Body Electrical System

Lumbar Support Repair Procedures

17steps
~102min
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Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to Body - "Front Seat Assembly")
  3. Remove the seatback. (Refer to Body - "Front Seatback Cover")
  4. Disconnect the lumbar support motor connector (A).
  5. Remove the lumbar support assembly by disconnecting the mounting clip (A).

Installation

  1. Install the lumbar support assembly.
  2. Install the seatback trim.
  3. Install the front seat assembly.
    • Make sure the connectors are connected correctly.
    • Check the rear lumbar support system.

Inspection

Diagnosis with GDS
  1. The body electrical system can be quickly diagnosed for faulty parts using the Global Diagnostic System (GDS). The GDS provides the following information.
    1. Self-Diagnosis: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) check and display
    2. Current Data: Check the system input/output status.
    3. Actuator Test: Checking System Operating Status
    4. Additional Functions: Other controls such as system option and zero point adjustment.
  2. Select "Vehicle Model" and the system to be checked to inspect the vehicle with the tester.
  3. Select "Power Seat Module (PSM)" to check the power seat module (PSM).
  4. Select the "Current Data" menu to check the current input/output status. Input/output for sensors related to the power seat module (PSM) can be checked.
  5. If you force-check the power door lock operation, select "Activation Check".
  6. Disconnect the connectors for each motor. [Lumbar Support Motor]
  7. Connect the battery directly to the motor terminals and check that the motors operate smoothly.
  8. Reverse the connections and check that the motor rotates in the opposite direction.
  9. If there are any abnormalities, replace the motors.
Lumbar Support Motor

Test yourself

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