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Motor Test

Motor Test

Driver's 8-way Adjustable Power Seat


1. Remove the driver's seat.
2. Disconnect the 12P connector (A) from the power seat adjustment switch (B).






3. Test each motor by applying battery voltage and body ground to the terminals.






4. If any motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, check for an open in the driver's seat wire harness between the 12P connector and each motor connector. If the harness is OK, replace the motor.

Passenger's 4-way Adjustable Power Seat ('05-08 models)

1. Remove the front passenger's seat.
2. Disconnect the 12P connector (A) from the power seat adjustment switch (B).






3. Test each motor by applying battery voltage and body ground to the terminals.






4. If either motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, check for an open in the passenger's seat wire harness between the 12P connector and each motor connector. If the harness is OK, replace the motor.