Seat Temperature Switch: Service and Repair

Seat Heater Switch Test/Replacement

Front Seats

1. Remove the center console panel Center Console Panel Removal / Installation.

2. Remove the two screws, and the seat heater switch from the panel.






3. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

NOTE:

- Make sure the correct test lead (+ or -) is placed on the terminal.
- When checking for continuity across the diode, use the diode setting () on the digital volt/ohm meter to check the diode bias.
- Note this important operating characteristic; diode bias causes a diode to fully conduct electricity in one direction (forward), while not at all in the opposite direction (reverse).





4. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.

5. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

Rear Seat

1. Remove the center console rear trim Center Console Rear Trim Removal / Installation.

2. Remove the two screws, and the seat heater switch from the trim.






3. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

NOTE:

- Make sure the correct test lead (+ or -) is placed on the terminal.
- When checking for continuity across the diode, use the diode setting () on the digital volt/ohm meter to check the diode bias.
- Note this important operating characteristic; diode bias causes a diode to fully conduct electricity in one direction (forward), while not at all in the opposite direction (reverse).





4. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.

5. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.