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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC B1395 02: Device Voltage Reference Output Circuit Shorted to Ground

DTC B1395 05: Device Voltage Reference Output Circuit Shorted to Battery or Open

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5-Volt Reference

B1395 02

B1825 06, B1850 06, B1860 06, B2355 06, B2365 06, B2375 06, B2105 06

B1825 06, B1850 06, B1860 06, B2355 06, B2365 06, B2375 06, B2105 06

B1395 05

B1825 01, B1850 01, B1860 01, B2355 01, B2365 01, B2375 01, B2105 01

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Memory Seat/Mirror Sensor Low Reference

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B1825 01, B1850 01, B1860 01, B2355 01, B2365 01, B2375 01, B2105 01

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Driver Seat Front Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2355 06

B2355 06

B2355 01

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Driver Seat Rear Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2365 06

B2365 06

B2365 01

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Driver Seat Horizontal Position Sensor Signal

B2375 06

B2375 06

B2375 01

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Driver Seat Lumbar Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B1860 06

B1860 06

B1860 01

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Driver Seat Lumbar Horizontal Position Sensor Signal

B1850 06

B1850 06

B1850 01

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Driver Seat Recline Position Sensor Signal

B1825 06

B1825 06

B1825 01

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Passenger Seat Lumbar Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2105 06

B2105 06

B2105 01

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Circuit/System Description

The memory seat module (MSM) supplies a 5-volt reference voltage to the driver seat position sensors, lumbar position sensors, passenger seat lumbar vertical position sensor, and the steering column position sensors. The MSM monitors this reference voltage to ensure the accuracy of the voltages being returned from the sensors. If the voltage exceeds the normal operating range, errors will occur in the memory recall operations of the seat and steering column.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The MSM must be powered.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

B1395 02

The reference voltage drops below 4.8 volts for more than 300 mS.

B1395 05

The reference voltage exceeds 5.2 volts for more than 300 mS.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

All memory recall and seat massage functions will be disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The current DTC will clear and set the code to history 3 seconds after the reference voltage returns to normal operating range and the power mode changes to OFF then back to ACC or RUN.
    • The history DTC will clear after 50 consecutive fault-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Diagnostic Aids

    • The scan tool may reference the Memory Seat Module (MSM) as the Driver Position Module.
    • All seat, lumbar, and tilt/telescoping steering column position sensors use common ground and 5-volt reference circuits.
    • If the 5-volt reference circuit is shorted to voltage multiple position sensor codes will set.
    • If the 5-volt reference circuit is shorted to ground multiple position sensor codes will set.
    • A short to voltage on one of the position sensor signal circuits may set this code.
    • An internal short to ground in one of the position sensors may set this code.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

    •  Driver Seat Schematics
    •  Passenger Seat Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Power Seat Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Output Controls
    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector for all position sensors connected to the 5-volt reference circuit.
  2. Ignition ON, observe all scan tool sensor parameters for Seat 1 Info, Seat 2 Info, and Column Info. The readings should be 0.0 volts.
  3. If greater than the specified value, test the appropriate signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  4. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit at any one of the position sensors and ground.
  5. If less than 4.8 volts, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
    If greater than 4.8 volts, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  6. Connect each position sensor associated with the 5 volt reference circuit one at a time while monitoring the measured voltage. The voltage reading should remain within the specified range.
  7. If not within the specified range, replace the position sensor.
  8. If all circuits test normal, replace the MSM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Front Seat Adjuster Replacement
    •  Front Seat Lumbar Support Replacement
    •  Front Seat Recliner Position Sensor Replacement
    •  Tilt Motor Replacement
    •  Telescope Actuator Assembly Replacement
    •  Control Module References for MSM replacement, setup, and programming