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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 B1825: Driver Seat Recline Position Sensor Circuit

DTC B2355: Driver Seat Front Vertical Position Sensor Circuit

DTC B2365: Driver Seat Rear Vertical Position Sensor Circuit

DTC B2375: Driver Seat Horizontal Position Sensor Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5-Volt Reference - Seat Position Sensors

B1825, B2355, B2365, B2375

B1825, B2355, B2365, B2375

B1825, B2355, B2365, B2375

B1826, B2356, B2366, B2376

Front Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2355

B2355

B2355

--

Horizontal Position Sensor Signal

B2375

B2375

B2375

--

Recline Position Sensor Signal

B1825

B1825

B1825

--

Rear Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2365

B2365

B2365

--

Memory Seat/Mirror Sensor Low Reference

--

B1825, B2355, B2365, B2375

--

B1826, B2356, B2366, B2376

Circuit/System Description

The position sensor that sets this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is either attached to the seat directional motor drive cable or directly to the motor it monitors. It receives a 5-volt reference and low reference from the memory seat module (MSM). The sensor sends a voltage signal that varies with the movement of the seat through the signal circuit to the MSM. Then based on this voltage signal, the MSM determines the position of the seat.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • DTC B1327 must not be present.
    • Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

If the MSM detects the analog input from this sensor is less than 0.25 volts or greater than 4.75 volts, the sensor will be considered out of range and the MSM will set this DTC.

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

The motor associated with the fault will be disabled for memory functions.

Conditions for Clearing the DTCs

    • The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
    • A history DTC will clear once 50 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Diagnostic Aids

    • The memory seat module is also referred to as the Driver Position Module in certain scan tool menus.
    • All position sensors use common 5-volt reference and low reference circuits.
    • If the 5-volt reference circuit is shorted to ground or voltage multiple codes will set.
    • If the sensor low reference circuit is open multiple codes will set.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Driver Seat Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Memory Seats Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

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

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Driver Position Module driver seat position sensor parameters. The readings should be between 0.25 volts and 4.75 volts and change while adjusting seat positions.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate seat position sensor.
  2. Test for less than 5 ohms between the appropriate low reference circuit listed below and ground:
  3. • Seat front vertical sensor terminal A
    • Seat rear vertical sensor terminal A
    • Seat horizontal sensor terminal C
    • Seat recline sensor terminal D
    If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  4. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the appropriate 5-volt reference circuit listed below and ground:
  5. • Seat front vertical sensor terminal C
    • Seat rear vertical sensor terminal C
    • Seat horizontal sensor terminal A
    • Seat recline sensor terminal A
    If less than the specified range, 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 the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  6. Verify the appropriate scan tool driver seat sensor parameter listed below is less than 1 volt.
  7. • Driver Seat Front Vertical Sensor
    • Driver Seat Rear Vertical Sensor
    • Driver Seat Horizontal Sensor
    • Driver Seat Recline Sensor
    If greater than the specified range, test the appropriate signal circuit listed below for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
    • Seat front vertical sensor terminal B
    • Seat rear vertical sensor terminal B
    • Seat horizontal sensor terminal B
    • Seat recline sensor terminal C
  8. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the appropriate signal circuit and 5-volt reference circuit listed below:
  9. • Seat front vertical sensor terminal B and terminal C
    • Seat rear vertical sensor terminal B and terminal C
    • Seat horizontal sensor terminal B and terminal A
    • Seat recline sensor terminal C and terminal A
  10. Verify the appropriate scan tool driver seat sensor parameter listed below is greater than 4.75 volts.
  11. • Driver Seat Front Vertical Sensor
    • Driver Seat Rear Vertical Sensor
    • Driver Seat Horizontal Sensor
    • Driver Seat Recline Sensor
    If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  12. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the seat position sensor.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Driver Seat Adjuster Replacement
    •  Control Module References for MSM replacement, setup, and programming