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Circuit Description

The telescoping steering column actuator and seat adjuster motors are equipped with position sensors. The position sensors are supplied with a common 5-volt reference circuit and low reference circuit from the memory seat module. The memory seat module receives a signal voltage from each position sensor whenever a memory seat module output function is active.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The memory seat module detects a switch signal active or a memory function request.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The memory seat module detects the position sensor 5-volt reference circuit under 4.0 volts or over 5.2 volts.
    • The condition must be present for 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • A history DTC is stored in the memory seat module.
    • Memory seat module DTCs can only be set as history codes even if the malfunction is current.
    • Memory functions will be disabled as long as the fault is current.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

Memory seat module DTCs may be cleared only by using a scan tool or the IPC clearing DTCs feature.

Diagnostic Aids

    • Monitor the position sensor reference parameter in the SCM data list, if the fault is current. Disconnecting position sensor connectors or the inline connector to the steering column may help to determine where the fault is occurring.
    • If the fault is not current and all the adjuster motors operate through the full range of adjustment, the problem may be intermittent. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step determines if the fault is in the position sensor 5-volt reference circuit.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Memory Seats Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Power Seat Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Power Seat Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Power Seat Systems

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Observe the Position Sensor Reference parameter in the SCM Data 1 list.
  3. Operate all the seat and steering column adjuster motors through their full range of adjustment.

Does the position sensor reference voltage remain within the specified values?

4.0-5.2 V

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Disconnect all of the position sensors.
  2. With the scan tool, observe the position sensor reference parameter while activating an input to the SCM.

Is the position sensor reference voltage within the specified values?

4.0-5.2 V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Test the position sensor 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

5

Test the position sensor low reference circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 6

6

Test the position sensor signal circuits for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did You find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

7

Replace the memory seat module. Refer to Memory Seat Control Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 8

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8

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the system within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK