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Circuit Description

The memory seat module has two battery voltage supply circuits. The battery 1 voltage supply circuit is used to provide power for the memory seat module logic and internal driver operation. The battery 2 voltage supply circuit is used to provide a high current supply for the memory seat module output devices.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The battery 1 circuit voltage to the memory seat module is within 6.5-26.5 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The memory seat module detects battery 2 voltage under 8.5 volts or over 16.3 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 a history code even if the fault is current.
    • No driver warning message will be displayed for these DTCs.

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

    • A DTC B0846 can be the result of a short to ground in an adjuster motor or control circuit, first diagnose a DTC B2002, B2007, or B2012, if present.
    • Inspect the battery and charging system for proper operation.
    • If the fault is not current, 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 battery voltage and ground circuits are capable of proper operation during high current demand.

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 Battery 2 parameter in the SCM Data 1 list.

Is the voltage within the specified values?

8.5-16.3 V

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Operate the seat adjuster motors and telescoping steering column in both directions.

Does the battery 2 voltage remain within the specified values?

8.5-16.3 V

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Go to Step 4

4

Test the battery 2 supply circuit for high resistance. 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 7

Go to Step 5

5

Test the memory seat module ground circuit for high resistance. 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 7

Go to Step 6

6

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

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 7

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7

  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