Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Seat Position Sensor: Service and Repair




Driver's Seat Position Sensor Replacement

Removal

NOTE:

- Removal of the driver's seat position sensor must be done according to the Precautions and Procedures Service and Repair.
- Do not turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and do not connect the battery cable while removing the driver's seat position sensor.

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Remove the driver's seat.

3. Disconnect the driver's seat wire harness (with 10-way power seat) or seat position sensor harness (without 10-way power seat) 2P connector (A) from the driver's seat position sensor.





4. Remove the TORX bolt (B) using a TORX T30 bit, then remove the driver's seat position sensor.

Installation

NOTE:

- Be sure to install the harness wires so they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
- Do not turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and do not connect the battery cable while installing the driver's seat position sensor.
- After installing the driver's seat position sensor, make sure it is clean. Keep it away from dust.

1. Install the driver's seat position sensor with a new TORX bolt (A), using a TORX T30 bit. Connect the driver's seat wire harness (with 10-way power seat) or seat position sensor harness (without 10-way power seat) 2P connector to the driver's seat position sensor (B).





2. Reinstall the driver's seat assembly Front Seat Removal/Installation.

3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.

4. Clear any DTCs with the HDS.

5. Check the operation of the driver's seat position sensor with the HDS Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

6. Confirm proper SRS operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.