Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Seat Position Sensor: Service and Repair




Driver's Seat Position Sensor Replacement

Removal

NOTE: 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 assembly Front Seat Removal/Installation.

3. Disconnect the driver's seat wire harness (with driver's 8-way power seat) or seat position sensor subharness (with driver's manual height adjustable seat) 2P connector (A) from the driver's seat position sensor (B).





4. Remove the TORX bolt (C) using a TORX T30 bit. Remove the driver's seat position sensor and cover plate (D).

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 (A) and cover plate (B) with a new TORX bolt (C).





2. Connect the driver's seat wire harness (with driver's 8-way power seat) or seat position sensor subharness (with driver's manual height adjustable seat) 2P connector (D) to the driver's seat position sensor.

3. Install the driver's seat assembly Front Seat Removal/Installation.

4. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.

5. Clear any DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

6. Do the driver's seat position sensor operation check Driver's Seat Position Sensor Operation Check.

7. Confirm proper operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.