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Diagnostic Test

  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. With the scan tool, read Comfort Seat Wheel Module (CSWM) DTCs and record on the repair order.
    2. With the scan tool, erase CSWM DTCs.
    3. Turn the ignition off for ten seconds, then start the engine.
    4. With the scan tool, read CSWM DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

  2. CHECK THE BCM FOR DTCS 
    1. With the scan tool, read Body Control Module (BCM) DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Are there any BCM DTCs set?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go To  3
  3. CHECK THE POWER SEAT RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the CSWM C1 connector.
    3. Remove the Power Seat Relay from the rear PDC.
    4. Turn the ignition on.
    5. Measure the voltage of the Power Seat Relay Output circuit.

      Is there any voltage present?

      Yes 

      • Repair the Power Seat Relay Output Circuit for a short to voltage.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Go To  4
  4. CHECK DTCS WITH THE POWER SEAT RELAY REMOVED 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Connect the CSWM C1 connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, erase CSWM DTCs.
    5. Turn the ignition off for ten seconds, then start the engine.
    6. With the scan tool, read CSWM DTCs.

      Did DTC B101B-12-POWER SEAT RELAY - CIRCUIT SHORT TO BATTERY return?

      Yes 

      • Go To  5

      No 

  5. CHECK RELATED WIRING AND HARNESS CONNECTIONS 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Check the related component and module power supply and ground circuits.
    3. Disconnect the CSWM harness connector(s).
    4. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
    5. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
    6. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
      • Proper connector installation.
      • Damaged connector locks.
      • Corrosion.
      • Other signs of water intrusion.
      • Weather seal damage (if equipped).
      • Bent terminals.
      • Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
      • Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
      • Perform a terminal drag test on each connector terminal to verify proper terminal tension.

      Repair any conditions that are found.

    7. Reconnect all harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    8. Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    9. Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    10. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    11. Using the recorded information along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions, operate the vehicle within the conditions that set the DTC.
    12. With the scan tool, read CSWM DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      No