112 - Power Seats
112 - Power Seats
112 - Power Seats
Power Seat
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Module Power, Ground, Serial Data, and Memory Seat Switch (A45)
Fig. 2: Module Power, Ground, Serial Data, and Memory Seat Switch (A45)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
DTC B1735, B1740, B1745, B1750, B1755, B1760, B1815, OR B1820: DRIVER SEAT SWITCH
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
DTC B1735 02
DTC B1740 02
DTC B1745 02
DTC B1755 02
DTC B1760 02
DTC B1815 02
DTC B1820 02
Circuit/System Description
The seat memory control module supplies a reference voltage to each signal circuit of the driver seat adjuster
switch. When the power seat switches are pressed, the appropriate signal circuit from the seat memory control
module is pulled low through the switch contacts indicating the power seat command. The seat memory control
module then commands the driver seat to move in response to the switch signals.
If a seat switch circuit is active in one direction and the switch for the opposite direction is pressed, this
DTC will set.
A short to ground on a switch signal circuit.
A motor output driven in response to a switch considered failed, is deactivated for both directions.
All memory recall commands are ignored.
The seat memory control module will respond to any other switch signal that has not set a DTC.
The current DTC will clear and set the code to history, when the fault is no longer present and the ignition
is cycled OFF then back to ACC or RUN.
The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive fault-free ignition cycles have occurred.
Diagnostic Aids
If one of the switch signal circuits is shorted to ground, multiple codes will set.
If a switch is stuck in one direction and the switch is pressed in the opposite direction, a single code will
set.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify the scan tool seat switch parameters listed below change between Inactive and Forward/Rearward
or UP/Down when pressing the appropriate seat directional switch.
Driver Seat Cushion Front Vertical Switch
3. All OK.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64D Driver Seat Adjuster Switch, Ignition ON.
2. Verify that all scan tool driver seat switch parameters listed below are Inactive:
Driver Seat Cushion Front Vertical Switch
If not Inactive
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and ground:
Front vertical upward switch terminal A
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If Inactive
3. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and the
ground circuit terminal E.
Front vertical upward switch terminal A
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module, ignition
ON.
2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit terminal and ground.
If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
If less than 1 V
3. Ignition OFF.
4. Test for less than 2 ohms in the signal circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
If Forward/Rearward or UP/Down
Component Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64D Driver Seat Adjuster Switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the ground terminal E and each signal terminal with the switch in the
open position.
If less than infinite resistance
Replace the S64D Driver Seat Adjuster Switch.
4. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 4-Way Hybrid)
Control Module References for K40 Seat Memory Control Module replacement, programming and
setup
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
DTC B1825 01
DTC B1825 06
DTC B2355 01
DTC B2355 06
DTC B2365 06
DTC B2375 01
DTC B2375 06
Circuit Description
The seat memory control module monitors the position of the seat motors by using hall effect position sensors
which are an internal part of each motor. The module supplies each sensor with a 12 V reference circuit and a
low side signal circuit. During seat motor operation, the hall effect position sensor provides a determined
number of pulse signals for every revolution of the motor shaft. The scan tool displays these pulse signals as
counts that range from 0-65,535. The module counts the feedback pulses from each sensor to determine seat
position and end of travel limits for each of the seat motors. High scan tool count values indicate forward or
upward seat positions while low count values indicate rearward or downward seat positions.
The seat memory control module does not detect position sensor movement or pulse signals while the adjuster
motor is active. The following conditions will set this DTC:
The seat memory control module detects a voltage greater than 5 V on the sensor signal circuit.
The seat memory control module detects a short to ground or an open on the sensor signal circuit.
With a short to ground or an open circuit, the seat memory control module disables the memory recall and
easy exit/entry action commands of the motor monitored by the sensor. The motor will respond to manual
position commands.
With a short to battery voltage, the seat memory control module disables the memory recall and easy
exit/entry action commands for all four seat motors. The motors will respond to manual position
commands.
The current DTC clears when the fault is no longer present and the power mode changes to OFF then
back to ACC or RUN.
The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive fault-free ignition cycles have occurred.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate driver seat motor listed below for which
the DTC set:
M50D Seat Front Vertical Motor
2. Ignition ON.
3. Test for greater than 10.8 V between the 12 V reference circuit terminal 4 and ground.
If 10.8 V or less
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the 12 V reference circuit and ground.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the 12 V reference circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
4. Test for 0.3-2 V between the signal circuit terminal 2 and ground.
If 0.3 V or less
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit and ground.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the signal circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
If greater than 2 V
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module,
ignition ON.
2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit and ground.
If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
If between 0.3-2 V
Repair Instructions
Front Seat Tilt Adjuster Actuator Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Front Seat Adjuster Actuator Replacement (8-Way Power)
Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Control Module References for K40 Seat Memory Control Module replacement, programming and
setup
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
DTC B3920 00
DTC B3920 01
DTC B3920 02
DTC B3920 42
DTC B3920 0B
Circuit/System Description
The seat memory control module controls the seat motors via half bridges that are connected to power rails
internal to the module. The seat memory control module connects all of the motor control circuits on each
power rail to a common reference point whenever they are not in operation. This reference point is biased to
approximately 2.5 V. The seat memory control module checks to see if this reference voltage is shorted to
ground or battery before enabling any seat motor.
When a power seat switch is pressed or when a memory recall is requested, each seat motor receives battery
voltage and ground from the seat memory control module via the motor control circuits. All motors are
reversible, so the direction the motor rotates depends on which control circuit voltage is applied and which
control circuit ground is applied. When the switch is operated in the opposite direction, the module reverses the
polarity and applies voltage and ground to the opposite circuits to move the seat in the opposite direction.
B3920 00
Current out of the module does not match the current returning to the module from 1.5-5 A.
B3920 01
The voltage on any power rail 1 motor control circuit exceeds 2.78 V for 100 ms.
B3920 02
The voltage on any power rail 1 motor control circuit is below 1.47 V for 100 ms.
B3920 42
B3920 0B
The differential current measured through the high and low side of the power rail is within tolerance of each
other, but the absolute current or an over-current has exceeded the maximum value.
The seat memory control module will not allow operation of any motor on the power rail for which the DTC
was set.
The current DTC clears when the fault is no longer present and the power mode changes to OFF then
back to ACC or RUN.
The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive fault-free ignition cycles have occurred.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Testing
B3920 01 or B3920 02
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X4 and X5 harness connectors at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the control circuit terminals listed below and ground:
M50D front vertical motor up control terminal 7 X4
If infinite resistance
3. Ignition ON.
4. Test for less than 1 V between the control circuit terminals listed below and ground:
M50D front vertical motor up control terminal 7 X4
If 1 V or greater
If less than 1 V
1. Ignition ON.
2. Clear the current and history DTC.
3. Determine which motor set this DTC by operating the driver seat motors listed below one at a time in
both directions. Check for the DTC to set between each motor test.
M50D Seat Front Vertical Motor
4. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the seat motor for which the DTC set, ignition ON.
5. Clear the DTC.
6. Verify that DTC B3920 00 or B3920 0B does not set while operating the seat motor adjuster switch in
both directions.
If DTC B3920 00 or B3920 0B sets
1. Test for infinite resistance between control circuit terminal 1 and control circuit terminal 5.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short between the circuits.
If infinite resistance
2. Test for less than 2 ohms between the control circuit terminals listed below end to end:
Terminal 1
Terminal 5
B3920 42
1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify the DTC is not set.
If the DTC is set
3. All OK.
Repair Instructions
NOTE: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.
1. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that
all of the following are true:
There are no DTCs set.
The control modules can communicate via the serial data link.
2. Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the
following system descriptions:
Lumbar Support Description and Operation
Visual/Physical Inspection
Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the system. Refer to Checking
Aftermarket Accessories .
Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could
cause the symptom.
Intermittent
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for
Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections .
Symptom List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:
Diagnostic Instructions
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Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
Circuit/System Description
Battery voltage is supplied at all times to the driver and passenger seat lumbar support switches through a 15 A
fuse located in the underhood fuse block. When a lumbar switch is pressed to inflate the lumbar support, battery
voltage is applied through the switch contacts and the inflate signal circuit to the seat lumbar adjuster valve
assembly. In response to this signal, the lumbar adjuster valve assembly energizes its internal inflate solenoid
and applies battery voltage through the lumbar support pump control circuit to the pump to inflate the
appropriate support bladder until the switch is released. When the switch is pressed to deflate the lumbar
support, battery voltage is applied through the switch contacts and the deflate signal circuit to the seat lumbar
adjuster valve assembly. The lumbar adjuster valve assembly energizes its internal deflate solenoid and air is
released from the bladder until the switch is released.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify the lumbar support pump turns ON when the lumbar support switch is pressed in the FORWARD
direction. The upper and lower lumbar support bladders should inflate until the bladders are 100%
inflated or the switch is released.
If the bladders do not inflate
6. All OK.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch,
ignition ON.
2. Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal G and ground.
If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is good
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the B+ circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, verify the fuse is not open and there is voltage at the fuse.
If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is open
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ circuit and ground.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for greater than 10 ohms between each signal circuit listed below and ground:
Lumbar signal circuit terminal A
If 10 ohms or less, disconnect the harness connector at the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve
Assembly and retest to verify if the short is in the circuit or the component.
If greater than 10 ohms, test or replace the S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch.
3. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch and disconnect the
harness connector at the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve Assembly.
4. Test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 5 and ground.
If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection.
If less than 10 ohms
5. Ignition ON.
6. Verify a test lamp turns ON and OFF between each signal circuit listed below and ground when pressing
and releasing the S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch in the appropriate direction.
Lumbar up switch signal terminal 1
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit and ground.
If less than Infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the signal circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch.
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch, ignition
ON.
2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit and ground.
If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
7. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve Assembly and
disconnect the harness connector at the A14 Seat Lumbar Support Pump.
8. Test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 3 and ground.
If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance the ground connection.
9. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground, ignition ON.
10. Verify the test lamp turns ON and OFF when commanding the A14 Seat Lumbar Support Pump ON and
OFF by pressing and releasing the lumbar support switch in either the UP or FORWARD direction.
If the test lamp is always OFF
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve Assembly.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the control circuit and ground.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the control circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve Assembly.
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve Assembly,
ignition ON.
2. Test for less than 1 V between the control circuit and ground.
If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
If less than 1 V, replace the Q51 Seat Lumbar Support Valve Assembly,
Component Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate S65 Seat Lumbar Support Switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ terminal G and each signal terminal with the switch in the
open position.
If less than infinite resistance
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms between the B+ terminal G and each signal terminal with the appropriate switch
in the closed position.
If 2 ohms or greater
4. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Control Switch Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 6-Way
Hybrid)
Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar) ,
Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Manual Lumbar)
MEMORY SEAT FEATURE MALFUNCTION
Diagnostic Instructions
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Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
Circuit/System Description
Low reference is supplied to the driver seat memory switch from the seat memory control module. When a
memory switch is pressed, the signal circuit from the seat memory control module is pulled low through the
switch contacts and series of resistors indicating the memory recall request. In response to this signal, the seat
memory control module commands the appropriate seat motors to move to the pre-recorded seat positions
stored in memory.
Diagnostic Aids
The seat memory control module must be awake when measuring voltage from either one of the memory seat
switch signal circuits. Voltage readings of 0.0 V or 5 V are possible if the module is not fully awake and result
in misdiagnosing the circuit.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify that all manual driver power seat functions operate when being controlled by the power seat
adjuster switches.
If any seat function does not operate
Refer to Power Seat Malfunction (Without Memory A45), Power Seat Malfunction (With
Memory A45).
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S47D Driver Seat Memory Switch.
2. Test for less than 10 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal 5 and ground.
If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X3 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the low reference circuit end to end
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
3. Ignition ON, press a power seat switch in order to wake up the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
4. Test for 9 V or greater between each signal circuit terminal listed below and ground:
Memory set switch signal terminal 1
Memory switch signal terminal 6
If less than 9 V
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit and ground.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the signal circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
If 9 V or greater
5. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module, ignition
ON.
6. Test for less than 1 V between each signal circuit terminal listed below and ground:
Memory set switch signal terminal 1
If 1 V or greater
If less than 1 V
7. Test or replace the S47D Driver Seat Memory Switch.
Component Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S47D Driver Seat Memory Switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between each signal terminal listed below and the low reference terminal 5
with the switch in the open position.
Terminal 1
Terminal 6
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms between the signal terminal 1 and the low reference terminal 5 while pressing
the memory MEM button.
If 2 ohms or greater
6. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Control Module References for K40 Seat Memory Control Module replacement, programming and
setup
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
Circuit/System Description
The driver seat without memory and the passenger seat are completely controlled through their respective seat
adjuster switches. Battery voltage is supplied at all times to the switch through a circuit breaker located in the
instrument panel fuse block. When the seat switches are in an inactive state, the switch contacts are closed to
the switch ground circuit.
All seat motors are reversible. For example, when the seat horizontal forward switch is pressed to move the
entire seat forward, battery voltage is applied through the switch contacts and the seat horizontal motor forward
control circuit to the motor. With the horizontal motor rearward switch contacts closed to the switch ground
circuit, the motor runs in order to drive the entire seat forward until the switch is released. Moving the entire
seat rearward works similarly to moving the entire seat forward, except that battery voltage and ground are
applied on opposite circuits causing the motor to run in the opposite direction. All seat motors are powered this
way.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Verification
1. Verify the appropriate driver or passenger seat directional motors listed below operate while operating the
seat switches in both directions.
M51 Horizontal Motor
2. All OK.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF and all vehicle systems OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64D Driver Seat
Adjuster Switch. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
2. Test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection.
3. Ignition ON.
4. Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal E and ground.
If the test lamp does not illuminate
1. Ignition OFF
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the B+ circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, verify the circuit breaker is not open and there is voltage at the circuit
breaker.
If the test lamp illuminates
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate seat motor listed below:
M50 Front Vertical Motor
2. Connect a test lamp between control circuit terminal 1 and control circuit terminal 5, ignition ON.
3. Verify the test lamp illuminates when commanding the seat motor Up and Down or Forward and
Rearward using the S64 Seat Adjuster Switch.
If the test lamp does not illuminate during either of the commands
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64 Seat Adjuster Switch.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in each control circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, test or replace the S64 Seat Adjuster Switch
Component Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64 Seat Adjuster Switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ terminal and each control terminal with the switch in the open
position.
If less than infinite resistance
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms between the B+ terminal and each control terminal with the appropriate switch
in the closed position.
If 2 ohms or greater
5. All OK.
Seat Motor
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate seat motor listed below:
M50 Front Vertical Motor
NOTE: When performing the following tests, make sure that the seat is not
already in the position the test is attempting to produce.
4. Reverse the jumper wires; the motor should perform FORWARD/ REARWARD/ UP/ DOWN function.
If the motor does not perform the FORWARD/ REARWARD/ UP/ DOWN function
5. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 4-Way Hybrid)
Front Seat Adjuster Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
B1735 02,
B1740 02,
B1745 02,
B1750 02,
Horizontal Forward Switch B1755 02,
1 - -
Signal B1760 02,
B1815 02,
B1820 02
B1735 02,
B1740 02,
B1745 02,
Horizontal Rearward Switch B1750 02,
1 - -
Signal B1755 02,
B1760 02,
B1815 02,
B1820 02
B1735 02,
B1740 02,
B1745 02,
B1750 02,
Recline Forward Switch Signal 1 - -
B1755 02,
B1760 02,
B1815 02,
B1820 02
B1735 02,
B1740 02,
B1745 02,
Recline Rearward Switch B1750 02,
1 - -
Signal B1755 02,
B1760 02,
B1815 02,
B1820 02
Driver Seat Front Vertical
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Motor Down Control
Driver Seat Front Vertical
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Motor Up Control
Driver Seat Horizontal Motor
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Forward Control
Driver Seat Horizontal Motor
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Rearward Control
Driver Seat Rear Vertical
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Motor Down Control
Driver Seat Rear Vertical
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Motor Up Control
Driver Seat Recline Motor
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Forward Control
Driver Seat Recline Motor
B3920 02 1 B3920 01 B3920 00
Rearward Control
Seat Memory Control Module
- 1, 2 - -
Ground Terminal 3 X4
Seat Memory Control Module
- 1, 2 - -
Ground Terminal 6 X4
1. Power seat and memory functions inoperative
2. Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Low Speed GMLAN Device
3. Heated seats are inoperative
Circuit/System Description
Battery voltage is supplied at all times to the seat memory control module through a 25 A fuse located in the I/P
fuse block. This voltage is used by the module for logic power. Battery positive voltage is also supplied at all
times to the seat memory control module through a 25 A circuit breaker. This voltage is connected to a power
rail internal to the seat memory control module and is used to drive the power seat motors and the seat heater
elements on vehicles equipped with heated seats. Each seat motor is controlled by the seat memory control
module through 2 motor control circuits. The seat memory control module connects all motor control circuits on
the power rail to a common reference point whenever they are not in operation. This reference point is biased to
approximately 2.5 V. The seat memory control module checks to see if the reference voltage is shorted to
ground or battery before enabling any of the seat motors.
All motors are reversible. For example, when the seat switch is operated to move the entire seat forward, the
switch signal circuit from the seat memory control module is pulled low indicating the entire seat forward
command. In response to this signal, the seat memory control module applies battery voltage through the driver
seat horizontal motor forward control circuit and ground through the driver seat horizontal motor rearward
control circuit to the motor. The motor runs to drive the entire seat forward until the switch is released. Moving
the entire seat rearward works similarly to moving the entire seat forward, except that battery positive voltage
and ground are applied on the opposite circuits causing the motor to run in the opposite direction.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify the scan tool seat switch parameters listed below change between Inactive and Forward/Rearward
or Up/Down when pressing the appropriate switch.
Driver Seat Horizontal Switch
4. All OK.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF and all vehicle systems OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64D Driver Seat
Adjuster Switch. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
2. Test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal E and ground.
If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection.
3. Verify that all scan tool driver seat switch parameters listed below are Inactive:
Driver Seat Cushion Front Vertical Switch
If not Inactive
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and ground:
Front vertical upward switch terminal A
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If Inactive
4. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and the
ground circuit terminal B.
Front vertical upward switch terminal A
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module, ignition
ON.
2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit terminal and ground.
If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
If less than 1 V
3. Ignition OFF.
4. Test for less than 2 ohms in the signal circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
If Forward/Rearward or UP/Down
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X4 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for less than 10 ohms between each ground circuit terminal listed below and ground:
Terminal 3
Terminal 6
If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection.
3. Ignition ON.
4. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 5 and ground.
If the test lamp does not illuminate.
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the B+ circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, verify the circuit breaker is OK and there is voltage at the circuit breaker.
5. Ignition OFF, connect the X4 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module and disconnect
the harness connector at the appropriate seat motor listed below:
M51D Seat Horizontal Motor
6. Connect a test lamp between control circuit terminal 1 and control circuit terminal 5, ignition ON.
NOTE: Once a seat motor is commanded On using the scan tool, the seat function
may not work using the seat adjuster switch until you back out of the scan
tool Control Functions menu.
7. Verify the test lamp illuminates when commanding the seat motor in the Up/Down or Forward/Rearward
states with a scan tool.
If the test lamp does not illuminate during either of the commands
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X4 harness connector at the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between each control circuit and ground.
If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in each control circuit end to end.
If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
If less than 2 ohms, replace the K40 Seat Memory Control Module.
Component Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S64D Driver Seat Adjuster Switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the ground terminal B and each signal terminal with the switch in the
open position.
If less than infinite resistance
If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms between the ground terminal B and each signal terminal with the appropriate
switch in the closed position.
If 2 ohms or greater
Seat Motor
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate seat motor listed below:
M51D Seat Horizontal Motor
4. Reverse the jumper wires; the motor should perform FORWARD/ REARWARD/ UP/ DOWN function.
If the motor does not perform the FORWARD/ REARWARD/ UP/ DOWN function
5. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 4-Way Hybrid)
Front Seat Adjuster Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Control Module References for K40 Seat Memory Control Module replacement, programming and
setup
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTER SWITCH REPLACEMENT (DRIVER/PASSENGER
SEAT 4-WAY HYBRID)
Fig. 8: Driver Or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 4-Way Hybrid)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster
Finish Cover Retainer Replacement (4-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport) .
1 Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch
Front Seat Tilt Adjuster Actuator Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation .
1 Securing Clip
Roll Pin
2
TIP: Use a hammer and small round tool to tap the roll pin out.
Front Seat Tilt Adjuster Actuator
3 Procedure
Disconnect the electrical connector.
1. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation .
2. Release the front seat back cushion cover at backrest.
3. Release the front seat recliner actuator.
Front Seat Recliner Actuator Shaft Jam Fastener
1
TIP: Use a new jam fastener.
2 Front Seat Recliner Actuator Shaft
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat . Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation .
4. Remove the front seat adjuster track finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish
Cover Replacement .
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Vertical Actuator Fastener
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1
Procedure
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Tighten
20 N.m (15 lb ft)
2 Securing Clip
3 Roll Pin
4 Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Vertical Actuator
Procedure
1
1. Remove the seat adjuster actuator out of both brackets at seat frame.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Front Seat Adjuster Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation .
Front Seat Adjuster Motor
Procedure
1
1. Remove the seat adjuster motor out of the both brackets at seat frame.
2. Remove the seat adjuster motor cables by pulling the cables out of adjuster.
3. Disconnect the electric connector.
Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Control Switch Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 6-Way Hybrid)
Callout Component Name
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover
Procedure
1 Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger
Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer Replacement (4-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid
Sport) .
2 Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Control Switch
Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
3
Procedure
Disconnect the electric connector.
Tighten
6 N.m (53 lb in)
4 Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor
The driver and front passenger pneumatic lumbar support system each consist of the following components:
If equipped, the passenger seat block diagram is identical to the driver seat.
Circuit Description
Battery voltage is supplied at all times to the seat lumbar support valve assembly through a 25 A circuit breaker
located in the instrument panel fuse block. The lumbar support valve assembly supplies a reference voltage to
each signal circuit of the lumbar switch. When a lumbar switch is pressed to inflate the lumbar support, the
signal circuit from the lumbar support valve assembly is pulled low through the switch contacts indicating the
lumbar support command. The lumbar support valve assembly energizes its internal inflate solenoid and applies
ground through the seat lumbar support pump control circuit to the pump. The pump runs to inflate the
appropriate lumbar bladder until the switch is released. When the switch is pressed to deflate the lumbar
support, the signal circuit is pulled low through the switch contacts and the deflate signal circuit to the lumbar
support valve assembly. The lumbar support valve assembly energizes its internal deflate solenoid and air is
released from the bladder until the switch is released.
Description of Operation
The following describes the lumbar support operation and how the lumbar adjuster valve assembly responds to
each of the lumbar support switch inputs:
When the lumbar support switch pressed in the FORWARD direction, the lumbar adjuster valve assembly
will command the lumbar support pump ON and the upper and lower lumbar support bladders should
inflate until the bladders are 100% inflated or the switch is released.
When pressing the lumbar support switch in the REARWARD direction, the lumbar adjuster valve
assembly will slowly deflate the upper and lower lumbar support bladders until the switch is released or
both bladders are 100% deflated.
When the lumbar support switch is pressed in the UP direction, the lumbar adjuster valve assembly will
slowly inflate the upper lumbar support bladder until the switch is released or the bladder is 100%
inflated.
When the lumbar support switch is pressed in the DOWN direction, the lumbar adjuster valve assembly
will slowly deflate the upper lumbar bladder while it inflates the lower lumbar bladder. The lumbar
adjuster valve assembly will continue this operation until the switch is released or the upper lumbar
bladder is 100% deflated and the lower lumbar bladder is 100% inflated.
The seat memory control module will not perform remote memory recall and driver seat easy exit functions
unless these personalization options are activated in the audio system, refer to Vehicle Personalization in the
Owners Manual. The audio system reports the vehicle personalization option settings to the seat memory
control module as well as other receiving modules via GMLAN message each time the ignition switch is cycled
to the ON position. The seat memory control module will then store the seat personalization option settings and
examine them before making a memory seat adjustment. The seat personalization option settings stored within
the seat memory control module will not change until the memory recall option setting in the audio system is
changed and the ignition switch is cycled to the ON position.
The seat memory control module supplies a low current voltage to each signal circuit of the seat adjuster switch.
When the seat switches are pressed, the appropriate signal circuit from the seat memory control module is
pulled low through the switch contacts indicating the power seat command. The seat memory control module
then commands the driver seat to move in response to the switch signals.
Seat Motors
There are 4 motors that move the position of the seat. These are the seat horizontal motor, front vertical motor,
rear vertical motor and the seat back recline motor. The horizontal motor moves the entire seat forward and
rearward. Both vertical motors run simultaneously when the seat switch is operated in order to move the entire
seat up and down. Or they can be selected independently to vertically tilt the front or rear of the seat up and
down. The recline motor moves the angle of the seat back forward or rearward.
The seat memory control module controls all seat motors via half bridges that are connected to a single power
rail internal to the module. The module connects all motor outputs on the power rail to a common reference
point whenever they are not in operation. This reference point is biased to approximately 2.5 V. The seat
memory control module checks to see if this reference voltage is shorted to ground or battery before enabling
any seat motor. All seat motors operate independently of each other. Each motor contains a electronic circuit
breaker (PTC), which will reset only after voltage has been removed from the motor.
All seat motors are reversible. For example, when the seat switch is pressed to move the entire seat forward,
ground is applied through the switch contacts and seat horizontal forward switch signal circuit to the seat
memory control module. In response to this signal, the seat memory control module applies battery voltage
through the driver seat horizontal motor forward control circuit and ground through the driver seat horizontal
motor rearward control circuit to the motor. The motor runs in order to drive the entire seat forward. Moving the
entire seat rearward works similarly to moving the entire seat forward, except that battery voltage and ground
are applied on the opposite circuits causing the motor to run in the opposite direction. All of the seat motors are
powered this way.
The seat motors are equipped with 2 wire hall effect type position sensors internal to the motor. The sensors are
monitored by the seat memory control module and are used to determine seat positions when storing or
recalling memory settings. The seat memory control module supplies the sensors with a common 12 V
reference circuit and separate signal circuits. During seat motor operation, the hall effect position sensor
provides a determined number of pulse signals for every revolution of the motor shaft. These pulse signals
(Counts) range from 0 - 65,535. High scan tool count values indicate forward or upward seat positions while
low count values indicate rearward or downward seat positions.
Memory Functions
Memory recalls via the memory switch require the driver to press and hold the memory button until the seat
reaches it's memory position.
Ground from the seat memory control module is supplied at all times through the low reference circuit to the
driver seat memory switch. The module also supplies memory set and memory recall signal circuits to the seat
memory switch. When a memory recall switch is pressed, the signal circuit from the seat memory control
module is pulled low through the switch contacts and a series of resistors indicating the memory recall request.
In response to this signal, the seat memory control module commands the appropriate seat motors to move to
the pre-recorded seat positions stored in memory.
There are two methods to save and recall memory positions for the driver seat and outside rearview mirrors
(also adjustable pedals and power tilt/telescoping steering column if equipped). The first method to save and
recall memory positions is by using the memory set buttons, the second method is by using the key fob.
Unique memory positions may be saved for up to 5 drivers. Two unique memory positions can be saved via
memory recall switches 1 and 2. To save memory positions for driver 1:
Adjust the driver seat and the exterior mirrors (also adjustable pedals and power column if equipped) to
the desired position.
Simultaneously press and hold the memory recall switch MEM button and button 1 until a signal chime
sounds indicating the memory position is saved for driver 1.
A second seating position for driver 2 may be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing memory
button 2. There is no correlation between fob 1 and memory button 1 or fob 2 and memory button 2. The
positions stored for each of the memory recall buttons can be recalled by pressing and holding the memory
recall button until the memory controlled devices reach their saved position.
In addition to the two memory recall switch positions, three remote memory recall positions for Drivers 1, 2,
and 3 may be saved. Drivers 1 and 2 will each have a unique set of remote memory recall positions saved for
key fob ID's 1 and 2. A third unique set of positions for Driver 3 may also be saved for all additional key fobs 3
through 8. Key fob ID's 3 through 8 will be recognized by the Seat Memory Control Module as key fob ID 3.
Key fob ID 3 will share the same set of saved positions but will be unique from key fob IDs 1 and 2.
NOTE: The key fob memory recall positions are not tied to the positions stored to the
memory seat recall switches.
Key fobs 1, 2 and 3 (up to 3 unique sets of positions) can be saved by:
When a keyless entry transmitter is used in order to unlock the vehicle's doors, the body control module
communicates the unlock command and which driver performed the command to the seat memory control
module via a serial data message. Vehicle lock/unlock functions and memory recall settings may be
personalized. For functional descriptions and personalization instructions, refer to the vehicle owners manual.
The driver and passenger 8-way power seat systems each consist of the following components:
The 2-way power seat system consists of a seat adjuster switch and a seat vertical motor.
NOTE: If equipped, the passenger seat block diagram is identical to the driver seat.
Seat Motors
All of the seat motors operate independently of each other. Each motor contains an electronic circuit breaker
(PTC) that opens in the event of a circuit overload and will reset only after voltage has been removed from the
circuit. There are four seat position motors and one lumbar motor. These are the horizontal motor, front vertical
motor, rear vertical motor, and the seat back recline motor. The seat horizontal motor moves the entire seat
forward and rearward. The seat vertical motors may operate independently to tilt the front or rear of the seat
cushion up or down. Both motors can also run simultaneously to move the entire seat up or down. The recline
motor moves the angle of the seat back forward or rearward.
Seat Operation
The seat switches provide both power and ground to the selected seat motors.
All seat motors are reversible. For example, when the seat horizontal forward switch is pressed to move the
entire seat forward, ground is applied through the switch contacts and the seat horizontal motor forward control
circuit to the motor. With the horizontal motor rearward switch contacts closed to the switch B+ circuit, the
motor runs in order to drive the entire seat forward until the switch is released. Moving the entire seat rearward
works similarly to moving the entire seat forward, except that battery voltage and ground are applied on
opposite circuits causing the motor to run in the opposite direction. All seat motors are powered this way.