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(7) Install the jounce bumper on the strut shaft
(Fig. 39). The jounce bumper is to be installed with
the small end pointing downward.
(8) Install the dust shield on the strut. Collapse
and stretch the dust shield down over the top of the
jounce bumper until the dust shield snaps into the
slot on the jounce bumper. The jounce bumper will be
at the top of the inner dust boot. Return the dust
shield to its fully extended length.
(9) Install the strut through the bottom of the coil
spring until the lower spring seat contacts the lower
end of the coil spring. The clevis bracket on the strut
should point straight outward away from the com-
pressor (to the 6 o'clock position). This position
should be within 5É of the lower end tip of the coil
spring (Fig. 50). If necessary, reposition the strut or
coil spring in the compressor so both of these line up
straight outward away from the compressor (to the 6
o'clock position). Install the clamp to hold the strut
and coil together.
(10) Install the strut mount over the strut shaft
and onto the top of the pivot bearing and upper seat
as shown (Fig. 45). Loosely install the retaining nut
on the strut shaft.
(11) Install Strut Nut Socket (on the end of a
torque wrench), Special Tool 6864, on the strut shaft
retaining nut (Fig. 46). Next, install a 10 mm socket
on the hex on the end of the strut shaft. While hold-
ing the strut shaft from turning, tighten the strut
shaft retaining nut to a torque of 100 N´m (75 ft.
lbs.).NOTE: Before releasing the tension the compressor
has on the spring, using the following figure as ref-
erence (Fig. 51), make sure the upper spring seat,
coil spring and strut clevis bracket are all lined up
properly (within 5É of one another).
(12) Slowly release the tension from the coil spring
by backing off the compressor drive fully. As the ten-
sion is relieved, make sure the upper mount, pivot
bearing and upper seat are align properly. Remove
the clamp from the lower end of the coil spring and
strut. Push back the spring compressor upper and
lower hooks, then remove the strut assembly from
the spring compressor.
(13) Install strut assembly on the vehicle. (Refer to
2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/STRUT - INSTALLA-
TION)
INSTALLATION - STRUT ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Front strut coil springs are side-oriented.
When installing a strut assembly, make sure the
strut being installed has the correct coil spring for
that side of the vehicle. Springs on the left side of
the vehicle have a left-hand wind top-to-bottom
while springs on the right side have a right-hand
wind top-to-bottom (Fig. 50). Do not interchange the
two sides.
Fig. 50 COIL SPRING POSITIONING
1 - FRONT OF VEHICLE
2 - END OF RIGHT COIL SPRING AT STRUT LOWER SEAT
3 - LOWER SEATS OF STRUTS
4 - STRUT CLEVIS BRACKETS
5 - END OF LEFT COIL SPRING AT STRUT LOWER SEAT
Fig. 51 COMPONENTS LINED UP
1 - IMAGINARY VERTICAL LINE
2 - CLEVIS BRACKET
3 - END OF COIL SPRING
4 - NOTCH IN UPPER SPRING SEAT
2 - 24 FRONTRS
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For information on master cylinder application,
bore and type, view the following table:
BRAKE SYSTEMMASTER CYLINDER
BORE/TYPE
Disc/Drum - ABS23.8 mm Conventional
Compensating Port
Disc/Drum - Non-ABS23.8 mm Conventional
Compensating Port
Disc/Disc - ABS25.4 mm (1-1/16 in.)
Conventional
Compensating Port
Disc/Disc ABS With
Traction Control25.4 mm (1-1/16 in.) Dual
Center Port
CAUTION: When replacing a master cylinder, be
sure to use the correct master cylinder for the type
of brake system the vehicle is equipped with.
The body of the master cylinder is an anodized alu-
minum casting. It has a machined bore to accept the
master cylinder pistons and threaded ports with
seats for the hydraulic brake line connections.
The brake fluid reservoir is mounted on the top of
the master cylinder. It is made of a see-through
polypropylene type plastic for easy fluid level view-
ing. A brake fluid level switch is attached to the
brake fluid reservoir.
The master cylinder is not a repairable component
and must be replaced if diagnosed to be functioning
improperly. The brake fluid reservoir and brake fluid
level switch can be replaced separately.
CAUTION: Do not hone the bore of the cylinder as
this will remove the anodized surface from the bore.
OPERATION
When the brake pedal is depressed, the master cyl-
inder primary and secondary pistons apply brake
pressure through the chassis tubes to the brakes at
each tire and wheel assembly.
The master cylinder primary outlet port supplies
hydraulic pressure to the right front and left rear
brakes. The secondary outlet port supplies hydraulic
pressure to the left front and right rear brakes.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MASTER CYLINDER
BLEEDING
CAUTION: When clamping master cylinder in vise,
only clamp master cylinder by its mounting flange,
do not clamp on primary piston, seal or body of
master cylinder.(1) Clamp the master cylinder in a vise using only
the mounting flange.
NOTE: Two different size bleeding tubes need to be
used depending on which type of master cylinder
the vehicle is equipped with. Vehicles equipped
with traction control have different size brake tubes
and nuts at the master cylinder than the non-trac-
tion control equipped vehicles. Be sure the correct
size bleeding tubes are used when bleeding the
master cylinder.
(2) Thread Bleeding Tubes, Special Tool 8358, for a
non-traction control master cylinder or Special Tool
8129 for a traction control master cylinder into mas-
ter cylinder primary and secondary ports. Position
outlet ends of bleeding tubes in reservoir with the
outlets below surface of brake fluid when reservoir is
filled to its proper level.
(3) Fill brake fluid reservoir with Mopartbrake
fluid or equivalent conforming to DOT 3 (DOT 4 and
DOT 4+ are acceptable) specifications.
(4) Using a wooden dowel, depress push rod slowly,
and then allow pistons to return to released position.
Repeat several times until all air bubbles are
expelled from master cylinder.
(5) Remove bleeding tubes from master cylinder
outlet ports, and then plug outlet ports and install
fill cap on reservoir.
(6) Remove master cylinder from vise.
(7) Install the filler cap on master cylinder fluid
reservoir.
(8) Install master cylinder. (Refer to 5 - BRAKES -
BASE/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/MASTER CYL-
INDER - INSTALLATION)
REMOVAL - MASTER CYLINDER
CAUTION: Vacuum in the power brake booster must
be pumped down (removed) before removing mas-
ter cylinder from power brake booster. This is nec-
essary to prevent the power brake booster from
sucking in any contamination as the master cylin-
der is removed. This can be done simply by pump-
ing the brake pedal, with the vehicle's engine not
running, until a firm feeling brake pedal is achieved.
(1) With engine not running, pump brake pedal
until a firm pedal is achieved (4-5 strokes).
(2) Disconnect negative battery terminal.
(3) Disconnect positive battery terminal.
(4) Remove battery shield.
(5) Remove nut and clamp securing battery to tray,
remove battery.
5 - 34 BRAKES - BASERS
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ROTORS
SPECIFICATIONS
BRAKE ROTOR
NOTE: Use the following information on all 4 wheel
disc brake vehicles that are equipped with BR3
sales code.When refacing a rotor, the required TIR (Total
Indicator Reading) and thickness variation limits
MUST BE MAINTAINED. Extreme care in the oper-
ation of rotor turning equipment is required.
SPECIFICATIONS/LIMITS
Brake
RotorRotor ThicknessMinimum Rotor
ThicknessRotor
Thickness
VariationRotor Runout *Rotor Micro
Finish
Front27.9-28.1 mm
1.098 -1.106 in.26.5 mm
1.043 in0.010 mm
0.0004 in.0.030 mm
0.0012 in.15-80 RMS
Rear12.25-12.75 mm
0.482-0.502 in.11.25 mm
0.443 in.0.013 mm
0.0005 in.0.14 mm
0.0055 in.15-80 RMS
* TIR Total Indicator Reading (Measured On Vehicle)
PARKING BRAKE
DESCRIPTION
The parking brake system on this vehicle features
a hand-operated parking brake lever. The lever is
located between the two front seats and requires a
special front cable.
CABLES - PARKING BRAKE
REMOVAL - FRONT CABLE
(Refer to 5 - BRAKES - BASE/PARKING BRAKE/
LEVER - REMOVAL)
INSTALLATION - FRONT CABLE
(Refer to 5 - BRAKES - BASE/PARKING BRAKE/
LEVER - INSTALLATION)
LEVER - PARKING BRAKE
REMOVAL - PARKING BRAKE LEVER AND
FRONT CABLE
(1) Raise vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE)
(2) Grasp the exposed section of the front parking
brake cable and pull rearward on it. While holding
the park brake in this position, install a pair of lock-
ing pliers on the front parking brake cable just rear-
ward of the second body outrigger bracket (Fig. 12).(3) Remove the left rear and intermediate parking
brake cables from the parking brake cable equalizer
(Fig. 13).
(4) Remove the equalizer from the front parking
brake cable.
(5) Remove the locking pliers from the front park-
ing brake cable. This will allow the adjuster in the
parking brake lever mechanism to rotate around to
its stop and remove the tension from the adjuster
and front park brake cable.
Fig. 12 Locking Out Automatic Adjuster
1 - PARK BRAKE CABLE
2 - REAR BODY OUTRIGGER BRACKET
3 - LOCKING PLIERS
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HEATED SEAT SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HEATED SEAT SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION............................7
OPERATION.............................8
DRIVER HEATED SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION............................8
OPERATION.............................9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING..................9
HEATED SEAT SWITCH...................9
REMOVAL..............................10
INSTALLATION...........................10
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT
DESCRIPTION...........................10
OPERATION.............................11DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................11
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT.................11
HEATED SEAT SENSOR
DESCRIPTION...........................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................11
HEATED SEAT SENSOR..................11
PASSENGER HEATED SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................11
OPERATION.............................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................12
HEATED SEAT SWITCH..................12
REMOVAL..............................13
INSTALLATION...........................13
HEATED SEAT SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
Individually controlled driver and passenger side
electrically heated front seats are available factory-
installed optional equipment on this model, when it
is also equipped with the power seat option. The
heated seat system allows both the driver and the
front seat passenger the option to select one of twoseat heating ranges, Low or High, or to turn the indi-
vidual seat heaters Off using the heated seat
switches located in the instrument panel center bezel
near the bottom of the HVAC outlets (Fig. 1). The
heated seat switch circuit operates on ignition
switched battery current supplied through a fuse in
the intelligent power module, only when the ignition
switch is in the On position.
This section covers the following components of the
heated seat system:
²Heated seat elements
²Heated seat sensors
²Heated seat switches
The Heated seat module (or memory heated seat
module) can be found in the Electronic Control Mod-
ules section of the service manual.
The heated seat system also relies upon resources
shared with other electronic modules in the vehicle
over the Programmable Communications Interface
(PCI) J1850 data bus network. The J1850 (PCI) data
bus network allows the sharing of sensor informa-
tion. This helps to reduce wire harness complexity,
internal controller hardware, and component sensor
current loads. At the same time, this system provides
increased reliability, enhanced diagnostics, and
allows the addition of many new feature capabilities.
For diagnosis of these electronic modules or of the
J1850 (PCI) data bus network, the use of a DRB IIIt
scan tool, or equivalent and the proper Diagnostic
Procedures manual are recommended.
The electronic modules that may affect heated seat
system operation are as follows:
²Body Control Module (BCM)- Refer toBody
Control Modulein Electronic Control Modules for
more information.
Fig. 1 HEATED SEAT SWITCHES
RSHEATED SEAT SYSTEM8G-7
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POWER SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM.................. 1
POWER SLIDING DOOR SYSTEM............ 19
POWER LOCKS........................... 39POWER MIRRORS........................ 45
POWER SEATS........................... 49
POWER WINDOWS........................ 60
POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION............................2
OPERATION.............................3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING..................4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
LIFTGATE SYSTEM......................4
STANDARD PROCEDURE...................9
LIFTGATE ADJUSTMENT..................9
POWER LIFTGATE LEARN CYCLE..........9
PINCH SENSOR
DESCRIPTION............................9
OPERATION.............................9
REMOVAL...............................9
INSTALLATION...........................10
FULL OPEN SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................10
OPERATION.............................10
REMOVAL..............................10
INSTALLATION...........................10
LIFTGATE MOTOR
DESCRIPTION...........................11
OPERATION.............................11
REMOVAL..............................11
INSTALLATION...........................11
ENGAGE ACTUATOR
DESCRIPTION...........................12
OPERATION.............................12
REMOVAL..............................12
INSTALLATION...........................12TRANSVERSE BRACKET
DESCRIPTION...........................13
OPERATION.............................13
REMOVAL..............................13
INSTALLATION...........................13
LIFT GEAR & LINK ROD
DESCRIPTION...........................14
OPERATION.............................14
REMOVAL..............................14
INSTALLATION...........................14
LATCH
DESCRIPTION...........................15
OPERATION.............................15
REMOVAL..............................15
INSTALLATION...........................15
LATCH ACTUATOR
DESCRIPTION...........................16
OPERATION.............................16
REMOVAL..............................16
INSTALLATION...........................16
EXTERIOR HANDLE SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................17
OPERATION.............................17
REMOVAL..............................17
INSTALLATION...........................17
CHIME/THERMISTOR
DESCRIPTION...........................18
OPERATION.............................18
REMOVAL..............................18
INSTALLATION...........................18
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INSTALLATION
(1) Position the flex drive assembly in the vehicle.
(2) Install the flex drive on the lower drive unit.
Push straight on until it snaps in place. It may be
necessary to rotate drive unit gear slightly until the
flex drive seats in place.
(3) Install the lower drive unit cover and retaining
screws.
(4) Install the flex drive in the motor assembly.
Line up the square shaped inner shaft and push
straight on (Fig. 21).
(5) Install the E-clip on the flex drive assembly
(Fig. 19).
(6) Install the weathershield. Refer to Body for the
procedure.
(7) Install the side door trim panel on the vehicle.
Refer to Body for the procedure.
(8) Connect the negative cable.
Fig. 21 MOTOR FLEX DRIVE CABLE
1 - DOOR MOTOR
2 - FLEX DRIVE COLLAR
3 - FLEX DRIVE INNER SHAFT
8N - 38 POWER SLIDING DOOR SYSTEMRS
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²UNLOCK: Pressing the UNLOCK button once
will unlock the driver's side doors and activate the
illuminated entry system and disarm Vehicle Theft
Security System, if equipped. Pressing the UNLOCK
button twice within five seconds will unlock all doors
and activate the illuminated entry system.
²LEFT SLIDING DOOR: Pressing the LEFT
SLIDING DOOR BUTTON opens/closes the left
power sliding door remotely.
²RIGHT SLIDING DOOR: Pressing the RIGHT
SLIDING DOOR BUTTON opens/closes the right
power sliding door remotely.
²LIFTGATE: Pressing the LIFTGATE BUTTON
opens/closes the liftgate remotely.
²PANIC: Pressing the PANIC button sounds the
horns at half second intervals, flashes the exterior
lamps, and turns ON the interior lamps. The panic
alarm will remain on for three minutes, or until the
PANIC button is actuated again or the ignition
switch is turned to the RUN position.
The Remote Keyless Entry Module is capable of
retaining the transmitter Vehicle Access Code(s)
(VAC) in its memory even after vehicle power has
been interrupted.
NOTE: Additional features available to the customer
are described in the Vehicle Owners Manual.
The RKE system activates the optional memory
seat and mirror system, if equipped. Two primary
key fob transmitters can be programmed to actuate
memory seat and mirror setting 1 or 2. Two addi-
tional key fob transmitters can be added, but they
will not be able to operate the memory seat and mir-
ror system (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER
SEATS - OPERATION) and (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/POWER MIRRORS - OPERATION).
DOOR LOCK MOTOR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR LOCK
MOTOR
Verify battery condition before testing door lock
motor(s) (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYS-
TEM/BATTERY - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
To determine which motor is faulty, check each
individual door for electrical lock and unlock or dis-
connect the motor connectors one at a time, while
operating the door lock switch. In the event that
none of the motors work, the problem may be caused
by a shorted motor or a bad switch. Disconnecting
the defective motor will allow the others to work.
To test an individual door lock motor, disconnect
the electrical connector from the motor. To lock the
door, connect a 12 volt power source to the positivepin of the lock motor and a ground wire to the other
pin. Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, further details
on wire harness routing and retention, as well as
pin-out and location views for the various wire har-
ness connectors, splices and grounds. To unlock the
door reverse the wire connections at the motor pin
terminals. If these results are NOT obtained, replace
the motor.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The Power Door Lock Switch is attached to the
door trim panel with two screws.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(1) Remove door trim panel. Refer to Body, Door -
Front, Trim Panel, Removal and Installation.
(2) Disconnect wire connector from back of door
lock switch.
(3) Depress switch to LOCK position.
(4) Using an ohmmeter, test switch resistance
between Pins 2 and 3. Refer to the test and (Fig. 2).
(5) Depress switch to UNLOCK position.
(6) Test resistance between Pins 2 and 3.
(7) Test resistance between pins 2 and 3 while
switch is in its normal unactuated mode.
(8) If resistance values are not within the param-
eters shown replace the door lock switch.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH CONTINUITY
SWITCH
POSITIONCONTINUITY
BETWEENRESISTANCE
VALUE
LOCK 2 and 3 5.3K Ohm   5%
UNLOCK 2 and 3 2.0K Ohm   5%
UNACTUATED 2 and 3 18.3K Ohms  
5%
Fig. 2 DOOR LOCK SWITCH
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The RKE module is capable of retaining up to four
different Vehicle Access Codes.
OPERATION
Whenever the vehicle battery power is interrupted
the RKE Module will retain all vehicle access codes
in its memory. When replacing or adding a key fob
transmitter (maximum 4) a DRB IIItscan tool is
required to program the RKE Module to accept the
new Vehicle Access Code if a customer owned trans-
mitter is not available. Refer to Electrical, Remote
Keyless Entry Module, Standard Procedure - Pro-
gramming RKE Module or the Proper Body Diagnos-
tic Procedures manual.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, further details
on wire harness routing and retention, as well as
pin-out and location views for the various wire har-
ness connectors, splices and grounds. Refer to the
proper Body Diagnostic Procedures Manual for test-
ing the Remote Keyless Entry system using a DRB
IIItscan tool. Also refer to other interrelated sys-
tems groups within this manual:
²Vehicle Theft Security System
²Power Seats
²Power Mirrors
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PROGRAMMING
RKE MODULE
(1) Using a functional key fob transmitter, unlock
the vehicle and disarm the Vehicle Theft Security
System.
(2) Insert ignition key into the ignition switch.
(3) Turn the ignition switch to RUN position with-
out starting engine.
(4) Using a functional key fob transmitter, press
and hold the UNLOCK button for a minimum five
seconds (maximum ten seconds).
(5) While still holding UNLOCK button, and
before ten seconds passes, press the PANIC button
and release both at the same time. A single chime
will sound to verify that the RKE module is set to
receive the new Vehicle Access Code(s).
(6) Within 30 seconds of the chime, press and
release the ªLOCKº and ªUNLOCKº buttons on the
transmitter at the same time. Then press any one of
the buttons. The BCM will sound an abbreviatedchime to acknowledge that the programming of the
transmitter has been completed and was successful.
(7) Repeat step 6 for all transmitters that will be
used with this vehicle (up to 4 total).
(8) Programming mode will last for 30 seconds. To
get out of programming mode sooner, turn the igni-
tion OFF. A single chime will sound to verify that the
RKE module will no longer accept additional Vehicle
Access Code(s).
(9) When Vehicle Access Code(s) programming is
complete, turn the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion and verify RKE system operation using each key
fob.
NOTE:
Only the two key fob transmitters that have been
programmed to the memory seat and mirror system
will operate it. If any key fob is replaced, the mem-
ory seat and mirror module will require program-
ming. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER SEATS -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove instrument panel top cover (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP PAD - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove screws holding RKE module to instru-
ment panel.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from RKE module
(Fig. 4).
(5) Remove the RKE module from vehicle.
Fig. 4 RKE MODULE
1 - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE
2 - INSTRUMENT PANEL
3 - DEMISTER DUCT
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POWER SEATS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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POWER SEATS
DESCRIPTION...........................49
OPERATION.............................50
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................51
POWER SEAT SYSTEM..................51
MEMORY SYSTEM......................51
DRIVER SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................52
OPERATION.............................52
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................53
DRIVER SEAT SWITCH..................53
REMOVAL..............................53
INSTALLATION...........................54
MEMORY SET SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................54
OPERATION.............................54
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................54
MEMORY SWITCH......................54
REMOVAL..............................54
INSTALLATION...........................54PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................55
OPERATION.............................55
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................55
PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH..............55
REMOVAL..............................56
INSTALLATION...........................56
RECLINER MOTOR
DESCRIPTION...........................56
OPERATION.............................56
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................57
POWER SEAT RECLINER................57
POWER SEAT TRACK
DESCRIPTION...........................58
OPERATION.............................58
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................58
POWER SEAT TRACK...................58
REMOVAL..............................59
INSTALLATION...........................59
POWER SEATS
DESCRIPTION - POWER SEAT SYSTEM
The power seat system option allows the driver
and front seat passenger to electrically adjust their
seating positions for optimum control and comfort
using the power seat switches located on the out-
board seat cushion side shield of each front seat. The
power seat system receives battery current through a
40 amp fuse in the Intelligent Power Module and a
30 amp circuit breaker under the seat so that the
power seats remain operational, regardless of the
ignition switch position.
WARNING: SOME VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH
SEATBACK MOUNTED AIRBAGS (Fig. 1). BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE OR SERVICE ANY
SEAT OR POWER SEAT SYSTEM COMPONENT
YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE
BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE. THEN WAIT TWO MIN-
UTES FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DIS-
CHARGE BEFORE FURTHER SYSTEM SERVICE.
THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE
AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
Fig. 1 SIDE AIRBAG EQUIPPED SEAT
1 - Airbag Label
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A eight-way power seat is standard on highline
models and optional on others. This option includes a
six-way adjustable seat cushion track and a two-way
power seat back.
The eight-way power seat is also available with the
heated seat and memory seat system that automati-
cally positions the power seat for two different driv-
ers. Refer toHeated Seat Systemfor more
information on the heated seat option. Refer toMem-
ory Systemin the Memory System section of this
group for more information on the memory system.
The power seat system includes the following com-
ponents:
²Power seat recliner
²Power seat switch
²Power seat track.
The power seat system with memory and heated
seat options includes the following components:
²Power seat recliner
²Power seat switch
²Power seat track.
²Memory Heated Seat Module (MHSM)
²Memory set switch
²Heated seat switch
²Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
²Programmable Communications Interface (PCI)
data bus network
Refer to Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit dia-
grams. Following are general descriptions and opera-
tions for the major components in the power seat
system and memory seat system.
DESCRIPTION - MEMORY SEAT SYSTEM
An electronic memory and heated seat system is
available on some models. The memory system is
able to store and recall the driver side power seat
positions (including the power recliner position), and
both outside power mirror positions for two drivers.
For vehicles with a radio and heated / memory seat
system connected to the Programmable Communica-
tions Interface (PCI) data bus network, the memory
system is also able to store and recall radio station
presets for two drivers. The memory system also will
store and recall the last station listened to for each
driver, even if it is not one of the preset stations.
The memory system will automatically return to
all of these settings when the corresponding num-
bered and button of the memory switch on the driver
side seat side shield is depressed, or when the doors
are unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. A customer programmable feature of the
memory system allows the RKE recall of memory fea-
tures to be disabled in cases where there are more
than two drivers of the vehicle.
A Memory Heated Seat Module (MHSM) is used on
some models to control and integrate the many elec-tronic functions and features included in the memory
/ heated seat system.
The memory system includes the following compo-
nents:
²Heated seat switch
²Memory heated seat module (MHSM)
²Memory switch
²Position potentiometers on both outside power
mirrors
²Position potentiometers on the driver side power
seat track and power seat recliner motors.
²Radio receiver (if PCI data bus capable).
Certain functions and features of the memory system
rely upon resources shared with other electronic mod-
ules in the vehicle over the Programmable Communica-
tions Interface (PCI) J1850 data bus network. The PCI
data bus network allows the sharing of sensor informa-
tion. This helps to reduce wire harness complexity,
internal controller hardware, and component sensor cur-
rent loads. At the same time, this system provides
increased reliability, enhanced diagnostics, and allows
the addition of many new feature capabilities. For diag-
nosis of these electronic modules or of the PCI data bus
network, the use of a DRBtscan tool and the proper
Diagnostic Procedures manual are recommended.
The other electronic modules that may affect mem-
ory system operation are as follows:
²Body Control Module (BCM)- Refer toBody
Control Modulein Electronic Control Modules for
more information.
²
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
- Refer toElectronic Vehicle Information Center
in Overhead Console Systems for more information.
²Powertrain Control Module (PCM)- Refer to
Powertrain Control Modulein Electronic Control
Modules for more information.
²Radio Receiver- Refer toRadio Receiverin
Audio Systems for more information.
Refer toHeated Seat Systemfor more informa-
tion on the heated seat system. Refer toRemote
Keyless Entry Systemin Power Lock Systems for
more information on the RKE system. Refer to
Power Mirrorin Power Mirrors for more informa-
tion on the mirror position potentiometers. Refer to
Power Seat TrackandPower Seat Reclinerin
the Power Seat System section of this group for more
information on the driver side power seat position
potentiometers.
Refer toPower Seatin the Contents of Wiring
Diagrams for complete circuit diagrams. Following
are general descriptions of the remaining major com-
ponents in the factory-installed memory system.
OPERATION - POWER SEAT SYSTEM
The power seat system allows the driver and/or
front passenger seating positions to be adjusted elec-
8N - 50 POWER SEATSRS
POWER SEATS (Continued)
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