Seat Temperature Element: Service and Repair

HEATED SEAT ELEMENT

REMOVAL
Do not remove the OEM heating element from the seat or seat back cushion/trim covers. The original element is permanently attached and cannot be removed without permanent damage. The service replacement heating element is designed to be applied directly on the seat cushion.
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the appropriate seat cushion or seat back trim cover. Refer to the Body section of the service manual for the procedures.
3. Disconnect the inoperative heated seat cushion or seat back element electrical connectors.
4. Locate the wires leading from the inoperative heating element and cut them OFF flush with the edge of the original heating element.

INSTALLATION
1. Peel off the adhesive backing on the back of the replacement heating element and stick directly on the foam cushion.

CAUTION: During the installation of the replacement heating element, be careful not to fold or crease the element assembly. Folds or creases will cause premature failure.

Fig.5 Heating Element Installed - Typical:

2. Connect the new heating element electrical connectors.
3. Connect the negative battery cable.
4. Verify heated seat system operation.
5. Install the appropriate seat cushion or seat back trim cover. Make certain the seat wire harness is correctly routed through the seat and seat back. The excess wire between the cushion and back elements should be securely tucked between the rear of the cushion foam and the rear carpet flap of the trim cover.