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Test I

PINPOINT TEST I: THE HEATED SEAT IS INOPERATIVE - SEAT DOES HEAT BUT THE HEATED SEAT INDICATOR DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN PRESSED


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Normal Operation
The heated seat module will supply voltage to a separate indicator circuit 461 (OG) to the dual automatic temperature control (DATC) module display panel to indicate an ON state.

Possible Causes
An inoperative heated seat can be caused by:
- wiring, terminals, or connectors.
- a faulty dual automatic temperature control (DATC) module.