Pinpoint Test AJ: Power-Stow Seat Motor and Sensor Functional Test - RH Third Row Power Seat
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Pinpoint Test AJ: Power-Stow Seat Motor and Sensor Functional Test - RH Third Row Power Seat
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Set 120, Power Seats for schematic and connector information. Electrical Diagrams
Normal Operation
The Power-Fold Seat Module (PFSM) supplies voltage and ground to the power-stow seat motor to move the seat to and from the STOW position when selected by the seat control switch. When STOW is selected from NORMAL or TAILGATE, the backrest folds forward to release the spring loaded headrest. If an obstruction is detected in the STOW axis of movement the seat stops, reverses movement a few inches and then stops again until the obstruction is removed. When the obstruction has been removed the seat control switch must be depressed again to reset the request. The seat goes to the power-stow seat motor home position (seat folded and latched to the floor) and then continues with the STOW request. If the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) detects an open or short in the power-stow seat motor circuitry, motor operation is disabled. If a short to ground is present the motor works in only one direction.
A Hall effect sensor is located inside each of the power-stow seat motor assemblies to detect power-stow seat motor movement and position to the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module). If the sensor does not detect motor movement during a request from the seat control switch, the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) disables the power-stow seat motor output. When the seat control switch is pressed again the seat moves in short increments indicating a fault with the sensor or circuitry.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Power-stow seat motor and sensor
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module)
PINPOINT TEST AJ : POWER-STOW SEAT MOTOR AND SENSOR FUNCTIONAL TEST - RH THIRD ROW POWER SEAT
NOTICE: The following pinpoint test uses a test light to simulate normal circuit loads. Use only the test light recommended in the Special Tools table at the beginning. To avoid connector terminal damage, use the Flex Probe Kit for the test light probe connection to the vehicle. Do not use the test light probe directly on any connector.
NOTE: Verify good battery condition before diagnosing the Power-Fold Seat Module (PFSM) system. Poor battery condition may interfere with PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) operation. If battery voltage drops below 10 volts, seat movement does not start. If battery voltage drops below 8 volts, a started seat movement stops.
NOTE: The accessory delay system (courtesy lamps) times-out after 10 minutes and disables the third row power seat operation. Meter voltage measurements may be inaccurate when this occurs, which could lead to misdiagnosis. To enable the accessory delay system during diagnosis and testing, close and open any vehicle door.
AJ1 CONFIRM THE SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL TEST HAS BEEN COMPLETED
- Verify the Functional Test- Third Row Power Seat has been completed before testing the power-stow seat motor and sensor.
Has the Functional Test been completed?
Yes
GO to AJ2.
No
CARRY OUT the Functional Test - Third Row Power Seat. GO to Pinpoint Test AF Pinpoint Test AF: Functional Test - Third Row Power Seat and return to this test only if directed to do so.
AJ2 CHECK THE PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) FOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE TO THE POWER-STOW SEAT MOTOR
- Access the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module). To access the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module), refer to the appropriate steps in Power-Fold Seat Module (PFSM) .
- Verify the vehicle is in PARK and the liftgate is open.
- Verify the courtesy lights are on. If needed, close and open any door on the vehicle.
- Connect a test lamp between PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-14, circuit CPS72 (WH/OG) and PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-13, circuit CPS71 (GN/VT), by back-probing the connector.
- Press the STOW button and monitor the test lamp.
Does the test lamp illuminate (may be momentary) when the STOW button is pressed?
Yes
GO to AJ5.
No
GO to AJ3.
AJ3 CHECK THE POWER-STOW SEAT MOTOR AND CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Disconnect: PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C.
- Measure the resistance between:
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-14, circuit CPS72 (WH/OG), harness side and ground.
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-13, circuit CPS71 (GN/VT), harness side and ground.
Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to AJ11.
No
GO to AJ4.
AJ4 CHECK THE POWER-STOW SEAT MOTOR AND CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Remove the rear quarter trim finish panel to access the power-stow seat motor electrical connector.
- Disconnect: RH Power-Stow Seat Motor C4182.
- Measure the resistance between:
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-14, circuit CPS72 (WH/OG), harness side and ground.
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-13, circuit CPS71 (GN/VT), harness side and ground.
Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
INSTALL a new power-stow seat motor. REFER to Power-Stow Seat Motor - Third Row . REFER to Power-Stow Seat Motor - Third Row . TEST the system for normal operation.
No
REPAIR the affected circuit(s). TEST the system for normal operation.
AJ5 CHECK THE POWER-STOW SEAT MOTOR AND CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN
- Disconnect: PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C.
- Measure the resistance between PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-14, circuit CPS72 (WH/OG), harness side and PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-13, circuit CPS71 (GN/VT), harness side.
Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to AJ7.
No
GO to AJ6.
AJ6 CHECK THE POWER-STOW SEAT MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN
- Disconnect: RH Power-Stow Seat Motor C4182.
- Remove the rear quarter trim finish panel to access the RH power-stow seat motor electrical connector.
- Measure the resistance between:
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-14, circuit CPS72 (WH/OG), harness side and RH power-stow seat motor C4182-3, circuit CPS72 (WH/OG), harness side.
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C-13, circuit CPS71 (GN/VT), harness side and RH power-stow seat motor C4182-1, circuit 13, circuit CPS71 (GN/VT), harness side.
Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
Yes
INSTALL a new power-stow seat motor. REFER to Power-Stow Seat Motor - Third Row . TEST the system for normal operation.
No
REPAIR the affected circuit(s). TEST the system for normal operation.
AJ7 CHECK THE PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) FOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE TO THE STOW SENSOR
- Connect: PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250C.
- Verify the vehicle is in PARK and the liftgate is open.
- Verify the courtesy lights are on. If needed, close and open any door on the vehicle.
- Measure the voltage between PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B-3, circuit LPS77 (YE/GY) and PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B-1, circuit RPS77 (BN/GN), by back-probing the connector.
Is the voltage greater than 5 volts?
Yes
GO to AJ10.
No
GO to AJ8.
AJ8 CHECK THE STOW SENSOR AND CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Disconnect: PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B.
- Measure the resistance between PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B-3, circuit LPS77 (YE/GY), harness side and ground.
Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to AJ11.
No
GO to AJ9.
AJ9 CHECK THE STOW SENSOR CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Remove the rear quarter trim finish panel to access the power-stow seat motor electrical connector.
- Disconnect: RH Power-Stow Seat Motor C4182.
- Measure the resistance between PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B-3, circuit LPS77 (YE/GY), harness side and ground.
Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
INSTALL a new power-stow seat motor assembly. REFER to Power-Stow Seat Motor - Third Row . TEST the system for normal operation.
No
REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
AJ10 CHECK THE STOW SENSOR CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN
- Remove the rear quarter trim finish panel to access the power-stow seat motor electrical connector.
- Disconnect: RH Power-Stow Seat Motor C4182.
- Disconnect: PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B.
- Measure the resistance between:
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B-3, circuit LPS77 (YE/GY), harness side and RH power-stow seat motor C4182-2, circuit LPS77 (YE/GY), harness side.
- PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) C4250B-1, circuit RPS77 (BN/GN), harness side and RH power-stow seat motor C4182-4, circuit RPS77 (BN/GN), harness side.
Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
Yes
INSTALL a new power-stow seat motor assembly. REFER to Power-Stow Seat Motor - Third Row . TEST the system for normal operation.
No
REPAIR the affected circuit(s). TEST the system for normal operation.
AJ11 CHECK PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) CONNECTORS AND PINS FOR DAMAGE AND RETEST THE SYSTEM
- Inspect the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) connectors for corrosion and pushed out or damaged pins and repair as necessary.
- Reconnect all the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) connectors.
- Operate the seats and determine if the concern is still present.
Is the concern still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module). Refer to Power-Fold Seat Module (PFSM) . TEST the system for normal operation.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.