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Electrical - MIL ON/DTC B1153 (Seat Position Sensor) Set

ELECTRICAL
EL005-06

Title:
M.I.L. "ON" DTC B1153:
SEAT POSITION SENSOR

Models:
'03 - '06 GX 470

March 28, 2006

Introduction

Under certain conditions, some 2003 - 2006 model year GX 470 vehicles may exhibit M.I.L. "ON" with DTC B1153. The sub-wire harness assembly leading to the seat position sensor has been improved to prevent this condition.

Applicable Vehicles

^ 2003 - 2006 model year GX 470 vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown below.





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Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty:
This repair is covered under the Lexus Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.

Repair Procedure

^ Should an M.I.L. "ON" condition with DTC B1153 be encountered, perform diagnostic procedures as described in the Repair Manual.

^ When checking Floor Wire No. 2, be aware that there is a sub-harness that is included with the seat belt buckle assembly (connector B12 to seat position sensor 2-pin connector).

^ If there is high resistance or "open" in the underseat portion of the wire harness, replace the seat belt buckle assembly, NOT the Floor Wire No. 2.





2003 - 2004 model year GX 470