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Seat Temperature Element: Testing and Inspection




SEAT WARMER UNIT INSPECTION

Seat Cushion

1. Remove the front seat. Front Seat Removal/Installation

2. Remove the seat cushion trim. Front Seat Cushion Trim Removal/Installation

3. While inspecting for continuity between the connector terminals A and B, use a dryer to warm the thermostat of the seat warmer unit on seat cushion.






4. Measure the temperature of the thermostat by using a thermometer.






- Replace the seat heater unit if conduction cannot be confirmed as indicated by the diagram. Front Seat Cushion Trim Removal/Installation






Seat Back

1. Remove the front seat. Front Seat Removal/Installation

2. Remove the seat back trim. Front Seat Back Trim Removal/Installation

3. Verify that the continuity between terminals A and B is as indicated in the table.






- If not as indicated in the table, replace the seat back pad.






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