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BluStar55

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Message Posted: May 30, 2009 5:08:56 AM

I adjusted the power seat the other day and it won't move/adjust anymore. I can hear a click when I move the switch, but the seat doesn't move anywhere. The lumbar works fine. I also tried to open the Power Distribution Box in the engine compartrment to check the fuses for the problem, but I couldn't get it open. Does anybody know how to get it open and also have any insight into what is going on with the power seat.

Thanks in advance

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BluStar55
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Message Posted: Jul 10, 2009 1:14:10 PM

Hi FoLks,

I was able to get into the Fuse Distribution Box located in the engine compartment. The hold down latch for the box was a real bear to brake loose. The fuse that controls the power seat circuit was OK.

I still couldn't find any good instructions or diagrams on how to get to the controller switch. However, I was able to grab hold of the plastic that holds the switch in place enough to inspect the switch just a little. It appeared to be kind of crooked and not seating correctly. So I grabbed a hold of it as best as I could and squeezed the parts together and it seemed to snap in place. Now everyhting is working again, for how long I don't know.

Y'all take care !!!
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BluStar55
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Message Posted: Jul 9, 2009 6:39:56 AM

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BluStar55
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Message Posted: Jun 20, 2009 5:52:28 AM

Thank you RustBelt. There isn't anything visibly blocking the seat causing it to jam, but it could possibly be dirt/corrosion on the rails. Linkage looks OK. Thanks for the suggestion about the body/upholstery shop; the dealer hourly charges are outrageous.

I still would like to get into the engine compartrment to check the fuses before breaking anything down for an examination. TKS
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Message Posted: Jun 16, 2009 12:40:33 PM

 
  Not without an examination.   Could be something blocking it jamming it.
  Also suspect failure of the drive linkage.  
 
  If you're not convenient to a dealer, I'd try a good body/ upholstery shop.  
 
 

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BluStar55
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Message Posted: Jun 10, 2009 2:40:16 PM

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Message Posted: Jun 4, 2009 3:39:55 PM

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