Reclining Sensor Circuit Inspection

Check the operation malfunction caused by reclining mechanism deformation or parts are loose.

OK or NG 

1. OK: GO TO 2.
2. NG: Repair the malfunctioning part and check again.

1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check signal between driver seat control unit connector and ground, with oscilloscope.
   Fig 1: Driver Seat Control Unit Connector Terminals Signal Reference Chart

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   Fig 2: Checking Reclining Sensor Input/Output Signal

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OK or NG 

1. OK: System is OK.
2. NG: GO TO 3.

1. Disconnect driver seat control unit connector and reclining motor connector.
2. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector B143 terminals 30 (L), 32 (R/W) and reclining motor connector B147 terminals 30 (L), 32 (R/W).
   1. 30 (L) - 30 (L): Continuity should exist. 
   2. 32 (R/W) - 32 (R/W): Continuity should exist. 
3. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector B143 terminals 30 (L), 32 (R/W) and ground.
   1. 30 (L) - Ground: Continuity should not exist. 
   2. 32 (R/W) - Ground: Continuity should not exist. 
   Fig 3: Checking Harness Continuity

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OK or NG 

1. OK: Replace reclining motor.
2. NG: Repair or replace harness between driver seat control unit and reclining motor.