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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 90 (POWER SEAT SYSTEM)SYMPTOM TESTINGALL POWER SEAT FUNCTIONS ON ONE SEAT ARE INOPERATIVE
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
All Power Seat Functions On One Seat Are Inoperative
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION All Power Seat Functions On One Seat Are Inoperative
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora and 1998 Buick Riviera. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform POWER SEATS SYSTEM CHECKΒ under TROUBLE SHOOTING. Go to next step.
- Check for open in Orange wire between power seat switch and rear junction block. If circuit is okay, go to next step. If circuit is not okay, go to step 4).
- Check for open in Black wire between power seat switch and ground. If circuit is okay, go to next step. If circuit is not okay, go to step 5).
- Replace power seat switch. See POWER SEAT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Perform POWER SEATS SYSTEM CHECKΒ under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
- Repair suspect circuit. Perform POWER SEATS SYSTEM CHECKΒ under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.