Adjustable Pedals Inoperative (with Memory)

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Adjustable Pedals Inoperative (with Memory)
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Adjustable Pedals Inoperative (with Memory)

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Schematic Reference: Adjustable Pedal Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Adjustable Pedal Connector End Views 
DEFINITION: All of the seat adjuster motors are inoperative, the lumbar and bolster motors may also be inoperative.
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2 Verify the fault is present.
Does the system operate normally?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Observe the Adjustable Pedal Switch parameters in the driver position module data list.
Do any of the Seat Adjuster Switch parameters display Active?
Go to Step 7  Go to Step 4 
4 Operate the adjuster switch in both directions.
Does the scan tool display the correct switch status parameters in relation to the actual switch positions?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 5 
5
  1. Disconnect the adjuster switch connector.
  2. Using a DMM test for battery voltage at the switch supply voltage circuit terminal in the harness connector.
Is battery voltage present on the switch supply voltage circuit?
Go to Step 8  Go to Step 6 
6 Test the switch supply voltage circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 12  Go to Step 9 
7
  1. Disconnect the adjuster switch connector.
  2. Test the active switch signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 12  Go to Step 9 
8 Inspect for poor connections at the adjuster switch connector. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 12  Go to Step 10 
9 Inspect for poor connections at the driver position module connectors. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 12  Go to Step 11 
10 Replace the adjustable pedal switch.
Is the repair complete?
Go to Step 12  -
11 Replace the driver position module. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.
Is the repair complete?
Go to Step 12  -
12 Operate the system to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 3 
RENDER: 1.0x

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