Safety Warning
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.
1. Test The Driver Power Seat Front Riser Motor
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Driver Power Seat Front Riser Motor harness connector.
Connect a jumper wire from B(+) to one cavity of the Driver Power Seat Front Riser Motor connector (motor side).
Connect a second jumper wire from ground to the other cavity of the Driver Power Seat Front Riser Motor connector (motor side).
Note seat movement, if no seat front riser movement is noted, reverse the jumper wires at the Front Riser Motor connector.
Did the Driver Seat Front Riser move up or down?
- Yes
>> Replace the Driver Power Seat Switch. See POWER SEAT SWITCH .
See BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- No
>> Replace the Driver Power Seat Front Riser Motor. See HORIZONTAL AND FRONT RISER MOTORS .
See BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.