1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 HFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Power Seat Switch Test (Driver's Side)

NOTE: See WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ  for power seat switch connector terminal and wire color identification.

Using ohmmeter, check continuity between indicated switch connector terminals when switch is activated as specified. See appropriate POWER SEAT SWITCH CONTINUITY table. Replace switch if it does not test as specified.

POWER SEAT SWITCH CONTINUITY

Switch Position Continuity Between Terminals No.
NEUTRAL (1) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8
FRONT UP 7 & 4; 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 & 8
FRONT DOWN 2 & 7; 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8
UPWARD 3, 4 & 7; 1, 2, 5, 6 & 8
DOWNWARD 2, 7 & 8; 1, 3, 4, 5 & 6
FORWARD 1 & 7; 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8
REARWARD 6 & 7; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 8
REAR UP 3 & 7; 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 & 8
REAR DOWN 7 & 8; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6
(1) In NEUTRAL position, terminal No. 7 is disconnected.
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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.

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