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.
Driver Front Seat Module (DSM): Installation
All vehicles
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the DSM following the on-screen instructions.
Vehicles with climate controlled seats
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new DSM.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the SCME following the on-screen instructions.
All vehicles
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new DSM.
Operate the seat in all directions through the full range of travel to set soft stops on all memory controlled functions and avoid a premature stopping point occurrence after the vehicle is returned to the customer.
Vehicles with memory steering column
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new DSM.
Operate the steering column in all directions through the full range of travel to set the soft stops and avoid a premature stopping point occurrence after the vehicle is returned to the customer.
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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.