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.
2018 Ford Taurus SEL, FWD, GasFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Seat System DTCS: DCSM
DTC INDEX
| DTC | Description | Retrieved | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B103B | Thermoelectric Driver Overcurrent Low | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AH . |
| B103C | Thermoelectric Driver Open Load | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AI . |
| B103D | Blower Driver Overtemperature | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AJ . |
| B1111 | Driver Thermo Electric Device Control Overtemperature Fault | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AH . |
| B1113 | Passenger Thermo Electric Device Control Overtemperature Fault | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AK . |
| B111B | Passenger Thermoelectric Driver Overcurrent Low | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AK . |
| B111C | Passenger Thermoelectric Driver Open Load | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AL . |
| B111D | Passenger Blower Driver Overtemperature | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AM . |
| B1342 | ECU is Faulted | On-Demand and Continuous | INSTALL a new Dual Climate Controlled Seat Module(DCSM). REFER to Dual Climate Controlled Seat Module (DCSM) in this information. |
| B19A1 | Passenger Seat Cushion Blower Speed Short to Battery | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AN . |
| B19A2 | Passenger Seat Back Blower Speed Short to Battery | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AO . |
| B19A3 | Driver Seat Cushion Blower Speed Short to Battery | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AP . |
| B19A4 | Driver Seat Back Blower Speed Short to Battery | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AQ . |
| B19A5 | Passenger Seat Cushion Blower Speed Short to Ground | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AR . |
| B19A6 | Passenger Seat Back Blower Speed Short to Ground | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AS . |
| B19A7 | Driver Seat Cushion Blower Speed Short to Ground | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AT . |
| B19A8 | Driver Seat Back Blower Speed Short to Ground | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AU . |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | On-Demand and Continuous |
NOTE:
This DTC indicates PMI has not been done to a newly installed module or configuration data has been lost. CARRY OUT Programmable Module Installation(PMI) on the DCSM. REFER to Module Configuration
. REPEAT the self-test. If PMI is successful, the DTC will not be present. |
| B2486 | Climate Control Seat Module Voltage Out of Range | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AV . |
| B2729 | Cushion Over-Temp Detected | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AW . |
| B272A | Passenger Cushion Over-Temp Detected | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AX . |
| B272B | Passenger Back Over-Temp Detected | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AY . |
| B272C | Driver Differential Temperature Fault | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test AZ . |
| B272D | Passenger Differential Temperature Fault | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test BA . |
| B272E | Driver Ignition Run/Blower Circuit Short to Ground (this DTC sets for an open or short to voltage) | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test BB . |
| B272F | Passenger Ignition Run/Blower Circuit Short to Ground (this DTC sets for an open or short to voltage) | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test BC . |
| B2730 | Back Over-Temp Detected | On-Demand and Continuous | GO to Pinpoint Test BD . |
| U2050 | No Application Present | Continuous | INSTALL a new DCSM. REFER to Dual Climate Controlled Seat Module (DCSM) in this information. REPEAT the self-test. |
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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.
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