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.
Rear Lifting Motor Circuit Inspection
- CHECK REAR END SEAT LIFTING MECHANISM
Check the following.
- Operation malfunction caused by lifter mechanism deformation or pinched harness or other foreign materials
- Operation malfunction caused by foreign materials adhered to the lifter motor or lead screws
- Operation malfunction and interference with other parts by poor installation
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 2.
- NG: Repair the malfunctioning part and check again.
- CHECK FUNCTION
With CONSULT-II
Check operation with "SEAT LIFTER RR" in ACTIVE TEST.
TEST ITEM DESCRIPTIONTest item Description SEAT
LIFTER RRThe rear lifting motor is activated by receiving the drive signal. Without CONSULT-II
GO TO 3.
OK or NG
- OK: Rear lifting motor check is OK.
- NG: GO TO 3.
- CHECK REAR LIFTING HARNESS CONTINUITY
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect driver seat control unit connector and rear lifting motor connector.
- Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector B153 terminals 6 (G/W), 7 (G/B) and lifting motor connector B162 terminals 6 (G/W), 7 (G/B).
6 (G/W) - 6 (G/W): Continuity should exist.
7 (G/B) - 7 (G/B): Continuity should exist.
- Check continuity between driver seat control unit B153 terminals 6 (G/W), 7 (G/B) and ground.
6 (G/W) - Ground: Continuity should not exist.
7 (G/B) - Ground: Continuity should not exist.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 4.
- NG: Repair or replace harness between driver seat control unit and rear lifting motor.
- CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT OUTPUT SIGNAL
- Connect the driver seat control unit and rear lifting motor.
- Check voltage between driver seat control unit connector and ground.
TERMINAL VOLTAGEConnector Terminals (Wire color) Condition Voltage (V) (Approx.) (+) (-) B153 6 (G/W) Ground Rear lifting switch ON (UP operation) Battery voltage Rear lifting switch OFF 0 7 (G/B) Rear lifting switch ON (DOWN operation) Battery voltage Rear lifting switch OFF 0 OK or NG
- OK: Replace rear lifting motor.
- NG: Replace driver seat control unit.
NO RELATED
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.