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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2011MILAN AWD V6-3.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSTESTING AND INSPECTIONPINPOINT TESTSPINPOINT TEST G: THE POWER SEAT DOES NOT MAKE FULL TRAVEL
2011 Mercury Milan AWD V6-3.0L
Pinpoint Test G: The Power Seat Does Not Make Full Travel
2011 Mercury Milan AWD V6-3.0LSECTION Pinpoint Test G: The Power Seat Does Not Make Full Travel
Seats
Pinpoint Test G: The Power Seat Does Not Make Full Travel
Normal Operation
The power seat should travel fully horizontal (forward/rearward) and vertical (front up/down and rear up/down).
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Obstruction
- Seat track
PINPOINT TEST G: THE POWER SEAT DOES NOT MAKE FULL TRAVEL
NOTE: If a seat equipped with a seat mounted side air bag is being serviced, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be depowered. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering.
NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate an SRS fault.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
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G1 CHECK FOR AN OBSTRUCTION IN THE SEAT TRACK
- Ignition OFF.
- Remove the seat. Refer to Seat - Front Seat - Front.
- Check the seat track for any obstructions.
- Is the seat track clear of obstructions?
Yes
IDENTIFY the cause and REPAIR as necessary.
REPOWER the SRS. REFER to Supplemental Restraint System Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
REMOVE the obstruction(s). INSTALL the seat.
REPOWER the SRS. REFER to Supplemental Restraint System Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering. TEST the system for normal operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.