DTC 73: Mechanical Lock Not Detected Error: Procedure

2013 Toyota Sienna LE, AWDSECTION Procedure
  1. CHECK INSTALL PARTS CORRECTLY (SEAT TURN LOCK PLATE SUB-ASSEMBLY) 
    1. Remove the auto access seat unit. Refer to REMOVAL .
    2. Disassemble the auto access seat unit until it is in the condition shown in the illustration. Refer to DISASSEMBLY .
    3. Using a vernier caliper, adjust the position of the seat turn lock plate to the specifications below.
      Fig 1: Checking Proper Installation For Seat Turn Lock Plate Sub-Assembly
      GTY297761Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Seat Turn Lock Plate Sub-assembly - -

      Standard

      Location Standard Length
      A 244.5 to 245.5 mm
      (9.626 to 9.665 in.)
      B 256.2 mm
      (10.087 in.)
      C 266.6 mm
      (10.480 in.)
      D 120.3 to 121.3 mm
      (4.736 to 4.776 in.)

    NG → See step   3 

    OK → See step   2 

  2. REPLACE POSITION CONTROL ECU ASSEMBLY. Refer to  DISASSEMBLY - Step 2 
  3. ADJUST OR REPLACE SEAT TURN LOCK PLATE SUB-ASSEMBLY. Refer to  REASSEMBLY - Step 7 
RENDER: 1.0x

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