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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC B1395 02: Device Voltage Reference Output Circuit Shorted to Ground

DTC B1395 05: Device Voltage Reference Output Circuit Shorted to Battery or Open

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5-Volt Reference

B1395 02

B1395 05

B1395 05

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Memory Seat Sensor Low Reference

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B1825 01, B1850 01, B1860 01, B2355 01, B2365 01, B2375 01

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Driver Seat Front Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2355 06

B2355 06

B2355 01

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Driver Seat Rear Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B2365 06

B2365 06

B2365 01

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Driver Seat Horizontal Position Sensor Signal

B2375 06

B2375 06

B2375 01

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Driver Seat Lumbar Vertical Position Sensor Signal

B1860 06

B1860 06

B1860 01

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Driver Seat Lumbar Horizontal Position Sensor Signal

B1850 06

B1850 06

B1850 01

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Driver Seat Recline Position Sensor Signal

B1825 06

B1825 06

B1825 01

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Circuit/System Description

The memory seat module (MSM) supplies a 5-volt reference voltage to the driver seat and adjustable pedal position sensors. The MSM monitors this reference voltage to ensure the accuracy of the voltages being returned from the sensors. If the voltage exceeds the normal operating range, errors will occur in the memory recall operations of the seat and adjustable pedals.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The memory seat module must be powered.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The following conditions exist for more than 1 second:

B1395 02

The reference voltage drops below 4.75 volts.

B1395 05

The reference voltage exceeds 5.15 volts.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

All memory recall functions will be disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The current DTC will clear 3 seconds after the reference voltage returns to normal operating range, and the ignition is cycled OFF then back to ACC or RUN.
    • A history DTC will clear after 50 ignition cycles or with a scan tool using the clear DTCs function.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

    •  Driver Seat Schematics
    •  Passenger Seat Schematics
    •  Adjustable Pedal Schematics

Connector End View Reference

    •  Power Seat Connector End Views
    •  Adjustable Pedal Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Diagnostic Aids

An internal short to ground in one of the position sensors may set this DTC.

Circuit/System Testing

Ignition ON, test for 4.75-5.15 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit and ground.

If less than 4.75 volts, test the 5-volt reference circuit to all position sensors for a short to ground or an open. If the circuit tests normal, replace the memory seat module.
If greater than 5.15 volts, test the 5-volt reference circuit to all position sensors or a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the memory seat module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Front Seat Adjuster Replacement
    •  Front Seat Lumbar Support Replacement
    •  Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Replacement
    •  Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement
    •  Control Module References for MSM replacement, setup, and programming