Seating - 3rd Row

Symptom Chart(s)

Symptom Chart: Seating - Power-Fold

Diagnostics assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to Diagnostic Methods Fundamentals and Basics for information regarding Ford-specific diagnostic practices.

Preliminary Inspection

NOTE: The Preliminary Inspection checks the complete seat for correct operation and functionality.

NOTE: Verify good battery condition before diagnosing the PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) system. Poor battery condition may interfere with PFSM (Power-Fold Seat Module) operation. If battery voltage drops below 10 volts, seat movement does not start. If battery voltage drops below 8 volts, a started seat movement stops.

NOTE: Very cold weather conditions can cause the power-fold mechanisms to bind, resulting in incorrect seat operation. In cold weather, allow the seat to warm up before checking seat operation.

Check the BCM (Body Control Module) for DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes):
- Turn the ignition ON.
- Using a scan tool, perform BCM (Body Control Module) self-test.
- If any DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) are present, REFER to DTC Chart: Body Control Module (BCM) DTC Chart: Body Control Module (BCM).
- If no DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) are present, continue to the following step.

Verify the gear selector lever position is in PARK and the liftgate open to enable the system and also to access the seat control switch. Verify the LIFTGATE AJAR warning indicator on the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) illuminates.
- If the the warning indicator is not illuminated, the power-fold seat system may not be enabled due to a concern with the liftgate ajar switch circuitry (part of courtesy lighting system). REFER to Diagnostic Routine B: The Courtesy Lamps Do Not Illuminate With The Liftgate Open Diagnostic Routine B.
- If the power liftgate does not operate, REFER to Diagnostic Routine A: The Power Liftgate Is Inoperative Diagnostic Routine A.

Verify no objects/obstructions are present between, below, in front or in back of the seats.
- Select BOTH using the seat control switch. Operate the seats to each position (NORMAL, STOW and FOLD) allowing the seats to complete each selection.
- If only the LH (Left Hand) seat does not operate correctly, REFER to Diagnostic Routine A: Seat Latch Motor and Latch Switch Functional Test - LH Diagnostic Routine A.
- If only the RH (Right Hand) seat does not operate correctly, REFER to Diagnostic Routine B: Seat Latch Motor and Latch Switch Functional Test - RH Diagnostic Routine B.
- If both seats are inoperative or both seats move but neither seat correctly obtains all the selected positions, REFER to Diagnostic Routine H: The Power Seat is Inoperative, Does Not Operate Correctly - Both Rear Diagnostic Routine H.
- If both seats operate to each selected position correctly, continue to the following step.

- Check the operation of each seat separately for each position (NORMAL, STOW and FOLD) allowing the seats to complete each selection.
- If only the LH (Left Hand) seat does not operate correctly, REFER to Diagnostic Routine A: Seat Latch Motor and Latch Switch Functional Test - LH Diagnostic Routine A.
- If only the RH (Right Hand) seat does not operate correctly, REFER to Diagnostic Routine B: Seat Latch Motor and Latch Switch Functional Test - RH Diagnostic Routine B.
- If both seats operate to each selected position correctly, the system is operating correctly at this time. CHECK for causes of an intermittent concern such as loose, corroded or disconnected connectors, or pinched or damaged wiring and REPAIR as necessary.

Symptom Chart