Short-Circuit to Ground

Short-circuit to ground

Checking for a short-circuit
If the malfunction is intermittent, it means that the malfunction has been registered at an earlier time but the malfunction no longer remains. Intermittent faults can occur for a number of different reasons. The fault is evaluated depending on how it occurs.
- Check the signal cable between control module terminal #A6 and the seat motor 1. Check for a short-circuit to ground.
- Check the signal cable between control module terminal #A5 and the seat motor 2. Check for a short-circuit to ground.
- Check the signal cable between control module terminal #A4 and the seat motor 3. Check for a short-circuit to ground.
- Check the signal cable between control module terminal #A3 and the seat motor 4. Check for a short-circuit to ground.
- Check the signal cable between control module terminal #A2 and the seat motors. Check for a short-circuit to ground.
Replace the signal cable if a fault is found.
Remedy as necessary.

Other information:
- Electric motor front seat cushion Electric Motor Front Seat Cushion
- Electric motor, backrest rake Electric Motor, Backrest Rake
- Checking wiring and terminals Checking Wiring and Terminals
- Signal specification Signal Specification, Power Seat Module Left (PSL)





Continue - Verification

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Verification









Hint: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.

- Ignition off.
- Reinstall the connectors, components etc.
- Ignition on.
Check that seat operation functions. Move the seat manually in all directions.

Can the seat be operated?

Yes - FAULT FOUND

No - Fault-tracing information

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Fault-tracing information

FAULT-TRACING FAILED - DONE

Attempt New Test - Checking for a short-circuit

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