Stratus Sedan V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
Seat Heater Control Module: Testing and Inspection
Refer to Wiring Diagrams for the location of complete heated seat system wiring diagrams.
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE
(GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE
PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE
PERSONAL INJURY.
Before testing the heated seat control module, test the heated seat switch 6-way connector located under each front seat for proper voltage supply and
ground path. If testing of the heated seat elements and switch reveals no problems, remove the module as described. Turn the ignition switch ON:
1. Check for battery voltage at the red wire of the heated seat control module connector. If OK go to Step 2. If not OK, check the 20 amp MAXI fuse
located in the Power Distribution Center.
2. Turn the heated seat switch ON and check for 9 - 16.5 volts at the white / black wire of the heated seat control module connector. If OK go to Step
3. If not OK, check the 10 amp fuse in cavity # 11 of the junction block and the 20 amp fuse in cavity # 8 of the power distribution center.
3. Check for 7 - 16.5 volts at the purple wire of the heated seat control module connector. If OK go to Step 4. If not OK, test the heated seat switch
and harness as described in this section.
4. Check for 9 - 16.5 volts at the red I white wire of the heated seat control module connector. The surface temperature at the front seat heating
element sensor must be below the temperature setting (1-6) on the heated seat switch, for the red I white wire to indicate battery voltage. If OK go
to Step 5. If not OK, test the heated seat switch and harness.
5. Check for continuity between a known good ground and the black wire of the heated seat control module connector. If OK replace the heated seat
control module. If not OK, carefully inspect the harness for an open or short.
