LW2 V6-3.0L VIN R (2000)
6.
Remove seat back cover. (Refer to "Front Seat Back Frame/Pad/Cover" removal procedure in the Seats section of the 2001 L-Series
Body/Electrical Volume II Service Manual.)
7.
Inspect for wire damage in the following area.
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If wire damage is present and vehicle VIN is YY605292 or before proceed to step 8.
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If wire damage is present and vehicle VIN is YY605293 or later skip to wire repair procedure in this bulletin.
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If no wire damage is present. (Refer to "Diagnostics" in the Seats section of the 2001 L-Series Body/Electrical Volume II Service Manual.)
8.
Inspect weld for the recliner motor mount bushing to seat frame.
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If weld is broken seat back frame replacement is necessary. (Refer to "Front Seat Back Frame/Pad/Cover" removal procedure in the Seats
section of the 2001 L-Series Body/Electrical Volume II Service Manual.)
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If weld is intact continue to wire repair procedure in this bulletin.
Wire Repair Procedure:
9.
Cut damaged wire(s) at location of chafe or pinch.
10.
Remove insulation from both ends of cut wire. Recommended strip length is 9.5 mm (3/8 in.). Caution must be used when stripping wire to
prevent cutting wire strands. Locate new splice a minimum of 40 mm (1.5 in.) from other splices.
IMPORTANT:
With wiring used in Saturn vehicles, it is recommended that approved Packard Crimp and Seal Splice Sleeves (or equivalent) be used.
