4 Runner Limited 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Reclining Motor Operation
INSPECT RECLINING MOTOR OPERATION
NOTE: (#) = Passenger's Seat.
1. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 2 (1) and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1(2) and check that the motor turns
counterclockwise.
2. Reverse the polarity, check that the motor turns clockwise.
If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.
INSPECT RECLINING MOTOR PTC THERMISTOR OPERATION
NOTE: (#) = Passenger's Seat.
Reclining Motor PTC Thermistor Operation
1. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 1(2), the positive (+) lead from the ammeter to terminal 2 (1), and the negative (-) lead to
battery negative (-) terminal, and recline the seat back to the most forward position.
2. Continue to apply voltage, check the current changes to less than 1 ampere within 4 to 90 seconds.
Reclining Motor PTC Thermistor Operation
3. Disconnect the lead from terminals.
4. Approximately 60 seconds later, connect the positive (+) lead from battery to terminal 2 (1) and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1(2), check that
the seat back starts to fall backwards.
If operation is not as specified, replace the motor.