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2009 MAZDA TRIBUTE

2.5L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0081low severityBody

Driver Power Seat Motor Circuit

on 2009 Mazda Tribute 2.5L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the driver power seat motor circuit.

Symptoms

  • Power seat not moving
  • Seat stuck in position
  • Blown fuse

Common causes

  • Burnt out seat motor
  • Wiring damage
  • Switch failure
  • Blown fuse

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuse
  2. Test seat switch
  3. Test motor
  4. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Replace seat motor or switch. Check fuse first.

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