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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SL

3.0L I6RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor499Torque3658Fluid7DTC698Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
B0083low severityBody

Driver Seat Lumbar Motor Circuit

on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.0L I6 · RWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the driver seat lumbar support motor circuit.

Symptoms

  • Lumbar support not adjusting
  • No response from lumbar switch
  • Motor noise but no movement

Common causes

  • Faulty lumbar motor
  • Switch failure
  • Wiring damage
  • Air bladder leak (pneumatic type)

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test lumbar switch
  2. Apply direct power to motor
  3. Inspect wiring
  4. Check air bladder if pneumatic system

Repair notes

Replace lumbar motor or switch. For pneumatic systems, check air bladder and pump.

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