B0083low severityBody
Driver Seat Lumbar Motor Circuit
on 2010 Acura RL 3.7L V6 · AWD
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
- Test lumbar switch
- Apply direct power to motor
- Inspect wiring
- 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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Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0006
Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
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B0011
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