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2000 BMW 528I

2.8L I6 M52RWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor595Torque3503Fluid7DTC683Battery0Maintenance0Recalls1
B0081low severityBody

Driver Power Seat Motor Circuit

on 2000 BMW 528i 2.8L I6 M52 · RWD

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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