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1997 FORD EXPLORER

5.0L V8AWDAUTOMATICgas
12 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor593Torque3759Fluid9DTC683Battery1Maintenance0Recalls12
B0081low severityBody

Driver Power Seat Motor Circuit

on 1997 Ford Explorer 5.0L V8 · AWD

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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