B0082low severityBody
Passenger Power Seat Motor Circuit
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the passenger power seat motor circuit.
Symptoms
- Passenger power seat not moving
- Seat stuck in position
- Blown fuse
- Clicking sound from seat
Common causes
- Burnt out seat motor
- Switch failure
- Wiring damage
- Blown fuse
- Seat track obstruction
Diagnostic steps
- Check seat fuse
- Test seat switch for continuity
- Test motor with direct power
- Inspect wiring in seat harness
- Check for track obstructions
Repair notes
Replace power seat motor or switch. Check fuse first. Inspect for debris in seat tracks.
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