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2016 LINCOLN MKX

3.7L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
7 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor1186Torque10627Fluid15DTC1914Battery0Maintenance0Recalls7
B0083low severityBody

Driver Seat Lumbar Motor Circuit

on 2016 Lincoln MKX 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

  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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