B0083low severityBody
Driver Seat Lumbar Motor Circuit
on 2000 Volvo S80 2.9L I6 · 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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B0001
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B0001
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B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0002
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B0003
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B0003
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B0004
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B0004
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B0005
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B0005
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