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2009 SUBARU FORESTER

2.5L H4AWDCVTgas
18 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0082low severityBody

Passenger Power Seat Motor Circuit

on 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD

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

  1. Check seat fuse
  2. Test seat switch for continuity
  3. Test motor with direct power
  4. Inspect wiring in seat harness
  5. 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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