Code
B2624
Generic
B — Body
Front passenger seat position sensor circuit intermittent
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Causes
- Damaged, chafed or pinched wiring in the seat harness
- Corroded, loose or pushed‑out connector pins at the seat or module
- Poor or intermittent ground or reference voltage (e.g., 5V) to the sensor
- Internal sensor (potentiometer/position sensor) intermittent/failing
- Water/moisture ingress or contamination in connector or sensor
- Aftermarket seat components (heaters, power rails) or previous repairs causing interference
Symptoms
- SRS/airbag warning lamp or occupant classification system warning
- Seat memory or seat position related features not working or intermittent
- Seatbelt reminder or passenger classification messages varying or appearing intermittently
- Diagnostic trouble code B2624 stored (may be stored intermittently)
- Inconsistent live data for seat position (jumping, dropping out)
What to check
- Read stored and pending DTCs and note freeze frame / occurrence conditions
- Visually inspect seat harness, connectors, and routing for damage, corrosion, or loose clips
- Wiggle test harness and connectors while monitoring live data to reproduce the fault
- Check for moisture, debris or signs of previous repairs in connectors and sensor body
- Verify connector pins are fully seated and not pushed back or bent
- Check for related codes (other seat sensors, occupant classification, module faults)
Signal parameters
- Reference supply typically 5 V (verify with service information); should be steady
- Signal type may be variable analog voltage (0–5 V) or variable resistance (potentiometer style) — should change smoothly with seat movement
- Expected resistance range (potentiometer style) commonly in low kΩ range; check OEM spec
- Signal should not drop to open circuit or show intermittent spikes/noise under normal seat travel
- If digital/CAN or LIN output is used, expect stable valid messages from occupant/seat module without intermittent loss
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve and record all DTCs and freeze frame data. Note when/under what conditions the code set (e.g., seat position, ignition state, seat adjustment).
- Inspect connectors at the front passenger seat and associated modules for corrosion, bent pins, water ingress, or loose terminals. Re-seat connectors.
- With a scan tool, monitor live seat position data. Perform a controlled seat adjustment while observing the signal for dropouts, jumps or loss of signal.
- Perform a wiggle test: gently move harness and connectors along routing while monitoring live data to try to reproduce the intermittent condition.
- Measure reference voltage and ground at the sensor connector with ignition on. Compare to manufacturer spec (commonly ~5 V reference).
- Measure sensor signal voltage or resistance at rest and while moving the seat. Look for abrupt changes, open circuits or intermittent behavior. If unknown, consult service manual values.
- If an intermittent open or short is suspected, perform continuity checks from sensor pins to the module harness pins and inspect for high resistance/shorts. Repair any damaged wiring or terminal issues.
- If wiring and connectors test good, disconnect sensor and bench‑check (if removable) or replace sensor with known good unit and confirm fault no longer occurs.
- After repair or component replacement, clear codes and perform full functional test including multiple seat positions and road/ignition cycles to ensure the intermittent condition is resolved.
- If fault persists and wiring and sensor are verified good, consider module/ECU input circuit fault and consult OEM diagnostic procedures or technical service bulletins.
Likely causes
- Corroded or loose connector pin at the seat harness or module
- Wiring damage or chafe in the seat harness (movement area under seat)
- Internal failure of the seat position sensor (wear or intermittent contact)
- Poor ground or intermittent reference supply to sensor
Fault status
Status
Front passenger seat position sensor circuit intermittent — intermittent/open/short or unstable position signal to module.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-3.0 hours
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