Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Heated Seats Description and Operation
- Heated Seat Components
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The driver and passenger heated seats each consist of the following components:
- Left heated seat switch
- Right heated seat switch
- HVAC control module
- Seat heating control module
- Seat cushion heating element
- Seat back heating element
- Seat cushion temperature sensor
Note:
The passenger seat block diagram is identical to the driver seat.
- Heated Seat Block Diagram
K29 Seat Heating Control Module E14C Seat Heating Element - Passenger Back E14D Seat Heating Element - Passenger Cushion E14A Seat Heating Element - Driver Back E14B Seat Heating Element - Driver Cushion K33 HVAC Control Module
- Heated Seat Operation
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The driver and passenger heated seats are controlled by a single seat heating control module that is located under the driver seat cushion. Both heated seats are controlled by separate heated seat switches that are located in the HVAC control. When a heated seat switch is pressed, a serial data message is sent from the HVAC control to the HVAC control module indicating the heated seat command. The HVAC control module then serves as a gateway to transmit the message to the seat heating control module via the serial data line. In response to this signal, the seat heating control module applies battery positive voltage through the element supply voltage circuit to the appropriate seat heating elements. The seat heating control module then sends a serial data message back to the HVAC control module to gateway the information to the HVAC control to either illuminate or turn off the appropriate temperature indicator.
- Temperature Regulation
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When the engine ON, the heated seats will initialize in the OFF state. With each activation of the heated seat switch, the seat heating control module will cycle ON and OFF.
The seat heating control module monitors the seat temperature through the temperature sensor signal circuit and the temperature sensor (thermistor) that is located in the seat cushion. The temperature sensor is a variable resistor, it's resistance changes as the temperature of the seat changes. When the temperature sensor resistance indicates to the seat heating control module that the seat has reached the desired temperature, the module opens the ground path of the seat heating elements through the heated seat element control circuit. The module will then cycle the element control circuit open and closed in order to maintain the desired temperature.
- Load Shed Management
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The electrical power management function is designed to monitor the vehicle electrical load and determine when the battery is potentially in a high discharge condition. The heated seat system is one of the vehicle loads that is subject to reduction during a battery discharge condition. For more information on load management refer to Electrical Power Management Description and Operation.
Heated Seat Control Module Programming and Setup
The seat heating control module must be programmed with the proper calibration
software. The module stores and utilizes this information however if it is not properly
configured with the correct c ...
Seats
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Other materials:
Front Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See the Maintenance
Schedule for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts.
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Body Rear Seat Back Trim Panel Replacement (with AMA/AM7)
Body Rear Seat Back Trim Panel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement.
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Body Rear Seat Back Trim Pane ...
Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate
repair procedure
Note: Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately
to prevent system contamination.
Cap or tape the A/C refrigerant components.
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