2001 V70XC - Front Seat Replacement Topic is solved

[goldxc70]

Is there a way to test the working of motors on donor seat on the bench?

I tested donor seats with a battery and crocodile leads. Made sure that all mothors were working and then went ahead with transplant. I might still have some bits and pieces around if anybody wants them - just let me know. I definitely have a driver seat side airbag lying around.

[xHeart]

Three motors, one for moving front and back, one for tilt, and third for up and down. Is the motor for backrest separate from this set of three?

[xHeart]

Successfully replaced both front seats. It feels relatively firm than previous -- a placebo effect may be.

All motors are turning and electronic seat controller works. Driver's seat controller is inactive when key in ignition, however it operates with kay out -- normal?

[xHeart]

The driver's seat controller will take a reading of instruction manual.

Meanwhile, an hour long vacuuming of floor carpet and under the seats, and then a treatment with Lexol leather cleaner and conditioner is making the upholstery look and feel fresh, both front and rear. It brings out Volvo interior aroma.

[xHeart]

Found this:

From the 2002 V70 manual

Ignition Key

Passenger seat :
The seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II.

Driver's seat: the seat can be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II. It can also be adjusted in the following circumstances:
1. Within 40 seconds of the ignition key being turned to the position 0 or removed from the ignition switch.
2. After you have unlocked the driver's door with the key or remote control, the driver's seat can be adjusted during a 10-minute period if the door remains open. If the door is closed, the seat can be adjusted for 40 seconds . The ignition key can be in position 0 or not yet inserted in the ignition switch.

So...unlock the car with the remote and leave the door open for adjustment.