Seat module repair. Do this before anything else!
#42
I read this thread and called Darrel Turner this afternoon - he returned my call within minutes, and reassured me he is indeed still doing this repair and is happy to help. He was very pleasant and professional.
Darrell Turner 1-858-649-9090
darrell@darrellturner.net
Here in 2019 his rack rate is $200 for a repair, so don’t expect the $50 he used to charge years ago when he was first getting started.
Ive pulled this module once before when I had some water get in the car and I think condensation affected the board - my passenger seat had magically moved itself all the way forward, and the seat back had flipped fully forward so it was resting on the dash - it did this by itself in the middle of the night. I cleaned up the edges of the board where it seemed there was some corrosion, and it all worked fine for a couple of years. New problem is seat back will recline but not move forward, so it’s now in full recline which makes it uncomfortable to sit in. I think the board needs more help than I can give it, and Darrell has the skill set.
Cheers, y’all.
Darrell Turner 1-858-649-9090
darrell@darrellturner.net
Here in 2019 his rack rate is $200 for a repair, so don’t expect the $50 he used to charge years ago when he was first getting started.
Ive pulled this module once before when I had some water get in the car and I think condensation affected the board - my passenger seat had magically moved itself all the way forward, and the seat back had flipped fully forward so it was resting on the dash - it did this by itself in the middle of the night. I cleaned up the edges of the board where it seemed there was some corrosion, and it all worked fine for a couple of years. New problem is seat back will recline but not move forward, so it’s now in full recline which makes it uncomfortable to sit in. I think the board needs more help than I can give it, and Darrell has the skill set.
Cheers, y’all.
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DavidYau (06-26-2019)
#43
Recently purchased a 2003 XK8 Convertible.... passenger power seat and both heated seats did not function. I swapped the Passenger seat module with the driver's side.... and the failure followed the module... After much researching here on this very helpful forum.... I decided to tackle this myself... Initially I opened up the module and thought it looked ok.... However a much closer inspection under magnification revealed 2-3 broken traces on the PC board.... in the area all the others here have experienced... and yes they were VERY small breaks... barely noticeable....
Instead of trying to repair the broken traces... I soldered a jumper wire over the traces.... and it worked!!!!.....
Here are pics of my successful repair.... two small pieces of wire and a bit of solder and all of 15 minutes....(be sure to scrape away the PC board coating to get down to the copper ...and a touch of flux is good too).
Conclusion -- the passenger seat functions are all correct. fore/aft, etc, etc. PLUS -- both Passenger and Drivers heated seats function!!!!
Instead of trying to repair the broken traces... I soldered a jumper wire over the traces.... and it worked!!!!.....
Here are pics of my successful repair.... two small pieces of wire and a bit of solder and all of 15 minutes....(be sure to scrape away the PC board coating to get down to the copper ...and a touch of flux is good too).
Conclusion -- the passenger seat functions are all correct. fore/aft, etc, etc. PLUS -- both Passenger and Drivers heated seats function!!!!
If you're thinking of doing this repair...ISO alcohol to clean the PCB, an exacto knife ( to scrape the coating off the traces ), and a magnifying glass or glasses are mandatory. Also suggest an alligator clip to hold the wire down when soldering the wire in place and flat on the PCB. And of course, a small gauge jacketed wire of maybe 3-4 inches.
If you're not somewhat experienced with electronics & PCB soldering, don't have a GOOD soldering iron with a fine tip, and a steady hand...I would suggest having someone else repair it. This would NOT be a good "introduction to electronics soldering " project.
#45
Stealing a ride on a thread, I spoke with Mr Turner Thursday (11/7/19) about my two 'in need of repair seat modules' and we had an entertaining chat. I told him I would email him some Navy photos and photos of my seat modules. I think during our pleasantly long conversation I wrote down his email address incorrectly because I've heard nothing back from him yet. I believe Darrel had told me his email address was dario2rnr@xxxxxxxxxx. I've left off the @ portion in his address which I know was correct. Anyone know if I got the first part right? I'd rather not pester him on the phone for what was likely an error on my side. Any help?
#47
[QUOTE=CatLovr;2089131]I read this thread and called Darrel Turner this afternoon - he returned my call within minutes, and reassured me he is indeed still doing this repair and is happy to help. He was very pleasant and professional.
Darrell Turner 1-858-649-9090
darrell@darrellturner.net
Here in 2019 his rack rate is $200 for a repair, so don’t expect the $50 he used to charge years ago when he was first getting started.
Here's an update for 2020. I spoke with him today and will be sending in my module tomorrow. His current rate is $125, plus $25 for return shipping and handling.
Darrell Turner 1-858-649-9090
darrell@darrellturner.net
Here in 2019 his rack rate is $200 for a repair, so don’t expect the $50 he used to charge years ago when he was first getting started.
Here's an update for 2020. I spoke with him today and will be sending in my module tomorrow. His current rate is $125, plus $25 for return shipping and handling.
#48
My seat module case was broken, and internally maybe other problems. I texted DT for info and was told he did not have cases available, but would exchange out a 'Fixed' module for the above prices. DId not talk with him, but he(and his wife??) sounded very professional. Waiting for the return module to replace questionable one from eBay. Maybe a problem in by switches.
There is a bracket that the module attaches to that can be removed(a la Graham's pix). Module screws bolt up into the bracket. I found it easiest to tilt seat, unbolt the bracket, bolt on the module and re bolt bracket.
I have my unit turned with wires facing to the front. Sometimes get Drv.. air bag inop caution light on dash. Maybe this position is the cause????
There is a bracket that the module attaches to that can be removed(a la Graham's pix). Module screws bolt up into the bracket. I found it easiest to tilt seat, unbolt the bracket, bolt on the module and re bolt bracket.
I have my unit turned with wires facing to the front. Sometimes get Drv.. air bag inop caution light on dash. Maybe this position is the cause????
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