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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPLORER AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONSEATING - MEMORYCOMPONENT DESCRIPTION
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5L
Component Description
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Component Description
Seating - Memory
Component Description
Driver Seat Module (DSM)
The driver seat control switch and memory power seat motors are hard-wired to the DSM (Driver Seat Module). The DSM (Driver Seat Module) controls the operation of the memory power seat. The DSM (Driver Seat Module) communicates on the MS-CAN (Medium Speed Controller Area Network). PMI (Programmable Module Installation) must be carried out using a scan tool when installing a new DSM (Driver Seat Module).
Memory Set Switch
The memory set switch assembly contains 3 momentary contact switches. It is hard-wired to the DSM (Driver Seat Module) and is used to recall 1 of 3 memory positions stored in the DSM (Driver Seat Module).
Seat Control Switch
The seat control switch is hard-wired to the DSM (Driver Seat Module) which controls seat operation.
Seat Track
The seat track contains 3 bi-directional motors which are integral to the seat track assembly. Each seat track motor contains a Hall-effect sensor which provides seat track position information to the DSM (Driver Seat Module) for setting/obtaining desired preset seat memory positions. The seat track motors move the power seat forward/backward and up/down depending on the polarity of voltage supplied from the DSM (Driver Seat Module).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.