Fix Cost
$100 - $300
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
Moderate
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Category
Body
System
📖 What Does B0156 Mean?
The seat position sensor is not functioning correctly, preventing the seat from moving to the correct position or causing the seat to move unexpectedly.
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Symptoms
- • Seat does not move when adjusted
- • seat moves unexpectedly
- • seat position sensor warning light on dashboard
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Common Causes
- • Faulty seat position sensor
- • wiring issue
- • faulty seat motor
Fix Guide
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Possible Solutions
1. Disconnect battery to reset system, 2. Check and clean seat position sensor, 3. Replace faulty seat position sensor, 4. Check and repair wiring, 5. Replace faulty seat motor
Required Parts
Tools
Multimeter
Torx screwdriver
Pliers
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Need a Pro?
Complex codes like B0156 can be tricky. Don't risk it if you're unsure.
Quick Stats
Severity
Medium
DIY Friendly
No
Est. Time
1-2 hours
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B0156
B0100
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B0100: Seat Position Sensor Malfunction
Medium
B0101
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B0101: Body System Code B0101 - Lighting
Medium
B0102
Same System
B0102: Immobilizer System Malfunction
Medium
B0103
Same System
B0103: Audio System Malfunction
Medium
B0104
Same System
B0104: Airbag System Malfunction
High
B0105
Same System
B0105: Climate Control Blower Motor Fault
Medium
💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system