Fix Cost
$100 - $500
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
Moderate
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
✅ Yes
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Category
Body
System
📖 What Does B0196 Mean?
The B0196 code indicates a malfunction in the seat switch circuit, which controls the position and function of the vehicle's seats.
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Symptoms
- • Seat not moving
- • seat not locking
- • seat not adjusting
- • unusual seat behavior
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Common Causes
- • Faulty seat switch
- • wiring issue
- • seat motor malfunction
- • faulty seat control module
Fix Guide
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Possible Solutions
1. Disconnect battery to reset seat system. 2. Check and clean seat switch contacts. 3. Inspect and repair or replace wiring as needed. 4. Test seat motor and replace if faulty. 5. Update seat control module software if necessary.
Required Parts
Tools
multimeter
wire tester
screwdrivers
wrench
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Quick Stats
Severity
Medium
DIY Friendly
Yes
Est. Time
1-2 hours
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B0196
B0100
Same System
B0100: Seat Position Sensor Malfunction
Medium
B0101
Same System
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