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B1996: B1996: Seat Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
on 2019 Ford F150 PICKUP
Fix Cost
$100 - $300
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Your Vehicle
2019 Ford
F150 PICKUP
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📖 What Does B1996 Mean on 2019 Ford F150 PICKUP?
The seat position sensor circuit has malfunctioned, preventing the vehicle's computer from accurately detecting the seat's position.
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Symptoms
- • Seat not moving properly
- • seat position not detected
- • seat warning light on
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Common Causes
- • Faulty seat position sensor
- • wiring issue
- • seat actuator malfunction
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How to Fix B1996 on 2019 Ford F150 PICKUP
1. Disconnect battery to reset system, 2. Check and clean seat position sensor, 3. Replace faulty sensor or actuator if necessary
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B1996
B1994
Sequential Code
B1994: Door Locks Malfunction
Medium
B1995
Sequential Code
B1995: Power Window Relay Circuit Malfunction
Medium
B1997
Sequential Code
B1997: Exterior Lighting Malfunction
Medium
B1998
Sequential Code
B1998: Immobilizer System Malfunction
High
💡 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