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May 12, 2010 | 12:04 PM

relic99

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Seat control problem

I purchased a 99 vert about a year ago for my wife. I found that the seat controls for the driver seat don't all function as intended. The seat moves front to back and up and down but the other controls don't work. I hear the motor running but the air bags do not inflate and adjust the seat. The previous owner was a large guy and the bolster showed a bit more wear than I expected after only 17500 miles. What's broken and how can I fix it? Passenger side is OK. I am considering replacing the seat covers and perhaps repairing the problem at that time. I am a Di**, saw the answer in another thread. Thanks Please remove.

Last edited by relic99; May 12, 2010 at 12:22 PM. Reason: found answers in thread.

May 12, 2010 | 03:45 PM

dougbfresh

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The nipples on the bladder inside the seat is know to break, do a search-a few guys have fixed the nipple or replaced the bladder with a blood pressure band for a fraction of the price of a new bladder.

May 13, 2010 | 07:26 AM

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Thanks for the information. This site is a great benefit for vette owners. Thanks

Oct 20, 2019 | 11:33 AM

frankckb

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Thanks for the information. This site is a great benefit for vette owners. Thanks

Call Lyle at C&S Corvette toll free in Sarasota Fl. This is one of his specialties. He also has videos of this DIY fix on you tube

Oct 20, 2019 | 02:55 PM

STRMLNE

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If it’s all of the airbags that won’t inflate, it could be the pump. Seems unlikely that the all four airbags would break. Nevertheless, I second Lyle at c&s. Watch his YouTube video on how to break down the seats. You can likely diagnose the problem yourself. If you decide to replace the leather be sure and get new foam too (corvette America is a favorite on this forum).

Oct 20, 2019 | 06:24 PM

Rick369

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You know you are responding to a 9 year old thread. OP probably fixed it long ago and good possibility he doesn’t own the car anymore.

Oct 20, 2019 | 06:35 PM

STRMLNE

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You know you are responding to a 9 year old thread. OP probably fixed it long ago and good possibility he doesn’t own the car anymore.

maybe someone other than the op will come across this thread and it will be helpful. There is such a thing as a search on this forum. Relax, pal.

Oct 20, 2019 | 06:50 PM

Rick369

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The OP never gave an update on what resolved his problem 9 years ago. I am very relaxed but thank you for offering that recommendation.

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Oct 20, 2019 | 07:03 PM

STRMLNE

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The OP never gave an update on what resolved his problem 9 years ago. I am very relaxed but thank you for offering that recommendation.

no worries. You seem like an inherently angry person who spreads negativity on the internet. I’m glad this forum is a venting mechanism for you. Cheers mate!

Oct 20, 2019 | 07:07 PM

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Rick369

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Not an angry person at all and positive 99% all the time. You are the one that seems to have a problem. Why don’t you start your own thread regarding this issue if you have all the answers.

Oct 20, 2019 | 07:13 PM

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STRMLNE

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Not an angry person at all and positive 99% all the time. You are the one that seems to have a problem. Why don’t you start your own thread regarding this issue if you have all the answers.

I dont even know what any of that means, buddy. Relax. I hope you have a good Sunday evening. A lot of people on this forum respond to posts no matter the date in order to help others. That is the point of the forum. Others, like you, spread negativity and thats ok. We support you too. Ill make a note of your handle and whenever you seek help from this forum, I will try and help you to the best of my ability. Afterall, we both own the same car and a great color too!!! Lighten up pal!!

Oct 20, 2019 | 07:56 PM

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Rick369

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Sorry if I offended you. This forum is great and I have enjoyed it immensely and have learned a lot through the contributions of many on this forum. Hope you have a great Sunday evening and many days to come. Cheers!

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