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Old May 16, 2025 | 11:22 AM
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1999 convertible. Driver's seat frozen all the way forward. I'm 6-0 can't get in. How to get it moving?
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1999 convertible. Driver's seat frozen all the way forward. I'm 6-0 can't get in. How to get it moving?
Have you checked the fuses?
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Have you checked the fuses?
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ok.. will you be doing the troubleshooting a repairs yourself. Do you have a DMM, test light, etc?
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It is possible to move it with a power drill. There is a process for it in the service manual. It involves pulling the seat motor and using the drill to move an adjuster on both sides of the seat.
Process starts on about page 15 of this pdf.

I'd try addressing any codes before you start tearing stuff apart.
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