Driver seat will not go forward

2002 FORD TAURUS
168,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MICHAEL BOWERS
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Seems to be locked in the rear position. Makes a clicking sound when the forward position is pushed. Goes up and down just not forward. Is there a bypass for this until I can purchase and install a new switch?
Mar 13, 2015 at 5:22 AM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

It sounds like the seat motor has locked up or the switch has gone bad or something is stuck in the seat rail. Here are some diagrams to help you check the problem out and get it fixed. You will need to remove the seat in most cases to fix the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/seat-position-switch-replacement

Check out the diagrams (below) Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Dec 19, 2017 at 4:49 PM
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REY-GTS
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Thanks for the information and guide. It was the switch on my car cost me $56.00 for a new one.
Sep 4, 2018 at 2:11 PM
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JALPALCO
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The power seat will move up and down, but not forward and back, looks like no obstructions on tracks. The motor makes noise, and it sounds like it wants to move, but nothing happens. The dome light does not dim when I engage the up and down function, nor when I try to go froward or backward.

Thank you

Sep 4, 2018 at 2:12 PM (Merged)
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The motor needs removed and checked for damage to gears. Also, you may hear the motor running, but it may not have the power to move the seat or the gears are stripped and not moving the seat.
Sep 4, 2018 at 2:12 PM (Merged)