1995 Buick Century Seat belt solenoid question

1995 BUICK CENTURY
85,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FURROD1
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While dealing with a different problem, I noticed that the seatbeat solenoid was very hot, too hot to touch for any length of time - even with the ignition off. Is this normal? If not, what would be the problem? What is the function of this solenoid? There did not appear to be any change in the way the seatbelt worked when I disconnected the electrical connection.[img:34b85ec289]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/210642_buick_seatbelt_1a_1.jpg[/img:34b85ec289]
Jul 7, 2008 at 10:08 AM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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that thing is always hot. real hot. i have never looked into it but i know they are always real hot. is there any problem in that area because we can research it if there is a issue?
Jul 7, 2008 at 6:17 PM
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[quote:7b05af6edd="mastertechtim"]that thing is always hot. real hot. i have never looked into it but i know they are always real hot. is there any problem in that area because we can research it if there is a issue?[/quote:7b05af6edd]


Thanks for the quick reply. It's just that an electrical device that is always on, even when the ignition is off, seems counterintuitive and suspicious. You'd think it would drain the battery, and being constantly so hot, would result in a limited life. I'd be more comfortable with reassembling the door if I knew for certain that this isn't a problem. Do you know what this component is called?
Jul 8, 2008 at 7:21 AM
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hold tight and i will get a electric diagram and answer the question more precise
Jul 8, 2008 at 5:35 PM
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its energized because the door is open. aha, it is normal. shut the door and it will be deenergized. i knew there was a logical explaination. hope this helps


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Jul 8, 2008 at 5:39 PM
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