HOW-TO: SVT Heated Seat Switch Fix

[OrangeSVTguy]

Originally Posted by trevorx3

I lost one of the metal springs while trying to fix it. It presumably flew off somewhere when I was bending it. Anyway, I can't find it. What can I use as a replacement or will I have to end up just buying a new switch from Ford?

Edit: not a traditional spring, just the metal piece that you recommended making more springy again

You might be screwed .

[trevorx3]

Originally Posted by OrangeSVTguy

You might be screwed .

I went in and ordered a passenger switch for $22. I'm going to use the two 'broken' switches to salvage one usable one and I should be good to go.

Thanks for the write up.

[yellowsvtzx5]

worked like a charm one stayed on all the time and was unplugged, the other worked but you had to hold your tongue just right to get it to shut off! fixed both. the tension adjustment is the key! great info.

[veronaqueen]

thanks a bunch! This'll be much easier than trying to drive from my working passenger-side heated seat.

[OrangeSVTguy]

Originally Posted by veronaqueen

thanks a bunch! This'll be much easier than trying to drive from my working passenger-side heated seat.

Lol. Not to mention much safer Glad it worked out for you!

[TommyTooHi]

Done, these posts are what make forums great! Thanks, Orange car dude!
The passenger side had been inop for a while, but when MY side stopped it was time.

If I can add a couple observations...
The flat bladed 'switch' pops up with a bit of force to get the ears UP out of the mounts, be gentle but firm.
Popping them back in needs care to keep the 'tongue' in the slot at the back contact (20/20 my finger! Need 20/40 is more like it!)
When testing, before re-assembly, I found that a couple fingernails on opposing corners to evenly apply downward pressure to the movable bits on the top allowed verification of the 'click'.
The white lever's 'tit' actuates the switch, and should alternate sides of the 'pip' on the switch you just put back in.

Thanks again,

-T_T

[toxic_waste]

tried this fix for my passenger window switch & it works great, thanks