1998 BMW 328 drivers seat back

1998 BMW 328
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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OHIO BEEEMEN
the electric motor for the seat back drivers side does not move the seat back, it went to the rearward position, and would not return. The switch and motor are functioning. What are some possible causes and /or fix's.
Sep 19, 2009 at 3:04 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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There is a plastic gear in the seat back actuator that fails, the seat can be repaired, do you feel up to the task?
Sep 20, 2009 at 10:29 AM
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OHIO BEEEMEN
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absolutly.
Sep 20, 2009 at 10:36 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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I have sent you a PM with some information so you can acquire the gear or the actuator and then we can proceed.
Sep 20, 2009 at 10:42 AM
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