B0560 code meaning
Driver Power Seat Forward/Back Circuit
What B0560 means
B0560 is not part of the publicly available J2012 lists. GM does use the code: preliminary information PIT5404 for the 2015 Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon and Escalade tells technicians to check B0560 together with B1277, B127C and B127D while chasing active-noise-cancellation drone, but it gives no descriptor, so a seat meaning is not supported there. For the fore/aft seat motor of the title, Saab's 9-3 driver seat module uses B1770: subtype 04 when an output stays below 6 V (or below battery minus 0.7 V in the other direction), 0B above 40 A; memory recall is then disabled. Aisin's US8781691B2 counts Hall pulses from this motor to know the seat's fore-aft position.
B0560 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor1 to 3.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of B0560
- Driver seat does not move forward or backward
- Stored seat positions cannot be recalled
- Seat stops after a short distance or moves in one direction only
Common causes of B0560
- Most likelySeat track blocked by objects or debris, overloading the motor
- PossibleFore/aft motor or its gear drive worn
- PossibleWiring under the seat pinched or connector loose
- Less likelyRelay or driver stage in the seat module faulty
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Driver seat track motorSeat control module
What each part of B0560 means
| B | Body system: airbags, seat belts, power seats, lights and climate control. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 60 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note B0560 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about B0560
What does B0560 mean?
B0560 means "Driver Power Seat Forward/Back Circuit". B0560 is not part of the publicly available J2012 lists. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with B0560?
B0560 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will B0560 fail an emissions test?
B0560 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is B0560 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 1 to 3.5 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will B0560 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.