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Seat Position Sensor

NOTE: Manual seat shown in illustration, power seat similar.
Fig 1: Identifying Seat Position Sensor With Locking Clip And Electrical Connector
G07944046Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 - Seat position sensor locking clip (part of 14B416)
2 14B416 Seat position sensor
3 - Electrical connector (part of 14C719)
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition is ON.
NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
  1. Remove the driver seat. For additional information, refer to SEATING article.
  2. Disconnect the seat position sensor electrical connector.
  3. Push the tab ends inward to release the seat position sensor locking clip.

    Slide the seat position sensor forward to release the 2 hooks from the bracket and remove the seat position sensor.

    Fig 2: Locating Seat Position Sensor Bracket Hooks
    G07944047Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  5. Install the driver seat. For additional information, refer to SEATING article.