Occupant Classification System (OCS) Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: To prevent system failure, carry out the OCS reset when a front passenger seat cushion is disassembled, a new trim cover is installed or an OCS service kit is installed. Use scan tool to carry out the OCS reset command.

NOTE: Do not install a new cushion heater mat on the front passenger seat cushion, it is not serviceable separately. If a new cushion heater mat is needed on the front passenger seat, install an OCS service kit equipped with a heater mat. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect operation of the OCS .

Remove the front seat backrest. REFER to SEAT BACKREST .
- For power seats, raise the seat up to its highest point of travel before seat removal.
If equipped, disconnect the cushion heater mat electrical connector.
NOTE: Using excessive force when bending the bracket can damage the OCS sensor housing.

Separate the OCS sensor from the bracket in the following sequence.
- Slide an appropriate tool in the slot between the OCS sensor and bracket.
- Carefully lift the tool end to bend the bracket tab and slide the OCS sensor off the bracket.
Disconnect the OCS sensor electrical connector.
Detach the cushion cover retainers attached to the seat track/cushion frame.
- If equipped with an OE OCS , remove the cushion foam pad and cushion cover.
NOTE: OE OCS shown in illustration, service kit similar.

Detach the OCS front pin-type retainers, lift the assembly and feed the hose and sensor out from between the seat cushion support wires.
Remove the cushion cover from the cushion foam pad.