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Seat Occupant Classification Module - Air Bag: Service and Repair




Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM)

NOTE: Power seat shown, manual seat similar.











Removal and Installation

NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch 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 passenger seat. For additional information, refer to Seats.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. NOTICE: Make sure to remove all metal chips from the Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) and the surrounding areas after drilling out the rivets. Failure to follow this instruction may result in component damage and/or system failure.

Drill out the 2 rivets and remove the Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM).

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

5. If installing a new OCSM, carry out the system reset procedure. For additional information, refer to Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) System Reset Programming and Relearning in the General Procedures portion.