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Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator > < Occupant Classification Sensor - Original Equipment
Supplemental Restraint System - Occupant Classification Sensor - Service Kit Maverick 2005 (08/2004-)
Removal and Installation

Special Tool(s)

Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS)

software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool

 
Item
Part Number
Description
1
Seat cushion assembly
2
Electrical connectors (part of 603B02)
3
Seat cushion bolts

 
Item
Part Number
Description
4
62900
Seat cushion trim cover
5
603B02
Occupant classification sensor (OCS) assembly
6
Seat cushion pan
7
Pressure sensor (part of 603B02)
8
OCS electronic control unit (ECU) (part of 603B02)
9
391950
OCS ECU rivets (2 required) (part of 603B02)

Removal

WARNING:
WARNING:Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING:
WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
WARNING:
WARNING:Do not separate the occupant classification sensor (OCS) system components.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:There are 2 OCS system service kits available for this vehicle base seat and heated seat. The OCS service kits are not interchangeable. Always make sure the correct OCS service kit is installed.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:It is necessary to carry out the OCS system reset when a front passenger seat cushion is disassembled, a new trim cover installed, or an OCS service kit is installed. A scan tool is used to trigger the active command to carry out the OCS system reset.
NOTE:
NOTE:The heated seat element on the front passenger seat cushion is not serviceable separately. If a new heated seat element is needed on the front passenger seat cushion, a new OCS service kit equipped with a heated seat element must be installed.
NOTE:
NOTE:OCS system components (seat cushion foam pad, bladder with pressure sensor and electronic control unit) are calibrated to each other and are serviced as an assembly. The OCS system components are not to be installed separately. If a new OCS system, OCS system component or seat cushion foam pad are needed, a new OCS system service kit (seat cushion foam pad, bladder with pressure sensor and electronic control unit) must be installed as an assembly.
NOTE:
NOTE: To identify between a production OCS system and a service OCS system (OCS service kit) inspect the electronic control unit (ECU) electrical connector. A production OCS system allows the disconnect of the ECU electrical connector. A service OCS system (OCS service kit) has the ECU electrical connector glued to the ECU. It cannot and should not be disconnected or altered.
NOTE:
NOTE:If removing an OEM OCS, refer to the appropriate procedure in this section.
NOTE:
NOTE:The seat wiring harness will be reused. The OCS service kit connector connects to the seat wiring harness ECU connector. The pressure sensor seat wiring harness connector will be left unplugged and secured by a tie strap.
NOTE:
NOTE:The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a SRS fault.
NOTE:
NOTE:The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE:
NOTE:Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.
  1. Depower the system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering.
  1. Remove the passenger seat. For additional information, refer to Section 501-10 Seating.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:The seat wiring harness will be reused.
    Disconnect the electrical connector(s) and wiring clips.
    1. Disconnect the seat wire harness occupant classification sensor (OCS) electrical connector from the service part OCS electrical connector.
    1. Release the 2 wiring clips on the wiring harness from the cushion pan.
    1. If equipped with heated seats, disconnect the heated seat module electrical connector, release the wiring clip on the wiring harness from the cushion pan, and disconnect the 2 cushion element electrical connectors.
  1. Remove the 4 seat cushion bolts retaining the seat cushion to the seat track.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:While positioning the seat cushion pan and occupant classification sensor assembly, be careful not to damage any of the components. Failure to do so can result in component failure.
    Remove the seat cushion and pan assembly.
    • To aid in removal, recline the seat.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Use care when separating the seat upholstery from the hook-and-loop strip, or the hook-and-loop strip can be torn from the seat cushion foam pad.
    Detach the seat cushion trim cover J-clips from the seat cushion pan and remove the seat cushion trim cover.

  1. Bend the retaining tab away from the pressure sensor, then slide the pressure sensor off the bracket.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Care must be taken to prevent damage to the seat cushion pan when removing the rivets.
    Remove the 2 rivets and detach OCS electronic control unit (ECU) from the seat cushion pan.

  1. Remove the OCS.
    • Pull all the OCS components (hose, pressure sensor, wire harness, ECU and connectors) through the seat cushion pan opening.

Installation

  1. Bend the retaining tab back on the pressure sensor component bracket.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Inspect the occupant classification sensor assembly, seat cushion pan and support assembly for any foreign objects before installing the occupant classification sensor assembly to the seat cushion pan. If any foreign objects are found, remove them. Failure to do so may result in personal injury, in the event of an air bag deployment.
    CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Failure to route the seat occupant classification sensor components through the correct seat cushion support opening can cause component failure.
    CAUTION:
    CAUTION:While positioning the seat cushion pan and occupant classification sensor assembly, be careful not to damage any of the components. Failure to do so can result in component failure.
    Feed the OCS service kit components (hose, pressure sensor, ECU, wire harness, and connectors) through the seat cushion pan opening.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:When installing a service part occupant classification sensor, the seat wire harness pressure sensor electrical connector is not used.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:Make sure the pressure sensor hose is not kinked during installation.
    Install the OCS components to the seat cushion pan.
    1. Install the pressure sensor onto the seat cushion pan bracket, making sure the retaining tab is completely engaged.
      • 1. When installed correctly, an audible click will be heard and the pressure sensor will not be able to be removed from its bracket without disengaging the retaining tab.

    1. Slide the ECU into the seat cushion pan bracket.
      • 1. The ECU must be correctly positioned and securely fastened in place. Failure to do so can set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) in the restraints control module (RCM).

    1. Install the rivets.

  1. Attach the seat cushion trim cover J-clips to the seat cushion pan.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:While positioning the seat cushion pan and occupant classification sensor assembly, be careful not to damage any of the components. Failure to do so can result in component failure.
    Position the seat cushion and pan assembly to the seat track.
    • To aid in installation, recline the seat.
  1. Install the 4 seat cushion bolts retaining the seat cushion to the seat track.
    • Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Do not tie strap any wiring to the OCS bladder and pressure sensor hose.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:The seat wiring harness will be reused.
    Connect the electrical connector(s) and wiring clips.
    1. Connect the seat wire harness OCS electrical connector to the service part OCS electrical connector.
    1. Install the 2 wiring clips on the wiring harness to the cushion pan.
    1. If equipped with heated seats, connect the heated seat module electrical connector, install the wiring clip on the wiring harness to the cushion pan, and connect the 2 cushion element electrical connectors.
    1. Tie strap the unused seat wire harness pressure sensor electrical connector safely aside.
    1. Tie strap all loose wire harnesses and electrical connectors safely aside.
  1. Install the passenger seat into the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 501-10 Seating.
  1. Repower the system. Do not prove out the system at this time. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Make sure the seat is completely assembled before carrying out the OCS system reset.
    CAUTION:
    CAUTION:The following precautions must be taken before carrying out the OCS system reset:
    • Make sure the OCS system components are connected and no faults are present.
    • Make sure the OCS system is not at a temperature below 0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F) when initiating the OCS system reset process. If the vehicle has been exposed to extreme cold or hot temperatures, the vehicle must be exposed and kept at a temperature within the limits, 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) for a minimum of 30 minutes.
    • Make sure nothing is present on the passenger seat before carrying out the OCS system reset and nothing is placed on the seat during the process.
    • Make sure a minimum 8-second time period has passed after cycling the ignition switch ON before carrying out the OCS system reset process.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:For best results, the OCS system should be at or near room temperature, 10°C to 29°C (50°F to 85°F).
    NOTE:
    NOTE:If the first attempt to carry out the OCS system reset is unsuccessful, a second attempt must be made.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:The ignition switch must be cycled after the OCS system reset.
    Carry out the OCS system reset active command using the scan tool.
    • With the front passenger seat empty, use a scan tool to trigger the active command.
  1. Prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS) as follows:
    Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the key back to ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator with the air bag modules installed. The air bag indicator will light continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turn off. If an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault is present, the air bag indicator will:
    - fail to light.
    - remain lit continuously.
    - flash.
    The flashing might not occur until approximately 30 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned from the OFF to the ON position. This is the time required for the restraints control module (RCM) to complete the testing of the SRS. If the air bag indicator is inoperative and a SRS fault exists, a chime will sound in a pattern of 5 sets of 5 beeps. If this occurs, the air bag indicator and any SRS fault discovered must be diagnosed and repaired.
    Clear all continuous DTCs from the restraints control module using a scan tool.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:When installing a new occupant classification sensor, a prepaid return postcard is provided with the new occupant classification sensor. The serial number for the new part and the vehicle identification number (VIN) must be recorded and sent to Ford Motor Company.
    Fill out the necessary information on the OCS traceability card and return it along with the complete inoperative OCS to Ford Motor Company.
    • When returning the inoperative OCS, include the following: seat cushion foam pad, bladder, electronic control unit, pressure sensor (transducer), hose, electrical connectors and wire harness (service part OCS only).

Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator > < Occupant Classification Sensor - Original Equipment