Sable AWD V6-3.5L (2008)
CAUTION: To prevent system failure, it is necessary to carry out the occupant classification sensor (OCS) system reset when a front passenger
seat cushion is disassembled, a new trim cover installed or an OCS system service kit is installed. A scan tool is used to carry out the OCS
system reset command.
NOTE:
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The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the restraint control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal
operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
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The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
All seats
1. Remove the front seat.
2. If driver power seat, remove the power seat track.
3. If equipped, pull out and remove the manual recliner handle.
4. If passenger power seat, remove the seat control switch knob.
5. If equipped with 2-way power seat track, remove the rear screw and separate the side shield.
6. If equipped with manual seats, remove the rear screw and side shield.
7. If equipped with 2-way power seat track, remove the seat control switch and side shield.
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Disconnect the seat control switch electrical connector.
8. Release the cushion trim cover J-clip at the back of the trim cover.
9. Release the hook-and-loop strip at the rear of the cushion trim cover.
10. If equipped, disconnect the backrest heated seat element electrical connector.
11. Disconnect and separate the side air bag module electrical connector and wire harness from the cushion pan.
12. Drive out the 2 small roll pins holding the backrest adjuster to the latch/backrest.
13. Remove the 2 cushion-to-lower latch/backrest frame bolts and remove the backrest frame.
14. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
15. Install the seat.
16. Repower the SRS. Do not prove out the SRS at this time.
Passenger seat
17. WARNING:
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Install a new occupant classification sensor (OCS) system service kit as a complete assembly. Never install only part of the kit
components. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect operation of the OCS system and increases the risk of serious
personal injury or death in a crash.
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Make sure the front passenger seat repair is complete, the seat and all attached components (head restraint, seat side shield, etc.) are
correctly assembled, and the seat is correctly installed to the vehicle before carrying out the System Reset. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in incorrect operation of the occupant classification sensor (OCS) system and increases the risk of serious
personal injury or death in a crash.
CAUTION:
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To prevent system failure, it is necessary to carry out the occupant classification sensor (OCS) system reset when a front passenger
seat cushion is disassembled, a new trim cover installed or an OCS system service kit is installed. A scan tool is used to carry out the
OCS system reset command.
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To prevent system failure the following precautions must be taken before carrying out the occupant classification sensor (OCS)
system reset:
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Make sure the voltage to the OCSM is above 8.0 volts and less than 18.0 volts.
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Make sure the OCS system is not at a temperature below 16°C (42°F) or above 36°C (97°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, 6°C to 36°C (42°F to 97°F) for a minimum of 30 minutes.
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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.
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Make sure a minimum 8-second time period has passed after cycling the ignition switch ON before the carrying out the OCS
system reset process.
NOTE: If the first attempt to carry out the OCS system reset is unsuccessful, a second attempt must be made. If the second attempt to carry out the
OCS system reset is unsuccessful, a new OCS system service kit must be installed.
Carry out the OCS system reset.
18. NOTE: The ignition switch must be cycled after the OCS system reset.
Cycle the ignition switch from ON to OFF.
All seats
