Seat Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Seat Position Sensor

Removal and Installation

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: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.

NOTE: If a seat equipped with a SRS component is being serviced, the SRS must be depowered.

NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a SRS fault.

NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.

NOTE: The seat track position sensor on a power seat is serviced as an assembly with the power seat track. For additional information, Service and Repair

NOTE: Seat cushion trim cover removed for clarity.

1. Remove the driver seat Service and Repair and depower the system. Service and Repair

2. Disconnect the seat position sensor wiring connector and release the wiring connector retainer from the seat cushion pan.

3. If equipped, remove the seat cushion trim cover elastic strap from around the safety belt buckle pretensioner.

4. NOTE: Note the seat position sensor wire routing for installation.

NOTE: Note the position of the seat position sensor locator tab for installation.

Remove the bolt and the seat position sensor.

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Repower the system. For additional information, Service and Repair