Removing the Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)

Removing The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)





Ignition off.

Disconnect the battery negative lead.





Remove the seat cushion upholstery: Front seat cushion.

Place the seat on its back. Fold up the upholstery. Remove the seat cushion.





Remove:
- the pressure sensor/silicon cushion (1) from the bracket
- the clip/holder (2) for the cable harness.





- the 2 clips.

CAUTION: Remove the clips by pulling the clip straight up. Otherwise there is a risk of silicon leakage.

Remove the pressure sensor/silicon cushion.

CAUTION: Handle the pressure sensor/silicon cushion with care.

Remove:





- the 2 screws under the seat
- the connector at the end mounting
- the connectors from the multi-connector.

Installation

Installing the occupant weight sensor (OWS)





Install the heating element.

Refer to: Heating coil front seat

NOTE: Ensure that the wiring is routed through the holes exactly as illustrated.

CAUTION: Do not pinch the hose from the silicon pad to the pressure sensor during installation.





CAUTION: Do not pinch the hose from the silicon pad to the pressure sensor during installation.





Install:
- the 2 screws. Tighten
- the connector at the end mounting
- the connectors on the multi-connector
- the pressure sensor/silicon cushion on the bracket under the seat. Secure the silicon hose in the clip/holder
- the pressure sensor/silicon cushion using 2 clips
- the seat cushion. Fold down and secure the upholstery.

Refer to: Front seat cushion

- the battery negative lead.

Calibrating the occupant weight sensor (OWS)

WARNING: Calibrate the occupant weight sensor (OWS). See VIDA Car communication.