Occupant Classification System (OCS)

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The Occupant Classification System (OCS) is found only on the front passenger seat. The OCS classifies the size of the front passenger seat occupant and provides this information to the RCM. The RCM uses this information (and other inputs) in determining the deployment strategy of the passenger air bag and pretensioner. The OCS has 2 weight sensor bolts that are mounted to the inboard rail of the seat track and are only serviced with the seat track assembly. The OCSM is mounted to the electrical bracket underneath the seat cushion pan and can be serviced separately from the seat track assembly.

The OCS is also used for operation of the passenger Belt-Minder®. For information on the passenger Belt-Minder® feature, REFER to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM . To deactivate or reactivate the passenger Belt-Minder® feature, REFER to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES or the Owner's Literature.