Occupant Classification System (OCS)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lincoln MKX and 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The 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 airbag, passenger seat side airbag and pretensioner. The OCS is comprised of an OCSM and 2 OCS weight sensor bolts that are mounted to the inboard rail of the seat track. The OCSM is mounted to an electrical bracket underneath the seat cushion pan and can be serviced separately. The OCSM sends information concerning the weight of any occupant or object on the front passenger seat to the RCM via the HS-CAN . The RCM uses this information in determining if the passenger airbag is to be deployed in the event of a crash.

The OCS is also used for operation of the passenger Belt-Minder®. For additional 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.