B00CB

Code

Generic B — Body

Passenger Seat Occupant Position Sensor E

Brand: Generic

Type: B — Body

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Intermittent or open/shorted wiring between sensor and occupant classification module (OCM)
Poor connector contact or corrosion at the seat sensor connector
Failed occupant position sensor (internal fault)
Faulty occupant classification/airbag control module or software glitch
Improper seat installation, damage to seat frame or sensor mounting
Water intrusion or physical damage to the sensor or harness

Record freeze frame and all airbag/occupant-classification related DTCs from the diagnostic tool
Visually inspect passenger seat area: seat tracks, connectors under seat, sensor mounting, signs of water or damage
Verify connector is fully seated; inspect for bent, corroded or pushed‑out pins
With ignition ON (or following manufacturer test procedure) measure reference and ground at the sensor connector
Perform wiggle test of the seat wiring while monitoring live data/voltage to reproduce the fault
Check for required post-repair or calibration procedures (service bulletins)

Reference supply: typically 5 V reference (verify exact spec for vehicle) at sensor connector with ignition ON
Sensor signal: variable voltage (commonly ~0.5–4.5 V depending on position) or resistance that changes as seat/weight/position changes — should be stable and change smoothly when seat/occupant moves
Ground:
Open circuit: infinite/very high resistance between sensor and module pins
Short to power: signal near battery voltage (~12 V) or short to ground: signal near 0 V

Read and record all related airbag/occupant classification DTCs and freeze frame data with a capable scanner
Follow SRS safety procedures before working on seat/airbag components (disable airbag system per manufacturer instructions)
Visually inspect sensor, harness, and connectors for damage, corrosion, or water intrusion; repair or secure as needed
Check connector pin condition and continuity: disconnect connector and measure reference voltage, signal, and ground at harness side with connectors mated/unmated as appropriate
Measure sensor output while moving the seat or occupant weight distribution (if safe) to confirm smooth changing signal; look for intermittent dropouts
Perform continuity/resistance tests between sensor connector and occupant classification module to detect opens/shorts – repair wiring as required
If wiring and connectors are good, replace suspect sensor (Seat Occupant Position Sensor E) and retest
If replacement does not clear fault, test/replace occupant classification or airbag control module per manufacturer instructions and perform required calibrations/relearns
Clear codes and perform final confirmation test drive or occupant changes to ensure code does not return