Seat Position Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Seat Position Sensor Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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 restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system 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: Power seat track seat position sensor shown, manual seat track position sensor similar.

Position the front seat to the rearmost and upward position.
Depower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
Disconnect the seat position sensor electrical connector.

WARNING: The tightening torque of the seat position sensor retaining bolt is critical for correct system operation.

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

Remove the bolt and the seat position sensor.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .