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What’s In A Seat
I-CAR · January 28, 2020
Summary
This article highlights the technological evolution of automotive seats from simple comfort features to complex systems containing active headrests, airbags, haptic feedback, heating/cooling elements, and Occupant Classification Systems (OCS). It emphasizes the necessity of identifying, locating, and understanding these concealed components to ensure safe and complete repairs.
What to do on the job
Identify and inspect all advanced seat components—such as active headrests, airbags, haptic feedback, and occupant classification systems—prior to performing any seat-related repairs or replacements.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessary labor time and diagnostic steps required to inspect, test, and calibrate complex seat components (like OCS and airbags) after a collision, proving that modern seats are safety-critical electronic assemblies rather than simple mechanical components.
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