Porsche Seat Weight Sensor Reset
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What it does
- Resets and calibrates the driver or passenger seat weight sensor
- Ensures correct detection of occupant weight for airbag deployment
- Updates system after seat or sensor replacement
When it is required
- After seat weight sensor replacement
- After control unit replacement affecting the airbag system
- After collision or seat repairs
- When airbag warning lights or fault codes are present
Conditions that must be met
- Vehicle stationary
- Ignition ON
- Stable battery voltage
- Diagnostic tool connected
- No occupant on the seat during reset
What happens during reset
- Stored sensor values are erased
- Sensor zero point is recalibrated
- Airbag system relearns occupant weight reference
- Fault codes are cleared if present
If reset is not performed
- Incorrect airbag deployment risk
- Airbag warning light may remain active
- Occupant classification may be inaccurate
- Safety system may not operate correctly
After reset
- Verify seat weight sensor values in live data
- Test airbag system readiness
- Confirm no warning lights remain
- Ensure proper occupant detection functionality
Coverage in PoCOM