Seat Occupancy Sensor

A seat occupancy detection mat is installed in the seat cushion of the passenger seat. The sensor mat is identical to the mats used in previous models for the MRS systems. The sensor system consists of pressure sensors that use an electronic evaluation unit (SBE) to detect whether there is weight on the seat.

When a weight (such as a passenger) is added to the seat, the system recognizes the seat as occupied. The electronic evaluation unit of the seat occupation mat is connected to the SBSR satellite.

The information regarding seat occupation is required for activation of the following functions:

• Airbag activation
• Activation of the seatbelt tensioners