65 77 604 Replacing Sensor MAT (CIS MAT) For Front Passenger Seat Occupancy Detector

65 77 604 Replacing sensor mat (CIS mat) for front passenger seat occupancy detector







WARNING:
Note airbag safety regulations.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.







WARNING:
Only US and Canadian version of front passenger seat (with CIS mat):
The CIS mat is bonded to the entire surface of the facing and can only be removed in conjunction with the padding from the seat cover.
If CIS mat or padding is defective, both parts may only be replaced together.
After installation, the CIS mat must be enabled with the BMW programming system.







Procedure for replacing the CIS mat together with the upholstery is described in:
- Remove padding for front seat







The work scope with CIS mat is different for the following work steps:







Loosen the bolting point (1) of the ground cable on the seat pan.







Cut open cable strap (1).
Lift locking tab and pull the connector out of the side of the connector housing.

Installation note:
Replace cable tie (1).
Connector is encoded against incorrect assembly.







Installation note:
Enabling seat occupancy detection (CIS mat):
- Connect BMW programming system
- Encode airbag control unit
- Delete fault memory if necessary