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Passive Occupant Detection System Overview

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
GWWN69-10273Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Seat Frame
  2. Passive Occupant Detection System Mat
    • Must not be removed from pressure hose -5- and upholstery of front seat cushion -3-
  3. Front Seat Cushion Upholstery
    • Must not be separated from seat occupied recognition mat -2-.
  4. Insertion Profile
    • Note location
  5. Pressure Hose
  6. Passenger Occupant Detection System Control Module -J706-
  7. Front Seat Wiring Harness
  8. Passenger Occupant Detection System Pressure Sensor -G452-