B0061high severityBody
Passenger Seat Occupancy Classification
on 2016 Lincoln MKX 3.7L V6 · AWD
What this code means
The passenger seat occupancy classification system is reporting an incorrect or out-of-range value.
Symptoms
- Passenger airbag OFF indicator behaves erratically
- Airbag light on
- Airbag may not deploy for passenger
- Small adult may trigger child classification
Common causes
- Faulty occupant classification sensor (OCS)
- Seat foam deterioration above sensor
- Heavy object on seat confusing sensor
- Wiring issue under seat
- Aftermarket seat cover interfering
Diagnostic steps
- Scan SRS codes
- Check seat occupancy sensor readings with scan tool
- Remove aftermarket seat covers
- Inspect wiring under seat
- Test sensor mat response with known weight
Repair notes
Replace occupant classification sensor mat. Remove aftermarket seat covers that may affect sensor readings.
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B0001
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B0002
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B0002
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B0003
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B0003
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B0004
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B0004
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B0005
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B0005
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