TOLERANCE STACK Articles

Modern vehicles are equipped with sophisticated safety systems, including the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), which integrates airbags and sensors for occupant protection. In Toyota trucks and SUVs, the Occupant Classification System (OCS) plays a key role in determining the appropriate response of the front passenger airbag based on occupant characteristics. This system aims to prevent unnecessary or excessive airbag deployment, particularly for children or smaller adul

The Problem: Zero Clearance Several of the seat mounting fasteners are tucked so deep or tight against factory structures that even the most compact torque wrench setups just don’t fit. These aren’t optional hardware either. They’re structural, safety-critical fasteners that directly secure the factory powered slide rails to the seat mount.

The truth is, our bodies weren't designed for hours of sitting in one position, particularly in factory car seats that treat the human spine like a straight line rather than the elegant curve it actually is. Standard car seats, especially as they age and wear, often fail to provide the support our backs desperately need. This isn't just about comfort, it's about preventing real medical problems and managing existing ones.