TOLERANCE STACK Articles

For individuals suffering from chronic back injuries, herniated discs, or other spinal conditions, standard automotive seating can transform daily driving from routine transportation into a painful ordeal. Many seek orthopedic seating solutions that provide the lumbar support, pressure distribution, and ergonomic positioning necessary for comfortable and safe driving.

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 "fold-flat" passenger seat is a distinctive feature found on certain 2nd Generation Toyota Tacoma Access Cab models (2005-2015), including the 2009 model in question. This design allows the passenger seatback to fold forward 90 degrees, creating a flat surface for cargo or a workstation.

This is how we design our mounts to work—with the scheel-mann seat’s mounting boss (the six round metal posts under each seat) dropping into a precision-cut hole. We supply a custom flange bolt that holds everything together from the top. In this setup, the mount carries the side-to-side forces, not the bolt. That keeps the bolt out of shear and makes the entire connection stronger and more secure.

Navigating the intricacies of modern vehicle safety systems reveals a fascinating level of technological sophistication, particularly within Toyota's Occupant Classification System (OCS). Found in vehicles like the Tacoma (2nd and 3rd Gen, 2005-2023), FJ Cruiser, and 4Runner, the passenger seat houses a precisely calibrated array of load-cell sensors – typically four per seat for earlier models and two in the latest – all working in unison.