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Zero Point Seat Calibration Using Techstream®
Techstream refers to Toyota's factory diagnostic and reprogramming tool, allowing technicians to access vehicle data, troubleshoot issues

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Mar 22, 20251 min read


Testing Passenger Rails and Tolerance Stack Mounts
This video was done awhile ago but it displays the full functionality of our new Tacoma/FJ Cruiser cross-member design along with the engine

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Mar 19, 20251 min read


Dealing with Rusty Rails in Your Scheel-Mann Vario
So what happens when you commit to your scheel-mann Vario investment to help mitigate your sore back issues on long drives, and you are knee

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Mar 12, 20253 min read


USB Plug/Pass-Thru
Well what if you don't want nor need an outlet? Well that's where this guy comes in. We 3D print these plug/pass-thrus in flexible TPU. Thes

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Mar 11, 20251 min read


2016 Tacoma Seat Rail Removal
When you have made the commitment to upgrade to scheel-mann seats for your 2nd Gen Tacoma (or FJ Cruiser or 4th Gen 4Runner), the first step

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Mar 10, 20251 min read


Video: Starting with the basics
Yes we’ve always known we don’t have much to offer by way of videos. We have been so entrenched in solving design and manufacturing issues

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Mar 3, 20251 min read


Storage under your scheel-mann Vario F
Scheel-mann Vario F seats have a design to their seat bottoms that allow them to be lifted up to gain access underneath. This was originally

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Feb 28, 20252 min read


Another 5th Gen Development Update
This Side Panel’s function is to hide all of the bits and bobs necessary to install a scheel-mann seat into your Toyota 5th Gen 4Runner. It’

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Feb 25, 20252 min read


The Load-Cell Array Function and Why Modifying isn't the Best Idea
This ensures that in the event of a collision, the airbag deployment is tailored to the occupant, whether it's a full-force deployment for a

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Feb 24, 20253 min read


ARB Twin air compressor and Tolerance Stack Mounts
What we have found is it does appear as though the ARB twin should be able to fit without an issue, as seen in these renders, without the ne

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Feb 21, 20251 min read


Important Information About Pricing and Quote Validity
Scheel-Mann seats, made in Germany, could see price increases. While the tariffs might not directly target the seats themselves, the ripple

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Feb 17, 20252 min read


Scheel-mann's Vario Klima Seat Wiring Harness Overview
However, the Klima seats incorporate an enhancement to this system; they feature an additional cooling circuit sub-harness that is connected

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Feb 13, 20254 min read


3D Printing the Prototypes
All of our development is done in stages. We decide on the vehicle, do tons of research, then start putting pencil paper. Literally, kinda.

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Feb 3, 20251 min read


Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
The Hall IC sensor functions based on the Hall effect principle, which involves the detection of changes in a magnetic field.

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Jan 28, 20254 min read


Utilizing the space under the seats
This positioning not only maximizes storage but also keeps valuable items out of sight, deterring theft and preventing unauthorized access

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Jan 27, 20253 min read


Front bracket machining
Full production of the 2nd/3rd Gen Tacoma/FJ Cruiser seat bracket kits a few months ago with the front brackets being fully finished....

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Jan 25, 20251 min read


Plating the machined rear brackets
The problem solving meant a mix of materials and coatings and working with tolerances we didn't expect to find needed in a seat adapter.

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Jan 25, 20251 min read


Attention to Seat Belt Mounting
We are committed to solving problems and NOT creating new ones. Other universal solutions treat seat belt mounting as an after thought.

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Jan 25, 20251 min read


The 5th Gen 4Runner mounting solution for scheel-mann seats has been undergoing more testing for fitment, ease of installation, and final wiring considerations.
We hope you visit the site stay on top of the info for the 5th Gen 4Runners and suggest posting questions on our own forum

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Jan 24, 20251 min read


New Install Instructions for FJ Cruiser
The moment scheel-mann released the Vario Klima heated and cooled seats we knew we had to develop for the addition of the cooling fans...

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Jan 23, 20251 min read


5th Gen 4Runner non-powered passenger seat connectors
Since the notice of pending release of our 5th Gen 4Runner seat bracket kits for scheel-mann seats, we’ve been getting a few questions...

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Jan 21, 20251 min read


Maximizing Comfort and Functionality: Upgrading Your 5th Gen 4Runner with Scheel-Mann Seats and Tolerance Stack Mounting Solutions
Solving all of the issues that exist when getting away from the OEM seat and getting into something far more comfortable on those long drive

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Jan 20, 20253 min read


Driver side occupancy sensor extension harness
NOTE: this is now an included harness as part of all driver side installs with a two-wire occupancy hall-effect sensor. You do NOT need...

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Jan 14, 20251 min read


Airbag Proxies
We have been getting a lot of customers looking at our airbag proxies specifically in order to solve airbag light/function issues when...

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Jan 12, 20252 min read
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