Airbag control unit with part number 0285010963

What does the airbag control unit 0285010963 do?

The 0285010963 controls the restraint system (SRS) for BMW. It processes the signals from the crash sensors, decides in an impact within milliseconds on triggering the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and controls the system without interruption. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

Detected faults are output by the unit via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

That the electronics work without gaps is indispensable for the safety of the occupants, because triggering allows no delay.

Why does the control unit 0285010963 fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause. It remains in the unit's memory after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered, and a normal diagnostic tool cannot clear it. Further causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes.

The other causes are not related to the accident and arise over the years of operation.

Moisture corrodes plug connections, and voltage spikes such as those from a weak battery or a jump start strain the electronics.

How can you tell that the 0285010963 is defective?

A defect shows through the airbag warning light, which lights up permanently or intermittently, through a fault message in the instrument cluster, through a missing connection of the diagnostic tool to the control unit, or through a fault memory that cannot be reset. In an emergency airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to trigger.

The warning light is the most important sign, because it makes the fault visible as soon as the system detects it.

A message may also disappear after a short time. The fault memory nevertheless records the event, which is why reading it out is worthwhile even then.

Which vehicles is the 0285010963 fitted in?

The 0285010963 is fitted in these vehicles: BMW 1 Series E88 LCI Convertible (2011-2013) and E88 Convertible (2008-2011).

The list names the vehicles we have on record for this part number.

• BMW 1 Series E88 LCI Convertible (2011-2013)
• BMW 1 Series E88 Convertible (2008-2011)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page gives you certainty that it is the right unit. Whether the control unit is defective or a plug or cable causes the fault is decided only by the fault memory. Have it read out beforehand.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 0 285 010 255, 65 77 9 189 906, 65 77 9 214 812, 6577-6964607-01, 65779134280, 65779171925.

How does the repair of the 0285010963 work?

Have the fault memory read out and attach the log, then disconnect the battery. Only after that remove the control unit and create an online repair order. Airbag24 generally needs 3–4 working days for testing, repair and function testing.

Please do not remove the unit before disconnecting the battery, as this sequence serves safety.

At Airbag24 the control unit is examined on the test bench, defective components are repaired, crash data is deleted and a function test is performed. Afterwards your own unit is sent back to you. Our repairs come with 2 years' statutory liability for defects. The repaired control unit comes back with all vehicle data and is ready for use as soon as it is refitted — no coding or programming is required.

How does the control unit 0285010963 get to Airbag24?

You can send the control unit as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. The return after the repair is also made by UPS.

The printed repair order goes into the parcel, and you pack the unit shock-proof.