Airbag control unit with part number 04896814AG

What does the airbag control unit 04896814AG do?

The airbag control unit 04896814AG is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) in Dodge vehicles. It continuously checks the sensor signals, decides within milliseconds in a crash whether airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system. Faults are reported via the airbag warning light.

In addition to the part number, the manufacturer number Continental 5WK43877 is printed on the housing. The evaluation also continues while driving without a crash.

A crash causes crash data to be stored and the control unit to lock itself.

Why does the control unit 04896814AG fail?

On the 04896814AG, the most common cause is stored crash data from an earlier accident, even if no airbag was triggered. Ageing, moisture and voltage spikes are other possible causes.

A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase crash data. Airbag24 erases it during the repair.

Further causes at a glance:

• aged electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connectors
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start

How can you tell that the 04896814AG is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently when the 04896814AG has a fault. A fault message in the instrument cluster, a diagnostic tool without a connection to the control unit, or a fault memory that cannot be cleared are further signs. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may therefore fail to trigger.

The warning light reports the fault regardless of whether the vehicle is stationary or moving. If it stays on or flickers, have the system checked.

Only the fault memory shows whether the control unit itself is affected.

Which vehicles is the 04896814AG fitted in?

Vehicles fitted with the airbag control unit 04896814AG include: Dodge Journey 1st generation (2008-2010) and 1st generation Facelift (2010-2020). The assignment applies to the make Dodge.

The list of models follows directly:

• Dodge Journey 1st generation (2008-2010)
• Dodge Journey 1st generation Facelift (2010-2020)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only confirms that it is the right unit. The fault memory, which you have read out before removal, will look into the causes. Only this log shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 4896814AH, 56054655AD, 56054655AE, 56054711AD, 56054733AF, 56054744AE.

How does the repair of the 04896814AG work?

For the 04896814AG, first have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Only then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. Then create a repair order online and send the unit in, well packed.

At Airbag24 the unit is checked on the test bench, defective components are replaced, crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. Airbag24 usually processes the unit within 3–4 working days. Your own unit is then returned 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 04896814AG get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 04896814AG in as a parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back to you by UPS.

Put the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit shock-proof.