Airbag control unit with part number 10290894-01

What does the airbag control unit 10290894-01 do?

The airbag control unit 10290894-01 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for MG. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors, decides within milliseconds in an emergency whether airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system continuously.

The device reports faults in the system via the airbag warning light. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself. Only the repair lifts this lock.

Why does the control unit 10290894-01 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered; a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Other causes are aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes at the 10290894-01.

Crash data remains stored even if the vehicle then drives normally again. That is why the device continues to report a fault even though the accident is long over.

The other causes at a glance:

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

Only reading out the fault memory shows which of these causes is actually present.

How can you tell that the 10290894-01 is defective?

On the 10290894-01, the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently. In addition, the instrument cluster shows an error message, the diagnostic tool finds no connection to the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared. Airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not be able to trigger in an emergency.

The warning light is the clearest sign. If it stays on after the ignition is switched on or comes back on, there is a fault that will not resolve itself.

A fault memory that cannot be emptied also points to the control unit. A precise evaluation by a specialist workshop will then provide clarity.

Which vehicles is the 10290894-01 fitted in?

The control unit 10290894-01 is fitted in these vehicles: MG ZS 1st generation (2017-2024).

The matching vehicles at a glance:

• MG ZS 1st generation (2017-2024)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only tells you that it is the correct unit. In addition, have the fault memory read out in advance, because only this result shows whether the control unit is defective or a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 10290894-00, 10457033-01, 10457099, 10457099-01, 10704532-01, 10766499-01.

How does the repair of the 10290894-01 work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit 10290894-01. Next, create a repair order online and send the unit in well packed.

At Airbag24 the unit is examined on the test bench. Defective components are replaced, stored crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. The unit then goes back to you.

At Airbag24 processing usually takes 3–4 working days, and this time covers only testing, repairing and checking.

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 10290894-01 get to Airbag24?

You send the 10290894-01 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.

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