Airbag control unit with part number 13262359

What does the airbag control unit 13262359 do?

The airbag control unit 13262359 coordinates the restraint system (SRS) of Opel. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors, decides in an accident within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system continuously. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The control unit reports faults via the airbag warning light. Monitoring includes the sensors, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners connected to the control unit.

As long as all is well, the control unit does not stand out in everyday use. Only a fault or a lock after an accident makes it visible.

Why does the control unit 13262359 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed; a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Other causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting.

The crash data stay in memory until they are specifically removed. As long as they remain there, the fault message persists.

The other causes occur differently depending on the vehicle and its use. A test of the system shows which of them applies, because a plug connection with corrosion can produce messages similar to those of a defective control unit.

How can you tell that the 13262359 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, and in addition an error message appears in the instrument cluster. The diagnostic tool cannot establish a connection with the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared. In that state airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to deploy in an emergency.

The airbag warning light is the first sign, and it indicates a fault. Anyone who watches it notices disturbances early, as soon as the light comes on.

Only reading out the fault memory shows whether the control unit is actually affected. Without this result no reliable statement can be made.

Which vehicles is the 13262359 fitted in?

The control unit 13262359 is fitted in these vehicles: Opel Corsa D (2006-2014).

The list below shows the vehicles that are recorded at Airbag24 for this number.

• Opel Corsa D (2006-2014)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page, so that you have the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out beforehand, because this result shows whether the control unit itself is the cause or a plug or cable.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 13 262 360 BD, 13 283 819 HB, 13187526, 13187527, 13187528, 13256903.

How does the repair of the 13262359 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery, remove the control unit and create a repair order online. Then send in the well-packed unit. Airbag24 processes it in 3–4 working days as a rule.

At Airbag24 the unit is checked on the test bench, defective components are repaired, stored crash data are erased and a function test is run. Afterwards your own unit goes back to you.

The sequence is fixed for safety reasons. Removal of the control unit only begins after the battery has been disconnected.

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 13262359 get to Airbag24?

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

Put the printed repair order into the parcel and pack the unit shock-proof so that it arrives undamaged.