Airbag control unit with part number 13589408

What does the airbag control unit 13589408 do?

The airbag control unit 13589408 is the control centre for airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in Opel. It processes the signals from the crash sensors, selects the correct triggering in an accident and monitors the system continuously.

As soon as a fault is present, the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster shows it. After an accident the unit stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 13589408 fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause, even if no airbag has deployed. A usual diagnostic tool does not erase it; Airbag24 erases it during the repair. Other causes include aged components, moisture and corrosion on plugs, cold solder joints and voltage spikes.

After an accident the control unit writes the crash data to its memory, even if the airbags did not trigger. As long as the repair is missing, the data stays there.

The other causes concern everyday electronics. Components age, solder joints can turn cold, and moisture attacks plugs.

Voltage spikes occur, for example, with a weak battery or with a jump start, and can strain circuits.

How can you tell that the 13589408 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster stays on permanently or intermittently on the 13589408 when something is wrong. This is accompanied by fault messages in the instrument cluster, a diagnostic tool without a connection to the control unit and a fault memory that cannot be cleared. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not trigger.

The light is a clear signal and not a trifle. Pay attention to it and have the finding clarified promptly.

Which vehicles is the 13589408 fitted in?

The 13589408 is fitted in these vehicles: Opel Meriva B (2010-2017). Clarify it by means of the part number on the removed unit.

The vehicles in detail:

• Opel Meriva B (2010-2017)

Compare the part number on the label with this page, so you know that it is the right unit. Have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only the result shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 13576853, 13577275, 13589405, 13589689, 13595562, 327963935.

How does the repair of the 13589408 work?

First have the fault memory read out, and the log goes with the unit. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and pack the 13589408 well. For the work at Airbag24, 3–4 working days are generally scheduled.

Airbag24 examines the unit on the test bench, repairs defective components, erases the stored crash data and performs a function test. Afterwards your own unit comes 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 13589408 get to Airbag24?

You send your 13589408 as a parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 returns the unit by UPS.

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