Airbag control unit with part number 13589692

What does the airbag control unit 13589692 do?

The airbag control unit 13589692 controls the restraint system (SRS) for Chevrolet. It reads the signals from the crash sensors and determines in an accident, within milliseconds, which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered.

The unit also monitors the entire system continuously. If it detects a fault, it displays this via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

After an accident the unit stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 13589692 fail?

In the case of the control unit 13589692, stored crash data is the most common cause, even if no airbag was triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot delete this data. Other causes lie in the electronics and their environment.

Other causes at a glance:

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

Crash data stays in the memory until it is deleted. For this entry, a triggered airbag is not necessary.

How can you tell that the 13589692 is defective?

A defect in the 13589692 can be recognised by the airbag warning light, which lights up permanently or intermittently. In addition there is an error message in the instrument cluster, a missing connection between the diagnostic tool and the control unit, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

The light is the most direct indication of the condition of the system. While it is lit, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency.

Because the vehicle may keep running unnoticed in everyday use, a check is worthwhile at the first indication.

Which vehicles is the 13589692 fitted in?

The control unit 13589692 is fitted in these vehicles: Chevrolet Volt 2nd generation (2015-2019) and 1st generation (2010-2015). The information applies exclusively to this control unit.

The list in detail:

• Chevrolet Volt 2nd generation (2015-2019)
• Chevrolet Volt 1st generation (2010-2015)

On the one hand, compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page; that only ensures you have the correct unit. On the other hand, have the fault memory read out before removal. Only this result 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 13587453, 13595566.

How does the repair of the 13589692 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit 13589692. Next, create a repair order online and send the unit in well packed.

Airbag24 examines the unit on the test bench, repairs defective components, deletes stored crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards your own unit comes back to you. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

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 13589692 get to Airbag24?

The control unit 13589692 is either sent by you as a package or collected by UPS for an extra charge. After the repair Airbag24 returns it to you by UPS.

Put the printed repair order into the package and pack the unit shock-resistant.