Airbag control unit with part number 24466287

What does the airbag control unit 24466287 do?

The airbag control unit 24466287 forms the control for the restraint system (SRS) in Opel. It processes the signals from the crash sensors and decides within milliseconds whether to trigger in the event of an accident. After an accident, it stores crash data and locks itself.

It checks the entire system continuously. If it detects a fault, it indicates this via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

The indicator is therefore not a mere light, but the result of a diagnosis that the unit itself makes.

Why does the control unit 24466287 fail?

Crash data from an accident is the most common cause of the 24466287 failing, even if no airbag has been triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it.

Airbag24 erases this data during the repair.

Other possible causes are aged components in the electronics, as well as cold solder joints, moisture or corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start.

How can you tell that the 24466287 is defective?

A defect in the 24466287 shows itself when the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up, an error message appears or the diagnostic tool cannot establish a connection. A fault memory that cannot be cleared is also a clear sign.

Typical signs at a glance:

• Airbag warning light in the instrument cluster on permanently or intermittently
• Error message in the instrument cluster
• Diagnostic tool finds no connection to the control unit
• Fault memory cannot be cleared

In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to trigger.

Which vehicles is the 24466287 fitted in?

The part number 24466287 identifies a control unit for Opel. It is fitted in these vehicles: Opel Corsa C (2000-2006).

The vehicles are listed below:

• Opel Corsa C (2000-2006)

To be sure the control unit is defective and not a plug or a cable, read out the fault memory beforehand. Then compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with 24466287.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 13212353CA, 24 439 952 LA, 24 439 953 LB, 24439954, 9115117.

How does the repair of the 24466287 work?

Before removal, read out the fault memory and add the log. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit 24466287. Next, create a repair order online and pack the unit well.

Airbag24 checks the unit you send on the test bench, repairs defective components, erases the crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards, your own unit is returned to you.

Checking, repairing and testing 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 24466287 get to Airbag24?

You send the unit as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends your own repaired unit back by UPS.

The printed repair order goes in the parcel, and the unit is packed shockproof.