Airbag control unit with part number 38910-62R61

What does the airbag control unit 38910-62R61 do?

The airbag control unit 38910-62R61 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) of Suzuki. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors, decides in a crash within milliseconds whether airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system continuously.

The unit shows detected faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. This way the driver knows that something is wrong in the restraint system.

After an accident the control unit stores crash data and locks itself. The lock is only lifted by the repair.

Why does the control unit 38910-62R61 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed. Other causes are ageing electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start.

A standard diagnostic tool cannot erase this crash data. The cause therefore remains in the control unit until the unit is repaired.

Ageing components and cold solder joints can cause faults. Moisture and corrosion at plug connections disrupt the connection, and voltage spikes from the vehicle electrical system put additional strain on the electronics.

How can you tell that the 38910-62R61 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, an error message appears in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool finds no connection to the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not trigger.

These signs can occur individually or together:

• airbag warning light that lights up permanently or intermittently
• error message in the instrument cluster
• diagnostic tool without a connection to the control unit
• fault memory that cannot be cleared

The warning light therefore indicates the defect. If these signs appear, have the restraint system checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 38910-62R61 fitted in?

The control unit 38910-62R61 is fitted in these vehicles: Suzuki Ignis MF33S.

The list below shows the vehicles assigned to this part number.

• Suzuki Ignis MF33S

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only ensures that you have the correct unit. Also have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only the log shows whether the airbag 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 38910-62RE0.

How does the repair of the 38910-62R61 work?

For the 38910-62R61, first have the fault memory read out and enclose the log. Then disconnect the battery, only then remove the control unit, create a repair order online and send in the carefully packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 takes 3–4 working days as a rule.

The sequence is for your safety. At Airbag24 the unit is then checked on the test bench, defective components are replaced, the stored crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. Afterwards your own unit is returned 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 38910-62R61 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 38910-62R61 in as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back to you by UPS.

Place the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the control unit shock-proof.