Airbag control unit with part number 38910-62RE1

What does the airbag control unit 38910-62RE1 do?

The unit controls the restraint system for Suzuki. It reads the crash sensors, determines in a collision within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire, and checks the entire system continuously. After an accident the 38910-62RE1 stores crash data and locks itself.

It signals faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. That is how the driver learns of a problem in the restraint system.

The sensor data come together in the unit and are evaluated there.

Why does the control unit 38910-62RE1 fail?

The most common cause is crash data from an accident that remains in the memory of the 38910-62RE1, even when no airbag has triggered. A standard diagnostic tool does not erase it. Added to this are ageing electronics, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes such as those arising from a weak battery or a jump start.

These entries have nothing to do with the deployment itself. They document the accident and remain in the unit until the repair removes them.

The other causes concern the condition of the electronics. Solder joints can give way over time, moisture at connectors causes corrosion, and components age. Voltage spikes put stress on the electronics.

How can you tell that the 38910-62RE1 is defective?

The airbag warning light starts to glow or stays on permanently, accompanied by an error message in the instrument cluster. If the diagnostic tool shows no connection to the 38910-62RE1, or the fault memory cannot be cleared, that likewise points to a fault. Airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to deploy in an emergency.

The light indicates the defect and does not conceal it. Therefore arrange a prompt check rather than ignoring the warning.

Which vehicles is the 38910-62RE1 fitted in?

The 38910-62RE1 is fitted in these vehicles: Suzuki Ignis MF33S.

The vehicle assignment for this unit is listed below.

• Suzuki Ignis MF33S

Comparing the part number from the label of the removed unit with this page ensures that it is the correct unit. However, the comparison does not prove a defect. Therefore have the fault memory read out beforehand. Only this log shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or a 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 38910-62RE1 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and only afterwards remove the 38910-62RE1. Next create a repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 takes 3–4 working days as a rule.

The order is important: removal only follows once the log is available and the battery is disconnected.

Airbag24 examines the unit on the test bench and replaces defective components. Stored crash data is removed, followed by a function test. Your own unit then goes 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 38910-62RE1 get to Airbag24?

You send the 38910-62RE1 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 returns the unit by UPS.

Enclose the printed repair order in the parcel, and pack the unit shock-proof.