Airbag control unit with part number 56054711AD

What does the airbag control unit 56054711AD do?

The airbag control unit 56054711AD is the control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Dodge. It checks the signals from the crash sensors, decides in an accident within milliseconds whether airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system permanently. It reports faults via the airbag warning light.

Monitoring takes place during operation. The unit must therefore work even when the vehicle is running without any apparent problems.

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

Why does the control unit 56054711AD fail?

Most often the cause is crash data stored in the unit after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase this data. Aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, as well as voltage spikes, are also possible causes.

Crash data is the most common cause because it keeps the unit occupied beyond the accident. The diagnostic tool cannot reach it, and that is precisely why it remains in the system.

The other causes lie in the electronics and their surroundings. Ageing, moisture at the contacts and voltage spikes from the on-board network affect the unit independently of any accident.

How can you tell that the 56054711AD is defective?

A defect shows on the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which lights up permanently or intermittently. A fault message in the instrument cluster is added to this. A missing connection to the diagnostic tool and a fault memory that cannot be cleared are also conspicuous.

As long as these findings persist, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency. The warning light is therefore a clear indication that a check is needed.

A missing connection to the diagnostic tool may also have its cause in the wiring. Whether the control unit is affected is only clarified by the evaluation.

Which vehicles is the 56054711AD fitted in?

The control unit 56054711AD is fitted in these vehicles: Dodge Journey 1st generation (2008-2010) and 1st generation Facelift (2010-2020).

This list names the vehicles that are recorded for this part number with us.

• Dodge Journey 1st generation (2008-2010)
• Dodge Journey 1st generation Facelift (2010-2020)

First compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page, so that you can confirm the right unit. Then have the fault memory read beforehand. The 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 4896814AH, 56054733AF, 56054777AF, 56054811AD, 56054811AE, 68139316AC.

How does the repair of the 56054711AD work?

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

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases stored crash data and carries out a function test. The unit then goes back to you. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days, and this time covers only checking, repairing and testing.

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 56054711AD get to Airbag24?

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

The printed repair order belongs in the parcel. The unit should be packed shockproof so that it survives transport undamaged.