Airbag control unit with part number 6G13-14B321-BB

What does the airbag control unit 6G13-14B321-BB do?

The airbag control unit 6G13-14B321-BB is the central switching unit of the SRS for Ford. It assesses the impact on the basis of the crash sensors and controls the triggering of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners. It also monitors all components and signals faults via the airbag warning light.

During operation the unit runs self-tests. If it finds an irregularity, it records it in the fault memory.

After an accident, it stores crash data and locks itself. Only the repair lifts this lock.

Why does the control unit 6G13-14B321-BB fail?

Stored crash data are the most common cause, even if no airbag was triggered; a standard diagnostic tool cannot erase them. Other triggers are aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes from a weak battery or jump-starting.

The crash data cause a fault to be reported, even when the circuit is in order. As long as the data remain in memory, this report persists.

The other triggers are rather gradual. Moisture alters the contacts, corrosion increases the transition resistance, and solder joints can become brittle without any visible sign.

How can you tell that the 6G13-14B321-BB is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster indicates a defect by staying on permanently or intermittently. At the same time the instrument cluster reports a fault, and the diagnostic tool cannot reach the control unit. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy.

A fault memory that cannot be cleared is a further sign. Take these indications seriously and have the system checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 6G13-14B321-BB fitted in?

The airbag control unit 6G13-14B321-BB is fitted in these vehicles: Ford Five Hundred 1 (2005-2007).

The list of vehicles follows directly:

• Ford Five Hundred 1 (2005-2007)

Before removal, compare the label with this page so that you have the correct unit. Then have the fault memory read out; only this log shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or cable causes the fault.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 5G13-14B321-CB, 5G13-14B321-DB, 6G13-14B321-AA, 6G13-14B321-BA, 7G13-14B321-BA, 7G13-14B321-FA.

How does the repair of the 6G13-14B321-BB work?

You have the fault memory read out and enclose the log, then disconnect the battery before removing the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and pack the well-protected unit for sending.

At Airbag24 the unit is checked on the test bench, defective components are replaced and stored crash data are removed. A function test concludes the work, and your own unit goes 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 6G13-14B321-BB get to Airbag24?

The unit is sent as a parcel that you hand in yourself, or with a UPS collection booked for an extra charge. Airbag24 handles the return by UPS.

The printed repair order goes into the parcel, and the unit is packed so that it is protected against knocks.