Airbag control unit with part number 6Q0909605AM

What does the airbag control unit 6Q0909605AM do?

In the vehicle of Volkswagen, the control unit 6Q0909605AM takes over control of the restraint system (SRS). Using the crash sensors it detects an accident and triggers the appropriate airbags and seatbelt pretensioners within fractions of a second. At the same time it checks the system continuously; faults appear on the airbag warning light.

The sensors pass their values to the control unit, which evaluates them.

After an accident the unit records crash data, after which it locks itself.

Why does the control unit 6Q0909605AM fail?

In the control unit 6Q0909605AM the most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed. Conventional diagnostic tools cannot erase it; Airbag24 removes it during the repair. Further causes are aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes.

The fact that no airbag has deployed is therefore no sign that no data has been created.

The other causes lie in the electronics and their connections. Components age over time, solder joints can go cold, and moisture makes plug connections corrode. Voltage spikes arise for example with a weak battery or when a jump-start cable is connected.

How can you tell that the 6Q0909605AM is defective?

A defect in the 6Q0909605AM is indicated by an airbag warning light that lights up permanently or intermittently, and by a fault message in the instrument cluster. If the diagnostic tool cannot reach the control unit and the fault memory cannot be erased, the suspicion is reinforced.

As long as the fault persists, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly fail to deploy in an emergency. The warning light must therefore be taken seriously and checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 6Q0909605AM fitted in?

The control unit 6Q0909605AM is found in these vehicles: Volkswagen Beetle New Beetle (2005-2010) and New Beetle (1997-2005).

The list shows the models assigned to this part number.

• Volkswagen Beetle New Beetle (2005-2010)
• Volkswagen Beetle New Beetle (1997-2005)

You compare the part number with the label on the removed unit to make sure it is the right unit. Have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only the result 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 1C0 909 605 A, 6Q0 909 605 A, 6Q0909605AF, 6Q0909605AG.

How does the repair of the 6Q0909605AM work?

For the repair of the 6Q0909605AM, you start by having the fault memory read out and add the log to the order. Then disconnect the battery, only then remove the control unit, and create the repair order online before you send it in. Airbag24 checks the unit, repairs defective components, erases the crash data and carries out a function test; processing takes 3–4 working days as a rule.

The sequence is prescribed for your safety.

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 6Q0909605AM get to Airbag24?

A parcel is sufficient for the control unit 6Q0909605AM, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair Airbag24 sends the unit back to you by UPS. The printed repair order belongs in the parcel, and the packaging must be shock-resistant.

Choose a sturdy parcel and pad it so nothing shifts during transport.