Airbag control unit with part number 6S65-14B056-JA

What does the airbag control unit 6S65-14B056-JA do?

The 6S65-14B056-JA is the airbag control unit that coordinates the restraint systems of Ford. It evaluates the crash sensors, selects the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to be triggered in a crash, and monitors the system continuously. It indicates faults via the airbag warning light.

The decision to trigger is made in a fraction of a second.

If an accident has occurred, the unit writes crash data to memory and then locks itself.

Why does the control unit 6S65-14B056-JA fail?

Crash data from an accident, even if no airbag deployed, is the most common cause of failure on the 6S65-14B056-JA. A standard diagnostic scanner cannot reach it to erase it. Other causes include ageing electronics, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion, and voltage spikes.

The electronics age, and over time solder joints become brittle, which leads to contact problems.

Moisture and corrosion attack plug connections. Voltage spikes can arise from a weak battery or from jump-starting.

How can you tell that the 6S65-14B056-JA is defective?

The control unit 6S65-14B056-JA indicates a defect via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. This light may come on permanently or intermittently, and further signs may be added. In that case, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly fail to trigger in an emergency.

The following signs indicate a defect:

• Airbag warning light permanently or intermittently active
• Fault message in the instrument cluster
• Diagnostic tool does not find the control unit
• Fault memory remains and cannot be erased

If you notice one of these signs, a prompt investigation is worthwhile, as the warning light itself reports the defect.

Which vehicles is the 6S65-14B056-JA fitted in?

The assignment list names the Ford vehicles in which this unit was installed. The 6S65-14B056-JA is fitted in these vehicles: Ford Fiesta 6 ’02 (2001-2008).

An overview of the models listed:

• Ford Fiesta 6 ’02 (2001-2008)

Comparing the part number on the label with this page ensures that you have the right unit, nothing more. Also have the fault memory read out before you remove anything, as it shows whether the control unit or a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 8V51-14B321-EE.

How does the repair of the 6S65-14B056-JA work?

First have the fault memory read out with a log, then disconnect the battery, and only then remove the 6S65-14B056-JA. Online, you create the repair order, then send in the well-packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Airbag24 carries out a test on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases the crash data and checks the function. The unit then returns 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 6S65-14B056-JA get to Airbag24?

For shipping, you send the 6S65-14B056-JA as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 sends the repaired unit back by UPS.

Enclose the printed repair order and pack the control unit shockproof.