Airbag control unit with part number 77960-SKN-G013-M1

What does the airbag control unit 77960-SKN-G013-M1 do?

The airbag control unit 77960-SKN-G013-M1 is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Honda. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors, decides in an accident within milliseconds whether airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and monitors the system continuously.

It reports faults via the airbag warning light. The check of the system runs without interruption.

After an accident the unit stores crash data and locks itself. The lock is lifted only by a repair.

Why does the control unit 77960-SKN-G013-M1 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored in the unit after an accident, even when no airbag has triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. In addition, aged components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on the plugs, and voltage spikes play a role.

Crash data remains in the unit until Airbag24 erases it during the repair. Erasing it is therefore part of the repair process and not something you can do yourself.

Aged components and cold solder joints affect the electronics on the circuit board. Moisture and corrosion damage the connectors, and voltage spikes from the vehicle electrical system put additional strain on the components.

How can you tell that the 77960-SKN-G013-M1 is defective?

A defect on the 77960-SKN-G013-M1 shows itself through the airbag warning light, which lights up permanently or intermittently, through a fault message in the instrument cluster, through a diagnostic tool without connection, and through a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

The warning light is the most important sign, because it is immediately visible. It indicates the fault in the restraint system, regardless of how the vehicle behaves in everyday driving.

If there is a defect, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly not trigger in an emergency. A prompt clarification is therefore advisable.

Which vehicles is the 77960-SKN-G013-M1 fitted in?

The control unit 77960-SKN-G013-M1 is fitted in these vehicles: Honda CR-V 3 RE (2006-2012).

The following list shows the vehicles known to us for this part number.

• Honda CR-V 3 RE (2006-2012)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only ensures that it is the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only this result shows whether the control unit is defective or a connector or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 77960-SWA-G214-M4, 77960-SWA-S21, 77960-SWA-S214-M4, 77960-T0AA-110-M1, 77960-TA0-A031, 77960-TLA-A25.

How does the repair of the 77960-SKN-G013-M1 work?

Processing at Airbag24 takes 3–4 working days as a rule. First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Next, create a repair order online and send in the unit well packed.

Airbag24 examines the unit on the test bench, renews defective components, erases the stored crash data and carries out a function test. Your own unit is then returned 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 77960-SKN-G013-M1 get to Airbag24?

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

Put the printed repair order into the parcel and pack the unit shock-proof.