Airbag control unit with part number 77960-SZA-X111-M1

What does the airbag control unit 77960-SZA-X111-M1 do?

The airbag control unit 77960-SZA-X111-M1 controls the restraint system of Honda in the vehicle. It queries the crash sensors, calculates within a few milliseconds in a crash the triggering of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and continuously checks the system for faults.

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster indicates faults. An accident causes the unit to store crash data and lock itself.

Why does the control unit 77960-SZA-X111-M1 fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause of failure, even if no airbag fired in the accident, and a standard diagnostic tester cannot remove it. Other causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture or corrosion on plug connections and voltage spikes.

That no airbags have triggered does not prevent storage.

Ageing, cold solder joints and corrosion affect the components themselves, whereas voltage spikes affect the power supply.

How can you tell that the 77960-SZA-X111-M1 is defective?

Several signs point to a defect, above all the airbag warning light and error messages in the instrument cluster. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not trigger.

Typical signs at a glance:

• Airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, permanently or intermittently
• Error message in the instrument cluster
• Diagnostic tool without connection to the control unit
• Fault memory that cannot be cleared

Only reading out the fault memory shows whether the control unit or the wiring is affected.

Which vehicles is the 77960-SZA-X111-M1 fitted in?

The control unit 77960-SZA-X111-M1 is fitted in these vehicles: Honda Pilot 2nd generation (2008-2011) and 2nd generation Facelift (2011-2015). Whether it suits your car is shown by comparing the part number on the unit.

The list includes the vehicles to which this part number is assigned:

• Honda Pilot 2nd generation (2008-2011)
• Honda Pilot 2nd generation Facelift (2011-2015)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. The comparison only shows that it is the right unit. Also have the fault memory read out before removal: only the result shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or cable is the cause.

How does the repair of the 77960-SZA-X111-M1 work?

First you read out the fault memory and enclose the log, then you disconnect the battery and remove the control unit; afterwards create a repair order online and send in the unit. Airbag24 checks it, repairs defective components, deletes the crash data and carries out a function test; processing usually takes 3–4 working days.

The sequence is binding, because disconnecting before removal increases safety when handling the restraint system.

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-SZA-X111-M1 get to Airbag24?

You can send a parcel yourself, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. The return of the repaired unit is likewise made by UPS.

Put the printed repair order into the parcel and pack the control unit so that it withstands knocks.