Airbag control unit with part number 77960-T6A-J111-M2

What does the airbag control unit 77960-T6A-J111-M2 do?

The airbag control unit 77960-T6A-J111-M2 coordinates the restraint system (SRS) in the Honda vehicle. It processes the messages from the crash sensors, decides on triggering airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and monitors the system without interruption.

Faults are diagnosed via the airbag warning light. If an accident has occurred, the unit keeps the crash data and remains locked afterwards.

Why does the control unit 77960-T6A-J111-M2 fail?

The 77960-T6A-J111-M2 most often fails because of crash data that remain in memory after an accident without an airbag having triggered. Normal diagnostic tools cannot erase this data. Aged components, moisture and voltage spikes also play a role.

Further causes that come into question are:

• aged electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting

How can you tell that the 77960-T6A-J111-M2 is defective?

A defect in the 77960-T6A-J111-M2 shows itself, among other things, through the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which is on constantly or intermittently. Error messages in the instrument cluster, no connection established to the diagnostic tool, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared are also signs.

In this case, the airbag warning light is the most important warning signal of the system. If it is lit, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency. A check is therefore advisable without delay.

Which vehicles is the 77960-T6A-J111-M2 fitted in?

The 77960-T6A-J111-M2 is used in these vehicles: Honda Odyssey 5th generation (from 2013).

Here the assignment follows as a list:

• Honda Odyssey 5th generation (from 2013)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only confirms that it is the right unit. Have the fault memory read out before removal, because the result alone shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 77960-THR-A02, 77960-THR-A03, 77960-TK8-A011-M1, 77960-TK8-D01.

How does the repair of the 77960-T6A-J111-M2 work?

The order matters: for the 77960-T6A-J111-M2, first have the fault memory read out and attach the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Then create the repair order online and send in the unit. At Airbag24, the unit is checked, defective components are repaired, crash data are erased and a function test is run. Finally your unit is 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-T6A-J111-M2 get to Airbag24?

The 77960-T6A-J111-M2 comes to Airbag24 by parcel, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. The return is made by UPS.

A printed repair order belongs in the parcel; in addition, pack the unit shock-proof.