Airbag control unit with part number 77960-TL0-N913-M1

What does the airbag control unit 77960-TL0-N913-M1 do?

In a vehicle from Honda, the airbag control unit 77960-TL0-N913-M1 controls the restraint system (SRS). It processes the data from the crash sensors, determines in an emergency within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire, and checks the condition of the system continuously. If it detects a fault, the airbag warning light comes on; after an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The unit is in constant contact with the sensors, firing circuits and seatbelt pretensioners.

These connections need a stable power supply, otherwise their condition cannot be assessed properly.

Why does the control unit 77960-TL0-N913-M1 fail?

Most common cause on the 77960-TL0-N913-M1: crash data stored after an accident, even without an airbag having fired; an ordinary diagnostic tool does not delete it. In addition, ageing components, cold solder joints, moisture with corrosion at plugs, and voltage spikes play a part.

After the accident the entry stays in the unit, even if the car appears unremarkable from the outside.

The other causes are creeping in nature. Ageing electronics, a cold solder joint or corrosion at a plug alter signals. Voltage spikes, for example with a weak battery or a jump-start, additionally stress the circuit.

How can you tell that the 77960-TL0-N913-M1 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up on the 77960-TL0-N913-M1 either permanently or only intermittently. In addition, there are fault messages, a missing contact with the diagnostic tool and a fault memory that cannot be cleared. In an emergency, the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then fail to deploy.

The light is the warning sign that makes the electronics visible to you.

If the warning light does not go out after starting, a check of the system is advisable.

Which vehicles is the 77960-TL0-N913-M1 fitted in?

The following vehicles are listed for the 77960-TL0-N913-M1: Honda Accord 8th generation (2008-2015).

The assignment at a glance:

• Honda Accord 8th generation (2008-2015)

First make sure that the part number on the label of your unit matches this page. That only confirms the right unit. Above all, have the fault memory read out, because the result decides whether the control unit is faulty or a plug or a cable is responsible.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 77960-S84-A86, 77960-TA0-A01, 77960-TA0-A011M4, 77960-TA0-A02, 77960-TA0-L02.

How does the repair of the 77960-TL0-N913-M1 work?

For the 77960-TL0-N913-M1, you proceed as follows: have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery, and only then remove the control unit. Create the repair order online and send in the well-packed unit.

At Airbag24, the unit is checked on the test bench. Faulty components are replaced, stored crash data is deleted and a function test is carried out. Checking, repairing and testing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Afterwards you receive your own unit back. 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-TL0-N913-M1 get to Airbag24?

You ship the control unit 77960-TL0-N913-M1 by parcel to Airbag24; alternatively, you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. Airbag24 sends the unit back to you by UPS after the repair.

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