Airbag control unit with part number 8200411006

What does the airbag control unit 8200411006 do?

As the central unit, the airbag control unit 8200411006 controls the restraint system (SRS) of Renault. It reads the signals from the crash sensors and decides within milliseconds in a crash which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to trigger. The system is also monitored continuously.

The unit shows faults in the system via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The sensors send their readings to the control unit permanently, and the control unit checks and classifies the data.

Why does the control unit 8200411006 fail?

The most common cause is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has triggered. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Aged components, cold solder joints, moisture at plug connections and voltage spikes are also possible causes.

Airbag24 erases the crash data during the repair. This step therefore addresses exactly the point at which the unit would otherwise get stuck.

The other causes develop slowly. Voltage spikes occur, for example, with a weak battery or when jump-starting, and moisture attacks the connectors.

How can you tell that the 8200411006 is defective?

If the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or only intermittently, there is a fault. A fault message also appears in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool finds no connection to the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared.

Airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then possibly not trigger in an emergency. Please have the warning checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 8200411006 fitted in?

The control unit 8200411006 is fitted in these vehicles: Renault Mégane II (2002-2009).

The list below shows the vehicles known to us for this unit.

• Renault Mégane II (2002-2009)

Firstly, comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page confirms that it is the correct unit. Secondly, have the fault memory read beforehand. Only that result shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a connector or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 8200257044E, 8200337245, 8200337247, 8200412026, 8200412026B, 8200682381.

How does the repair of the 8200411006 work?

First have the fault memory read and attach the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Online, you create the repair order and pack the unit well for shipping. At Airbag24, testing, repair and function test usually take 3–4 working days in total.

Airbag24 checks the control unit on the test bench, repairs defective components, erases stored crash data and carries out a function test. 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 8200411006 get to Airbag24?

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

Enclose the printed repair order and pack the unit shock-proof.