Airbag control unit with part number 86250-36060

What does the airbag control unit 86250-36060 do?

The airbag control unit 86250-36060 controls the restraint system (SRS) in SsangYong. It captures the values of the crash sensors and selects in a crash which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered; this decision is made within milliseconds.

In addition, it monitors the entire system during operation and reports faults via the airbag warning light. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The protective function therefore depends directly on this unit, which is why every fault must be taken seriously.

Why does the control unit 86250-36060 fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause: it remains in the unit even if no airbag was triggered, and a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Other causes are aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connections, and voltage spikes.

Voltage spikes can arise, for example, from a weak battery or a jump start and strain the electronics.

Which cause applies in an individual case is shown by the read-out fault memory.

How can you tell that the 86250-36060 is defective?

The airbag warning light may stay on permanently or intermittently, and then a defect is likely. Likewise, a fault message in the instrument cluster, no contact with the diagnostic tool or a fault memory that cannot be cleared indicate a defect.

The signs at a glance:

• Permanent or intermittent lighting of the airbag warning light
• Fault message in the instrument cluster
• No connection between diagnostic tool and control unit
• Fault memory cannot be cleared

In case of a defect, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency. The warning light makes the defect visible, so a prompt check is advisable.

Which vehicles is the 86250-36060 fitted in?

The 86250-36060 control unit is fitted in the following vehicles: SsangYong Rexton Y450 (from 2021) and Y400 (2017-2020).

The listing follows directly below.

• SsangYong Rexton Y450 (from 2021)
• SsangYong Rexton Y400 (2017-2020)

Compare the part number on the label of the unit with this page; that only ensures it is the right unit. Have the fault memory read out, because only its content shows whether the control unit is defective or a plug or cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 86250-38040.

How does the repair of the 86250-36060 work?

First read out the fault memory and enclose the log with the unit. Then disconnect the battery, remove the control unit and create the repair order online. Afterwards pack the unit well and send it.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases stored crash data and carries out a function test. Processing usually takes 3–4 working days. After that your own 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 86250-36060 get to Airbag24?

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

Enclose the printed repair order and pack the control unit shockproof.