Airbag control unit with part number 96430711

What does the airbag control unit 96430711 do?

The airbag control unit 96430711 coordinates the restraint system (SRS) in Chevrolet. It receives the signals from the crash sensors, determines within milliseconds in an accident which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered, and checks the system continuously. It reports faults via the airbag warning light.

After an accident, the unit stores crash data and locks itself. It is thus a central component of vehicle safety, working in the background.

Why does the control unit 96430711 fail?

Most often the cause lies in crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered; a normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it. Aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connectors, and voltage spikes, such as with a weak battery or a jump start, can also lead to failure.

The crash data remains stored in the unit, and Airbag24 erases it during the repair. An impact in which no airbag fires at all can still leave such data behind.

Ageing, moisture and voltage spikes can only be narrowed down by a test on the test bench.

How can you tell that the 96430711 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster stays on permanently or only intermittently, a fault message appears in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool receives no connection to the control unit, and a fault memory cannot be cleared. In the event of such a defect, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency.

The warning light shows the finding, and it is therefore important to take this indication seriously.

Which vehicles is the 96430711 fitted in?

The 96430711 is fitted in these vehicles: Chevrolet Aveo 1st generation (2006-2011).

The vehicles to which this part number belongs are listed here.

• Chevrolet Aveo 1st generation (2006-2011)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only confirms that it is the correct unit. Have the fault memory read out beforehand, because this result 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 5WY67040, 5WY67067-95160, 5WY67068-95160, 5WY67074, 96411996, 96442710.

How does the repair of the 96430711 work?

First have the fault memory read out and include the log. Then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Next create the repair order online and send the well-packed unit.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench and repairs defective components. Stored crash data is erased, followed by a function test. Your own unit is then returned to you.

Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days, and this time applies only to checking, repairing and testing. 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 96430711 get to Airbag24?

You can send the unit as a package or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. The return after the repair is made by UPS.

The package should contain the printed repair order and the unit, packed shockproof.