Airbag control unit with part number 96641836

What does the airbag control unit 96641836 do?

The airbag control unit 96641836 controls the restraint system (SRS) of Chevrolet as a central unit. It processes the readings from the crash sensors, decides in an accident on the triggering of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and monitors the system continuously. If it detects a fault, it indicates this via the airbag warning light.

The readings come from sensors in the vehicle that record accelerations. The control unit evaluates this data in the shortest possible time, so that it can react in time in an emergency.

After an accident the unit stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 96641836 fail?

Stored crash data from an earlier accident are the most common cause with the control unit 96641836, even if no airbag has deployed at all; a normal diagnostic tool cannot delete them. Other causes are aging electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion at plug connectors, and voltage spikes.

The unit records the accident in its memory, and this entry remains for the time being. It cannot be removed by usual means.

The other causes act on the electronics and their connections over a longer period. Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or after jump-starting, also belong to them.

How can you tell that the 96641836 is defective?

A defect in the 96641836 shows itself through an airbag warning light that lights up permanently or intermittently, through a fault message, through a missing connection to the diagnostic tool or through a fault memory that cannot be cleared. Then airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not trigger in an emergency.

A message in the instrument cluster is the first indication you will notice. It asks you to have the condition checked promptly, because the restraint system is affected.

If the diagnostic tool cannot establish a connection, the control unit may not be the cause, since cables and plugs are also possible. The fault memory shows the difference.

Which vehicles is the 96641836 fitted in?

The airbag control unit 96641836 is fitted in these vehicles: Chevrolet Epica 1st generation (2006-2010) and 1st generation Facelift (2010-2014).

The vehicles for this part number are listed in the following overview:

• Chevrolet Epica 1st generation (2006-2010)
• Chevrolet Epica 1st generation Facelift (2010-2014)

Compare the number on the label of the removed unit with this page, and you can be sure that you have the right part in front of you. Also have the fault memory read out before removal, because only this finding shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 5WY67023-95160, 96 435 788, 96 945 708, 96385396.

How does the repair of the 96641836 work?

For the control unit 96641836, first have the fault memory read out and attach the log, then disconnect the battery and remove the unit. Afterwards create the repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

On your side you have reading out, battery, removal and sending. At Airbag24 the steps are test bench, replacement of defective components, deletion of the crash data and a function test, before your own unit returns.

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 96641836 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 96641836 as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back by UPS. Place the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit shock-resistant.

A sturdy box with enough padding protects the unit on its way. The repair order in the parcel makes it easier to match.