Airbag control unit with part number 96810867

What does the airbag control unit 96810867 do?

The airbag control unit 96810867 is the central control unit of the restraint system for Chevrolet. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors and, in the event of an accident, decides within milliseconds which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to trigger. After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

The unit also monitors the system constantly and shows faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

Why does the control unit 96810867 fail?

The most common cause is crash data that remains stored in the control unit after an accident, even if no airbag was deployed. Airbag24 deletes this crash data during the repair of the 96810867. Other causes are also possible.

A normal diagnostic tool cannot delete the crash data, regardless of the rest of the control unit's condition.

Other causes include aged electronic components and cold solder joints on the circuit board. They can cause signals to be interrupted or distorted.

Moisture and corrosion at plug connectors are just as relevant, as are voltage spikes. A weak battery or a jump start can cause such spikes.

How can you tell that the 96810867 is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, and a fault message may come with it. The diagnostic tool then gets no connection to the control unit 96810867, and the fault memory cannot be cleared.

Together these findings point to a fault in the restraint system, although a single finding is already enough to start a check.

If such a fault is present, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may fail to deploy in an emergency. Do not regard the finding as merely a nuisance; have it checked promptly.

Which vehicles is the 96810867 fitted in?

The 96810867 is fitted in these Chevrolet vehicles: Chevrolet Captiva 1st generation 2nd Facelift (2013-2018), 1st generation (2006-2011) and 1st generation 1st Facelift (2011-2013). This assignment is based on the information we hold for this part number.

You will find a list of the vehicles here:

• Chevrolet Captiva 1st generation 2nd Facelift (2013-2018)
• Chevrolet Captiva 1st generation (2006-2011)
• Chevrolet Captiva 1st generation 1st Facelift (2011-2013)

Compare the part number on the label of the unit with this page. That establishes that it is the right unit, nothing more. Whether the control unit is defective or a connector or cable is responsible is only shown by the fault memory, which you have read out before removal.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 22778138, 25865978-95320, 95460702, 96866798.

How does the repair of the 96810867 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery and only after that remove the control unit 96810867. Processing at Airbag24 takes 3–4 working days.

Next, create the repair order online, pack the unit well and send it in.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components, deletes stored crash data and carries out a function test. Only then is your own unit sent 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 96810867 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 96810867 as a parcel to Airbag24, or you book a UPS collection for an extra charge. The return after the repair is made by UPS.

The printed repair order goes into the parcel, along with shock-resistant packaging for the unit.