Airbag control unit with part number 96945706

What does the airbag control unit 96945706 do?

The control unit 96945706 is the control unit of the restraint system in Chevrolet vehicles. Based on the crash sensors, it decides which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners deploy in an emergency.

The calculation runs in milliseconds. During operation the unit monitors the other components and reports faults via the airbag warning light.

After an accident it stores crash data and locks itself. The control is therefore a cornerstone of the vehicle's safety technology.

Why does the control unit 96945706 fail?

The cause in the 96945706 is most often found in crash data stored after an accident, even without an airbag deployment. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it.

Other possible causes come into question:

• electronic components that age over time
• cold solder joints
• moisture or rust at plug connections
• voltage spikes from a weak battery or a jump start

How can you tell that the 96945706 is defective?

The defect in the 96945706 is indicated by the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, which lights up either constantly or only intermittently. At the same time an error message appears, the diagnostic tool cannot reach the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared.

As long as the indication remains in the vehicle, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not be able to deploy in an emergency, regardless of whether the car drives normally in everyday use.

Only reading out the fault memory reveals the cause and extent.

Which vehicles is the 96945706 fitted in?

The control unit 96945706 is intended for Chevrolet vehicles. It is fitted in these vehicles: Chevrolet Epica 1st generation (2006-2010) and 1st generation Facelift (2010-2014).

Here follows the list you can use to match your vehicle.

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

Matching the part number with the label only answers whether the unit fits. Whether the control unit is defective is determined only by reading out the fault memory before removal.

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 96945706 work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log to the unit. Then disconnect the battery, and only after that remove the control unit 96945706. Next, create a repair order online and send the unit off well packed.

At the test bench at Airbag24, the unit is checked; defective components are replaced, crash data is erased and the function is tested.

Processing usually takes 3–4 working days, after which your own unit goes back 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 96945706 get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 96945706 by parcel to Airbag24 or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends it back by UPS.

The printed repair order belongs in the parcel. Pack the unit shock-resistant as well.