Airbag control unit with part number 98820-6SA0B

What does the airbag control unit 98820-6SA0B do?

The airbag control unit 98820-6SA0B is the switching point of the restraint system (SRS) in the Nissan. It reads the crash sensors and determines in the event of an accident which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners trigger, within milliseconds.

It also monitors all components of the system and indicates faults via the airbag warning light.

After an accident it writes crash data to memory and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 98820-6SA0B fail?

The cause is most often crash data stored after an accident, even without an airbag having triggered. In addition there are general ageing and moisture damage as well as electrical loads.

A normal diagnostic tool cannot remove this data, so it stays in the unit.

• aged electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• voltage spikes, for example with a weak battery or jump start

How can you tell that the 98820-6SA0B is defective?

A fault shows up on the airbag warning light as soon as it lights up permanently or intermittently. Other signs include error messages in the instrument cluster, a missing contact with the diagnostic tool and a fault memory that cannot be cleared.

These signs indicate a fault in the restraint system. For you as the driver this means that airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly not trigger in an emergency.

Take the indication seriously and have the cause clarified promptly.

Which vehicles is the 98820-6SA0B fitted in?

The 98820-6SA0B is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020).

The matching vehicles are shown in this overview:

• Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page confirms that you have the correct unit in front of you. Have the fault memory read out beforehand, because only the log shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or a cable is the cause.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 98820 JM100, 98820-1VK0A, 98820-1VL0A, 98820-4BS0A, 98820-7FL9E, 98820-9FM0A.

How does the repair of the 98820-6SA0B work?

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log, then disconnect the battery and only then remove the control unit. Create the repair order online and send in the well-packed unit. Checking, repairing and testing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Airbag24 tests the unit on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases the crash data and runs a function test. The own unit then goes back to you.

The order of the first steps is for safety reasons and is fixed. 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 98820-6SA0B get to Airbag24?

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

Put the printed repair order into the parcel and pack the unit shockproof.