Airbag control unit with part number 98820-6TJ1E

What does the airbag control unit 98820-6TJ1E do?

The airbag control unit 98820-6TJ1E controls the restraint system (SRS) for Nissan. From the values of the crash sensors it determines, in an emergency, which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners fire. The system is monitored continuously, and faults are reported to the airbag warning light.

The decision to trigger is made within milliseconds after an impact has been detected. After an accident the unit also records crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 98820-6TJ1E fail?

The most common cause: crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag was deployed. A standard diagnostic tool cannot erase it. In addition, ageing components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion, as well as voltage spikes, are suspected on the 98820-6TJ1E.

Airbag24 removes crash data during the repair. An overview of the other triggers helps with classification:

• ageing electronic components
• cold solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plug connections
• voltage spikes from a weak battery or jump-starting

How can you tell that the 98820-6TJ1E is defective?

On the 98820-6TJ1E, the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently as soon as a defect is present. In addition, an error message may appear in the instrument cluster, the diagnostic tool may find no connection to the control unit, or the fault memory cannot be cleared.

Start with the warning light, because it is the clearest signal. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may then not deploy.

A missing connection to the diagnostic tool is also among the warning signs you should take seriously.

Which vehicles is the 98820-6TJ1E fitted in?

Compare your vehicle with the list before you remove anything. The control unit 98820-6TJ1E is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020).

The matching variants are shown in this overview:

• Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020)

Two steps are important. Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page; this only ensures that it is the right unit. Read out the fault memory beforehand, because only this result shows whether the control unit itself or 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 98820-6TJ1E work?

Have the fault memory read out, then disconnect the battery and only afterwards remove the control unit 98820-6TJ1E. Create the repair order online. Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

Attach the log of the fault memory to the order. The order of the steps is fixed for safety reasons.

At Airbag24 the unit is examined on the test bench. Defective components are repaired or replaced, the stored crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. You then get your own unit 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 98820-6TJ1E get to Airbag24?

You send the control unit 98820-6TJ1E to Airbag24 as a parcel, or you book a collection by UPS for an extra charge. After the repair Airbag24 sends it back by UPS.

Pack the unit shock-proof and enclose the printed repair order.