Airbag control unit with part number 98820-6XJ0A

What does the airbag control unit 98820-6XJ0A do?

The airbag control unit 98820-6XJ0A is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) of Nissan. It evaluates the crash sensors and determines in a crash, within milliseconds, which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered.

Outside of a crash, it checks the system continuously for faults. It signals detected faults via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

After a crash, the control unit stores crash data and then locks itself.

Why does the control unit 98820-6XJ0A fail?

The most common cause on the 98820-6XJ0A is crash data stored after an accident, even if no airbag has deployed. This data cannot be erased with a normal diagnostic tool.

Airbag24 erases the crash data during the repair. This step is a fixed part of repairing the unit.

Aged electronic components are also possible causes, as are cold solder joints. Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump-starting, put additional strain on the unit.

Moisture and corrosion at plug connections can also disrupt the function.

How can you tell that the 98820-6XJ0A is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently on the 98820-6XJ0A. In addition, error messages appear, and the diagnostic tool does not reach the control unit.

In the event of a defect, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly fail to trigger in an emergency. Typical signs are:

• Airbag warning light on permanently or intermittently
• Error message in the instrument cluster
• No connection between diagnostic tool and control unit
• Fault memory cannot be erased

Which vehicles is the 98820-6XJ0A fitted in?

The 98820-6XJ0A is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020). The list helps you to classify your own vehicle.

The specific assignment is as follows:

• Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only confirms the identity of the unit. Having the fault memory read out beforehand shows, by contrast, whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or 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 98820-6XJ0A work?

Have the fault memory read out first and attach the log. Then disconnect the battery, remove the control unit 98820-6XJ0A and create a repair order online. Processing at Airbag24 takes 3–4 working days as a rule.

Pack the unit well and send it in. Airbag24 tests it on the test bench, replaces defective components, erases the stored crash data and carries out a function test.

Your own unit is then returned 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 98820-6XJ0A get to Airbag24?

Your route with the control unit 98820-6XJ0A is either a parcel that you send yourself or a UPS collection, booked for an extra charge. After the repair, UPS brings the unit back to you.

Print out the repair order and put it into the parcel. Pack the control unit so that it is shock-resistant.