Airbag control unit with part number 98820-6XJ0B

What does the airbag control unit 98820-6XJ0B do?

The airbag control unit 98820-6XJ0B is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) for Nissan. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors and decides within milliseconds in an accident which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered. Faults in the system are indicated via the airbag warning light.

During operation, the unit constantly checks the connected components. If it detects a deviation, it creates an entry in the fault memory that a diagnostic tool can read out.

After an accident, the control unit stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit 98820-6XJ0B fail?

Stored crash data from an accident is the most common cause, even if no airbag has deployed. Other possible causes include aged electronic components, cold solder joints, moisture and corrosion on plug connections, and voltage spikes.

Crash data remain in the unit even if no airbag was triggered in the accident. A standard diagnostic tool cannot erase them, so a simple reset does not help.

The other causes mainly concern the electronics and their contacts. Moisture and corrosion attack the plug connections, while voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or a jump start, load the components.

How can you tell that the 98820-6XJ0B is defective?

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster lights up permanently or intermittently, and a fault message appears in the instrument cluster. The diagnostic tool gets no connection to the control unit, and the fault memory cannot be cleared. In this state, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in an emergency.

The warning light is the first warning sign you will notice, and it indicates the fault by itself. Take a warning of this kind seriously.

Only the fault memory shows whether the control unit is actually defective. A connector or a cable can cause the same signs.

Which vehicles is the 98820-6XJ0B fitted in?

Check your vehicle against this information. The airbag control unit 98820-6XJ0B is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020).

The vehicles to which this part number belongs are listed here:

• Nissan Rogue T32 (2013-2020)

Compare the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page. This only confirms that it is the correct unit. Also have the fault memory read out before removal, because only that shows whether the control unit is defective or a connector 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 98820-6XJ0B work?

For the control unit 98820-6XJ0B, first have the fault memory read out and enclose the report. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit. Next, create the repair order online and send in the well-packed unit.

At Airbag24, the unit is examined on the test bench. Defective components are repaired, stored crash data is erased and a function test is carried out. Afterwards, your own unit is returned to you.

Processing at Airbag24 usually takes 3–4 working days.

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 98820-6XJ0B get to Airbag24?

You send the unit as a parcel or book a UPS collection for an extra charge. After the repair, Airbag24 sends the control unit 98820-6XJ0B back to you by UPS.

Put the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the control unit shock-resistant.