Airbag control unit with part number 98820 ZE10D

What does the airbag control unit 98820 ZE10D do?

The airbag control unit 98820 ZE10D is the central control unit of the restraint system (SRS) of Nissan. It evaluates the signals from the crash sensors and decides in an accident, within milliseconds, which airbags and seatbelt pretensioners are triggered.

At the same time it checks the function of the system continuously. If it finds a fault, it reports this via the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster.

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

Why does the control unit 98820 ZE10D fail?

Stored crash data is the most common cause of a failure. It remains in the unit after an accident, even if no airbag was triggered, and a standard diagnostic tool cannot erase it.

A failure does not always have just one cause. Over the years the electronic components age, solder joints can go cold, and moisture or corrosion attacks the plug connections.

Voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or when connected to a jump start, can also stress the unit. Whether any of these problems is present is shown only by the inspection on the test bench at Airbag24.

How can you tell that the 98820 ZE10D is defective?

A defect shows itself through the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster, through error messages there, and through a diagnostic tool that cannot make a connection.

The signs in detail:

• airbag warning light stays on constantly or intermittently
• error message in the instrument cluster
• diagnostic tool gets no connection to the control unit
• fault memory cannot be cleared

If the fault remains in the system, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may possibly fail to trigger in an emergency. Therefore have it checked promptly while the warning light is on.

In welchen Fahrzeugen ist das 98820 ZE10D verbaut?

The control unit 98820 ZE10D is fitted in these vehicles: Nissan Armada TA60 Facelift (2008-2016).

The vehicles at a glance:

• Nissan Armada TA60 Facelift (2008-2016)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only ensures that you have the right unit in front of you.

Also have the fault memory read out first. Only the result shows whether the control unit itself is defective or whether a plug or a cable is behind it.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 98820-9GE9A, 988207S606.

How does the repair of the 98820 ZE10D work?

First have the fault memory read out and attach the log to the unit. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit; then create a repair order online and send the well-packed unit.

Airbag24 checks the unit on the test bench, repairs or replaces defective components, erases the stored crash data and carries out a function test. Afterwards your own unit returns 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 ZE10D get to Airbag24?

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

Place the printed repair order in the parcel and pack the unit shock-proof.