Airbag control unit with part number P68148048AB

What does the airbag control unit P68148048AB do?

The airbag control unit P68148048AB forms the control of the restraint system (SRS) at Jeep. It evaluates the crash sensors, decides in an accident on airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, and indicates faults via the airbag warning light.

The unit works in the background at all times and checks the connected parts. In the event of an accident it stores crash data and locks itself.

Why does the control unit P68148048AB fail?

The main cause is crash data stored after an accident, even without a triggered airbag. A normal diagnostic tool cannot erase it; the repair at Airbag24 removes the data. Other causes may also come into question, such as aged components, moisture or voltage spikes at the P68148048AB.

At a glance, these other causes may come into question:

• signs of ageing in electronic components
• poor solder joints
• moisture and corrosion at plugs
• voltage spikes, for example from a weak battery or jump start

How can you tell that the P68148048AB is defective?

Signs are an airbag warning light that burns permanently or intermittently, a message in the instrument cluster, a diagnostic tool without contact to the control unit, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared. In an emergency, airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may therefore not trigger.

The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster is a warning signal that must be taken seriously. The combination of light and fault message clearly indicates the condition, and a fault memory that cannot be cleared confirms the suspicion.

Which vehicles is the P68148048AB fitted in?

The control unit P68148048AB is fitted in these vehicles: Jeep Cherokee KK (2008-2012). You can check your car against the details in the vehicle registration document.

Here is the list:

• Jeep Cherokee KK (2008-2012)

Comparing the part number on the label of the removed unit with this page only confirms that you have the correct unit. Having the fault memory read out beforehand is the more important step, because only this result shows whether the control unit is defective or whether a plug or cable is behind it.

For the same vehicles, we also repair control units with the part numbers 5189278AA, 68025632AK, P04896129AF, P04896129AG, P56038973AE, P56038973AF.

How does the repair of the P68148048AB work?

The work at Airbag24 comprises inspection, repair and function test and usually takes 3–4 working days. The process begins with the fault memory, then follow the battery and removal of the control unit P68148048AB, and finally the repair order.

First have the fault memory read out and enclose the log with the unit. Then disconnect the battery and remove the control unit before you create the repair order online and send in the packed unit.

At Airbag24 the unit is checked, defective components are replaced and stored crash data is erased, before a function test follows. 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 P68148048AB get to Airbag24?

The control unit P68148048AB reaches Airbag24 by parcel or by a UPS collection booked for an extra charge. It goes back by UPS as well.

Packed shock-proof and with the printed repair order in the parcel, the unit is ready for dispatch.