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Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit repair
Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit repair at Airbag24
Airbag24 repairs defective airbag control units professionally and affordably. Both private customers and workshops can order without registration and benefit from fast processing, 2 years' statutory liability for defects and plug&play installation.
Airbag24 works with state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and specialised repair processes. Because defective control units often involve only individual components, a professional overhaul can be considerably cheaper than buying new.
Our advantages: no registration required, a direct online ordering process for B2B and B2C customers, express shipping and comprehensive quality testing. The repaired control unit works like a new part.
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Specifications
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- Audi SQ5
- Series
- 8R (2012-2015)8R Facelift (2015-2017)
Shipping & repair from Germany
Airbag24 repairs your component in Berlin — usually within 3–4 working days.
Standard shipping within Germany is free; we normally return your part by UPS.
You pay for and insure the inbound shipment to us. On explicit request we ship by express — the extra cost is borne by the customer.
If you withdraw from the contract, you bear the cost of returning the item.
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Works like a charm!
VAG airbag control unit with error B2000 00 reliably repaired. Price very high in comparison, but everything worked out. No exact protocol of what was carried out, probably just newly flashed
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A great shop, even when there are sometimes problems. There are quick responses and very good help. I can only recommend the shop. Thank you very much
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Problem solved :-)
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Everything went well
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What is an Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit?
The Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit is the central safety unit that activates occupant restraint systems such as airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in the event of an accident. It monitors sensors, stores relevant crash data, and ensures the proper functioning of all airbag modules in the vehicle.
This electronic component is crucial for passive safety in your Audi Q5 or SQ5 8R series. It analyzes signals from various sensors in the vehicle to precisely determine the severity and type of impact.
In the event of an accident, the control unit specifically deploys the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to protect the occupants. It also stores important crash information that is relevant for subsequent accident analysis and often necessitates repair of the Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit.
Why is the Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit defective?
An Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit often fails because it stores irreversible crash data after an accident. Internal electronic errors or aging can also lead to failure. This manifests itself in a permanently illuminated airbag warning light, making an Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit repair essential.
A common cause of a defect is the deployment of the airbags after an impact. This causes indelible crash data to be stored in the control unit's memory, preventing further use without specialized repair.
Aging, moisture damage, or electrical faults can also lead to failure. In such cases, the system often reports internal malfunctions, requiring diagnosis and, if necessary, repair or replacement to resolve the failure.
Common error codes for Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit repair
When repairing the Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit, specific error codes are crucial because they directly indicate a defect in the control unit itself, not in the sensors. These codes help with the precise diagnosis of whether a repair or replacement is necessary to restore vehicle safety.
- 00001 → Control unit defective → Internal error in the airbag control unit
- 00002 → Control unit defective → Internal error in the airbag control unit
- 00003 → Control unit defective → Internal error in the airbag control unit
- B1000 → Control unit communication error → Problems with data transmission with the airbag control unit
- 00588 → Airbag igniter (Igniter) driver side resistance too high or too low → Indirect control unit error when controlling the igniter
- 16712569 → Control unit defective (VAG specific) → Specific VAG code for internal control unit error
What part numbers are available for the Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit repair?
Only specific OEM and supplier part numbers are compatible for the Audi SQ5 8R airbag control unit repair. These verified numbers are crucial to ensuring proper function and safety of the airbag system in your Audi Q5/SQ5 8R and preventing malfunctions.
It's important to verify the exact part numbers, as discrepancies can lead to incompatibilities and safety issues. The following numbers are 100% verified for the airbag control unit of the Audi Q5/SQ5 Type 8R (model years approximately 2008–2016):
Verified OEM part numbers (Audi):
- 8R0 959 655 B
- 8R0 959 655 F
- 8R0 959 655 G
- 8R0 959 655 H
Verified supplier part numbers (Bosch), directly corresponding:
- 5WK43854 (equivalent to Audi 8R0 959 655 B)
- 5WK44114 (equivalent to Audi 8R0 959 655 F)
These part numbers cover various variants within the 8R series, including diesel, gasoline, hybrid, and facelift. They refer exclusively to airbag control units; they do not include sensors or other modules relevant for a safe repair.
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What our customers say
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Zsolt Szabó2 days ago„Works like a charm!“
Leoly3 weeks ago„VAG airbag control unit with error B2000 00 reliably repaired. Price very high in comparison, but everything worked out. No exact protocol of what was carried out, probably just newly flashed“
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Tokeh Tokehtoday„A great shop, even when there are sometimes problems. There are quick responses and very good help. I can only recommend the shop. Thank you very much“
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Sven Wegener2 days ago„Problem solved :-)“
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Fa D'A3 days ago„Everything went well“
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Mehdi Fattahi3 days ago„Everything works great“
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Wolfgang Katenz3 days ago„Ultra satisfied with this company. My computer was repaired quickly and works perfectly again! Communication is exemplary (emails, SMS...). Very serious company, thank you!“
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Sophie Hoguet4 days ago„Uncomplicated, fast, correct.“
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Karl-Josef Backes4 days ago„Airbag control unit sent: the handling of it was immediate and very serious. The returned control unit was fitted without any problem and works perfectly. Very satisfied!“
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Jean Philippe Amouroux5 days ago„Airbag control unit Fiat 500 was broken. Hard to believe but they can really repair it! Recommendation!!“
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Christian Maegerleinlast week„From the first phone call, the order processing, to the shipping, everything was done very quickly and professionally. Now I still have to send the repaired unit to the Swedish workshop and then hopefully the Honda can f…“
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Gerd Goldammerlast week„Ok.“
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