What is a Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit?
The Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit is the central safety unit that activates all occupant restraint systems in the event of an accident. It precisely monitors sensors, stores relevant crash data, and ensures the proper and rapid operation of all airbag modules in the vehicle to provide maximum occupant safety.
This microcontroller-controlled system is specifically designed for the Daihatsu Tanto L375 model series, produced from December 2007 to October 2013. It reliably detects collisions and controls the activation of the airbags and seat belt pretensioners.
The unit is critical to the vehicle's overall safety system by continuously monitoring its own functions and reporting any errors via the vehicle display or the airbag warning light.
Why is the Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit defective?
The Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit often fails because it stores crash data after an accident, preventing it from being used again. Internal hardware defects, such as a faulty EEPROM memory, or external influences such as water damage and overvoltage can also cause failure, compromising vehicle safety.
After an accident, the control unit is usually locked to prevent accidental activation. It must then be reset or repaired by a specialized service center.
Another common cause of malfunctions is aging of electronic components or sporadic errors in the internal software. This leads to the activation of the airbag warning light and impairs the functionality of the system.
Common error codes for Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit repair
There are no publicly documented, model-specific trouble codes for the Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control units. However, common B-codes such as B1000 or B1010 indicate internal control unit issues that may require diagnosis or repair, even if they are not directly related to the Tanto L375.
- B1000 → Control unit communication error → Communication with the airbag ECU is disrupted.
- B1010 → Memory error in the control unit → Internal memory unit of the ECU defective.
- B1100 → Software/Firmware Error → Faulty software or firmware within the control unit.
- B1200 → EEPROM memory defect → Damage to the non-volatile memory in the airbag ECU.
These general error codes may indicate problems with the airbag control unit itself. However, an accurate diagnosis requires specialized diagnostic equipment that provides access to manufacturer-specific information.
What part numbers are available for the Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit repair?
For the Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit repair, two verified OEM part number sets are primarily relevant: 89170-B2830 (Daihatsu) combined with Bosch 0 285 013 561 and 89170-B2A90 (Daihatsu) together with Bosch 0 285 011 904. These guarantee 100% compatibility and functionality for your vehicle.
The **Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit** is listed by the vehicle manufacturer under the OEM numbers 89170-B2830 and 89170-B2A90. Bosch is known as the supplier of these critical components with the corresponding part numbers 0 285 013 561 and 0 285 011 904.
The suffix "95640" is often used in conjunction with Bosch part numbers and is an internal type number. This precise information is crucial for a successful Daihatsu Tanto L375 airbag control unit repair or replacement.
No validated alternative or replacement part numbers from other manufacturers were found for this specific airbag control unit. Therefore, only these verified original parts should be used for repair or replacement.