What is a Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit?
The Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit is the central safety unit that activates all occupant restraint systems in the event of an accident. It continuously monitors sensors, stores relevant crash data, and ensures the proper functioning of all airbag modules in the vehicle for maximum safety.
This safety-relevant module was specially developed for the Ferrari 458 Speciale high-performance sports car.
It plays a crucial role in coordinating airbag deployment and is connected to other vehicle systems via the CAN bus.
Why is the Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit defective?
A faulty Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit often requires a repair due to internal component wear, voltage spikes, or a stored crash event. This leads to system failures, a persistent warning light, or the inability to activate the airbags.
Common causes are internal memory errors or communication problems in the control unit itself.
Power supply errors can also lead to failure, making professional diagnostics essential to identify and repair the faulty module.
Common error codes for Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit repair
During a Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit repair, specific B-codes are typical. These indicate internal control unit problems rather than sensors or other airbag components. These error codes require specialized diagnostics of the airbag control unit.
- B1000 → Control unit communication error → Problems with data transmission or internal bus systems of the airbag ECU.
- B1010 → Airbag control unit internal memory error → Corruption or defect of the module's internal database memory.
- B1020 → Airbag control unit voltage supply fault → Open circuit or faulty voltage in the control unit power supply path.
- B1050 → Airbag control unit diagnostic communication error → The control unit cannot communicate correctly with diagnostic devices.
- B1100 → Airbag control unit error in the internal sensor interface → Problem in the processing path of the internal sensor signals of the control unit (not external crash sensor).
- B1200 → Airbag ECU EEPROM data error → Damaged or faulty data in the control unit's permanent memory.
- B1300 → Control unit self-test error → The airbag control unit failed an internal self-test, which indicates a hardware defect.
What part numbers are available for the Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit repair?
For the **Ferrari 458 Speciale F142 airbag control unit repair**, two main OEM part numbers are relevant that identify the exact airbag control unit: the Ferrari original part number 311930 and the Bosch OEM part number 220244103. These numbers are verified for the specific model series.
The Ferrari part number 311930 is listed directly in the official spare parts catalogs and represents the original control unit.
The Bosch part number 220244103 belongs to the original equipment module that was installed in the Ferrari 458 Speciale models and is fully compatible for a reliable repair.