What is an Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit?
The Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit is the central safety unit that activates all occupant restraint systems in the event of an accident. It monitors sensors, stores crash data, and ensures the proper functioning of all airbag modules in the vehicle, which is essential for safety and requires precise Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair.
This sophisticated electronic module, also known as the SRS Control Module, is responsible for monitoring and deploying the vehicle's airbag systems.
It continuously processes signals from impact sensors, belt pretensioners and seat occupancy sensors.
The control unit is seamlessly integrated into the vehicle network via the CAN bus and communicates with other safety-relevant systems such as ABS and VDC.
Why is the Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit defective?
An Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit often fails because, after an impact—even without airbag deployment—it permanently stores specific crash data that blocks the system and prevents it from restarting. Internal hardware errors, voltage spikes, or age-related wear can also cause a failure that requires professional Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair.
The retention of crash data is a major cause, even when the airbags haven't deployed. This often leads to a permanent error message in the system.
Internal electronic defects or software errors can also lead to failure, making diagnosis and repair essential.
Occasionally, communication errors in the vehicle network or power supply problems can simulate or actually cause an airbag control unit failure.
Common error codes for Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair
During Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair, specific error codes occur that directly indicate internal module issues or stored crash data. These codes usually identify a problem directly with the control unit itself, not with external sensors or airbags, and are crucial for a precise diagnosis to correct a defective condition.
- B1000 → Control unit communication error → The airbag control unit cannot communicate properly with the vehicle.
- B1015 → Airbag control unit error / crash data stored → The module has an internal defect or impact information has been permanently stored.
- B1018 → Driver side airbag module open (control unit detected) → The control unit detects an open circuit to the driver airbag module.
- B1139 → Airbag control unit internal error → A generic internal defect was detected within the airbag control unit.
- B1148 → Passenger curtain airbag control unit error (control unit specific) → The airbag control unit reports a problem with the passenger curtain airbag.
What part numbers are available for the Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair?
For the Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair, specific OEM part numbers of the identical Infiniti G37 are required, as no separate numbers exist for the IPL G Coupe. These numbers guarantee compatibility with your vehicle and are essential for safely replacing or resetting the defective module to prevent failure.
The Infiniti IPL G Coupe is technically based on the G37 Coupé, so the compatible airbag control units are identical.
These OEM part numbers are exclusively from Infiniti/Nissan and guarantee original quality and a perfect fit.
- 98820-JK83B → Genuine SRS Airbag Control Module → Infiniti/Nissan OEM part number, compatible with G37 models (2008-2013).
- K851M-JK600 → Airbag Module Assembly, Driver → Original OEM part number, fits Infiniti G37 and IPL G Coupe.
- K8820-1VZ0A → Diag Unit W/Sens → Another original OEM number listed as a diagnostic unit with sensors for the G37.
No separate OEM part numbers have been identified explicitly for the Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit, so these G37 parts are the only exact equivalents for your Infiniti IPL G Coupe airbag control unit repair.
Reputable suppliers and workshops always recommend checking the exact part number of the originally installed control unit.
Programming or coding of the replaced or repaired control unit is usually required after installation in the workshop in order to permanently correct errors.