What is an Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit?
The Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit is the central safety unit that precisely activates all occupant restraint systems, such as airbags and seatbelt pretensioners, in the event of an accident. It continuously monitors crash sensors and stores important crash data, ensuring the proper function and safety of all connected airbag modules in the vehicle.
This module, also called the SRS ECU, is crucial for your safety and a functioning restraint system. It is typically located in a well-protected location in the driver's footwell or center console.
A faulty control unit can activate the airbag warning light and prevent the airbags from deploying in an emergency, requiring immediate repair.
Why is the Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit defective?
The Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit often fails because it stores immutable crash data after an accident, requiring a reset. Because this data blocks the system, the airbag warning light is triggered, and the control unit must be reset to restore its full functionality for your safety.
A common cause of failure is the retention of hard crash data, even from minor collisions. This data prevents the system from being re-armed without a professional reset.
Internal memory errors or communication problems can also damage the control unit. Such electronic defects often require specialized diagnostics and subsequent repair of the module.
Common error codes for Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit repair
During the Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit repair, B-codes are primarily diagnosed, which indicate internal problems with the control unit. These error codes usually signal stored crash data, communication problems, or memory defects that require a specialized module reset.
- B1000: Control unit communication error → The airbag control unit cannot communicate correctly with other vehicle modules.
- B1001: Memory error in airbag control unit → An internal memory damage in the module prevents correct function.
- B1005: Airbag ECU Internal Error → The airbag control unit has detected a serious internal error.
- B1010: Crash data memory full (Hard Crash Data) → After an accident, permanent crash data is stored in the memory, which makes a reset necessary.
- B1020: Control unit initialization error → The airbag control unit could not start properly after switching on.
- B1030: Internal memory error airbag control unit → There is a defect in the internal data memory of the airbag control unit.
- B1050: Communication error ECU to other control units → The communication between the airbag control unit and other vehicle control units is disrupted.
- B1060: Faulty data in the control unit after an accident → Incorrect or corrupted accident data is stored in the control unit.
- B1065: Reset required after accident → The airbag control unit must be reset after an accident in order to function again.
- B1081: EEPROM memory error in the control unit → A problem in the EEPROM memory of the airbag control unit prevents data from being saved correctly.
What part numbers are available for the Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control unit repair?
For Infiniti M45 Y50 airbag control module repairs, specific OEM part numbers exist that identify the original or replacement driver module. These numbers are crucial for ensuring the control module's compatibility with your vehicle and for finding the correct unit for a professional reset.
The only 100% verified original part numbers for the Infiniti M45 Y50 driver's side airbag control module are K851M-EH001 and K851M-EH100. These identify the original equipment module.
Y851M-EH001 and Y851M-EH100 are listed as official replacement or successor part numbers for the repair. A careful check of your installed part number is essential for correct assignment.
It's important to note that these numbers explicitly identify airbag control units as part of the driver's airbag modules. Supplier part numbers are not specifically listed for this model.