What is a Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control module?
The Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control module is your vehicle's central safety unit, responsible for monitoring and deploying the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in the event of a collision. It is critical for the proper functioning of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and stores important diagnostic data. Its repair is crucial for driving safety.
This module, also known as the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), is the intelligent control center of the passive restraint system.
It continuously monitors sensors to trigger pyrotechnic igniters for airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in milliseconds in the event of an accident.
The control unit was specifically developed for the Dodge Viper SR II series from 1996 to 2002, including the high-performance ACR variant from 1999 onwards.
Why is the Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control unit defective?
A Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control unit often fails due to accident events that store "crash data" in the module and prevent its reactivation, or due to age-related internal memory or power supply failures. These defects require a professional Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control unit repair.
After an impact, the control unit stores non-erasable "crash data" and "hard codes" that block the system.
This condition requires a special reset or professional repair to restore full functionality.
Malfunctions can also occur due to internal electronic errors, power supply problems or communication failures with other vehicle systems.
Such failures result in an activated airbag warning light and compromise the safety of the vehicle.
Common error codes for Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control unit repair
In Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control module repair, specific error codes indicate problems within the module itself, including internal memory errors, communication problems, or malfunctions in the trigger circuit, which require precise diagnosis. A professional diagnosis is the first step in resolving the failure.
These B-codes and U-codes come directly from the airbag control unit and are crucial for diagnosis.
Reading is done via OBD-II with special scan tools that capture B-codes from the airbag control unit.
- B1000: Control unit communication error – The module reports problems with internal or external data transmission.
- B1010: Airbag Control Module Internal Memory Error – A critical error occurred in the module’s internal data memory.
- B1055: Airbag control module self-test error – The control module failed an internal functional test.
- B1100: Sensor interface error in the control unit – problems processing the data from the impact sensors.
- B1200: Airbag control module deployment circuit fault – Malfunction in the system that deploys the airbags.
- B1500: Airbag control module power supply error – The module is receiving no or unstable power supply.
- B1600: Airbag Control Module Memory Error – A general malfunction in the internal memory area of the module.
- B1850: Communication error with other control units (e.g. OKS) – The airbag module cannot communicate correctly with relevant vehicle components.
- U0151: Occupant Restraint Controller Communication Error – A malfunction in the communication to or from the seat occupant detection system.
What part numbers are available for the Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control unit repair?
For a successful Dodge Viper ACR SR II airbag control module repair, specific Mopar OEM part numbers are crucial, including 4865582AB and 4865582AC, which ensure exact compatibility with your vehicle and apply only to the control module. Exact part number matching is essential for safety.
These part numbers are for the airbag control unit only and not for sensors or other components of the airbag system.
It is strongly recommended to ensure exact part number matching when replacing or repairing to ensure compatibility and function.
The modules are programmed specifically for each vehicle, and in many cases reprogramming or calibration is necessary after replacement.
- 4865582AB: Mopar / Dodge Genuine OEM Airbag Control Unit (2003-2006 Viper, incl. ACR)
- 4865582AC: Mopar / Dodge Genuine OEM Airbag Control Unit (2003-2006 Viper, incl. ACR)
- 4848802AE: Mopar / Dodge Genuine OEM Airbag Control Unit (older models, 1997-2002)
- 68303219AA: Mopar / Dodge Genuine OEM Airbag Control Unit (newer Viper models up to 2017)
- P04865582AB: Mopar / Dodge Genuine OEM Airbag Control Module (specifically 2003 model)