What is a Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control module?
A Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit is your vehicle's central safety unit, responsible for monitoring and activating the entire occupant restraint system. It receives signals from crash sensors, stores relevant accident data, and precisely deploys airbags and seatbelt pretensioners when necessary to ensure occupant safety.
This module, also called the SRS Control Unit, is an essential component of passive safety and works during every journey.
It continuously monitors the status of all connected components such as sensors and airbag ignition circuits.
After an accident, the control unit stores important crash data, which often causes the airbag warning light to stay lit.
Why is the Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit faulty?
The Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control module may be defective because it has stored crash data after an impact that cannot be erased without special tools, or internal electronic components may fail due to age. Voltage fluctuations or water damage can also cause failures that require repair or replacement of the module.
Internal errors in the control unit can result in permanent airbag warning lights, even if no sensors are defective.
After the airbags are deployed, the control unit is usually locked because it irrevocably stores the crash data and a reset can only be performed by specialists.
Often, age-related fatigue of the solder joints or moisture ingress lead to malfunctions of the airbag control unit.
Common error codes for Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit repair
The most common error codes for Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit repairs directly indicate internal module defects, power supply issues, or deployed airbags. These specific codes allow for a precise diagnosis of whether the airbag control unit itself is the cause of the malfunction and requires repair.
- 1-1, 1-2 → Open circuit or high resistance in Driver Airbag Module → Airbag ECU (driver airbag module)
- 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-5, 5-8 → Internal errors in the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (battery/power supply check recommended)
- 6-1 to 6-8 → Internal error of the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (variant internal module error)
- 7-1, 7-2, 7-3 → Internal error of the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (internal module error)
- 8-1, 8-2, 8-5, 8-6 → Internal error of the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (internal module error)
- 9-1 → SRS error or warning light → Airbag ECU (General system error)
- 9-2 → Internal power supply error in the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (power supply problems)
- 10-1 → Airbag deployed (Deployed) → Airbag ECU (crash data saved)
- 1 7-2 → Internal error of the SRS control unit, check battery or charging system → Airbag ECU (power supply related module error)
- 87-31 → Internal error of the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (specific internal module error)
- 91-1x → Internal error of the SRS control unit → Airbag ECU (Series internal module error)
- 91-2x → Short circuit in the SRS indicator circuit → Airbag ECU (warning light problem)
What part numbers are available for the Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit repair?
There are several specific OEM part numbers for the Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control module repair, ensuring exact compatibility with your vehicle. It is crucial to match the part number of the defective module with that of the replacement part to ensure successful repair and proper airbag system functionality.
The exact part number is printed on the control unit itself and should be checked before any repair or replacement.
These numbers guarantee that the replacement part has the correct specifications and software for your 7th generation Honda Civic model.
Some of the most common and 100% verified OEM part numbers for the Honda Civic 7th Gen Airbag Control Module are:
- 77960-S5P-A12-1M1
- 77960-S5AA-811-M1
- 77960-S5PA-121-M1
- 77960-T39-A910-M1
Honda Civic 7th Gen Airbag Control Unit Repair and Compatibility
Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit repairs are reserved for specialized services, as they require precision and expertise to erase stored crash data or correct internal defects. This control unit is specifically designed for models from 2001 to 2005 and ensures the correct functioning of the safety systems only in these models.
The airbag control unit is compatible with the Honda Civic 7th generation types EU, ES, EP, EM and EV, regardless of the body variant.
For optimal function and safety, the part number should always be checked before installation.
For safety reasons, installation or repair of the module must always be carried out by qualified personnel.
After a successful service of the Honda Civic 7th Gen airbag control unit, re-coding is usually not required as the module is delivered ready to install.