What is a Pontiac Montana 2005-2009 airbag control module?
The 2005-2009 Pontiac Montana airbag control unit, also known as the SRS control unit, is your vehicle's central safety unit. It continuously monitors the restraint systems, processes data from crash sensors, and precisely deploys the airbags and seatbelt pretensioners in the event of an accident to provide optimal occupant protection.
This module stores important system information and error codes. It is essential for the proper functioning of all airbag components and thus for occupant safety.
After an accident, it often needs to be reset or repaired to restore full functionality and deactivate the airbag warning light.
Why is the Pontiac Montana 2005-2009 airbag control module defective?
A 2005-2009 Pontiac Montana airbag control module is typically considered defective because, after an accident, it stores so-called crash data or "hard codes" in its internal memory. This data blocks further system function, even if the module is physically undamaged, and requires a special repair or reset.
In addition to accident-related data, internal electronic defects or voltage spikes can also cause a failure. Such problems often result in the airbag warning light remaining permanently illuminated.
The repair focuses on professionally erasing this crash data. This restores the control unit to like-new condition without the need for an expensive replacement.
Common error codes for Pontiac Montana 2005-2009 airbag control unit repair
When diagnosing or repairing the 2005-2009 Pontiac Montana airbag control module, specific trouble codes may occur that indicate problems with the control module itself. Clearing these trouble codes is critical to deactivating the warning light and restoring airbag system functionality.
- B1000 → Control Unit Communication Error → This code indicates a problem in the communication between the airbag control unit and other systems.
- B0052 → Airbag Control Unit DTC (Crash Code) → This critical error code is stored after an accident and requires a reset of the control unit.
Other airbag error codes usually affect sensors or seatbelt pretensioners and aren't directly related to the control unit itself. A professional diagnosis is always recommended.
What part numbers are available for the Pontiac Montana 2005-2009 airbag control unit repair?
There are currently no publicly verified OEM part numbers for the airbag control unit in Pontiac Montana models from 2005 to 2009. This means that precise identification of the control unit is often achieved using the vehicle identification number (VIN) or by reading the currently installed module during a Pontiac Montana 2005-2009 airbag control unit repair.
An OEM part number 19330851 has been identified for the Pontiac Montana airbag clockspring. However, this component is separate from the airbag control module.
Since there are no specific OEM part numbers for the control unit, the repair service is often the most efficient solution. This service will repair your existing, defective control unit, regardless of the exact part number.