What is a Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit?
The Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit is the central safety unit that activates all occupant restraint systems in the event of an accident. It precisely monitors sensors, stores relevant crash data, and ensures the proper functioning of all airbag modules and seatbelt pretensioners to provide maximum protection in the vehicle.
This electronic control unit continuously receives data from acceleration sensors and crash sensors in the vehicle. It processes this information in milliseconds using the EVA principle.
The module makes lightning-fast decisions about whether and when airbags should be deployed in the event of an accident. It is therefore essential for the passive safety of the Toyota Etios Liva.
Why is the Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit defective?
A Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit typically fails when it stores crash data after an accident, triggering a fault condition. Internal component failures, voltage spikes, or age-related wear are also common causes of failure. This requires diagnosis and often a specialized Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit repair.
After an impact, the control unit stores detailed crash data. This data often blocks the module and prevents it from functioning again, necessitating replacement or reset.
A failure can also be caused by electrical problems such as short circuits or overvoltage. The electronics inside the device are sensitive to such interference.
If the airbag control unit is faulty, the airbag warning light on the dashboard will usually illuminate. This is a clear sign that the system is no longer functioning properly and that you should visit a workshop.
Common error codes for Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit repair
During Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit repair, specific error codes are read out, indicating malfunctions in the module itself or the connected airbag circuits. These B-codes are crucial for an accurate diagnosis and targeted repair of the error to restore system functionality.
- B1000/31 → Center Airbag Sensor Assembly Malfunction → Central airbag sensor defect.
- B1651/33 → Manual Cut off Switch Trouble → Problem with the manual cut off switch.
- B1660/43 → Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Indicator Circuit Malfunction → Malfunction in the passenger airbag indicator circuit.
- B1800/51 → Short in Driver Side Squib Circuit → Short circuit in the driver side airbag squib circuit.
- B1801/51 → Open in Driver Side Squib Circuit → Open circuit in the driver side airbag squib circuit.
- B1802/51 → Short to GND in Driver Side Squib Circuit → Short circuit to ground in the driver airbag squib circuit.
- B1803/51 → Short to B+ in Driver Side Squib Circuit → Short to positive in the driver airbag squib circuit.
- B1805/52 → Short in Front Passenger Side Squib Circuit → Short circuit in the front passenger airbag squib circuit.
- B1806/52 → Open in Front Passenger Side Squib Circuit → Open in the front passenger airbag squib circuit.
- B1807/52 → (Squib Circuit Error) → Unknown error in the igniter circuit.
What part numbers are available for Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit repair?
For professional Toyota Etios Liva airbag control unit repairs, only specific OEM part numbers must be used to ensure compatibility and safety. These include the Toyota original part number 89170-0D510 and the Ten supplier part number 231000-5220, which have been verified as exact matches.
The main part number from Toyota itself is 89170-0D510. This has been confirmed multiple times by official parts catalogs and reset service providers.
There is also part number 231000-5220, which comes from supplier Ten. This number is often mentioned in conjunction with the Toyota OEM part and is also validated as a suitable part.
When repairing or replacing, it is essential to pay attention to these exact OEM numbers. This ensures that the module functions correctly in the vehicle and meets safety standards.
No other alternative or replacement OEM numbers with 100% matching were found for this specific airbag control unit.