An Air Bag Module is the "brain" behind the airbag system that tells the airbag whether or not to deploy.

Where is the Airbag Control Module located?

The location for this unit varies with manufacturer, but is most often underneath one of the front seats. Generally, an airbag control module has an arrow on the case pointing toward the front of the vehicle.

Do I have to have a new one if my airbag deploys?

This varies by make and model of car. In many cars before year 2000, the module would reset upon installation of undeployed airbags. After year 2000, many cars require the module to be reset/replaced as a matter of course when either/both airbags deploy.

How will I know it needs to be reset?

There are a couple of ways - your airbag light may be on (signaling there is some sort of fault even if your airbags have no deployed); your airbag light won't go off after the installation of undeployed airbags, or your dealer/mechanic mentions a problem to you. It's a safe bet after airbag deployment that your module will need to be reset or replaced.

My dealer told me it had to be replaced with a new one

Many dealers will tell you that in order to sell a module. Other dealers simply are not aware that modules can be reset. We are not aware of any modules that absolutely cannot be reset - there may be some out there - we just haven't encountered them yet.

How long will it take?

If we have the module you need in stock we can ship it to you with no wait. If we need to reset yours then it will be approximately 10-14 business days from when we receive your module. The cost is $135 and that includes shipping it back to you. Our work is guaranteed.

I see that you have some modules on eBay but it looks like there is more than one for my make/model of car - how do I know which one is the one I need?

Each module has a part or serial number on it - the safest thing to do is get a direct match to that part/serial number as modules vary depending on number of airbags in the car, etc....