VW Audi Seat Skoda Airbag Impact Sensor SRC is a component from the Electronic Control Units and Controllers category, designed to work with the factory security system of Volkswagen Group vehicles. A used sensor from the original Volkswagen production line ensures consistency with the factory electrical architecture and predictable operation within the airbag system. This is a practical solution for workshops and users looking for a proven module for professional SRS system repair.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 1K0955557A
- Mark: Volkswagen
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 1K0955557A
- Substitutable numbers: 1K0955557A, 1K0 955 557 A, 0232ES41747T
- Category: ECUs & Computer Modules
Purpose and Role in the SRS System
The SRC airbag impact sensor is responsible for registering overloads during a collision and transmitting a signal to the SRS system controller. A correctly selected and functional module is crucial for maintaining the functionality of airbags and side curtains, and thus for the safety of the driver and passengers.
This component works with the factory electrical system of VW Group vehicles, which allows for the preservation of the original operating logic of the safety system, without the need for modifications to wiring harnesses or controller software.
Application in Volkswagen Group Vehicles
The VW Audi Seat Skoda Airbag Impact Sensor SRC has been designed with the platforms used in popular models of the group in mind. This allows it to be used as a replacement in vehicles where a module with compatible electrical and software parameters is required.
Its original origin from the Volkswagen line promotes compatibility with:
- factory airbag controllers,
- crash sensor installations,
- computer diagnostics used in authorized service centers and independent workshops.
Benefits of Using an Original Electronic Module
Choosing a used, original impact sensor from the Electronic Control Units and Controllers category is a solution that combines cost control with maintaining the parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer. This type of module:
- maintains consistency with the factory SRS system architecture,
- facilitates diagnostics and adaptation using standard service tools,
- reduces the risk of communication errors in the vehicle's bus.
For workshops specializing in automotive electronics, this is a practical component that allows for professional repair of the safety system without the need to use unreliable aftermarket alternatives.
Condition, Verification, and Installation
The offered sensor is from a dismantled vehicle and is marked as a used original part. Modules of this type are often chosen by service centers that prioritize parts with preserved factory specifications while also aiming to optimize repair costs.
Before installation, it is recommended to:
- verify compatibility with the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers in the service documentation,
- check the vehicle's electrical system for collision-related damage,
- perform SRS system diagnostics after installation and clear any fault codes.
Professional installation by a qualified workshop allows for the full utilization of the module's potential and restoration of correct airbag system operation.
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