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SRS / Airbag Module Reset & Repair

DFW Mobile and Mail-In programming for shops, rebuilders and independent mechanics.

Mobile service is available in the Dallas / Fort Worth service area. Mail-in accepted nationwide. Every job backed by a 1-year unlimited guarantee.

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SRS / Airbag Module Reset & Repair
BENCH / OEM PROGRAM
Flat-rate pricing - confirmed before any work begins
Quotes are free - no obligation.
Quotes returned in under 4 business hours
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Built around what your shop actually needs.

About this service.

Why Body Shops and Recyclers Choose Core Auto Logic

After deployment, airbag control modules store crash data that must be cleared by the manufacturer or by EEPROM-level repair. We clear deployment counters and crash codes on supported platforms - control modules only. We do not service inflators, sensors, seat belts, or any deployable hardware.

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EEPROM Crash Data Clear
On supported control modules, we read and rewrite the EEPROM to clear deployment counters and crash flags. The module returns to a pre-deployment state ready for re-installation.
EEPROM
Module-Only Service
We work on airbag control modules at the bench level only. Inflators, sensors, seat belts and any deployable component is not part of our scope - replace those per OEM procedure.
MODULE
Programming Report Provided
Every job ships back with a report showing pre and post crash counter values, software version and module status - so the recipient shop has documentation for the repair order.
DOCS
Mail-In Bench Service - Nationwide
Ship the SRS / airbag control module with the VIN and a brief description. We crash-clear, verify no DTCs and ship back. 1-2 business day turnaround on most platforms.
Pre-paid label Bench-tested Tracked return Module-only service
MAIL-IN · TRACKED · INSURED
1-2 DAY TURNAROUND

Two Ways to Get Your SRS / Airbag Module Reset & Repair Done

Ship it to us for bench service, or book a mobile visit if you're in the DFW metro. Either way, the work is guaranteed.

We Come to Your Shop

Vehicle never leaves the lift. Mobile tech arrives with OEM Software and Custom Tools and a J2534 interface.

  1. Schedule a visitOnsite work is typically scheduled within 24-48 hours; same-day may be available
  2. Tech arrives on-siteRoute window confirmed before arrival, full tool kit in the van
  3. Service in-vehicleFlash, VIN pair and adaptation reset on your lift
  4. Verification driveShort drive cycle to verify the work before we leave
COVERAGE
DFW Metroplex
Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, Frisco, Irving
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Ship Us the Module

Bench flash + VIN pair + CAN-sim test. Return timing is confirmed in the quote response.

  1. Request intakeSubmit VIN, donor VIN and core info online or by phone
  2. Ship with pre-paid labelWe email a tracked label after quote approval
  3. Bench program & testFull flash, VIN write, adaptation, CAN-sim verify
  4. Tracked returnShipped back insured with QA scan and programming report
TURNAROUND
3-5 business days door-to-door
Bench work after intake and QA
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VEHICLE EXAMPLES

SRS module examples by vehicle

Representative vehicle pages for restraint-control module diagnosis, crash-data service, and airbag warning light workflows.

2019 Honda Accord SRS module service example Restraint-control diagnostics and post-repair module verification context. 2016 Chevrolet Malibu airbag module reset example GM SDM crash-data clearing and warning-light diagnosis context. 2013 BMW 3 Series airbag control module example European restraint module, coding, and post-scan planning context. 2021 Dodge Charger SRS repair example ORC module service and crash-data workflow context.

Everything covered in this service

Every job is bench-tested, logged and documented. No guesswork, no try-and-see flashes.

Crash Data Clear & Reset
CRASH
We reset or replace the RCM with clean crash data so the airbag system comes fully back online after a collision. Every reset is confirmed by a post-program scan showing zero crash-data DTCs.
Module Cloning
CLONE
Clone the VIN linkage and configuration from a failed or corrupted RCM to a replacement module - preserving the vehicle's restraint configuration without starting from scratch.
Replacement Module Programming
REPLACE
New and remanufactured RCMs require VIN write and variant configuration via OEM diagnostic software before the airbag system becomes operational. We handle the full initialization sequence.
Bench Repair for Damaged Modules
BENCH
Water-damaged or voltage-spiked RCMs with repairable circuit faults can be component-level repaired and reprogrammed - often at a fraction of new-module cost.
Mail-In Nationwide Service
MAIL
Ship the RCM with the VIN and symptom summary. We reset crash data, reprogram, and return with a full programming report. 1-3 business day turnaround on most platforms.
Control Modules Only - Clear Scope
SCOPE
We service the electronic control module only. We do not replace airbag cushions, squib cartridges, or seat belt pretensioner hardware - that work stays with your body shop.
TOOL CAPABILITY MATRIX

Capable platforms for this work

Platforms used for restraint module diagnostics, crash-data service, EEPROM work, and post-repair scan verification.

Crash-data bench reset
BENCH PROGRAMMER
Alientech / Autotuner / Orange5 / Scanmatik / Flex / VVDI2 / PCMFlash / CGDI / X-Prog Used when the restraint module stores crash data that cannot be cleared correctly over OBD.
Bench access required Bench/chip-level only
Source basis: Bench programmer source packet for airbag, EEPROM, and chip read/write support documentation.
EEPROM and MCU read/write
BENCH PROGRAMMER
Alientech / Autotuner / Orange5 / Scanmatik / Flex / VVDI2 / PCMFlash / CGDI / X-Prog Used for chip-level data handling, validation, and safe backup before write operations.
Bench access required Bench/chip-level only
Source basis: Bench programmer documentation for EEPROM, MCU, and ECU data handling.
Post-repair scan, coding, and verification
AFTERMARKET PLATFORM
Autel, Launch Tech, Topdon / OEM software Used after repair to confirm no restraint-system faults remain and the module communicates normally.
Coverage varies by vehicle Security gateway access required
Source basis: Scanner-vendor and OEM service-function documentation.

SRS / Airbag Module Failure Indicators

Symptoms that point to an airbag control module that needs crash-clearing or replacement. We service the module only - never the inflators or deployable hardware.

Airbag Light On After Repair
Cluster airbag lamp will not extinguish even though all sensors and inflators have been replaced. Crash data is still stored in the SRS module EEPROM.
Crash Data Stored
Scan tool reports "crash data present" or "deployment counter > 0" - module needs an EEPROM clear before it will re-arm the system.
No Communication With SRS
U0151 "Lost Communication With SRS" - module is locked, bricked, or improperly programmed for the vehicle.
B-codes That Will Not Clear
B1000-series B-codes that re-set after every clear attempt point to internal SRS module faults that need bench review.

Common reasons customers book this service

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After airbag deployment the restraint control module locks and stores crash data permanently. The RCM must be replaced or bench-reset and reprogrammed before any fault codes clear. Control module work only - hardware squibs and pretensioners require a body shop.
A steady airbag warning light usually indicates a fault stored in the RCM. Causes include a previously deployed airbag reset improperly, a seat belt pretensioner circuit fault, or a soft code from low battery during module initialization. We retrieve the DTC and clear or reprogram as appropriate.
Donor RCMs carry the previous vehicle's crash data and VIN. A used RCM with stored crash data cannot simply be installed - it will illuminate the airbag light and disable passive restraints. We clone or re-provision to your VIN with clean crash data.
Hard codes in the RCM - B1200, B1318, B1934, and similar - indicate the module detected an out-of-range condition and latched. Some can be cleared by reflashing; others require a bench repair or replacement module.
Body repair often involves disconnecting SRS circuits - seat belt pretensioners, side curtain modules, seat occupancy sensors. If connectors were disturbed during repair, the RCM may have logged faults that need to be cleared and verified after reassembly.

From quote to delivery

How we move a job from intake to fully programmed and verified.

  1. Submit VIN + SymptomSend us the VIN and describe the situation: collision deployment, warning light, used module install, or specific DTC. We confirm scope and quote within 4 business hours.
    Submit VIN + Symptom - Core Auto Logic airbag-srs-repair step 1
  2. Module Removal and ShipmentFor mail-in, remove the RCM (typically located under the center console or floor console - platform dependent), wrap it in anti-static packaging, and ship to us. We provide a pre-paid tracked label.
    Module Removal and Shipment - Core Auto Logic airbag-srs-repair step 2
  3. Bench Programming or RepairWe clear crash data, write the VIN, configure variant options, and perform a post-program scan. Water-damaged units go through component-level repair before programming. All work is logged.
    Bench Programming or Repair - Core Auto Logic airbag-srs-repair step 3
  4. Return and Final VerificationModule ships back with a full work report. Install, clear any residual body-system DTCs, and confirm zero SRS codes on the final scan. Airbag system is ready for delivery.
    Return and Final Verification - Core Auto Logic airbag-srs-repair step 4

Frequently Asked Questions

On many platforms, yes - the RCM can be bench-reset so that crash data is cleared and the module is returned to a pre-deployment state. This is platform-specific; some RCMs are one-use and must be replaced after deployment. We confirm at intake.
No. We service the electronic restraint control module (RCM/SDM/SAS) only. Airbag cushion replacement, squib cartridge replacement, and seat belt pretensioner installation are mechanical work that belongs with a qualified body shop or technician.
Yes - this is one of the most common RCM jobs we do. Some vehicles have a "soft" crash event stored in the module from an impact that did not deploy the bags. We retrieve the crash data, assess the event, and clear or reprogram as appropriate.
Yes. We retrieve the DTC, determine if the source is stored crash data, a prior deployment, a missing module, or a circuit fault, and address the root cause via programming or module service. We do not guess or clear codes without understanding the cause.
Mail-in RCM reset or reprogramming typically turns around in 1-2 business days once we receive the module. Rush handling may be available after quote review. Mobile on-vehicle service at your DFW location is also available for select platforms.
Yes - one year, unlimited miles. If the airbag light returns due to our programming work within that period, we resolve it at no charge. This does not cover new hardware faults in the airbag circuits unrelated to the module programming.
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Every flash, calibration and programming job is backed by one of the strongest warranties in the industry. If it doesn't work, we fix it. If we can't fix it, you don't pay. Simple.

1-Year Unlimited Miles
Programming covered from the day we ship
No Fix, No Charge
Zero risk to you or your shop
Free Re-Flash
If it needs another pass, it's on us
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