Pontiac Airbag Module Reset Service – Crash Data & Hard Code Removal
When your Pontiac’s airbag light stays illuminated after an accident, it is almost always caused by crash data stored inside the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control module. This internal crash record cannot be cleared with a standard OBD-II scan tool, dealership diagnostic equipment, or by disconnecting the battery. Modern Pontiac SRS units—whether built by Delphi, TRW, Bosch, or Autoliv—lock themselves after a deployment event to prevent tampering. Our professional reset service restores your original module to pre-accident condition by removing crash data at the EEPROM/MCU level, ensuring the module becomes fully functional again without any coding or reprogramming.
What Is the SRS Control Module?
The SRS or “Airbag Control Module” is the central processor for the airbag system. It receives input from crash sensors, seatbelt pretensioners, passenger occupancy sensors, and CAN bus signals. When deployment conditions are met, the module triggers airbags and pretensioners within milliseconds. After any deployment—sometimes even minor ones—the SRS module stores a non-erasable crash log inside its memory. Once stored, these records prevent the system from resetting, which keeps the airbag light illuminated until the memory is cleared professionally.
Common Pontiac SRS Codes That Our Reset Service Fixes
- “Crash Event Storage Full”
- “Deployment Command Recorded”
- “Control Module Locked”
- “Hardware Fault—Internal Error”
- Seatbelt pretensioner deployment codes
- Driver airbag deployment stored
- Passenger airbag deployment stored
- Non-clearable hard codes that return instantly after clearing
All of these are caused by locked crash memory, not live wiring faults. Resetting the module restores its ability to operate normally once reinstalled.
Pontiac Models We Support (1998–2010)
Our reset service covers nearly all Pontiac vehicles, including older models that use Motorola/Freescale processors and newer models using Renesas or Infineon architecture.
- Pontiac G6
- Pontiac Grand Prix
- Pontiac Grand Am
- Pontiac Bonneville
- Pontiac Vibe
- Pontiac Montana / SV6
- Pontiac Sunfire
- Pontiac Aztek
- Pontiac G5 / Pursuit
- Pontiac Torrent
If your Pontiac is not listed, it is almost certainly still supported.
Supported SRS Module Manufacturers
- Delphi
- Bosch
- TRW
- Autoliv
- Siemens VDO
Common Pontiac SRS Module Part Numbers
These part numbers are extremely common in Pontiac vehicles and fully supported by our reset process:
- 10370169 / 10370170 / 10370171
- 09364488
- 15230038 / 15230039
- 19180979
- 25746225 / 25746226
- 22732115
- GM 15279238
- GM 15913309
If your part number varies slightly, it is almost always compatible. GM reused SRS architectures across many platforms, so different numbers often correspond to the same internal design.
What This Service Includes
We perform a full reset of the SRS module memory using professional bench equipment. Our process includes:
- Reading the MCU or EEPROM memory (Motorola, Renesas, Infineon, NEC, etc.)
- Identifying crash data structures and deployment logs
- Removing stored crash events, lock flags, and freeze-frame data
- Correcting checksums and data alignment tables
- Performing post-reset integrity validation
- Ensuring the module powers up without internal fault flags
Your Pontiac retains its original VIN, calibration, and coding. Nothing is altered except the crash data section, allowing your existing module to operate exactly as it did before the collision.
Why Reset Instead of Replacing?
Replacement modules often require dealer-only programming, immobilizer pairing, and compatibility checks. With a reset, your original module remains paired to the BCM, airbags, and occupant sensors. The reset procedure is also far more reliable than used modules, which often contain someone else’s crash data.
What This Service Does Not Fix
- Water or corrosion damage to the circuit board
- Bent, broken, or burnt components on the module
- Open-circuit wiring issues in the vehicle
- Faulty airbags, sensors, or seatbelt pretensioners
If your Pontiac still shows an airbag light after installing your reset module, there is a separate live issue in the vehicle that will need to be corrected.
After Reinstalling the Module
No additional programming or pairing is required. After installation, your Pontiac’s SRS system will perform a self-test. If all components are functioning and no live faults are present, the airbag light will turn off automatically.
Please ship your module to the following address:
Module Repair Lab
113 South Lake Street
Madera, CA 93638
United States
Make sure to include your contact information and order number inside the package to help us process your repair quickly.
We recommend using a trackable and insured shipping method to ensure safe delivery. Once your repair is complete, we will ship it back to the return address you provide.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
How it Works
We offer a cost-effective solution to pricey dealership part replacements, saving you a significant amount of money. Our approach goes beyond simply repairing the faulty part – we address the underlying issue and use top-quality upgraded parts to ensure a long-lasting fix. We stand behind our service with a 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back.
- To get started, carefully remove the part from your vehicle. If you’re unsure how to do this, you can take it to your local body shop for assistance.
- Once the part is removed, pack it securely in a suitable box to prevent any damage during transit.
- Don’t forget to print out your order confirmation page and include it in the package, along with your name, return address, and phone number
FAQs
113 South Lake Street, Madera, CA 93638
info@modulerepairlab.com
Turnaround time is fast—typically 1 to 2 business days once we receive your module.
You can pay on the website with PayPal or a credit card or you can send the module in with your information and we will contact you for a credit card after the repairs have been performed.
Yes, warranty depends on the module being repaired.