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2011 AUDI A4

2.0L Turbo I4AWDAUTOMATICgasturbo
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B0090critical severityBody

SRS Control Module Calibration Error

on 2011 Audi A4 2.0L Turbo I4 · AWD

What this code means

The SRS control module calibration data is invalid, missing, or does not match the vehicle configuration.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS system fully disabled
  • All deployment circuits inactive

Common causes

  • Module not programmed to vehicle
  • Incorrect replacement module
  • Software update failed
  • Module from different vehicle installed

Diagnostic steps

  1. Verify ACM part number matches vehicle
  2. Check module calibration with scan tool
  3. Attempt recalibration/reprogramming
  4. Verify VIN programming in module

Repair notes

Reprogram ACM with correct vehicle calibration. Replace if reprogramming fails.

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