Can You Fix Your Car’s ECM by Yourself?
Short answer: Yes! Buy a replacement ECM for your vehicle from our site and get it delivered to your door. It’ll be delivered with the latest and greatest software from your car’s manufacturer. It’s relatively easy to install! The last thing any of us want to deal with when we go to take our car to […]
What’s the Difference? Aftermarket vs Stock Engine Control Units (ECUs)
What’s the difference between aftermarket engine control units (ECUs) versus stock or OEM engine control units? We’ll tell you! As we’ve discussed quite a bit in our articles in the past, your vehicle’s engine control module (ECM) is really at the center of your engine. It monitors, controls, and regulates everything from your transmission to fuel […]
Should I Repair or Replace My ECU / ECM?
Have you or someone working on your car — maybe a repair shop or dealership — determined that your car’s computer is causing problems? Commonly known as an Engine Control Unit (ECU), Electronic Control Module (ECM), or a variety of other terms, the computer in your vehicle is responsible for countless functions. So, how do […]
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Repair Costs
Your car is what you depend on every day. We become so accustomed to them consistently working so well, that we often get lulled into thinking they always will…no matter what. But then the check engine light comes on. Or we start to hear an odd sound. Then the thoughts start racing about what the […]
What’s a Core Charge / Deposit When Buying an ECM?
If you’re shopping for an engine control module for your Dodge, Jeep, Ford, or some other make and model, then you’ve probably come across something called a “core deposit” or a “core charge.” You may have found a great deal on an ECM but this core fee is turning you off — what is it? […]
Guide to Buying a Remanufactured Electronic Control Module (ECM)
Electronic (also called engine) control modules are highly advanced pieces of technology — are computers that control, monitor, and regulate all the vital functions of your engine. From gear shifting to fuel injection, to the engine starting and fuel economy, the ECM is constantly making changes and adjustments to your engine to produce peak performance under […]
What is a Bodytrain Control Module (BCM)?
Engine Control Modules (ECMs) should be very familiar to you at this point. If you’ve read any of our other posts, then you should be comfortable with the basic concept of an ECM. Today we want to take a look at one of the potential areas of concern for the do-it-yourself mechanic when it comes […]
How Do I Replace My Car’s ECM?
If you own a car or truck long enough, there will come a time when you are faced with the question of whether or not to replace your Engine Control Module (ECM). It’s just a part of car ownership, especially as your car gets up in mileage. ECMs can, and do, go bad all the […]
How Do I Know I’m Buying the Right PCM?
How do I know this is the right PCM for my vehicle? When replacing your PCM, it’s vital that you are choosing the right PCM for your vehicle. That’s because when there’s a problem with your vehicle’s powertrain control module (PCM), it’s a big deal. This is your car’s internal computer and controls and monitors […]
How Much Does an Electronic or Engine Control Module Cost?
The costs of your car or truck’s engine control module — also known as the Electronic Control Module or ECU (Engine / Electronic Control Unit) can vary wildly. If you’re in the market and need to purchase a new ECM for your car or truck, this article will give you a ball-park estimate of how much […]