The key functions of the ECM are to regulate the timing of the ignition, the amount of fuel delivered to the engine and other components to meet the precise parameters that your vehicle’s engine requires to run smoothly. This is accomplished by the module constantly reading values obtained by various performance maps and using signals…
The control modules that regulate nearly every aspect of your vehicle’s performance are a vital part of its overall health. They rely on intricate electronic mechanisms to operate properly. Occurrences, such as extreme weather, can render them inoperable and adversely affect your vehicle’s performance.
The Body Control Module (BCM) could be considered a central organizational module for your vehicle. It streamlines the manufacturing and troubleshooting aspects of electronic modules by housing the modules into one, central unit instead of each function having its own device. It also coordinates the operating functions of many non-engine related ancillary items as well…
There is a whole host of intricate and finely-calibrated control modules that are designed to keep your vehicle in precise working order. An imbalance in any one of them could prove to be disastrous to the optimal functioning of your vehicle. Here are a few (of many) components that we service, their acronyms, and common names.
As the primary computer control for your vehicle, your powertrain control module (PCM) plays a vital role in ensuring that your engine and transmission work in tandem. When your PCM fails, it typically exhibits one or more different behaviors. Knowing these symptoms can help you pinpoint the root cause of the problem so you can…
Underneath the hood of your car, there is a whole host of intricate and finely-calibrated Electronic Control Modules (ECM) that are designed to keep your vehicle in precise working order. An imbalance in any one of them could be disastrous to the optimal functioning of your vehicle. If one of them is not working properly…
Dealerships are known for providing their customers with top-notch services and using manufacturer-provided replacement parts that are typically readily available. Customers expect expedited service when they bring their vehicle to an automotive dealership. When it comes to servicing or replacing an Electronic Control Module (ECM) however, sometimes it’s just not possible for dealerships to provide…