What is the result of a faulty ECM?
So the result of the diagnostics is that it is a faulty ECM. I obtained copy of the test results and they followed all the procedures in the GM SI (which I also have a copy of). Their results annotated are all within the parameters with the final step in the GM SI being ‘replace the ECM’.
Which is more expensive faulty sensor or faulty ECU?
They’ve now had the car for 2 days trying to determine if the fault is a faulty sensor or a faulty ECU. They don’t want to get it wrong because both parts are expensive. This afternoon they claim they’ve checked everything and it is definitely the ECU (the more expensive of the two components, in the order of ~$1200).
Can a faulty ECU be replaced at any time?
That is not unreasonable when you consider the $$$’s involved. If they are confident with their diagnosis then they will have no problem agreeing to that. Sometimes service personnel use the “replace it and see” routine rather than a logical system of fault diagnosis to “positively” identify the defect.
Where is the BCM located on a 350Z?
The Bcm is located in the drivers kick panel. If you look at the Bcm, see if it’s written on the outside in this area. If it’s not written on the outside of the Bcm, then it would need to be read with the scanner. TSTU50? That’s the model # Is it on the backside towards the door or the pedals? It’s in the drivers kick panel.
Where is the BCM located on my immobilizer?
There is a Bcm 5 digit pin that I need to decode to give you the 4 digit pin to program your key. Where is the BCM? is that what’s behind the AC controls? The Bcm is located in the drivers kick panel. If you look at the Bcm, see if it’s written on the outside in this area.
What are the symptoms of a bad ECU?
Many other symptoms may occur that can drastically lead to an ECU failure such as: 1 Erratic idle 2 Stalling 3 Poor running condition 4 Excessive fuel usage More
How to diagnose your engine control unit ( ECU )?
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