Do you need to replace the BCM on a Camaro?
Depending on the issue, you may not need to replace your BCM. There is a relay built into the BCM circuit board which often develops a loose joint. Pry open the BCM and pull out the circuit board. Turn the board over and look for cracks and loose joints; the red circle (in Figure 2) indicated the relay connection, which often goes bad.
What does a Body Control Module ( BCM ) do?
The body control module (BCM) is a computer which controls everything from your power windows to your radio. Here’s how you fix or replace one that’s gone bad. This article applies to the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird (1993-2002), as well as the Corvette.
How do you repair a Camaro body control module?
Pry open the BCM and pull out the circuit board. Turn the board over and look for cracks and loose joints; the red circle (in Figure 2) indicated the relay connection, which often goes bad. Use a soldering iron and apply solder to any loose joints.
Where can I get a new Chevy BCM?
You can get a new BCM from your local Chevy dealer, but they are notoriously overpriced, and aftermarket parts are available from almost anywhere for less than half the price. Don’t bother with trying to buy one from a junk yard, the BCM is set up only to work with the car they are initially installed on.
What does the BCM do on a Camaro?
The BCM, or body control module, controls and monitors all of the electronic accessories in your car. So when you start to see problems crop up with various electronic accessories at once, there is a good chance there is something wrong with your BCM.
The body control module (BCM) is a computer which controls everything from your power windows to your radio. Here’s how you fix or replace one that’s gone bad. This article applies to the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird (1993-2002), as well as the Corvette.
What can cause a BCM module to fail?
Water, vibration, heat and age can all contribute to a module failing, which, depending on the placement of the unit in your vehicle, can be difficult to avoid. To keep your new BCM in the best shape possible, make sure it stays clean and dry, and protect it from unwanted shaking or excessive heat if at all possible.
Pry open the BCM and pull out the circuit board. Turn the board over and look for cracks and loose joints; the red circle (in Figure 2) indicated the relay connection, which often goes bad. Use a soldering iron and apply solder to any loose joints.