Where is the ECM located?
The location of the ECM depends on the make and model of the vehicle. In most vehicles, the ECM is located in the engine compartment. Some vehicles have the ECM mounted under the driver’s or passenger seat, however.
How to replace a PCM ECM ( engine computer )?
4-Carefully remove the connector from ECM as the bolt is removed. Remove mounting bolts for ECM, then remove the ECM from your vehicle. Note: Do not paint back of ECM as this will result in the poor ground. 1- Clean all mounting points for ECM at the engine block. 2- Install the three mounting bolts while ECM is positioned in place.
How to replace a 2001 Dodge Ram ECM ECU?
It is critical not to skip this step so the CM can learn the accelerator pedal position’s sensor calibration. If this step is skipped, diagnostic codes may be displayed. 8-Use a scan tool to erase previous diagnostic codes from the PCM. We have a huge selection of 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup PCMs.
What happens when the ECM on a car goes bad?
When the ECM goes bad, it can cause the car to run erratically, if at all. Replacement takes just a matter of minutes, as the ECM is easy to access. The location of the ECM depends on the make and model of the vehicle.
Do you have to have a matching ECU for an engine swap?
That is most definitely NOT the case here. Installing an engine from a different manufacturer is non-trivial.
Can a GM ECM run a Honda engine?
GM engine management software (from your old Impala ECM) is not going to be able to run a Honda engine. If you managed to flash the Honda software onto your GM ECM, you’d likely brick the device. A Honda ECM – which you’ll need to run the new engine – is not going to talk to your BCM.
Can a BCM and ECM talk to each other?
Even if you could get the thing plugged up correctly, which is going to require a ton of electrical work, compensation for missing or extra components, etc., you wouldn’t be able to start the car unless the ECM and BCM can talk to each other and are speaking the same language. That is most definitely NOT the case here.
Why is the transponder ECU under the dash?
The reason for separating the Transponder ECU with the EEPROM storing the keys is that in the invent of lost keys, it would be cheaper for a dealership to replace the Transponder ECU than the Engine Control Unit. However its location under the dash means you will have to remove the entire dash pad.