Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Repair
Is your car’s powertrain control module (PCM) defective and in need of repair? We’re the specialists for you. We offer a specialist repair option for a range of PCMs and ECMs for most makes and models. We’ll cover you with an unlimited-mileage lifetime warranty and complete your order within 2-3 working days.
As you might know, the PCM is the control module in charge of your car’s powertrain, so it’s incredibly important to have it suitably repaired when defective. Although the term ‘powertrain’ typically relates to the engine and transmission systems, many searchers of ‘PCM repair’ are actually seeking an engine control module repair.
Thankfully, we remanufacture powertrain control modules, engine control modules and transmission control modules for a wide variety of makes and models. Our process takes just 2-3 working days, you won’t need to have the PCM recoded afterwards and we’ll include an unlimited-mileage lifetime warranty too.
To get started, select a commonly affected vehicle above or below, browse our extensive product catalogue, or head straight to our test form if you’ve got your part number and vehicle details to hand.
Signs a PCM repair is required
When a powertrain control module or an engine ECU is in need of repair, there are a number of symptoms that consistently materialise. For example, when a true PCM is faulty, it’s common for both the engine and transmission warning lights to illuminate. If your PCM/ECM is only responsible for managing the performance of the engine, then failure may only cause the engine warning light to come on.
In addition to the obvious warning lights, it’s common to experience performance issues when a powertrain control module fault is present. Performance symptoms can present themselves in a variety of ways. For example, you might notice reduced engine power, a rough idle, the engine cutting out, the vehicle being put into limp mode or a complete non-start condition when the PCM or ECM needs to be repaired.
When experiencing any of the aforementioned warning lights or performance issues, it’s often worth scanning the vehicle with a compatible diagnostic tool to obtain further information. For example, in the second-generation Toyota RAV4, the presence of a P0750, P0755 or a P0758 DTC is a key indicator that the powertrain control module needs to be repaired.
If you’re in any doubt whether your PCM, ECM or TCM is defective or not, send it to us for comprehensive testing. We utilise state-of-the-art HIL rigs which analyse control modules under realistic operating conditions. This allows us to confidently conclude whether your powertrain control module is indeed the cause of your issues, helping you to avoid misdiagnosis and any unnecessary repair costs. Just complete our short test form to get started.
Can a PCM be repaired?
In many cases, when a powertrain control module or engine ECU has been rendered faulty due to component failure or a design flaw, a repair is often still viable. This is thanks to modern remanufacturing equipment and techniques.
However, it’s important to understand the difference between a repair and a remanufacturing service. Many PCM repair services seek to only resolve the root cause of failure, sometimes with just the short-term future in mind. Remanufacturing services like ours however, identify all potentially failing areas of the control module and strengthen them to restore unit functionality for the long-term.
PCM fault: repair or replace?
As mentioned, many powertrain control modules are left in need of repair due to internal faults stemming from premature component degradation or inherent design flaws. Therefore, many owners affected by a PCM fault unknowingly take the wrong course of action by replacing their failed unit with a brand-new one.
Not only is this solution extremely expensive, but there’s no way of knowing whether the like-for-like unit contains the same components or design flaw that caused your original issue. This means sourcing a replacement risks wasting considerable time and money, only to suffer the very same fault later down the line.
Fortunately, we’ve developed a much more cost-effective solution than a PCM repair – a comprehensive test and rebuild of your car’s powertrain control module.
Our PCM repair service
We utilise advanced custom-built testing rigs before and after the rebuild process. Our rigs are capable of simulating realistic loads and inputs to examine the unit under similar conditions to those it’ll be exposed to out on the road. This allows for more effective fault finding, and it ensures your rebuilt control module is fully functional and ready to be returned to the vehicle.
Fortunately, when we rebuild control modules, we preserve programming information. This means you can just refit the PCM straight away without having to waste further time and money recoding it.
We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service and we’ll even cover you with an unlimited-mileage lifetime warranty – this is much longer than most powertrain control module repair service. To get started, use our test form or browse our vast product catalogue.
Test and rebuild:
We test control units on specialist hardware-in-the-loop testing rigs and rebuild with components that exceed OEM specifications.
Programming:
You won’t need to have your control module recoded after the rebuild as this information is preserved throughout.
Quality:
Thanks to strict quality assurance procedures, we’ve achieved a company-wide defect rate of just 0.49%, which demonstrates our commitment to providing an excellent service.
Warranty:
Lifetime unlimited mileage*
How do I get my unit rebuilt?
To pay for the rebuild click the Shop Now link above, select your part number and click: Get yours rebuilt.
Print the payment/booking confirmation email.
Package the control module inside a sturdy box with plenty of packaging material and make sure you include your confirmation email in the box.
Send us your package by tracked courier (the shipping instructions are on the confirmation email).
Once received we will test, rebuild and return your PCM with an unlimited mileage lifetime warranty. If your unit turns out not to be faulty then we will refund your payment less a small testing fee and return shipping.
What if I don’t want to pay up front?
This is not a problem, if you prefer this option then follow these steps:
Fill in and submit this test form.
Print the booking confirmation email.
Package the PCM inside a sturdy box with plenty of packaging material and make sure you include your confirmation email in the box.
Send us your package by tracked courier (the shipping instructions are on the confirmation email).
Once received, we will test your unit and call to inform you of the outcome of testing. If your control module is faulty and you choose to go ahead with the rebuild, then we will take payment over the phone using a debit/credit card.
We will then rebuild your PCM and return it to you with an unlimited mileage warranty.
If you require further information regarding this powertrain control module repair page then please contact us.