OEM 2006 Chevrolet Impala Engine Control Module

2006 Chevrolet Impala Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Engine Control Module (ECM) on 2006 Chevrolet Impala?

  A: The first step to replace an Engine Control Module (ECM) starts with checking the correct part through an inspection of the current ecm. Replace the faulty ecm with a new service version then proceed with programming since this module arrives without any programming. The prevention of electrostatic discharge damage requires that you should avoid touching the pins in connectors or soldered components on the circuit board and should disconnect the ignition before you connect or disconnect ecm connectors. The first step requires using a scan tool to record the current engine oil life because an unprogrammed replacement module automatically sets the oil life to 100% leading to an unnecessary oil change at 5,000 km (3,000 mi). The first step requires disconnecting the negative Battery Cable followed by removing the left front inner fender brace and the air cleaner assembly to complete the process of disconnecting the two ecm electrical connectors then taking the ecm out of the air cleaner lower housing. After placing the ecm into the air cleaner lower housing users need to reconnect the two electrical connectors before reinstalling the assembly and fender brace and reconnecting the negative cable. Complete programming of the new ecm requires the right set of control module references after installation.