|
Wrong pcm
I bought a 98 Dodge Dakota with the no start no spark problem have spent about a month trying to figure out why this truck won't start, have been through the writing harness, crank, cam sensors, fuses, etc. Finally decided i would just buy another pcm and try that only when i ran the part number of the pcm through Google it comes up as a pcm for a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee and not a Dakota so that pretty much tells me why the truck won't start now the problem is how do i find out the part number of the pcm that came in my truck so i can purchase a new one? Can anyone help me plz it's a 98 Dodge Dakota ext cab 2 wheel drive auto trans with 3.9l v6. My vin number is1B7GL22X6WS532720 if that helps, Thanks
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/dodgefo...855ce82496.jpg This is the pcm that was in the truck when i bought it P.s. talked to the guy i bought it from he said he did change out pcm with one from junk yard and doesn't have the original anymore |
Welcome to DodgeForum.com...
Post a pic of your emissions sticker that is under the hood (so I can see what it says)... It will say what motor you have, whether it is 49 state or CA emissions. Then go to car-part.com and search for your year truck and engine. Once you find one, call them up and tell them you need an ECU, they will ask year, engine, trans and I think 2wd or 4wd and then tell you if they have it or not. If yes, then you can buy it thru them, do the install and motor on (maybe with dash light for ABS & brake). Then you can get the VIN programmed into it to clear the lights. OR buy a "rebuilt" ECM where you supply the VIN number and they will have the right program to stuff into it and once installed, you'll get it started. I just went thru the 1st scenario with my 2002. Was attempting to dump in a modified tune and part of the process is to erase whats in there, then write. Had a hiccup in the process and only got thru the erase process and was stuck. Bought an ECU from a wrecking yard and truck is now back up with the 2 dash lights & vin mis-match described above. Once I get the tunes downloaded into the ECM (still working on it) truck should be back to normal since the VIN is already programmed into the origiinal ECU. Once thats done, then I will get the 2nd ECU VIN programmed and have it as a backup. hope this helps... |
Originally Posted by steve05ram360
(Post 3536767)
Welcome to DodgeForum.com...
Post a pic of your emissions sticker that is under the hood (so I can see what it says)... It will say what motor you have, whether it is 49 state or CA emissions. Then go to car-part.com and search for your year truck and engine. Once you find one, call them up and tell them you need an ECU, they will ask year, engine, trans and I think 2wd or 4wd and then tell you if they have it or not. If yes, then you can buy it thru them, do the install and motor on (maybe with dash light for ABS & brake). Then you can get the VIN programmed into it to clear the lights. OR buy a "rebuilt" ECM where you supply the VIN number and they will have the right program to stuff into it and once installed, you'll get it started. I just went thru the 1st scenario with my 2002. Was attempting to dump in a modified tune and part of the process is to erase whats in there, then write. Had a hiccup in the process and only got thru the erase process and was stuck. Bought an ECU from a wrecking yard and truck is now back up with the 2 dash lights & vin mis-match described above. Once I get the tunes downloaded into the ECM (still working on it) truck should be back to normal since the VIN is already programmed into the origiinal ECU. Once thats done, then I will get the 2nd ECU VIN programmed and have it as a backup. hope this helps... https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/dodgefo...c1599fab2f.jpg |
You should be able to just wander on down to your local parts store, tell 'em what you drive, and they should be able to hook you up.
|
go find a '98 3.9 engine dak and grab the ECU... shouldnt be too hard to find. Thats a 49 state engine, if the emissions sticker says CA anywhere it says "This vehicle conforms..." as seen at the top of your pic, pass on it until you find the one that matches your label. Make sure it says for 1998 model year. Not sure how the older trucks would handle a different year ECU, probably not an issue back then but to have the best chance of success, find a 1998 MY truck.
|
Originally Posted by steve05ram360
(Post 3536770)
go find a '98 3.9 engine dak and grab the ECU... shouldnt be too hard to find. Thats a 49 state engine, if the emissions sticker says CA anywhere it says "This vehicle conforms..." as seen at the top of your pic, pass on it until you find the one that matches your label. Make sure it says for 1998 model year. Not sure how the older trucks would handle a different year ECU, probably not an issue back then but to have the best chance of success, find a 1998 MY truck.
|
Try car-part.com and see if there is a yard nearby that has one. I would look for your year with the 3.9 engine, there should be a bunch.
when you order one from a "rebuilder" they will program in your VIN so there should be nothing additional needed. |
Originally Posted by steve05ram360
(Post 3536772)
Try car-part.com and see if there is a yard nearby that has one. I would look for your year with the 3.9 engine, there should be a bunch.
when you order one from a "rebuilder" they will program in your VIN so there should be nothing additional needed. |
Originally Posted by 00scrimp
(Post 3536773)
Actually looking on there now already sent for a couple quotes, closest yard is like 2.5 hours away but if it'll work I'll drive it lol
|
Originally Posted by HeyYou
(Post 3536774)
Call your local parts store. Check pricing/availability.
|
| All times are GMT -4. The time now is 02:33 AM. |
© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands