Restore Your Vehicle’s Performance and Reliability
Is your truck or SUV suffering from frustrating issues like a persistent check engine light, erratic shifting, poor fuel economy, or a no-start condition? A failing Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is often the culprit, leaving you stranded and stressed. Get back on the road with confidence with this direct-replacement engine control module. It arrives fully programmed to your vehicle’s specific VIN, ensuring a seamless installation and restoring the dependable performance you rely on every day.
Common Symptoms & Your Solution
If you’re experiencing any of the following, this module is the definitive solution you need. A faulty PCM can cause a wide range of problems, including:
- Check Engine Light (CEL) with communication-related codes (U-codes)
- Engine stalling, stumbling, or rough idling
- Harsh or incorrect automatic transmission shifting
- Reduced power and poor acceleration
- Failure to pass emissions testing
- Complete no-start or intermittent starting issues
This Programmed PCM 16250279 is the heart of your vehicle’s management system, and our expert programming service ensures it integrates perfectly, solving these complex issues without a costly trip to the dealership.
Features & Benefits
- โ Plug & Play Installation: This module is pre-programmed to your vehicle’s VIN. Simply install it, and you’re ready to goโno additional dealer programming required.
- โ Latest GM Software: We flash each unit with the newest updates from GM, ensuring optimal fuel efficiency, emissions compliance, and engine performance.
- โ Guaranteed Compatibility: By matching the unit to your VIN, we guarantee it will work correctly with your vehicle’s specific options and systems.
- โ Cost-Effective Repair: Avoid the high labor and programming costs of a dealership visit. This is a smart, budget-friendly solution for DIYers and professional mechanics alike.
- โ Peace of Mind: This unit is backed by our one-year replacement warranty.
Expert Insight: The Brains of Your Workhorse
The PCM in these late-90s GM trucks and vans is the central command for everything from fuel injection timing to transmission shift points. Unlike a simple sensor, it’s not a part you can just swap out. Each vehicle’s VIN corresponds to a unique calibration file that accounts for its engine size, transmission type, and even axle ratio. Installing a non-programmed module is like putting a brain in that doesn’t know how to operate the body. Our process ensures this Programmed PCM 16250279 is a perfect match, restoring the crisp, reliable operation your vehicle had when it was new.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to do anything after installing this PCM?
In most cases, no. This module is programmed to be plug-and-play. However, on some vehicles, a security relearn procedure (often called CASE relearn or Passlock relearn) may be required. This is a simple procedure that can typically be done without special tools and instructions can be readily found online for your specific model.
How does the programming process work?
After you complete your purchase, you will need to provide us with your vehicle’s 17-digit VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). Our technicians use this VIN to load the exact, correct GM calibration file and software updates onto the module before it is shipped to you.
Is this compatible with my specific truck/SUV?
This module is compatible with a wide range of GM vehicles that use service number 16250279 or its alternates (09366810, 09355699). Please check the detailed fitment list on this page. Providing your VIN ensures we program it perfectly for your exact make, model, and year.
Will this fix my transmission shifting problems?
Yes, in many cases it will. The PCM controls the electronic solenoids in the transmission that manage shifting. If the PCM is failing, it can cause harsh shifts, delayed shifting, or slipping. A correctly functioning Programmed PCM 16250279 is critical for smooth transmission operation.
Where do I find my VIN?
Your VIN can be found on a metal plate on the driver’s side dashboard (visible through the windshield), on the driver’s side door jamb sticker, or on your vehicle’s registration and insurance documents.