Is Your Jeep Patriot or Compass Acting Unpredictably?
If you’re dealing with a frustrating no-start condition, intermittent stalling, a persistent check engine light, or bizarre transmission behavior in your 2007-2010 Jeep Patriot, Compass, or Dodge Caliber, the root cause is often the Engine Control Module (ECM). I’ve seen it hundreds of times in my 20+ years as a technician. A vehicle gets towed in, the owner has already spent a fortune on sensors and spark plugs, but the problem remains. The ECM is the brain of your vehicle, and when it starts to fail, it can create a cascade of confusing and costly issues.
My Real-World Experience: “A customer’s 2009 Patriot came into my shop last week with these exact symptoms. It would stall at red lights and had a handful of random communication error codes (U-codes). We tested the power and ground circuits to the ECM, which were solid. This pointed directly to an internal failure of the computer itself. After installing one of our pre-programmed modules, the vehicle ran perfectly, and all codes were cleared. This is a classic failure scenario for these Chrysler platforms.”
The Direct, No-Hassle Solution
Forget about expensive dealership visits and the headache of finding a shop that can program a new module. This Engine Control Module is the straightforward fix you’ve been looking for. We take all the guesswork and complexity out of the repair.
- โ Programmed to Your Vehicle: We flash this module with your vehicle’s specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and current mileage.
- โ Truly Plug-and-Play: Once it arrives, you simply install it. No additional programming, key relearning, or trips to the dealer are required.
- โ Solves Common Issues: This is the definitive fix for a wide range of symptoms caused by a faulty ECM, including harsh shifting, poor fuel economy, and multiple, unrelated trouble codes.
- โ Guaranteed Compatibility: This unit is a direct replacement for a wide range of original part numbers, ensuring a perfect fit and function.
Easy Installation for Your 2007-2010 Patriot Engine Computer
You can perform this replacement right in your own driveway with basic hand tools. Follow these steps for a successful installation:
- Safety First: Always disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery and wait at least 15 minutes for the system capacitors to discharge.
- Locate the ECM: On the Jeep Patriot, the ECM is typically located in the engine bay, mounted to the firewall or inner fender.
- Disconnect the Connectors: Carefully unlatch and remove the three main wiring harness connectors from the old module.
- Remove the Old Module: Unbolt the old ECM from its mounting bracket.
- Install the New Module: Mount your new, pre-programmed ECM in place and securely fasten the bolts.
- Reconnect Everything: Plug the three wiring connectors firmly into the new module until they click. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
- Start the Vehicle: Your Patriot should now start and run correctly with the check engine light off.
Expert Pro Tip from a 20-Year Technician
Before you plug in your new ECM, take a moment to inspect the pins inside the vehicle’s wiring harness connectors. Use a bright flashlight and look for any signs of corrosion (green or white powder) or any pins that look bent or pushed back into the connector. A single compromised pin can prevent the new module from working correctly or even damage it. Cleaning the connectors with a dedicated electronics cleaner is a small step that prevents huge headaches.
Guaranteed Fitment and Cross-Compatibility
This module is engineered to work seamlessly with the following vehicles and part numbers. Please verify your part number or vehicle application to ensure a perfect match.
This ECM is a direct replacement for the following part numbers:
05150471AA, 05150523AA, 68043260AA, 68043260AB, 04692101AD, 04692101AE, 04692101AF, 68043260AC, 68043260AD, 68043261AC, 68043261AA, 68043261AB, 68070011AA, 68071022AA, 05033359AJ, 05187817AF, 68000107AF, 68026147AA, 68026147AC, 68028201AA, 68028201AC, 68028205AB, 68044228AA
This part will fit these makes and models with these options:
JEEP PATRIOT: 2007-2010 Electronic Control Module
JEEP COMPASS: 2007-2010 Electronic Control Module
DODGE CALIBER: 2007-2008 Electronic Control Module
DODGE CALIBER: 2009 Electronic Control Module (1.8L, 2.0L Gasoline, or 2.4L with engine opt ED3)
DODGE CALIBER: 2010 Electronic Control Module (2.0L or 2.4L)