Is Your 2009 Colorado Stalling, Hesitating, or Refusing to Start?
As a mechanic with over two decades of diagnostic experience, one of the most common and frustrating issues I see on GM trucks and SUVs from this era is a sudden loss of power, stalling, or a complete no-start condition. You turn the key, the engine cranks, but it just won’t fire up. Often, the culprit isn’t the expensive-to-replace in-tank fuel pump, but this small, overlooked module: the Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM), also known as a Fuel System Control Module (FSCM).
This FPCM is the brain behind your fuel delivery system. It takes commands from the Engine Control Module (ECM) and precisely regulates the voltage to the fuel pump. When it failsโoften due to its location on the frame rail where it’s exposed to water, salt, and vibrationsโit can leave you stranded. You might get a check engine light with codes like P069E, P0230, or U0109, or you might get no warning at all.
From My Service Bay: “A customer’s 2009 Colorado came in on a tow truck last month with these exact symptoms. He had already spent a weekend replacing the fuel pump himself, a grueling job, only to have the truck still not start. He was frustrated and out hundreds of dollars. We hooked up our scanner and saw no communication from the FPCM. We located the module on the rear center frame, saw the classic signs of corrosion on the casing, and swapped it with one of our pre-programmed units. The truck fired up on the first try. Itโs a classic case where diagnosing the system, not just the part, saves time and money.”
The Simple, No-Dealer-Required Solution
This isn’t just a replacement part; it’s a complete solution. We take a genuine OEM-quality FPCM and program it specifically to your vehicle’s VIN before it ever leaves our facility. This means:
- โ No Dealer Programming Needed: Save yourself the time, hassle, and high cost of a dealership visit for programming. This module arrives ready for installation.
- โ Latest GM Software: We flash the module with the most current General Motors software updates, which often correct the very drivability issues and bugs that caused the original part to fail.
- โ Restored Performance: A new, correctly programmed FPCM restores precise fuel pressure control, leading to smoother idling, better throttle response, and reliable starting.
- โ Direct-Fit Guarantee: This module is a direct replacement for the original, ensuring a perfect fit and proper communication with your vehicle’s computer systems.
Easy Plug-and-Play Installation Guide for the 2009 Colorado Fuel Pump Module
- Safety First: Disconnect the negative terminal from your truck’s battery.
- Locate the Module: On the 2009 Colorado, the FPCM is typically mounted to the rear center frame crossmember. On other GM models, it’s often on the driver-side frame rail near the spare tire.
- Disconnect and Remove: Carefully unplug the electrical connector. Use a small screwdriver to release the locking tab if necessary. Then, unbolt the old module from the frame.
- Install the New Module: Bolt your new, pre-programmed FPCM into the same location. Before plugging it in, inspect the vehicle’s harness connector for any corrosion or bent pins and clean it with an electrical contact cleaner if needed.
- Reconnect and Test: Securely plug in the electrical connector until it clicks. Reconnect your battery terminal. Turn the key to the ‘On’ position for a few seconds to let the system prime, then start the engine.
Guaranteed Compatibility
This module is a direct replacement for a wide range of GM part numbers. If your old module has any of the following numbers, this part is a guaranteed fit:
Compatible Part Numbers: 13501024, 15213110, 20759945, 20850907, 25785013, 25854536, 25866052, 25967325
Please provide your vehicle’s 17-digit VIN at checkout so we can ensure perfect programming before shipment.