Is Your 2012 Captiva Sport Running Rough or Not Starting at All?
If you’re dealing with a persistent check engine light, erratic engine behavior, poor fuel economy, or a vehicle that simply won’t start, a failing Engine Control Module (ECM) is often the culprit. As the central computer for your engine, the ECM controls everything from fuel injection and ignition timing to transmission shifting. When it fails, the symptoms can be frustrating and widespread. I’ve seen it countless times in my shop: a vehicle comes in with a list of confusing issues that all trace back to one faulty module.
The Direct-Fit Solution, Programmed and Ready to Install
This isn’t just a replacement part; it’s a complete, ready-to-install solution. We take a genuine OEM ECM and program it specifically to your vehicle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This ensures that all factory settings, security protocols (like the anti-theft system), and vehicle-specific options are perfectly matched. We also flash it with the latest GM-certified software updates, which can resolve performance and drivability issues you didn’t even know were software-related.
Real-World Diagnostic Story: “A customer’s 2012 Captiva Sport came in last week with a no-start condition and a flurry of communication error codes. They had already replaced the battery and checked fuses. My first step was to check the power and ground pins directly at the ECM connector harnessโthey were solid. This simple test confirmed that the module itself had failed internally and wasn’t ‘waking up.’ We installed one of our pre-programmed units, and the engine fired up on the first try. It’s a textbook case I’ve seen on dozens of these GM platforms.”
Why Choose Our Pre-Programmed 2012 Captiva Sport Engine Control Module?
- โ VIN-Specific Programming: We load your vehicle’s exact VIN, ensuring seamless communication with other modules and 100% correct functionality.
- โ Latest GM Software: Your module arrives with the newest software updates from General Motors, improving performance and reliability.
- โ No Dealer Required: This ECM is truly plug-and-play. You avoid the high costs and scheduling hassles of a dealership service appointment for programming.
- โ Solves Common Issues: Directly addresses problems like check engine lights (CEL), no-start conditions, rough idle, stalling, and poor engine performance.
- โ Guaranteed Compatibility: This module is a direct replacement for a wide range of part numbers, ensuring a perfect fit.
Simple, Plug-and-Play Installation
You can get your Captiva Sport back on the road in under an hour with basic hand tools. No complex procedures are needed.
- Safety First: Disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery.
- Locate the ECM: On the 2012 Captiva Sport, the ECM is typically found in the left-hand (driver’s side) engine compartment.
- Disconnect Connectors: Carefully release the locking tabs and unplug the wiring harnesses from the old module.
- Remove Old Module: Unbolt the old ECM from its mounting bracket.
- Install New Module: Bolt your new, pre-programmed ECM into place.
- Reconnect Everything: Securely plug the wiring harnesses into the new module until they click. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
- Final Step: Start the engine. The vehicle will perform a security relearn sequence on its own. Let it idle for a few minutes, and you’re ready to drive.
Vehicle and Part Number Compatibility
This ECM is a guaranteed fit for your 2012 Captiva Sport and is also compatible with a wide array of other GM vehicles. Please verify your original part number against this list for a perfect match.
Replaces Part Numbers: 12616889, 12630908, 12637106, 12642665, 12650256, 12651993
Fits a wide range of models including: Buick Allure, Buick LaCrosse, Buick Regal, Cadillac CTS, Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Captiva Sport, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Orlando, GMC Terrain, and Saab 9-5. Please use the fitment chart to confirm your specific model and engine options.