Is Your 2013-2014 Buick Encore Stalling or Hard to Start?
There’s nothing more frustrating than a vehicle that won’t run reliably. If your Encore is experiencing symptoms like engine hesitation, stalling, a long crank time before starting, or a check engine light with fuel-related codes, the culprit is often a failing Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM), also known as a Fuel System Control Module (FSCM). This small but critical component is the brain behind your fuel pump, and when it falters, it starves your engine of the fuel it needs to run properly.
Expert Pro Tip: In my 20+ years as a diagnostician, one of the most common misdiagnoses for these GM platforms is replacing the in-tank fuel pump when the FPCM is the actual point of failure. Before you spend hundreds on a pump replacement, check for codes like P069E, P025A, or P2635. A customer’s 2014 Encore was towed to my shop last month with a no-start condition. They had already replaced the pump themselves. My scan tool immediately pointed to the FPCM. We swapped this module, and the vehicle fired right up. Always diagnose before replacing parts!
The Plug-and-Play Solution: A Pre-Programmed Module
Traditionally, replacing an FPCM meant buying the part, installing it, and then having your vehicle towed to a GM dealership for expensive programming. We’ve eliminated that hassle. This is a genuine GM Fuel Pump Control Module that we program specifically for your vehicle before we ship it. Simply provide us with your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) after your purchase, and our technicians will flash the module with the latest, most stable software release from General Motors. This ensures perfect compatibility and performance right out of the box.
Key Benefits of This Programmed FPCM:
- โ No Dealer Visit Required: This module arrives at your door ready for installation, saving you time and money on dealership programming fees.
- โ Restored Engine Performance: Fixes common issues like stalling, hesitation, rough idle, and no-start conditions related to fuel delivery.
- โ Latest GM Software: We load the most current vehicle-specific calibration to improve performance and reliability over the original software.
- โ Direct-Fit Replacement: Guaranteed to fit and function correctly for the specified models. This module is a direct replacement for part numbers 22874299 and 22874300.
Simple Installation Guide for the 2013-2014 Encore Fuel Pump Module
You can do this job yourself with basic tools in under an hour. The module is located in the right rear of the vehicle, inside the quarter panel trim.
- Safety First: Disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery.
- Access the Module: Open the rear hatch. You will need to remove the plastic trim panels on the right (passenger) side of the cargo area to expose the inner quarter panel structure.
- Locate the Old Module: You will see the old FPCM mounted to the vehicle’s body. It’s a small black box with electrical connectors.
- Disconnect and Remove: Carefully unplug the electrical connectors. Note their orientation. Then, unbolt the module from its mounting bracket.
- Install the New Module: Bolt your new, pre-programmed module into place. Reconnect the electrical connectors securely.
- Reassemble and Test: Reinstall the interior trim panels. Reconnect the negative battery terminal. Start the vehicle to confirm the repair is successful.
Wide GM Compatibility
While this listing is focused on the Encore, this versatile module, part number 22874299, is also the correct programmed part for a wide range of other GM vehicles, including the Chevrolet Camaro, Caprice, Cruze, Sonic, Volt, Trax, Orlando, Buick Verano, and Cadillac XTS. We will use your VIN to ensure the correct programming is applied for your specific make and model.