Restore Your Impala’s Performance and Reliability
Is your 2006 Chevrolet Impala suffering from frustrating and unpredictable issues like stalling, rough idling, a persistent check engine light, or a complete no-start condition? A failing Engine Control Module (ECM) is often the culprit, leaving you stranded and stressed. This isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a critical failure that compromises your vehicle’s performance and safety. It’s time to stop guessing and install a solution that gets you back on the road with confidence. This is a direct-replacement, professionally programmed 2006 Impala ECM, engineered to restore the smooth, reliable operation you depend on.
Common Symptoms & Your Solution
A faulty ECM can manifest in numerous ways, often mimicking other sensor failures and making diagnosis a headache. If you’re experiencing any of the following, this module is your definitive solution:
- Erratic engine performance, stumbling, or hesitation
- Poor fuel economy
- Transmission shifting problems
- Failure to start or intermittent stalling
- Check Engine Light (CEL) with communication-related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) like U0100, P0601, or P0606
Instead of paying for expensive dealership diagnostics and programming, this ECM arrives at your door flashed with the latest GM software updates and programmed specifically to your vehicle’s VIN. This ensures seamless communication with all other modules and restores your engine’s factory-specified performance and efficiency.
Features & Tangible Benefits
- âś” VIN-Specific Programming: We flash the module to your exact VIN before shipping, eliminating the need for costly dealer programming. It’s ready to install right out of the box.
- âś” Latest GM Software: Your ECM comes loaded with the newest updates from General Motors, ensuring optimal fuel efficiency, emissions control, and engine performance.
- âś” Direct-Fit Replacement: Engineered to match service numbers like 12590032, 12602044, and 19210737, guaranteeing a perfect fit and hassle-free installation in the factory location.
- âś” Restored Drivability: By replacing the failing brain of your engine, you’ll solve complex electrical issues and restore the smooth, predictable performance your vehicle once had.
- âś” Purchase with Confidence: This unit is backed by our one-year replacement warranty.
An Expert’s Perspective
I’ve been diagnosing these GM vehicles for over two decades. I remember the days when a bad ECM meant towing the car to a dealer, waiting for days, and paying a hefty bill for programming. The biggest frustration for DIYers and independent shops was having a perfectly good replacement part that was essentially a paperweight without the dealer’s proprietary tools. This pre-programmed module changes the game. It puts the power back in your hands, turning a complex, expensive repair into a straightforward, manageable job you can do in your own garage. This isn’t just a part; it’s the modern, smart solution to a classic automotive problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What information do you need from me after I order?
After you complete your purchase, you will need to provide us with your vehicle’s 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). We cannot program and ship your programmed 2006 Impala ECM without it. This ensures the module is a perfect match for your car’s specific systems.
Is this part truly “plug and play”?
Yes, this module is programmed to your VIN to be as close to plug-and-play as possible. In some GM vehicles, a security relearn procedure (often called a CASE relearn or anti-theft relearn) may be required after installation. This is a simple procedure that can typically be done without special tools and instructions can be readily found online.
How can I be sure my old ECM is the problem?
While the symptoms listed above are strong indicators, it’s always best to have the vehicle properly diagnosed. Common signs of a failing ECM include multiple unrelated error codes, communication errors with a scan tool, and engine performance issues that aren’t resolved by replacing sensors. This part is the solution for a confirmed faulty module.
Will this fit vehicles other than the 2006 Impala?
Absolutely. This ECM, service number 19210737, is interchangeable with several other part numbers and fits a wide range of GM vehicles from the mid-2000s, including models from Buick, Cadillac, Pontiac, GMC, and Saturn. Please carefully review the detailed fitment list on this page to confirm compatibility with your specific make, model, and engine.
What does it mean that it’s flashed with the ‘newest updates’?
Car manufacturers like GM often release software updates for their vehicle computers to fix bugs, improve transmission shifting, and optimize fuel efficiency. We ensure your replacement ECM is programmed with the very latest and most stable software version available from GM for your specific vehicle, giving you better-than-original performance.