Is Your 2010 Tahoe Plagued by Bizarre Electrical Gremlins?
If you’re dealing with flickering lights, power windows with a mind of their own, door locks that don’t respond, or a dashboard that lights up with random warnings, the culprit is often a failing Body Control Module (BCM). As the central nervous system for your vehicle’s comfort and convenience features, a faulty BCM can turn your reliable SUV into a source of daily frustration. You don’t have to guess which relay is bad or spend hours tracing wires—the problem often lies within the module itself.
The Simple, Reliable Fix: A VIN-Programmed BCM
Forget expensive dealership visits and the hassle of towing your vehicle for programming. This Body Control Module is the definitive solution, arriving at your doorstep pre-programmed specifically for your 2010 Tahoe. We use your vehicle’s VIN to load the latest, most stable GM software, ensuring seamless communication with all other systems in your truck. It’s a direct-fit replacement that restores functionality right out of the box.
- ✔ VIN Programmed: We flash the module with your vehicle’s specific information and the newest GM software updates before shipping.
- ✔ Solves Common Issues: Corrects problems with interior/exterior lighting, power windows and locks, remote keyless entry, and security system faults.
- ✔ No Dealer Required: This is a true plug-and-play solution that saves you time and hundreds of dollars in dealership programming fees.
- ✔ Broad Compatibility: This module, part number 25910474, is a direct replacement for a wide range of original part numbers, ensuring a perfect match.
Expert Diagnosis: A Real-World Tahoe BCM Failure
“A customer’s 2010 Tahoe came into my shop last week with the classic signs: the radio wouldn’t turn off even with the key out, and the power locks were working intermittently. After confirming the battery and grounds were solid, we inspected the BCM under the driver’s side dash. Sure enough, we found faint traces of corrosion on the connector pins—a common issue on these GMT900 platforms caused by water seeping past a degraded windshield cowl seal. Replacing the BCM with a VIN-programmed unit and advising the customer to reseal the cowl solved all the electrical issues permanently.”
Easy Installation Guide for Your 2010 Tahoe Body Control Module
Replacing the BCM on your Tahoe is a straightforward job you can do in your own garage. The module is located under the steering column, to the left of the brake pedal.
- Safety First: Disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery and wait 10-15 minutes for the system capacitors to discharge.
- Locate the BCM: On your 2010 Tahoe, it’s typically mounted to a bracket under the driver-side dashboard. You may need to remove a lower dash panel for access.
- Disconnect the Connectors: Carefully release the locking tabs on the multiple wiring harness connectors and pull them straight out from the module. Do not force them.
- Remove the Old Module: Unclip or unbolt the old BCM from its mounting bracket and remove it from the vehicle.
- Install the New BCM: Mount your new, pre-programmed module in the same location. Reconnect all wiring harnesses, ensuring each one clicks securely into place.
- Reconnect Battery: Reattach the negative battery terminal.
CRITICAL: Final Steps After Installation
To complete the job and ensure full system functionality, a few final procedures are required. These steps synchronize the new BCM with your vehicle’s other critical safety systems and must be performed with a compatible bi-directional diagnostic tool.
- Airbag System Reset: You must perform the ‘Setup SDM Primary Key in BCM’ procedure. This establishes the security handshake between the new BCM and the airbag system (SDM), which will clear the airbag warning light on your dash.
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Relearn: Some vehicles will require a ‘Brake Pedal Position Sensor Relearn’ to ensure the brake lights and stability control system function correctly.
Note: While the core programming is done for you, these final security and calibration steps are essential for safety. If you are not equipped to perform them, a local repair shop can complete these procedures for you quickly.
Guaranteed to Fit Your Vehicle
This BCM is a direct replacement for a wide array of GM vehicles beyond the Tahoe, including the Yukon, Suburban, Escalade, Express/Savana vans, and more. It is compatible with all the part numbers listed below. Simply provide your VIN at checkout, and we’ll handle the rest, ensuring you get the right part, programmed correctly, the first time.
Interchangeable Part Numbers: 10382479, 15093910, 15276271, 15299986, 15819552, 15828601, 15837419, 15872388, 15872421, 15880684, 15921352, 15921353, 15948438, 15948439, 20815898, 20839063, 20864767, 20864768, 20921435, 20921436, 20935349, 22860591, 25826124, 25826125, 25847588, 25847589, 25892622, 25910474, 25934762, 25934763, 95151084