Restore Your Cadillac’s Electrical System with a Plug-and-Play Solution
If your 2014-2016 Cadillac SRX is suffering from bizarre electrical gremlins—like flickering lights, malfunctioning power windows, a haywire security system, or even a no-start condition—a failing Body Control Module (BCM) is the likely culprit. As a technician with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen how a faulty BCM can turn a luxury vehicle into a source of daily frustration. It’s the central command center for your car’s comfort and convenience features, and when it fails, chaos ensues. Forget the dealership’s high quotes and lengthy service appointments. We offer a straightforward, reliable fix: a replacement BCM with a mail-in cloning service that makes installation a breeze.
Real-World Repair Story: The Phantom Battery Drain
Real-World Repair Story: The Phantom Battery Drain
A customer brought in their 2015 SRX with a classic, maddening problem: a dead battery every morning. They had already replaced the battery and the alternator, but the issue persisted. After hooking up my diagnostic scanner, I noticed several communication error codes (U-codes) pointing to the BCM. Instead of a constant draw, the BCM was intermittently waking up other modules overnight, slowly draining the battery. By providing them with our cloned 2014-2016 SRX BCM, we solved the problem in a day. The customer simply swapped the modules, and the phantom drain was gone—saving them from a potential $1200+ dealership bill and weeks of guesswork.
How Our Simple Mail-In Cloning Service Works
Getting your SRX back to perfect working order is simple. Instead of shipping you a blank module that requires expensive dealer-specific tools for programming, we transfer the critical data from your original BCM to this replacement unit. This process ensures that your vehicle’s specific key information, security settings, and option configurations are perfectly preserved. Once you receive the programmed module back from us, it’s a direct-fit, plug-and-play installation. We will contact you with shipping instructions for your original module right after you place your order.
Is Your Cadillac Showing These Symptoms? Common BCM Failure Signs
- ✔ Unpredictable power windows, door locks, or mirrors
- ✔ Interior or exterior lights staying on or not working at all
- ✔ The security system or horn activating randomly
- ✔ Dash warning lights appearing for no reason (e.g., ABS, Airbag)
- ✔ Communication error codes, such as U0140, U0155, or other U-series codes
- ✔ Intermittent no-start or key-not-detected issues
Your Simple Swap-Out Guide
- ✔ Safety First: Always disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery before starting any electrical work.
- ✔ Locate the BCM: On the 2014-2016 Cadillac SRX, the BCM is typically located behind the left side of the dashboard. Access may require removing lower dash panels.
- ✔ Disconnect and Remove: Carefully unplug all electrical connectors from the old BCM. Note their orientation. Then, unbolt the module from its mounting bracket.
- ✔ Install the New Module: Mount your newly programmed BCM in the same location and securely reconnect all electrical connectors.
- ✔ Reconnect Power: Reattach the negative battery terminal. Start the vehicle and test all functions—windows, locks, lights, and radio.
Important Post-Installation Information
Our cloning service for the 2014-2016 SRX BCM handles the vast majority of the setup. However, in some cases, a vehicle’s other modules may need to be re-synced. If your airbag light is on, a professional scan tool is needed to perform the ‘Setup SDM Primary Key in BCM’ procedure. Additionally, some models may require a ‘Brake Pedal Position Relearn’ to ensure proper brake light and traction control operation. These are standard procedures that any qualified independent shop can perform if needed.
Verified Compatibility for Your Vehicle
This BCM is a direct-fit replacement for part number 13580698 and is interchangeable with the following part numbers: 13578458, 13589115, 13589637, 13590173, 13590851, 13591300, 13592376, 13593775, 13593776, and 13594564. It is confirmed to fit the following vehicles:
- Cadillac SRX: 2014-2016 (LH dash)
- Cadillac ELR: 2014-2016
- Buick LaCrosse: 2014-2016
- Buick Regal: 2014-2017
- Chevrolet Malibu: 2014-2015, 2016 (Limited)
- Chevrolet Volt: 2014-2015
- Chevrolet Camaro: 2014-2015
- Chevrolet Spark EV: 2014-2016
Frequently Asked Questions
Real-World Repair Story: The Phantom Battery Drain
A customer brought in their 2015 SRX with a classic, maddening problem: a dead battery every morning. They had already replaced the battery and the alternator, but the issue persisted. After hooking up my diagnostic scanner, I noticed several communication error codes (U-codes) pointing to the BCM. Instead of a constant draw, the BCM was intermittently waking up other modules overnight, slowly draining the battery. By providing them with our cloned 2014-2016 SRX BCM, we solved the problem in a day. The customer simply swapped the modules, and the phantom drain was gone—saving them from a potential $1200+ dealership bill and weeks of guesswork.