Restore Your Vehicle’s Brainpower with a Hassle-Free BCM Solution
Are you dealing with baffling electrical issues in your 2015 GMC Yukon or another GM vehicle? Flickering lights, malfunctioning power windows, a security system that acts up, or worse—a vehicle that won’t start? As a technician with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen these exact problems hundreds of times, and the culprit is often a failing Body Control Module (BCM). The BCM is the central command center for your vehicle’s body electronics, and when it goes bad, it can create a cascade of frustrating and seemingly unrelated symptoms.
Forget the expensive trip to the dealership and the days of downtime. This isn’t just a replacement part; it’s a complete, ready-to-install solution. We offer a professional cloning service where we transfer the precise data from your original BCM to this fully tested replacement unit. The result? A true plug-and-play module that restores your vehicle’s functionality without any additional programming or dealer intervention. This is the most reliable and efficient way to get your truck or SUV back to perfect working order.
A Technician’s Notebook: The Case of the Haunted Sierra
I remember a 2015 Sierra 1500 that came into my bay with what the owner called “a ghost.” The interior lights would fade in and out while driving, the radio would randomly change stations, and occasionally, the horn would chirp when he used the turn signal. He’d already replaced the battery and checked grounds. After hooking up my scan tool, I saw multiple communication loss codes (U-codes) pointing to the BCM. Instead of a costly new module and hours of programming, we used a cloned BCM. The customer sent us his old unit, we transferred the data, and sent the new one back. He installed it in under 30 minutes, and every single phantom issue was gone. It’s a testament to how effective this service is for a complex problem.
Common Signs of a Failing BCM
A failing Body Control Module can make you feel like you’re chasing electrical gremlins. If your vehicle is showing any of these signs, your BCM is the likely cause:
- ✔ Erratic or non-functional power windows, door locks, or interior/exterior lights.
- ✔ The security or anti-theft system prevents the vehicle from starting.
- ✔ Dashboard warning lights for ABS, Airbags, or StabiliTrak appear intermittently.
- ✔ The horn, windshield wipers, or radio operate on their own or not at all.
- ✔ Communication error codes, such as U0140 (Lost Communication With Body Control Module), are present.
- ✔ Key fobs stop working or work unreliably.
A Straightforward Guide to Installation
Our cloning service makes the physical swap simple. While the BCM location varies slightly by model, the process is generally straightforward for a DIYer or any professional technician.
- Safety First: Always disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery before working on any electronic components.
- Locate the BCM: On most GM trucks and SUVs like the Yukon, Tahoe, and Silverado, the BCM is located under the driver’s side of the dashboard, near the steering column. For other models like the Corvette or CTS, it may be in the LH dash or hinge pillar.
- Remove and Replace: Carefully disconnect the electrical connectors. They have locking tabs that must be depressed. Unbolt or unclip the old module and remove it. Mount the new, pre-programmed BCM in its place.
- Reconnect Everything: Firmly re-seat all electrical connectors into the new BCM until they click. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
- Perform Final Checks: Start the vehicle and test all body functions—lights, locks, windows, radio, etc. Note that some vehicles may require post-install procedures as detailed below.
Important Post-Installation Information
Our programming handles the critical data, but due to the complexity of modern vehicles, some systems may need to be re-synced after the BCM is connected.
- Airbag System Sync: If the airbag light is on after installation, a professional scan tool is needed to perform the ‘Setup SDM Primary Key in BCM’ procedure. This syncs the new BCM with the airbag system.
- Brake Pedal Position Relearn: On some models, a brake pedal position sensor recalibration may be necessary to ensure proper brake light and traction control operation.
- No Core Charge: You can keep your original module. There is no core charge or need to return it after the service.
Verified Vehicle Compatibility
This module is a direct-fit replacement for the following part numbers: 13592137, 13506935, 13506936, 13587704, and 13594764. It is guaranteed to fit the makes and models listed below. Please match your part number or vehicle to ensure compatibility.
This part will fit these makes and models with these options
CORVETTE 15 Body Control (BCM); (LH dash)
IMPALA 15-16 Body Control (BCM); VIN 1 (4th digit, New Style), (LH dash), ID 13587704
SIERRA 1500 PICKUP 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column)
SIERRA DENALI 1500 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column)
SUBURBAN 1500 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), w/model year break point (opt AVF)
SILVERADO 3500 PICKUP 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), ID 13587704
XTS 15 Body Control (BCM); (left front hinge pillar)
YUKON XL 1500 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), w/model year break point (opt AVF)
ATS 15 Body Control (BCM); (on firewall)
ESCALADE 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), w/model year break point (opt AVF)
CTS 15 Body Control (BCM); Sdn, (LH dash)
SIERRA 2500 PICKUP 15 Body Control (BCM); (LH firewall), ID 13587704
SILVERADO 2500 PICKUP 15 Body Control; (under steering column), ID 13587704
SONIC 15-18 Body Control (BCM); (RH rear quarter panel)
TAHOE 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), w/model year break point (opt AVF)
CTS 16 Body Control (BCM); (LH dash), ID 13587704
ESCALADE ESV 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), w/model year break point (opt AVF)
SIERRA DENALI 3500 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), ID 13587704
ATS 16 Body Control (BCM); (on firewall), ID 13587704
SIERRA 3500 PICKUP 15 Body Control (BCM); (LH firewall), ID 13587704
SIERRA DENALI 2500 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), ID 13587704
SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column)
YUKON 15 Body Control (BCM); (under steering column), w/model year break point (opt AVF)
How does the cloning service work?
How does the cloning service work?
After you place your order, we will contact you with instructions to ship your original BCM to us. Once we receive it, our technicians will extract the unique software and key data and flash it onto the replacement module. We then ship the ready-to-install BCM back to you.
Will I need to have this programmed by a dealer?
How does the cloning service work?
After you place your order, we will contact you with instructions to ship your original BCM to us. Once we receive it, our technicians will extract the unique software and key data and flash it onto the replacement module. We then ship the ready-to-install BCM back to you.
How long does the service take?
How does the cloning service work?
After you place your order, we will contact you with instructions to ship your original BCM to us. Once we receive it, our technicians will extract the unique software and key data and flash it onto the replacement module. We then ship the ready-to-install BCM back to you.
Do I need to send in my keys?
How does the cloning service work?
After you place your order, we will contact you with instructions to ship your original BCM to us. Once we receive it, our technicians will extract the unique software and key data and flash it onto the replacement module. We then ship the ready-to-install BCM back to you.
What if my original BCM is completely dead or not communicating?
How does the cloning service work?
After you place your order, we will contact you with instructions to ship your original BCM to us. Once we receive it, our technicians will extract the unique software and key data and flash it onto the replacement module. We then ship the ready-to-install BCM back to you.