-it seems that those three little letters strike fear into many a promoter, track owner, or sanction head whenever they hear it. ECU stands for Engine Control Unit. Also called an ECM (Engine Control ...

“We have been doing module swaps and exchanges for years,” said Austin C. Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC. “Bringing this core module restoration in-house allows us to further reduce ...

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2010 E350, 2014 G550, 2008-2009 C300, 2008 C350, 2009 CLK550, 2007 SL550, SLK280, and 2008 SLK350 vehicles. Various control units may have been ...

Knock sensors are devices used in internal combustion engines to detect engine knock or detonation. The knock sensor detects vibrations and sends a signal to the engine control module (ECM), to ...

Having a basic understanding of automotive acronyms is important. Some, like ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and DOHC (Dual Over Head Camshafts), represent commonly advertised automotive features, ...

(iSeeCars) – There are a lot of mechanical and electrical parts that work together to help your car run smoothly. The electronic control module (ECM) or powertrain control module (PCM) is the main ...

A purge valve is a vital component of a vehicle's evaporative emission control (EVAP) system. Its function is to control the flow of fuel vapors from the fuel tank and evaporative canister into the ...

GM issued a bulletin for Chevy Silverado trucks that may lose brake assist after auto-stop/start. A voltage drop causes the fault; dealers reprogram a module.