What happens when the ECM on a Dakota goes bad?
What happens when the ECM on a Dakota goes bad? Just like a human’s brain, your Dakota can’t function without it. It is sometimes referred to as the ECU or PCM. It’s all the same thing. The ECM controls and directs your entire drivetrain (unless there is a serrate transmission controller). When an ECM starts to go bad, it can cause all sorts of problems. 1. What the ECM Does 2. What happens if your PCM is not working? The PCM is also designed to control both ignition timing and spark. Problems with the PCM often result in the vehicle...