Which is the body control module on a Chevy Malibu?

Not long ago the most advanced components on cars were electronic distributors. Jump forward a few decades and now computers control just about every electrical component on the car. The 2010 Chevrolet Malibu contains several modules, one of which is the Body Control Module or BCM.

What does the Body Control Module ( BCM ) do?

The Body Control Module (BCM) is the central organizational element of your car that controls other security systems of the vehicle. The BCM contains information which lets you know directly concerning a system that is malfunctioning and out of control.

Where is the BCM on a Chevy Malibu?

Thank y’all and glad to have found this malibu forum. Try the passenger side, near the blower motor. See http://cid-54465800aad91b49.office.live.com/self.aspx/pub/98B02014.GIF. The BCM is on the RH console as shown. Its the inside fuse box. Glen, check fuse 47 in the underhood fuse box.

What to do if your body control module fails?

As much as you want to know more about the Body Control Module (BCM) of your car, when it fails and replacement is sure to happen, it is better that your most trusted mechanic or technician do the job.

Is there a genuine Malibu body control module?

We provide a full selection of genuine Chevrolet Malibu Body Control Module, tested and validated by Chevrolet Malibu for fit, form and function. Please filter the Body Control Module results by choosing a vehicle.

Where can I find the Body Control Module?

For more information on your vehicle’s body control module, chat with a knowledgeable expert at your local NAPA AUTO PARTS store. Photo courtesy of Flickr. Having been bitten by the car bug at a young age, I spent my formative years surrounded by Studebakers at car shows across Quebec and the northeastern United States.

What can cause a body control module to fail?

Most of the time, a damaged BCM will have to be replaced and can’t be repaired. Water, vibration, heat and age can all contribute to a module failing, which, depending on the placement of the unit in your vehicle, can be difficult to avoid.