The powertrain control module isn't the only computer that you can find on contemporary cars, but it is the primary computer that controls most systems and functions for vehicles that utilize a PCM.

The powertrain control module, aka PCM, is your vehicle’s brain. It manages the engine, transmission and other systems based on information it receives from various sensors around the vehicle.

What is a PCM in a car? The term PCM stands for powertrain control module, and is a critical piece of equipment within your vehicle, but do you know what it does?

Over 86% of the systems on today's vehicles integrate electronics and computer controls. Most people don’t realize how powerful the modern automotive Powertrain Control Module (PCM) really is.

Read the Chevy High-Performance tech article on How to Program an OBD-II Powertrain Control Module.

Once the vehicle is running, and the engine is warmer, the storage canister releases the vapors through a purge valve opened by the vehicle's powertrain control module (PCM) into the intake manifold.

“The warranty claim was rejected after a Stellantis Calibration Engineer ran Powertrain Control Module (PCM) diagnostics and confirmed that the vehicle’s PCM was tampered with and contained ...

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and manual transmissions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may broadcast an unintended ...

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles equipped with 6-cylinder engines. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may unexpectedly ...