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?

Powertrain Control Module (PCM) The PCM is responsible for assessing the integrity of the EVAP system by running an EVAP diagnostic monitor during certain driving conditions to detect evaporative ...

Code P0720 is one of the OBD codes that is activated when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects erratic or insufficient input from the output shaft sensor (OSS). Such a code generally indicates ...

“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 ...