1999 GMC Jimmy Possible ECM Unit Problem

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GMCJIMMY1999
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1999 GMC Jimmy 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I have a 1999 GMC Jimmy. I tried to start it yesterday, but all it would do was turn over, it would not start. I got it to a repair shop and they told me it could be the ECM Unit. How difficult is this to replace and what all needs to be done?
Aug 12, 2009 at 11:22 AM
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Don't be throwing parts at it-do below and comeback with some results that way I can determine if its really the computer is the culprit-

It could be fuel or spark problem

Disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,cap and rotor /distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, ECM,Ignitor cam and crank sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Aug 12, 2009 at 2:21 PM