In this I have a look at a Chevrolet Captiva that was dropped off by a customer who purchased it used with low mileage. It appears the car must have been jump started back words perhaps. At any rate it appears that one way or another somehow, somewhere the smoke was let out of a few modules after a battery replacement. let me know your thoughts -Enjoy!
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49 thoughts on “Chevrolet captiva: bad bcm and ecm!? part i”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Javier Requena says:

    Trans shifts roughly when moving into gear from park to drive and also no gear illumination on dashboard

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Javier Requena says:

    Hi good evening I have a captiva showing code u0101 saying tcm not communicating where is tcm located and do u think that is the problem from Belize by the way I greatly appreciate an answer thanks God bless

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Block Party says:

    Where is the TCM located on a 2015 Captiva??? Vehicle starts with no problem… Code is reading UO101 Failure to communicate with TCM… Any direction would help Deeply.. thanks…

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rick Deckard says:

    I think the tool manufactures bribe the engineers to change fastners on new cars. My resones for this is, it costs me thousands every time they change them. There are millions of mechanics that have to keep up their tools so….!?

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars echoechokilo 1 says:

    I could have opened it faster with a BFH! LOL

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ralph Pfeffer says:

    I had all the same issues as this Captiva albeit I have a Saturn Vue (same vehicle). I was at the point of replacing the BCM until I finally figured out all it needed was a positive battery cable. So code B1000 even if you have it doesn't necessarily mean a BCM is required like the manual says. The BCM is acting towards the voltage spikes because of the cable. The reactions make it appear that bcm is faulty.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Gary says:

    I’ve gotten the b1000 error when one of the wires to the stereo grounded out

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Larry Rich says:

    Even a real mechanic "professional" questions themselves at times. Good job very realistic and as the gentleman said prior to my comment it's comforting watch some of the minor struggles with disassembly and the fear of breaking stuff.
    Lara

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Gary says:

    He knows the aviation alphabet. Does Eric O fly???

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Richard Ramon says:

    How do the BCM and ECM go bad so soon???

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mentology Health Awareness says:

    He is moving parts and all I hear is hard plastic.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mick00000000002 says:

    Are you drunk

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mick00000000002 says:

    Delete this video

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mick00000000002 says:

    Ecm power surge

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mick00000000002 says:

    Your crap mate

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mick00000000002 says:

    Easy way blow up bsm

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mick00000000002 says:

    Why is power on when desible this ?

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Linz McGeorge says:

    Lightning strike?

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chanda Nail says:

    I know nothing about cars, but I have a Captiva 2012. I've paid 500 twice to replace the battery cables because it would just lose power driving down the road. (Of course it wouldn't do it at the shop so I would get the "are you sure lady, can't find anything wrong" attitude…. don't get me started on the 1/4 inch thick plastic door handles. I finally just learned how to take the door apart and replace them myself…

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brian Mohns says:

    You never even had to curse at it. Well done. Thanks take care.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Marko Markic says:

    HELP WRANGLER YJ 1991 YEARS ENGINE 4.0 PCM 56026982 NEED NUMBER PART FOR NEW PCM THANKS FROM BOSNIA

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Monson Towing & Locksmith says:

    If I'm replacing the BCM with a used one do I need a JBox programmer or can my standard Autel suffice?

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lawrence Lamson says:

    Those are daewoo wrapped chevy aka cRaptiva!

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars twincam825 says:

    What a bunch of junk general mess is correct.

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars aterack833 says:

    GM was just calling you a knob that’s all “remove shifter, knob”

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rick Ptak says:

    The Captivas were originally made for the Foreign Markets and Fleet Sales, but were later sold to the US Market as GM "Program Cars" by certain GM Dealers.

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DoTheDew92 says:

    Just recently started watching you. Love the commentary. Love the details. I will be long time follower.

    I work at LKQ junkyard and 8/9 out of 10 times I can pull a sellable part like console/dash…ext without any reference, alldata.
    The times I do break things makes me fear working at repair shop.

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matt Man Productions says:

    There's your problem! They use Java🤦‍♂️

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matt Man Productions says:

    I really hate how they make the consul so hard to take apart, end up breaking it or they never are about to go back together

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Justin Case says:

    Bosch botch on the air bag thing …

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Justin Case says:

    I’m “reluctantly” the go to guy for diagnosing for the extended family .. I find myself “imprinted” with Eric’s and Ivan’s logic/dialogue when doing so .. almost like a Twilight Zone moment at times …

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ozzy Krahn says:

    Thank god i drive a 2020 ford fusion

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ozzy Krahn says:

    If there engines stick together as well as this, they be a great company. So true

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ozzy Krahn says:

    You drive a chevy, you in the fire hazard

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 50Sled says:

    Did he say wingdongers??? Love this guy…

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mohamed Ahmed says:

    "Aah I hate plastic" I feel you man cause no matter how much you're careful with it, something will always break.

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jimmy Dell says:

    I believe that the Chevy Captiva could not be purchased new from a dealer. The car was
    produced for fleet sales, think rental car. I have rented one, I did not find it a pleasant car to drive.

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars rafael valenzuela says:

    how many scanners do you have Eric ? A lot of money invested in scanners and everything you have a lot of nice tools nice job

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joseph D'Angelo says:

    Boyoboy I'd like to see the look on your face while you're doing that I bet you're cringing man thinking oh s*** I'm going to have to buy that part I know how you feel there I hate breaking plastic myself you obviously are a very gentle fellow LOL Hugo Eric you're the best man stay safe and stay well and as always God bless

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars chevylover432 says:

    As much as my 01 suburban pisses me off but after seeing this video i think ill keep that suburban a little longer

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars PAULY'S AUTO says:

    I know the GM BCM's don't like losing their ground(s) and if I remember right there's a TSB for this.

    Always interesting to wonder why they fail 🤔?

    I always worry about it when disconnecting them…they warn against doing so without disabling the battery in the TSB. But who knows, they warn about doing that on everything so???

    Thanks for sharing this with us!

    Great video as always Eric!

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars LTVoyager says:

    I am curious why you left the key one while removing the BCM? Generally, it is not good practice to leave components powered when disconnecting connectors and such.

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Darren McNeilly says:

    Its a CRAPtiva what did you expect

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars keith grant says:

    Watch intently as Eric struggles with plastic trim for far too long….haha love your videos. Mechanic too. I find I struggle with the easy things a lot more than the difficult stuff.

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars youandi06 says:

    You had me on the floor laughing when you said if their engines stuck together this good they'd be a great company .

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Gates says:

    We just traded off y wife's 2012 Captiva with over 112,000 miles and not one major repair. Just tires, battery, oil changes and a few car washes. BUT!!!! the one thing that I did experience was when the battery is getting low on voltage, you can not remove the key from the ignition, in fact you can not even turn the engine off!!!!!!!! I was told by the dealer this was by design so you don't get stranded. Oh really!!!!! That was the only problem with the Captiva. Only one wheel alignment after on set of new tires were installed the the tire guy checked the alignment and accomplished that for us. We had just a slight pull to the left, was not really that bad, but enough to get your attention. One other was replacing the cruise control unit on the steering wheel, Now that was fun, you have to remove the driver's air bag. Thank goodness for YouTube.

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ATX-CVPI says:

    It’s a Craptiva.

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars geosutube says:

    So incredibly complicated to fix or repair autos today. The average home handyman cannot do it any more., Our best solution is to find an independent auto repair shop, treat them right, stick to our day jobs.

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars H says:

    Gurl you greasy 😂 if I had a nickel for everytime I used that one.

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