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2012–2026 CHEVROLET S10

2.8L I4 Duramax CTDi•4WD•diesel•LWN•turbo
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Control Modules — 2012–2026 Chevrolet S10

Every control module on the 2012 Chevrolet S10 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Transmission Control Module (TCM)3.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hrautomatic transmission only▸ programming details
📍 4L60E/4L80E: inside transmission pan, integrated with valve body (TEHCM). Manual: not equipped
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Transmission fluid drain required; adaptive learn drive cycle needed after programming
Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, driver side frame rail near master cylinder, integrated with hydraulic control unit
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Brake bleeding required after replacement; StabiliTrak calibration needed
Body Control Module (BCM)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind left side of instrument panel, above fuse block
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Controls lighting, door locks, remote start; VIN and option configuration required
Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM)1.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr4WD models only▸ programming details
📍 Inside cab, behind center console lower trim panel, mounted to floor
🔧 Tech 2 or drive cycle
⚠️ Encoder motor relearn required; shift pattern calibration via drive cycle
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel face, center of dashboard
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Odometer programming transfers mileage from old module; VIN required
Engine Control Module (ECM)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, driver side firewall, mounted to bracket below brake master cylinder
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ VIN-specific programming required; theft deterrent relearn mandatory
HVAC Control Module (HVAC)1.0 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Behind center instrument panel, integrated with HVAC control head
Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under center console, below radio stack, mounted to floor tunnel
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Battery disconnect and 2-minute wait mandatory; crash data retrieval available
OnStar Communication Module (VCIM)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hrwith OnStar▸ programming details
📍 Behind right side of instrument panel, above glove box area
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Subscription activation required through OnStar after replacement
Trailer Brake Control Module (TBCM)0.8 hr R&Rno codingwith factory trailer brake controller
📍 Under left side of instrument panel, above fuse block
⚠️ Manual gain adjustment required after installation
Radio (RAD)0.8 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center of instrument panel, integrated into dash stack
🔧 Tech 2 or self-relearn
⚠️ Theft lock relearn may be required; OnStar integration if equipped
Theft Deterrent Module (TDM)dealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated within Body Control Module
🔧 Tech 2 with TIS2Web
⚠️ Passlock III system; 10-minute relearn procedure required after BCM replacement
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