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2012 CHEVROLET SPIN

1.8 L Ecotec/Econo.Flex I4 (flex-fuel gasoline/ethanol), 5-speed manual or 6-speed automaticFWDgas
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Every control module on the 2012-2019 Chevrolet Spin — 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)4.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hrautomatic transmission▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with valve body inside automatic transmission (6T30/6T40 TEHCM design)
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ Transmission Electronic Hydraulic Control Module; requires transmission fluid drain, pan removal, and valve body R&R; adaptive shift relearn required after programming
Electric Power Steering Control Module (EPSCM)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with steering column assembly, below instrument panel at steering column
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ Column-assist EPS; steering column removal required; VIN programming and steering angle sensor calibration mandatory
Body Control Module (BCM)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, center stack area, above center console behind radio
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ Controls lighting, door locks, wipers, horn, power windows; VIN programming and configuration setup required; theft deterrent relearn mandatory
Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, driver side inner fender well, mounted to ABS hydraulic unit
🔧 Autel / Launch / Tech2
⚠️ Integrated with hydraulic unit; brake bleeding required after replacement; configuration and wheel speed sensor relearn
Serial Data Gateway Module (SDGM)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, near BCM location
🔧 GM SPS via MDI
⚠️ Manages communication between GMLAN and other bus systems; rare failure component
HVAC Control Module (HVCM)1.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, center stack, integrated with HVAC control head assembly
🔧 Tech2 / basic scan tool
⚠️ Actuator calibration relearn required after replacement; manual or automatic climate control variants
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
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ VIN and immobilizer programming required; Security Link authentication mandatory
OnStar Communication Module (VCIM)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hrwith OnStar▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, center upper area near windshield, or behind headliner near rearview mirror
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ VIN programming and OnStar account activation required; cellular antenna integrated
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, driver side, mounted in instrument cluster housing
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ VIN programming and odometer transfer required; configuration for vehicle options mandatory
Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hrwith remote keyless entry▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, center upper area, or integrated with BCM
🔧 Tech2 / scan tool
⚠️ Remote key fob programming required after replacement; may be integrated with BCM on some model years
Park Assist Control Module (PACM)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hrwith rear park assist (select trims)▸ programming details
📍 Behind rear bumper fascia, center area, or integrated with RVCM
🔧 Tech2 / scan tool
⚠️ Sensor calibration required after replacement; ultrasonic sensor system
Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, under center floor tunnel cover between front seats
🔧 GM SPS2 / GDS2 + MDI
⚠️ VIN programming required; disable SIR system and wait 2 minutes before removal; crash data retrieval capability
Radio / Infotainment Control Module (RDO)0.8 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument panel, center stack, mounted in radio cavity
🔧 Tech2 / scan tool
⚠️ MyLink system on later models; VIN relearn and configuration setup; anti-theft code may be required on early units
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.6 hr R&Rno coding1.8L gasoline engine (select markets)▸ programming details
📍 Under vehicle, mounted to fuel tank or frame rail near fuel tank
⚠️ Not present on all engine variants; controls fuel pump speed via PWM signal from ECM
Rear Vision Camera Module (RVCM)0.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hrwith rear vision camera (2016+)▸ programming details
📍 Rear liftgate, integrated with camera assembly above license plate
🔧 Tech2 / scan tool
⚠️ Camera calibration and configuration setup required; video signal to radio/infotainment module
Theft Deterrent Module / Passlock (TDM)no coding▸ programming details
📍 Integrated within Body Control Module (BCM)
⚠️ Immobilizer function integrated into BCM; no separate module; key relearn performed through BCM programming
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