OEM Modules guides

Understand your module before ordering

Use these practical, source-backed guides to record the complete identifier, understand BCM and GEM terminology, and prepare the right questions before buying.

Three starting points

Practical guidance for a careful purchase

Each guide keeps identification, diagnosis, and vehicle-specific setup as separate questions.

Part identification 4 min read

How to Find Your GM BCM or Ford GEM Part Number

A clear label photo and the complete identifier are the best starting point for comparing replacement modules.

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Module basics 4 min read

BCM vs GEM: Understanding the Module Names

Understand the names used in the GM BCM and Ford GEM catalog without treating similar modules as interchangeable.

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Buying guidance 5 min read

Before You Buy a Replacement BCM or GEM

Six questions to resolve before you spend money on a replacement body-control module.

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