Hello I have a n14 celect plus engine in a 1997 kenworth t800 . Was thinking of buying a spare Ecm I saw for sale . Are they plug and play or is there different models of Ecms . Thanks
Swapping ECMs
Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by Jleippi, May 6, 2024.
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Programming will probably be different based off the CPL # and the user settings. Cummins can probably copy your current ECM program/settings and load it all into the new one.
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Ok he’s looking for 900 dollars Canadian. I’m a bit worried if it works based on the picture.
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Unless I knew it was a good ECM I wouldn't chance it.
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You need to have the ECM software calibrated to your specific motor for full function of parameters.
The hardware is the same. The software is not.
In my learning years. I had an ECM go bad during a trip. I removed the ECM went to Cummins bought new ECM. Took it back to truck installed the new ECM. All fixed, I thought. Turn key, nothing but a motor turning over but wouldn't start.
Back to the Dealer I go, fully aware they sold me a bad ECM.
NOPE.
The ECM I bought was as good as a brick, I didn't have them install the software and parameters. That cost an extra $300.00
Make sure you buy a CELECT + ECM not a CELECT ECM.BoxCarKidd Thanks this. -
Check If the labels of the engine ecm and the spare one show the same year and model.
I think those 1997 trucks dont use immobilizer.
In new trucks is a little more complicated because all modules on the truck are registererd under the same VIN number and a reprogramming is needed.
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