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Mobile Module Service

ECU - Engine Control Module Programming / Repair

DFW Mobile programming for shops, rebuilders and independent mechanics.

Mobile service is available in the Dallas / Fort Worth service area; mail-in module service is available nationwide. Our work carries a 1-year unlimited-mile workmanship warranty.

Mobile in DFW - mail-in available nationwide. Most quotes are returned in under 4 business hours.

ECU - Engine Control Module Programming / Repair
BENCH / OEM PROGRAM
Flat-rate pricing - confirmed before any work begins
Quotes are free - no obligation.
Quotes returned in under 4 business hours
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Why Tuners and Engine Builders Choose Core Auto Logic

A new ECU ships virgin - no VIN, no calibration, no adaptation data. A donor ECU comes locked to a different vehicle. The work that turns either one into a running engine on your build is OEM-grade software, bench programming hardware, and the patience to do the full sequence every time.

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OEM Software on 40+ Platforms
Factory-grade programming access for Ford, GM, Chrysler/Stellantis, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai/Kia, Nissan, Subaru, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VAG and more. Correct calibration for the VIN, every time - no aftermarket guesswork.
OEM
Cloning + VIN Write Both Supported
For supported module combinations, cloning transfers the required original data to a compatible replacement. Programming is another possible route. We confirm readability, compatibility, security requirements and remaining vehicle setup before accepting either service.
CLONE
Bench Programming - No Vehicle Required
We program ECUs off-vehicle using bench power and CAN simulation. Useful when the truck does not run, the harness is damaged, or you need the module ready before installation day.
BENCH
Mail-In ECU Service
Mail-in ECU service is available nationwide after review. Start with year, make, model and a description; VIN is optional initially. Add the engine code and module part number if available, and wait for acceptance and shipping instructions.
Mail-in available Request review Compatibility review Quote required
MAIL-IN AVAILABLE - REQUEST REVIEW
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Two Ways to Get Your ECU - Engine Control Module Programming / Repair Done

Request nationwide mail-in bench service, or book a mobile visit if you're in the DFW metro. Our workmanship warranty covers defects in our completed work.

We Come to Your Shop

We bring OEM software and programming equipment to your DFW location. Any required vehicle checks or road procedures are confirmed with you.

  1. Schedule a visitWe confirm availability and an appointment window after reviewing the request
  2. Tech arrives on-siteRoute window confirmed before arrival, full tool kit in the van
  3. Service in-vehicleComplete the agreed programming, coding or module work using the applicable procedure
  4. Required verificationVehicle checks, adaptations or road procedures depend on the service and are confirmed in the agreed scope
COVERAGE
DFW Metroplex
Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, Frisco, Irving
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Mail-In Module Service

Submit the request for review. If accepted, Core Auto Logic sends the final quote and packing and shipping instructions.

  1. Submit for reviewStart with vehicle details and the requested work. VIN, part numbers and label photos are helpful if available; VIN is optional initially
  2. Wait for acceptanceDo not ship before receiving the final quote and instructions
  3. Ship inboundThe customer pays and arranges inbound shipping
  4. Tracked returnReturn shipping is included in the final quote
MAIL-IN ADDRESS
CORE AUTO LOGIC
6805 MAIN ST STE 430 PMB 1015
THE COLONY TX 75056
Start Mail-In Request

What to know before requesting service

Start with year, make, model and a short description. VIN is optional for an initial request; we may request it later to confirm compatibility.

  • Is this the right service?We review the ECU family, original module condition and replacement compatibility to choose programming, cloning, repair or recovery. Cloning requires readable source data or a supported recovery path; not every donor can be reused.
  • Helpful detailsVehicle details, symptoms and clear module-label photos if available. For cloning, include details of both original and donor modules. Send modules only after acceptance and shipping instructions.
  • What happens afterwardSome vehicles still need immobilizer pairing, coding or adaptations after installation. Idle and throttle relearns require the vehicle where the applicable procedure calls for them; they are not automatically included in an off-vehicle flash.
  • Price and timingPricing depends on module condition, access method, licenses and the agreed work. Most onsite module programming or ECU cloning jobs cost $300 for the first hour, including the $175 trip and assessment deposit. The deposit counts toward the total. Additional time after the first hour is charged separately, with the rate and any additional work confirmed before proceeding. Final pricing varies by vehicle, module and required work and is confirmed in the approved quote. Review the service terms.

DFW onsite or nationwide mail-in for eligible module work. The accepted quote confirms the delivery path. Appointment and completion timing are confirmed after review; do not ship before acceptance. See our factory software directory and service terms.

A quote request does not confirm an appointment. We will confirm scope, price, and availability with you.

What happens next

From your request to completed work and documentation.

  1. Describe the Vehicle and ECU RequestStart with year, make, model and the request: replacement, failed flash or cloning. VIN is optional initially. Add engine, transmission and module details if available. Most quotes are returned in under 4 business hours after review; compatibility and required information are confirmed before work.
    Describe the Vehicle and ECU Request - Core Auto Logic ecu-program-clone step 1
  2. Module IntakeFor mobile DFW service, we come to the vehicle. For mail-in ECU service, submit the request for review and wait for the accepted quote and instructions before shipping. Mail-in address: CORE AUTO LOGIC, 6805 MAIN ST STE 430 PMB 1015, THE COLONY TX 75056.
    Module Intake - Core Auto Logic ecu-program-clone step 2
  3. Approved Programming or CloningWe perform the approved programming or cloning operation and available bench checks. Idle relearns, throttle adaptations and immobilizer procedures may require the installed module and live vehicle. The quote identifies the included work and any procedures remaining after installation.
    Approved Programming or Cloning - Core Auto Logic ecu-program-clone step 3
  4. Return with Programming ReportThe work report records the operation and checks completed. For bench work, it also identifies any remaining vehicle-side procedures; a bench check is not a road test or a guarantee that unrelated vehicle faults are resolved.
    Return with Programming Report - Core Auto Logic ecu-program-clone step 4

Frequently Asked Questions

Cloning transfers supported data from an original module to a compatible replacement. Programming installs the appropriate software and configuration. Repair addresses a fault in the original hardware. These are different service paths; the symptoms, module condition and compatibility determine which path is suitable.
A used ECU may be suitable, but compatibility and security restrictions depend on the exact vehicle and module. Send the vehicle details and both module part numbers before buying a donor. We confirm whether programming, cloning or another replacement path is available; a matching connector alone does not establish compatibility.
An immobilizer or configuration mismatch is one possibility. An incompatible module, power or ground fault, wiring issue or another vehicle fault can also cause a no-start. Share the original symptoms, replacement part number and a full scan report so we can review the next diagnostic or programming step. Programming alone is not a diagnosis.
Mail-in bench programming is available nationwide after review. For platforms that require live vehicle parameters during programming, we note the mobile requirements at quote time.
What can be transferred depends on the ECU hardware, readable memory and compatibility of the replacement. Do not assume every calibration, security area or aftermarket tune can be copied. Tell us about any tune before service; we confirm the proposed data transfer or OEM programming path during review.
In practice, "programming" refers to the full sequence: VIN write, calibration flash, hardware parameter setup, and adaptation initialization. "Flashing" refers specifically to writing the calibration file. The required sequence depends on the module and accepted scope. Some setup or relearn procedures require the live vehicle after a bench flash.
Yes. We service diesel ECUs on Duramax, PowerStroke, Cummins, and common European diesel platforms. Diesel ECU work includes the same programming sequence plus injector coding where required by the platform.

Everything covered in this service

The agreed work is verified and documented before the job is completed.

OEM Software on 40+ Platforms
OEM
Factory-grade programming access for Ford, GM, Chrysler/Stellantis, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai/Kia, Nissan, Subaru, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VAG, and more. The correct calibration for the VIN - every time.
ECU Cloning
CLONE
On supported modules with readable original data and a compatible replacement, cloning can preserve the information needed for replacement. Eligibility and any remaining vehicle-side setup depend on the specific module and are confirmed during review.
Bench Programming - No Running Vehicle Required
BENCH
We program ECUs off-vehicle using bench power and CAN simulation. Useful when the vehicle does not run, the wiring harness is damaged, or you need the module programmed before installation.
Idle Relearn & Throttle Adaptation
IDLE
Idle and throttle relearns depend on the vehicle and applicable procedure. Some require the vehicle after installation and are not performed as part of an off-vehicle flash. We confirm the required setup and agreed scope before work begins.
Mail-In ECU Service
MAIL
Mail-in ECU service is available nationwide after review. Start with year, make and model (VIN optional initially), engine configuration, part number, and requested scope through the quote form.
1-Year Workmanship Warranty
GUARANTEE
All ECU programming and cloning is backed by our 1-year unlimited-mile workmanship warranty. If a programming defect surfaces, we resolve it at no charge.

Common reasons customers book this service

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New and remanufactured ECUs ship without VIN data and without the vehicle-specific calibration. They require a full VIN write, hardware parameter configuration, and calibration flash via OEM diagnostic software before the engine will run correctly.
P0600-series communication codes or P0606 (ECU processor fault) after a module swap usually mean the programming was incomplete. We finish the sequence: VIN write, idle relearn, throttle body adaptation, and immobilizer-pairing if required.
A dealer or aftermarket software update that went wrong - dropped communication mid-write, wrong calibration file - leaves the ECU in an undefined state. We recover from chip or bench with the correct OEM calibration.
When a donor engine comes with its own ECU, the module must be re-programmed to the recipient vehicle's VIN and immobilizer system, or cloned from the original ECU, so the engine starts and runs on the new chassis.
OEM technical service bulletins addressing idle quality, cold start, knock response, AFM/DFM behavior, or emissions compliance require a reflash of the ECU calibration. We carry current TSB calibration subscriptions for the platforms we support.
Tools and technical coveragePlatform access, equipment, and procedure details
PLATFORM INTELLIGENCE

How we plan this service

We use the VIN, repair details, and equipped systems to choose the access path and service workflow before the job starts.

Powertrain control

Bench and boot cloning paths

Some control modules require direct bench or boot access so immobilizer, VIN, coding, and calibration data can be transferred from the original unit to a donor.

Module family
MM10JA
Access method
Bench or boot access
Workflow
Module cloning
What to send

Send the original module, donor module, VIN, and a short fault history. Include water, fire, or no-communication symptoms.

Engine control

Boot-mode recovery planning

Boot-mode service is used when normal communication is unavailable or when protected memory must be read directly before a replacement module is prepared.

Module family
MT80
Access method
Boot access
Workflow
Recovery and transfer
What to send

Do not open the case before shipment unless instructed. Package the module dry and include any scan report or no-start notes.

Engine control

OBD transfer when the platform allows it

When a vehicle-side path is supported, coding or adaptation can sometimes be completed without opening the module. Bench validation still determines the final workflow.

Module family
8DF
Access method
OBD access where supported
Workflow
Vehicle-side data transfer
What to send

Provide the vehicle year, make, model, VIN, donor source, and whether the original unit still communicates.

TOOL CAPABILITY MATRIX

Capable platforms for this work

Platforms used for module programming, calibration flashing, cloning, VIN write, and post-flash verification.

Ford ECU and module programming
OEM SOFTWARE
Ford FDRS / IDS Factory calibration files and programming routines require Ford access.
No practical workaround
Source basis: Ford factory diagnostic and repair software documentation.
J2534 pass-through and cloud programming
AFTERMARKET PLATFORM
Autel, Launch Tech, Topdon The interface can support the access path, but OEM portals still control many calibration files.
Source basis: Autel, Launch Tech, and Topdon scanner-vendor capability documentation.
Coding, guided service functions, and verification
AFTERMARKET PLATFORM
Autel, Launch Tech, Topdon Used when supported coverage is strong enough for the vehicle and module family.
Coverage varies by module
Source basis: Autel, Launch Tech, and Topdon scanner-vendor capability documentation.
Bench read, write, and clone support
BENCH PROGRAMMER
Alientech / Autotuner / Orange5 / Scanmatik / Flex / VVDI2 / PCMFlash / CGDI / X-Prog Used when OBD programming is not the right path or donor data must be handled on the bench.
Bench access required Bench/chip-level only
Source basis: Bench programmer source packet for immobilizer, ECU, TCU, EEPROM, and MCU documentation.

ECU Programming Failure Indicators

Symptoms that point to an ECU that needs programming, cloning or recovery. Programming is one possible cause; diagnosis must also consider power, wiring, hardware and vehicle conditions.

No-Start After ECU Swap
P0606 or U0100 codes after a module replacement. The new ECU is not paired to the immobilizer or the calibration is missing.
Failed Software Update
Communication dropped mid-flash or the wrong calibration file was sent. Module is bricked or in an undefined state.
Rough Idle After Replacement
New module loaded, vehicle starts but idles rough or stalls. Adaptation data missing - throttle and idle relearn never ran.
Immobilizer Mismatch
Engine cranks but will not start. Replacement ECU does not recognize the existing keys or BCM security pairing.
Donor ECU Locked to Other Vehicle
Junkyard or used ECU shows the wrong VIN at scan. Module needs a VIN overwrite plus IMMO re-pair before it will pass start authorization.
Performance Drift After TSB
A bulletin-required calibration was not applied. Idle quality, knock response or AFM/DFM behavior off-spec until the current TSB ships.

Built around what your shop actually needs.

About this service.

Workmanship warranty

A 1-year unlimited-mile workmanship warranty on our work.

If a defect in our calibration or programming work appears, contact us so we can put it right at no charge. We confirm coverage for your specific job before work begins.

1-Year Unlimited Miles
Coverage for our completed service
Clear Scope and Pricing
Approve the scope and charges before work begins
Workmanship support
Contact us about a defect in our work
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Ready to get this programmed and out the door?

Mobile service is available in DFW, and mail-in module service is available nationwide. Submit a mail-in request for review. Most quotes are returned in under 4 business hours.

Prefer to talk it through? (945) 382-4065 - Monday-Saturday, 9 AM-7 PM Central. Closed Sunday.