BCM change out

2002 BUICK CENTURY
6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GEORACES
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How do you change the BCM on a 02 buick century? Can i get 1 from a junk yard?
Jul 17, 2011 at 9:20 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Here is the problem with geting a used bcm it has your mileage stored meaning you would be changing your milege to.what ever the used bcm has.There easy to change but the brand new one needs to be programed with your mileage etc.That would be a dealer that has the tools to do that.
Jul 17, 2011 at 9:27 PM
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GEORACES
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Thank you,,,,so i can put in a used 1 and it would work. But a new 1 would be the best way to go?
Jul 17, 2011 at 9:37 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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A used one you have a mileage issue and would possibly have a options issue even a used one you would have to have the key fobs programed relearn the pass lock or option differences explain the mileage difference to the dmv and your insurance company.A new one would be the way to go.Iam all for used parts when you can but the bcm i would say go for a new one.
Jul 17, 2011 at 9:44 PM
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GEORACES
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Thank you very much, I'll get a new 1. Have a great evening :)
Jul 17, 2011 at 9:47 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Your welcome thats what were here for.
Jul 17, 2011 at 9:50 PM
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