Where is the BCM Located?

2015 JEEP PATRIOT
146,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DEBLASIODANIEL
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Looking for the location of BCM. Also, information on replacing. Will I have to take it to a dealership to get we flashed?
Feb 12, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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STRAILER
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The BCM in this car is called a TIPM (totally integrated power module) and ii-self learns so no programming is necessary. Here is the location of the unit and how to replace it. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.

Feb 12, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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CARDOCTOR74
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Hi Welcome, there are issues with grounds as well as the BCM needing top be replaced and programmed at the dealer. This link will help yours will be in the same location .Also contact the dealer with the VIN might be under recall for a free repair.

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2015/RCMN-15V509-4027.pdf

I would start here.
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Feb 12, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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