{"id":530481,"date":"2026-07-17T09:52:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T13:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/?p=530481"},"modified":"2026-07-19T11:51:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-19T15:51:40","slug":"2018-gmc-sierra-pcm-replacement-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/2018-gmc-sierra-pcm-replacement-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L PCM Replacement and Programming Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container\">\n<section class=\"hero\">\n<div class=\"code-badge\">PCM<\/div>\n<h1>2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L PCM Replacement and Programming Guide<\/h1>\n<p class=\"hero-subtitle\">The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L manages engine and transmission operation. Failure can cause no-start, stalling, poor performance, and set internal diagnostic trouble codes such as P0601 through P0630.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"quick-summary\">\n<h2>Quick Summary<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Factory labor time to replace the PCM on a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 is 1.4 hours, plus 0.5 hours for a relearn procedure.<\/li>\n<li>After PCM replacement, the engine control module must be reprogrammed per GM factory procedure.<\/li>\n<li>Common failure symptoms include no-start, stalling, and codes like P0601 (internal memory error).<\/li>\n<li>Two service bulletins address programming errors: #PIT5546D and #PIP5373B.<\/li>\n<li>Module-internal trouble codes documented for this vehicle include P0601, P0602, P0603, P0604, P0606, P062B, P062F, and P0630.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<p>If your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L is experiencing a no-start condition, intermittent stalling, or has set a check engine light with codes like P0601, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may be at fault. The PCM is the central computer that controls engine timing, fuel delivery, and transmission shifting. This guide explains what the PCM does in your Sierra, where it is located, what replacement involves, and how to avoid common programming pitfalls. You will learn the factory labor times, the required post-install reprogramming, and how a pre-programmed replacement unit can save you time and prevent errors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>What the PCM Does in a 2018 GMC Sierra<\/h2>\n<p>The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L is the primary engine and transmission computer. It receives data from sensors such as the crankshaft position, throttle position, and oxygen sensors, then adjusts fuel injection, ignition timing, and shift points to optimize performance and emissions. The PCM also monitors system health and stores diagnostic trouble codes when it detects a fault. When the PCM fails, it can cause a range of drivability issues because the engine and transmission lose their central command. For this reason, sourcing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/gm\/gmc-pcm-ecm-ecu-engine-computer\/sierra-c-k-series-engine-computers.html\">replacement PCMs for the Sierra 1500<\/a> that are correctly programmed for your VIN is critical to restoring proper operation. A failed PCM often sets internal codes like P0601, indicating a memory error, and may prevent the vehicle from starting or running correctly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Where the PCM Is Located and What Replacement Involves<\/h2>\n<p>On the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 (which uses the 4.3L engine), the PCM is typically mounted under the hood on the driver-side fender or near the firewall. Accessing the module requires removing any covers or brackets that may obstruct it. According to factory labor times, replacing the PCM on a Sierra 1500 is estimated at 1.4 hours. After installation, a PCM relearn procedure is required, which adds 0.5 hours of labor. The relearn process allows the module to synchronize with the throttle body and other adaptive values. No special torque specifications are provided in the factory data, but ensure all connectors are fully seated and the retaining bolts are snug.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:22px auto;text-align:center;max-width:720px\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e6ec;border-radius:8px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2018-gmc-sierra-pcm-service-figure.webp\" alt=\"2018 GMC Sierra PCM location diagram\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption style=\"font-size:13px;color:#667085;margin-top:8px\">From the factory PCM removal procedure for the 2018 GMC Sierra.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div style=\"background:#f7f9fc;border:1px solid #e2e8f2;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 24px;margin:18px 0\">\n<h3 style='margin-top:0'>How to Reach the PCM on the 2018 GMC Sierra<\/h3>\n<ol style=\"margin:14px 0 6px 0;padding-left:26px\">\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Disconnect<\/b> the battery negative cable.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Remove<\/b> any debris from around the control module connector.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Disconnect<\/b> the engine control module harness connectors.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Release<\/b> the two tabs retaining the engine control module to the module bracket.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style='margin:10px 0 0 0'><em>Work with the ignition off, and treat the module as static-sensitive: avoid touching the connector pins at any point.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:18px 0;font-size:15px\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Operation<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Configuration<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Book Time<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 2500 HD<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">1.4 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 1500<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">1.4 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 3500 HD<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">1.4 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 2500 HD<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 1500<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 3500 HD<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Engine Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 2500 HD<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Engine Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Sierra 1500<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Programming Requirements After Replacement<\/h2>\n<p>GM factory procedure requires that after replacing the engine control module (PCM) on your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L, you must reprogram it with the correct software and calibration for your vehicle. This involves using a scan tool with online access to GM&#8217;s servers, and the process can sometimes fail with errors like E4491 or E4423, as noted in service bulletin #PIP5373B. To avoid these complications, you can install <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/2018-gmc-sierra-1500-4-3l-pcm-engine-computer-ecm-ecu-programmed-plug-play.html\">a VIN-programmed replacement unit<\/a> from Flagship One. These modules arrive with the correct programming already loaded, so the post-install reprogramming step is already completed. This eliminates the need for a dealer visit or specialized scan tool, saving you the 0.5-hour relearn labor and the risk of programming errors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Symptoms of a Failing PCM<\/h2>\n<p>A failing PCM in your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L can produce several noticeable symptoms. The engine may crank but not start, or it may start and then stall unexpectedly. You might experience rough idling, misfires, or a lack of power during acceleration. Transmission shifting can become erratic or delayed. The check engine light will likely illuminate, and a scan tool may show communication failures with the PCM. One common internal fault is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0601-internal-control-module-memory-checksum-error\/\">internal control module memory checksum error<\/a>, which indicates the PCM&#8217;s memory has been corrupted. Other symptoms include the engine running with the ignition off, as described in service bulletin #PIT5546D, or a dead battery condition linked to the PCM staying awake.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Module Trouble Codes on the 2018 GMC Sierra<\/h2>\n<p>The following diagnostic trouble codes are documented as module-internal faults for the 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L PCM. These codes indicate problems within the control module itself rather than external sensors or circuits.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:18px 0;font-size:15px\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Code<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Meaning<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Full Guide<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0601-internal-control-module-memory-checksum-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0601<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0601-internal-control-module-memory-checksum-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Internal memory checksum error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0601-internal-control-module-memory-checksum-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0601 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0602<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Control module programming error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0602 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0603-internal-control-module-keep-alive-memory-kam-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0603<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0603-internal-control-module-keep-alive-memory-kam-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Keep-alive memory (KAM) error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0603-internal-control-module-keep-alive-memory-kam-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0603 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0604-internal-control-module-random-access-memory-ram-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0604<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0604-internal-control-module-random-access-memory-ram-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Internal RAM error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0604-internal-control-module-random-access-memory-ram-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0604 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0606-control-module-processor\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0606<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0606-control-module-processor\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module processor failure<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0606-control-module-processor\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0606 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><b>P062B<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Module-internal fault<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p062f-internal-control-module-eeprom-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P062F<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p062f-internal-control-module-eeprom-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Internal EEPROM error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p062f-internal-control-module-eeprom-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P062F guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0630-vin-not-programmed-incompatible-ecmpcm\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0630<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0630-vin-not-programmed-incompatible-ecmpcm\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module-internal fault<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0630-vin-not-programmed-incompatible-ecmpcm\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0630 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Factory Service Bulletins Worth Knowing<\/h2>\n<p>Two factory service bulletins apply to the 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L PCM. Bulletin #PIT5546D (dated Feb 1, 2019) addresses issues including a dead battery, code P1682, crank no-start, inability to program the ECM, headlamp water intrusion, and the engine running with the ignition off. Bulletin #PIP5373B (dated Jun 11, 2018) covers programming errors E4491 and E4423 that can occur when attempting to reprogram the ECM. These bulletins highlight the importance of following correct programming procedures and checking for related issues like battery voltage and connector integrity.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:18px 0;font-size:15px\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Bulletin<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Subject<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">What It Addresses<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Dead Battery \/ P1682 \/ Crank No Start \/ Unable to Program ECM \/ Headlamp Water Intrusion \/ Engi<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Program ECM Error E4491\/E4423 &#8211; (Jun 11, 2018)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Protecting the PCM in Your 2018 GMC Sierra<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"margin:14px 0 6px 0;padding-left:26px\">\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Maintain a healthy charging system; low or fluctuating voltage can damage the PCM over time.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Keep all ground connections and module connectors clean and tight to prevent resistance-related failures.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Avoid jump-starting the vehicle with a running donor vehicle; use a battery charger or follow proper jump-start protocols to prevent voltage spikes.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Address any diagnostic trouble codes promptly, especially internal codes like P0601, before they lead to a no-start condition.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Inspect the PCM connector seals and housing for water intrusion, as moisture can cause corrosion and short circuits.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">When performing any electrical work, disconnect the battery negative terminal to prevent accidental shorts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<p>When your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L needs a PCM replacement, you have two main options: have a dealer or shop install a new module and perform the required programming, or install a pre-programmed unit yourself. The dealer route involves the 1.4-hour labor plus 0.5-hour relearn and potential programming fees. A VIN-programmed replacement from Flagship One arrives ready to install, saving you the programming step and reducing downtime. This is especially valuable for the Sierra 1500, where programming errors like E4491 are documented.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:22px auto;text-align:center;max-width:720px\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e6ec;border-radius:8px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/googleshop\/gmtypeE92\/gm-pcm-typeE92-1.jpg\" alt=\"Refurbished VIN-programmed PCM for the 2018 GMC Sierra\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption style=\"font-size:13px;color:#667085;margin-top:8px\">A refurbished, VIN-programmed replacement PCM for the 2018 GMC Sierra from Flagship One.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Flagship One stocks a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/2018-gmc-sierra-1500-4-3l-pcm-engine-computer-ecm-ecu-programmed-plug-play.html\"><b>refurbished, VIN-programmed PCM for the 2018 GMC Sierra<\/b><\/a> with a lifetime warranty, free shipping and no core charge. The full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/gm\/gmc-pcm-ecm-ecu-engine-computer\/sierra-c-k-series-engine-computers.html\">GMC Sierra module lineup<\/a> covers other engine configurations as well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>The PCM in your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L is a critical component that controls engine and transmission functions. When it fails, symptoms like no-start, stalling, and codes such as P0601 are common. Replacement requires 1.4 hours of labor plus a 0.5-hour relearn, and factory procedure mandates reprogramming. Choosing a pre-programmed PCM from Flagship One eliminates the programming step and gets your Sierra back on the road faster.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your 2018 GMC Sierra 4.3L has no-start, stalling, or P0601 codes, the PCM may need replacement. 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