1999 GMC Jimmy Possible ECM Unit Problem

Tiny
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1999 GMC Jimmy 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I have a 1999 GMC Jimmy. I tried to start it yesterday, but all it would do was turn over, it would not start. I got it to a repair shop and they told me it could be the ECM Unit. How difficult is this to replace and what all needs to be done?
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 AT 11:22 AM

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Tiny
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Don't be throwing parts at it-do below and comeback with some results that way I can determine if its really the computer is the culprit-

It could be fuel or spark problem

Disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs, coil's resistances, cap and rotor /distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, ECM, Ignitor cam and crank sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
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Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 AT 2:21 PM

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