Cardone 79-8923 Engine Control Module

Remanufactured ECM for 1991 Dodge Dakota

This Cardone Engine Control Module is a remanufactured replacement for the 1991 Dodge Dakota with OE number 53008923. Built as a direct-fit ECM with a rectangle connector, 60 male pins, and a plastic housing, it is pre-programmed at the factory for the listed application.

Cardone remanufactured electronic and powertrain control modules are rebuilt from original equipment cores, with critical components re-soldered or replaced and each unit computer tested for function and reliability. The result is a service-ready engine control module for the 1991 Dodge Dakota, part number 79-8923.

Key Features

• Fits 1991 Dodge Dakota, N/A, with OE # 53008923
• Cardone part number 79-8923
• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style ECM for direct vehicle fit
• Factory pre-programmed for the listed application
• 1 rectangle connector with 60 male terminals
• Plastic housing with 3 mounting holes
• No flash programming required and not flashable
• Bench-tested or computer-tested depending on application
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces raw material and energy use versus new part production

Product Details

This engine control module is built for the 1991 Dodge Dakota and cross-references Dodge part number 53008923 for the same application. Cardone uses reverse engineering to identify common failure points in the original module, then corrects those weaknesses during remanufacturing. That process helps restore proper engine management, fuel control, and drivability when the original ECM has failed.

Part number 79-8923 is a practical replacement choice for a 1991 Dodge Dakota owner needing an OE-style ECM with confirmed fitment. The module is supplied as a remanufactured control unit, not a universal electronic part, and it is listed for the exact vehicle application shown above.

Common Problems This ECM May Resolve

• No-start or intermittent start condition caused by a failed engine control module
• Check engine light concerns related to ECM internal faults
• Erratic engine operation from damaged control electronics
• Communication or drivability issues traced to the original module
• Failure from heat, vibration, or aged solder connections inside the ECM

Installation Notes

• Verify the OE number 53008923 and confirm the module matches the vehicle application before installation.
• Inspect grounds, power feeds, wiring harness condition, and related relays or solenoids before replacing the ECM.
• Check for underlying causes of the original failure so the replacement module is not damaged by the same issue.
• This unit is pre-programmed at the factory for the listed application and does not require flash programming.
• For Chrysler PCM applications with a V suffix, VIN programming may be required; confirm the exact control module identification before installation.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactured control modules are 100% computer tested to verify operation before release. The remanufacturing process includes re-soldering or replacement of critical components at Cardone’s Philadelphia manufacturing plant, with validation focused on durability and performance. This product line is built to meet or exceed original equipment performance expectations for the listed 1991 Dodge Dakota application.