Cardone 79-9190 Engine Control Module

Remanufactured ECM for 1987 Dodge Dakota

Cardone 79-9190 is a remanufactured engine control module for the 1987 Dodge Dakota with OE numbers 4379190, 4379536, and 4379564. It is built for direct replacement use and is pre-programmed at the factory for the listed application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured original equipment-style engine control module
• Fits the 1987 Dodge Dakota application listed in the fitment data
• 2 connector design with rectangular connector shape
• Plastic housing with 4 mounting holes
• Pin-style male terminals; terminal count listed as 10 and 14 by application
• No flash programming required and not flashable
• Critical components are re-soldered or replaced during remanufacturing
• 100% computer tested for function and reliability

Product Details

This Cardone Engine Control Module is part of the Cardone remanufactured electronic and powertrain control module line, which focuses on restoring OE-level operation through reverse engineering and component-level repair. For the 1987 Dodge Dakota, Part Number 79-9190 is a direct-fit ECM solution that supports factory-style vehicle control without requiring flash programming. This part cross-references Dodge OE numbers 4379190 and 4379536 for the same application.

Cardone remanufacturing includes inspection of failure points, replacement or re-soldering of critical electrical components, and computer-based testing before release. The process is intended to restore stable module operation while reducing the raw material and energy demand associated with producing a new part.

Common Issues This ECM May Address

• No-start condition related to a failed engine control module
• Intermittent stalling or rough running caused by module faults
• Check engine or drivability problems traced to ECM failure
• Communication or control issues after confirming power, ground, and wiring integrity
• Vehicle performance problems on a 1987 Dodge Dakota with the listed OE numbers

Installation Notes and Tips

Before replacing the original ECM, verify that the root cause is not a poor ground, weak power feed, damaged wiring harness, or a shorted relay or solenoid. Confirm the Ford, GM, or Chrysler programming and anti-theft requirements only if your vehicle platform calls for them; for this Dodge Dakota application, the module is listed as pre-programmed at the factory and does not require flash programming. Match the OE number on the original unit to the Cardone reference before installation.

Quality Assurance

Each unit is computer tested, and critical internal components are reworked during remanufacturing at Cardone’s Philadelphia facility. The remanufacturing process is designed to correct known design weaknesses identified through failure analysis and to return the module to dependable operation for the listed 1987 Dodge Dakota application.