BRISTOL Series 6 Control unit replacement Cost

20102011 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system

Typical range

$6.9k$32.4k

Parts + labour

Labour hours

14h

At a typical garage

The engine or transmission control unit (ECU/TCM) is the brain of the relevant system; faults are relatively rare but when they occur the unit typically requires programming to the vehicle's VIN. BRISTOL Series 6 control unit replacement or reprogramming costs $6855–$32430.

Warning signs you need this repair

  • Multiple unrelated warning lights on the dashboard simultaneously
  • Engine or transmission entering limp-home mode with no clear cause
  • No communication with the ECU via diagnostic scanner
  • Intermittent stalling, rough running or shift problems with no other fault codes
  • Water ingress or fire damage to the control unit

Typical parts included

  • Engine control unit (ECU/ECM)
  • Engine control unit (ECU / ECM)
  • Headlight control unit / ballast

What affects the price

  • New OEM unit vs remanufactured unit (programming required either way)
  • Whether the unit requires dealer-level programming or can be done independently
  • Whether an underlying electrical fault caused the unit failure and also needs fixing

Common questions

How much does control unit replacement cost on a BRISTOL Series 6?

Control unit replacement on a BRISTOL Series 6 (20102011) typically costs between $6.9k and $32.4k including parts and labour at an independent garage.

What parts are needed for control unit replacement on a BRISTOL Series 6?

Common parts for this repair include: Engine control unit (ECU/ECM), Engine control unit (ECU / ECM), Headlight control unit / ballast.

How long does control unit replacement take on a BRISTOL Series 6?

Control unit replacement on a BRISTOL Series 6 typically takes 14 hours of labour at a garage.

How often does control unit replacement need to be done?

For a BRISTOL Series 6, control unit replacement is typically needed control units are replaced on failure; they very rarely fail without an underlying cause (moisture, voltage spike).

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