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Engine Control Unit (ECU) - Reprogram
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2021 Nissan Altima Edit

Repair Pricing

Near Ashburn, VA
20146

ECU Reprogramming

Fair Repair Range

$165 - $205

Includes parts & labor for ZIP 20146

“Dealer” refers to service centers that specialize in one or two makes and sell those vehicles. As a franchise dealer:
  • They use top-quality manufacturer-recommended or “official” parts
  • Parts usually come with a manufacturer's warranty - ask the dealer about this as details may vary
  • They have the highest level of training and knowledge, and their labor rates may reflect this

Total Estimate:

Parts

$0 - $0


Labor

$175 - $205

“Independent” refers to a service center that services multiple makes instead of specializing. In addition:
  • They don't sell vehicles
  • Because they can use non-official or aftermarket parts, their pricing might seem lower
  • Independents tend to be generalists with a broad level of knowledge and training on many vehicles
Price includes parts and labor

About ECU Reprogramming

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Flashing or reprogramming your engine’s computer keeps it up-to-date and operating properly. The engine control unit (ECU) is a computer that controls all of your vehicle’s electronic systems. Like many computers, it occasionally requires reprogramming of its operating software. Your vehicle’s warranty may covered it, but there’s usually an additional charge. For example, Mazda charged a fee to re-flash the system so their vehicles could operate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. On occasion, other vehicles revert to limp-home mode following an ECU malfunction. In order to diagnose what needs to be done, a dealership technician will connect a computer to the vehicle’s On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD-II) port. Consult with your dealership service department for more information on your specific car, truck or SUV.

Nissan Auto Repair Near Me

Near Ashburn, VA
20146

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2021 Altima Ecu Reprogramming Q&A

Nissan Dealership Repair Options

After leasing or buying a new Nissan, it’s recommended to have repairs handled by authorized Nissan dealerships. Consider them your first point of contact for proper care, maintenance and repairs since they will always have the latest information including the latest service bulletins and recall notices as issued by the manufacturer.

In the case of a leased vehicle, many lease contracts, including those from Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation, will require the use of original equipment parts when it comes to making the vehicle whole again.

Nissan utilizes advanced steels including Super High Formability Steel (SHF) in the construction of their unibodies. As the Nissan vehicle lineup evolves, it is almost a certainty that body parts will become more specialized and result in special handling on the part of collision repair outlets. Seek out a Nissan Certified Collision Repair specialist for repair work.

Training

Nissan-certified repair mechanics have received factory training on the latest tools and techniques and are required to take periodic certification tests in order. These shops also receive technical service bulletins to regularly update Nissan dealers with the latest information for repairing your Nissan vehicle.

Loan car policy

Certain Nissan dealers may offer loaner vehicles for their service customers although this is not a normal practice. We suggest calling ahead to avoid any disappointment. If your Nissan car, truck or SUV is in for collision repair, the extended use of a loaner or rental vehicle may be covered by an insurance policy rider.

Collision repairs

The Nissan Certified Collision Repair program ensures that dealership-owned repair facilities have the proper training, tools, equipment and facilities needed to repair Nissan vehicles that were involved in collisions. All authorized collision facilities feature I-CAR Gold Class Certification standards.

By selecting a Nissan Certified Collision Repair Center shop, owners can be assured their vehicles will be repaired as closely as possible to the standards their Nissan vehicles achieved when they were new.

Pricing for Common 2021 Nissan Altima Repairs & Services

Pricing for all 2021 Nissan Altima Repairs & Services