GEM Module

[SGM]

Hello everyone. I have a 1995 Explorer 2 door Sport, 4L V6, loaded truck. A while back I was having intermittent problems. First last winter the all wheel drive quit working. Then the heater hot/cold control quit, and the interior lights would sometimes stay on and you would have to shut the truck off and restart it. So I took it to the dealer and they told me it is the GEM module. They said to look for a used one to save money, so a friend of mine located 3 for me. They are from 95 models also, but 4 doors. They also have different part numbers. The dealer says they will not work, they have to be out of a two door. Is this correct? Luckily I haven't had any of the issues since early last summer. Dealer also said sometimes they act up if they get some moisture in them, say from a windshield leak?
So I'm just wondering, if I ever have these issues again, is it worth trying them, or could I screw something up?:roll:

 

[aldive]

I am not a fan of used electronic parts. If it were me, I would get a new GEM.

Good luck ....

 

[fixxxer]

Yes, you need to use a GEM that was programmed for a 2-door, same engine, same transmission, gear ratio, etc.

 

[SGM]

O.k. Thanks for the info. Had some issues in the past with my dealer so just wanted to double check. Dealer wants just over $500.00 and I got those for free, so it was worth a try. I imagine all the 95 two doors would have the same part numbers on them?

 

[hworksinc]

Yes, you need to use a GEM that was programmed for a 2-door, same engine, same transmission, gear ratio, etc.

You're thinking of the PCM. The GEM only differs between 2-door and 4-door, and possibly between 4WD and 2WD/AWD.