Q: Truck won't start mechanic said it was the alarm first then jumped to the engine control computer
I took my truck for a transmission warranty after my tranny missed gears. I drove it and 3,600 miles later it didn't shift gears. 3 weeks later after the mechanic finishes with my transmission he tells me the truck doesn't want to start, first he said most likely the viper alarm then he supposedly bypassed the alarm with his friend now it's the engine control module needs to be replaced. I'm stuck, I don't trust him. He said he can send the unit to Los Angeles to be fixed $350 plus shipping $50 to and from plus $125 for the dealer to program it and his work which he charges $100 per hour ugh I'm very confused and suffering from depression because of this. Any help I'd appreciate it, thanks
My car has 124161 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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