the controller on the side is the ECM (engine control module)
you can bring stored codes up on the check engine light but this may be too advanced for you based on your post (no offense)
like edward said pay a guy who knows the system and has the info
btw where in NY are you? im on long island
if you need help and youre close by i may be your man
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