Hey everyone i am having a little bit of an issue with converting an 2001 Dodge 2500 Extended cab long bed from an automatic to an manual transmission. The problem that I am having is the ECM. I need to know if an ECM change is need to convert to the manual transmission. I haven't done that much research on the issue but i was hoping to get the heads up from someone on the conversion.


Thanks
Evann

 

You might try using the search button. I know there are several people that have done this swap. I believe you have to get one from a manual truck but Im not sure.

 

I to want to swap trans but i want to go from a six speed to an auto so any info found would be great

 

Were in east Tx are you at. Ive got a 98 with semi built auto in Chandler just outside of Tyler.

 

I live in Frankston

 

Your right down the road from my folks house. Ive been to the DQ and ford house in Frankston.

 

Each of you will need the module and wiring harness to match the transmission of choice - the transmission wiring harness disconnects from the main wiring harness - should also be a transmission control relay in the power center - fortunately, DCJ installed connectors for most options in the basic wiring harnesses - the manual conversion could work with the auto module, but will always DTC at each start - the auto conversion will not function with the manual module because the TCC, electronic governor, and overdrive is controlled by the corresponding module - if you use the 47RH or early 47RE, you could get by without changing modules, but the manual module could still generate several DTC's due to lack of gear-range inputs - best to use the correct module and harness - don't fergit the TPS\bracket\cable assembly - maybe you two guys should talk

 

I agree but there is one problem my truck is 2wd and his is 4wd

 

im doing it the other way removing manual and installing auto. the transmission control relay in the power center- that you talk about -is that in the power control mod? i have the harness for the auto already