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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 02:57 PM
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Swapping 2006.5 ECM for 2006 ECM

I wonder if it's possible for us '06.5+ guys to swap ECM's with a pre-June 2006 model?

Mine has a June '06 build date so I guess there's a chance it doesn't have the '06.5+ ECM. Anyone have access to part numbers to see which is which? How would I find that info out?
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 03:17 PM
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Do you want to do this so you can use a different power module?

Sounds like it's going to be expensive!

....looking...

https://www.dodgeparts.com/oe_parts_...e9f298fcc62904

It doesn't have the break down you're looking for, but it'll give you an idea of cost $1200-$1500.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 03:40 PM
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Yeah, just for the purpose of stacking and being able to run boxes like the TST and C5.

I've seen a bunch of used ones at salvage yards for $200-$500. Can they be "reflashed" to match another truck?
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 05:31 PM
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The dealer can only up date software version not change vehicle type or config.If the ECM you buy had skim it will not run a non skim truck.Used ECMs are risky!

Bob
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 05:56 PM
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Justin, you may be able to check the ECM build date on your AE scantool...I cant remember if it works on the non enhanced software.
I also don't know what the date or info would be to see if your truck is 06.5 ecm....but you may want to plug in and check..then I could look at my 06 ECM and tell you what mine says
let me know....
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by jrussell
I wonder if it's possible for us '06.5+ guys to swap ECM's with a pre-June 2006 model?

Mine has a June '06 build date so I guess there's a chance it doesn't have the '06.5+ ECM. Anyone have access to part numbers to see which is which? How would I find that info out?
Probably not possible.....
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 07:15 AM
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Originally Posted by bob4x4
The dealer can only up date software version not change vehicle type or config.If the ECM you buy had skim it will not run a non skim truck.Used ECMs are risky!

Bob
I could get one from an automatic mega cab so vehicle type/config should be the same. Mine has the skim key and I think all megas have it. So does the VIN number just need to be re-programmed into the used ECM? Can a dealer even do that though?

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Justin, you may be able to check the ECM build date on your AE scantool...I cant remember if it works on the non enhanced software.
I also don't know what the date or info would be to see if your truck is 06.5 ecm....but you may want to plug in and check..then I could look at my 06 ECM and tell you what mine says
let me know....
That's a good idea. I'm pretty sure the non-enhanced version won't read it though. I've been through the software a bunch of times and have never seen anything like that. I guess I need to step up to the enhanced version!

So what manufacturing date does your truck have (on the door sticker), and what does it say for your ECM?
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by jrussell

So what manufacturing date does your truck have (on the door sticker), and what does it say for your ECM?
I have to go run a couple errands.. I will check it when I get back and let you know
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 10:31 AM
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I have to go run a couple errands.. I will check it when I get back and let you know
Thx man. I just ordered the enhanced version, but I think you have to wait for something to be shipped instead of just a download.
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 12:49 PM
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Thx man. I just ordered the enhanced version, but I think you have to wait for something to be shipped instead of just a download.
well when you order it they send you the SCI connector ...But you still use the OBDII connector you bought first...but now it has unlocked the enhanced.





I just checked it with the scantool it did not give me the info I wanted, here is what I got from the scantool...
ECM#7E8
ECM part # 85414B00
ECM serial number 13240000


Then I looked through the front drivers wheel well and saw this on a sticker stuck to the cummins ECM...
P/N 4931973
S/N 9235
D/C 08/24/2005
ESN 57414294
E/C S90146. 12


I don't think the scantool is giving the right info???? but who know??


My door date is 9-05
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted by 53 ******
well when you order it they send you the SCI connector ...But you still use the OBDII connector you bought first...but now it has unlocked the enhanced.





I just checked it with the scantool it did not give me the info I wanted, here is what I got from the scantool...
ECM#7E8
ECM part # 85414B00
ECM serial number 13240000


Then I looked through the front drivers wheel well and saw this on a sticker stuck to the cummins ECM...
P/N 4931973
S/N 9235
D/C 08/24/2005
ESN 57414294
E/C S90146. 12


I don't think the scantool is giving the right info???? but who know??


My door date is 9-05
Thanks for posting all that info!

It sounds like the scan tool is talking out it's you-know-what.

Mine is P/N 4937149 with D/C 06/08/2006.
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 04:40 PM
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Please excuse a bit of thread jacking here. I have a 2006 truck. Is June the cut off date of the 06 to 06.5 ECM? I am curious which one my truck has.

Thanx.
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Old Sep 17, 2007 | 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by jmccart
Please excuse a bit of thread jacking here. I have a 2006 truck. Is June the cut off date of the 06 to 06.5 ECM? I am curious which one my truck has.

Thanx.
Not 100% sure. June is the cutoff date for the truck models, but it wouldn't surprise me there were trucks made in June that still used the 06 ECM.
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Old Sep 17, 2007 | 08:48 AM
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I think a dealer could reprogram a early computer on your truck...you should call and ask them.
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Old Sep 17, 2007 | 10:40 AM
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Maybe Smarty could help?
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