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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 09:47 AM
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Default 97 5.2 4x4 trans swap aut to manual

ok i have a 97 dodge dakota it is 4x4. the trans just went out on me and i am wanting to change it to a manual. will the nv3500 work whit this truck and will i need to change the computer when i switch it out?
 
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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 12:53 PM
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Yes the NV3500 will work. The best post for the auto to manual swap is. https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...-5-2l-4x4.html
It may be a 1st Gen. But most of the swap info will be the same.
As far as the PCM you can get a manual trans PCM or use yours but you will get codes and no shift light.
 
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