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Old 05-29-2007, 02:32 AM
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Swapping PCM?
Would a pcm from a 96 6 speed z28 work on a similar year automatic?
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Old 05-29-2007, 02:51 AM
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Yes, but the PCM would not be controlling the transmission unless it is reprogrammed.
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Old 05-29-2007, 07:29 AM
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Exactly, you would need to get it tuned for your application.
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Old 05-29-2007, 09:22 AM
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So would i be able to pass a smog test with the automatic using the 6 speed pcm? I'm in CA and they use the dyno smog test here.
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Old 05-29-2007, 09:47 AM
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The 94+ automatic trannies are electronic driven so the PCM is going to have a big part in their role. If you don't have the correct programming in the PCM, then I don't see it working.
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Old 05-29-2007, 09:23 PM
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Hey 2000,

Thanks for all your replies.
In case you're wondering, my friend has 96 auto but he fried his pcm.
I have an extra one since I'm using obd1.


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