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Swapping the ECM in my 850 T5

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Old 08-13-2010, 10:05 AM
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Question Swapping the ECM in my 850 T5
Does anybody know if it is possible to install the ECM from a '96 T5R into a '96 T5?

It is my understanding that the primary difference is the programming in the ECM, but that the engines are essentially the same.

Am I correct or am I woefully mistaken?
 
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Old 08-13-2010, 11:18 AM
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from what i've read you can, but i don't know of any ill effects. i have not tried it, instead i'll get a rica tune and call it a day.
 
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