QuestionCan i use a 99 stratus transmission in my 98 cirrus. Both cars are FWD and have the 2.5L v6.
I noticed the different connectors going to the transmission range sensor and cut the old wire connector and soldered the new (99) connector on. I did not have a schematic but there was 9 wires on both and they were all the same colors. Do you know if I made a mistake by assuming the wires would be in the same spot as the 98? It would be nice to know if I need to redo it before I plug it in.
Also, is the 99 stratus torque converter going to be compatible with the 98 cirrus flywheel? I think they are both offset.
Can I use the 98 cirrus TCM? If I need to use the 99 TCM does it have the same wire connectors and the 98?
Thanks for your help. I really appreciate it. I have not had much help as not to many people have your expertise
Bryan
AnswerHi Bryan,
My notes do not directly say those trans units could be interchanged by switching the harness connectors but I have seen it done before on other Mopar units. The issue you will run into is the ECM/PCM. The '98 is not compatible with the '99. The controller in the '98 does not have the program to run the newer transmission and vica-versa. I wouldn't doubt that it'll bolt-up, but even switching wire connectors, the two computers are not compatible in any way.
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4003413
AVENGER 99 A.T.; 2.5L
CIRRUS 99 (A.T.); 6-2.5L
SEBRING 99 A.T.; 6-153 (2.5L), Conv, ID #4799916AA
SEBRING 99 A.T.; 6-153 (2.5L), Coupe
STRATUS 99 A.T.; 6-2.5L
((NOTES))
Ident: 4799916AA
Ident: 5013916
Ident: 5013916AA
4 spd. A.T.
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4003232
CIRRUS 98 (A.T.); 6-2.5L
SEBRING 98 A.T.; 6-153 (2.5L), Conv
STRATUS 98 A.T.; 6-2.5L
((NOTES))
Ident: 4800855
Ident: 4897327
Ident: 4897327AA
4 spd. A.T., 41TE.
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