You do need to get one from the same year, same transmission, same drive
train, and same engine. I got performance PCM flashed for $35, they can
flash any VIN # into the PCM just as long as it matches the VIN # programmed
into the body computer(one that holds the mileage, ect.).
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ronald Wong" <ron-wong@home.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2001 4:06 PM
Subject: DML: RE: Risks of buying a used PCM
> The cost of flashing the VIN and odometer in is about $75, BUT you better
> check with the dealer first because I don't know if you can re-flash it
> again after having done it once. Someone was telling me it couldn't but
I'm
> not 100% sure. One thing I do know, the PCM must match your configuration
> or it won't work, i.e., if it came off of a 5.2 auto 4X2, it must be going
> back on the same. When you check with your dealer pls let us know what
you
> find out.
>
> Thanks,
> Ron
> 00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
> For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
> http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Hugh Catlett
> Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2001 2:54 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Risks of buying a used PCM
>
>
> If one buys a used PCM (such as is being sold on eBay, MOPAR PCM) what is
> the risk of having it reprogrammed by a local dealer. What is the cost.
Is
> this cost usually in addition to the cost to buy the PCM new?
>
>
>
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