Can I flash a 1996 5.2 PCM to work on a 1996 5.9 motor?
Asked by harrell1057 Jul 18, 2018 at 09:23 AM about the 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie SLT Club Cab LB RWD
Question type: Maintenance & Repair
flash a 1996 5.2 PCM to work on a 1996 5.9 motor
3 Answers
jetjurnigan answered 6 years ago
sounds like an expensive, but always possible risk, can you get a 5.9 computer to match your desired configuration?
harrell1057 answered 6 years ago
Trying to save money, I'm a disable Vet, and I already have the 5.2 PCM. Thank you and have a great day.
jetjurnigan answered 6 years ago
Thnx for your service, I and many Americans pray daily for folks like yourself n many others among you who continue to struggle in life because y'all put life n limb on the line to protect us. That said, I've read posts that state that reflashing the ECM is where their problems began. I have no specific examples but the unfortunate problem seems to be that a good flash with a warranty to back it up is very pricey n a used ECM from a junkyard or ebay (with a warranty) that has the configuration your looking for might be more in line with your desired outcome of best bang for the buck...good luck!
