This TECH ARTICLE will inform you of ALL the parts necessary to complete a A/T to M/T swap on a 95-99 DSM as well as listing a few variations in 2g model years that can cause you headaches in the middle of the conversion. If youve decided its time to make the conversion then Im assuming you already own a service manual for your DSM model year and have a basic knowledge of what your car looks like under the hood. If you DO NOT already have a 2g service manual I suggest you head to your nearest auto parts store and pick one up or download these two from the links provided --->2g Eclipse Tech Info Manual and 2g Eclipse Service Manual<---
2G TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE DIFFERENCES
Before you start tearing your car apart you MUST ensure that you get the correct drivetrain parts so you arent breaking stuff. ALL 2g AWD transmissions carry the W5M33 part number but there are (2) variations of it that not many people are aware of or they simply ignore. These (2) variations of the 2g AWD tranny are W5M33-2-NPZT which was used on the 95-96 and the W5M33-2-MUZT which were found on 97-99 DSMs. Both W5M33 transmissions carry the same basic design but both have a unique front differential gear ratio. Meaning if you mix and match a 95-96 transmission with a 97-99 transfer case youll break stuff because youll be constantly putting a load on your center diffs spider gears and viscous coupling. Its possible to use a 95-96 transmission on a 97-99 DSM (or vice versa) as long as the transmission and transfer case came from the SAME model year DSM.
Sometimes DSM parts get tossed around and mixed up and in some cases its very possible to mix a 95-96 transmission with a 97-99 transfer case on accident. The following video I pulled DIRECTLY from JT's tech articles that Jack himself made, be sure to watch it over and over until you know how to tell a 95-96 transfer case from a 97-99. Typically the late/early model 2g transmissions were stamped with the part number however Jack also shows you a quick and easy way to figure out what year transmission you have as well if yours for whatever reason wasnt stamped. Here's a link to the video you MUST watch --->Jack Transmission 2g T-Case and Tranny Differences<---
Below is a chart of the reduction ratios (tooth count) on the AWD drivetrain parts showing the differences between the '95-'96 and '97-'99.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION PARTS LIST
Somethings you can get away with buying used from a donor 2g and others it might just be easier to suck up the cost and head to the local Mitsu dealer to get what you need. For the smaller items that are necessary to do the 5-speed swap Ive also included the part numbers (listed in parenthesis) so you can come up with a list to walk down to the dealer if you have to. When I did the swap it seemed like I was at the dealership trying to explain to them what the part was for way longer than I should have so hopefully the extra leg work getting you the info saves you some time at the dealer.
After you do the A/T to M/T swap your cruise control and reverse lights won't work unless you find a M/T engine wiring harness. Getting the M/T wiring harness isn't necessary and won't effect driveability at all you'll just lose creature comforts and it might be alittle tougher to back out of busy parking lots. The above list of parts can look a bit intimidating but if you come across a good donor M/T GSX/TSi AWD with most of the parts then you'll be set since the smaller stuff is fairly inexpensive to pick up from the dealer. Stay tuned for the step by step A/T to M/T swap how-to so you can see how all these parts come together...
If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a PM and I'll answer your question as soon as possible and if I don't know the answer I'll find it.
2G TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE DIFFERENCES
Before you start tearing your car apart you MUST ensure that you get the correct drivetrain parts so you arent breaking stuff. ALL 2g AWD transmissions carry the W5M33 part number but there are (2) variations of it that not many people are aware of or they simply ignore. These (2) variations of the 2g AWD tranny are W5M33-2-NPZT which was used on the 95-96 and the W5M33-2-MUZT which were found on 97-99 DSMs. Both W5M33 transmissions carry the same basic design but both have a unique front differential gear ratio. Meaning if you mix and match a 95-96 transmission with a 97-99 transfer case youll break stuff because youll be constantly putting a load on your center diffs spider gears and viscous coupling. Its possible to use a 95-96 transmission on a 97-99 DSM (or vice versa) as long as the transmission and transfer case came from the SAME model year DSM.
Sometimes DSM parts get tossed around and mixed up and in some cases its very possible to mix a 95-96 transmission with a 97-99 transfer case on accident. The following video I pulled DIRECTLY from JT's tech articles that Jack himself made, be sure to watch it over and over until you know how to tell a 95-96 transfer case from a 97-99. Typically the late/early model 2g transmissions were stamped with the part number however Jack also shows you a quick and easy way to figure out what year transmission you have as well if yours for whatever reason wasnt stamped. Here's a link to the video you MUST watch --->Jack Transmission 2g T-Case and Tranny Differences<---
Below is a chart of the reduction ratios (tooth count) on the AWD drivetrain parts showing the differences between the '95-'96 and '97-'99.
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION PARTS LIST
Somethings you can get away with buying used from a donor 2g and others it might just be easier to suck up the cost and head to the local Mitsu dealer to get what you need. For the smaller items that are necessary to do the 5-speed swap Ive also included the part numbers (listed in parenthesis) so you can come up with a list to walk down to the dealer if you have to. When I did the swap it seemed like I was at the dealership trying to explain to them what the part was for way longer than I should have so hopefully the extra leg work getting you the info saves you some time at the dealer.
- MASTER CYLINDER ASSY.
- [1) Master Cylinder 20100A (MB910562)
- (1) Clutch Fluid Reservoir 20036 (MB911648)
- (1) Clutch Fluid Reservoir Cap 20015 (MB555135)
- (1) Clutch Fluid Reservoir Bracket 20007 (MB910567)
- (1) Clutch Fluid Reservoir Hose 20025 (MB858498)
- (2) Clutch Fluid Reservoir Hose Clips 20194C (MB058362)
- (2) Clutch Fluid Reservoir Bracket Bolts (Bracket to Firewall) 20197C (MF243649)
- (1) Clutch Fluid Reservoir Bolt (Secure Reservoir in Bracket) 20197B (MF243623)
- (1) Clutch Master Cylinder Pin 20193C (MF473492)
- (1) Clutch Master Cylinder Pin Washer 20178 (MB151106)
- (1) Clutch Master Cylinder Pin O-ring 20920 (MF520006)
- (1) Clutch Master Cylinder Pin Retaining Clip 20193B (MF472042)
- (1) Clutch Master Cylinder Gasket 20144 (MB555016)
- (2) Clutch Master Cylinder Securing Nuts 20186 (MS440503)
- SLAVE CYLINDER ASSY.
- (1) Slave Cylinder 20400A (MD749823)
- CLUTCH LINE While your at it you can upgrade your clutch line to a stainless steal one and not have to worry about finding an OEM clutch hardline in good shape. In my shopping experience ExtremePSi has it for a reasonable price. --->ExtremePSI:2g Full SS Clutch Line<---
- TRANSMISSION
- (1) AWD Manual Transmission (95-96 or 97-99)
- (1) Transmission Mounting Bracket TOP 21104 (MD744671)
- (1) Transmission Mounting Bracket REAR 21832P (MD745087)
- (1) Transmission Mount PASSENGER SIDE MOTOR MOUNT 21831 (MB911272)
- (1) Transmission Mount Nut PASSENGER SIDE MOTOR MOUNT 21896D (MB242260)
- (1) OEM Throw Out Bearing 20430 (MD749998)
- (1) OEM Throw Out Bearing Clip 20415 (MD706185)
- (1) OEM Clutch Pivot Ball 20423 (MD719602)
- (1) OEM Clutch Fork 20422 (MD770506)
- CLUTCH/FLYWHEEL
- (1) AWD Clutch & Pressure Plate (It all depends on your setup hp/tq goals which clutch you go with)
- (1) 7-bolt Flywheel (Whether you get a lightened one or OEM all depends on your hp/tq goals for your car)
- (7) 7-bolt OEM Flywheel Bolts 03797 (MD302074)
- (6) Pressure Plate to Flywheel Bolts 01198 (MF241251)
- STARTER PLATE & INSPECTION COVER
- (1) M/T Engine Starter Plate 02122 (MD167356)
- (1) Flywheel Inspection Cover 02105 (MD191171)
- TRANSFER CASE
- (1) AWD Manual Transmission Transfer Case (matched to your 95-96 or 97-99 transmission)
- REAR DIFFERENTIAL
- (1) AWD Manual Transmission Rear Differential
- AXLES
- (1) AWD Manual Transmission F/R Axle
- (1) AWD Manual Transmission F/L Axle
- PEDAL/SHIFTER ASSY.
- (1) Clutch Pedal Assy. from a Manual Transmission GS-T/GS-T Spyder/GSX/TSi/TSi AWD
- (4) Clutch Pedal Assy. Mounting Bolts 53098B (MS240125)
- (1) Clutch Pedal Safety Switch 82110 (MB435457)
- (1) Brake Pedal Assy. from a Manual Transmission RS/GS/GS-T/GSX/ESi/TSi/TSi AWD
- (1) 4 Prong Brake Pedal Sensor 82110 (MB596608)
- (1) Manual Transmission Shifter Assy. from a RS/GS/GS-T/GSX/ESi/TSi/TSi AWD
- (4) Shifter Assy. Base Bolts 24597B (MS240147)
- (1) Symborski Shifter Kit EXTREME PSI:Symborski Shift Kit
- (1) Shifter Lever and heres a good opportunity to upgrade to a B&M or go OEM from any M/T RS/GS/GS-T/GSX/ESi/TSi/TSi AWD
- (1) Shifter Lever Boot from any M/T RS/GS/GS-T/GSX/ESi/TSi/TSi AWD
- (1) Shifter Cable 24906 (MD770982) or can be pulled from any M/T Spyder GS/GS-T/GSX
- (4) Shifter Cable Cotter Pins 24579B (MF472040)
- (2) Shifter Cable Retaining Clips at the Shifter Base 24589C (MB307554)
- (2) Shifter Cable Retaining Clips at the Transmission 24589B (MB367526)
- (2) Shifter Cable Bushings EXTREME PSI:Shifter Cable Bushings
After you do the A/T to M/T swap your cruise control and reverse lights won't work unless you find a M/T engine wiring harness. Getting the M/T wiring harness isn't necessary and won't effect driveability at all you'll just lose creature comforts and it might be alittle tougher to back out of busy parking lots. The above list of parts can look a bit intimidating but if you come across a good donor M/T GSX/TSi AWD with most of the parts then you'll be set since the smaller stuff is fairly inexpensive to pick up from the dealer. Stay tuned for the step by step A/T to M/T swap how-to so you can see how all these parts come together...
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If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a PM and I'll answer your question as soon as possible and if I don't know the answer I'll find it.
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