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'97 2.3 liter install into '01 9-3 2.0 liter
Posted by Aaron Kidder [Email] (more from Aaron Kidder) on Sat, 25 Sep 2010 21:28:12
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In keeping this brief, what is required to put a 1997 2.3 liter engine in a 2001 HOT 9-3? 2.0 failed rod bearing and no compression #2. I found a good deal on a low miles 2.3. Car has had a history of engine failures, this was #3! on another installed used engine. I suspect MAF, Purge valve, high altitude programming, low octane gas, sludge issues or some combination was to blame here at 8000ft in Colorado.
I am a mechanic, but am mostly curious about ECU programming changes, etc. I suspect I will have the swap the timing cover, turbo, and other items off the 2.0. I am not sure yet if the 2.3 is low or high pressure turbo setup, waiting for information.
All advice is appreciated very much ahead of time!!
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