Did this 8 years ago in my 02 4.7 HO. It’ll chirp tires on the 1-2 shift haha. Everyone thinking this hurts and does harm and blah blah have never worked on a vehicle, probably have a piece of paper with ASE written all over it and probably own tools from a white service truck with red letters on it. Slip creates heat. Both on their own kills an auto, together are detrimental. The quicker and firmer the shifts, the longer an auto will last. The ONLY reason for a soft shift in an auto is for COMFORT and nothing else. Soft, lazy shifts is the equivalent of resting your foot on the clutch pedal 24/7
Been there done that for both of my jeeps, rolling like this for past 4 years. Thank you for making this video, more people need to know about this. Makes jeep lil faster!
I’m going to delete torque management, tomorrow. I laughed so hard at the end, “I don’t know what it is.” It’s truly deleted. As always Martin great stuff! 🙌
Did this on the way to work this morning. Thanks to this video it took one hand to hold my coffee mug and the other a pair of wire cutters. Diagonal pliers. Thanks again, bow down to the king
4 Things..... 1) I wish you owned a Jeep Grand Cherokee 05-10 because mine is a 09. 2 )If I was one of your neighbors you would have to throw things at me to keep me away from you while you were working on your Jeep! 3) You are an extremely smart individual and really enjoy watching your videos! 4) Hope you and yours have a Merry Christmas!!🙏
I own a 07 WK 3.7 Grand Cherokee and 2000 XJ 4.0 Cherokee and basically all his videos can help you on your 09 for the most part it’s basically the same Engine maybe little things here and there are different but mostly just watch and learn and adapt to your engine from his
Just finally did this today to my 02 wj, only shifts fast when I absolutely smash the pedal to the floor but wow it shifts good now, crazy how one wire can make a worn out 21 year old suv feel faster
Its a bit different on RHD of course, but the same 8mm etc etc, so still easy. I pulled the wire from the connector and used insulation wire to wrap it, then put it all back together, so it looks like factory. I love the "free" ideas that make your car better.
2nd time I was brought to your channel for help. 1st was that ram air. Using existing air box for that was genius! I was going to 90 up to hood and leave it until seeing your video. Thank You!!
Martin. I have a 04 Dakota but have learned much about it from you. This particular vid doesn’t apply to me but Im watching anyway cause I like the tech stuff too. Thank you for doing what you do.
@@martinbuilt quad cab 5speed here. Most affordable non full size quad cab v8 i could find. Got the rundown on the HO cams and timing chain stuff from your other vid even though I have the Haynes near by. Cams and chains on today actually. You made it easy, almost like I did one of these before. Glad i found your channel, keep it up. Thank you much.
It will real havock on your transfer case if you have 4x4 if your miles are high. I learned this the hard way just a heads up! The hard shift will fling around that front propeller shaft.
Great Video. Going To Do This To My 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4×4 4.0 l6 engine. I like the quick hard shift and I've owned many old fast cars and trucks and I always put a shift kit in but this is Free Of Charge With The Same Results. Thank You.Now Can You Get Me More Gas Mileage lol. I put a 4 inch lift And 33 inch × 12.50 R17 and It's viscous on fuel but it costs money yo have the look and off road capabilities.
It's like having a shift kit installed, you're getting a quicker and firmer shift and this actually also reduces wear on the transmission by reducing slippage on the clutches between shifts. The only reason that they have this torque management is for driver comfort.
I’m not sure if you get these anymore but I have watched all of your videos and I did this to my 2004 keep 4.7 and when I cut the wire now it howls in like 2nd gear and I am not sure why I have looked everywhere any help or ideas?
Another great video and easy to do mod. Question, in your experience, of all the WJ years, is there one you would recommend over another? I really like the WJ style and I’m thinking of towing (no more than 4,000 lbs).
Thank you, I am partial to the 02-04. I like how the EVAP got moved to the rear of the Jeep this made more room under the hood, grill and bumper changes, and HO engines. The only thing I didn't care for in the 01-04 with the 4.7 is the hydraulic cooling fan.
Martin , I have a 2003. Great video by the way. Where is the tcu in mine? It's not where yours was in the video. I've looked but can't find it. I know where the pcu is. Is the tcu part of the pcu in my year model? Thanks in advance!
Martin, can you make a video on how to change the ABS sensors front and rear? I have a Haynes manual but it doesn't give any info on it. It says have the dealer service it. I have 4 new ones to install, and have no idea where to find the connections without tearing up entire interior. Please help. Thanks.
Nevermind. I took out my back seats with all the brackets, lifted carpet, and found both connectors, on each side of tunnel. Tomorrow they get replaced.
I've been a fan of yours for about 6 months now, I've learned so much from you and working on my 00' durango. I was wondering if there was any reason I wouldn't want to do this on my rig?
Nice video as always. Of course being in the northeast this would be a 2 day project just getting the connector apart only to discover green crusties in there! Haha
What about the 4.0? I know you said you can possibly do it with other Chrysler vehicles, but I did not hear or see any mention of the 4.0. I only see people with 4.7 saying they've done it.
That is correct only the 4.7 with the 45rfe and 545rfe transmissions. Any other vehicles would be Dakotas and Durango's and Rams equipped with the same.
Hello there I am trying to get more power out of my 05 Durango 4.7 currently I have a CAI a resonator delete and a dynomax race bullet muffler what are more ways to get more power out of my 4.7 I want to do a clutch fan delete and go with an electric fan but idk about doing it my self thanks.Love yours videos tho
Hello Martin, I also have the Trasgo kit and the Sonnax line pressure booster kit. I'm having a code that's not letting the TCM talk with my ECM. Do you think disconnecting this will help? Many thanks to you and your time.
Hello Chris, I'm not too familiar with the Transgo kit I don't think disconnecting that wires going to make any difference but it wouldn't hurt to try.
Cool mod Martin! I have heard of it. Im going to use a combination of your tips and see about making a connection that can easily be plugged and unplugged similar to yours 👍
Great video as usual Martin, I literally did this last week to my WJ. I like it so far, thinking about running wires and putting in a toggle switch. Do you think 18 gauge wires would be suffice to complete the job and where would be a good place tackle when running those two wires through the firewall? Thanks @martinbuilt
There's a couple places one would be on the driver side where the harness comes through the firewall you'll find a couple small grommets near that harness that are easy to run the wires through and then there's another place behind the ECM or the harness goes through the firewall.
Sorry if I failed to mention that. This will help give you a quicker firmer shift which also extends the life of the transmission. The only reason they have this torque management is for driver and passenger comfort
HELLz YES BUD!!!! Lolz you will be happy with it... well maybe if u swapped out for a 545rfe transmission.... or a 5speed lolz .... I loved the 01 4.7L 5speed sport I had.... before I had found out about ur channel I was running a Fastman Dan throttle body and 08 cams intake and adapter from fastman Dan. I tried many different types of ignition coils and I finally found Sultans Of Spark coils for my 07 Dakota. They’re actually cheaper than OEM and they have 8.4ohmz vs the stock 7.3ohmz so this means yah gap ur plugs to about .65 for better burn...
Hey Martin, long time fan and WJ enthusiast here, I did this to my 01 4.7 with noticeable results, I recently ended up with an 04 laredo 4.0 in killer shape and I was curious if it's the same process to ditch torque management for a 44re as it was with the 45rfe? It worked wonders on the black beast and was curious if it was more or less the same for the silver chariot with a 44re. Thanks in advance, -Alec
As far as I know, it is a 45RFE and 545RFE mod only... Take a look and see if there is a green with a yellow striped wire in the number 10 spot of the TCU. And then cut it… lol and see what happens. Thank you for supporting the channel and watching. I appreciate that.😉😎👍
Martin, Do you plan on doing a re-wire tuck and relocation for the computers? If so where do you plan on relocating them? I'm wondering because I am sure off-road WJs would like to have their computers hidden instead of getting splashed when going through streams or mud. Thanks, Tyler
I am planning on moving the TCM for sure unfortunately it's going in a place where an off-roader would not want it just behind the transfer case near the frame. The ECM is going to most likely stay where it's at I'm just going to make the wiring look way better. I had thought about moving the TCM into the glove box location and sacrificed the glove box.
The computers and wiring will be fine, they're designed to withstand water submersion. What's really important is your engine, trans, tcase, and axle vents or openings.
Well this is what Google has to say about it. 0W-30 is a special type of motor oil. It has a low viscosity and can be used in place of 5W-30 or 10W-30. The 0W-30 is a fully synthetic motor oil type that is capable of enhancing and improving fuel economy due to its lower friction properties. I may give that a try for the winter and then back to 5W30 for the summer.🤔
@@martinbuilt I will definitely be looking for that yellow/green wire. That will be a nice little mod to add to my 70mmTB, dual short air intakes with heat shield below, fan clutch delete, magnaflow w/ dual exhausts, and twin hood scoops with one scoop with the customized old air box fitted tight against the hood cutout (like the one you did in a previous video). Hope to see some videos with your new '01 Dakota. There's a lot of us Dakota owners out here ;)
02 4.7HO here. Had to do plugs, coils, MAF sensor, IAC sensor, TPS sensor. Ever since doing this I cleared all misfire codes but it throws P0700 and P0740. If I cut this wire will it make torque converter CEL codes go away, or will it throw more codes?? Any help greatly appreciated.
Note once every 10-15 starts the thing runs like a dog spews smoke out the tailpipe and will stall at idle- will restart and it will run normally, but at stops RPM will bounce from a good 600 to 400. Letting off gas in higher gears trans will act up. Rough shifts here and there. Overall tranny shifts good. Its like the Jeep is haunted. Im thinking vacuum leaks.
This video is a little old and sorry to comment so late but a just had a question, I did the torque management delete which gave me more power that I didn't know my 4.0 wj had the only problem is now my speedometer don't work anymore would there be a reason for that cause I deleted the right wire any answers would be great.
This mode was only meant to be used on the 45RFE and 545RFE transmission. I don't think it will work with the 42RE transmission like you have like you have in your vehicle.
And thank you for bringing up the transmission cause I want to update and upgrade everything I can the wife and I got this at I believe a not to bad of a price have all the receipts carfax matches everything had transmission work done already but would still like to update anyone with any tips we appreciate thank you everyone...
I believe the 03 Dakota has the NGC ECM and if so it won't work. You can identify the ECM if it has four plugs on it it's the NGC if it has three plugs it's a JTEC
Hello sir, just came across this video. Subscribing now. I have a 2004 Overland with 6.5” lift and I pull my boat which ways with the trailer 4200lbs. Just a 10 min backroad ride to the lake. Going to try this but I was wondering if anyone makes a chip for the HO motors? Called Superchips and was told they only make one for the non HO motors. Thanks!
@@xrpinvested970 anytime you start adding weight to the equation, 9 out of 10 times, gears are best choice. Even take full size trucks.... same drivetrain but weight ratings increase with gearing. It simply makes life easier for your powertrain
Awesome video and content on your channel. Keep up the great work. Question from my side. I am having an issue where the engine will stall when shifting from N-D or N-R or P-R or P-D. Don't have any error codes related to gearbox. This also only happens when the vehicle is warmed up. 545rfe transmission. Sometime when idling in P or N the engine will stumble and drop rpm then recover again. Any pointers will be appreciated 😎
This sounds a bit like a worn out torque converter. There is two parts the will slip on each other when you're at a stop to keep the engine running but when it wears out, it binds and causes the engine to stop when engaging in a drive gear. That's why when you go from P to N it will stumble but stay running. That'd because both P and N are neutral gears whereas drive engages your car to the ground. It's almost like leaving the clutch out in manual and stopping at a red light. Check your fluid level and condition, hope this helps. Great vids Martin!
@@chrismorton4533 thanks for the insight. I changed the IAC but still the same issue. Also think this is more gearbox related. What I have noticed is when I cruise on highway speed with my foot stable on throttle with a small incline, it's as if it is engaging and disengaging the lockup clutch. The rpm wil fluctuate and can feel it fluctuating. This happens repeatedly. Also when I sometimes engage D it will have a harsh kick where the car will jump forward. Does that diagnose it to the torque converter on it's way out?
@@chrismorton4533 I have alos read up on the Torque Limit Valve Spring and heard that they also fail. Could this also be the cause or will that cause different issues?
Can torque management be modified in a program like HP tuners to get more power out of shifts compared to disabling the system entirely? Not too familiar with how torque management works
Just did this today and now i feel like its in limp mode and got a code p0700. Did exactly as described in the video, any thoughts as to why? 2000 4.7L
Hey Martin, I recently changed plugs on my 04 4.7 HO and now I have a high idle (around 900 RPM). I didn't change anything else. It idled and about 600-700 before. The old plugs had a huge gap almost .125 the new ones obviously didn't have this. Could this be caused by the TPS? I've reset the computer and still a slightly high idle. At first start it hits 1500 then comes down. What would cause this. Appreciate any info.
I'm betting when you change the plugs you disconnected a vacuum line somewhere. you may have not even realized it and you have a vacuum leak and that's why you have a high idle
Oooohh i need to check this out under my hood, mines a 04 HO with 5speed trans, hopefully its a 3 plug or im screwed haha, cheers Marty great informative vid, I'd be silly not to sub 👍
I have a 03 jeep grand Cherokee 4.0 ltr. 4or select track. are you talking about the computer? I also dont see that TCM on my jeep, could you let me know how to do the delete my my jeep
Did this 8 years ago in my 02 4.7 HO. It’ll chirp tires on the 1-2 shift haha. Everyone thinking this hurts and does harm and blah blah have never worked on a vehicle, probably have a piece of paper with ASE written all over it and probably own tools from a white service truck with red letters on it. Slip creates heat. Both on their own kills an auto, together are detrimental. The quicker and firmer the shifts, the longer an auto will last. The ONLY reason for a soft shift in an auto is for COMFORT and nothing else. Soft, lazy shifts is the equivalent of resting your foot on the clutch pedal 24/7
Exactly. I learned this from my uncles transmission shop,
Yup I have a shift kit on my Silverado you get used to it.
What about any PO700 codes service engine soon or limp mode problem
Owned my jeep for over 4 years. I've learned so much from you. This is the "upgrade" I didnt know I needed
Been there done that for both of my jeeps, rolling like this for past 4 years. Thank you for making this video, more people need to know about this. Makes jeep lil faster!
Yes it does I like that firmer shift from 1 to 2
I’m going to delete torque management, tomorrow.
I laughed so hard at the end, “I don’t know what it is.” It’s truly deleted. As always Martin great stuff! 🙌
Glad you enjoyed it!
Yeah I had a brain fart there...😅
@@martinbuilt I thought it meant you where acting as if it didn’t exist.. as a joke. 😅
I love that even tho you did it already once. You still took the time to show both ways and your Martin built way.!!!
Done it today! V-8 HO 4.7 ‘04 2wd...simple..”caught 2nd hard” as in squealed tires!! Kool...zero issues
Martin is an incredible human being
Did this on the way to work this morning. Thanks to this video it took one hand to hold my coffee mug and the other a pair of wire cutters. Diagonal pliers. Thanks again, bow down to the king
Awesome Martin! These WJs are way more advanced than the XJ.. I'm learning a ton from your channel. 💪
Thank you, Dan, I appreciate that.
You and yours have a wonderful Christmas and a great New Year.
4 Things.....
1) I wish you owned a Jeep Grand Cherokee 05-10 because mine is a 09.
2 )If I was one of your neighbors you would have to throw things at me to keep me away from you while you were working on your Jeep!
3) You are an extremely smart individual and really enjoy watching your videos!
4) Hope you and yours have a Merry Christmas!!🙏
Thank you, Gregory, I wouldn't throw nothing at you...Lol
Hope you and yours have a wonderful Christmas!
I own a 07 WK 3.7 Grand Cherokee and 2000 XJ 4.0 Cherokee and basically all his videos can help you on your 09 for the most part it’s basically the same Engine maybe little things here and there are different but mostly just watch and learn and adapt to your engine from his
I did this to mine 2 years ago, I swear it gives a chirp on the 1-2 now.
I love this. I did it the other day after watching.
Hard to say no to better gas mileage. Especially with today's prices. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful, thank you for watching.
just did it, reall is worth the time, i was scared but took the leap, will be back for update later
Worth mentioning that if you installed the TrasGo shift kit, and used the resistor it comes with, you already override the torque management.
Thank you for the tip
Just finally did this today to my 02 wj, only shifts fast when I absolutely smash the pedal to the floor but wow it shifts good now, crazy how one wire can make a worn out 21 year old suv feel faster
The superchips flashpaq 3874 does this too, I have it.
Its a bit different on RHD of course, but the same 8mm etc etc, so still easy. I pulled the wire from the connector and used insulation wire to wrap it, then put it all back together, so it looks like factory. I love the "free" ideas that make your car better.
I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.
Thank you for watching.
2nd time I was brought to your channel for help. 1st was that ram air. Using existing air box for that was genius! I was going to 90 up to hood and leave it until seeing your video. Thank You!!
Thank you, glad to see you made it back to another one of my videos😀👍
Martin. I have a 04 Dakota but have learned much about it from you. This particular vid doesn’t apply to me but Im watching anyway cause I like the tech stuff too.
Thank you for doing what you do.
Thanks for watching, I just recently picked myself up a 2001 Dakota 4x4 with a 4.7 regular cab.
@@martinbuilt quad cab 5speed here. Most affordable non full size quad cab v8 i could find. Got the rundown on the HO cams and timing chain stuff from your other vid even though I have the Haynes near by. Cams and chains on today actually. You made it easy, almost like I did one of these before. Glad i found your channel, keep it up. Thank you much.
Oh how I wish I lived near you! I think you would be working on my wj more than I drive it!!😅
I have been thinking about doing this for awhile now. So I'm assuming that passing is going to feel like rocket.
Accidentally coming across this video is a game changer, I've been wanting to do this but never had time to research anything.
I'm glad you found it helpful.🙂👍
I learn a lot from you Martin, good and very clear tutorial ! thanks a lot Martin,best regards from me, richard in Indosesia.
You are very welcome
Gonna try yellow with the green stripe number 10 lead
Hey Martin will this work for a 1999 wj 4.7?
I would of never of thought of this. My jgc has great throttle response alrdy but sweet I'm gonna make it better woot.
Glad you liked it
It will real havock on your transfer case if you have 4x4 if your miles are high. I learned this the hard way just a heads up! The hard shift will fling around that front propeller shaft.
Just with 4x4 engaged? Or also in 2x4?
Even In 2wd the transfercase chain still sees power.
I have manual transmission, but I enjoy your work...I drive for a living and love the manual 😊 over slush-mattic what you have...!
Thanks for sharing!
I just smoke a bowl after finishing up a product and started watching your video, but I thought I was tripping when you faded in lmao
I'm glad you liked it 👍
@@martinbuilt I'm not gonna lie, it scared me at first. But looking back I was just up to late lmao but still inspirational
i just bought and installed a reman transmission, will doing this void the warranty?
Great Video. Going To Do This To My 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4×4 4.0 l6 engine. I like the quick hard shift and I've owned many old fast cars and trucks and I always put a shift kit in but this is Free Of Charge With The Same Results. Thank You.Now Can You Get Me More Gas Mileage lol. I put a 4 inch lift And 33 inch × 12.50 R17 and It's viscous on fuel but it costs money yo have the look and off road capabilities.
I'm pretty sure it's only available for the 4.7
Thanks Martin, you're the Man.....
You are!
Is this the same for the 4.0 WJ's too?
Unfortunately it will not work with the 4.0 equipped Jeeps they utilize the 42re transmission.
Disregard my other comment. I didn't see this comment before I left one.@@martinbuilt
This sounds and looks great but I’m missing the obvious reason as to why do this? Ie what benefit does this deliver?
It's like having a shift kit installed, you're getting a quicker and firmer shift and this actually also reduces wear on the transmission by reducing slippage on the clutches between shifts.
The only reason that they have this torque management is for driver comfort.
Thank you for this Martin!
You're very welcome. I'm glad you found it helpful.
I’m not sure if you get these anymore but I have watched all of your videos and I did this to my 2004 keep 4.7 and when I cut the wire now it howls in like 2nd gear and I am not sure why I have looked everywhere any help or ideas?
I just love this mod :)
I'm glad you like it.
Another great video and easy to do mod. Question, in your experience, of all the WJ years, is there one you would recommend over another? I really like the WJ style and I’m thinking of towing (no more than 4,000 lbs).
Thank you, I am partial to the 02-04. I like how the EVAP got moved to the rear of the Jeep this made more room under the hood, grill and bumper changes, and HO engines. The only thing I didn't care for in the 01-04 with the 4.7 is the hydraulic cooling fan.
@@martinbuilt …thanks! I know how you feel about the hydraulic cooling fan, watched that video from start to end.
Martin , I have a 2003. Great video by the way. Where is the tcu in mine? It's not where yours was in the video. I've looked but can't find it. I know where the pcu is. Is the tcu part of the pcu in my year model? Thanks in advance!
If you have a 4.0 engine, you have the 42RE trans and this mod won't work.
You did the video lol great job man
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Hi mate .I live in England and my Jeeps TCM is on the right hand side of engine bay will this be same passenger and are you. Sure this will do no harm
Hi..its work for jeep grand cherokee 3.1 td 2000, with 44re trans? Thank you
Martin, can you make a video on how to change the ABS sensors front and rear? I have a Haynes manual but it doesn't give any info on it. It says have the dealer service it. I have 4 new ones to install, and have no idea where to find the connections without tearing up entire interior. Please help. Thanks.
Nevermind. I took out my back seats with all the brackets, lifted carpet, and found both connectors, on each side of tunnel. Tomorrow they get replaced.
I've been a fan of yours for about 6 months now, I've learned so much from you and working on my 00' durango. I was wondering if there was any reason I wouldn't want to do this on my rig?
if you have 45RFE transmission I would recommend it.
Nice video as always. Of course being in the northeast this would be a 2 day project just getting the connector apart only to discover green crusties in there! Haha
yeah working on on vehicle from the southwest is easy compared to the rust belt.
hi!!! I have a question. how can i reset the tcu or tcm?? just reset, thanks a lot
LOL Loved the outtake
What about the 4.0? I know you said you can possibly do it with other Chrysler vehicles, but I did not hear or see any mention of the 4.0. I only see people with 4.7 saying they've done it.
That is correct only the 4.7 with the 45rfe and 545rfe transmissions.
Any other vehicles would be Dakotas and Durango's and Rams equipped with the same.
@martinbuilt Ok. Thanks for your response.
Hello there I am trying to get more power out of my 05 Durango 4.7 currently I have a CAI a resonator delete and a dynomax race bullet muffler what are more ways to get more power out of my 4.7 I want to do a clutch fan delete and go with an electric fan but idk about doing it my self thanks.Love yours videos tho
Thank you, a good way would be to find yourself a set of HO camshafts or even a set of 08 camshafts
I’ve learned alot by your videos i thank you martinbuilt
Thank you, Greg, glad you like them and find them helpful.
Do a 2017 version do a 5.7 Jeep grand Cherokee summit
Is that mod for the 4.7 only or for the straight 6 as well ?
Hello Martin, I also have the Trasgo kit and the Sonnax line pressure booster kit. I'm having a code that's not letting the TCM talk with my ECM. Do you think disconnecting this will help? Many thanks to you and your time.
Hello Chris, I'm not too familiar with the Transgo kit I don't think disconnecting that wires going to make any difference but it wouldn't hurt to try.
Cool mod Martin! I have heard of it. Im going to use a combination of your tips and see about making a connection that can easily be plugged and unplugged similar to yours 👍
Sounds great!
Thanks for watching
Great video as usual Martin, I literally did this last week to my WJ. I like it so far, thinking about running wires and putting in a toggle switch. Do you think 18 gauge wires would be suffice to complete the job and where would be a good place tackle when running those two wires through the firewall? Thanks @martinbuilt
There's a couple places one would be on the driver side where the harness comes through the firewall you'll find a couple small grommets near that harness that are easy to run the wires through and then there's another place behind the ECM or the harness goes through the firewall.
Hey Martin...is there any similar modifications like this one, that you know of for a OBD1,? we have a 1995 ZJ with the 42 RE, and the 4.0.
Not that I'm aware of.
Could you tell a big difference between shift times?
it is quicker, firmer and zero cost
I ended up wiring in a switch to change driving styles
Will it cause issues if you change while driving?
@@pottaz No. all this is doing is triggering the Fuel cutoff at shift points at WOT
This video says everything really well apart from why do it in the first place?
Sorry if I failed to mention that. This will help give you a quicker firmer shift which also extends the life of the transmission.
The only reason they have this torque management is for driver and passenger comfort
@@martinbuilt aaah that makes perfect sense. Thank you
Thanks for your videos. I assume you have 45RFE or 545RFE transmission, did you improved it with overhaul kits anyhow?
It has a 545RFE transmission, I haven't made any other mods to the trams as of yet.
I just got a 02 Wj with the 4.7 and I hate how soft it shifts. I wish it shifted like my old 2000 wj 4.0
Dun suppose this would work same for dodge Dakota? Idk if they ran same wiring diagrams as jeep or not...
I would imagine they do I'll have to look into it I just recently purchased an '01 Dakota with a 4.7
HELLz YES BUD!!!! Lolz you will be happy with it... well maybe if u swapped out for a 545rfe transmission.... or a 5speed lolz .... I loved the 01 4.7L 5speed sport I had.... before I had found out about ur channel I was running a Fastman Dan throttle body and 08 cams intake and adapter from fastman Dan. I tried many different types of ignition coils and I finally found Sultans Of Spark coils for my 07 Dakota. They’re actually cheaper than OEM and they have 8.4ohmz vs the stock 7.3ohmz so this means yah gap ur plugs to about .65 for better burn...
Hi and thanks from Jordan , you are the best ,,👍
Thank you I appreciate that!
Hey Martin, long time fan and WJ enthusiast here, I did this to my 01 4.7 with noticeable results, I recently ended up with an 04 laredo 4.0 in killer shape and I was curious if it's the same process to ditch torque management for a 44re as it was with the 45rfe? It worked wonders on the black beast and was curious if it was more or less the same for the silver chariot with a 44re. Thanks in advance,
-Alec
As far as I know, it is a 45RFE and 545RFE mod only...
Take a look and see if there is a green with a yellow striped wire in the number 10 spot of the TCU. And then cut it… lol and see what happens.
Thank you for supporting the channel and watching. I appreciate that.😉😎👍
@@martinbuilt that's right, worst case scenario I have to reconnect it and reset the tcu and ecu lol.
Is there a video on how to install an oil catch can on a Dodge Ram 4.7L 2003?
I need to do one.
Martin,
Do you plan on doing a re-wire tuck and relocation for the computers? If so where do you plan on relocating them?
I'm wondering because I am sure off-road WJs would like to have their computers hidden instead of getting splashed when going through streams or mud.
Thanks,
Tyler
I am planning on moving the TCM for sure unfortunately it's going in a place where an off-roader would not want it just behind the transfer case near the frame. The ECM is going to most likely stay where it's at I'm just going to make the wiring look way better.
I had thought about moving the TCM into the glove box location and sacrificed the glove box.
The computers and wiring will be fine, they're designed to withstand water submersion. What's really important is your engine, trans, tcase, and axle vents or openings.
@@martinbuilt What is the advantage of moving it by the t-case? is this for asthetics for the clean and accessible engine-bay?
Hi Martin can I use 0w30 oil on my wj 4.7l
Well this is what Google has to say about it.
0W-30 is a special type of motor oil. It has a low viscosity and can be used in place of 5W-30 or 10W-30. The 0W-30 is a fully synthetic motor oil type that is capable of enhancing and improving fuel economy due to its lower friction properties.
I may give that a try for the winter and then back to 5W30 for the summer.🤔
Great video Martin! I have a 2000 Dakota 4.7 Magnum. Do you think it will work on this? Thanks
Yes it should, I just got a 2001 Dakota with a 4.7 and will be cutting the wire.
@@martinbuilt I will definitely be looking for that yellow/green wire. That will be a nice little mod to add to my 70mmTB, dual short air intakes with heat shield below, fan clutch delete, magnaflow w/ dual exhausts, and twin hood scoops with one scoop with the customized old air box fitted tight against the hood cutout (like the one you did in a previous video). Hope to see some videos with your new '01 Dakota. There's a lot of us Dakota owners out here ;)
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Hi Martin
Have you done anything with the Hemis yet?
I have an 06 grand Cherokee with 5.7 Hemi...........
*perk*
no have not got into the Hemi yet.
Just did this! So nice!
Wonderful! 👍
02 4.7HO here. Had to do plugs, coils, MAF sensor, IAC sensor, TPS sensor. Ever since doing this I cleared all misfire codes but it throws P0700 and P0740. If I cut this wire will it make torque converter CEL codes go away, or will it throw more codes??
Any help greatly appreciated.
Note once every 10-15 starts the thing runs like a dog spews smoke out the tailpipe and will stall at idle- will restart and it will run normally, but at stops RPM will bounce from a good 600 to 400. Letting off gas in higher gears trans will act up. Rough shifts here and there. Overall tranny shifts good. Its like the Jeep is haunted. Im thinking vacuum leaks.
This video is a little old and sorry to comment so late but a just had a question, I did the torque management delete which gave me more power that I didn't know my 4.0 wj had the only problem is now my speedometer don't work anymore would there be a reason for that cause I deleted the right wire any answers would be great.
This mode was only meant to be used on the 45RFE and 545RFE transmission. I don't think it will work with the 42RE transmission like you have like you have in your vehicle.
@@martinbuilt yeah didn't think about that lol and thank you for letting me know.....
And thank you for bringing up the transmission cause I want to update and upgrade everything I can the wife and I got this at I believe a not to bad of a price have all the receipts carfax matches everything had transmission work done already but would still like to update anyone with any tips we appreciate thank you everyone...
Would that work for an 03 Dak with the 4.7 and 545rfe trans?
I believe the 03 Dakota has the NGC ECM and if so it won't work. You can identify the ECM if it has four plugs on it it's the NGC if it has three plugs it's a JTEC
@@martinbuilt the 02 had that, mine has the 4 plug...all in one unit
Hello sir, just came across this video. Subscribing now. I have a 2004 Overland with 6.5” lift and I pull my boat which ways with the trailer 4200lbs. Just a 10 min backroad ride to the lake. Going to try this but I was wondering if anyone makes a chip for the HO motors? Called Superchips and was told they only make one for the non HO motors. Thanks!
Or a tuner?
It can be done with HPtuner but that would cost you $500
@@martinbuilt would you say it’s worth the money? Or would going from 3.73 gear to 4.56 be more beneficial? Thanks again.
@@xrpinvested970 anytime you start adding weight to the equation, 9 out of 10 times, gears are best choice. Even take full size trucks.... same drivetrain but weight ratings increase with gearing. It simply makes life easier for your powertrain
Awesome video and content on your channel. Keep up the great work.
Question from my side. I am having an issue where the engine will stall when shifting from N-D or N-R or P-R or P-D. Don't have any error codes related to gearbox. This also only happens when the vehicle is warmed up. 545rfe transmission.
Sometime when idling in P or N the engine will stumble and drop rpm then recover again.
Any pointers will be appreciated 😎
That definitely sounds like the idle air control valve either needs to be cleaned or replaced.
This sounds a bit like a worn out torque converter. There is two parts the will slip on each other when you're at a stop to keep the engine running but when it wears out, it binds and causes the engine to stop when engaging in a drive gear. That's why when you go from P to N it will stumble but stay running. That'd because both P and N are neutral gears whereas drive engages your car to the ground. It's almost like leaving the clutch out in manual and stopping at a red light. Check your fluid level and condition, hope this helps. Great vids Martin!
@@chrismorton4533 thanks for the insight. I changed the IAC but still the same issue. Also think this is more gearbox related.
What I have noticed is when I cruise on highway speed with my foot stable on throttle with a small incline, it's as if it is engaging and disengaging the lockup clutch. The rpm wil fluctuate and can feel it fluctuating. This happens repeatedly. Also when I sometimes engage D it will have a harsh kick where the car will jump forward.
Does that diagnose it to the torque converter on it's way out?
@@chrismorton4533 I have alos read up on the Torque Limit Valve Spring and heard that they also fail. Could this also be the cause or will that cause different issues?
@@pottaz did you solve this problem? I think I’m having a similar situation. Thanks
Will this hurt my 4.0 ? I’m not sure juss asking wouldn’t mind doing it
I'm sorry but this will not work on the 4.0 it uses a different transmission then the 4.7
Thank you for watching.
Can torque management be modified in a program like HP tuners to get more power out of shifts compared to disabling the system entirely?
Not too familiar with how torque management works
yes, in a HP Tuner torque management can be modified.
@@martinbuilt can it be modified to increase power more or equal to a delete?
can you do this on the 4 plug ECU?
Not that I know of. You would most likely need some type of performance programmer.
Can this mod be done to a 545RFE trans on my 06 grand as well?
I did the line pressure boost With the special pigtail.........
no, this can only be done to JTEC ECM vehicles
Would depinning the wire be the same as cutting it?
Yes, that would be the same.👍
Thank you for the info
Any time!
Just did this today and now i feel like its in limp mode and got a code p0700. Did exactly as described in the video, any thoughts as to why?
2000 4.7L
The only way I can explain that as it's got to be the wrong wire
Did you solve this? One other guy said his #8 wire was pink
What about a 2000 Dodge Dakota that I seen you recently purchased can you do this too?
yes you sure can
My 4.0 has an extremely hard shift when going up hills on the freeway. I am not sure how to fix it. It like skips gears and bypasses a gear or 2.
I have a 99 grand cherokee 4.0 and I don't see a yellow with green stripe wire any suggestions?
The reason is you have a different transmission with the 4.0
I don't think you have a transmission control unit either do you?
thanks Martin
You're welcome i'm glad you like it and found it helpful.
TCM?TCU Automatic Transmission Control Module TCM TCU 56044573AA ? is it a 4o5 ?
Hey Martin, I recently changed plugs on my 04 4.7 HO and now I have a high idle (around 900 RPM). I didn't change anything else. It idled and about 600-700 before. The old plugs had a huge gap almost .125 the new ones obviously didn't have this. Could this be caused by the TPS? I've reset the computer and still a slightly high idle. At first start it hits 1500 then comes down. What would cause this. Appreciate any info.
I'm betting when you change the plugs you disconnected a vacuum line somewhere. you may have not even realized it and you have a vacuum leak and that's why you have a high idle
Do you still get the faster firmer shift if you shift it manually at the track instead of leaving it in drive?
yes it shifts firmer in both D and shifting manually, I would like if it shift quicker though.
Oooohh i need to check this out under my hood, mines a 04 HO with 5speed trans, hopefully its a 3 plug or im screwed haha, cheers Marty great informative vid, I'd be silly not to sub 👍
Should be a 3 plug.
I have a 03 jeep grand Cherokee 4.0 ltr. 4or select track. are you talking about the computer? I also dont see that TCM on my jeep, could you let me know how to do the delete my my jeep
I should have specified this is for the 4.7 L that utilize the 45RFE the 4.0 uses a 42re transmission
Do you have rev limiter on your jeep ?
Yeah, I believe the factory setting is at 5800
I was able to turn it off and have turned 6300 RPM before.
Can u just cut the wire? N cover them after?
Yes that will work.
Thank you for watching.
Is this the same thing for the durango 01
Yes I'm pretty sure that it is, I just recently picked up and 01 Dakota so that would be something I'll be looking into.
Can you do this to 01 WJ with a straight 6 4L?
No, this only works on the 45/545RFE transmission. Your Jeep has the 42RE trans. 😕
Can this be done to a 2007 grand Cherokee 4.7?
Maybe with some type of after market programmer.
Do we need to disconnect the battery before doing this?
I wouldn't but, the service manual will tell you to disconnect the ground side.
Is this for a 4.0L? I don’t have the TCU
This is only for the 4.7 with the 45RFE and 545RFE transmissions.
@@martinbuilt is there a way to do something similar to this on the 4.0L 42RE ? Thanks for the response. Love your videos
This only for the Jeeps 4.7s? What about the Dodge 4.7?
It will work for them too with the JTEC ECM