Transmission swap from CVT to M43

Tiny
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  • 2003 SATURN ION
  • 2.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • TURBO
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 128,950 MILES
Just bought this car in April and I have been reading and hearing nothing but bad things about the CVT transmission. Is it possible for me to switch it to a M43 because the CVT just went out on me? I am not a mechanic however. Please get back with me.
Sunday, May 20th, 2018 AT 7:01 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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The transmission swap is viable because it has it's own module. It has been done successfully on other Ion's.

Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, May 21st, 2018 AT 10:38 AM
Tiny
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What do you reccomend?
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Monday, May 21st, 2018 AT 4:41 PM
Tiny
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  • 128,950 MILES
Wanted to see if you could further assist me with the swapping of a CVT transmission in the car listed above (coupe) to the AF23. Or point me in the right direction. Thanks
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Monday, May 21st, 2018 AT 5:40 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Yes, I will get you the VIN number once I am off. I appreciate you sir.
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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 AT 9:52 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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I recommend you replace it with the same unit or get another car. Sorry nothing you can do.
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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 AT 9:52 AM

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