Automatic (ASM) to manual conversion problems

[MartinF]

Martin if you need a code I have a 125 that I can pm the code to you

That would be fantastic. For reference, as I'm sure it makes a difference to the code, the data off ETIS (via loot) is:

No recalls.
Details may not include modifications.

Primary Features
Build Date: 14.12.2005
Vehicle Line: Transit 2000-2006
Cab Style: Single Cab (2 Door)
Series: 1.7-350L Series
Engine: 2.4L Duratorq DI (120/125PS)
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual Transmission - MT75
Drive: RHD RWD
Axle Ratio: 5.13
Emission: Light Duty Truck Stage III
Air Conditioning: Manual Air Conditioning
Territory: (+)"GB"
Paint: Diamond White 73
Interior Colour: Dark Graphite
Interior Fabric: Stylize (-B-C)

Minor Features
With Low Roof
Roof Conversion Prep - W/O Cab Roof
With Perforated Cab Back Panel - A
Less Second Unit Body
With Standard GVM Rating
Otosan (Turkey) Plant Build
With Camper Pack
With SVO Application/Label
Marketing Level 3
With Body Width Package
With Power Front Windows
With All Light Tinted Glass
Less Header Mounted Package Tray
Flr Cvr-Rubber Ins-Extended
With Partial Headlining - Moulded
Sunvisor Less Mirror - Passenger
With Front Roof Grab Handle
Drivers Door Trim - Level 2
Passenger Door Trim - Level 2
Drivers Long Arm Power Mirrors
Passenger Long Arm Power Mirror
With Drivers Seat Fixed Armrest
With Passenger Seat Fixed Armrests
Less Passenger Seat Valance
Less Temp Control Driver Seat
Less Temp Control Passengers Seat
Less 2nd Row Rear Seat
With Driver 6 Way Mnl.Seat Adjuster
With Pass 4 Way Manual Seat Adjust
Less Trailer Towing Attachments
With Door Dead Locks
With Door Entry Remote Control Unit
With Driver Air Bag
With Passenger Air Bag
With Adjustable 'D' Ring Pass Seat
With Double Rear Wheels
5 X 16" Steel Wheel
Any Brand Tyre Vendor
Cold Start Up To -20%c
With Front Stabilizer Bar
With Heavy Duty Rear Springs
Type 53 Rear Axle 5720lb(2600 Kg)
Park Brake Between Driver Seat-Door
4 Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System
With Brake Only Traction Control
Standard Front Seat
With Automatic Shift - Manual
With MPH/KMH Speedometer
With Radio Pre-Equipment Pack 1
Fender Mounted Radio Antenna
With 6500CD ICE Pack
With Smokers Package
With Power Point Plug
Less Interior Courtesy Lamp
With Manual Headlamp Levelling

Many thanks.

[MartinF]

I have an update from the repairer: When I said it wouldn't start, I was wrong. In fact, it does start, but (as I understand) because the ECU still thinks it's in neutral, it won't allow it to rev. It never was the fastest vehicle on the road, but 10mph is a bit limited

I presume this is something the ASM reports (when fitted) to the ECU via the wiring loom, so therefore there ought to be a way of grounding/tying the appropriate wire to fool the ECU?

[loot]

May be more involved than just that, it may need more info in order to change gear etc.

Get the pcm sorted mate, only half hour job to the right person

[Frag]

May be more involved than just that, it may need more info in order to change gear etc.

Get the pcm sorted mate, only half hour job to the right person

As above,this really is the only way...and the easiest.
(Pm'd you the calibration level I used last time)

In the list of minor features;

With Automatic Shift - Manual.

So,left the factory as ASM / Durashift.

[MartinF]

In the list of minor features;

With Automatic Shift - Manual.

So,left the factory as ASM / Durashift.

Ah - interesting. I'd taken that to mean that the answer to the question "Automatic Shift?" was "Manual". I.e. NOT Automatic/ASM. Particularly as "Transmission: 5-Speed Manual Transmission - MT75" is mentioned earlier in the listing. I stand corrected.

[MartinF]

Martin if you need a code I have a 125 that I can pm the code to you

That sorted it. Many thanks for the code.

Many thanks too to all the rest of you guys for helping out. You're all legends. You can't believe how grateful I am.

[loot]

Are you going to tell us how you did it then?

[MartinF]

Are you going to tell us how you did it then?

I believe they flashed the ecu using the calibration code pm'd to me by bambi mk 1. I'll need to confirm they set all the other parameters like wheel size, axle ratio, etc - though I passed all that info to them so I presume they did. Bottom line is, it now runs!