Auto to Manual Transmission Swap DIY |JZX90|CD009| Step-By-Step Guide for Mark II, Chaser, Cresta

As prices for manual JZX Mark II, Chaser, and Cresta continue to soar, some may find it more feasible to purchase an automatic JZX and use the savings towards a manual swap. Automatic cars are also generally not quite as beaten on as manuals. This guide will show how to perform an auto to manual conversion. We will be removing our original automatic A340 transmission for a new CD009/JK41B 6 speed transmission in this video. The process is generally the same for all manual transmission swaps.
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Notes:
~Consider changing your rear main seal while you're here. 1JZ/2JZ OEM part number: 90311-90006
~Bedding in the clutch is very important. It's extremely tempting to want to drive hard after all this work but be patient. A poorly bedded and glazed clutch will feel like your car is low on power and your new clutch won't ever perform like it should.
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Supplement videos:
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Parts:
~ All these swap parts can add up so take your time shopping for the best prices to save where you can. I'll admit at the time I felt I was in a pretty good place financially and didn't try too hard shopping around. This is a terrible mindset to have. Don't do this. ALWAYS save where you can. Also sometimes waiting till Black Friday pays off.
Here are some parts sites I've used with positive experiences:

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There was a lot of info to cover for the swap and I'm sure I may have missed something while editing so feel free to ask me questions or DM me on instagram @JZX_Kenny.
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0:00 Intro
0:41 Chp 1: Removal
8:07 Chp 2: Flywheel
9:15 Chp 3: Clutch
11:16 Chp 4: Prep
15:07 Chp 5: Fitment
16:59 Chp 6: Install
20:23 Chp 7: Pedal
23:59 Chp 8: Electrical
27:32 Chp 9: Driveline
28:55 Outro
29:54 Cost

[initiatedrift]

One of the best auto to manual videos I’ve seen. Definitely deserves more love. Awesome job! Looking at getting a jzx soon and auto might be a must depending on the price difference

[_arthur_d]

Even with a factory manual car I still had to watch 🖤 thank you for doing these for the community!

[zacht]

Another incredible tutorial! Great job Kenny! Thank you for all you do

[captaincommunism]

Definitely earned my like. I was sad when I saw it only had 15 likes but then I saw it was posted 1 day ago lol. Looking at getting a cresta, I think this is my sign

[dredlokSB]

Great video, thats what I need before starting work with my jzx. Thank you!

[marlonharry]

would'nt it have been easier to just get the conversion straight from japan??

[JaJaBings]

Will Speedometer and odometer work at these configuration?

[jeffreyt]

Hey bro i changed from 1G to 1jzge-non vvti to a w58, could u tell me again the part abt the wiring in depth or send me to a link, cause im not sure which wires connect to the gearbox

[Nightmare]

The JZX community doesn't deserve you! Love your videos! Keep it up! 🖤

[Zzz]

Dude you literally did everything right here. Fuck yes. Good job!!

[josiahkauhane]

What was your measurements on that driveshaft???

[bennanoman]

love the content man, i was just wondering if there's any benefit to doing this over an r154? judging by the cost breakdown and the price of an r154 these days it honestly looks like using the toyota route would be cheaper

[PlayVibesPak]

One of best informative video for manual swap

[masonskyler]

I had a question unless i didnt hear an explanation in the video, but why did you cut the transmission in half again? Would love to know before attempting this

[pushtoyota]

Great Job! Hope to see you around I'm near Ann Arbor Michigan!

[ironrobin]

do you still have your automatic shifter assembly (0:59)? Mine is kinda ratty so I was hoping to swap it but I can't for the life of me find one anywhere nor can I find the part number on amayama. Anyway if you still have it I will buy yours!

[AlenGarner]

Great video, isn’t there something you have to the auto ecu ?

[jorgediprose]

Was wondering how much of this applies to a jzx100?

[ayubahmad]

i dont have a car i can customize yet but amazing video broski

[cuequinton]

Hi Kenny, great video! Did you do anything about the descrepency between the x90 and 350z diff ratios? I have just put a cd009 in my x90 and first gear is pretty useless, and at 60kph i find I am in 5th already. anyway great work on a very informative video.