E36 automatic shifter in e46

[kaharvey88]

Hi, I'm currently working on a ls swap in a e46. I'm using a 4L60e automatic transmission. My e46 originally had the steptronic shifter. I need just a regular PRND321 type shifter. Did any e46 come with this type of shifter or would possibly one from a e36 fit?

Thanks in advance

[harveyottotech]

The very early e46s came with that type of shifter, and the e36 did as well. However, you may have issues trying to get the bezeltry to fit around it. I would look for the E46 style. If that doesn't work, consider using the shifter from the donor car and putting a generic black leather shift boot over it.
Good luck!

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[AJLM34A]

Hi, I'm currently working on a ls swap in a e46. I'm using a 4L60e automatic transmission. My e46 originally had the steptronic shifter. I need just a regular PRND321 type shifter. Did any e46 come with this type of shifter or would possibly one from a e36 fit?

Thanks in advance

What are you using to control the 4L60E?

Some of the standalone trans control modules have inputs for up/down shifts ie; paddle shifters. You could very easily tie into the up/down microswitches in the shifter for this.

https://www.diyautotune.com/product/...on-controller/

[kaharvey88]

I'm using a 0411 gm pcm. I'd prefer to have a mechanical connection between the shifter and transmission to shift the lower gears manually. I'm not a fan of paddle shifters. Same reason I went drive by cable throttle body instead of drive by wire. Just personal preferences. I do appreciate the suggestion though.