redtomatoman

Hi. Has anyone replaced the HFM using their maximum care warranty? When I read the policy, it's significantly vague to me. I had a situation where my phone would not connect via Bluetooth. I did a battery "reset". That seems to have restored functionality for the time being. Just wondering if it's worth a 2 hour drive to the nearest dodge service center if it stops working again. Peace.

Not sure if this is a common issue. Seems to work ok outside Albuquerque, but sirius constantly cuts out in the city. I'm beginning to wonder if the satellite module is failing. Albuquerque probably has some amount of interference, but I don't remember it being like this in Albuquerque in the past. Peace.

Welcome... I still really enjoy my 2011. 88,000+ miles. I had to replace the transmission, but that was covered by my lifetime warranty. For the most part, it still drives like the day I brought it home. Still gets 25mpg at high elevation with a speed limit of 75mph. Taking it on a road trip tomorrow. Had to choose between my 2011 DJ or my 2019 Tacoma. No contest, the Tacoma barely gets 21mpg on the highways here! Enjoy. Peace.

Not sure what the OP is trying to say, but he picks cars based upon forum congeniality?!? Obviously the OP has no idea what he is talking about. I direct anyone who wants to see real jackassery to Tacoma World. Douchey... Maybe the OP should sell his DJ and buy a used Buick LaSabre. I'm sure the grammies and grampies there would be great forum company. He could also join their bridge group... Peace.

Seems like someone abused that car and then managed to dump it on you. My DJ has had a few probs, transmission and the left side head issue, but it still runs like the day I brought it home. Still makes 25 mpg on the highway. Mine has been a good car. Peace.

The car can be fixed, but this sounds like a really dishonest deal. Wouldn't be surprised to find out the seller knew that the car was on the outs. Try to cancel the sale. Good luck. Peace.

Welcome. Uconnect isn't great, but its adequate. Peace.

Ok. Figured... That's why I included the word "exactly" and described my DJ's behavior. This filling issue is one that I've learned to live with. Peace.

Not sure why you posted this, exactly. My DJ will often stop short of full by about a gallon. The fuel gauge on my DJ is not affected in my experience. If I really want a full tank, I just fill the last gallon with very slow flow from the pump. Usually I just leave it at the shutoff point and keep moving. Minor problem that doesn't really bother me... Peace.

Took the DJ to the dealer. They couldn't determine if the BCM or door module was responsible for the dysfunction. They replaced both under my MaxCare warranty. Cost me a Benjamin, but it's fixed. I hate having problems, but that warranty is really great. Peace.

This is still continuing with my DJ locks. I suspect it has something to do with the BCM or similar. Taking it to the dodge service center today. I'll update the forum... Peace.

My understanding is that those vehicle's oil-o-mometers are mostly marketing. A memory of overall driving conditions + miles is much better, imo. Don't exceed 6 months or 5,000 miles. If you've set your cruise control for 95 mph a couple of times, go sooner based upon your gut. Very scientific... Good luck.

Sounds like transmission... Contact your dealership if it's under warranty. Get that thing in there. Get a diagnosis. Good luck. Peace.

I think the older DJ uconnect systems are no longer being supported by Chrysler through Garmin. It's the most likely explanation, I think. I can't find map updates for my 2011 either. Last update for my RB5 was 2017. Disappointed... my nav doesn't show the new freeway to Vegas. Kinda sux. Peace.

What year? 2011 and later don't have a hard drive, is my understanding. The uconnect system may not support JPEG format files. If that's the case, then there wouldn't be a fix. Don't know for sure. Just curious. Why do you want to load JPEG files? Peace.

Your DJ may need a new radio unit. You may be able to get one from a salvage yard or on the internet. I believe that 2late4u may have one for sale. Easy swap from what I understand. Good Luck. Peace.

Any credible upholstery shop should be able to modify those seats to your liking. Good luck. Peace.

Even though this hasn't been mentioned, I'd replace your current battery with a quality new battery. Find a good dealer and be nice. You may need them some day. Good luck. Peace.

My wife drives a compass trailhawk. Good little car, but the 2.4 leaves something to be desired. At least it has a 4x4 transmission and lots of bells and whistles. The DJ 3.6 is a great crossover that should be improved. Call it the crossroad and upgrade the design if they don't want to continue the journey name... Dodge getting out of the crossover business could be a costly mistake. Sedans are dying and muscle cars are a nitch market. I love my DJ, but I'd never drive a hemi powered minivan ( aka Durango). Killing the neon was a mistake, imo. Will killing the DJ be a mistake? I think so. We'll see... Peace.

I think the junky responses are due to the fact that it could be anything. It's probably internal, and it may be something or nothing to worry about. Isolate the tick as suggested. Lifters can often tick. Maybe an oil change is in order. If you're really worried, a real mechanic's opinion is what you need. Peace.

I'm sorry to hear that! Like I said before, don't get discouraged. You are your only therapist in this. You have to keep working hard without overdoing it when your knee is stable enough. Good Luck. Hang in there. Peace.

Good luck with your symptoms. Peace.

My understanding is that the thermostat stuck open is not a problem. The thermostat being closed helps the engine warm up and then will open to allow coolant to flow. There must be a temperature senson that triggers the radiator fan. I honestly don't know if the radiator fan is electric. I assume it is based upon your observations. If I was attempting to solve this problem, I'd start by researching a coolant temperature sensor. A quick google search got me this...

My 2011 locking system acted strange today and I'm wondering if anyone knows what happened... Went surfing and locked the FOB in my DJ using the procedure outlined in the owner's manual. Opened the DJ with the manual key and disarmed the alarm using the FOB in the car. Drove to my hotel, unloaded, and hit the lock button on my FOB. The horn barked and I walked away. When I came back to drive the car, only the driver's door was locked. Pressing the unlock on the FOB unlocked the driver's door. Thereafter the FOB would only lock the driver's door and the other doors remained unlocked. I messed around with it for few minutes and this behavior continued. I auto started the car and that worked. I entered the vehicle after auto start and shut off the motor. I tried the driver door lock button on the armrest and it would only operate the driver's door lock. None of the other 3 door cylinders moved. I drove the DJ a short distance and when I parked the locks all worked normally. I have driven a total of two times since this weirdness and it seems to be working normally. Does anyone know what happened? Peace.

Can you post a link to the dodge recall #S89? Is the crankshaft position sensor easy or difficult to replace? Peace.