redtomatoman

There was an update for the 2011 that addressed a similar issue for me. Mine wouldn't tune the radio or call anyone with voice commands. Update solved my issue. The easiest thing to do is visit you dealer. Maybe someone will have a TSB number for your year if there's one. Good luck. Peace.

Right. If your roof doesn't leak, you may have some time to appreciate your DJ rather than lament the problems. Best of luck to you.Peace.

Thanks for checking Journeyman. I've been through 2 Motorola droids and an HTC droid. My latest Motorola RAZR was on the uconnect site as supporting text. I didn't realize that the droid I purchased was loaded with a different software version that does not talk to uconnect for texting b/c my RAZR does not result in the text feature being enabled. Not being a techie, I don't understand what is behind this feature. It very well may be that uconnect, as it is in my 2011, is based on outdated technology and only works with older phones. It just seems so basic that something that seems to work almost like my phone should be enableable. I was previously convinced that a SMS update would solve this issue. I did a couple of those without success. Anyway, I'll get over this texting thing again. It either wasn't meant to be or someone with tech experience will figure out how to make it work and tell the rest of us. Until then I'll have to continue to reach for my phone when I hear my text notification and think about all the other features of my DJ that I love.Peace.

Well now. . . This seems to be an interesting issue. I'm not sure how to feel about the fact that a flip phone works to allow text but not a "smart" phone. Maybe I was too hard on my salesman. The whole text thing is just weird. I was initially interested only because it seems that everyone would rather text than call nowadays. There were times that I missed texts while my music was playing. It would be nice to have the uconnect system alert me of a text and show it on the screen. Safer than reaching for my phone and reading that way when I'm alone in the DJ. My wife reads texts when she is with me. I just don't get it. I bet its completely logical if you have all the facts, but I just don't get it. Why can my phone book show, but not texts? I have NO desire to compose texts through uconnect as the Access system allows. Just an alert and a visual without reaching, that's all. I was over this texting thing. Now I'm frustrated again. UGH. Peace.

I have over 34,000 miles on my OEM kumhos. They have been good so far. I'm no race car driver,but I don't drive unaggressive. I haven't looked within the past month, but last time I did, I wasn't even close to the wear marker. Maybe the 2011 OEM tires are different. Dunno. Peace.

I get it. No one can know everything. BUT, Chrysler, as a company, has a responsibility to either KISS or be sure that their employees are up to speed. Why eliminate text functionality from any vehicle? Why have an 8.4AN and an 8.4N anyway? Just make all the top tier systems the 8.4AN or whatever. Of course there is a place for differing component levels, but make all the 4.3s the same and all the 8.4s the same. Uniformity is simpler than trying to train employees about the differences. That said, it wouldn't surprise me to find out that there's a reason for the differences, but from a consumer's POV, more functionality would sell more cars. It does not seem that adding or subtracting a feature would cost Chrysler much at all. Sometimes its one simple feature that is the most important. I don't really need the text feature, but it would be nice. For another DJ buyer it may be the difference between purchasing a DJ or moving on to the next vehicle on their list. Anyway, I feel your pain in all the education. I get it all the time at work. It seems like you do quite well with your continuing education. Thanks again for clearing this issue up for all of us on the forum. Peace.

Finally. Someone who has an answer to this question. I have spent hours updating and monkeying around with my phone only to see this option fail time and time again. My dealer and the Chrysler help line consistently told me it was my phone. Three phones later, no text in my DJ. Since we, evidently, cannot rely on dealers nor the Chrysler help line for accurate info, Chrysler should spend a lot more time on employee education and/or create a position for someone to review the owner's manuals so that they are correct. I was also told when I purchased my DJ that my vehicle would support text. Again, poor employee education is likely at the root of that statement. I love my DJ, but that $#!+ pisses me off!! Peace.

I don't have the paperwork in front of me, but I believe I paid $3100 USD for mine. Plenty of negociating. Mine has a $100 deductible each time I use the policy. I plan to keep the DJ for many miles, so I will have it if any big things go wrong. I think it will either be a good deal or I'll never need it. Time will tell. . . Peace.

I don't know who this Paul is, but he is awesome. I have bookmarked his page. I am certain it will be invaluable for us DJ owners. Sometimes it is the simple mundane stuff that drives me the most crazy. Great Information. Thank you Paul!!!! Peace.

Why not just try your phone charger on another car? If if works there, you know that the charger is working and the 12v outlet on your DJ is not. Peace

Right. Didn't think of that. My 3.6L definitely has two puddles on the garage floor each day. Peace.

There should be a right leak too ; ) If there isn't, you should get underneath your DJ and unclog the drain hole. Peace.

Lebowski has been here for some time and I have not seen any posts that would be construed as bashing. I also don't think the previous post is bashing anyone except Fiat. IMO. Peace.

Sounds like a loose pedal to me. I do not have that sound on my 2011 DJ. I'm assuming that you have crawled under the dash to take a look and see nothing. Warranty. Good Luck. Peace.

I haven't spent any real time with the ford touch system, so maybe it is ahead of uconnect. BUT back in 2011 when I was looking at vehicles, the ford system was slooooowwwww. I appreciated the quick response of the uconnect in the DJ. That said, the ford touch system may certainly be more capable. Not sure. I have a few complaints with uconnect, but overall it is quite capable and works fine. Peace.

Glad to hear. I have had a similar good experience with mine, now at 33,000 miles I believe. The DJ is surprisingly fun to drive and VERY versatile. I wish you continued fun. Peace.

Yes. I would definitely say that is a warranty issue. If it were mine, I'd be sure that it gets fixed and resealed if resealing is possible. I'd consider keeping the bulbs and making the dealer replace since the water, which should not be in the light, likely caused the failure. Good luck. Peace.

I would be interested in the process of putting the DJ into Transport Mode. Can you share? Are there any disadvantages to entering Transport mode? TIA. Peace.

I did not want the AWD hassles. More parts, more things to go wrong, worse gas mileage, more cost. . . All for that one day that a surprise snow storm is too much for FWD. I don't know, but I think I made the right choice. Best of luck to all those with AWD. Hope nobody has problems. Peace.

Yes, I believe they will fit. Not sure. Ask your dealer if the lights are the same. Look for a set on ebay or salvage and give it a try. Peace.

Welcome. Lots of knowledgeable folks and lots of good info here. Peace.

I bought a Max Care Lifetime warranty as well. I plan to keep this vehicle for a LONG time. Hope my lifetime warranty was a complete waste of money! LOL. Peace.

and my DJ still runs just like it's brand new. Its hard to believe that its already been 30 months. I still feel like it's new. I've been absolutely happy up to this point. Haven't even had to do brakes in 33,000+ miles. Still have the OEM kumhos on with more than half the tread left. I drive my DJ 70%/30% highway/city. Peace.

My 2011 R/T did not come with a roof rails either. My rack installation was done by a private shop, but was set up by the dealer. The rails are screwed directly into the roof of my DJ. If I remember right, the cost was $400 and it was completed in less than a day. I have been very happy with my roof rails. I would definitely recommend roof rails if you plan on adding roof racks for bicycles, cargo, etc. I attempted to put on yakima racks without the roof rails. Even though yakima sells a setup for installing a rack without the roof rails, it is not secure at all, IMO. Good Luck. Peace.

Those Chrysler engineers are pretty smart. Journeyman brings up some interesting scenarios that the message does address. Peace.