jkeaton

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As far as the brakes are concerned, the 09's had horrible brakes. We had rotors/pads on our 09 replaced twice before 20k. The last time they warped I purchased some quality aftermarket rotors and pads and installed them myself. Did not have a single brake problem for 60,000 more miles. If you keep replacing factory junk with factory junk, expect frequent brake jobs. We did not have an airbag light on when our window switches stopped working. The recall fixed our issues. I am not aware of any aftermarket harnesses and honestly never found out exactly what the problem with the harness was. $580 for a wiring harness seems incredibly steep to me. Maybe find out the part number and search for it on the internet? And to the OP, bashing an entire car line because of your experience with one model is not justified. Every manufacturer has their share of models with problems. I'm on another forum for Dodge Dakota's and we have a favorite saying that some of those trucks are Monday trucks and some are Friday trucks. Every now and then there is a true lemon that rolls off the assembly line. Sorry for your problems and wish you luck in getting your problems resolved. If you are seeking advise on any of your issues, just ask. We loved our 09 SE so much, we just bought another one.

Got my AVS bug shield and vent visors today. Got them off ebay for $55 for the bug shield and vent visors. The visors are the stick on kind, but for the price, I could not turn this set down. They were used on a showroom vehicle and are in new condition.

You can also use this link. I filled it out and in less than an hour I had my build sheet. http://www.dodge.com/webselfservice/dodge/emailpage.html?appStr=wccs&titleStr=Contact+Dodge&familyStr=brand&franchise=D&actionURL=%2Fwccs%2Fbrand_forms%2Fus%2Fwebform.jsp&promotion=null&category=U In the area that says "Briefly describe" put "Vehicle Build Sheet". If you want to elaborate a little more as to why you want your build sheet, use the additional information area. My build sheet. Apparently my car is a Hero?? According to our records, your vehicle was equipped from the factory with the following: VIN: XXXXXXXXXDT660851 Vehicle Description: DODGE JOURNEY HERO HATCHBACK Model Year: 2013 Body Model: JC D E 49 Sales Code Description E7 Prem Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats X9 Black AFB Comfort/Convenience Group AGV Flexible Seating Group APAS Monotone Paint BABS 160 Amp Alternator BCPS 525 Amp Maintenance Free Battery BGES Brake Assist BNBS Electronic Stability Control BNMP Traction Control BNSP Electronic Roll Mitigation BNTP Trailer Sway Damping BRES Anti-Lock 4-Wheel-Disc Brakes CACS Low Back Bucket Seats CAUP 3rd Row 50/50 Fold/Reclining Seat CBDS Active Head Restraints CB9S 2nd Row In Floor Storage Bins CDKP Easy Entry System Seat CDWP Frt Pass Forward Fold Flat Seat CFJS Rear Reclining / Fold Flat Seat CGDS Front Height Adjust Shoulder Belts CGUS Child Seat Anchor System-LATCH Ready CGYS Drvr Inflatable Knee-Bolster Air Bag CG3S Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags CG4P 2nd Row 40/60 Tilt & Slide Seat CJ1S Supplemental Frt Seat Side Air Bags CJ5S Supp. Side Curtain All Rows Air Bags CKCS Floor Carpet CKRS Cargo Net CKTS Cargo Tie Down Loops CLES Front & Rear Floor Mats CLPS Door Sill Scuff Pads CS8P Delete Cargo Compartment Cover CTLS Base Door Trim Panel CVGP Passenger in Seat Cushion Storage CVMS Full Length Flr Console Prem A/Rest CWPS Illuminated Cupholders CX8P CORA Tire Press Monitoring Sensor DBAC All Automatic Transmissions DG2 6-Speed Automatic 62TE Transmission DHDP AutoStick ® Automatic Transmission EAGC All Gas Engine ERB 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine GAES Sunscreen Glass GBBS Tinted Windshield Glass GFAS Rear Window Defroster GNAS Rear View Day/Night Mirror GNFS Driver Side Sun Visor w/Mirror GNYS Passenger Side Sun Visor GTSS Power Heated Mirrors, Fold-Away GXDS Remote Proximity Keyless Entry GXRS Keyless Entry GXXS Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System GX4S Keyless Go HAGP Air Conditioning w/3 Zone Temp Cntrl HBBP Rear Air Conditioning w/Heater JATS Premium Instr Cluster w/Display JA2S Instrument Cluster w/Tach JA6S Premium Instrument Cluster JCBS 120 MPH Primary Speedometer JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers JHBS Rear Window Wiper/Washer JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns JKFS Cowl Mounted Hood Release JKPS 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet JKWS 12V Center Console Power Outlet JMAS Air Filtering JPBS Power Locks JPDS Power Windows, Driver One-Touch JPSP Power 6-Way Driver Seat JPUP Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust LAXS Front Passenger Seat Belt Alert LAYS LED Tail Lamps LAZS Vehicle Information Center LBCS Glove Box Lamp LBLS Driver & Passenger Lower LED Lamps LCAS Front Courtesy/Map Lamps LCES Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps LDFS Liftgate Flood Lamp LEPP Body Color Exterior Mirrors LHDS Headlamp Off Time Delay LMES Halogen Quad Headlamps LMK Daytime Running Headlamps, High Beam LNJS Fog Lamps LPSS CHMSL Lamp LPTS Backup Lamps MCZP Dodge Performance Body Color Fascias MDAP Frt License Plate Attachment Screws MFDS Bright Grille MGDS SXT Badge MGNS Dodge Badge MHAS Black Windshield Moldings MNKS Body Color Door Handles MPFS Journey Badge MPJS Black Sill MPLS Black-Out Tape MP2S Silver Mold In Color Fascia Applique MW1S Black Side Roof Rails MZ1P Flex Fuel Badge NAS 50 State Emissions NELP Dual Bright Exhaust Tips NFPS 20.5 Gallon Fuel Tank NHAP Engine Oil Cooler NHJP Exterior Mirrors w/Heating Element NHMS Speed Control PR1 Bright Red Clear Coat QR1S Bright Red Clear Coat RCGS 6 Speakers RDBS Removable Short Mast Antenna RDZS Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Ctrls REBS Uconnect 4.3S AM/FM/CD/MP3 RFKP 4.3" Touch Screen Display RSCP SIRIUS Satellite Radio RSUP Audio Jack Input for Mobile Devices RSXP Remote USB Port SBPS Performance Steering SCAS Steering Wheel SDDP Touring Suspension SUDS Tilt/Telescope Steering Column TBKS Compact Spare Tire TWBS P225/65R17 BSW A/S Touring Tires TZLP Kumho Brand Tires WFES 17X6.5 Aluminum Wheels XBNP Tip Start XGMP Tire Pressure Monitoring Display XHLS 12V DC Front & Rear Power Outlets XJGS Non Locking Fuel Filler Cap XKNP Flex Fuel Vehicle XLNS English/USA Language XVNP Basic Owner's Manual X81S Instrument Panel Parts Module X82S Door Parts Module X83S Front End Parts Module X84S Front Suspension Parts Module X85S Rear Suspension Parts Module X88S Tire & Wheel Parts Module X9AP For More Info, Call 888-539-7474 X9BP 1-Yr. SiriusXM Radio Service YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications Thanks again for your email. Sincerely, Kristine Customer Service Representative Dodge Customer Assistance Center

Last 8 digits: DT660651 Extended warranty is Carmax's "Maxcare Service Contract". $100 deductible, but if we use Carmax service center it's only $50 decuctible. Covers breakdown, rental reimbursement ($40/day, 7 days max) and towing reimbursement not to exceed $100. Does not cover maintenance items or non-mechanical parts (glass, light bulbs, lenses, trim, moldings, upholstery, etc.), collisions (obviously), negligence, misuse or recalls.

Does the 5 year/100,000 mile warranty transfer? How would I go about doing this as the dealer we bought from (Carmax) said nothing about it, We also purchased an extended 6 year/100,000 mile warranty. I'm thinking that is not needed if the factory warranty is in effect.

Welcome to the forum!

Canadians must like DJ's, eh?

Apparently it is defined as a truck. If you go to wallyworld and use their little "parts finder" electronic catalog in the automotive section, the Journey shows up under the "Dodge Truck" heading. Makes no difference to me. We are on our second DJ. Love it.

Agreed with the other posts. Our 09 had horrible brakes. Rotors and pads replaced by 20k, both front and rear. I replaced them again after the warped the second time with good aftermarket parts and never had another problem. I agree the 09 was a guinee pig so to speak. The first model and right during Chryslers bancruptcy problems. The newer models are light years ahead of the original ones. I would not be worried at all. Heck the rotors and calipers and pads on our 2013 model look to be twice the size of the ones on the 09.

What splash guards did you go with? Thats on my list as well.

Welcome to the forum! Lets see some pics!

Do they even make a psx24w in HID?

Winston Salem, North Carolina

Looking at a bug deflector and window visors, stumbled across an auction on ebay where a guy was selling a combo of AVS bug shield and window visors that were used on a showroom vehicle. They sold the vehicle and took these off. Put all new 3M tape and all mounting hardware for the big deflector is included. I won the auction for $55.00. Looks like my first appearance mod is going to work out fine. In store are LED conversion for interior lights, footwell "accent" lighting, nightshaded tails. Also picking up some weathertech floor mats and a rear cargo area mat, door sill guards.....this things going to eat me alive....lol

We dont keep them past 5 years. Plus, this one still has the new car smell!!

Bought our 2013 SXT from Carmax, used, 10,000 miles. The 09 we bought from a Dodge dealer, though it was a trade in, not new. I refuse to buy a vehicle new. Let someone else eat the depreciation.

There is a recall for bad harness in the door which causes many power window problems. We had similar issues with our 09, windows wont got down, or when down would not go back up, door locks sometimes work, sometimes not. It was all repaired at no charge by the dealer. Remind them there is a recall on this issue with the 09 models.

Welcome to the forum. I just joined myself yesterday.

Brakes are a given these days with manufacturers trying to reduce weight wherever they can. Our 09 had warped front rotors by 15k. The fronts were replaced under warranty and by 20k were warped again and the back brakes started giving issues as well. Knowing that returning to the dealer would result in more premature failure as they just replace factory junk with more factory junk, I decided to replace everything myself with quality aftermarket rotors and ceramic pads. When we traded it in last weekend it had 80,000 miles and never had any more brake trouble after I replaced the factory junk. During the 5 years we owned it, besides the brakes, the only other issues were the door switch recall,(no charge) and the ac compressor went out and an alternator failed. All covered by an extended warranty we purchased, which paid for itself. I consider these issues normal and not out of the ordinary maintenance/repair items on a vehicle approaching 100,000 miles. We were very happy with the 09, aside from the anemic engine. It never left us stranded. That played a big part in our decision to get another one. First time we have ever traded for the same model. All vehicle manufacturers have some flaw in one form or another. Bashing an entire product line because of one bad model experience is not fair.

OK. I think I got it. Just used to be able to post the link directly in the text area.

Hello all, justr found this place today. Just traded our 09 SE for a 2013 SXT. What a difference. Looking forward to learning a lot about this new vehicle. Onvce I figure out how to attach pics, I'll post them. Normally I copy the "img" tag from my photobucket, but that does not seem to work.