DavidT Posted January 15, 2018 Report Share Posted January 15, 2018 Yesterday on my way to church, my 2009 Dodge Journey engine started rattling, engine light came on, and died in the street. I had it towed and the mechanic told me that cylinder 4 has no compression and there is a rattle below the cylinder head. I was informed that I need a new engine now. I called Dodge and they told me there is nothing they can do because I'm outside of the warranty window. I NEED HELP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted January 15, 2018 Report Share Posted January 15, 2018 Well, if the engine is toast, then you need a new engine. Nothing we can do here to help with that. How many miles are on it? Did you run it out of oil or coolant? Did they say what caused it? You are definitely outside your warranty period. Either get a replacement engine, rebuild the one you have (if possible) or sell it for scrap and buy another car. Armando G 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armando G Posted January 15, 2018 Report Share Posted January 15, 2018 Engine replacement, probably about $3000-$3500 if you buy used. If it is a rattle you may get away with getting the rods fixed/replaced (if there is no further damage). I would find out why they say you need a new engine...is it because they don't want to try to fix it, or because you can't fix the problem. Engine shop should be able to give you more information and tell you if it is repairable. How many miles are on the vehicle? How is the condition of the rest of it? This would determine your next step, junk or repair. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhareFred Posted January 15, 2018 Report Share Posted January 15, 2018 If you are the original owner 09 had a lifetime powertrain warranty. You had to take it to the dealer every 5 years for a “checkup” but that’s it. Again, non-transferable, original owner only... jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryl Posted January 15, 2018 Report Share Posted January 15, 2018 You most likely need a new engine the scrap yards have a few you should be able to get a decent one jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 full coverage insurance a deserted road and a can of gas with a match and a getaway car i guess..... larryl and N87 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 Guess we will never know. larryl 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhareFred Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 One post wonder.... jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty256 Posted January 18, 2018 Report Share Posted January 18, 2018 thought those 2.4 world engines where pretty bullet proof. guess h must of neglected it or did not change oil or check the level . jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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