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Cps crank position sensor worth $25ish dollars (use mopar or NTK brand) is a wear item that strands with no start issue; due now if still original. Heat vibration get to it, easy install item.   ETB electronic throttle body if original also good idea. Hitachi makes oem, Rockauto carries it. Minimal labour.   Tranny pan drop with new filter and fluid is good idea; atf+4 is semi synthetic and not expensive. Due now.   Coils can last life of car, change if cyclinder misfire and codes. Surpentine belts are urethane now, I wait for squealing at start up or signs of cracking. Some people go to platinum plugs, the correct hotter plug is copper and has very short change interval. Easy to get at, so copper is fine.

check your manual for the correct service sch, 

Our son-in-law’s 2016 Dodge Journey SXT has a 2.4 L L4 engine and has about 100,000 miles on the car.   I think I should change spark plugs, plug coils, serpentine belt, belt pulleys and PCV valve.  Also may need a coolant change.   Does anybody have any suggestions for the best aftermarket brands of parts in any missing service services?  He just had to replace the alternator.   Let me know and thanks!

first I have heard anyone talk about this problem ,,,actually had to go look at mine..looks like removing your coolant tank would be the best way to get access to the prop rod plastic grommet don't see what clips you are talking about,,,oh well maybe someone will have some ideas on what you need 

So I have 2 questions. The round prop rod grommet broke and I eventually bought a new one. Problem is the new one doesn't go on so easy! The bends in the rod at both ends keep the new grommet from sliding on. Also, It was some time ago but now I can't remember where the round grommet goes (clips) into frame. The clip to secure the rod is fine. It's just the round grommet. Thanks for any direction. 😁

The 2012 model forward, it's been done lots of times with just lights on dash. 3.5 model I'm not sure, but probably. Even in older awd jeeps (I had two) you can drop driveshaft and run in two wheel. The transfer case can just keep spinning with no load. Need to keep oil topped up to keep noise level low.   A good transmission shop can answer that question easily. Shaft drops in about 15 ish minutes. Awd is great in mud and snow but sometimes it takes vehicles of the road sooner. With awd disabled, the traction control and abs will be off line. So not as safe to drive, but ok as an emergency measure. Just don't ask a dealership to do it. The money lights have a purpose.

Are you sure I could drop the drive line and run it in two wheel drive? It looks like it’s connected directly to the transmission so gears are gonna turn in there and there’s not gonna be any fluid but I guess I don’t really care about that cause I’m replacing it right? But are you sure it won’t affect the transmission cause I would totally do that. I did drop that front plate you’re referring to and then my concern was that I only have two motor mounts holding the engine in there and I don’t know if that weight sagging like that is creating some pressure on the driveshaft because getting the driveshaft off has been proved not easy like it’s still up there because I thought for sure it would just drop, but it didn’t so it’s it’s obviously being held by some kind of pressure. It might be normal pressure or pressure I’ve created I’m not sure I do have the car up pretty high. I mean all the wheels are off the ground. And I know it wasn’t you. I  believe it was another person said that there were repair manuals. People have attached on here if there’s any info on what the heading titles might be or how to find them. I would appreciate it.

Thanks!!! It actually fixed itself anyway... I turned the radio off and on a few times... and magically, it started working!!!

Make sure it's well supported and as high in the air as possible. Truck stands and chunks of solid wood on ground if needed; concrete blocks get risky.   You have the loose donor unit; probably 75 ish pounds. It won't just drop on you; but the drive line will start to sag if not supported a bit. Some people drop the front sub frame; but on a rusty northern car can create more problems to deal with.   Holding the body up really well is important. Truck stands have the height and weight capacity.  Get a torch if possible for the exhaust bolts; anything cherry red comes loose without breaking or wrecking threads; new flange gaskets needed for reassembly later.   You could probably drop drive shaft and use car in two wheel mode until you get ready for the big job. Good luck; big learning experience.

Welcome to the forum to you way down in South America area!     IF this radio is the original to your car, the radio serial# and your cars' VIN # and proof of ownership info taken to a DODGE DEALERSHIP Parts Dept/or ServiceDept. can look that security code up for you. Unfortunately being now16 years old and the car being out of production for 6 years MAY present some info problems even at a dealership. GOOD LUCK!