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Ahh. I agree that this is a negative situation, but these kinds of things happen everywhere. Whats really bugging me is why didn't Rob Wolchek (reporter/moral officer) go to the police with video after a day or two? He could've run the story after. Guess he's not much different than the people he reports on. lol.. ....And no!! I don't drink or toke when I work. I save it for my time off :blink:

Actually, first year new models are notorious for having issues thus you get a better warranty (tranny). After all they are the first of their kind out in the real world in real conditions. I waited for a '10 hoping most of the bugs were worked out. With the exception of brakes everything has been minor.

I think I've figured it out. The other day I was driving beside a newer Audi or Volvo (was dark) suv and noticed he had side marker lights in the same spot as the mysterious wheel well holes on the journeys. I think its Dodge's cheapa** way of adding this feature.

Just got my 2010 journey sxt back from dealership for a second time in less than 2 months. In July, the dealer replaced front pads and rotors because I had some bad vibrations @ 16,000kms. All was good til about 2 weeks ago. Noticed a pumping feel in the brake pedal when stopping. Took it in last week and they replaced rear pads and rotors and balanced and rotated all 4 wheels @ 19,939kms. All work was under warranty. Everything feels silky smooth now. Just a pain to not have transportation for a day each time although I took time off work and spent it with my kid. :D Anyway was talking to service rep and mentioned I was part of an online forum and he suggested I post the Chrysler Customer Service number. I called today to document my frustration (in a nice way, bees and honey and all that) with the premature brake wear. He gave me a reference # with which to cite if/when I have brake problems again and they would take it case by case on costs. He mentioned that Chrysler reads and listens to all complaints and if they had enough would probably do a recall or something. So here is the number: 1-800-465-2001 Canada and US If you find yourself having issues with your brakes or anything, call. Who knows maybe we can get them to acknowledge a brake issue!

If its in writting that it should've had something but then you got nothing, why not complain and get something of equivalent value? Rubber mats, bug deflector, window deflectors, undercoating, oil changes, couple hundred knocked off price ETC

Why bother? I asked the service rep about warranty. He said the pilar stickers are 3 years. Just get them to replace.

True. Feels like paper and rubber mix if its possible.

More info is needed. When do you notice it? Where is it coming from? Is it hot/cold/raining/snowing? Are you searching for the elusive giant octopus?

Yes AWD will consume just a little more. But remember you're doing 90% stop and go in the city. Your numbers seem good for your first month. After about 10K you should see a slight decrease in consumption.

You can pretty much fill the journey with whatever gas/petrol your budget allows. As for the performance, you won't really notice a difference unless you do longhaul driving.

The antenna is pretty flexible. Instead of buying a "stubby", consider getting another OEM as a backup replacement in case anything happens to the original. Must be a really old building to have that low clearance.

Check with your dealership. They may have an flash update for the tranny rough shift.

Sounds about right. Remember you got the full parts coverage AND oil changes for the term. Althouogh they say its free, oil changes are what drives the price up. As for the rental, it won't take effect until its at the dealership for at least 24 hours (day) unless the car is undriveable then its immediate. All in all, get the extended cause you never know.

Your comment contributes nothing to the forum topic. If you hate Dodge so much, don't buy one! This isn't a Dodge vs Ford vs Toyota etc. site.

Not 100% but I think you have to pry/pull the trim around the center console to access the screws that hold the components in. Seems most of this car is snapped together.

Do you by any chance have a sunroof? AC drainage is outside the car not in. Could be a sunroof drain clog. see "wet drivers footwell" post.

They are VERY dim... actually don't know why it was an option in the conv. group. They aren't very handy for anything. Only way to see them is in the dark...pitch black!

I doubt thats the reason. Chrysler puts Nitrogen in all new car tires. Most of the quick lube places don't have that equipment. If they were to top up with air then it would be their fault if anything happened- not that anything would unless you have a higher air/nitrogen content in 1 or more tires, that tires pressure would just be fluctuating more with the temps. If the car is still under warranty take it to a dealership and have them top it up for free.

Can't find the receipt at the moment (go figure) but I gave them a symptom- that it was hard shifting 2nd to 3rd. Told me there was a software update for tranny. After the flash, much smoother shifts.

I've got the 3rd row. I'll take a look after the wife gets home. Usually you can pull the seat cushion up or there might be a screw or two where the seat and back cushion meet. Or ask your kid to reach in and feel for it, since his wrists are much smaller.

Did you end up opening it up? Just curious to know whats in there. I'm hurtin' to put my 12" Kickers somewhere. Mind you, it does sound nice and balanced stock. I have a 2010 SXT with the REQ radio.

If the noise changes with your RPM then its a ground issue. You might just have a loose connection behind the radio. good luck.

That sounds more like a dealer offer. I'd talk to the salesperson about that offer and whether you should be entitled to it. I remember seeing an ad in the paper from a local dealer who also offered an ipad a couple weeks back.

you sure the driver isn't just hitting the lever with his shoe or pants? It is in a pretty crummy spot. Too close to your legs.

The ECO notification is to tell you you are driving in the most efficient way, usually when you are just cruising barely touching the gas pedal. I've got the V6 SXT '10 and its pretty easy to get it to light. From what I was told/surmised, the V4 has to work a little harder to pull this heavy vehicle thus you may not see the ECO light up unless you're going downhill with the wind at your back . :rolleyes: Up until I hit 10-11,000Kms, I was getting about 16-17Liter/100km whereas now @ 16,000kms I get 12L/100kms. A recent highway roadtrip (520 kilometers) had the journey @ 9.7L/100kms which was the lowest i'd seen. As for your window 'trick'.. On the key FOB press door unlock once then again and hold it on the second press. The front windows should come down until you release the button.