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Armando G

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    Armando G got a reaction from rognvaldr in Dodge journey ownership experience   
    So you bought a USED car, I assume you did not take it in to get inspected by a reliable mechanic, had issues that clearly could of been caught before the purchase, bought the car anyway, and now you're blaming Dodge?!?!
    Dodge doesn't control how the previous owner maintained it. Dodge didn't tell you to buy a car without fully inspecting it. Blame whomever sold you the car. Blame yourself for not doing your due diligence before buying it. Hell, did you even look under the car before buying it? You might of seen the leak at that point!
    Otherwise, I have a perfect VHS player for sale... crystal clear picture. 
     
    Welcome to the forum 
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    Armando G reacted to OhareFred in Brighter Reverse lights   
    only took 3 years, but now we know....
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    Armando G reacted to jkeaton in Brighter Reverse lights   
    You don't say?
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    Armando G got a reaction from jkeaton in Merry Christmas DJ Forum...   
    With some members already celebrating Christmas and some of us almost there... just wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas. Hopefully your DJ is running smoothly and everyone can focus on some family time. We're almost through this crazy 2020.
    Enjoy everyone...???
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    Armando G got a reaction from John/Horace in Merry Christmas DJ Forum...   
    With some members already celebrating Christmas and some of us almost there... just wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas. Hopefully your DJ is running smoothly and everyone can focus on some family time. We're almost through this crazy 2020.
    Enjoy everyone...???
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    Armando G reacted to jkeaton in Merry Christmas DJ Forum...   
    Merry Christmas!
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    Armando G reacted to 2late4u in Merry Christmas DJ Forum...   
    Merry Christmas to you and all our members
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    Armando G got a reaction from 2late4u in Hard start   
    I know the battery was just replaced, but just to check some of the basics, check the grounding connection. You may want to make sure you have a good connection at the ground (not the battery end) with no corrosion or crud. My old truck went through this and after cleaning it really well, it started with no issues. 
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    Armando G reacted to OhareFred in 2012 Dodge Journey SE - Total shut down while driving   
    Perplexing.  I know not much help but your not the only one scratching their head.
     
    I’d start at the battery, clean and tighten the connections   I know it’s a bit of a PIA, but not as bad as changing the plugs.  Then check the connections at the power supply box.  Maybe swap the starter relay and see what happens.
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    Armando G got a reaction from jkeaton in Oil Change Reminder = CEL?   
    Most likely not related. If you get your oil changed, they will most likely have a reader and read the codes for you. If you are more of a DIY type of person and do your own oil change, I would suggest buying a reader. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from OhareFred in Oil Change Reminder = CEL?   
    Most likely not related. If you get your oil changed, they will most likely have a reader and read the codes for you. If you are more of a DIY type of person and do your own oil change, I would suggest buying a reader. 
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    Armando G reacted to 2late4u in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    over the yr with my 2011 and now my 2014 journey i replaced all the battery's that i had to except this last time, the shop said they would install it for $10. i said okay, like I really didnt care all the while thinking quick jump on this before he changes his mind....,LOL guess i am getting old.....BUT i did stand there and watched him to make sure there wasn't any problems or mishaps
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    Armando G got a reaction from larryl in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    Bottom line... if you are going to do this, do it the right way. If you go from the top, there is more to remove than just the fuse box. This might cause more damage and time then jacking the car up and breaking a $0.05 plastic clip. You should probably clean both terminals if you believe that is the cause (tender not really needed). Before putting the tire back, try jumping it and if it doesn't work, you are ready to replace the battery. If it does work, don't put it back completely and run to get the battery and alternator tested. If they say it's the battery, well now you are familiar on how to switch it. 
    I've tried enough shortcuts to know its better to do it the right way. Totally up to you though. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from Bignosedog in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    @Bignosedog, yeah that is a good feeling... you're a top dog when you get the Family car fixed. Little grease under the finger nails and maybe a scratch here and there (I digress).
     
    Anyway, glad it all worked out and you did it right. Now go enjoy your DJ!!!
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    Armando G reacted to Bignosedog in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    There are no shortcuts in life.  Problem resolved.  I ended up taking the wheel off and cleaning the heck out of that terminal.  This time the jump start worked.  Yay!  I got the alternator and battery checked and both came back fine so I think that one rusted clamp was the cause.  Though I've become closer to my Dodge from working on it I will say this is the first time I've owned a car where they've "hidden" the battery and I will never take for granted how easy it is to clean a terminal on most cars.  My family is mobile again and it cost me nothing so I am not complaining.  Thank you all for your help and for anyone who may read this thread down the road my advice is take the tire off, use a screw driver to lift the center part of the POP rivets and pull that rod out and you can pry the "Molly" part out and reuse them without them damaged.  Also, if you still have power steering working you can turn the wheel and remove the panel with the wheel still on.  If you are just cleaning a terminal this may give you enough space but if you are replacing the battery that wheel has to come off.  I'm no mechanic but I have to say having my daughter and wife thank me and overhearing my wife brag about me sure felt pretty damn good!  It's like I got a Gold Star on my Man Card.  Thank you all once again for your help and for anyone else coming down the road and reading this it might be a hassle but it's really more just time than anything.  Take your car to a battery place afterwards and they'll check your alternator and battery for free and for those who have AAA I guess they can come out and test them as well.

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    Armando G got a reaction from Locosiete in New to the Journey, NOT to Dodge/Chry   
    Agreed. I would suggest not getting a junkyard trannie.
    Good luck, let us know how it goes. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from 2late4u in Limp Mode?   
    Hopefully it's not the same as my situation, but I had the same symptoms back in October of last year and ended up having to replace the transmission (i was still under warranty). I received that code and a couple others after limping home twice at about 30MPH and it took the dealership about 2 weeks to make the determination. It was a bit of an ugly fight. From what I understood, the transmission was failing and causing that code, and after they changed the sensor it actually got worse. If you are not happy with them, see if a local transmission shop will take a look. 
     
    Good luck
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    Armando G reacted to jkeaton in Uconnect Problems   
    Trying to hit the record button at the same time as the song started.....
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    Armando G got a reaction from OhareFred in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    Bottom line... if you are going to do this, do it the right way. If you go from the top, there is more to remove than just the fuse box. This might cause more damage and time then jacking the car up and breaking a $0.05 plastic clip. You should probably clean both terminals if you believe that is the cause (tender not really needed). Before putting the tire back, try jumping it and if it doesn't work, you are ready to replace the battery. If it does work, don't put it back completely and run to get the battery and alternator tested. If they say it's the battery, well now you are familiar on how to switch it. 
    I've tried enough shortcuts to know its better to do it the right way. Totally up to you though. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from 2late4u in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    Bottom line... if you are going to do this, do it the right way. If you go from the top, there is more to remove than just the fuse box. This might cause more damage and time then jacking the car up and breaking a $0.05 plastic clip. You should probably clean both terminals if you believe that is the cause (tender not really needed). Before putting the tire back, try jumping it and if it doesn't work, you are ready to replace the battery. If it does work, don't put it back completely and run to get the battery and alternator tested. If they say it's the battery, well now you are familiar on how to switch it. 
    I've tried enough shortcuts to know its better to do it the right way. Totally up to you though. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from Bignosedog in Shortcuts to Clean Battery Terminals?   
    Bottom line... if you are going to do this, do it the right way. If you go from the top, there is more to remove than just the fuse box. This might cause more damage and time then jacking the car up and breaking a $0.05 plastic clip. You should probably clean both terminals if you believe that is the cause (tender not really needed). Before putting the tire back, try jumping it and if it doesn't work, you are ready to replace the battery. If it does work, don't put it back completely and run to get the battery and alternator tested. If they say it's the battery, well now you are familiar on how to switch it. 
    I've tried enough shortcuts to know its better to do it the right way. Totally up to you though. 
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    Armando G reacted to jkeaton in Battery   
    Thanks for your input. Good luck with your next vehicle. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from jkeaton in 2014 journey 2.4l turns over but wont start   
    Yes Google can help, searching this forum can help, a mechanic can help. You need to give more info if you want more help. 
    Start here...
     
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    Armando G got a reaction from jkeaton in Help with motor   
    With the engine covered under the 5 yr/50k powertrain warranty, have you taken it in to your local dealer?  Your car is 3 years old at most so you shouldn't be having these issues. Let them figure it out... and pay for it. 
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    Armando G got a reaction from jkeaton in Battery   
    Will that take into account figuring out where to move it to and moving it there? You're getting rid of it anyways... it's been real, good luck on your square wheel thing. 
    Not sure if your only reason to joining the forum was to complain, but that's a bigger waste of time than replacing your battery. Moving on to real posts...
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