Summer Solstice

Second set came in 2 days early, arriving this past Tuesday. First though, a final thought on the Oxilam 80000L high and low beam set. After receiving the next set, and using them for a day, I wanted to compare the pattern. While putting the Oxilam low beams back in, 1 bulb would not work. That solidified the decision to send them back. Shipped, refunded, done. On to the next test. 2nd set arrived Tuesday and were installed that night. Fahren Termitor 9005 / 9006. 60000LM. Installed with no issues except getting the bulb exact in the mount. A bit off and the right side would be much lower. A test proved the Oxilam did the same. A couple of times and they have been steady since. The light pattern is much more precise then the Oxilam, with a smooth top cutoff border and discernible points on the road. Not quite as bright as the Oxilam but 6500k with excellent projection down the road. Distance and pattern are likely close to good quality, upgraded OEM. Kick on the high beams and distance clarity is excellent. The bad is that these also flicker. When the vehicle is off, there is no discernible flicker on the white garage door. When the vehicle is running, the flicker is light but is detectable. Not noticeable when driving and difficult to detect when sitting behind someone. As the return window is open till January, I am going to use the included contact information about CANBUS harnesses. I like the lights and want to give the company a chance to address it. I could live with them as is but I would rather fix the problem. Will update as available.

I have put weight in the back of my FWD 2016 and it did make a noticeable difference. Tire condition is crucial on the Journey, especially on the rear of a FWD. That is from experience. 🙄

Next set will be delivered Thursday.

2016 Dodge Journey R/T 3.6 Engine Finally decided to change out the original bulbs. Old, dim, yellow. I can relate. First try, Oxilam 80000L high and low beam set from Amazon. Put in just the low beams and drove for one week. They fit perfect. Light is 6500k. Pattern is excellent. They are much brighter than what they replaced. I would estimate 2-3 times brighter than new OEM. No issues with other drivers. But, they flicker. Not noticeable on the road but sitting still in the driveway facing the garage it is very noticeable. May also be getting worse. After a week, put in the high beams. Same. Given these were purchased thru Amazon, I will not delay in returning them. I also won't invite delay contacting the company. Shame as the light pattern and brightness is excellent. I will update when I try the next brand.

Absolutely check the thermostat and coolant temp. I just had the thermostat on a 2016 3.6 changed that had been sticking for a couple of years. Engine never went past 185 in cooler weather and the heat was lack luster. What a difference 10 degrees makes. The engine warms up to full temp in 1/4 of the time it used to take it to get to 185.

My experience with gas mileage is the same 2late4u. It is also the same with shifting. A perk is rare but does occur when slowing down and then suddenly reaccelerating. It is rare and can be mostly avoided but it does happen under those circumstances. It is as if the trans has to think about it for a second

Take a small diameter piece of flexible hose or line and duct tape it to the end of a vacuum hose. You might get lucky and snag something that way. Even if all you got was debris, at least you would know that there is contamination. I bought a very inexpensive bore scope on-line many years ago. Reads to a phone. Adequate for simple things like this.

^^^ What they said. Other than that, start by scanning for codes. If you are replacing parts, you can use a scanner, and they are inexpensive. If you are replacing multiple parts, it is likely cheaper to pay for a proper diagnostic and know exactly what the problem is.

Have to wonder if you have an intermittent connection on a connector you would have taken off to change injectors or plugs? A plug not firing would cause fuel to remain unburned. Sometimes the alcohol content may run high and needs to be reset. That takes the correct equipment.

The thumb drive needs to be FAT32 and the files need to be mp3. Sounds like you are already there but need to verify.

Start by checking your oil and coolant levels. Also, using a good light, scan the outside of the engine for evidence of fluid leaks.

Prior experience, on other domestic brands, has convinced me that, when it comes to sensors, OEM is the only way. Eliminates the trial and error.

I have just completed my 60 mile, round trip drive, in the " bomb cyclone of the century " here in SE MI. '16 FWD, 6cyc. First test on new all season tires. I was a bit apprehensive as the tires have been a bit disappointing in wet conditions. They exceeded my expectations and the drive was fine. Speed was reduced accordingly and the drive was 10 extra mins max. This is the 3rd set of tires on this vehicle. Tires are absolutely critical on the DJ as it isn't the best vehicle I have had for the snow but tires make all the difference in the world. I also had it aligned a few months ago and the air pressure is correct. A couple of other things I have experienced is DO NOT put your best tires on the front and substandard on the back with FWD. I also add weight to the back and that makes substantial difference in the FWD vehicle. I don't have it in yet this year and only add it for storms. This will be the 5th winter for this vehicle. It is what it is but proper maintenance and driving skill make a difference. I would not want to exceed the vehicle capabilities and have to recover it as it is not the best weight distribution.

Look underneath the car, dead center. There is a silver colored heat shield that wraps over the exhaust and beneath the floor. If this comes loose, it will flap and rattle against the floor and sound like the storage bins are loose. It is held in place by 6 or 8 studs and nuts and can tear loose easily if something contacts it. It can be extremely loud and annoying.

First thought would be to pull the fuse for the blue tooth module. Your phone still works but it's the simplest to try first. Second would be to disconnect the battery for 15 minutes and reset everything, jut like rebooting a computer. This often will correct a multitude of gremlins. Worth a try.