redtomatoman

Yeah,  'mericans are pretty dense.  Sadly, those 'mericans don't seem to have any trouble figuring out how to buy ammo to reload their 9mm guns...
LOL
 
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Yeah,  'mericans are pretty dense.  Sadly, those 'mericans don't seem to have any trouble figuring out how to buy ammo to reload their 9mm guns...
LOL
 
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Welcome.  The 2.4 is anemic but quite reliable.  Don't try to get anywhere fast.  
 
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Ok.  Roof racks are good.  Hitch racks are good too.  If you want a roof rack, you should have one.  I have roof racks on my R/T.  It didn't come with roof rails from the factory.   I had a local accessory shop install roof rails to which I attached yakima towers and crossbars.   They are great.   I can't carry my surfboard on a hitch rack, so my roof setup is great.  My advice is to not attempt any roof rack without roof rails.  
 
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Wait...  So you were at the dealer with a check engine light on, and you didn't have them check it?  Just because some ding ding at the counter said it would cost $75?  Am I missing something here?  Is the DJ under warranty?  I can't figure how it wouldn't be.  If so, the dealer has a responsibility to diagnose that check engine light.  It may be something that will leave you stranded and endanger you and the family.   They do need your consent to diagnose the light.  Give them your consent, get a loaner,  and make FCA deal with your engine light.   It's pretty simple.  I shall stand corrected if the situation is not this simple.  
 
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Wait...  So you were at the dealer with a check engine light on, and you didn't have them check it?  Just because some ding ding at the counter said it would cost $75?  Am I missing something here?  Is the DJ under warranty?  I can't figure how it wouldn't be.  If so, the dealer has a responsibility to diagnose that check engine light.  It may be something that will leave you stranded and endanger you and the family.   They do need your consent to diagnose the light.  Give them your consent, get a loaner,  and make FCA deal with your engine light.   It's pretty simple.  I shall stand corrected if the situation is not this simple.  
 
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Just saw this.  Steve.  We talked about this...  Don't be a hater.   Concentrate on getting your car repaired.  Please log onto your favorite honda forum.  You'll be a star there.   

The 2011 DJ had undersized calipers and a known problem of rotor warpage.  If yours is a later year it would probably be fine.
 
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First, pair another phone to be sure it isn't some problem in your phone internally.  If you're convinced it's not your phone, I suggest you borrow another phone or video device to make a video of the problem as it occurs.   It probably won't be convenient to get this video, but be sure to include any screen messages and show multiple uconnect screens that demonstrate that your phone is not connected.  After that, show it to your dealer service folks.  The other option is to spend some time on a test drive with the service manager demonstrating the problem. If they don't have a fix, I would politely demand they replace your bluetooth module to see if that fixes the problem.  That's what I'd do...
 
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I get a bad feeling about the transmission.   If I were you, I'd have a look in the transmission pan to see if there are any metal shavings.   If not, then I'd start down the sensor route.  I hope I'm wrong, but it seems like these DJ transmissions are beginning to go bad on a number of vehicles.  Mine did...
 
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Glad to hear!  I hope you get some resolution for the early transmission failure.  
 
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I did mine at 5 years.  Per the manual...

Ok.  Steve.  Maybe it wouldn't have made any difference what your dipstick told you.  Cars have problems sometimes.   My transmission also failed at 77K.  There were no symptoms.  I had it serviced by the dealer at 60K miles.   It was replaced under my lifetime warranty.   Yes.  I'm pissed at chrysler.  Will these transmissions begin dropping like flies?  Dunno.  Time will tell.  Don't be a hater.  It's so unbecoming.   At least don't do it here. You'll likely get more likes on a honda forum.  Here you'll find as much DJ help as we can provide through a forum.  
 
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Just saw this.  Steve.  We talked about this...  Don't be a hater.   Concentrate on getting your car repaired.  Please log onto your favorite honda forum.  You'll be a star there.   

Just saw this.  Steve.  We talked about this...  Don't be a hater.   Concentrate on getting your car repaired.  Please log onto your favorite honda forum.  You'll be a star there.   

Ok.  Steve.  Maybe it wouldn't have made any difference what your dipstick told you.  Cars have problems sometimes.   My transmission also failed at 77K.  There were no symptoms.  I had it serviced by the dealer at 60K miles.   It was replaced under my lifetime warranty.   Yes.  I'm pissed at chrysler.  Will these transmissions begin dropping like flies?  Dunno.  Time will tell.  Don't be a hater.  It's so unbecoming.   At least don't do it here. You'll likely get more likes on a honda forum.  Here you'll find as much DJ help as we can provide through a forum.  
 
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Just saw this.  Steve.  We talked about this...  Don't be a hater.   Concentrate on getting your car repaired.  Please log onto your favorite honda forum.  You'll be a star there.   

Reliability is a delusion.  All cars have problems with nearly equal frequency.  All dealerships have service departments.   Appointments aren't generally necessary for cars without problems...  And, no, it's not all maintenance appointments.   
Good luck with your next honda, honestly. 
 
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This happened to me.  My transmission was found to have metal shavings in the fluid.  I got a check engine light,  but mine was working and shifting fine for the short amount of time that I drove it while taking it to the dealer.  Dodge diagnosed a complete transmission failure and replaced the entire transmission.   I have the lifetime max warranty,  so maybe that had some effect.  My understanding is that metal shavings indicate impending major transmission issues.  Good luck.  
 
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The short answer is no...  The only way to improve the DJ with the 2.4 is to trade it in for a 3.6.  Realize that the 2.4 is a good little engine that could.  My wife has a compass with the 2.4.  It will do everything we ask it, but not fast.  Not impressed with the mpg, either.  Getting around 24 mpg combined.  Not terrible, but not worth the sacrifice in power.  The 3.6 does almost as well with mpg and has plenty of power.  The 2.4 is for folks that shop with price as the main objective...
 
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Preface:  I'm not a mechanic.
Use a volt meter to check the ground on your battery to ensure it's good.  Honestly, I'm not sure where the DJ battery is grounded, but any resistance in ground can cause some electrical issues.  Clean the terminals if they need it.  If all that stuff is good, the next cheap thing to do is replace the battery cables.  
Is there any pattern or triggers that you can identify?
 
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I believe that larryl is referring to the engine battery.  Check it or change it.  That may be the problem as these cars are quite sensitive to voltage.   Sounds like you have potentially identified the issue: the alarm/panic system.  Doubt the fob battery was causative.   Report back when you figure it out.  These electronic gremlins may require the dealer service center...  Good luck.  
 
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first off i would defiantly got to a different dealership for  repairs, i was first thinking of the catalytic converter myself reading your post i had one go bad on my mustang and my sons camaro  had one go bad but if its getting plugged up it will quickly not let the engine even start. as i said try a different dealership and keep track of your paperwork to prove  your problems good luck

Most definitely take it to a different dealer.
 
I recently posted to another thread about my experience between two dealers. In summary, the dealer I bought the vehicle from will never see my shadow in the door again. The dealer that I use now has impressed me more than once, even on the little things. There is no comparison.
 
What you are experiencing is NOT normal. The dealer that you are currently working with is NOT fixing the problem. Your vehicle is still under warranty and has a serious issue that CAN be fixed by a competent dealer. In my case, when I sought out the second dealer, I did not even mention the first one. I wanted to test the second dealer and the integrity of the first one. The second dealer passed.
 
Speculation on what the problem is is moot at this point. The possibilities range from the simple to the complex. It does not matter. It is a warranty issue. You paid for that warranty. It is time for a return on that investment. Keep corporate involved. Be polite but firm. Give the new dealer a chance. You know what the vehicle should do and what it should not.
 
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I'm glad this worked out for you.  I'm also glad to see the seller bear responsibility.  If your experience is similar to mine, you'll enjoy the DJ.  Smooth, powerful, and lots of utility.  Best of luck to you...
 
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