redtomatoman

I checked all solutions, had the dealership here go over all the wiring and grounds.  It was 2 hours in they checked the so called by dealerships new alternator. I was told it was a new part and waited for it to be put in.  The dealership took ownership of the issue thankfully and its been replaced.  I had to replace battery in key fob as soon as I turned it on but that's the only message to pop up so far.  My opinion was based on a lie from the dealership, as if I'd known it wasn't new alt I'd have replaced it asap. Bc out was dead in my yard I had to make sure it wasn't something simple before I had to pay for a tow and shop to fix it.  I was also going to take all costs of fixing it before knowing the dealership had been dishonest in the sale. I get where you're coming from.... but if you feel this post was a waste of your time you didn't have to read or reply. I read each post and brought all of it as possibilities to the mechanic... not that I should feel defensive about asking about the reliability based on what my experience has been this far.  Hopefully my opinion can improve now that I can actually drive it around. 

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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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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I have heard of this code coming up with a wrong oil filter or inserting the correct oil filter into the engine backwards.   Simple things to check if you're not sure about those things.   The oil filter was changed for the 3.6 in 2013 or 2014, I think.  Similar but slightly different...  You could try a mopar filter if yours is another brand to see if that fixes your problem as well.   That's as much as I've got on this.  Good luck. 
 
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I have heard of this code coming up with a wrong oil filter or inserting the correct oil filter into the engine backwards.   Simple things to check if you're not sure about those things.   The oil filter was changed for the 3.6 in 2013 or 2014, I think.  Similar but slightly different...  You could try a mopar filter if yours is another brand to see if that fixes your problem as well.   That's as much as I've got on this.  Good luck. 
 
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Is there nothing that the seller will do to help you make this right?  If not, here's my advice...
You sound like you know your way around a car, but if you're going to keep it, you should involve a mechanic to independently work on the car so the seller doesn't say you caused the problem.  You should pay your mechanic and recoup the repair bill from the seller.  Good luck.
 
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Is there nothing that the seller will do to help you make this right?  If not, here's my advice...
You sound like you know your way around a car, but if you're going to keep it, you should involve a mechanic to independently work on the car so the seller doesn't say you caused the problem.  You should pay your mechanic and recoup the repair bill from the seller.  Good luck.
 
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I would return this DJ.  I have 80K miles on my 2011.  These are great cars.  Sounds like the one you have has been abused or damaged in some way.  Good luck.  
 
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I would return this DJ.  I have 80K miles on my 2011.  These are great cars.  Sounds like the one you have has been abused or damaged in some way.  Good luck.  
 
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The temperature is set mostly by the thermostat,  I think...
 
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I want to preface...  I'm not a mechanic.   Why not just replace those wires rather than using the repaired ones?  Eliminate the easy stuff.  At least you'll know for sure if they are the problem.   Maybe there is some sort of damage that you can't see, but acts up when hot after a restart.  It seems to me that these new cars have tons of sensors and who knows when those sensors talk to the ECM.  Maybe a hot restart alerts the computer to a problem, and it goes into limp mode.  Clearly I don't know what your problem is.  Just trying to help.   
 
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I want to preface...  I'm not a mechanic.   Why not just replace those wires rather than using the repaired ones?  Eliminate the easy stuff.  At least you'll know for sure if they are the problem.   Maybe there is some sort of damage that you can't see, but acts up when hot after a restart.  It seems to me that these new cars have tons of sensors and who knows when those sensors talk to the ECM.  Maybe a hot restart alerts the computer to a problem, and it goes into limp mode.  Clearly I don't know what your problem is.  Just trying to help.   
 
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Just disconnect the negative terminal on the battery for 15 minutes to reset the uconnect system. I had this happen once, the reset fixed it.
Good luck.
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Here's one that turned out great.
 
 

Here's one that turned out great.
 
 

As long as its cooled down and it still has coolant, just start it up in the morning and drive straight the mechanic shop.  I think you'll likely be fine.   
BUT, check the oil to make sure it isn't light brown and frothy, coolant in your oil can mean head gasket failure.   I wouldn't want to run the engine in that condition.  If that's the case, you may want to get a tow.  Hopefully others will chime in.  I'm not a mechanic.  Good luck. 
 
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Try a little de-icer or oil on the moving part of the wiper motor.  Maybe it is as simple as moisture freezing the motor in place.  I tried to look at my DJ, but I can't really see where the motor is because it's under the cowl.  I think it's the center (passenger) wiper.  Dunno.  Something to try.  This problem may take some diagnosis in cold weather by unhooking the wiper assembly to see if the cold motor turns or if something in the assembly is the problem.  Good luck.  
 
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Try a little de-icer or oil on the moving part of the wiper motor.  Maybe it is as simple as moisture freezing the motor in place.  I tried to look at my DJ, but I can't really see where the motor is because it's under the cowl.  I think it's the center (passenger) wiper.  Dunno.  Something to try.  This problem may take some diagnosis in cold weather by unhooking the wiper assembly to see if the cold motor turns or if something in the assembly is the problem.  Good luck.  
 
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Leave the chip out.  Drive it for a few days and do a hard battery disconnect reset again.  No disrespect, but the 2.4 has no hidden performance.   The chip isn't going to unleash anything positive.   It probably will continue to unleash more lights, problems, and gremlins.  My advice is to leave the chip out permanently.   

Leave the chip out.  Drive it for a few days and do a hard battery disconnect reset again.  No disrespect, but the 2.4 has no hidden performance.   The chip isn't going to unleash anything positive.   It probably will continue to unleash more lights, problems, and gremlins.  My advice is to leave the chip out permanently.   

Leave the chip out.  Drive it for a few days and do a hard battery disconnect reset again.  No disrespect, but the 2.4 has no hidden performance.   The chip isn't going to unleash anything positive.   It probably will continue to unleash more lights, problems, and gremlins.  My advice is to leave the chip out permanently.   

As was mentioned by NavalLacrosse, scratching is the main concern.  Another concern is the frequency and potency of detergents that your paint will be exposed to.   Even if you wash weekly,  that's 52 washes a year.  That's a lot!  Monthly washes should be sufficient,  imo.  If you're concerned about salt, get an undercarriage wash every few days, a monthly wash, and call it good.  I'd up the waxing schedule to every 2 months if you are constantly washing the car in this program.   
 
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As was mentioned by NavalLacrosse, scratching is the main concern.  Another concern is the frequency and potency of detergents that your paint will be exposed to.   Even if you wash weekly,  that's 52 washes a year.  That's a lot!  Monthly washes should be sufficient,  imo.  If you're concerned about salt, get an undercarriage wash every few days, a monthly wash, and call it good.  I'd up the waxing schedule to every 2 months if you are constantly washing the car in this program.   
 
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So this happened once?  Or lots of times?  It won't start at all?  Or there is a significant delay and you have to attempt starting the DJ multiple times?  I think we need more info...
My DJ will sometimes have a stiff brake pedal as it's not my daily driver, but I just push harder and it has starts just fine.  As soon as it starts, the pedal lowers and feels just fine.  A hard brake pedal has not been an issue that I've seen on this forum.  
 
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^^^  this.
 
I have had very few probs with my 2011, but recently I had a total transmission failure.  I had a check engine light and no other symptoms that I could tell.   Dunno.  Get it checked if you think the tranny may be the culprit here...
 
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