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Congratulations on your purchase and welcome. The Magnuson-Moss Act http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuson-Moss_Warranty_Act provides the information that a company just off hand void your warranty if you've altered the vehicle from stock. It basically states if a company requires you to use only factory parts then they muct be provided for free (basically). SEMA http://www.sema.org/ works hard to make sure the aftermarket and the consumer aren't forced by manufacture warrantys to drive a vehicle as it left the lot. If this were the case dealers that modify vehicles would be voiding their company's warranty. Upgrading your wheel/tire set will do wonders to both looks and performance. You have to pay close attention with the Journey since they have specific fitments for wheels. Just ask what particular area you're looking at changing and I'm sure someone here will help. It really just takes common sense as to what you want to do.

I don't know if this has been mentioned but the rear defroster must tied into an exterior ambient tempature sensor because it comes on with remote start. I'm guessing since the mirrors are tied into the same circuit they come on as well. Dodge/Chrysler mini vans had a defroster grid under the front wipers would have been nice to have across the line (at least as an option).

I would agree pulling the fuse to check but the radio is probably fed from more than one power source. Also I'm not sure how long reserve power holds for the radio when the negative battery cable is disconnected but it's at least an hour. When I installed the K&N CAI. I had the battery disconnected that long doing the installation. The satellite receiver may not be outputting an audio signal but I'm not sure if it's powered separatly. I had an issue with Sirius but totally different than yours. I received a notice my service woud end after my 90 dy free trial from Sirius. I called them and asked why since a one year was included with the car by Dodge. Sirius Customer Service said the dealer would have to call to rectifiy this. They did cut the service but I went to my dealer and they called and had it turned back on (it took them almost an hour talking to Sirius).

First thing the dealer ,as you already know, is not being very helpful. I would contact the Dodge/Chrysler Regional office with the amount and length of the issues. Since your Journey has spent so much time are they providing a rental? A question on the radio does it turn off if you use the radio hard key (push button in the center of the rotary control). This does sound like a software issue and you should send a message to a member on here DodgeCares. They are a very helpful customer service. And I've had my radio/HVAC settings go to default after she had sat for several days due to sickness. It's only done it this one time but if it repeats I will go to the dealer. John_s the underhood fuse box is called power distribution center. The in cabin fuse box is located on the passenger side behind the glovebox. If you look under the dash on the far right side you'll see an access hole and the cover for the fuse box.

This is true if the OP's Mainstreet has the Alpine system. The non Alpine setup in the Mainstreet has the same layout (component locations) minus the sub in the cargo area. Also I don't know what the rating is on the amp for the non Alpine system. I would look at the speakers first for upgrade to more efficient ones. this in itself can make a world of difference in a factory system. Also since the HVAC controls are routed through the HU really limits what can be done for now. Thankfully the same systems are fitted to the Charger/300 so the aftermarket may deem it worthy to look at - though it won't be inexpensive. If you don't have the Alpine system or the 8.4" screen you can upgrade to these with better speakers. But make sure you have a dealer that can and is willing to scan the car to integrate the equipment.

The Pentastar doesn't have cylinder deactivation as far as I know or have read. Even Allpar's own source http://www.pentastars.com/ for info on the V6 makes no mention of it except it might be a feature in the future. They may have the review material mixed with that of the Durango's.

The steel wheels don't have as thick a hub flange as the alloy wheels is why the rotor center bore protrudes so noticeably. Before you swap back ,or rotate tires, measure the flange thickness of your steel and alloy wheels.

It may be that in your ,or similar, situation when the receiver isn't getting a response from any sensors it's programmed to not set a check system light but may store a trouble code. Though I do find it interesting it doesn't flash check monitors/system. Maybe it's similar to a TV not receiving a channel it blue screens.

Unless you use the remote start a lot and then let her idle and/or all city driving I would say there is definitly something wrong. My '11 (FWD 3.6) has been averaging 22.4mpg with a 60/40 mix city/highway driving. It's dipped to just above 18mpg in all city driving and I've seen 28mpg hghway (at 60mph with A/C on). The DIC is fairly close to what I record on paper and what my Garmin records. I did install/adapted a K&N CAI and have Nitto 850+CUV that are supposed to have less rolling resistance than their predessors. Also I'm not light footed when it comes to driving. The other difference for mine would be where I live isn't much above sea level with faily level roads. . The odd thing is the oil reminder came on at 3.5K miles and that was the day after I received a complimentary oil change certificate from the dealer. It was funny but I went in to have it done and asked the service manager and she said that my Journey is not the only one that has been set early (they've had the same on '11 3.6 Durango,Charger and 300 but not the Challenger). She went on to tell me they have contacted Dodge's maintenance division/engineers but at that point had not received a satisfactory answer.

As mentioned above I went with 18" wheel/tires on my '11 and I 've had no problems. The Nitto 850+ CUV does great in both wet and dry but it hasn't been out long enough for reviews on how it does in snow. Like you I have 235's with no problems. I went with 60 series instead of 55 to retain ride quality. On the wheel - brake caliper clearance I think you would have found it close on the Journey with any wheel. My tire dealer was somewhat surprised how close it is with the factory wheels. The AR95T I have now offers a bit more but still very close in the front.

The cover is similar to the clear covers you can apply to the front facia. As stated many vehicles use this now on the fender behind the front tire,in front of the rear tire (like the Journey) and even behind the rear tires. The front splash guards help a great deal but don't aleviate the problem completly. My '11 has a small lip guard in front of the rear wheel well just under the rocker. I haven't noticed if the '09-'10 have this as I don't see Journeys very often.

When you suggest upgrade the throttle body are you speaking of the 3.5? I would imagine cleaning up the body of the one on the 3.6 would help. The biggest thing is the hat connected to the throttle body that reverses the intake section to connect to the intake tract. If funds had been available to redesign the underhood to allow the intake run to the passenger side would be more direct. But even the Durango's ,and I believe the Charger, but they are more direct than the Journey.

My '11 Mainstreet came with the Touring suspension. I upgraded my tire/wheel package to 18" with Nitto 850+ CUV. As for the monotone paint I would like to paint my grill assembly to match the blackberry pearl. As for the daytime running lights they are part of Popular Equipment GRP 28E for '11. And for the US you can chose to have them on or off.

I have a couple questions concerning the premium door panels and performance suspension. Now it may have changed for 2012 but after I bought my '11 Mainstreet I saw a '11 LUX and the door panels don't look any different (and the LUX was supposed to have premium door panels). Was there a change made for 2012? On the suspension is there any information what the difference is between the Touring and Performance suspenion packages? Is there a lower ride height for the R/T or just different spring/strut rates? I understand there would be a difference between FWD and AWD suspension setups. AWD was optional last year in the US on all trim levels but the base Express. I would have liked to have AWD but there were none to be found within 200 miles (same for the R/T) at the time I purchased my Mainstreet.

The filter resembles the Spectre brand reusable ones. If it fits well then it's a step forward but they use thin wall aluminum for tubing so you have to deal with heat soak. Though with the intake tract somewhat behind the exhaust manifolds it may not be as bad. I just wish Dodge had not used previous mounting points for the intake tract and moved it to the passenger side (I know it saved on development/engineering/manufacture costs). Am I the only one that's modified the Avenger 3.5 K&N CAI for use in the 3.6 Journey? The only issue I would see is in areas with visual inspections if they would or would not pass you with it in place.

The mirror doesn't automatically switch when the camera is powered. Most add on systems have remote activation from the camera. My Garmin unit does this when I shift into reverse and the camera is powered. Some of the cameras I looked at had power connections that could be used at the rear or in the front of a vehicle. I apologise this isn't help as far as the wiring.

I was surprised at how much room there is under a FWD Journey. I haven't measured the exhaust diameter on my '11 but it appears to be at least 2.50" from the front y-pipe through the resonantor back to the t-split for the mufflers (may be closer to 2.75"). I would imagine it's larger diameter than the 3.5's (though I may be wrong). The mufflers for '11 ,and the Pentastar, are larger than the ones for the 3.5 cars. I first thought they were muffler/resonantor combination but looking underneath showed otherwise. Just keep in mind V6 motors have a different resonance signature than a V8. I used Dynomax Super Turbos for years for two reasons - they outflow Flowmaster below 3500rpm and to me they sound better (one of the more subjective areas of a vehicle). In the past few years I've been using Magnaflow mufflers for similar flow and they are quieter. And given the size of stock exhaust today ,and most are mild stainless, I've just swapped out mufflers instead of going catback (reasonable and cheaper on a stock or very mild motor). I will probably go with a set of Magnaflows down the road to compliment the K&N CAI she has now.

I had a similar issue but with the rear set instead. The fronts fit fine with tucking the tab under as bojanglespa stated. I had to work with the rear set a bit to fit well. The lower rear faci doesn't have as much structual support as i fel it should. The guards actually help in adding some. It's interesting Dodge included a small guard foward of the rear tire.

The Mopar front splash guards fit just fine for me but the rears take a bit of work not to leave a gap. The lower rear facia not having a lot of support doesn't exactly help. I found them on Ebay for less ,even with shipping, than i could have bought them from my dealer.

The Lockpick does interfere with the VSS (Vehicle Speed Signal) and the signal from the PCM/BCM that the car is not in park. This is what allows you to input changes to destination or for the passenger to watch video with the vehicle in motion. The factory nav in your car with the Lockpick is using just the GPS satellite signals for location. The speed display most likely depends on the VSS signal for it's readout.

The work around for a Lockpick equipped GPS is the same as a portable unit in that it uses satellite position fixes to calculate movement/speed. I have a Garmin Dezi 560 LMT that displays vehicle speed using this method. It's not spot on with the car's all the time but not more than 1 MPH off +/- .The Lockpick interferes with the trans selector position signal and/or the VSS signal to make the GPS think the vehicle is in park.

Congratulations on making the magazine and nice to see one for all modern Mopars. Now if we can see the Journey have a section in it besides just yours.

I'm lucky the rear facia fits well on my '11 but I can see where it could be an issue around the tail lights. Plus there's no support for the facia in the rear lower wheel wells so it just basically hangs there. I know they want flexibility but the amount the Journey has is a bit ridiculus.

The AVS deflector came with them and I installed them just to be safe. I'm not sure if it would flex enough to contact them. It does fit very well following the hood contour (they are really more hood protector than delector for the windshield). I an say about the Dodge version.

Also some of the '08-'09 exterior accessories will work also. The hood deflector is one and look at a full width version ,AVS makes one that i have installed on my 2011, as the factory one only overs the hood.