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probak118

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  1. Trying to count the shifts but wanted to verify 100 %, and want to change the fluid myself as it is not a difficult job just takes a little time. I thought there was a link on this site posted some time ago but a search did not result in one. The ones I did check did not offer that specific info when I input my vin # , just thought I would ask here before asking a dealer. There will be a time when I will not be able to do some of this type work myself or we simply cannot anymore but, not there yet. Thanks, will see if utube can show how to tell tranny speed you have.

  2. How the heck do you get at that, I almost think you need to replace the whole lens itself ?  If that is the case, guess it would not hurt to experiment on taking it apart and try to do as you suggest and glue it back in place. Are not most all those outer body plastic parts friction welded into one solid piece, hope I am wrong and someone else can help you.

  3. I agree with 2Late4U, it always seems that when you factor in the 0% financing plus incentives ...vs the financing interest rate on a used car the newer vehicle is about the same price I find.  But 15 K is nothing if the used 2018 is thousands cheaper, in the end will you be happy with the 2018 and its options ? So, I guess whatever everyone else mentioned above, good luck; I am sure either way you will be happy just go with your gut..

  4. Had the radio volume oh high issue years ago in our 2012  SXT 4.3 " screen / 3.6 L, it was fixed with an update I believe. But, have had the radio sometimes not work at all / almost frozen it seems on and off for years now., dealer confirmed latest firmware etc.... Since that system was out of warranty, there was no way I was giving them hundreds of bucks to fix. I simply turn engine off and on at the next stop and a reset occurs fixing the issue. Sucks that you live with a problem because the issue is too expensive to fix, radio replacement .

  5. Replaced a leaking heater core about 3 weeks ago and cleaned all inside windows 2-twice. I know it is very cold now but still noticing some fogging. The A posts on the DJ are pretty big, does that affect the small defrost vents from working as you would hope ? I used invisible glass cleaner then some very hot water to remove possible coolant residuals, having window tint all around I do not want to damage it. Has anyone used vinegar / water mixture with success ? I just never recall an issue this bad having bought the DJ new in April 2012. With the fan setting on panel / floor mix all the windows start fogging up. Defrost  or defrost floor is the only option that helps.

  6. On 1/16/2019 at 5:27 PM, Hankster said:

    Here in Canada the front plate is attached directly with self tapping screws  no bracket needed.

    Hank

     

    Hankster, someone stole your bracket ,  it's black in colour, an inch plus in depth and in the middle of the front end just under the grill.  As mentioned look for the dimple marks  then after the bracket is attached, attach plate in side bracket using the two threaded holes for the license plate screws.

  7. Looks familiar, I did the same a few years ago but not that bad. It looks pretty small really but you know its's there now. Personally, as long as tire seal is maintained and wheel balance was not affected leave it. Worry about it when its time to buy new tires. My two cents. 

  8.   Widows started to fog-up and I knew what happened, been twenty years since that happened to me. Found a "rad shop" that offers not to discharge air conditioning & lines and limits what is removed on the dash. Dealers wanted between $1200 and $1550 taxes included. This rad shop charged $630 including a total coolant flush, and if you do not want short cuts taken price is $1100. No brainer here, short cuts all the way. Just wanted everyone to know, look for shops willing to skip unnecessary steps if the savings is passed along.  Not sure if the skipped steps are environmental or safety concerns but was assured end result is the same.

  9. I noticed when oil spraying the 2012 Journey that the door sills are all filled with foam. At the time other owner's here suggested this was to help decrease road noise in the cabin. But to answer your question, yes foam in that area is normal.

     

  10. 1972 Cutlass Supreme 350 Rocket - 4 barrel Fun Fun Fun

    1979 Pontiac Sunbird hatchback 3.8 L  Super fast off the line, possibly my favorite car to drive all time

    1984 Mercury Cougar hardtop best looking / riding car by fa black and red interior - power everything

    1993 Pontiac Sunbird 4 cyl Blah

    2002 Dodge Caravan, getting old, kids in sports

    2006 Chevy Impala, 3.8 , worst engine ever....head gaskets

    2012 DJ - still own this one

    2013 Chevy Trax, kids in sports still ....to small

    2017 GMC Terrain

     

     

  11. My 2012 has sat outside for 4 yrs now, no issues. The thought of freezing then letting the area warm up from the motor for it to work makes sense. Then you mentioned windshield replacement and this now occurring. I think your thought of possible water now leaking into an area it has not before makes sense. Is there a drain in the area that may now be plugged ? I know sometimes debris gets in that trough, maybe water is pooling now ? Then is freezes stopping the wipers operation until the motor can thaw the area ? 

  12. Just a thought as I did this ( dumb ass ), are the little metal clips on backwards ? Sorry for being vague,  I installed mine backwards and a little nipple type thing sticking out would rub on the rotor.  Once I switched them around noise went away. Now have a very fine line on one rotor where clip was just touching.

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