Meesh Posted September 21, 2015 Report Share Posted September 21, 2015 Someone help! I have a 2015 Journey with the basic 4.3 radio. No satellite, no anything. I hate not having a satellite radio. I asked two dealers and they tell me all I can do is get a plug and play satellite. That it's impossible for them to put in the version with satellite capabilities. Does this seam accurate? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 I can't help you with the specifics, but it is definitely possible... There are some add-ons behind the dash that will allow this. Someone else with more info will likely chime in. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 It may have to do with the antenna, and cable. The antenna in back is a combination AM/FM and Sirius. You could get the 4.3S and use a magnetic hockey puck antenna. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meesh Posted September 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Right, obviously I need a satellite tuner and antenae. What they're telling me is that getting the 4.3s is impossible. When I responded and tried to clarify what I wanted they won't even answer me anymore. That all I can do is plug and play. Does anyone who's had the 4.3 and taken it out know what's in the back? Is there a port back there for satellite? I would think it would be the exact same radio, just without the satellite accessories. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Right, obviously I need a satellite tuner and antenae. What they're telling me is that getting the 4.3s is impossible. When I responded and tried to clarify what I wanted they won't even answer me anymore. That all I can do is plug and play. Does anyone who's had the 4.3 and taken it out know what's in the back? Is there a port back there for satellite? I would think it would be the exact same radio, just without the satellite accessories. I believe you are correct. It is very easy to get the dash apart, take a look. jkeaton and dhh3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Go to oemautopartsco.com. Call them. They specialize in Mopar replacement radios. Most of what they sell are Dealer take-outs. If there are scratches in the screen, they replace the screen. All radios are bench tested. I have purchased 3 radios from them. Great people to do business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramfrank Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 You should only require the appropriate radio module and the replacement antenna and POSSIBLY the cable for it. The radio itself is a 5 minute job to replace. The antenna ought to be simple as well. Whether you need the cable or not? I'd check the parts fiche for your model to see if the cable assembly is different or not to be certain. The radio type for the 4.3 inch display that includes the SiriusXM receiver is the REB. You can use the appropriate radio from a Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger or a Journey.Radios are cheap on eBay ($105-$200 at this time). Antennas and cables? I haven't looked in great detail, but this page may help with the antenna bits: http://www.factorychryslerparts.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=562339&ukey_product=4298319 Now, if you wanted to move to the 8.4 inch display? That would be a major undertaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 Right, obviously I need a satellite tuner and antenae. What they're telling me is that getting the 4.3s is impossible. When I responded and tried to clarify what I wanted they won't even answer me anymore. That all I can do is plug and play. Does anyone who's had the 4.3 and taken it out know what's in the back? Is there a port back there for satellite? I would think it would be the exact same radio, just without the satellite accessories. The 4.3s has the Sirius receiver built into it. If you have 2 antenna wires behind your present radio, and one isn't being used, it would be the one for Sirius. Otherwise, you would need an external antenna. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meesh Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Ok, so I'm bringing this up again because I've found a radio on EBay. It's the 4.3s radio with the touch screen. So all I would have to do is pull mine out and put this one in right? Then I'm all set for satellite? Does it make a difference that mine is a 2015 and the one I found is from a 2014? Would I need anything else? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 No. You will need a Sirius antenna. Since the base of the AM/FM antenna is the Sirius antenna, it is possible that there is a Sirius antenna cable behind your 4.3. There will be two antennas that you need to plug into the back of the radio: one for AM/FM and one for Sirius. If there is not an unused antenna cable behind your radio, you will have to buy one: or, rip out your headliner to run the cable back to the antenna. And, it is possible that your base may not even be a Sirius antenna. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramfrank Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 You don't need to 'rip out your headliner', but unless you go for a generic satellite antenna you will have to fish the new cable through the headliner to the rear and replace the antenna base if you want to it be all stock. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meesh Posted February 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 Ok, last dumb question. The seller has contacted me and said the listing is just for the receiver and not for the screen. Is the screen specific to the receiver? Or would the new receiver give me satellite to the screen I already have? I love my car but this radio is shit. Sorry for all the questions, I'm just a mom trying to get satellite and not have it cost me a grand. Having an external satellite radio isn't an option because I think it looks like junk. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramfrank Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 The screen is independent from the radio, so all you really need is the appropriate radio module . . . and a subscription, once you get the radio and it's associated antenna connected.While I don't think the do, the latest model radios *might* need an unlock code, which is defined by your vehicle's VIN and the serial number of the radio module - you won't know until you get it installed, at which point it might ask for the code. If one is required your dealer ought to be able to provide one for free if he's any good, failing which there are other no charge resources available. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silenze Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 The satellite radio with the stock stereo sounds even worse then local radio stations. Just a warning. dhh3 and jkeaton 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meesh Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Well that's great. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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