dodge journey starting problem

intermittent no start. permanent fix

[@JT-jl4vj]

Old school smart. Made me smile when I saw that. Flashbacks to simpler days. I did the extra ground like other videos posted. Worked perfectly for about 6 months. Then kaput. Tried cleaning the ground wire relocated a little closer to the starter. Checked and double checked all fuses. Nothing. Watched this fine gentlemen, said haven't seen od done that in awhile. Used a screwdriver to cross the power terminal to the solenoid while the wife turned the key. Started right up. Went to the auto parts store bought 15' x 12 gauge wire, some electrical connectors, a push auxiliary button, a wire with 30 amp fuse. Drilled a couple holes and it started right up. Thank you sir and good luck to the rest of you.

[@amolter2002]

That video was in 2019, It's now Jan 2021 , my son tells me that he had to use the emergency button 1 time. Since then, the car overheated once on the freeway and it caused a head gasket leak allowing exhaust to get into the coolant. One cylinder has very little compression and now its a struggle to get it up to 60. Also the exhaust manifold cracked and fumes can get into the cab. I still drive it occasionally with the windows open but Its time to have it hauled to the junk yard.

[@infinityxd2210]

I did this and its fixed thank you

[@OzonebxGaming]

The electronic cord that plugs into the starter gets loose or the cord get a short in it after a while.

[@lisaburks7342]

Omgosh. Now that's old school. Nice work. Don't worry about the young no nothing trolls

[@christinedivincenzo6526]

Hi Andy ! Do you know what size guage used for the positive cable? I need a new terminal to connect my battery. Thank you ! Don't know if it is a 4 or a 6.

[@UnderMan]

What guage wire did you use or where did you get the wire? I plan on using the same type of idea, but install a relay to disable it unless the car's accessory switch is on. Also hide the switch in the drinks glove box.

[@amolter2002]

I pulled the black wire from some house wire, 12 gage 20 amp I think.

[@Seewhy4]

That’s good stuff

[@fredgonzalez1516]

Guys i have a 2009 journey v6 had that problem for 4 months i spent like $1 k in repairs it never worked i added a ground wire to the engine and worked only for 2 days but after all the trouble i finally figured it out by accident today i wanted to go get something to eat and surprise the journey didnt wanna start like always sometimes it will but done lots of things to it relays new key fob and ground wire and nothing but today i finally solved the mystery behind this issue its really simple takes 5 minutes and nothing to buy and problem solved i would like to share it with every one

[@amolter2002]

Please do, please share with everyone the really simple 5 minute fix that you mentioned. thanks

[@Officer239]

You know why they call it a journey…. A journey to the fucking repair shop every time it breaks

[@lisaburks2]

And??

[@rhondarutledge6930]

Okay I'm ready to hear this.

[@RealJudah144]

Guess y'all didn't catch that he is f'n with yall😅

[@cjsparkle100]

Hello Andy, I want this done to my car, I am a young woman and I know nothing about cars. Could you please list the parts used. I read you believe you used (12 gauge 20 amp wire). What rating/brand etc. did you use for the switch and fuse link? Thank-you for sharing this simple fix, I was beginning to feel the issue was hopeless. I just bought the car and it has been giving me many headaches with not starting. I am scared to drive it for fear I will be stranded somewhere in the dead of winter. I'll find someone to try this fix for me. Thanks again.

[@amolter2002]

Greetings cjsparkle100, The wire I pulled from some old 20 amp house wire that I used to wire my kitchen, I pulled the black strand out of it. The 'fuse link' I bought at Walmart in the automotive electronics section, the push-button switch I bought at O'rielles auto parts. I can't remember the brand name. Be sure the shifter is in Park and key fob 'ON' when using the 'Emergency Starter Button' . Best of luck to you.

[@mikeekim242]

Solved the problem in the middle of winter? I guess 40 years in Texas has made me soft...LOL

[@BigBallaBk4]

Hey man great video! Do u think a Dodge Journey is a good first car? I’m 19 right now and looking to buy a Dodge Journey. Is it a reliable car?

[@amolter2002]

For a first car, I recommend cars that you can easily get parts at low cost and that most average local mechanics know how to work on. I recommend GM ,Ford, Chrysler, toyota, honda. Don't buy fancy models with fancy electronics. The Dodge journey I think is safer because its larger. My 4 cylinder model is has 235k miles on it. Its kinda slow. A good rule of thumb when buying a used cars is "you get what you pay for". If the 'check engine' light is on buy yourself a cheap "code reader' so you can see what it means. You can ignore some codes related to emissions (depending on which state you live in) . .

[@BigBallaBk4]

Andy thx for your advice i will really take that into consideration. May I ask when will you be posting your next video?

[@garysmith224]

I have a 2010 dodge journey same problems bought new battery. Starter ran new ground wire from firewall to engine block. Ran for couple days then same problem and then loss complete power to the car. WAS ready to take it to scrap yard. Finally found the real problem.

[@hotlee5841]

What was it ?

[@charlesjohnson4865]

What was the real problem??

[@0714will]

😆

[@CustomDismantled]

What was the real problem and what did you do to fix it?

[@YeeeeeHaaaaa]

Can’t leave us hanging 😂

[@deopadrequilaga4590]

my dodge journey 2012 same problem, i cant find the engine block to attach the ground wire, any suggestion where to attach the ground wire? thank you

[@josemaldonado8157]

Had the same issue with mine it was the starter solenoid connector was not making a good connection I replaced it with a new one haven't had any Starting issues for the last 3 years

[@YeeeeeHaaaaa]

Sorry once I saw the duct tape I was out…😜🤙

[@sonellew]

How did you shift to neutral with the car being off?

[@UnderMan]

Turn the key to the on/run position, the transmission will unlock.

[@UnderMan]

It could stay in park with this guy's method. The neutral safety lock is bypassed. All safety locks are bypassed. The starter will function regardless of gear. Don't try to start it if it's in any other gear than park or neutral. The car can lurch.

[@DesertOpz]

I bet the key battery died

[@kevinc917]

Ghetto AF!!! That is not a fix it’s a work around works but not for me

[@fredgonzalez1516]

Next saturday i will be uploading a video of the problem and what is cousin it ... This will save people some money specially because mechanics cant figure it out. I only did by accident!!