I’m currently having transmission problems with my 2009 Dodge Journey CRD SXT.
It started with the gears not shifting and then the engine oil warning light came on and then the CEL light also came on; during which the vehicle starts to jerk as if its not getting enough fuel…the vehicle then comes to a gradual stop because the power has cut off.
I’ve changed the engine oil; also changed the oil and fuel filters but still the same problems persist.
Just to add on to my comment above, this drop in power problem happened a few months back when I tried to rapidly speed up a hill. The engine stalled and the vehicle almost came to a stop but then picked up speed again. The CEL light came on for a bit but then disappeared.
Now that these problems are happening, I’m just wondering if they are linked to the initial problem I’ve just mentioned.
What’s are the codes associated with the CEL? How many miles on the Dodge? Was the transmission fluid changed, and hasit ever been changed?
The current mileage is 97,804.
The transmission fluid has never been changed.
I haven’t diagnosed the vehicle yet as I’m awaiting a friend to source the kit from his friend.
It should be done in the next day or two.
The transmission shifting problem is likely unrelated to the engine oil warning light. But both could well be caused by a general case of deferred maintenance. To increase your odds of avoiding these sorts of problems going forward, best to follow the routine maintenance schedule recommended in the owner’s manual. But I expect you already know that.
hmmm … for the shifting problem, your best bet at this point is probably a proper transmission service. If you need to defer that for some reason, at least top off the transmission fluid level if it is low. Continuing to drive with low transmission fluid can damage the innards, something best avoided.
Repeat: what are the codes associated with the Check Engine Light?
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The photo above shows the warning lights that’s displayed when the vehicle starts to slow down and lose power.
I notice the battery light is on. This might be the cause of all the problems, low battery voltage. Take a look at the alternator. Is it spinning as it normally should do, when the engine is running?
It’s diesel. Low voltage shouldn’t be a problem in regards to how well the engine runs.
Don’t know. But I like the carpet on the dashboard. I put things on my Corolla’s dashboard and the surface is so slick they fall off even when the car isn’t moving. The carpet would hold them there better.
The battery and the alternator recently got changed - even after they were changed the battery light still stayed on.
I haven’t diagnosed the vehicle yet as I’m awaiting a friend to source the kit from his friend.
It should be done in the next day or two.
Oil light is on too…how’s your oil level? If you destroy the engine due to lack of lubrication the transmission problems will become secondary anyway…
I’ve changed the engine oil and also the oil filter
Ok, but what is the current oil level? Is it normal?
It is on the correct level
Could be a wiring problem, blown fuse, faulty warning light circuit, among other possibilities, including that the replacement battery and/or alternator is faulty. Any good shop with auto-electric expertise should be able to figure out why the battery light is coming on. If the power supply voltages throughout the circuity of the car are out of spec you can’t rely on anything the computers tell you.
