Thank you for your video. I had to diagnose what turned out to be a broken flexplate on a 2017 3.6 AWD. PTU was a bit of a pain to remove but doing it in a gravel driveway has not been fun! Thank you once again for your vid. Helped loads!
That's awesome I'm glad it helped! You aren't kidding I'm sure it was tough doing it on the ground, that's twice the job getting up and down. Thanks for watching! 👀
Man I have a 2019 3.6 awd journey I hope it doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg for future repairs I know at 60k I will change transmission filter and fluid Also change the ptu and rda fluid but man I’m scared
Would have been great if Nick kinda walk through the steps . Atleast for someone like me who's looking for a video on how to remove it out of my pos Journey☹ but thanks for the vid anyway
Great video man, I’m doing the same exact but I’m stuck on the taking the WHOLE CV axel on the passenger side. It seems to just be stuck there, how did you manage to do take it off ?
Thanks for the video man .. I'm about to have to replace the transmission in a 2012 3.6L fwd. Is there anything special or important that you might have left out. Also I'm not going to need to reprogram or any crap like that on the reman unit that I'm putting back .. thanks man
Yeah buddy, these aren't to bad honestly just gotta be patient when you're wrestling it out. I highly recommend strapping the trans to the jack. It may just be shift adapts, but alldata should tell you the procedure. If not just call your local dealer, they should be able to inform you. Better safe than sorry with a nice pretty reman! 😍🤑
So when I replace the flex plate on my 012 journey, with the 3.6L V6. I turned the crankshaft counterclockwise to remove the 4 bolts that connect the flexplat to the torque converter. I was told that you should always turn it CW. I hope I didn't brake anything.
It can jump time when rotated backwards. There are a number of chains and tensioners in there that are only meant to apply pressure in the clockwise rotation. You may have gotten lucky! I hope you did!
Well, in my case , I didn't need to reprogram it, we got a very low mileage used transmission and it is still working nicely. Thanks for the tip though.
Hey man just found your channel, one thing I'm unsure on other than torque specs is what are the contact points you're using for the transmission jack. Like are you on the edges of the pan or did you support under the whole pan? I'm about to do this job tomorrow in my garage cause I have to replace a cracked flex plate on a 2013. Thanks for taking the time to make this, it will be a great help.
So it didn't really have mounting points. I put it on the pan it may be able to come away from the block far enough to fit a wrench or long ratchet in there for the plate. Ive never tried but if you're doing it at home with no lift I would try. As far as torque specs, just make sure its tight. Hah. I hope that helps!
@@CarMechaNick thanks for the reply Nick that definitely helps. 1 other question I have...p sure I know the answer to is is to rotate motor I put socket on crankbolt and rotate clockwise correct ? also should I replace the torque convertor seal if it's oem? or if its good just send it?again tyvm man much love from Onterrible Canada
I wouldn't remove the torque converter if you never have before. They are filled with fluid so make sure after you remove the converter bolts to try pushing the converter into trans. Otherwise it may come out some on separation. The seals in the converter may tear also. You are on it man use a a socket and wrench and rotate clockwise. Its good knowing it helps stay warm up there! Lmk if you have any other questions.
@@CarMechaNick I wish I didn't have to remove it, but I gotta to drain and refill. Gotta drain trans and replace filter cause as you know ... Mopar stands for most original parts already replaced.... except for the trans fluid they deem "lifetime" Staying warm is the plan, Got a crazy warm spell of 15-20 c until next week, Fkn crazy for November in Canada. Ty for your help and time dude.
The filters aren't bad to do on these either. Though I think you will need some torx sockets, I think its 2 torx screws holding in the filter. Haha its warm here in Ohio too I can't wait for some snow though! I also find these lifetime transmission skeptical. I would honestly just remove the pan and filter and just let the fluid in the converter mix with the new. You have to make sure the converter clicks all the way onto mainshaft or there will be issues when you mate them back together. Best of luck my friend! 👍
Is the 2016 3.6l the same when removal? Need to remove the Longstocking but does the trans need to come off first and through the top or bottom best for engine?
Hey Nick. Tackling an AWD, shouldn't be much different but a few more steps with the PTU. question is does the whole cradle underneath need to come out?
How did your removal go? I just started pulling the trans in my better half’s AWD ‘17. Torque converter died and starved the pump of fluid when it plugged the filter. I’ve heard so much back and forth on what all needs to come out when dealing with the PTU. Some say they’ve got to drop the sub frame, and exhaust to get it out. Others say attack it with sockets and long extensions. Hoping thats the case
No reason to remove sub frame. Tranny and PTU came out with engine, exhaust and frame in place. However, come in 90 degrees on the passenger shaft brackets with long extensions through the rear of exhaust #1 and #2 the rear transmission to engine bolt behind the PTU get from overhead front, don't try and use swivels as the PTU sticks out 1/8" into direct socket contact. Engineering is wonderful on this one. Finally #3, expand your vocabulary! One of the bolts on PTU to rear mount was seized. I ended up cutting it out but realized some new combinations of words that as a Navy vet surprised even myself!
@@DollarBill4u Appreicste the tips. Got the ball rolling on the removal on Sunday, but didn’t quite get it all the way out. Basically all that’s left to do is get those PTU bolts out, and unbolt the torque converter. Probably going to jinx myself a little bit, but it’s been a smoother process than I imagined. We’ll see if that persists when dealing with those troublesome PTU bolts. 😂
Thank you for the video!! Are the 62te transmissions the same for AWD and FWD?? NOT the PTU but the transmission unit itself. I have a trans to put in that I got off a AWD to put on my FWD Journey. Will it work?
Are the Dodge Journey transmission bad? I have a 2015 front wheel drive Dodge journey and when I'm at or around 60 it feels like it's switching between 4th and overdrive back and forth back and forth? 100k miles
I have 2014 Dodge Journey, when shift from P to D there is a loud clank and when test driving it feels like the transmission gears not shifting in sequence also the rev indicator on dashboard goes erratic, is this a transmission problem and if so how much will it cost to repair.
I have a 14 Journey with the 3.6 Flex. My transfer case is acting up and I cannot find any repair manuals on it. Husband suspects it's the actuator but the car basically has no power and doesn't want to move and there's grinding noises. So how do we work on the transfer case or if necessary replace it?
I just removed the one on my journey but to put the new one how much oil should I put on the torque converter and should I put silicone on between the transmission and the engine block or just put the steel gasket that was there when I remove it. Thank you
Put the steel gasket back for sure. I would fill it the best you can. You can get the proper dipstick off Amazon. Or use one you have laying around thats long enough. You measure the height of the fluid based on temp. You will need to check trans temp and follow proper graph to know what level you should have at a certain temperature. Hope that helps!
A lot of times there is a plate or shim between the engine and the transmission. That sets the clearance in between the torque converter and the front snout/front pump housing. You should always put that back on. If it continually falls down when you reassemble the bell housing, some people put some rtv around the alignment pins to help hold it in place.
@@CarMechaNick I know right! Art least the torque converter doesn't have studs like some Fords do. A real pain to line up the converter before mating the trans to the engine.
I think to myself when I'm doing Fords if other people think these things. I'm like who the F. GM with the narrowed hole is absolutely perfect. It's perfect ever single time. You for sure know your way around these turds! 🤌
I just bought a 2012 journey r/t run and drive but says mechanical damage so I’m scared to know what the damage is so I’ve been on RUclips searching possible problem I could face and this looks discouraging . Fingers crossed it’s not a major issue man kudos to you for knowing how to handle situations like this .
@@CarMechaNick UPDATE: so after driving the R/t from auction for roughly 3 weeks , check engine popped up on dash , i plugged in my obd reader and 1 code popped up (P0729 - Gear 6 Incorrect ratio) , still runs and drives but hits high rpm above id say 45mph , is this a simple fix or should i just part the car out ? really dont want to let it go , its not a bad vehicle .. HELP NICK!!! lol
Thank you for such a clear, accurate and comprehensive video. Its a lotta work but your video is clear, step by step!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your video. I had to diagnose what turned out to be a broken flexplate on a 2017 3.6 AWD. PTU was a bit of a pain to remove but doing it in a gravel driveway has not been fun! Thank you once again for your vid. Helped loads!
That's awesome I'm glad it helped! You aren't kidding I'm sure it was tough doing it on the ground, that's twice the job getting up and down. Thanks for watching! 👀
Man I have a 2019 3.6 awd journey I hope it doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg for future repairs
I know at 60k I will change transmission filter and fluid
Also change the ptu and rda fluid but man I’m scared
Just keep up on the oil changes. Maybe use full syn. Want to try and keep the oil passages clean and all the timing components well oiled.
What symptoms of broken flex plate. I’ve noticed mine is bent pretty bad
Would have been great if Nick kinda walk through the steps . Atleast for someone like me who's looking for a video on how to remove it out of my pos Journey☹ but thanks for the vid anyway
I include everything it takes to remove I just dont verbally say much sorry. Ill try to say more about things.
Am guessing this is just a FWD model?
Your the best at your trade excellent job.
Great video man, I’m doing the same exact but I’m stuck on the taking the WHOLE CV axel on the passenger side. It seems to just be stuck there, how did you manage to do take it off ?
You should have removed the wiper cowl. Makes the job a lot easier
Buen trabajo y eres super rápido. Aprende mucho de este video GRACIAS 🙂
Thanks for the video man .. I'm about to have to replace the transmission in a 2012 3.6L fwd. Is there anything special or important that you might have left out. Also I'm not going to need to reprogram or any crap like that on the reman unit that I'm putting back .. thanks man
Yeah buddy, these aren't to bad honestly just gotta be patient when you're wrestling it out. I highly recommend strapping the trans to the jack. It may just be shift adapts, but alldata should tell you the procedure. If not just call your local dealer, they should be able to inform you. Better safe than sorry with a nice pretty reman! 😍🤑
So when I replace the flex plate on my 012 journey, with the 3.6L V6. I turned the crankshaft counterclockwise to remove the 4 bolts that connect the flexplat to the torque converter. I was told that you should always turn it CW. I hope I didn't brake anything.
It can jump time when rotated backwards. There are a number of chains and tensioners in there that are only meant to apply pressure in the clockwise rotation. You may have gotten lucky! I hope you did!
Is the replacement straight forward or after replacing it you have to reprogrman it ?
Very clean video Sr , you covered every angle,
Any answer to this question
@@jonasjones85 You don't need to reprogram it
Just make sure the replacement transmission is in good conditions you are good to go
There is a quick learn you gotta do. Your need a scanner to do that.
Well, in my case , I didn't need to reprogram it, we got a very low mileage used transmission and it is still working nicely. Thanks for the tip though.
Hey man just found your channel, one thing I'm unsure on other than torque specs is what are the contact points you're using for the transmission jack. Like are you on the edges of the pan or did you support under the whole pan? I'm about to do this job tomorrow in my garage cause I have to replace a cracked flex plate on a 2013. Thanks for taking the time to make this, it will be a great help.
So it didn't really have mounting points. I put it on the pan it may be able to come away from the block far enough to fit a wrench or long ratchet in there for the plate. Ive never tried but if you're doing it at home with no lift I would try. As far as torque specs, just make sure its tight. Hah. I hope that helps!
@@CarMechaNick thanks for the reply Nick that definitely helps. 1 other question I have...p sure I know the answer to is is to rotate motor I put socket on crankbolt and rotate clockwise correct ? also should I replace the torque convertor seal if it's oem? or if its good just send it?again tyvm man much love from Onterrible Canada
I wouldn't remove the torque converter if you never have before. They are filled with fluid so make sure after you remove the converter bolts to try pushing the converter into trans. Otherwise it may come out some on separation. The seals in the converter may tear also.
You are on it man use a a socket and wrench and rotate clockwise. Its good knowing it helps stay warm up there! Lmk if you have any other questions.
@@CarMechaNick I wish I didn't have to remove it, but I gotta to drain and refill. Gotta drain trans and replace filter cause as you know ... Mopar stands for most original parts already replaced.... except for the trans fluid they deem "lifetime" Staying warm is the plan, Got a crazy warm spell of 15-20 c until next week, Fkn crazy for November in Canada. Ty for your help and time dude.
The filters aren't bad to do on these either. Though I think you will need some torx sockets, I think its 2 torx screws holding in the filter. Haha its warm here in Ohio too I can't wait for some snow though!
I also find these lifetime transmission skeptical. I would honestly just remove the pan and filter and just let the fluid in the converter mix with the new. You have to make sure the converter clicks all the way onto mainshaft or there will be issues when you mate them back together. Best of luck my friend! 👍
Great thank you
Is the 2016 3.6l the same when removal? Need to remove the Longstocking but does the trans need to come off first and through the top or bottom best for engine?
Hey Nick. Tackling an AWD, shouldn't be much different but a few more steps with the PTU. question is does the whole cradle underneath need to come out?
I don't remove it personally but I have seen guys that do. Sorry for the late reply!
@@CarMechaNick Awesome, thanks for the response! The PTU, I see alot of problems with them breaking, should have been a recall. Mine broke in half!
How did your removal go?
I just started pulling the trans in my better half’s AWD ‘17. Torque converter died and starved the pump of fluid when it plugged the filter. I’ve heard so much back and forth on what all needs to come out when dealing with the PTU. Some say they’ve got to drop the sub frame, and exhaust to get it out. Others say attack it with sockets and long extensions. Hoping thats the case
No reason to remove sub frame. Tranny and PTU came out with engine, exhaust and frame in place. However, come in 90 degrees on the passenger shaft brackets with long extensions through the rear of exhaust #1 and #2 the rear transmission to engine bolt behind the PTU get from overhead front, don't try and use swivels as the PTU sticks out 1/8" into direct socket contact. Engineering is wonderful on this one. Finally #3, expand your vocabulary!
One of the bolts on PTU to rear mount was seized. I ended up cutting it out but realized some new combinations of words that as a Navy vet surprised even myself!
@@DollarBill4u Appreicste the tips. Got the ball rolling on the removal on Sunday, but didn’t quite get it all the way out. Basically all that’s left to do is get those PTU bolts out, and unbolt the torque converter. Probably going to jinx myself a little bit, but it’s been a smoother process than I imagined.
We’ll see if that persists when dealing with those troublesome PTU bolts. 😂
Thank you for the video!! Are the 62te transmissions the same for AWD and FWD?? NOT the PTU but the transmission unit itself. I have a trans to put in that I got off a AWD to put on my FWD Journey. Will it work?
I'm not sure thats possible. How would you block where the transfer unit is supposed to be? I'm not sure if it's possible.
so it really only takes 35 mins?
I guess so 🙃
Mines only took about 15 minutes. Gotta know what to do.
Could you leave a list of what tools I will need for this job? I am not sure that I have them all at the moment and I’d rather be prepared
Just curious , we’re you removing the transmission to do the rear main seal
I recently had transmission replaced in the wife’s 2012 Dodge Journey it was AWD,seems like they put a FWD in it instead
Look underneath, but that would be some sheisty ass people to do that without having permission.
Where are you from?
Are the Dodge Journey transmission bad? I have a 2015 front wheel drive Dodge journey and when I'm at or around 60 it feels like it's switching between 4th and overdrive back and forth back and forth? 100k miles
Its not the worst. You don't have a subframe to remove so it makes it easier to accomplish at home.
I just had the trans rebuilt on my 2012 Journey and it shifts great but now the car vibrates at 63 to 75 mph could it be converter?
Sounds like your wheels need balanced. 😁
Hi I was wondering if changing the transmission pump a big job and costly?
It's a job I wouldn't let just anyone attempt. Not sure about the cost 🤔 prices will vary based on area and shop labor.
I have 2014 Dodge Journey, when shift from P to D there is a loud clank and when test driving it feels like the transmission gears not shifting in sequence also the rev indicator on dashboard goes erratic, is this a transmission problem and if so how much will it cost to repair.
did u fix it? what was it if u did
Someone told me that when I change the transmission I have to do an update or reset or something like that. It is true
I do so many ita hard to remember. You can check procedures on all data. Or call your local service department to ask
I have a 14 Journey with the 3.6 Flex. My transfer case is acting up and I cannot find any repair manuals on it. Husband suspects it's the actuator but the car basically has no power and doesn't want to move and there's grinding noises. So how do we work on the transfer case or if necessary replace it?
You have to her under the car for sure. Does it have codes?
Yes but it's only saying left rear speed sensor wheel bearing. And it's definitely not that giving the issues.
@@CarMechaNick or not only that giving issues
It's does fine if I'm driving straight, it's when I turn that it binds up and doesn't want to go
@@lorigottfried6385 sounds like power steering
I just removed the one on my journey but to put the new one how much oil should I put on the torque converter and should I put silicone on between the transmission and the engine block or just put the steel gasket that was there when I remove it. Thank you
Put the steel gasket back for sure. I would fill it the best you can. You can get the proper dipstick off Amazon. Or use one you have laying around thats long enough. You measure the height of the fluid based on temp. You will need to check trans temp and follow proper graph to know what level you should have at a certain temperature. Hope that helps!
A lot of times there is a plate or shim between the engine and the transmission. That sets the clearance in between the torque converter and the front snout/front pump housing. You should always put that back on. If it continually falls down when you reassemble the bell housing, some people put some rtv around the alignment pins to help hold it in place.
I use rtv on every single jeep engine. That plate never wants to stay there.
@@CarMechaNick I know right! Art least the torque converter doesn't have studs like some Fords do. A real pain to line up the converter before mating the trans to the engine.
I think to myself when I'm doing Fords if other people think these things. I'm like who the F.
GM with the narrowed hole is absolutely perfect. It's perfect ever single time. You for sure know your way around these turds! 🤌
Where would the shift solenoid be located at?
Typically find them on the valve body, which is inside.
Ah yes....this is why they charge you $3800 to change out some gaskets in it....
Transmission work is never cheap.
Is this an AWD?
Nope.
this looks like hell
It's honestly not bad. The hardest part imo is actually getting it out and in, being careful not to damage the ring for the crank sensor.
I just bought a 2012 journey r/t run and drive but says mechanical damage so I’m scared to know what the damage is so I’ve been on RUclips searching possible problem I could face and this looks discouraging . Fingers crossed it’s not a major issue man kudos to you for knowing how to handle situations like this .
They can have a few different major issues, I hope yours are simple. Good luck!
@@CarMechaNick UPDATE: so after driving the R/t from auction for roughly 3 weeks , check engine popped up on dash , i plugged in my obd reader and 1 code popped up (P0729 - Gear 6 Incorrect ratio) , still runs and drives but hits high rpm above id say 45mph , is this a simple fix or should i just part the car out ? really dont want to let it go , its not a bad vehicle .. HELP NICK!!! lol
@@LoadScreenYT what did u end up doing?