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Terry’s Locksmiths: Expertise with 2008-2011 Dodge Journey

For over 50 years, Terry’s Locksmiths has been a staple on the Gold Coast, providing expert automotive locksmith services. Our extensive experience includes working on a variety of vehicles, including the 2008-2011 Dodge Journey. This blog delves into our job history with these models, showcasing our proficiency in handling key, ignition, and door lock issues.

Comprehensive Locksmith Services for Dodge Journey

The Dodge Journey, produced from 2008 to 2011, presents unique challenges for automotive locksmiths due to its advanced security systems and key types. Here’s an overview of the specific work we’ve performed on these models:

1. Key Programming and Replacement

Programming and replacing keys for the Dodge Journey involves dealing with various key types and security features. Our job history highlights our ability to tackle these tasks effectively:

  • 2010 Dodge Journey Spare Key – Job 65495: Locksmith Jackson worked on a 2010 Dodge Journey, providing a spare key using an aftermarket slot key. This job required the use of Autel tools to program the key, ensuring it was properly synchronized with the vehicle’s security system. Notably, this job did not require EEPROM adjustments.

  • 2010 Dodge Journey Spare Key – Job 72895: Locksmith Seb handled another spare key situation for a 2010 Dodge Journey. This job involved using an aftermarket Fobik key (MK4011 Jeep 5 Btn Fobik PCF7941A), a type commonly used in Jeep and other vehicles. The key was programmed using Autel tools, and no EEPROM adjustments were needed.

  • 2008 Dodge Journey All Keys Lost – Job 77917: For a 2008 Dodge Journey with all keys lost, locksmith Seb provided an aftermarket Fobik key (MK4011 Jeep 5 Btn Fobik PCF7941A). The process involved using Autel tools for key programming. This job also did not require EEPROM adjustments.

2. Key Programming with Advanced Tools

Our job history illustrates our expertise in using advanced tools for key programming:

  • Xhorse Key Programming: For certain jobs, such as an aftermarket spare key for the Dodge Journey, we utilized Xhorse tools like VVDI ZB for keyless go functions. This advanced tool allows for precise programming of ID46 keys, ensuring compatibility with the vehicle’s security system.

3. Addressing Common Dodge Journey Issues

The Dodge Journey can experience various key, ignition, and lock problems. Here’s a look at common issues and how they are typically addressed:

1. All Keys Lost

Losing all keys for a Dodge Journey requires a detailed approach, including retrieving security codes and programming new keys. Our experience with models like the 2008 Dodge Journey ensures that we handle these situations effectively, using advanced tools and techniques to restore vehicle access.

2. Key Programming

Programming keys for the Dodge Journey involves ensuring that the new keys are properly synchronized with the vehicle’s IMMO system. Our use of tools like Autel and Xhorse allows us to manage this process efficiently, providing reliable solutions for key programming.

3. Spare Key Replacement

Replacing spare keys for the Dodge Journey, whether using aftermarket or original keys, requires precise programming to ensure functionality. Our expertise ensures that spare keys are programmed correctly, providing customers with reliable access to their vehicles.

Why Choose Terry’s Locksmiths?

With a rich history of excellence, Terry’s Locksmiths is your go-to expert for automotive locksmith services. Our extensive experience with the Dodge Journey and other vehicles, combined with our advanced tools and techniques, ensures that we deliver high-quality solutions for all key, ignition, and lock issues.

Whether you need assistance with key programming, ignition repairs, or door lock problems, Terry’s Locksmiths is here to help. Contact us today to benefit from our expertise and experience in automotive locksmithing.


At Terry’s Locksmiths, we pride ourselves on our ability to address a wide range of locksmithing challenges, including those specific to the 2008-2011 Dodge Journey. With our in-depth knowledge of the vehicle’s systems and our commitment to quality service, we are your trusted partner for all automotive locksmith needs.

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