{"product_id":"performance-water-pump-kit-for-dodge-journey-2011-2018-3-6l","title":"Performance Water Pump Kit for Dodge Journey (2011-2018) 3.6L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Flow Water Pump Kit for 2011-2018 Dodge Journey (JC49)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Water Pump Kit circulates engine coolant through the block and radiator on the 2011-2018 Dodge Journey to regulate thermal cycles and prevent severe engine overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Journey Cooling System Vulnerability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory water pump installed on the \u003cstrong\u003e3.6L Pentastar V6\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003eJC49\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis is notorious for premature mechanical seal weepage and shaft bearing play. Sustained operating thermal cycles degrade the internal carbon ceramic seals, leading to slow coolant seepage from the weep hole, dried coolant residue along the front engine cover, and sudden fluid loss. Furthermore, repeated thermal shock warps the factory stamped impeller clearance, decreasing fluid velocity through the radiator core and exacerbating heat soak during stop-and-go driving or heavy engine loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement pump features a heavy-duty unitized shaft and bearing assembly engineered to handle high radial loads from accessory belt drive tension without deflection. The precision-machined cast housing provides consistent coolant flow dynamics across the engine block, while the reinforced internal seal prevents fluid migration into the bearing cartridge. Matched with an OE-spec pre-formed elastomer gasket, this pump restores positive hydraulic pressure across the cooling circuit, directly eliminating localized boiling spots and protecting the cylinder heads against catastrophic warping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Water Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2011-2018 Dodge Journey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e3.6L Pentastar V6 \/ JC49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e283 hp \/ 260 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e5184498AE, 5184498AH, 5184498AI, 5184498AD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2011-2018 Dodge Journey (3.6L Pentastar V6 models only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the JC49 Journey?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2011-2018 Dodge Journey equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e3.6L Pentastar V6\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eThis component does not fit models equipped with the 2.4L World Gas 4-cylinder engine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installing this pump?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you must perform a complete vacuum purge and refill of the coolant circuit to eliminate air pockets from the cylinder heads and heater core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your crossover hauling passengers and cargo without thermal degradation by installing precision cooling components engineered to handle demanding duty cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67545088262392,"sku":"DS-E4SPKJUHT","price":73.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-dodge-journey-2011-2018-3-6l-1.jpg?v=1790716420","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-dodge-journey-2011-2018-3-6l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}