2017 Dodge Journey Wheel Interchange

2017 Dodge Journey Wheel Interchange, Sizes, And Upgrade Guide

Known OEM Fitment For 2017 Dodge Journey

The values below reflect information provided for this specific model year. Trims and option packages can change wheel and tire specs. If anything is missing or looks inconsistent, verify against your door-jamb tire placard, the owner’s manual, or an OEM parts catalog, then confirm with the on-page calculator before you buy.

Notes:

• The provided wheel size is 19 inches, while the provided tire size is 17 inches. This indicates multiple factory packages existed in 2017. Do not mix a 17-inch tire on a 19-inch rim. Confirm your exact factory setup by VIN or door placard.
• Approximate overall diameter for 225/65R17 is about 28.5 inches. Use this as a baseline when plus-sizing so speedometer error and ABS behavior remain within tolerance.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

The calculator compares a donor wheel setup to your 2017 Dodge Journey. Use it to predict clearance, stance, and speedometer change before mounting anything.

• Select Wheels from (donor vehicle). Enter the donor rim diameter, width, and offset. Add the donor tire size if you want a full rolling diameter comparison.
• Select Installed on (your vehicle). Enter your confirmed OEM size for the Journey. If your placard lists 225/65R17, enter that along with the matching OEM wheel dimensions. If your Journey has the 19-inch factory package, enter those values from your sources.
• Adjust Custom wheel size and Custom tire size to test aftermarket options. As you change rim diameter, the calculator updates tire diameter in the comparison so you can maintain a similar overall height.
• Watch the changes in inner clearance to the strut/suspension, outer poke toward the fender, and overall tire diameter difference. Aim for minimal diameter change and verify both inner and outer clearances.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern: The wheel must be 5x127. Do not attempt 5x120, 5x114.3, or 5x130.
• Center bore: Your hub is 71.6 mm. Aftermarket wheels typically have a larger bore; use hub-centric rings to adapt down to 71.6 mm. Do not use a wheel with a smaller bore than 71.6 mm.
• Thread size and seat: M14 x 2.00 studs. Ensure your lug nuts match both the thread and the seat type required by the wheel. Do not force mismatched threads or seats.
• Offset and width: Start from the OEM sample 7.5 in width and ET 38 mm. Small changes can affect fender poke and inner clearance. Check with the calculator and physically verify on the car.
• Brake and suspension clearance: Confirm spoke and barrel clearance over calipers and struts. Paper templates or a test fit are recommended.
• Backspacing: OEM sample backspacing is 5.25 in. Large changes may lead to rubbing or bearing load concerns. Validate with measurements.
• Tire overall diameter: Try to keep total diameter close to your OEM baseline. Significant changes can affect speedometer, ABS, and transmission shift points.
• Load rating: Wheels and tires must meet or exceed the Journey’s axle load requirements. Check manufacturer load ratings.
• TPMS: Plan for sensor transfer or new sensors and relearn procedures per OEM instructions.
• Spacers or adapters: Use only hub-centric components that match 71.6 mm, ensure proper stud engagement, and recheck clearances.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Because multiple factory packages existed in 2017, confirm your starting size first. One common baseline from the data provided is 225/65R17 at roughly 28.5 inches in overall diameter. When moving to larger wheels, pair them with lower-profile tires to keep total diameter close.

• 18-inch example approach: Choose a tire that maintains around 28.5 inches overall. Use the calculator to test widths and offsets to avoid rubbing.
• 19-inch example approach: A factory 19-inch package existed. If you are replicating it, confirm the exact OEM tire size for that package from your door placard or OEM catalog, then verify with the calculator.
• 20-inch approach: Possible with appropriate low-profile tires and correct offset. Check inner strut clearance, outer fender clearance, and turning radius with the calculator and a test fit.
• Wider tires: Wider section widths can improve grip but may reduce clearance on full lock or over bumps. Increment in small steps and verify.

If any size or offset is not listed on your placard or owner’s manual, treat it as a custom fit and verify physically.

Installation Tips

• Clean the hub face and the wheel mounting pad to remove rust and debris for proper seating and balance.
• Use hub-centric rings when the wheel bore is larger than 71.6 mm to prevent vibration.
• Hand-start lug nuts and snug them in a star pattern. Do not use an impact gun for final torque.
• Torque to the value specified in your owner’s manual or OEM service information for M14 x 2.00 studs.
• Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles of driving.
• Transfer or program TPMS sensors as required by OEM procedure. Replace seals as needed.
• During test fit, turn lock-to-lock and compress the suspension to check for rubbing on liners, fenders, and brake hoses.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench
• M14 x 2.00 lug nuts or locks
• 71.6 mm hub-centric rings
• Tire pressure gauge

FAQs

• What wheels from other vehicles will fit my 2017 Dodge Journey?

  Match core specs: 5x127 bolt pattern, center bore 71.6 mm or larger with rings, M14 x 2.00 lugs, and an offset and width close to OEM. Use the calculator to compare donor specs to your Journey and confirm brake and fender clearance. Do not assume fitment based on brand or model alone.

• Can I run 20-inch wheels without rubbing?

  Possibly, if the tire’s overall diameter stays close to your OEM baseline and the wheel’s offset and width maintain inner and outer clearances. Verify with the calculator and a physical test fit. Some combinations may still require fender trimming or different offsets.

• Do I need hub-centric rings?

  If your aftermarket wheel bore is larger than 71.6 mm, use rings to adapt to 71.6 mm. If the wheel bore is exactly 71.6 mm and the wheel is designed for this hub, rings are not needed.

• What lug nuts should I use?

  Use M14 x 2.00 lug nuts that match the seat type required by the wheel (commonly conical or mag seat). The wrong seat type can loosen or damage the wheel. Follow OEM torque specs from the service manual.

• Will changing tire size affect my speedometer?

  Yes. The calculator shows the percentage difference. Keep overall diameter changes small to minimize speedometer and ABS impact. Large deviations may require calibration.

• Can I reuse my factory TPMS sensors?

  Often yes, but confirm sensor compatibility with the new wheels and follow the OEM relearn procedure. Replace seals and grommets as needed to prevent leaks.

• Is it safe to use spacers?

  Only when necessary, using hub-centric spacers matched to 71.6 mm and ensuring proper stud engagement with M14 x 2.00 hardware. Recheck torque and clearances. If in doubt, select wheels with the correct offset instead of using spacers.