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#27 of 1696 wimpy air conditioning by giles May 13, 2000 (8:03 pm)
The A/C on my 2000 SLT+, 5.9L, rear air option seems a little weak. Last week was the first time I really needed it. The outside temp was in the mid 90's and the A/C really didn't get very cold. I called the service tech when I got home. He said to measure the center air vent temperature with the fan and control on high. I should read "in the 40's" according to him. I used two thermometers-one said 51 degrees the other said 49. I had the rear A/C fan off at the time. I ran the engine at 1500 RPM for several minutes until the reading leveled out. That temperature seems high even for the newer (R134 ?) freon. I know this has been discussed before but wondered if anyone else has measured theirs. I read somewhere there was an A/C mod for the '99 but the 2000 had it from the factory.
#28 of 1696 Add to message 28 by giles May 13, 2000 (8:08 pm)
When I did the A/C test above the outside air was in the 70's.
#29 of 1696 New D by captain13 May 14, 2000 (1:41 am)
I picked up my new 4.7l SLT today. Drove it about 50 miles or so, (already had 250 miles on it) when I noticed that the check engine light was on. I called the dealership and they said not to worry, probably something minor like a sensor that needed re-calibration or something. Sure enough after driving for a while the light went off. Has anyone else experienced this and if so what was the remedy?
#30 of 1696 by fredly May 14, 2000 (1:59 am)
Just a few comments, My brother in Law recently had one of his dodge vehicles in for service and they gave him a brand new Durango as a loaner, just 8 miles on the ODO. I like the styling, its roomy I'm 5 10 and fit in every seat, nice sound system, and lots of amenity's Power great power I was concerned however when I took a peek under the hood and found Oil dark dirty oil seeping from around the valvehead cover-nuts. Is there any issue of this with other durango's ?
#31 of 1696 After-Market Sunroof by auto_curious May 14, 2000 (1:32 pm)
Has anyone had an after-market retractable sunroof installed on their Durango or has anyone done any research ? If so, Can the information be shared to direct me Where to look ? Any help is appreciated !
#32 of 1696 California Rebate...? by q8740 May 14, 2000 (3:14 pm)
Dodge is advertising a $1500.00 rebate on durangos with 5.9 and 4x2. Question is, dose this apply to 4x4 also or only 4x2 I called dodge and they said its a regional rebate and they have no info other than the std. $1000 rebate
#33 of 1696 Durango placed on "Safest" list! by mrstiffy May 14, 2000 (11:40 pm)
Erie Insurance lists the safest cars in its experience. Their criteria are listed at http://www.erie-insurance.com/carguide/2000cars2.html#Eight tough standards and include good records for death, injury, repair, and safety features as well as laboratory test results. Durango is shown on their "preferred" list at: http://www.erie-insurance.com/carguide/2000cars.html#Mid-range sport utility vehicles This information may be useful to those concerned about Durango's safety based only on laboratory crash test results.
#34 of 1696 5.9 vs 4.7 by slclark3 May 15, 2000 (12:50 am)
Just bought a new Durango with 4.7. It felt stronger than the 5.9 I drove plus hopefully will be better on gas. Both vehicles had the 3.92 rear gear. Has any one else made a comparison?
#35 of 1696 No oil leaks here... by rcarboni May 15, 2000 (2:12 am)
fredly, You didn't mention what engine was in the Durango you looked at, but I have the 5.9 and replaced my valve covers with Mopar performance aluminum covers. When I did, I noticed that the stock gaskets are very good quality with reinforced rubber, and are not prone to leaking. Sounds like it might be a quality control lapse and someone forgot to torque them down properly. others, For info on A/C, sunroofs, etc., you might want to try the Durango Owners Forum. There is a good FAQ page on all things Durango, and lots of owners to query: http://www.durangoclub.com/ceilidh/ceilidh.html
#36 of 1696 Engine break-in by jbecker5 May 15, 2000 (3:11 am)
I just bought a Durango (5.9L, 3.92) and was surprised to see that the recommended engine break-in period was only 300 miles. If I recall from a new vehicle purchase about 10 years ago, this number was more like 1500. With the Durango, I plan to tow a 3500lb. boat in mountainous areas, and wonder what others know about breaking in the new engine. Any suggestions?

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