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Replying to: dodge (Aug 16, 2005 4:00 pm)
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Replying to: peterskm (Aug 17, 2005 11:49 am)
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Replying to: dodge (Aug 17, 2005 11:52 am) |
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 Took a small trip from NYC to Baltimore, (not the thousands of miles that other writers have posted but good enough for the NE corridor). I'm very impressed with the gas mileage of the Magnum on highways, I averaged at least 25 miles per gallon. As opposed to about 15 miles per gallon in the city. The needle barely moved; shutting down half the cylinders really works, and it's invisible you're never aware of it. I couldn't feel any difference in anything performance wise while crusing. For those of you still wondering whether to get one, If you drive a lot of highways miles (which I don't, but I don't care) then this car is definitely worth taking a look at. You really can't call this car a gas guzzler the way it runs on the highway. I guess I'm lucky cause the only consistent problem I've had with this car is the lift gate not working. I finally took it back to dealer they confirmed something was wrong and ordered a new switch, should get it this week. Other than that when I'm driving I'm just
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Replying to: hman3 (Aug 04, 2005 9:54 am) Initial response from the zone manager was that the shuddering was normal for the Magnum RT. HA HA! What an idiotic position to take. The car ran perfectly when I bought it and didn't shudder for the first 3000+ miles. No one would buy a Magnum RT if shuddering and rough running were normal. The service manager finally was able to get authorization for parts and my hopes are that the car will run properly when I pick it up tomorrow. This time I have been told they are replacing the control module and have serviced and double flushed the transmission. I think the disconnect of the fly by wire throttle twice got their attention. It is a potentially deadly safety problem and there is a Chrysler Service Bulletin that is supposed to fix it. The disconnect incidents occurred upon aggressive throttle application as one would use trying to pass another vehicle on a two lane road. The problem occured the first time after my first service visit and the second time after thay did the fix called for in the Service Bulletin ... go figure. Stay tuned and I will report after I pick the vehicle up tomorrow.
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Replying to: vdogrt (Aug 16, 2005 10:38 am) The 2005 Dodge Magnum R/T with the trailer tow prep group is equipped to tow up to 3800lbs. So you’ll be able to tow the 2500lbs with ease, with or without the transmission cooler. Dodge wouldn’t release information stating that the Magnum can tow 3800lbs if transmission heat would be an issue. So the decision to get a transmission cooler is really personal preference. Well enjoy what’s left of the camping season!  John B.
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Replying to: hman3 (Aug 04, 2005 9:54 am) I just called to see if it was ready to pick up at the dealer and my contact said the service manager drove it after installing the new control module and double flushing and servicing the transmission and determined the problem is not fixed! ... so they have ordered a new torque converter and the installation should be completed by mid or late next week. I have my fingers crossed and am thankful a real effort is being made to correct the shuddering problem. I was told the control system has 15 sensors, so if the new torque converter doeesn't do the trick ... only 15 mort things to explore. Fortunately, I own a very low mleage 17 year old "garage queen" Corvette that needed some driving. I can't wait to get the Magnum running again like it did the first 3000 miles ... it was like a quiet ... powerful ... smooth ... magic carpet! I loved it! Stay tuned ...
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Replying to: lovertmagnum (Aug 19, 2005 3:47 pm) I think i have some problem with the transmission, when i brake hard then let off and step on the gas it seem like it slips or hesitates. it also seem like it slam into gear also around the same time. I do have the problem with the ruff idle but it sometimes depends what gas station i stop at. i bought my RT in may have 5500 mile. Dose any one know of any new service update as of late may. I am going in to get a service and would like to know about any so they do not try to pull a fast one on me. thanks all, this site is great love my mag it pulls my boat great and rides i style.
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Replying to: carguy18 (Aug 17, 2005 8:23 am)
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