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#13 of 27 MAGNUM STEERING by tekno1 Jun 15, 2008 (12:15 am)
I have a 2007 R/T AWD which has severe steering problems. On a smooth, flat road it will go straight. On a road which has a crown, I am fighting the wheel most of the time to keep it on the road. Slight imperfections in the road cause the car to "squirm" and sometimes feel like it is jumping right or left. On roads with irregular surfaces, the car rocks side to side like a vehicle which has been wrecked. The steering feels very loose and one tends to overcorrect when changing lanes, etc. On high speed sweeping curves, the car rocks with any irregularity in the road and feels like I am losing control. I have had it to three dealers, who have aligned it twice and pronounce it "normal." I have the Continentals which I hear may be a problem, but I have Continentals on my Avalon which corrected the poor performance of the original Michelins. I have seen one comment here that an adjustment of a "subframe" and alignment corrected the problem. I have also seen a comment that the steering gear was replaced. Any other suggestions? Replies to this message: highlander01 (Jul 01, 2008 7:01 pm) migrain1 (Jul 26, 2008 9:11 pm)
#14 of 27 Re: MAGNUM STEERING [tekno1] by highlander01 Jul 01, 2008 (7:01 pm)
Replying to: tekno1 (Jun 15, 2008 12:15 am) Continentals are a HUGE problem. Mine lasted 18 K !!!!!! The run flats just plain suck!!!!   Do you have steering noise problem when turning?? If so run it to the dealership and have them inspect the differential discs BEFORE the warranty expires!!!! A little know fact that Dodge knows about but is not on their service bulletin radar (yet).   It could save you up to $500!!!!
#16 of 27 Re: MAGNUM STEERING [tekno1] by migrain1 Jul 26, 2008 (9:11 pm)
Replying to: tekno1 (Jun 15, 2008 12:15 am) I had the same issue with my 06 RT AWD. All over the road! I replaced the tires with yokohama and it was like I have a whole new car. The factory tires are junk and worn out at 18k. It would be even better with a wider set of Generals I think. The yokos are a bit stiff when cold, but worlds better than the conti.
#17 of 27 05 dodge magnum r/t slow speed rattle front end by bschomburg Jul 31, 2008 (11:37 am)
when driving slow (parking lot, etc.) and encounter small bump, there is a distinctive rattle in the front end, particularly the drivers side. At normal speeds no noise noticeable. Have had the Tie rods upper and lower ? replaced, no fix. alignment, tires, brakes all good. Help! Replies to this message: firechief2 (Sep 12, 2008 12:14 pm) uddriver (Sep 30, 2008 11:17 am) BlakkMagnum05 (Dec 01, 2008 2:02 pm) and 1 more... mastertech19 (Apr 23, 2009 1:44 pm) mastertech19 (Apr 23, 2009 2:53 pm) adfokker (Dec 01, 2009 2:21 pm)
#18 of 27 Re: 05 dodge magnum r/t slow speed rattle front end [bschomburg] by firechief2 Sep 12, 2008 (12:14 pm)
Replying to: bschomburg (Jul 31, 2008 11:37 am) I have the same issue with a rattle on a 2008 Magnum. The noise, however, is coming from the passenger side. It only occurs when I am on residential streets, or somewhere you have to drive at lower speeds. I have been to the dealership twice, they claim to have not heard a thing. They said they re torqued everything on the front end and there was nothing loose. They also said, they had re lubed the entire front end and that should stop it. It hasn't. I am going to take it back for the third time next week. Does anyone have any ideas at all? Replies to this message: uddriver (Sep 30, 2008 11:17 am) BlakkMagnum05 (Dec 01, 2008 2:02 pm) adfokker (Dec 01, 2009 2:30 pm)
#19 of 27 Re: 05 dodge magnum r/t slow speed rattle front end [firechief2] by uddriver Sep 30, 2008 (11:17 am)
Replying to: firechief2 (Sep 12, 2008 12:14 pm) My 05 Magnum had the poor handling issues. Dumping the OEM tires cured that. I also had the rattling knocking noises at low speed over bumpy roads, parking lots. My mechanic replaced the sway bar bushings and that resolved the issue. The noises have returned again, so I believe the other bushings are probably toast. Most mechanics said there wasn't anything wrong with the front end, but this last guy really researched it for me. Replies to this message: BlakkMagnum05 (Dec 01, 2008 2:02 pm) adfokker (Dec 01, 2009 2:30 pm)
#20 of 27 Re: 05 dodge magnum r/t slow speed rattle front end [uddriver] by BlakkMagnum05 Dec 01, 2008 (2:02 pm)
Replying to: uddriver (Sep 30, 2008 11:17 am) The annoying rattle in the front end is definately bushings, my guess is the weight of the vehicle is making them wear pretty quickly. from the sound and looks of the bushings, it is the large sway bar in the front end. I have an 05, bought it in summer of 04, have 70,000 mi's and the rattle has progressively gotten louder over bumpy roads at any speed, as the miles stack on. if you have any other front end noise, look at your wheel bearings, my driver side front was toast at 50,000mi. The rear differential blew its seal around 55,000 and lost all its oil, fixed it before it siezed (under warranty) prior to it being fixed, I noticed an oil drip under the rear driveline, you could see the oil splash burned to the exhaust pipe that runs past the pumpkin, i took it to the dealership, they said it was fine, not to worry, it kept dripping. I took it to another dodge shop on the east coast during a road-trip, told them to open it up, they realized it was bad and fixed it. beyond this, the car has been pretty solid, put some performance tires on it with the 18in rims and you're good to go. Replies to this message: adfokker (Dec 01, 2009 2:30 pm)
#21 of 27 Dodge=Junk by lesson1learn Dec 17, 2008 (7:28 am)
I'm sure i am not the first to make this statement but they don't make them like they use to, and what ever happened to customer service, here is my story!! i purchased my 2005 magnum in december of 04, i spotted a black magnum while driving down I-10 and said to myself i like that car, yes looks are deceiving, i decided to purchase a new vehicle and headed straight to the dcj dealership, 1st wrong move, we all know soon as you step foot on the dealers property they become your long lost friend act as if they are part of your family even offer their first unborn child anything for a sale. Myself not knowing the tactics and lies they tell to sucker you WITH a piece of crap. Two days of driving around the car just died in the middle of the street, took the car back in but you know the service big excuse "can't duplicate the problem" so it's not our problem. so after many trips back to the dealer for every problem listed here in these forums, i see that i'm not the only person with a pile of crap in the garage, WHAT GOES AROUND WILL COME AROUND FOR YOU CAR MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS.
#22 of 27 Re: 05 dodge magnum r/t slow speed rattle front end [bschomburg] by mastertech19 Apr 23, 2009 (1:44 pm)
Replying to: bschomburg (Jul 31, 2008 11:37 am) i have the same problem on a customers car and i will tell u it will either be the torque rods which run from front of the sub frame to the spindle Quote not the ball joint the bushing in the torque rod cracks and causes the noise just replace both torque rods and it should be fine im told they are 104.00 a peace what ever u do try to stay away from replaceing the lower ball joints they are 900.00 each the whole spindle assembly unbeleavable hope this helps you out which im sure it will good luck oh and make sure to check the end links and the sway bar bushings aswell but unlikely the problem.

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