Vehicle Type:
        
        
            Mid-size Station Wagon / Sport Wagon
        
     
    
        
            Segment Description:
        
        
            Unique segment, blending SUV-like space and utility with car-like driving dynamics. Positioned as a stylish and practical alternative to traditional SUVs and sedans.
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors 2005:
        
        
            Ford Five Hundred, Subaru Outback, Chevrolet Impala (as a sedan competitor for family transport), Toyota Camry (for sedan buyers seeking more space).
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            American muscle car styling cues applied to a wagon body, offering bold aesthetics and distinctive road presence.
        
     
    
        
            Powertrain Options:
        
        
            Available with potent V6 and V8 HEMI engines, providing strong performance for its class.
        
     
    
    
        
            Benefit To Owner:
        
        
            Empowers owners with factory-level knowledge for confident DIY maintenance and repairs, reducing reliance on costly professional services.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Focus:
        
        
            Repair and Maintenance Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Professional Technicians and DIY Mechanics
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Extensive (typical factory service manual size, several thousand pages)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Repair Service Manual / Workshop Manual
        
     
    
    
    
    
        
            Delivery Method:
        
        
            Instant Download
        
     
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            All Engine Variants (e.g., 3.5L V6, 5.7L HEMI V8)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Automatic Transmissions (e.g., W5A580, NAG1)
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front and Rear Suspension Systems
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Hydraulic Brake Systems, ABS, Traction Control
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power Steering System
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Complete Electrical Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Body Control Module (BCM)
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems
        
     
    
        
            Body And Frame:
        
        
            Body Repair, Exterior Trim, Interior Trim, Doors, Windows, Seats
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), OBD-II Information, Troubleshooting Guides
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled Maintenance, Fluid Changes, Filter Replacements, Inspections
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Step-by-Step Repair Procedures for All Major Components
        
     
    
        
            Disassembly Assembly:
        
        
            Detailed Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions for Components
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning Reinstalling:
        
        
            Procedures for Cleaning and Reinstalling Parts
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            System-Specific Troubleshooting Guides
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive: Covers everything from basic fluid checks to complex engine and transmission overhauls and advanced diagnostics.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            5-Speed Automatic
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Model V6:
        
        
            W5A580 (Mercedes-Benz sourced, also known as NAG1)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Model V8:
        
        
            5-Speed Automatic (tuned for HEMI)
        
     
    
    
        
            Optional Transmission:
        
        
            None (5-speed automatic was standard across all trims)
        
     
    
    
        
            Overdrive:
        
        
            Yes (5th gear)
        
     
    
        
            Manual Shift Mode:
        
        
            AutoStick (manual shift gate)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            ATF+4 (Mopar)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Frontal Driver Crash Rating:
        
        
            ★★★★★ (5-star)
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Frontal Passenger Crash Rating:
        
        
            ★★★★★ (5-star)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Moderate Overlap Frontal Offset Rating:
        
        
            Good (for comparable models in the era)
        
     
    
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard (All-Speed Traction Control)
        
     
    
        
            Electronic Stability Control:
        
        
            Optional (ESP/ESC)
        
     
    
        
            Anti Lock Brakes:
        
        
            Standard (4-wheel ABS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags Front:
        
        
            Standard Driver and Front Passenger Airbags
        
     
    
        
            Airbags Side:
        
        
            Optional Front Side-Impact Airbags, Optional Side Curtain Airbags (for front and rear occupants)
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            3-point seatbelts with pretensioners for all seating positions
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audio System Options:
        
        
            Available AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional premium Boston Acoustics audio system, optional navigation system.
        
     
    
        
            Display Technology:
        
        
            Central dashboard display for climate and audio, optional touchscreen navigation display.
        
     
    
    
        
            Parking Sensors:
        
        
            Optional Rear Park Assist System.
        
     
    
    
        
            Connectivity Features:
        
        
            Limited by era; primarily audio auxiliary inputs on some models, no Bluetooth or USB connectivity standard.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles (depending on driving conditions and oil type used, check manual for specific recommendations)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Coolant Flush:
        
        
            Approximately every 60,000 miles or 5 years (consult manual for specific coolant type and interval)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Change:
        
        
            Every 60,000 to 100,000 miles (depending on driving conditions, critical for NAG1 transmission)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type 3.5L:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 (API Certified)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Type 5.7L Hemi:
        
        
            SAE 5W-20 (API Certified, meeting Chrysler MS-6395)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (HOAT) - Orange, or equivalent meeting MS-9769
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Issue 1:
        
        
            NAG1 Transmission Valve Body Issues: Some transmissions may develop shifting problems or torque converter shudder. Requires specialized diagnostics and repair.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issue 2:
        
        
            Suspension Component Wear: Bushings and ball joints can wear over time, leading to noise or handling issues.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issue 3:
        
        
            Electronic Module Failures: Occasional issues with Body Control Module (BCM) or other electronic control units.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issue 4:
        
        
            HEMI's Multi-Displacement System (MDS): While not a major issue for 2005, earlier versions of MDS could sometimes have related problems.
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Filter 3.5L Example:
        
        
            Mopar MO-349 or equivalent (e.g., Purolator L14670, Wix 57060)
        
     
    
        
            Oil Filter 5.7L Hemi Example:
        
        
            Mopar MO-357 or equivalent (e.g., Wix 57899, Purolator PL22500)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Dodge Legacy:
        
        
            Dodge has a long history of producing performance-oriented and distinctive American vehicles, including muscle cars and trucks.
        
     
    
    
        
            Magnum Return:
        
        
            The 2005 Dodge Magnum marked the return of the Magnum nameplate to the Dodge lineup after a hiatus, reinvented as a rear-wheel-drive wagon based on the LX platform.
        
     
    
        
            Lx Platform Sharing:
        
        
            Shared its platform with the Dodge Charger sedan, Chrysler 300, and Chrysler 300C.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            2005-2008
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada