Target Audience:
Professional technicians and DIY owners with basic mechanical and electrical knowledge
Primary Use:
Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair reference
Source Material:
Factory service manual content
Advantage:
Instant PDF download with full printable pages and zoom capability
Coverage Areas:
Full vehicle service and repair
Manual Type:
Factory-style service and repair manual
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Zoom:
Zoom in/out supported
Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip
Compatibility:
All versions of Windows & Mac
Page Count:
N/A - not specified in product listing
Engine:
Complete mechanical repair, disassembly, and assembly procedures
Engine Lubrication:
Oil system service and specifications
Cooling System:
Cooling system diagnosis and repair
Fuel System:
Fuel delivery and injection service
Ignition System:
Diagnosis and component testing
Transmission / Transaxle:
Automatic and manual transmission service and overhaul
Driveline:
Transfer case, driveshaft, and axles
Brakes:
Hydraulic, drum, disc, and parking brake procedures
Steering:
Power steering system service
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension repair
Electrical:
Wiring, charging, starting, and body electrical
Heating & Air Conditioning:
HVAC diagnosis and service
Emission Controls:
Emission system service and testing
Body & Frame:
Body components and panel procedures
Wheels & Tires:
Wheel and tire service
Step-by-Step Repair:
Complete step-by-step repair procedures
Disassembly & Assembly:
Full disassembly, assembly, and cleaning instructions
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance procedures
Specifications:
Critical specifications and torque data
Illustrations:
Illustrations and pictures throughout
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic and troubleshooting charts
Depth:
Factory-trained technician level with data adequate for most DIY mechanics
Parts Information:
N/A - parts identification not the focus of this manual
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Standard Engine:
5.2L (318 cu in) Magnum V8
Optional Engine:
5.9L (360 cu in) Magnum V8
Configuration:
90-degree V8, OHV, 16 valves
Fuel System:
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
5.2L Output:
Approximately 230 hp / 300 lb-ft torque
5.9L Output:
Approximately 245 hp / 335 lb-ft torque
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded
Standard Transmission:
4-speed automatic (A518 / 46RE)
Optional Transmission:
N/A - automatic was the only offering for this model
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive or shift-on-the-fly 4WD
Transfer Case:
New Process NP231 part-time 4WD
Service Data:
Full rebuild and adjustment procedures in manual
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock brakes available
Traction Aid:
Part-time 4WD system
Airbags:
Dual front airbags standard
Structure:
Body-on-frame SUV construction
Restraints:
Three-point seat belts front, rear shoulder belts
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified in product listing
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with cassette; optional CD player
Speakers:
Multi-speaker setup depending on trim
Driver Assistance Systems:
N/A - none offered in this era
Instrumentation:
Full gauge cluster with tachometer
Oil & Filter:
Approximately every 3,000-7,500 miles depending on driving conditions
Air Filter:
Inspect regularly; replace as needed
Spark Plugs:
Per scheduled service intervals in manual
Coolant:
Service per factory schedule
Transmission Fluid:
Service per severe/normal duty schedule
Drivetrain Fluids:
Transfer case and axles per scheduled intervals
Engine Oil:
API-rated SAE viscosity per factory chart (5W-30/10W-30 typical)
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol antifreeze mix per factory spec
ATF:
Mopar ATF+3 type fluid (46RE)
Exact Values:
Full torque and capacity tables included in the manual
Known Issues / Common Wear
Ball Joints:
Front ball joints are a known wear item
Intake Manifold Gasket:
Plenum gasket leaks common on 5.2L/5.9L Magnum V8s
Brake Rotors:
Rotor wear and warpage common under towing
Transmission:
46RE valve body and governor pressure sensor issues reported
Ball Studs / U-joints:
Driveshaft u-joints and steering components wear with mileage
Manufacturer:
Dodge, a division of Chrysler Corporation
Model Introduction:
Durango introduced for the 1998 model year as a larger Dakota-based SUV
Production Location:
Newark Assembly Plant, Delaware, USA
Model Evolution:
1999 was the second model year; a 5.9L R/T performance version was offered
