🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Magnum SRT8 Year: 2006 Codes Internal Model Code: LC Engine Code: Hemi (EZD) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Full-size Station Wagon / Performance Wagon Niche: High-performance, rear-wheel-drive niche targeting enthusiasts seeking practicality with power. Competitive Analysis Competitors 2006: Pontiac GTO, Subaru Impreza WRX STI (in terms of performance, though different segments), Audi RS6 (premium performance wagon) Key Features Performance Focus: Emphasis on the SRT (Street and Racing Technology) upgrades for enhanced performance. Practicality: Combines the utility of a wagon with a potent V8 engine. Powertrain: Naturally aspirated 6.1L HEMI V8 engine. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: 2006 Dodge Magnum SRT8 Secondary Coverage: General Dodge Magnum features (non-SRT specific where applicable) Page Count Estimated Pages: Approximately 300-400 pages (based on typical OEM owner's manuals for performance models) Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF (Electronic) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine, Transmission, Driveline Chassis: Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels, Tires Electrical: Lighting, Instrumentation, Audio System, Power Accessories Body: Interior Features, Exterior Features, Climate Control Safety Systems: Airbags, Seat Belts, ABS, Traction Control, Stability Control Procedures Included Operation: Starting and operating the vehicle, using vehicle controls and features Maintenance: Recommended maintenance schedules, fluid checks and top-offs, tire pressure checks, basic fluid level checks Do It Yourself: Limited DIY tasks such as checking fluid levels, changing wiper blades, changing bulbs (basic), checking tire pressure Safety: Driving safety, emergency procedures, towing safety, child seat installation Technical Depth Depth: Owner-level information, focusing on operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Does not cover in-depth diagnostic procedures or component-level repair. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely searchable text content (OCR processed) Print Quality Printability: High-resolution for clear printing Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Format) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital Format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: V8, Naturally Aspirated Displacement: 6.1 Liters (370 cubic inches) Bore X Stroke: 4.06 in x 3.58 in (103 mm x 91 mm) Compression Ratio: 10.3:1 Valvetrain: Overhead Valve (OHV), 2 valves per cylinder Fuel Delivery: Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) Block Material: Cast Iron Head Material: Aluminum Performance Horsepower: 425 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque: 420 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm Fuel System Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended) Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.7 gallons (70.8 Liters) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-speed Automatic (W5A580) Transmission Features: Autostick manual shifting mode, electronic control Optional Optional Transmission: None offered for SRT8 Fluid Specifications Transmission Fluid Type: ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid, Type 95) Fluid Capacities Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approximately 9.5 quarts (9.0 Liters) for a complete fluid change 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 197.7 inches (5021 mm) Width: 74.1 inches (1882 mm) Height: 57.9 inches (1471 mm) Wheelbase: 116.0 inches (2946 mm) Front Track: 62.1 inches (1577 mm) Rear Track: 61.6 inches (1565 mm) Ground Clearance: Approx. 4.7 inches (119 mm) (SRT specific tuning) Wheel Bolt Pattern: 5 x 115 mm Wheel Size: 20 x 9.0 inches (Front & Rear) Tire Size Front: 245/45ZR20 Tire Size Rear: 255/45ZR20 Cargo Cargo Volume: Approx. 29.6 cubic feet (838 Liters) Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 4,070 lbs (1846 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Approx. 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact Driver: Good (Based on general LX platform ratings) NHTSA Front Impact Passenger: Good (Based on general LX platform ratings) IIHS Front Offset Driver: Good (Based on general LX platform ratings) IIHS Side Impact: Acceptable (Based on general LX platform ratings) Active Features Brake System: Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, SRT-tuned performance brakes Stability Control: Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Traction Control Traction Control: All-speed traction control Passive Features Airbags Front: Advanced multi-stage front airbags Airbags Side: Supplemental front seat-mounted side airbags Airbags Curtain: Supplemental side-curtain airbags (for front and second-row outboard occupants) Seat Belts: Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for all seating positions Child Anchors: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player. Optional Boston Acoustics premium audio system. Display: Center console display for climate, audio, and vehicle settings. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard electronic cruise control. Tire Pressure Monitoring: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Connectivity Auxiliary Input: Standard auxiliary audio input jack. Satellite Radio: Optional SiriusXM Satellite Radio 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 6,000 miles (9,600 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (under normal driving conditions). Tire Rotation Interval: Every 6,000 miles (9,600 km) or every oil change. Air Filter Replacement: Check every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed or every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Spark Plug Replacement: Typically every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) for the 6.1L HEMI (refer to manual for exact interval and type). Coolant Flush Interval: Every 5 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 5W-40 Synthetic...
Owner-level information, focusing on operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Does not cover in-depth diagnostic procedures or component-level repair.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely searchable text content (OCR processed)
Print Quality
Printability:
High-resolution for clear printing
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Format)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital Format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
V8, Naturally Aspirated
Displacement:
6.1 Liters (370 cubic inches)
Bore X Stroke:
4.06 in x 3.58 in (103 mm x 91 mm)
Compression Ratio:
10.3:1
Valvetrain:
Overhead Valve (OHV), 2 valves per cylinder
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Block Material:
Cast Iron
Head Material:
Aluminum
Performance
Horsepower:
425 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
420 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
18.7 gallons (70.8 Liters)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
5-speed Automatic (W5A580)
Transmission Features:
Autostick manual shifting mode, electronic control
Optional
Optional Transmission:
None offered for SRT8
Fluid Specifications
Transmission Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid, Type 95)
Fluid Capacities
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approximately 9.5 quarts (9.0 Liters) for a complete fluid change
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
197.7 inches (5021 mm)
Width:
74.1 inches (1882 mm)
Height:
57.9 inches (1471 mm)
Wheelbase:
116.0 inches (2946 mm)
Front Track:
62.1 inches (1577 mm)
Rear Track:
61.6 inches (1565 mm)
Ground Clearance:
Approx. 4.7 inches (119 mm) (SRT specific tuning)
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
5 x 115 mm
Wheel Size:
20 x 9.0 inches (Front & Rear)
Tire Size Front:
245/45ZR20
Tire Size Rear:
255/45ZR20
Cargo
Cargo Volume:
Approx. 29.6 cubic feet (838 Liters)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 4,070 lbs (1846 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approx. 5,000 lbs (2268 kg)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
Good (Based on general LX platform ratings)
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
Good (Based on general LX platform ratings)
IIHS Front Offset Driver:
Good (Based on general LX platform ratings)
IIHS Side Impact:
Acceptable (Based on general LX platform ratings)
Active Features
Brake System:
Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, SRT-tuned performance brakes
Stability Control:
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Traction Control
Traction Control:
All-speed traction control
Passive Features
Airbags Front:
Advanced multi-stage front airbags
Airbags Side:
Supplemental front seat-mounted side airbags
Airbags Curtain:
Supplemental side-curtain airbags (for front and second-row outboard occupants)
Seat Belts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for all seating positions
Child Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player. Optional Boston Acoustics premium audio system.
Display:
Center console display for climate, audio, and vehicle settings.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard electronic cruise control.
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Connectivity
Auxiliary Input:
Standard auxiliary audio input jack.
Satellite Radio:
Optional SiriusXM Satellite Radio
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 6,000 miles (9,600 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (under normal driving conditions).
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 6,000 miles (9,600 km) or every oil change.
Air Filter Replacement:
Check every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed or every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Typically every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) for the 6.1L HEMI (refer to manual for exact interval and type).
Coolant Flush Interval:
Every 5 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-40 Synthetic (API SN or newer)
Engine Oil Capacity:
7.0 quarts (6.6 Liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (MS-7170 or equivalent HOAT)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3
Power Steering Fluid Type:
Mopar Power Steering Fluid or equivalent (Chrysler MS-5931)
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Suspension components (ball joints, tie rods, control arm bushings) due to performance driving and weight. Brake pad and rotor wear.
Powertrain Concerns:
While the 6.1L Hemi is robust, exhaust manifold leaks and occasional water pump issues can arise. Transmission can be sensitive to fluid condition and towing abuse.
Electrical Quirks:
Typical for the era, potential for minor electrical gremlins with door locks, windows, or sensors if not maintained.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Dodge Heritage:
Dodge's long history of performance vehicles, particularly with V8 engines and muscle car heritage.
Model Evolution
Magnum Origins:
The Dodge Magnum nameplate has historical roots in Dodge performance cars, revived for the modern era as a versatile, performance-oriented wagon.
Lx Platform:
Based on the Chrysler LX platform, shared with the Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, and Dodge Challenger.
Srt8 Introduction:
The SRT8 variant represents the pinnacle of performance for the Magnum line, introduced in limited numbers for the 2005-2008 model years.
Production
Production Period Magnum:
2005-2008
Production Location:
Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
Units Produced Srt8 Approx:
Estimated ~5,000-7,000 units globally across all model years.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Performance Awards:
Often cited for its potent engine and surprisingly capable handling for its size and segment. Competitor in the 'sleeper' performance vehicle category.
Market Reception:
Praised for its straight-line performance and unique styling, but criticized by some for fuel economy and ride comfort compared to less powerful alternatives.
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