2005 Dodge Magnum Owner's Manual - Page 302

302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require adjustment under normal operating conditions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe damage to the transmission may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to accurately adjust the fluid level. Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows: Maintenance schedule "A" - No change necessary. Maintenance schedule "B" -Every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) change fluid and filter under the following conditions: • Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. All Wheel Drive (AWD) - If Equipped The all wheel drive system consists of a Transfer Case, and Front Differential. The exterior surface of these components should be inspected for evidence of fluid leaks. Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon as possible. The transfer case fill plug is located on the rear housing near the output shaft. The level can be verified by the service plug in the middle of the rear housing, even with the bottom of the hole. The front differential drain plug is on the outer cover near the halfshaft attachment. This unit can only be filled by removing the halfshaft and filling through that opening. Fluid Changes The fluid should be changed as follows: Normal Usage No Service Required Severe Usage Front Differential 48,000 miles (77 000 km) Transfer Case 48,000 miles (77 000 km)