Why is my 2005 dodge magnum is not in first gear an in 8 I do have to change the shifter however wondering did that cause the problem? Thanks

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I had the same problem. The interlock was not the problem. I had the shifter replaced (at my own expense because drive train warranty would not cover). After examining the old shifter discovered source of problem is a plastic cam on the front of ths shifter. A tiny PLASTIC ear which connects to a small spring had broken off. I repaired this by putting in a small screw where the ear had been. Incidentally, my tow truck driver had also seen the same problem on several Chrysler 300s. In my estimation this is a poor design on Chrysler's part.

SOURCE: 2005 Dodge Magnum w/out hemi stalling

I have a 2005 Magnum and was also having this problem. Stalled out a few times and continued to idle rough and feel like it was going to die when I would slow down. At times it would feel like I would get a hesitation and then a surge. Engine light would go on for a day or so, then go out for a few days. First time I took it in, the dealership told me that it was a broken seal (I don't know where), but they replaced it and it continued to happen. The second time I took it to a mom & pop shop, and they told me that it was the oxygen sensor/altimeter, replaced it (only a $35 part), and I haven't had a problem since. That was 6 months ago. Hope this helps...

SOURCE: How do I change a EGR Valve on a 2005 Dodge Magnum STX w/3.5 engi

its a pain in the *** but it located on the right rear (pass. side) of the motor. it bolts to the cylinder head and runs up to the intake manifold

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It's located in your fuel tank.

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SOURCE: 2005 dodge magnum gear shifter

its your transmission shifter assembly it cost 65$ for the part from dealership and 100$ dollars in labor i just had it done to mine