SOURCE: 2005 dodge magnum gear shifter
If the shifter is stuck in Park,most likely the shift interlock is malfunctioning.The interlock solenoid,or actuator,is mounted on the shifter,and locks or unlocks the shifter in Park postion based on whether your foot is depressing the brake pedal.The problem could be the brake pedal switch,the interlock solenoid,or the wiring between the two.Also check all your taillight bulbs,third brake light bulbs,or any bulbs involved in the brake lights circuit.I have seen a brake light bulb that was burned out,cause the same symptoms as yours,but it was a different make vehicle.
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It's the shifter cable for sure. $15 + shipping from Moparpartsamerica.com
SOURCE: dodge magnum gear shift
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.
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You need to get to the transmission linkages with some penetrating spray, right where they are attached to transmission at front drivers side. You may have to remove battery & tray to get better access, but 90% of time that's the problem area. You'll see where the shifter linkages attach & pivot on top. The top linkage is your power valve,(like a kickdown) which kicks it down on acceleration, then returns after. This needs to move freely, and it may take some work & spray to get it loosened up, but that should help with your problem, as it affects the shifter itself too. After you get them movong freely, put a good coat of white lithium grease or similar on them . On my 95 neon, i'd have to do it, about once a year or more. Initially it would shift out of lower gear to next at higher revs, and when stopping it would shift down hard. Good Luck
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