Top 10 2005 Dodge Magnum Questions & Answers

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.

The factory amp is located under the steering column. Here is a pic. Good luck!

you need to see what the eng lite for if there is a trans codes usually the pcm wont let the speed go over 40 stays in safe mode untill you fix the problem or change the sensor,for the esp you need to chage the esp sensor and recalibrate by the dealer

Here's a link to the owners manual free download. Simply put year and model in and it will bring up your manual.

Fuse block information begins on page 307 and ends on page 312

ESP = Electronic Stability Program
BAS = Brake Assist System

Check and download in the 2005-Dodge-Magnum-LX-Owners-Manual (page 307 and next).

Hope helps (remember rated this).

It's pretty simple. In mine, there is a positive terminal under the hood with a red " " cover; this is where the positive cable goes. On the body of the car, near the positive terminal, there is a tab that sticks out (this is where the negative cable goes). Hook the cables to a good battery; wait a few minutes and start your car.

There were 3 different engine options for this car. See pictures below. I also recommend you read my post at http://www.fixya.com/cars/r5973094-starter_replace . If you have any trouble or would like step by step instructions, please get back to me.

For the 2.7 and 3.5 engines:


For the 5.7 with rear wheel drive:



For the 5.7 linter engine with all wheel drive:

Limp mode can be reset as eaily as shutting off the car and restarting it. the computer will then retest the system, if the problem is gone you will not go into limp mode. but if the problem is still evident, you will have to have it repaired before it will work properly.

It sounds to me like you need to find a mechanic that knows what he is doing. The "Red lighning bolt" Is the electroninc throttle control (ETC) warning lamp. Your mechanic is probably not getting any codes because he is probably using a cheap generic OBD code reader that can only access continuous memory fault codes. Most of these code readers cannot access current codes, manufacturer specific codes, or read the data stream from the computer.

You should also access the OBD readiness monitors to see if any of them are showing "Not Complete". This can be a very good indication that the PCM is losing battery power intermittently. There are several things that can be tested and verified without any codes.

With all that said, you should also be aware that 2005 Dodge Magnums that fit certain VIN criteria, equipped with 2.7L engines are subject to a service campaign (voluntary manufacturer recall) for problems with the electronic throttle control systems. If you do not know if this recall has been completed already on your vehicle, I would recommend that you contact your local dealer and have them run your VIN to see if this bulletin applies to your vehicle, and if so, has the recall been completed. You might just get the thing fixed for FREE!

The Service Campaign Bulletin number is D29, Dated July 2004
Related Reference Number: RC-D29-04

Otherwise, the only other suggestion I have for you is to take it to a different mechanic. It only took me about 5 minutes to come up with the information I have posted here. Any auto tech worth his salt could have given you the same information in about as much time as this has taken me....