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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2005MAGNUM R/T, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISELECTRICALCHARGING SYSTEMSBATTERY SYSTEMBATTERY CABLESREMOVALPOSITIVE - ENGINE COMPARTMENT

2005 Dodge and Ram Magnum R/T, AWD

Positive - Engine Compartment

2005 Dodge and Ram Magnum R/T, AWDSECTION Positive - Engine Compartment

Fig 1: Battery System Components

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Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. Be certain that all electrical accessories are turned off.
Remove the spare tire cover to gain access to the battery.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable (3).
Raise vehicle on hoist, (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Remove the right front wheelhouse splash shield to gain access to the battery positive cable bulkhead outside terminal, (Refer to BODY/EXTERIOR/RF WHEELHOUSE SPLASH SHIELD - REMOVAL) .

Fig 2: Bulkhead Fastener
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Remove the battery positive cable to bulkhead fastener.

Fig 3: Battery Positive Cable
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Remove the battery positive cable to starter fastener.

Fig 4: Routing Clips
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On the 2.7L and 3.5L free the battery positive cable from the routing clips located at the back of the engine.

Fig 5: Battery Positive Cable
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On the 5.7L free the battery positive cable from the routing clip located at the back of the starter.
Remove the battery positive cable from the vehicle making note of the cable routing.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.