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Dodge Magnum, 300 2005 Parts Catalog – Factory Part Numbers, VIN Decoding, and Mopar Accessories

When you’re trying to order a front stabilizer bar for an AWD Magnum and the parts counter guy asks for a VIN, you need the right reference. Pulling a part off the shelf and hoping it fits costs billable hours. That’s why this Dodge Magnum, 300 2005 Parts Catalog exists. It’s the exact same binder the dealership used when your car was still under warranty. No aftermarket condensation – just 570 pages of factory exploded views and part numbers.

I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years. Aftermarket parts catalogs leave out critical details – like which rear differential housing fits a 5.7L vs a 6.1L. This OEM document gives you the full LX platform breakdown. You get Group structure (2,3,5,7,8) and figure numbers that tie directly to Mopar ordering systems. If you’ve ever ordered a brake hose for a 2005 300C and got the wrong length, you know what I mean.

VIN Plate Decoding: Why It Matters

Page 1 of this catalog lays out the entire VIN plate decoding table. Position 5 tells you if it’s a Magnum SXT (code 4), Magnum R/T (code 5), 300/300C RWD (code A), or 300 AWD (code K). Position 8 identifies the engine: G for 3.5L, H for 5.7L HEMI, R for 2.7L, W for 6.1L HEMI. Without this, you’re guessing which suspension group or radiator plumbing (see Fig. 7-330 for the 5.7L system) applies. You need the VIN decoded before you touch a part number.

570 Pages of Factory Part Numbers

Covering Groups 1 through 8. Group 1 alone lists 15 Mopar accessory categories – satellite receiver kit (Fig. 1-120), navigation kit (Fig. 1-150), bike carriers, trailer tow harness (Fig. 1-290), remote start kit (Fig. 1-310). Group 2 gets into front suspension: separate figures for RWD (Fig. 2-110) and AWD (Fig. 2-120). Rear axle in Group 3 includes differential assembly (Fig. 3-110) and internal parts. Service brakes (Group 5) split front brakes by drivetrain and rear disc (Fig. 5-210). Every part has a factory figure reference. No guessing.

Front Suspension & Drive: RWD vs AWD

If you’re swapping control arms on a 2005 300 AWD, you need the front axle shaft (Fig. 2-210) and differential housing (Fig. 2-610). The RWD car doesn’t use those parts. This catalog indexes them separately. Stabilizer bar differences between RWD (Fig. 2-130) and AWD (Fig. 2-140) are critical for torque specs and bushing fit. I’ve seen aftermarket catalogs combine them – bad idea. Order the wrong bar, and your sway link angles are off.

Does This Cover Service Brakes?

Group 5 covers front and rear brakes, master cylinder, power booster, and brake lines. But this is a parts catalog, not a service manual. You won’t find torque sequences or bleeding procedures. What you get: the exact OEM brake hose for front vs rear (Fig. 5-510 vs 5-520), the correct master cylinder (Fig. 5-410), and the hydraulic control unit for ABS (Fig. 5-420). If you’re rebuilding calipers, use this to order the right piston and seal kit. Pair it with a factory service manual for assembly specs.

Get the Right Part Number the First Time

Stop burning time cross-referencing aftermarket catalogs that don’t match real factory engineering. This Dodge Magnum, 300 2005 Parts Catalog is a scanned OEM PDF – exactly what came off the dealer’s microfiche. You can decode the VIN on page 1, flip to Group 8 for alternator and starter part numbers (see Fig. 8-115 for the 5.7L or 6.1L starter), and place the order. When you need related documentation, check the Dodge Caliber PM 2008 Parts Catalog – Front Suspension”>Caliber front suspension or Dodge Caliber 2007 Parts Catalog Accessories”>2007 Caliber accessories. For broader context on the automotive industry trends, see the Automotive Industry Overview”>overview. Battery specs? This catalog doesn’t cover batteries directly, but the Automotive Battery”>automotive battery guide helps. And for Mopar interiors, see Dodge Component Parts for Mopar Accessories”>Mopar accessories.

FAQ

Can I use this parts catalog to replace a water pump on a 2005 Magnum?

Only to identify the correct water pump part number. The catalog won’t show removal steps or torque specs. You need a service manual for that.

How do I know which radiator figure applies to my 300?

Look at the engine code from the VIN plate (page 1). 2.7L uses Fig. 7-110, 3.5L uses Fig. 7-120, 5.7L and 6.1L use Fig. 7-130. Don’t mix them – the coolant outlet locations differ.

Access the Factory Manual and you’ll have every part number for your 2005 Dodge Magnum or 300 at your fingertips. No more guessing which stabilizer bar fits an AWD car. No more returning the wrong brake hose. This is the OEM document that dealership parts departments rely on. Get it, and order parts with authority.