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Mopar MAGNUM, 300C, 300 2005 Parts Catalog

I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years. If you’re ordering parts for a 2005–2006 LX platform car – that’s the Mopar MAGNUM, 300C, 300 2005 Parts Catalog territory – and you don’t have this catalog in your hand, you’re wasting time and money. Aftermarket catalogs mix up RWD and AWD parts, they guess on engine codes, and they don’t show the factory illustration so you can see what you’re actually buying. This is the OEM source: 625 pages of Mopar part numbers, figures, and VIN decoding, published in 2005 for the 2006 model year. Every split, every revision, every harness difference is in here. I’ve used these catalogs to pull parts for customer cars that had been misordered three times by the dealer. This one cuts that to zero.

VIN Plate Decoding: Why It Matters

Page 1 of the catalog gives you the full VIN plate decoding table, straight from Mopar. Position 5 tells you the vehicle line – 8 means 300C/SRT8 RWD, A means 300/300C/SRT-8 RWD, K means 300 AWD. Position 8 decodes 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. For example, the radiator group (007) splits into three figures depending on engine. Figure 007-110 covers 2.7L, 007-120 covers 3.5L, 007-130 covers 5.7L-6.1L. If you order a 3.5L radiator for a HEMI car, it won’t fit and you’re down a day. This chart prevents that.

Group 002 Front Suspension – AWD vs RWD Distinction

The front suspension group is split by driveline. Figure 002-110 covers RWD, Figure 002-120 covers AWD. The front stabilizer bar also has separate figures: 002-130 for RWD, 002-140 for AWD. The AWD cars use a different lower control arm and half-shaft assembly (Figure 002-210). I’ve seen a shop order RWD struts for an AWD Magnum because the parts counter guy didn’t check. This catalog kills that mistake. The part number listings are tied directly to the illustration, so you see the exact shape and bolt pattern before you order.

Group 005 Service Brakes – Exact Part Numbers for ABS

Service brakes cover everything from front discs (005-110 RWD, 005-120 AWD) to the hydraulic control unit for anti-lock brakes (005-420). If your ABS module fails, you need the exact Mopar part number from that figure. Aftermarket rebuilds are hit-or-miss. Figure 005-620 even covers the adjustable brake pedal assembly – a common failure on early LX cars. The catalog also includes the brake booster (005-310) and master cylinder (005-410). Each figure lists every nut, bolt, and spring with its part number. You won’t be hunting through a generic parts book.

Group 007 Cooling – Matching Radiator to Engine Code

Cooling is where misorder costs real money. Figures 007-110 through 007-130 cover radiators by engine: 2.7L, 3.5L, and 5.7L-6.1L. The 5.7L and 6.1L share a radiator, but the 2.7L uses a different core width. The catalog also shows water pump (007-210), coolant recovery system and heater plumbing split by engine (007-310, 320, 330), and drive pulleys (007-415 for 2.7L, 007-420 for 3.5L, 007-430 for 5.7L-6.1L). If you need a serpentine belt for the HEMI, Figure 007-510 gives you the correct length – no guessing.

Group 008 Electrical – Sensors, Modules, and Fuses

Electrical is a nightmare without factory part numbers. Group 008 splits starters and alternators by engine code: Figures 008-105/205 for 2.7L, 008-110/210 for 3.5L, 008-115/215 for 5.7L-6.1L. Sensors are broken out by engine (008-605, 610, 620) and include oxygen sensors (008-625), transmission sensors (008-630), and body sensors (008-635). The power distribution centers are shown with relay and fuse locations for under-hood (008-505) and trunk (008-510). If you’re chasing an electrical gremlin, having the correct module part number from Figure 008-405 (interior) or 008-410 (exterior) saves hours of multimeter guessing.

Why Factory Mopar Documentation Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs often renumber Mopar part numbers, or they omit supersessions. This is the original Mopar print from April 18, 2005. The part numbers are exactly what the dealer uses. The illustrations are factory line-art, not scanned photocopies. You get the same data the Chrysler parts network uses. I’ve compared this to a popular aftermarket CD – the aftermarket missed three different axle shaft variations for the AWD front differential (Group 002-410). This catalog doesn’t miss them. For anyone working on a 2005-2006 Magnum, 300C, or 300, this is the only parts reference you should trust.

Related manuals you may need: 2007 Mopar Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep Parts Catalog – 222 Pages Factory Specs if you work on later models, 1995-96 Import Parts Catalog: Vista, Summit, Stealth for non-Mopar projects, and Mopar CS 2006 Parts Catalog for the 2006 year complement. For context on the LX platform’s engineering, see Automotive Industry Overview and understand how Automotive Battery specs integrate with the electrical group.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog include torque specs for suspension bolts?

No. This catalog lists part numbers, not torque specs.

Can I use this to decode my VIN and identify which engine I have?

Yes. Page 1 contains the full VIN plate decoding information. The table shows position 5 for vehicle line (8=300C/SRT8 RWD LHD, A=300/300C/SRT-8 RWD LHD, etc.), position 8 for engine (G=3.5L, H=5.7L HEMI, R=2.7L, W=6.1L HEMI). You can determine if your car is AWD or RWD, which series, and which engine. That’s critical when ordering parts because many components differ per engine code. For example, the radiator part numbers in Group 007 are split by engine: Figure 007-110 for 2.7L, 007-120 for 3.5L, 007-130 for 5.7L-6.1L. Without knowing your engine code from the VIN, you’d order the wrong radiator.

Does it cover aftermarket accessories?

Yes. Group 001 covers Mopar accessories like bike carriers, ski racks, and luggage carriers.

How do I locate a part for the rear differential on an AWD Magnum?

Turn to Group 003. Figure 003-220 covers Housing and Differential with Internal Parts and Axle Shafts for AWD. The illustration and part number list will get you the exact component you need. For RWD cars, use Figure 003-210.

Stop guessing part numbers and burning return shipping. Access the Factory Manual now and keep it on your bench for every LX platform job.