Trying to make sure the wires are correct because battery getting too hot?

2008 DODGE RAM
165,000 MILES • 4.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TIMOTHY ROSSON
Bought truck used but it has a lot of electrical issues just want to start from scratch to make sure it's wired correctly.
Sep 25, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Good call, which wires do you want to make sure are good, also if the battery is getting hot it is being over charged, here is a guide to help confirm the charging voltage.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Let me know o the wiring. Please go over this guide and get back to us.

Sep 26, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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