Do you have to remove the passenger side tire before changing a car battery on a 2002 dodge intrepid?

yes, you have to take the tire off, but NOT the passenger tire, its the drivers side tire. at least its the easiest way. you need: phillips screwdriver to remove fender trim, 1/2 inch socket or wrench for the battery hold-down, 5/16%26quot; socket or wrench for the cables and a 3/4%26quot; lug wrench to get the tire off. take the tire off and unscrew the lower black plastic fender trim on the front side of the wheel arch, near the front bumper. you%26#039;ll find the battery hidden behind there.