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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Dodge Nitro
- 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS, CID:226, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:226, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
- 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS, CID:226, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:226, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
- 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS, CC:3952, CID:241, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:241, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> 1500, 2500 & 3500 -> 2500 & 3500 -> 5-Stud Rotors -> 8-Stud Rotors -> Aspen, Dakota & Durango -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Commander -> Compass, Liberty, Nitro & Patriot -> Dual Rear Wheel -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Grand Cherokee -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Rear w/Dual Wheels -> Rear w/Single Wheel -> Single Rear Wheel -> Sprinter -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
Caravan & Town & Country
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and caliper as outlined under . Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
- Slide brake rotor off hub.
- Reverse procedure to install. Clean brake rotor with alcohol or other suitable solvent.
Commander
Front
- Raise and support vehicle using suitable lift or jack.
- Remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove caliper as outlined in .
- Secure caliper anchor assembly using suitable wire.
- Remove and discard O-ring securing disc brake rotor on hub.
- Remove rotor from hub and bearing.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Nitro -> System Service -> Anti-Lock Brake System Bleed -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Manual Bleed -> Pressure Bleed -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS
Brake System Bleed
Manual Bleed
- Remove reservoir filler caps and fill reservoir with proper brake fluid.
- If calipers or wheel cylinders were overhauled, open all caliper and wheel cylinder bleed screws.
- Close each bleed screw as fluid starts to drip from them.
- Fill master cylinder reservoir once more before proceeding.
- Attach one end of bleed hose to bleed screw and insert opposite end in glass container partially filled with brake fluid, Fig. . Ensure bleed hose is immersed in fluid.
- Open up bleeder, then have an assistant press down brake pedal.
- Once brake pedal is down, close bleeder....
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Aspen, Dakota & Durango -> Assemble -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Commander -> Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Nitro, Patriot & Wrangler -> Disassemble -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Inspection -> Installation -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Removal -> Sprinter
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS
Caravan & Town & Country
Refer to for caliper replacement procedures.
Disassemble
- Remove caliper from adapter and rotor as outlined under . Do not disconnect brake hose from caliper. Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
- Position caliper away from rotor to prevent brake fluid spillage on machined surface, then place a small block of wood between caliper fingers to prevent piston damage during removal.
- Gently depress brake pedal to force caliper piston out of bore, then secure brake pedal at any position below one inch of pedal travel to prevent master cylinder br...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Parking Brake Service -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Nitro & Patriot & Wrangler -> Park Brake Shoes
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS
Caravan & Town & Country
Park Brake Shoes
- Set parking brake. Parking brake is set to keep hub/bearing and axle shaft from rotating when loosening hub nut.
- Raise and support vehicle allowing rear suspension to hang free.
- Remove rear wheels.
- Remove cotter pin and nut retainer from stub shaft of outer C/V joint.
- Remove spring washer, hub nut and washer from stub shaft of outer C/V joint.
- Release parking brake.
- Create slack in rear park brake by locking out automatic adjuster as follows:
- Grasp exposed section of front park brake and pull downward on it.
- Install a pair of suitable lockin...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Brake Bleed -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> Caliper Inspection -> General Precautions
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
Brake Lines & Linings
Remove one of the front wheels and inspect the brake disc, caliper and linings. The wheel bearings should be inspected at this time and repacked if required.
Do not get any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that both front wheel sets be replaced whenever a respective pad is worn or damaged. Inspect and, if required, replace rear brake linings also.
If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.
Brake Roughness
The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> 1500, 2500 & 3500 -> 2500 & 3500 -> 5-Stud Rotors -> 8-Stud Rotors -> Aspen, Dakota & Durango -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Commander -> Compass, Liberty, Nitro & Patriot -> Dual Rear Wheel -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Grand Cherokee -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Rear w/Dual Wheels -> Rear w/Single Wheel -> Single Rear Wheel -> Sprinter -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS
Caravan & Town & Country
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and caliper as outlined under . Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
- Slide brake rotor off hub.
- Reverse procedure to install. Clean brake rotor with alcohol or other suitable solvent.
Commander
Front
- Raise and support vehicle using suitable lift or jack.
- Remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove caliper as outlined in .
- Secure caliper anchor assembly using suitable wire.
- Remove and discard O-ring securing disc brake rotor on hub.
- Remove rotor from hub and bearing.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the...
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