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Dodge Nitro CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Dodge REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 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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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
- With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
- Remove brake caliper and rotor.
- Remove nut from half shaft.
- Remove sensor from hub bearing.
- Remove stabilizer link from stabilizer bar.
- Remove tie rod end nut and remove tie rod from steering knuckle.
- Remove clevis bracket lower nut and bolt.
- Remove upper ball joint nut and separate upper control arm from steering knuckle.
- Pull out on steering knuckle and push half shaft out of hub bearing and knuckle.
- With a pry bar remove half shaft from axle.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Apply light coat of grease to m...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Low Pressure -> Poor Connections -> System Fault -> TPMS Check
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
TPMS Check
When diagnosing a TPMS problem, first check the TPMS indicator lamp with ignition switch in the On position. From the Off position, turn the ignition key to On and check the TPMS indicator la...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove alternator drive belt.
- Unsnap plastic insulator cap from B+ output terminal.
- Remove B+ terminal mounting nut at rear of alternator. Disconnect terminal from alternator.
- Disconnect field wire connector at r...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Service 4WD System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2007 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS
This lamp should light for a approximately 2 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warning lamp...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
If replacement of constant tension clamp is required, use only an original equipment clamp with matching number or letter.
- Drain coolant from radiator into suitable container.
- Remove front grille.
- Remove cooling fan from engine, if equipped.
- Remove two radiator mounting bolts.
- Disconnect connector for electric fan.
- Disconnect power steering cooler line from cooler.
- Disconnect radiator upper and lower hoses.
- Disconnect overflow hose from radiator.
- Lower part of radiator is equipped with two alignment dowel pins. They are located on bottom of radiator tank and fit into rubber grommets. T...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove combination washer reservoir/coolant recovery container and move aside.
- Rotate belt tensioner until it contacts stop.
- Remove drive belt.
- Carefully return tens...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Instrument Panel Diagram for 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Engine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: U-CONNECT AND VOICE RECOGNITION OPERATION Vehicle: 2007 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: MYGIG REN OR REZ RADIO INOPERATIVE AFTER BATTERY DISCONNECT Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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