Dodge Nitro 2007 Workshop Service Repair Manual

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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Nitro Year: 2007 Codes Platform: Chrysler KA (global) Chassis Type: Body-on-frame SUV 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Mid-size SUV (Compact SUV segment...

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🏷️ Basic Information

Identification

Make:

Dodge

Model:

Nitro

Year:

Codes

Platform:

Chrysler KA (global)

Chassis Type:

Body-on-frame SUV

👋 Introduction

Market Position

Vehicle Segment:

Mid-size SUV (Compact SUV segment based on shared platform, but with a more rugged image).

Target Audience:

Consumers seeking a capable, stylish, and rugged SUV with American styling cues, often compared to Jeep models due to platform sharing.

Competitive Analysis

Key Competitors:

Jeep Liberty (KJ/KK), Ford Edge, Chevrolet Equinox, Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V (though Nitro often positioned as more robust).

Key Features

Design:

Distinctive, aggressive styling with a prominent crosshair grille and upright stance.

Capability:

Available with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and part-time or full-time four-wheel drive (4WD) systems, offering some off-road or all-weather capability.

Powertrain Options:

Offered with powerful V6 and V8 engines.

Manual Usefulness

Value Proposition:

Empowers owners and technicians to perform comprehensive maintenance and repairs, saving money and ensuring quality service.

Target User:

Dodge Nitro 2007 owners, DIY enthusiasts, professional automotive technicians.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage Areas

Vehicle Covered:

Dodge Nitro 2007

Engine Coverage:

All gasoline engines offered for the 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Transmission Coverage:

All transmissions offered for the 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Trim Level Coverage:

All trim levels and configurations.

Page Count

Estimated Pages:

Extensive (Exact page count not specified, but described as 'complete' and covering 'MUCH MORE!!!')

Manual Type

Type:

Workshop Service Repair Manual

Language

Language:

English

Format

Digital Format:

Delivery Method:

Electronic via Email

Printability:

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems Covered

Engine Mechanical:

Engine removal, installation, disassembly, assembly, internal component overhaul, tuning, lubrication system.

Fuel System:

Fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel injectors, fuel lines, evaporative emissions control (EVAP).

Ignition System:

Spark plugs, ignition coils, coil-on-plug systems, ignition timing.

Exhaust System:

Exhaust manifolds, catalytic converters, mufflers, exhaust pipes, oxygen sensors.

Electrical System:

Battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting, wiring diagrams, fuses, relays, control modules (ECU/PCM).

Transmission Manual:

Manual transmission removal, installation, disassembly, assembly, internal components.

Transmission Automatic:

Automatic transmission removal, installation, disassembly, assembly, internal components, torque converter.

Drivetrain:

Driveshafts, axles, differentials, four-wheel drive (4WD) system components.

Suspension:

Front and rear suspension components, struts, shock absorbers, control arms, bushings, springs.

Steering:

Steering column, steering rack/gear, power steering system, tie rod ends.

Brakes:

Brake system diagnostics, hydraulic components (master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders), brake pads, brake rotors, ABS system.

Body And Interior:

Body panel removal/installation, door mechanisms, interior trim, seating, HVAC system, glass replacement.

Procedures Included

Routine Maintenance:

Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotation, battery maintenance.

Scheduled Maintenance:

Tune-ups, spark plug replacement, belt replacement, fluid flushes (coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid).

Removal Installation:

Comprehensive instructions for component removal and reinstallation across all major systems.

Disassembly Assembly:

Detailed step-by-step instructions for taking apart and rebuilding various assemblies (e.g., engines, transmissions).

Troubleshooting:

Diagnostic procedures, symptom-based troubleshooting guides, common fault identification.

Component Overhaul:

Detailed instructions for the complete overhaul of major components like engines and transmissions.

Alignment Specifications:

Wheel alignment parameters and adjustment procedures.

Wiring Diagrams:

Detailed electrical wiring schematics for all vehicle systems.

Technical Depth

Depth:

Advanced diagnostics and complete repair/overhaul procedures, suitable for professional technicians and experienced DIYers.

Proprietary Components:

Includes instructions for proprietary components and references manufacturer instructions where applicable.

Special Tools:

Identification and usage of special tools required for specific adjustments and repairs.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format

Format:

Quality:

High quality, searchable text (implied by PDF format and professional description).

Print Quality

Printability:

Binding Type

Binding:

N/A (Digital PDF)

Paper Type

Paper:

N/A (Digital PDF)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Primary Engine

Engine 1 Displacement:

3.7L V6 (SOHC)

Engine 1 Power:

Approximately 210-215 hp @ 5200 rpm

Engine 1 Torque:

Approximately 235-240 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

Optional Engine

Engine 2 Displacement:

4.0L V6 (SOHC)

Engine 2 Power:

Approximately 260 hp @ 5800 rpm

Engine 2 Torque:

Approximately 265 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

Engine 3 Displacement:

5.7L V8 HEMI (OHV)

Engine 3 Power:

Approximately 302-360 hp (depending on application, e.g., SRT variant)

Engine 3 Torque:

Approximately 370-390 lb-ft

Fuel System

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-point fuel injection (MPFI)

Recommended Fuel:

87 Octane Unleaded (for 3.7L and 4.0L V6); 89 Octane recommended for 5.7L HEMI for optimal performance.

🔧 Transmission

Standard

Transmission 1:

4-Speed Automatic (42RLE) - Standard on most models

Optional

Transmission 2:

5-Speed Manual - Available on some 3.7L V6 models (less common)

Features

Drive Configurations:

Available in Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and 4-Wheel Drive (4WD)

Transfer Case 4Wd:

Part-time Command-Trac NV244 transfer case or full-time Selec-Trac NV244 transfer case.

📐 Dimensions

Exterior

Length:

Approx. 179.0 - 180.0 inches

Width:

Approx. 73.0 inches

Height:

Approx. 68.0 - 70.0 inches

Wheelbase:

Approx. 109.7 inches

Weights

Curb Weight:

Approx. 3,900 - 4,500 lbs (depending on engine and drivetrain)

Towing Capacity:

Up to 3,500 lbs (standard), up to 4,500 lbs (with optional towing package and V8 engine)

🛡️ Safety Features

Ratings

NHTSA Front Driver Impact:

Good (for 2007 model year)

NHTSA Front Passenger Impact:

Good (for 2007 model year)

NHTSA Side Driver Impact:

Good (for 2007 model year)

NHTSA Side Rear Passenger Impact:

Good (for 2007 model year)

IIHS Frontal Offset:

Acceptable (for 2007 model year)

Active Features

Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control:

Available Traction Control System (TCS)

Electronic Stability:

Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Passive Features

Airbags Front:

Standard front advanced multi-stage airbags

Airbags Side:

Available side curtain airbags for front and rear occupants

Seatbelts:

Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment

Audio System:

Standard AM/FM/CD audio system, optional Boston Acoustics premium sound system, optional SiriusXM Satellite Radio.

Navigation:

Optional navigation system available.

Driver Assistance

Parking Assist:

Optional rear park assist system.

Connectivity

Auxiliary Input:

Optional auxiliary audio input jack.

🔧 Maintenance

Service Intervals

Oil Change Interval:

Every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (under normal driving conditions). Severe service interval may be shorter.

Engine Air Filter Replacement:

Every 30,000 miles

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Every 15,000 miles or 1 year

Spark Plug Replacement 3.7L:

Every 100,000 miles (Platinum or Iridium plugs)

Spark Plug Replacement 4.0L:

Every 100,000 miles (Iridium plugs)

Transmission Fluid Change:

Every 60,000 miles for RWD, 30,000 miles for severe service or 4WD use. Consult manual for specific recommendations.

Fluid Specifications

Engine Oil 3.7L/4.0L:

SAE 5W-30, API SN or newer certified. Capacity approx. 6 quarts with filter.

Engine Oil 5.7L Hemi:

SAE 5W-20, API SN or newer certified. Capacity approx. 7 quarts with filter.

Coolant:

Chrysler OAT (5/150) HOAT (5/100) or equivalent (Orange) long-life coolant. Capacity approx. 13.2 quarts.

Transmission Fluid Automatic:

ATF+4 (MS-9602). Capacity approx. 4.5 quarts for pan drop.

Brake Fluid:

DOT 3

Power Steering Fluid:

Chrysler Power Steering Fluid or equivalent (often ATF+4 for some Chrysler products).

Known Issues

Cv Axle Boots:

Premature wear and tearing of front CV axle boots leading to clicking noises.

Heater Core:

Potential for heater core leaks or failure, leading to coolant loss and fogging windows.

Wheel Bearings:

Front wheel bearing failures can occur, causing grinding or humming noises.

Transmission Shifting:

Some reports of rough shifting or delayed engagement with the automatic transmission.

Engine Performance 3.7L:

Can be prone to carbon buildup on intake valves with higher mileage, impacting performance.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Heritage

Brand Origins:

Dodge, an American brand founded in 1900, known for performance-oriented vehicles and trucks.

Model Evolution

Introduction Year:

Model Lifecycle:

First generation, produced from 2007 to 2010.

Platform Sharing:

Shared its platform with the Jeep Liberty (KK) and Dodge Caliber, built on the Chrysler KA platform.

Production

Manufacturing Location:

Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Recognitions

Vehicle Awards:

While the Nitro didn't receive numerous prominent awards, it was recognized for its bold styling and comfortable ride by some automotive publications.