Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 74

14. Connect the heater hose.  

15. Install the right intake manifold support braces. 

Fig. 33: Flex Plate Inspection Cover & Fastener 
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16. Install the torque converter inspection plate (1). Tighten bolts to 12 N.m (105 lbs. in.)  

17. Install the upper intake manifold (Refer to INSTALLATION ).  

18. Connect the upper radiator hose. 

Fig. 34: CKP/Oxygen Sensors 
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19. Install the crankshaft position sensor (2) (Refer to INSTALLATION ).  

20. Connect the engine block heater (if equipped). 

Fig. 35: Removing/Installing Oil Cooler & Coolant Hoses 
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21. Connect the oil cooler hose (2) at the cooler. 

Fig. 36: Engine Oil Cooler, Coolant Hose, Filter & Lower Radiator Hose 
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22. Connect the oil cooler hose (3) at the cooler.  

23. Connect the lower radiator hose (5). 

 

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2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro

  

Fig. 37: Installing Starter And Spacer Plate 
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24. Install new oil filter.  

25. Install the starter (1) and spacer plate (Refer to INSTALLATION ). 

Fig. 38: Removing/Installing Exhaust Pipe 
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26. Connect the left (1) and right exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold (2). 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro

  

Fig. 39: CKP/Oxygen Sensors 
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27. Connect the oxygen sensors (1). 

Fig. 40: Connecting Generator Electrical Connectors 
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28. Connect the generator electrical connectors (2) (Refer to INSTALLATION ).  

29. Fill the cooling system to the proper level using the appropriate coolant.  

30. Fill engine crankcase with proper oil to correct level (Refer to FLUID TYPES ). 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro