Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 96

6. Remove Special Tool (2) from the camshaft. 

Fig. 125: Camshaft Thrust Plate, Bolt & O-Ring 
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7. Install the camshaft thrust plate (1), and new seal (3) to the rear of the cylinder head. See Fig. 125. 

1 - CAMSHAFT THRUST PLATE
2 - BOLT
3 - O-RING

 

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Fig. 126: Installing EGR valve 
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8. Install the EGR valve (2). See Fig. 126. 

1 - TUBE
2 - EGR VALVE

 

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Fig. 127: Removing/Installing Camshaft Sprocket 
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9. Install camshaft sprocket (2) and tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to 102 N.m (75 ft.lbs.). 

 

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Fig. 128: Identifying Timing Gear Components 
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10. Install the timing belt (4). See Fig. 128. See INSTALLATION.  

11. Install rocker assembly (1). See INSTALLATION. 

Fig. 129: Accessory Drive Belt Routing 
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12. Install cylinder head cover. See INSTALLATION  

13. Install the front timing belt cover. See INSTALLATION.  

14. Install the vibration damper (4). See INSTALLATION.  

15. Fill cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .  

16. Connect the negative battery cable.  

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro