Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 568

Fig. 136: Removing/Installing Differential Housing Cover 
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3. Install differential housing cover (1) and tighten bolts in a criss-cross pattern to 19-26 N.m (14-19 ft. 

lbs.). 

 

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Fig. 137: Identifying Oil Filter Drain Tray & Vent Hose 
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4. Install oil filter drain tray (1) and tighten nut to 23 N.m (200 in. lbs.).  

5. Install vent hose (2) on differential cover with new clamp. 

Fig. 138: Identifying Front Axle Bracket Cradle Nut & Front Axle Bracket Bolts 
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6. Install front axle bracket bolts (2) and nuts. Tighten nuts to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).  

7. Tighten front axle bracket cradle nut (1) to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).  

8. Install skid plate.  

 

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2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro

  

BUSHING-AXLE 

REMOVAL 

BUSHING-AXLE 

PINION NOSE BUSHING 

Fig. 139: Marking Bushing Flange Flat Location On Axle For Installation Reference 
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1. Mark bushing flange flat location (1) on the axle for installation reference. 

CAUTION: Bushing must be installed in the original location ± 2 degrees. Failure to 

follow these instruction will result in a NVH problem.

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

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Fig. 140: Removing Pinion Nose Bushing With Remover 9958-5 And Handle C-4171 
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2. Remove pinion nose bushing (1) with Remover 9958-5 (2) and Handle C-4171 (3). Drive bushing out 

with a hammer.  

AXLE TUBE BUSHING 

Fig. 141: Marking Bushing Flange Flat Location On Axle For Installation Reference 
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1. Mark bushing flange flat location (1) on the axle for installation reference. 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro