Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 654

TURN SIGNAL CANCEL CAM 

The turn signal cancel cam is concealed within the clockspring case on the steering column. The turn signal 
cancel cam consists of integral eccentrics on the outer circumference of the molded plastic clockspring rotor. 
The clockspring mechanism provides turn signal cancellation as well as a constant electrical connection 
between the horn switch, driver airbag, speed control switches, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 
switches and remote radio switches on the steering wheel and the instrument panel wire harness on the steering 
column. The housing of the clockspring is secured to the steering column and remains stationary. The rotor of 
the clockspring, including the turn signal cancel cam lobes rotate with the steering wheel. 

The turn signal cancel cam is serviced as a unit with the clockspring and cannot be repaired. If ineffective or 
damaged, the entire clockspring unit must be replaced. Refer to REMOVAL . 

OPERATION 

TURN SIGNAL CANCEL CAM 

When the left multi-function switch control stalk is moved to a latched turn signal ON position, a turn signal 
cancel actuator is extended from the inside surface of the switch housing through a small rectangular opening 
on the left side of the clockspring case toward the turn signal cancel cam. As the steering wheel is rotated to 
complete the turn, one of the cam eccentrics will contact the actuator, automatically cancelling the turn signal 
event and releasing the latched left multi-function switch control stalk to the neutral or OFF position.

 

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Fuel System - Nitro 

SPECIFICATIONS 

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 

FUEL DELIVERY - GAS 

OPERATION 

FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM 

Fuel is picked up in the fuel tank by the fuel pump module. This module is located on the bottom of the fuel 
tank. 

DESCRIPTION 

N.m 

Ft. Lbs. 

In. Lbs. 

Accelerator Pedal 

Bracket Mounting Nuts

12

-

105

Crankshaft Position 

Sensor - 3.7L

28

21

-

Crankshaft Position 

Sensor - 4.0L

28

21

-

Fuel Filler Hose Clamp at 

Tank

3

-

30

Fuel Filler Housing-to-

Body Screws

2

-

17

Fuel Filler Tube Clamp

3.5

-

30

Fuel Rail Mounting Bolts 

- 3.7L

11

-

100

Fuel Rail Mounting Bolts 

- 4.0L

11

-

100

Fuel Tank Mounting 

Strap Bolts

61

45

-

Map Sensor Mounting 

Screws

3

-

25

O2 Sensor

30

22

-

Throttle Body Mounting 

Bolts - 3.7L

7.5

-

65

Throttle Body Mounting 

Bolts - 4.0L

5.6

-

50

Oxygen Sensors

41

30

-

 

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A fuel return system is provided within the fuel pump module using check valves. A separate fuel return line 
from the engine to the tank is not used. 

The fuel pressure regulator and the main fuel filter are combined within the fuel pump module. 

The fuel tank assembly consists of: the fuel tank, fuel pump module assembly, fuel pump module lock 
ring/gasket, ORVR components. Refer to DESCRIPTION .  

A fuel filler/vent tube assembly using a pressure/vacuum, 1/4 turn fuel filler cap is used. A one-way check valve 
is installed into the tanks fuel fill fitting. 

Also to be considered part of the fuel system is the evaporation control system and ORVR system. This is 
designed to reduce the emission of fuel vapors into the atmosphere. 

Both fuel filters are designed for extended service. They do not require normal scheduled maintenance. 

STANDARD PROCEDURE 

DRAINING FUEL TANK - GAS 

Fig. 1: Identifying Fuel Fill Hose, Clamp, Fuel Tank Fitting & Tank 
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC 

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.  

2. Remove fuel fill cap.  

3. Raise and support vehicle.  

4. Remove fuel fill hose clamp (2) at rear of tank (6).  

5. Remove fuel fill hose (1) from fuel tank fitting (4).  

6. Position a drain hose into the fuel fill hose opening. Note that a small flapper valve is installed into the 

 

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opening.  

7. Drain fuel tank using an approved gasoline, or diesel fuel draining station.  

FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE 

1. Remove fuel fill cap.  

2. Remove fuel pump fuse from Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM). For location of fuse, refer to 

label on underside of TIPM cover.  

3. Start and run engine until it stalls.  

4. Attempt restarting engine until it will no longer run.  

5. Turn ignition key to OFF position.  

6. Place a rag or towel below fuel line quick-connect fitting at fuel rail.  

7. Disconnect quick-connect fitting at fuel rail. See STANDARD PROCEDURE.  

8. When the repair is complete, return fuel pump fuse to TIPM.  

9. One or more Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) may have been stored in PCM memory due to fuel pump 

fuse removal. A diagnostic scan tool must be used to erase a DTC.  

SPECIFICATIONS 

FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE 

400 kPa +/- 34 kPa (58 psi +/- 5 psi).  

SPECIAL TOOLS 

FUEL SYSTEM 

 

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