Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 835

Fig. 77: 1St Gear & Bearing 
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14. Install first gear (1) and bearing (2). Then center 1-2 synchronizer sleeve on synchronizer hub. 

 

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Fig. 78: First Gear Thrust Washer & Reverse Gear Bearing Race 
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WARNING:

Use welding gloves when handling heated components. Failure to 
follow these instructions will result in personal injury.

CAUTION: A bearing heater is used to assemble first gear thrust washer (1) and 

reverse gear bearing race (2). Use only a bearing heater/hot plate and 
follow manufacture's instructions. Heat components to 100 - 177 
Celsius (212° Min. - 350° Max Fahrenheit). Never use an open flame to 
heat components. Never leave components on heater for and 
extended amount of time. If component is discolored after heating, 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 MANUAL TRANSMISSION NSG370 - Diagnosis & Overhaul - Nitro

  

15. Heat first gear thrust washer (1) and reverse gear bearing race (2) with bearing heater to maximum of 177 

Celsius (350°). 

Fig. 79: First Gear Thrust Washer & Reverse Gear Bearing Race 
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16. Using welding gloves or tongs, install first gear thrust washer (1) then reverse gear bearing race (2). 

the component has been overheated and must not be used. Failure to 
follow these instructions will result in component damage.

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 MANUAL TRANSMISSION NSG370 - Diagnosis & Overhaul - Nitro

  

Fig. 80: Identifying Reverse Gear & Bearing 
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17. Install reverse gear (1) and bearing (2). 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 MANUAL TRANSMISSION NSG370 - Diagnosis & Overhaul - Nitro