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Fig. 101: Installer C-4063B 
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

  

Fig. 102: Reservoir Vacuum Plug - 9688 
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC 

FLUID 

DESCRIPTION 

ATF+4, TYPE 9602 

The recommended fluid for the power steering system is Mopar® ATF +4. 

Mopar® ATF+4, when new is red in color. The ATF+4 is dyed red so it can be identified from other fluids used 

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

  

in the vehicle such as engine oil or antifreeze. The red color is not permanent and is not an indicator of fluid 
condition. As the vehicle is driven, the ATF+4 will begin to look darker in color and may eventually become 
brown. THIS IS NORMAL. ATF+4 also has a unique odor that may change with age. Consequently, odor and 
color cannot be used to indicate the fluid condition or the need for a fluid change. 

STANDARD PROCEDURE 

POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL CHECKING 

The power steering fluid level can be viewed on the dipstick attached to the filler cap. Before opening power 
steering system, wipe the reservoir filler cap free of dirt and debris. Remove the cap and check the fluid level on 
its dipstick. When the fluid is at normal ambient temperature, approximately 21°C to 27°C (70°F to 80°F), the 
fluid level should read between the minimum and maximum on dipstick (GAS) or Reservoir (DIESEL). Only 
add fluid when the vehicle is cold. 

Use only Mopar® ATF+4 . Do not overfill the power steering system. 

FLUID COOLER 

DESCRIPTION 

FLUID COOLER 

WARNING:

The fluid level should be checked with engine off to prevent injury from 
moving components.

CAUTION: MOPAR® ATF+4 is to be used in the power steering system. No other 

power steering or automatic transmission fluid is to be used in the system. 
Damage may result to the power steering pump and system if any other 
fluid is used, and do not overfill.

NOTE:

Power steering reservoir does not contain a dipstick. Fluid level indicators are 
molded into the side of the reservoir WITH REMOTE RESERVOIR.

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

  

Fig. 103: Fluid Cooler With Hoses 
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC 

The power steering fluid cooler (2) is located at the front of the vehicle. It is mounted in front of the vehicle and 
just rearward of the front fascia. The cooler is positioned so it is in the air flow through the front fascia of the 
vehicle. The cooler can be serviced without the return hoses (1). 

OPERATION 

POWER STEERING FLUID COOLER 

Fig. 104: Fluid Cooler With Hoses 
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC 

The purpose of the power steering fluid cooler (2) is to keep the temperature of the power steering system fluid 
from rising to a level that would affect the performance of the power steering system. 

The cooler used on this vehicle is referred to as a fluid-to-air type cooler. This means that the air flow across the 

 

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2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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