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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Dodge Nitro
- 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS, CID:226, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:226, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
- 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS, CID:226, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:226, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
- 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS, CC:3952, CID:241, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:241, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Except Caravan & Town & Country -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
Master Cylinder
Except Caravan & Town & Country
- With engine off, pump brake pedal five times to deplete vacuum in brake booster.
- Siphon fluid from brake reservoir.
- On Wrangler models, remove evaporative canister.
- On PT Cruiser models, remove air cleaner housing, then disconnect power distribution center and position aside.
- On all models, disconnect low fluid switch electrical connector.
- Remove brake lines from master cylinder.
- Remove master cylinder mounting nuts.
- On Durango models with ESP, remove inner fender well, then remove integrated power module (IPM) fasteners and move IPM ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> 1500, 2500 & 3500 -> 2500 & 3500 -> 5-Stud Rotors -> 8-Stud Rotors -> Aspen, Dakota & Durango -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Commander -> Compass, Liberty, Nitro & Patriot -> Dual Rear Wheel -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Grand Cherokee -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Rear w/Dual Wheels -> Rear w/Single Wheel -> Single Rear Wheel -> Sprinter -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS
Caravan & Town & Country
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and caliper as outlined under . Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
- Slide brake rotor off hub.
- Reverse procedure to install. Clean brake rotor with alcohol or other suitable solvent.
Commander
Front
- Raise and support vehicle using suitable lift or jack.
- Remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove caliper as outlined in .
- Secure caliper anchor assembly using suitable wire.
- Remove and discard O-ring securing disc brake rotor on hub.
- Remove rotor from hub and bearing.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Aspen, Dakota & Durango -> Assemble -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Commander -> Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Nitro, Patriot & Wrangler -> Disassemble -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Inspection -> Installation -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Removal -> Sprinter
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS
Caravan & Town & Country
Refer to for caliper replacement procedures.
Disassemble
- Remove caliper from adapter and rotor as outlined under . Do not disconnect brake hose from caliper. Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
- Position caliper away from rotor to prevent brake fluid spillage on machined surface, then place a small block of wood between caliper fingers to prevent piston damage during removal.
- Gently depress brake pedal to force caliper piston out of bore, then secure brake pedal at any position below one inch of pedal travel to prevent master cylinder br...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Nitro -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents & Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4.0 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" for diagnostic trouble code interpretation.
Connector Pin Identification
Refer to Fig. for pin connector and terminal identification.
Diagnostic Tests
[[table data]]Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructi...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Brake System Bleed -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 3.7 V6 GAS
Manual
- Remove reservoir filler caps and fill reservoir with proper brake fluid.
- If calipers or wheel cylinders were overhauled, open all caliper and wheel cylinder bleed screws.
- Close each bleed screw as fluid starts to drip from them.
- Fill master cylinder reservoir once more before proceeding.
- Attach one end of bleed hose to bleed screw and insert opposite end in glass container partially filled with brake fluid, Fig. . Ensure bleed hose is immersed in fluid.
- Open up bleeder, then have an assistant press down brake pedal.
- Once brake pedal is down, close bleeder. Repeat bleeding unt...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Nitro AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Dodge Nitro cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Manual -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 3.7 V6 GAS
Manual
- Remove reservoir filler caps and fill reservoir with proper brake fluid.
- If calipers or wheel cylinders were overhauled, open all caliper and wheel cylinder bleed screws.
- Close each bleed screw as fluid starts to drip from them.
- Fill master cylinder reservoir once more before proceeding.
- Attach one end of bleed hose to bleed screw and insert opposite end in glass container partially filled with brake fluid, Fig. . Ensure bleed hose is immersed in fluid.
- Open up bleeder, then have an assistant press down brake pedal.
- Once brake pedal is down, close bleeder. Repeat bleeding unt...
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