2007 DODGE NITRO service

WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to
this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you
believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause
a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your dealer, and the
manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–
9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov. or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Washington DC
20590. You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.In Canada:
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should write to
Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations
and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B
3V9.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
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CargoLight ............................ 150
Cargo Load Floor........................ 151
Cargo Slide Out System
LoadNGo ........................... 153
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 150
Catalytic Converter...................... 348
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 227
Cellular Phone.......................... 84
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 381
Certification Label....................... 303
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 326
Charging.............................. 332
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 270
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 341
Checks, Safety......................... 75,76
Child Restraint.................... 64,65,69,72
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 68,69
Child Safety Locks........................ 30Climate Control......................... 228
Clock ...........................193,208,219
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 227
Compass........................175,178,183
Compass Calibration..................178,184
Compass Variance....................177,184
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 182
Console.............................. 149
Console, Floor.......................... 149
Contract, Service........................ 414
Converter, Catalytic...................... 348
Cooling System......................... 355
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 357
Coolant Capacity...................... 382
Coolant Level......................... 359
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 358
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 356
Inspection........................... 355
Points to Remember.................... 359
Pressure Cap......................... 358
422 INDEX

Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......356,382,383
Temperature Gauge..................... 164
Corrosion Protection..................... 366
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 350
CupHolder ............................ 147
Customer Assistance..................... 412
Data Recorder, Event...................... 61
Daytime Running Lights................... 122
Dealer Service.......................... 343
Defroster, Rear Window................... 156
Defroster, Windshield................ 76,230,231
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 122
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 340
Dimmer Switch, Headlight..............120,166
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 343
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 346Used Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 358
Door Locks............................. 27
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 134
DriveBelts ............................ 347
Driving ............................... 262
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 225
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 83
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 144
Electrical Power Outlets................... 144
Electronic Brake Control System............. 128
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 125
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........131,166
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 179
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 324
Jacking............................. 326
Towing ............................. 334
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Flooded Engine Starting................... 240
Fluid, Brake........................... 384
Fluid Capacities......................... 382
Fluid Leaks............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks...................... 366
Automatic Transmission................. 363
Engine Oil........................... 343
Manual Transmission................... 364
Power Steering........................ 352
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 383
Fog Light Service........................ 380
Fog Lights..........................121,380
Folding Rear Seat........................ 115
Four Wheel Drive....................... 259
Operation........................... 259
Systems............................. 259
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 259
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 324
Front Axle (Differential)................... 366Fuel................................. 296
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 300
Filter ............................... 350
Gasoline............................ 296
Gauge.............................. 164
Materials Added....................... 298
Octane Rating......................296,383
Requirements......................... 382
Tank Capacity........................ 382
Fuel System Caution................298,301,302
Fuses................................ 371
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 134
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............300,302,340
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 164
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 296
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 297
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 297
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Bulb Replacement...................378,379
Cargo .............................. 150
Center Mounted Stop................... 381
Cruise .............................. 174
Daytime Running...................... 122
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 120
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) Indicator.......................132,166
Fog ..........................121,170,380
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 324
Headlight Switch...................... 120
Headlights........................... 379
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster..................120,164
Interior............................. 119
Lights On Reminder.................... 120
Low Fuel............................ 164
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 173
Passing............................. 121Rear Servicing........................ 381
Rear Tail............................ 381
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 165
Service...........................378,379
Side Marker.......................... 381
Traction Control....................... 132
Turn Signal.....................121,379,381
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 164
Load Floor, Cargo....................... 151
Load N Go
SlidingCargoFloor ..................... 153
Loading Vehicle......................... 303
Tires ............................... 274
Locks................................. 27
Automatic Door........................ 30
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 27
Power Door........................... 29
Steering Wheel......................... 16
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Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren (LATCH)................... 68,69
Lubrication, Body....................... 353
Luggage Carrier......................... 157
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 351
Maintenance Procedures................... 343
Maintenance Schedule.................... 386
Schedule “A”......................... 403
Schedule “B”......................... 389
Maintenance Schedules.................... 386
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine).......................173,341
Manual, Service......................... 416
Manual Transmission..................243,364
Fluid Level Check...................... 364
Lubricant Selection..................364,384
Shift Speeds.......................... 245
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 362Mini-Trip Computer...................175,182
Mirrors ................................ 81
Automatic Dimming..................... 82
Electric Powered....................... 83
Outside.............................. 82
Rearview............................. 81
Vanity ............................... 84
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 287
Mopar Parts.........................342,415
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 119
Navigation Radio........................ 219
Navigation System....................... 219
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 74
Occupant Restraints....................... 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 296
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