2010 DODGE NITRO torque

WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable and cause an accident. It could
slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the
vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install
the lug nuts with the cone-shaped end toward the wheel.
Lightly tighten the nuts. To avoid the risk of forcing the
vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the
vehicle has been lowered.
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left,
and remove the jack and wheel blocks.
9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the
wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate
nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lbs (130 N·m). If in doubt
about the correct tightness, have them checked with a
torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service
station.
10. Lower the jack to its fully closed position.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
11. Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper
locations.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393

WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could
be damaged, causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in an accident.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Level Check
Your vehicle is equipped with a capped transmission oil
fill tube. It is sealed and should not be tampered with.
Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to ensure that
the fluid level is set properly.
Selection of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis-
sion fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and GenuineParts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main-
tained at the prescribed level using the recommended
fluid.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425

Draining Fluid
First remove the fill plug (1), then the drain plug (2).
Recommended tightening torque for the drain and fill
plugs is 15–25 ft lbs (20–34 N·m).
CAUTION!
Do not over-tighten the plugs. You could damage
them and cause a leak.
Lubricant Selection
Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
Frequency of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life ofthe vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the
fluid becomes contaminated with water. Change the fluid
immediately if contaminated with water.
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Fluid Level Check
•
Front axle lubricant should be at the bottom edge of
the oil fill hole when the vehicle is in a level position.
•Rear axle lubricant should be 0.5 in (11 mm) below the
bottom edge of the oil fill hole when the vehicle is in a
level position.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427

Fluid Type........................ 425,447
Special Additives ...................... 426
Torque Converter ................... 303,307
Autostick ............................. 305
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 175
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 175
Axle Fluid ............................. 447
Battery ............................... 411
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Belts, Seat ............................ 39,88
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 413
B-Pillar Location ........................ 334
Brake Assist System ...................... 323
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 321
Brake Fluid ............................ 447
Brake, Parking .......................... 317
Brake System ........................... 423
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 319,322Master Cylinder
....................... 423
Parking ............................. 317
Warning Light ........................ 196
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 297
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 86
Bulb Replacement ....................... 440
Bulbs, Light .......................... 90,440
Calibration, Compass .................. 210,217
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 445
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 364
Power Steering ........................ 316
Car Washes ............................ 429
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............87,363
Cargo Area Features ...................... 180
Cargo Compartment ...................... 180
Light ............................... 180
Cargo Light ............................ 180
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Torque Converter Clutch................303,307
Towing ............................... 368
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............... 115
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 397
Guide .............................. 374
Recreational .......................... 383
Weight .............................. 374
Towing Assistance ....................... 115
Traction Control ...................... 198,323
Trailer Towing .......................... 368
Cooling System Tips .................... 383
Hitches ............................. 373
Minimum Requirements ................. 377
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 376
Wiring .............................. 380
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 374
Trailer Weight .......................... 374
Transaxle ............................. 296
Automatic ........................... 296 Operation
........................... 296
Transfer Case ........................... 426
Fluid ............................ 426,447
Maintenance ......................... 426
Transmission ........................ 299,303
Automatic ........................ 299,303
Fluid ............................... 447
Maintenance ......................... 425
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 165
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 343
Trip Computer .......................... 207
Trip Odometer .......................... 202
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 206
Turn Signals ................ 150,195,441,442,443
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 100
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 477
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