2010 DODGE NITRO transmission

Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind
the left headlight assembly.
NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to
gain access to the positive battery post.
WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator coolin g fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away
from the battery.
• Set the parking brake, shift the autom atic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition
to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection
and personal injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due
to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of
the booster battery.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 3.7L, 4.0L MOPAR
®Antifreeze/
Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology) or
equivalent. 14 Quarts (13.3 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 3.7L API certified 5W-20 engine
oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your oil
filler cap for correct SAE
grade.5 Quarts (4.7L Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 4.0L API certified 10W-30 engine
oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your oil
filler cap for correct SAE
grade.5.5 Quarts (5.2 Liters)
Fuel Selection 3.7L, 4.0L 87 Octane acceptable. 89 octane Recommended
for 4.0L.19.5 Gallons (73.8 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 3.7L, 4.0L MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter or
equivalent. —
Spark Plug 3.7L ZFR6F–11G (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm]) —
Spark Plug 4.0L ZFR5LP-13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) —
Automatic Tran smissionMOPAR
®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4
®
product. —
Transfer Case MOPAR®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4
®
product. —
Front Axle SAE80W-90 Multi–Purpose Type GL-5 Gear Lube or
equivalent. —
Rear Axle MOPAR
®Synthetic Gear &
Axle Lubricant SAE 75W–90
or equivalent. —
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
®DOT 3 and SAE
J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use Only
recommended Brake
Fluids. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4
®
product. —
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotatethetires. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner
filter; replace if necessary. XXXX
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. X
XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. Perform the first
inspection at 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. X
XXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. XX
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent
trailer towing. XXXX
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer
towing. X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with
four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the autom atic transmissionfluid and filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi,
fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals
for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear,
improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the spark plugs (3.7L engine). XX• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
M28 10 Amp Red Next Generation Controller (NGC),
Transmission Feed (TRANS FEED), J1962
M29 10 Amp Red Occupant Classification Module (OCM)
M30 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module (RR WIPER MOD), Power
Folding Mirror (PWR FOLD MIR)
M31 20 Amp Yellow Back-Up Lamps (B/U LAMPS)
M32 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), TT
EUROPE
M33 10 Amp Red Next Generation Controller (NGC), Global
Powertrain Engine Controller (GPEC)
M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist(PRK ASST), Heat er Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Module (HVAC MOD),
Headlamp Wash (HDLP WASH), Compass
(COMPAS)
M35 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
M36 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #3 (BATT)
M37 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic
Stability Program (ESP), Stop Lamp Switch
(STP LP SW), Fuel Pump Rly Hi Control
M38 25 Amp
NaturalLock/Unlock Motors (LOCK/UNLOCK MTRS)
TIRE PRESSURES
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and
inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE: Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for more information on the life of tires.
WARNING!
Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Ov erloading can causetire failure, affect
vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended
load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
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