Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 71

Fig. 16: Flex Plate Inspection Cover & Fastener 
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18. Remove the flex plate access plate (1). 

Fig. 17: Removing P/S Pump 
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19. Remove the P/S pump (2). 

 

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2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro

  

Fig. 18: Removing/Installing Torque Converter Bolts 
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20. Remove the torque converter bolts (2). 

Fig. 19: Ground Strap & Transmission Housing Bolts 
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21. Remove the transmission housing to engine mounting bolts (2). 

 

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Fig. 20: Removing/Installing Engine Mounting To Frame Fasteners 
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22. Remove the engine mounting to frame fasteners (1).  

23. Remove the upper intake manifold (Refer to REMOVAL ).  

24. Disconnect the heater hose. 

Fig. 21: Disconnecting Coolant Temperature, Cam Position & Oil Pressure Sensor Electrical 
Connectors 
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25. Disconnect the coolant temperature, cam position (1), oil pressure sensor electrical connectors. 

 

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Fig. 22: Ignition Coils 
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26. Disconnect the left ignition coil (1) and fuel injector harness connectors and position the wiring harness 

aside.  

27. Remove the right intake manifold support braces.  

28. Disconnect the capacitor and ground strap from the right cylinder head cover. 

Fig. 23: Ignition Coils 
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1 - Electrical Connector
2 - Mounting Bolt
3 - Coil

1 - Electrical Connector
2 - Mounting Bolt

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro