Look up Dodge Nitro specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 3.7L 6-Cylinder SOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
- Oil certification: API
- Drain plug torque: 25 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 5.0 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 3.7L 6-Cylinder:0.044’’
Engine 4.0L 6-Cylinder SOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 10W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain plug torque: 20 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 5.5 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 4.0L 6-Cylinder: 0.052’’
Fuel
- Capacity:
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models: 20.5 Gallons (77.6 Liters)
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models: 20.5 Gallons (77.6 Liters)
Coolant
- Capacity:
- 2.4L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System:10.7 Quarts ( 10.1 Liters)
- 2.4L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System: 11.6 Quarts (11.0 Liters)
- 3.6L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System: 13.1 Quarts (12.4 Liters)
- 3.6L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System: 14.5 Quarts (13.7 Liters)
Automatic Transmission
- Type: MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Power
Transfer Unit (PTU)
- Type: MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA)
- Type: MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent.
Brake Master Cylinder
- Type: MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703, or equivalent should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is unavailable, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir
- Type: MOPAR Power Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
Powertrain
Engine
- 3.7 L (226 cu in) PowerTech V6
- 4.0 L (241 cu in) SOHC V6
- 2.8 L VM Motori I4 Diesel (export only)
Transmission
- 6-speed NSG-370 manual (2006–2008)
- 4-speed 42RLE automatic
- 5-speed A580/5G-Tronic Mercedes automatic
Fuel Consumption
Safety Ratings
