Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 930

Fig. 73: Pivot Bolts
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9. Remove the upper control arm rear nut (2) by using a ratchet and extension under the steering shaft (3).

10. Remove the upper control arm front bolt.

11. Remove the upper control arm from the vehicle.

UPPER CONTROL ARM - RIGHT

1. Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the right side tire and wheel assembly.

3. Remove the upper ball joint nut.

Fig. 74: Upper Ball Joint Separation
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4. Separate the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle (3) using remover 9360 (2).

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 SUSPENSION Suspension - Nitro

5. Lower the vehicle.

6. Remove the air box assembly. Refer to REMOVAL for 3.7L - SERVICE INFORMATION or

REMOVAL for 4.0L - SERVICE INFOMATION.

7. Remove the upper control arm rear bolt/nut.

8. Remove the upper control arm front bolt/nut.

9. Remove the upper control arm from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

UPPER CONTROL ARM - LEFT

Fig. 75: Pivot Bolts
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1. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle.

2. Install the upper control arm front flag bolt (1). Tighten the nut (2) to 122 N.m (90 ft.lbs.) with full

vehicle weight.

3. Install the upper control arm rear flag bolt. Tighten the nut to 122 N.m (90 ft.lbs.) with full vehicle

weight.

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 SUSPENSION Suspension - Nitro

Fig. 76: Identifying Battery Tray, Power Center & Battery
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4. Install the battery tray (1). Refer to INSTALLATION .

5. Install the battery. Refer to INSTALLATION .

6. Reclip and mount the power center (2).

7. Install the upper ball joint nut. Tighten the nut to 41 N.m (30 ft.lbs.) plus an additional 90° turn.

8. Install the left side tire and wheel assembly. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

9. Lower the vehicle.

10. Set the toe. See STANDARD PROCEDURE.

UPPER CONTROL ARM - RIGHT

1. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle.

2. Install the upper control arm front flag bolt. Tighten the nut to 122 N.m (90 ft.lbs.) with full vehicle

weight.

3. Install the upper control arm rear flag bolt. Tighten the nut to 122 N.m (90 ft.lbs.) with full vehicle

weight.

4. Install the air box. Refer to INSTALLATION for 3.7L - SERVICE INFORMATION or

INSTALLATION for 4.0L - SERVICE INFORMATION.

5. Install the upper ball joint nut. Tighten the nut to 41 N.m (30 ft.lbs.) plus an additional 90° turn.

6. Install the right side tire and wheel assembly. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

7. Lower the vehicle.

8. Set the toe. See STANDARD PROCEDURE.

REAR

DESCRIPTION

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 SUSPENSION Suspension - Nitro

REAR SUSPENSION

Fig. 77: Rear Suspension Components
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The rear suspension is comprised of :

Drive axle

Shock absorbers (1)

Coil springs (2)

Lower suspension arms (5)

Upper suspension arm

Stabilizer bar (4)

Stabilizer link (3)

Track bar (6)

WARNING

REAR SUSPENSION

NOTE:

Suspension components with rubber/urethane bushings should be tightened
with the full weight of the vehicle at normal ride height. It is important to have
the springs supporting the full weight of the vehicle when the fasteners are
torqued. If springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort
could be affected and premature bushing wear may occur.

WARNING:

Suspension components with rubber bushings must be tightened with the
vehicle at normal ride height. It is important to have the springs
supporting the weight of the vehicle when the fasteners are torqued. If
springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort will be

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 SUSPENSION Suspension - Nitro