Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 888

Fig. 28: Antenna Module
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7. Remove the instrument cluster, Refer to REMOVAL .

8. Remove the remote start antenna coaxial cable from mounting clips, if equipped.

9. Remove the screws (1) from remote start antenna module (2) and remove from instrument panel

assembly.

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

NOTE:

During removal of the remote start antenna note the routing location of the
coaxial cable.

WARNING:

To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable
the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering
wheel, steering column, airbag, Occupant Classification System (OCS),
seat belt tensioner, impact sensor, or instrument panel component
diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground)
cable, then wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before
performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to
disable the SRS. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in
accidental airbag deployment.

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Fig. 29: Antenna Module
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1. Install the remote start antenna module (2), and screws (1) to instrument panel assembly. Tighten screws

to 2.5 N.m (22 in. lbs.).

2. Install the instrument cluster. Refer to INSTALLATION .

3. Route the remote start coaxial cable in the position noted during the removal procedure.

4. Install the remote start antenna coaxial cable to mounting clips, if equipped.

Fig. 30: Identifying Mounting Bracket, Screw, Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM), Start
Antenna Coaxial Cable Connector, Instrument Panel Wire Harness Connector & Lock Cylinder
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5. Connect remote start antenna coaxial cable connector (4) to the Sentry Key REmote Entry Module

(SKREEM) (3) (also known as the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module/SKIM or the Wireless Control
Module/WCM).

6. Position the SKREEM onto the steering column ignition lock housing with the antenna ring oriented

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around the lock cylinder (6).

7. Install and tighten the screw (2) that secures the SKREEM mounting bracket to the boss on the top of the

ignition lock housing. Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.).

8. Reconnect the instrument panel wire harness connector (5) to the SKREEM connector receptacle.

9. Reinstall the right multi-function switch onto the integral mounting bracket (1) on the right side of the

clockspring. Refer to INSTALLATION .

10. Reconnect the battery negative cable.

NOTE:

On vehicles equipped with the Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS), when the
SKREEM is replaced with a new unit, a diagnostic scan tool MUST be used to
initialize the new SKREEM and to program at least two Sentry Key transponders
before the vehicle can be operated. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

NOTE:

On vehicles equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system and a full-
sized matching spare tire and wheel assembly, when the SKREEM or the spare
tire pressure sensor is replaced with a new unit, a diagnostic scan tool MUST
be used to run a routine that allows the SKREEM to be programmed with the ID
number and location of the spare tire pressure sensor mounted in the wheel of
the spare tire. This may be done using a TPM-RKE Analyzer special tool by
following the programming steps outlined in the diagnostic scan tool for
Program Tire Sensor ID w/TPM Tool under Miscellaneous Functions for the
WCM/Wireless Control Module menu item. If a TPM-RKE Analyzer special tool is
not available, the spare tire must be dismounted from its wheel to access and
note the ID number on the spare tire pressure sensor so that the ID code for
that sensor can be programmed into the new SKREEM. Follow the programming
steps outlined in the diagnostic scan tool for Learn Spare Tire Sensor ID also
found under Miscellaneous Functions for the WCM/Wireless Control Module
menu item. Refer to INSTALLATION .

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2007 STEERING

Steering System - Nitro

DESCRIPTION

STEERING SYSTEM

Power steering systems consist of:

Steering column & Intermediate Shaft

Rack and pinion steering gear

Belt driven hydraulic steering pump

Pump pressure, supply and return hoses

Oil Cooler

OPERATION

STEERING SYSTEM

The steering column intermediate shaft attaches the steering column to the gear pinion. The rotation of the
pinion moves the gear rack from side-to-side. This lateral action of the rack pushes and pulls the tie rods to
change the direction of the front wheels.

Power assist is provided by an engine mounted hydraulic pump. The pump supplies hydraulic fluid to the
steering gear. All vehicles are equipped with an oil cooler.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

POWER STEERING FLOW AND PRESSURE

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2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

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2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro