Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 904

Fig. 69: Identifying Power Steering Lines & Gear
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13. Remove the power steering lines (1&2) from the gear (3).

Fig. 70: Identifying Steering Gear & Gear Mounting Bolts
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14. Remove the mounting bolts (2) from the gear (1) to the front cradle.

15. Remove the steering gear (1) from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

RACK & PINION - 4.0L

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

Fig. 71: Identifying Steering Gear & Gear Mounting Bolts
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1. Transfer the tie rod ends to the new steering gear (if needed).

2. Install the steering gear (1) to the vehicle.

3. Install the gear mounting bolts (2) to the front cradle. Tighten the gear mounting bolts to 176 N.m (130

ft.lbs.).

Fig. 72: Identifying Power Steering Lines & Gear
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4. Install the power steering lines (1&2) to the gear (3), tighten the tube nuts to 27 N.m (20 ft.lbs.).

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

Fig. 73: Removing/Installing Lower Intermediate Shaft Coupler Pinch Bolt And Sliding Coupler
Off/On Gear
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5. Install the lower coupler bolt and slide the coupler on to the gear and tighten the bolt to 53 N.m (39 ft.

lbs)

6. Install the tie rod end to the knuckle and tighten the nuts to 41 N.m (30 ft.lbs.) Plus an additional 90° turn.

7. Install the front axle. Refer to INSTALLATION .

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

9. Lower the vehicle.

10. Unlock the steering wheel.

11. Fill the power steering fluid. See STANDARD PROCEDURE.

12. Reset the toe and center the steering wheel. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

RACK & PINION - 2WD

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro

Fig. 74: Identifying Steering Gear & Gear Mounting Bolts
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1. Transfer the outer tie rod ends to the new steering gear (if needed).

2. Install the steering gear (1) to the vehicle.

3. Install the gear mounting bolts (2) to the front cradle. Tighten the gear mounting bolts to 176 N.m (130

ft.lbs.).

Fig. 75: Identifying Power Steering Lines & Gear
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4. Install the power steering lines (1&2) to the gear (1). Tighten the tube nuts to 27 N.m (20 ft.lbs.).

Fig. 76: Removing/Installing Lower Intermediate Shaft Coupler Pinch Bolt And Sliding Coupler
Off/On Gear
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5. Install the lower coupler pinch bolt and slide the coupler on to the gear. Tighten to 53 N.m (39 ft.lbs.).

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 STEERING Steering System - Nitro