Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 130

Fig. 248: Engine Oil Cooler, Coolant Hose, Filter & Lower Radiator Hose
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5. Connect coolant hose (3) to oil cooler (1).

6. Fill cooling system.

FILTER-OIL

REMOVAL

FILTER-OIL

Fig. 249: Engine Oil Cooler, Coolant Hose, Filter & Lower Radiator Hose

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1. Using a suitable oil filter wrench, unscrew filter (2) from base and discard.

INSTALLATION

FILTER-OIL

Fig. 250: Engine Oil Cooler, Coolant Hose, Filter & Lower Radiator Hose
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1. Wipe base clean, then inspect gasket contact surface.

2. Lubricate gasket of new filter (2) with clean engine oil.

3. Install and tighten filter to 12 N.m (106 in. lbs.) of torque after gasket contacts base. Use filter wrench if

necessary.

4. Start engine and check for leaks.

PAN - OIL

REMOVAL

OIL PAN-REMOVAL

NOTE:

When servicing the oil filter, avoid deforming the filter can. Install the
remove/install tool band strap against the base lock seam. The lock seam
joining the can to the base is reinforced by the base plate.

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Fig. 251: Flex Plate Inspection Cover & Fastener
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1. Disconnect negative battery cable.

2. Remove engine oil indicator.

3. Raise and support the vehicle.

4. Drain engine oil and remove the oil filter (Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE ).

5. Remove the oil filter, oil cooler mounting stud and set oil cooler aside (Refer to REMOVAL ).

6. Remove the flex plate access cover (1).

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Fig. 252: Removing Two Rear Oil Pan Bolts
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1 - REAR MAIN SEAL RETAINER
2 - OIL PAN
3 - BOLT

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 ENGINE 4.0L - Service Information - Nitro