2006 Dodge Nitro engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines


Lower section of intake manifold	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	42.04 lbf⋅ft42.04 lbf⋅ft57 N⋅m
All other modifications	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m


Servo steering pump	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
High-pressure pump pulley	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


Fuel lines union nuts	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Retaining clamp	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump


High-pressure pump	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS.


First stage	44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
Third stage	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m
Control tensioner
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	85°85°85°
Third stage	85°85°85°
Fourth stage	85°85°85°

expand_moreRocker bridge


4.0 4WD with gasoline V6 4.0 L 256 HP at 6000 RPM engine (2006.9–2007.12)	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	120°120°120°


Crankshaft pulley	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	Loosen screw(s).

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine block closure screws


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	Loosen screw(s).

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	60°60°60°

expand_moreVibration damper


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines


First stage	75.23 lbf⋅ft75.23 lbf⋅ft102 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


4.0 4WD with gasoline V6 4.0 L 256 HP at 6000 RPM engine (2006.9–2007.12)	44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom

expand_moreAll Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines


M10	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M8	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


All other modifications	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top

expand_moreAll Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines


M10	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M8	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


All other modifications	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m


Toothed belt tensioning roller	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


4.0 4WD with gasoline V6 4.0 L 256 HP at 6000 RPM engine (2006.9–2007.12)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


4.0 4WD with gasoline V6 4.0 L 256 HP at 6000 RPM engine (2006.9–2007.12)	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Glow plugs	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Dodge gasoline V6 4.0 L EGS engines	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
All other modifications	30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 Dodge Nitro user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Dodge warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2006 Dodge Nitro First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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