2008 Dodge Nitro front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBrake hose


Banjo screws	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Steering gear	129.81 lbf⋅ft129.81 lbf⋅ft176 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Track rod end on track rod	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


Connection clamp at the suspension strut	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
Connection clamp at the transverse control arm	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
On chassis	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	100.31 lbf⋅ft100.31 lbf⋅ft136 N⋅m


Stabiliser mounting at the axle control arm	75.23 lbf⋅ft75.23 lbf⋅ft102 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	109.9 lbf⋅ft109.9 lbf⋅ft149 N⋅m

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle

expand_moreBottom


First stage	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTop


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreUpper transverse control arm


On chassis	89.98 lbf⋅ft89.98 lbf⋅ft122 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack control arm lower


At the subframe	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


Central nuts	100.31 lbf⋅ft100.31 lbf⋅ft136 N⋅m
Wheel bearing unit	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Union nuts	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Wheel attachment	85.56–115.06 lbf⋅ft85.56–115.06 lbf⋅ft116–156 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 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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2008 Dodge Nitro First generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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