Common questions

What kind of transmission fluid does a Dodge Nitro use?

What kind of transmission fluid does a Dodge Nitro use?

The 3.7 models with 4 speed auto. (overdrive) used the 42RLE tranny. This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2010 Dodge Nitro. Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level.

What to do about transmission leak in Dodge Nitro?

The video above shows how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in a 2011 Dodge Nitro. If you have automatic transmission problems in your Nitro, ie: it hesitates when shifting gears or seems sluggish shifting from one gear to the next (1st to 2nd gear, 2nd to 3rd gear, 3rd to 4th gear, etc.) check your transmission fluid level first.

What are the problems with a 2008 Dodge Nitro?

Worst 2008 Dodge Nitro Problems #1: Electrical System Problems, Faulty TIPM 2008 Nitro Average Cost to Fix: $800. Average Mileage: 85,000 mi #2: Faulty TIPM 2008 Nitro Average Cost to Fix: $1,000. Average Mileage: 95,000 mi #3: Transmission Faliure 2008 Nitro Average Cost to Fix: $2,500. Average Mileage: 72,000 mi

How many liters does a Dodge Nitro have?

Mine has the 3.7 liter which will throw your head back when the pedal is pressed, but will make your heart stop when you see the gas gauge drop. Not used to the MPG for an SUV as I’ve always owned a car. The Nitro is great for long trips.

What kind of transmission does a Dodge Nitro have?

The base 3.7-liter V-6 teams with a six-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic, while the 4.0-liter V-6 drives a five-speed automatic that features Dodge’s AutoStick clutchless-manual mode.

Worst 2008 Dodge Nitro Problems #1: Electrical System Problems, Faulty TIPM 2008 Nitro Average Cost to Fix: $800. Average Mileage: 85,000 mi #2: Faulty TIPM 2008 Nitro Average Cost to Fix: $1,000. Average Mileage: 95,000 mi #3: Transmission Faliure 2008 Nitro Average Cost to Fix: $2,500. Average Mileage: 72,000 mi

How much does a Dodge Nitro SXT cost?

For $20,290, the Nitro SXT offers 16-inch steel wheels, a six-speed manual transmission, power windows and locks, air conditioning, stability control, anti-lock brakes, curtain airbags, tire-pressure monitoring, an AM-FM-satellite/CD/MP3 stereo with four speakers, and keyless entry.

What is the towing capacity of a Dodge Nitro?

SLT and R/T trim lines have the Load ‘N Go cargo floor. Capable of sliding out of the cargo area up to 18 inches, Load ‘N Go brings the cargo floor to you when loading objects, and Dodge says it can hold up to 400 pounds. There’s a concealed storage bin underneath both floors. The Nitro’s standard towing capacity is 2,000 pounds.

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