Dodge Nitro Service & Repair Manual 2007–2012

Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Dodge Nitro, 2007 to 2012. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Dodge published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 3.7L V6 — SOHC · 4.0L V6 — 241 cu in, SOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 16 recalls, 1,632 owner complaints and 203 technical service bulletins are logged for the Nitro. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Nitro year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2012 $29.991 3.7L V6 Base Sport Utility 4-Door · SXT Sport Utility 4-Door details →
2011 $29.993 3.7L V6; 4.0L V6 SE Sport Utility 4-Door · Detonator Sport Utility 4-Door · Shock Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door +3 details →
2010 $29.993 3.7L V6; 4.0L V6 SE Sport Utility 4-Door · Detonator Sport Utility 4-Door · Shock Sport Utility 4-Door · Heat Sport Utility 4-Door +2 details →
2009 $29.991 4.0L V6; 3.7L V6 R/T Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door · SXT Sport Utility 4-Door +1 details →
2008 $29.993 4.0L V6; 3.7L V6 R/T Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · ATX Sport Utility 4-Door · SXT Sport Utility 4-Door +1 details →
2007 $29.995 3.7L V6; 4.0L V6 SLT Premium Sport Utility 4-Door · R/T Sport Utility 4-Door · ATX Sport Utility 4-Door · MTX Sport Utility 4-Door +2 details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2011 Nitro manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 910
  • General Information 1,613
  • Accessories & Equipment 6,114
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 990
  • Body & Frame 3,249
  • Maintenance 135
  • Brakes 1,491
  • Restraints 2,367
  • Drivelines & Axles 184
  • Steering 390
  • Electrical 2,785
  • Suspension 471
  • Engine Mechanical 774
  • Transmission 831
  • Engine Performance 2,758
  • Front 100

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Nitro manual$29.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Nitro manual

Which Nitro years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2007 to 2012 — 6 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Dodge Nitro manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Dodge published for the Nitro, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Nitro wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Nitro manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover Nitro recalls?

16 recalls are on federal record across the 2007–2012 Nitro, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Dodge dealers.

Why do some Nitro years cost more?

Every Nitro year is $29.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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