How to remove the front cross-member on 2008 Dodge Nitro?

To remove the front cross-member, install engine support tool 8534 and raise the vehicle. Mark lower control arm cam bolts for alignment, then remove the lower control arms and stabilizer bar. If present, remove the front axle and power steering rack, then loosen engine mount bolts and mark the cradle's location before removing it.

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2008 Dodge Nitro Impact Bar, Front Part Number: 55360190AN
$169.95 MSRP: $252.00
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- Other Name: Crossmember - Front Support; Frame Crossmember, Front; Front Crossmember; Crossmember Front Support
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 55113328AB, 55360190AG, 55360190AH, 55360190AM, 55360190AE, 55113328AA, 55360190AD, 55360190AJ, 55360190AK, 55360190AF, 55360190AL
- Item Weight: 11.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 58.1 x 6.6 x 4.8 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 55360190AN
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Dodge Nitro Submodels:
- Detonator, Heat, R/T, SE, SLT, SXT, Shock | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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2008 Dodge Nitro Engine Cradle, Front Part Number: 52109889AK
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Crossmember - Front Suspension; Engine Cradle, Front; Cradle Front Suspension
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 52109889AJ, 52109889AF, 52109889AG, 52109889AH, 52109889AD, 52109889AE
- Item Weight: 68.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 33.4 x 27.7 x 14.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 52109889AK
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Dodge Nitro Submodels:
- Detonator, Heat, R/T, SE, SLT, SXT, Shock | 3.7L V6, 4.0L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

2008 Dodge Nitro Front Cross-Member Parts and Q&A

Q: How to remove the front cross-member on 2008 Dodge Nitro?
A: To remove the front cross-member, install engine support tool 8534 and raise the vehicle. Mark lower control arm cam bolts for alignment, then remove the lower control arms and stabilizer bar. If present, remove the front axle and power steering rack, then loosen engine mount bolts and mark the cradle's location before removing it.