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Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A Service Schedule & Costs

Every service item for the Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A — what needs doing, when, and what it should cost at an independent garage versus a main dealer.

KA (2007–2012)2.8L CRD

Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer specifies 6,000 miles or 12 months. Use 5W-30 synthetic oil. Check level monthly as CRD engines can consume oil at higher mileages.
KA
 6,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
Air filter
Replace every 24,000 miles. Check more frequently in dusty conditions. Dirty filter reduces performance and increases fuel consumption on turbocharged diesel.
KA
 24,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £50–£80
Cabin pollen filter
Replace annually or 12,000 miles. Located behind glove box. Dirty filter reduces heater and air conditioning performance.
KA
 12,000 miles or 1 year
£20–£35
Dealer: £40–£70
Fuel filter
Replace every 24,000 miles. Critical on diesel engines to prevent injector damage from contaminated fuel. Use genuine or OEM equivalent parts only.
KA
 24,000 miles or 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £120–£180

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Replace every 2 years regardless of mileage. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, reducing braking performance and causing internal corrosion.
KA
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £100–£150
Coolant flush
Replace every 60,000 miles or 5 years. Use OAT (Organic Acid Technology) coolant. Old coolant loses corrosion protection and can damage the radiator and water pump.
KA
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A, ranked by severity.

major
Suspension pin and bush excessive wear (KA)
The Nitro experiences accelerated wear of suspension bushes and pins, particularly in the front suspension arms and anti-roll bar links.
major
Parking brake efficiency failure (KA)
The Nitro's parking brake system shows poor efficiency at MOT test, failing at 18.2 times the national average.
major
Brake binding (KA)
MOT data shows the Nitro fails at 3.8 times the national average for brake binding, where significant brake effort is recorded with no brake pedal applied.
minor
Exhaust system deterioration (KA)
The Nitro shows elevated MOT failure rates for exhaust system problems at higher mileages, failing at 2.4 times the national average.

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Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A service FAQs

How often should a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A be serviced?

A Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A should have an oil service every 6,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer specifies 6,000 miles or 12 months.

How much does a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £150–£220. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.

Can I service a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A at an independent garage?

Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.