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How much coolant does a 2008 Dodge Nitro hold?

The 2008 Dodge Nitro has a coolant capacity of approximately 13.5 quarts or 12.8 liters. This is the total amount of coolant required to fill the vehicle's cooling system, including the engine block, radiator, and hoses.


Detailed Coolant Capacity Information


The 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a 3.7-liter V6 engine. The specific coolant capacity for this model can vary slightly depending on the engine configuration and other factors, but the general guideline is 13.5 quarts or 12.8 liters.


To break this down further:



  • Engine block capacity: Approximately 7 quarts or 6.6 liters

  • Radiator capacity: Approximately 6.5 quarts or 6.2 liters

  • Hose and other system capacity: Approximately 1 quart or 0.95 liters


It's important to use the recommended coolant type and mix it with the proper ratio of water to ensure optimal performance and protection for the cooling system. Consult your owner's manual or a qualified mechanic for the specific coolant requirements for your 2008 Dodge Nitro.

How many gallons does a 2008 Charger hold?


19 gal
Fuel & MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)285/437 mi.
Fuel tank capacity19 gal.



How much is a 2008 Dodge Nitro worth today?


A 2008 Dodge Nitro has depreciated $937 or 19% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $3,832 and trade-in value of $1,433.



What is the coolant capacity?


How much coolant your car holds and thus will require depends entirely on its engine and cooling system. A relatively small displacement 4-cylinder engine could contain as few as six or seven quarts, while a large American V-8 engine might hold more than 16 quarts.



How many quarts does a 2008 Dodge Nitro take?


5 quarts



What color is Dodge coolant?


What color coolant does Dodge Journey use? It's big to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are usually orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow.



How many gallons does a 2008 Dodge Nitro hold?


Fuel & MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)312.0/429.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity19.5 gal.



How much coolant does a Dodge Nitro hold?


Engine Speed 6000 rpm (electronically limited) Fuel Requirement Unleaded regular, 87 octane Oil Capacity 3.7 L (5.0 qt.) Coolant Capacity 13.25 L (14.0 qt.)



What type of coolant does a 2007 Dodge Nitro take?


2007 Dodge or Ram Truck Nitro V6-3.7L
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 year/100,000 mile formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. When it is gunked up badly, you will want to use a product like Prestone or Zerex coolant flush and likely need to flush it 5 or more times to get all the gunk buildup out.



How much coolant does a 2008 Charger hold?


14.7 qt.
Coolant Capacity 13.9 litres (14.7 qt.) Description Adaptive electronic control, 'Sport' mode or paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control.



How many gallons of coolant do I need?


Let's consider an example: If the cooling system capacity of a vehicle is 12 gallons and the manufacturer recommends a 50/50 mix, you would need 6 gallons of antifreeze to fill the radiator. In this case, you would mix 3 gallons of antifreeze with 3 gallons of distilled water.


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