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Dodge Nitro 2010 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2010 Dodge Nitro? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2010 Dodge Nitro issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2010 Dodge Nitro in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Why does the horn on my 2010 Dodge Nitro randomly go off?

A lot of cars have a function whereby the horn will sound when the car is locked if there's a door, bonnet or boot ajar. It's designed to warn the driver that the car may not be fully secure even though it's technically locked.

Sometimes, the little switches that detect whether a door is ajar can become sticky with grit and grime and don't function properly. Locate each switch and give it a quick spray with electrical contact-cleaner and you might find the problem goes away.

Is the Dodge Nitro rear wheel drive or 4 wheel drive?

The Dodge Nitro compact SUV was available in both rear wheel drive and 4 wheel drive. Most Dodge Nitro models sold in Australia were 4x4s.

How to unlock a Dodge Nitro without a key?

If you've locked your keys in your car, or lost them all together, then you are going to need to get a little creative to get back into your car. In the old days you could probably have used a ruler and some wire to pop the door lock on your car, then hotwired it and driven it away. However, vehicles built in the last 40 years (like the Dodge Nitro SUV) aren't so simple and require the professional help of a locksmith to get into. A locksmith will be able to open your car door, though if you have lost your keys completely you may still need to have the car taken to your mechanic to have the locks replaced and the new keys coded to the car's computer.

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