Description
Designed around the drivetrain package used in 2007 Dodge Nitro V6, the EXEDY OE Replacement Clutch Kit – 2007 Dodge Nitro V6 is intended for drivers prioritizing daily-driven and enthusiast street applications that need dependable engagement and OE-correct fitment and correct EXEDY component matching.
Manufacturer Background
EXEDY traces its clutch-manufacturing roots to Japan in 1923 and grew globally through the Daikin Clutch name. Today, EXEDY supplies OEM powertrain components while applying the same engineering discipline to replacement and competition clutch systems used in street, road-race, rally, drag, and other motorsports environments.
Purpose & Application
EXEDY OE Replacement clutch kits are designed around factory power levels and factory-style drivability. They are the right choice when the priority is smooth take-up, predictable pedal behavior, and a service replacement that works with the vehicle's original clutch architecture rather than adding unnecessary aggression.
Best for stock to near-stock vehicles, commuter use, restoration work, and owners who value refinement over added clamp load. EXEDY states that its OE Replacement kits are rated for OEM power levels; heavily modified engines should move to an appropriate performance series instead.
Configuration
- EXEDY Part Number: CRK1006
- Configuration: OE Replacement Clutch Kit
- Construction / Character: Factory-style single-disc clutch service kit
- Torque Rating: OEM / factory power levels
- Best Suited For: Stock or near-stock street vehicles prioritizing smooth engagement and OE-style behavior
Selection Notes
For 2007 Dodge Nitro V6, this configuration makes the most sense when its intended duty matches the vehicle's actual power and use. Avoid overspecifying clutch aggressiveness: the best setup is the one that maintains the needed torque reserve while preserving usable modulation and protecting the rest of the driveline.
Engineering Details
- Power Level: OEM / stock power levels
- Engagement Character: Factory-style, smooth and progressive
- Flywheel Compatibility: Designed for OEM flywheel unless EXEDY specifies otherwise
- Break-In Guidance: EXEDY recommends 500 city miles or 1,000 highway miles of easy driving
- Vehicle Application: 2007 Dodge Nitro V6
- EXEDY SKU: CRK1006
Fitment note: Confirm the vehicle's engine/transmission combination and the clutch or flywheel currently installed before ordering. This is especially important on cars with prior single-mass conversions, transmission swaps, or existing EXEDY Hyper hardware.