Manual Dodge 18681 Viper

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE .............................. 4 9 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL ................................... ...

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    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction ........................... 4 m How T o Use This Manual .................. 4 m W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 m V ehicle Identification Number ............... 6 m V ehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 7 1 ...

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    INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepar ed with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. Y ou are urged to read these publications car efully . Following the instruc- ti ...

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    W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains W ARNINGS against operating procedur es which could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e manual you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDE ...

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    VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS / AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. INTRODUCTION 7 1 ...

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    THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m A W ord About Y our Keys .................. 1 1 ▫ Ignition Key .......................... 1 1 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 2 ▫ Power Accessory Delay Feature ............ 1 3 m Door Locks ............................ 1 3 ▫ Electronic Locking/Unlocking ............. 1 3 ...

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    ▫ T o Arm The V ehicle Theft Alarm System ...... 2 0 ▫ Entering The T runk W ith The System Armed . . .21 ▫ Security System Disarm .................. 2 2 ▫ T amper Alert ......................... 2 3 m W indows ............................. 2 3 ▫ Power W indows ....................... 2 3 ▫ Auto Down Feature .................... 2 4 ▫ ...

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    A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The dealer that sold you your new V iper has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys fr om your dealer or a locksmith. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Ignition Key Press clutch and insert the ignition key fully , then turn the switch to on ...

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    clutch pedal to the floor , place the gear selector in NEUTRAL, move the key to the ON position, and press the red ENGINE ST AR T button located on the instrument panel. T o remove the key fr om the ignition press the clutch pedal to the floor , bring the vehicle to a stop, place the gear selector in gear , and fully apply the parking brake. Then t ...

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    Power Accessory Delay Feature The Power Accessory Delay feature pr ovides the cus- tomer with the ability to operate the power windows, and the radio for 2 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off. If the key is r emoved from the ignition and the driver door is opened prior to the completion of the 2–minute timer , the feature is immediate ...

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    NOTE: If you attempt to lock the doors with the key in the ignition and the driver’s door open, the doors will not lock. Mechanical Release The driver’s door can be opened mechanically by insert- ing your key into the lock located on the underside of the door panel, beneath the outside mirror . 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE ...

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    Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically from outside the ve- hicle when vehicle speed reaches 18 miles per hour with the ignition On and the DOOR UNLOCKED displayed in the odometer will disappear . NOTE: If the vehicle is moving faster than 5 MPH, the inside and outside door handles are ignor ed. This does not overide the mechanical ...

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    T o Unlock the Doors: Press and r elease the UNLOCK button on the transmitter . The front and r ear park/turn signal lights will blink once to indicate that only the driver’s door is unlocked. When the unlock button is pressed twice, if pr essed within 5 seconds, the front and r ear park/turn signal lights will blink twice to indicate that both d ...

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    T o Lock the Doors: NOTE: T o enable/disable the Lamp Flash, see proce- dure described above. Press and r elease the LOCK button on the transmitter . The horn will chirp once and the park and tail lights will blink to acknowledge that the door is locked and that the alarm system is armed. The horn chirp can be disabled at the dealership if so desir ...

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    T o Program T ransmitters: This feature allows you to pr ogram transmitters in case one is lost or an extra transmitter(s) is desired. Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle. T o program another transmitter follow these steps: 1. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position and set the parking brake. 2. Using a pr eviously progr ...

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    T ransmitter Battery Service The replacement battery number is 2016. This is a generic battery , readily available at local retail stor es. 1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a coin or similar object. 2. Remove and r eplace the batteries. 3. Reassemble the transmitter case and test operation. NOTE: If the transmitter is operated more than 255 ...

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    If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for about 18 minutes. For the first 3 minutes the horn will sound and the park, tail and fog lights will flash. If the condition which triggered the alarm is still pr esent, the park, tail and fog lights will continue to flash for 15 minutes, unless the trigger condition is cleared sooner . NO ...

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    4. The Security light will periodically flash, once every 6 seconds, to show that the system is still armed. CAUTION! If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6 seconds, then the vehicle was tampered with! Entering the T runk with the System Armed T o enter the trunk with the system armed, the Remote Keyless Entry T runk button must be pressed. Thi ...

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    Security System Disarm There ar e two ways to disarm the system: 1. Driver door key cylinder: Insert the key in the cylinder located under the driver’s door mirror . This will disarm the V ehicle Theft Alarm System and open the driver’s door . 2. Or , press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter . The front and r ear park and ...

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    T amper Alert If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter or key , the alarm has been activated. Check the vehicle for tamper- ing. NOTE: If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6 seconds, then the vehicle was tampered with. WINDOWS Power Windows The power window switches are located between th ...

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    Auto Down Feature Both windows have an auto down feature. Pr ess the window switch to the second detent, release, and the window will go down automatically . Press the switch a second time in either direction to stop the window . T o open the window to a desired positon, pr ess and hold the window switch in the first detent until the window has rea ...

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    Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Y our vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the top down. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. TRUNK SAFETY W ARNING W ARNING! Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, eithe ...

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    pulling on the lever attached to the trunk latching mechanism, which is coated so that it glows in a dark- ened trunk. OCCUP ANT RESTRAINTS One of the most important safety features in your V iper is the restraint system. This system consists of the driv- er’s and passenger’s seat belts, airbags for the driver and passenger , and a passenger ai ...

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    that, and they reduce the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time. Lap/Shoulder Belts Each seat belt is a combined lap/shoulder belt system. The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the shoulder part of the ...

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    Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door . Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is located at the side of your seat back. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. 3. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. 4. When the belt is long ...

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    W ARNING! A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury . W ear your seat belt snugly . A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger - ous. Y our body could fall into the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury ...

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    W ARNING! A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. 7. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The r ...

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    The Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert™) can be en- abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by following these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON or ST AR T position. DaimlerChrysler does not recom- mend deactivating the Enhanced W arning System (BeltAlert) ...

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    Six Point Belt Operating Instructions W ith the anti-submarining belt placed on the seat point- ing up, buckle the left and right lap belts and strap both legs. Buckle the left and right shoulder belts. Adjust the belts by pulling on the web ends and/or re-positioning the web clips and straps as requir ed. Release the belts by turning the belt latc ...

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    W ARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (ben ...

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    child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint system that is corr ect for your child. T wo differ ent child restraint systems are generally avail- able: • The infant carrier for babies weighing up to approxi- mately 20 lbs. (9 kg). • The child seat for small children over 20 lbs. (9kg). W ARNING ...

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    W ARNING! Improper installation can lead to failure of a child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manu- facturer’s directions exactly when installing a child restraint. • Child restraints ar e secured in the passenger seat by the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt. Buckle the chi ...

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    These are r ound bars, located at the lower area of the seat back, one on each side of the passenger seat. Y ou will easily feel them if you run your finger along the inter - section of the surface. Install your child seat as per child seat manufacturer r ecommendations. NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LA TCH com- patible, install the res ...

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    recline the seatback full r earward and move the seat to its most rearwar d position. Install the child restraint accord- ing to the manufacturer’s dir ections. Return the seatback to an upright position. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child r estraint manufacturer’s directions. W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether stra ...

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    • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the side of the vehicle. Booster seats that may help overcome this pr oblem are also available for use with lap/shoulder belts. Before buying a booster seat, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets applicable Motor V ehicle Safety Standards. Make sur e that ...

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    in collisions where the airbags deploy , you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you pr operly . Here ar e four simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. Infants in rear facing child safety seats designed for children up to one year or approximately 20 pounds (9 k ...

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    2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly . 3. The driver and passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbags room to inflate. Additionally , the pedals are power adjustable, so the driver seat can be moved back and the pedals moved closer as needed so the driver can be as far from the airbag a ...

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    all of the items listed above except the knee bolster , the instrument panel, and the steering wheel and column. The Diagnostic Unit also turns on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the light ei ...

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    towards the instr ument panel. In this way the airbags do not interfere with your contr ol of the vehicle. • The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees and position you for the best interaction with the airbags. If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the impact sensors detect a moderate to severe fr ontal collisi ...

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    • Y our vehicle may be safely driveable after the airbags deploy . If so, you can tuck the deployed airbags inside the opening in the steering wheel hub and instrument panel trim covers to make driving somewhat easier . W ARNING! Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon ...

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    T o turn OFF the passenger side airbag, use the on/off switch located in the center console. NOTE: When the passenger airbag is turned off the airbag off light will illuminate T o Shut Off the Passenger Airbag: • Place only the tip of the ignition key in the on/off switch, turn the key clockwise, and remove the key from the switch. This will shut ...

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    T o T urn On The Passenger Airbag: • Place the ignition key in the on/off switch, turn the key counterclockwise, and r emove the key from the switch. This will turn on the passenger side airbag. The light on the instrument panel will be of f when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. W ARNING! The airbag may malfunction and serious in ...

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    Y ou will want to have the airbags ready for your pr otec- tion in a collision. While the airbag Supplemental Re- straint System (SRS) is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system immediately . • The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ign ...

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    • W ait until the engine has reached normal operating temperature befor e driving at the recommended maxi- mum break-in speed. • A void excessive idling. • Check the engine oil level at every fuel fill. NOTE: A new engine will consume some oil during the first few thousand miles of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the ...

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    Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside the V ehicle Seat Belts • Inspect the belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the sys- tem. • Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (bent retractor , torn web- b ...

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    UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Convertible T op Operation ................. 5 1 ▫ T o Raise The T op ...................... 5 1 ▫ T o Lower The T op ...................... 5 3 m Console Features ........................ 5 4 m Mirrors ............................... 5 5 ▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................. 5 5 ? ...

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    ▫ Daytime Running Lights ................. 6 3 ▫ Lights-On Reminder .................... 6 3 ▫ Headlight T ime Delay ................... 6 3 ▫ Battery Saver Feature — Exterior Lights ...... 6 3 ▫ Fog Lights ........................... 6 4 ▫ T urn Signals .......................... 6 4 ▫ Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch .......... 6 5 ...

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    CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERA TION T o Raise the T op: 1. T o raise the convertible top, first ensure that the door windows are lower ed at least an inch. 2. Then open the trunk. 3. Release the lever located behind the driver’s seat and nestled in the folded convertible top (as pictured). T o aid in disengaging the latch, press down on the convertible to ...

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    4. Manually raise the top until it meets the windshield header (as pictured). 5. Close the trunk. 6. While sitting inside the vehicle, hold onto the handles and pull the top towards the windshield header . Push the latch handle forward and engage the latch hook to the windshield receiver r od. 52 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...

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    7. Ensur e the outboard locating pins are in their r espec- tive receiving holes in the windshield header . Push the latch handle forward all the way to close the latch. NOTE: Until the convertible top system has had ad- equate time to break in, it may take gr eater effort to engage the latch hook and close the latch. Several weeks of normal conver ...

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    3. Disengage the latch hook fr om the windshield rod making sure to pull the latch all the way back to the detent stow position and pull the top away from the windshield header . 4. Open the trunk. 5. Pull the convertible top back away from the wind- shield and all the way back to the folded position into the storage well to the back of the seating ...

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    MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view thr ough the rear window . A pivot system allows for horizontal and verti- cal mirror adjustment. Annoying headlight glare can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward r ear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in t ...

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    NOTE: Place the mirror selector switch in the center (neutral) position to prevent accidental movement of the mirrors. Mirror Adjustment Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror . Right Side Mirror Adjust the convex outside ...

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    SEA TS Manual Front Seat Adjustments The adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near the floor . Pull the bar up to move the seat to the desired position. Using body pressur e, move forward and rearwar d on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. W ARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If you are drivi ...

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    T o Open And Close The Hood T wo latches must be released to open the hood. First, reach into the lower right grille opening and pull the primary hood latch forward. Raise the fr ont of the hood slightly for access to the safety catch. Then push the safety catch handle located under the front edge of the hood toward the right. Raise the fr ont of t ...

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    hood may be pushed up at the front, raising the hood beyond the initial opening height. Simply pull the hood down to close it. CAUTION! Do not leave the hood open in areas where strong gusts of wind are likely . Such a place might be by the side of the road where large trucks pass by . Strong gusts of wind may damage your hood. Always close the hoo ...

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    LIGHTS Courtesy/Reading Lights These lights, located under the rearview mirr or , come on whenever a door is opened or the illuminated entry system is activated. The lights can also be turned on with the doors closed by means of switches located on the bottom of the rearview mirr or . These lights also function by rotating the dimmer contr ol in th ...

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    Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened and the dome switch is not in the defeat position. Battery Saver Feature — Interior Lights The interior courtesy lights come on when a door is open or left ajar . T o prevent battery drain, if you leave a door open or ajar , these lights will turn off after 15 minutes. After you cl ...

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    Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the ex- treme bottom “OFF” position. The in- terior lights will remain of f when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent (white semi-circle). This featur e brightens the odometer and radio dis- play when the parking lights ...

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    T o change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function Contr ol Lever up or down. Daytime Running Lights The fog lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is on, the headlights are of f, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal nigh ...

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    If the ignition switch is turned to any position other than the Off position at any time during the 3 minute delay period the battery saver feature will be disabled. Fog Lights The front fog light switch is on the Multi-Function Control Lever . T o activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the ...

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    If either light remains on and does not flash, or ther e is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective. Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch Pull the Multi-Function Control Lever towar ds you to switch the headlight ...

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    W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. ADJUST ABLE PEDALS Y our V iper is equipped with an adjustable pedal system that ...

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    W ARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. Y ou could lose control and have an accident. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. Adjustable Left Foot Rest The left foot rest can be manually adjusted for e and aft and rotated up and down to a comfortable position. UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 3 ...

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    T o adjust the left foot rest: • Loosen the nut on the pedal using a 13 mm socket. • Slide the pedal fore, aft and/or r otate up or down to find a comfortable position. • Retighten the nut, being careful not to overtighten. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the right control lever . Move the con ...

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    Windshield W ashers T o use the washer , pull the control lever towar d you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate in low speed for two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval pr eviously selected. If the lever is pulled while in the OFF pos ...

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    UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS m Instrument Panel Featur es .................. 7 3 m Instrument Cluster Description .............. 7 4 ▫ Speedometer .......................... 7 4 ▫ T urn Signal Indicators ................... 7 5 ▫ Hazard Indicator ....................... 7 5 ▫ Message Center ....................... 7 5 ▫ ...

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    ▫ Fan Control .......................... 9 1 ▫ T emperature Contr ol .................... 9 1 ▫ Mode Control ......................... 9 1 ▫ Operating T ips ........................ 9 4 72 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL ...

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    INSTRUMENT P ANEL FEA TURES UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL 73 4 ...

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    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION Speedometer Shows the vehicle speed in miles-per- hour and kilometers-per-hour . Odometer/T rip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven. U.S. federal regulations r equire that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the vehicle ...

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    T urn Signal Indicators The arrows will flash in unison with the corr esponding exterior turn signal when using the signal lever . Hazard Indicator Both turn signal arrows will flash in unison with all fr ont and rear turn signals when the hazar d warning switch is used. NOTE: Leaving the hazard flashers on for extended periods of time will wear do ...

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    W ARNING! If both ABS and/or Brake W arning lamps become illuminated, please seek service immediately! Y our V iper will have diminished braking capability and control if ABS and/or service brake systems are not working properly . Have your brake system serviced immediately . Skip Shift Indicator This indicator is located in the T achometer . There ...

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    CAUTION! Prolonged driving with the light on could cause further damage to the emission control system. It could also affect fuel economy and driveability . The vehicle must be serviced before any state emissions tests can be performed. If the light is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur . Immediate service is ...

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    T runk Ajar Light This light indicates that the trunk is not latched. Engine Coolant T emperature Light A red LED light on the Coolant T emperatur e gauge will illuminate to warn of an overheated engine coolant condition. Low Oil Pressure Light A red LED light on the Oil Pr essure gauge will illuminate to indicate low engine oil pressur e. The ligh ...

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    Brake System W arning Light The dual brake system provides a r eserve braking capability in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. The warning light should be checked frequently to assur e that it is operating properly . This can be done by turning the ignition switch to a point midway between ON and ST AR T . The light should ...

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    Gauges T achometer This gauge shows engine speed in revolutions- per-minute (RPM) times 1,000. A void excessive engine speeds in any part of the red warning zone, particularly when driving downhill or in lower gears. Coolant T emperature Gauge This gauge shows the engine coolant tempera- ture. The gauge pointer will likely show higher temperatures ...

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    This gauge does not indicate the amount of oil in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. Check the level often during severe usage. Fuel Gauge This gauge shows the amount of fuel in the gas tank. The reaction time of the gauge has been slowed to avoid needle fluctuation during pe- riods of high G force cornering. V oltage ...

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    Clock Setting Procedure 1. T urn the ignition switch to the “ON” or “ACC” position. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press either the “H” (Hour) or “M” (Minute) buttons on the radio. The display will show the time. 2. Pr ess the “H” button to set hours or the “M” button to set minutes. The time setting w ...

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    NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Mode Press the MODE button r epeatedly to select between AM, FM, and the CD changer . Seek Press and r elease the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to see ...

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    T o Set The Radio Push-Button Memory When you are r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to push-button memory , press the SET RND button. SET 1 will show in the display window . Select the “1–5” button you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not selected within 5 seconds after pressing the S ...

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    CD Player Operation NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power / V olume control pushed ON before the CD player will operate. Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3 ⁄ 4 inch (12cm) discs only . The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. Y ou may either insert or ejec ...

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    Radio display will show “ejecting” when it is being ejected. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The unit will continue in radio mode. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF . Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the bu ...

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    CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough r oad, the CD player may skip momentarily . Skipping will not damage the disc or the player , and play will resume automatically . As a safeguard and to pr otect your CD player , one of the following warning symbols may appear on your display . A “CD HOT” symbol indicates that player is to ...

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    T oggle the PTY button to select the following format types: Program T ype Radio Display Adult Hits Adlt Hit Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock College College Country Country Information Inform Jazz Jazz Foreign Language Language News News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Oldies Personality Persnlty Public Public Rhythm and Blues R & B Religiou ...

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    The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTY program type when sear ching for the next PTY station. If no station is found with the selected PTY pr ogram type, the radio will return to the last station. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Pr ogram T ype) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio will tune to the ...

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    RADIO ANTENNA The radio antenna is located in the windshield. RADIO OPERA TION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to ...

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    The controls ar e as follows: Fan Control Use this control to r egulate the amount of air forced thr ough the sys- tem in any mode you select. T urn the control clockwise to incr ease fan speed. T urn the control to th eO—O f f position to shut off the fan and to prevent any outside air fr om entering the vehicle. This also turns off the A/C comp ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 92

    Panel Air is directed thr ough the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct air flow . Bi-Level Air is directed thr ough the instrument panel and floor outlets. A small amount of air is also directed through the defr ost outlets. NOTE: There is a varying temperatur e differential be- tween the upper and lower outlets ...

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    shows that the Air Conditioning compressor is on. Con- ditioned air is now directed thr ough the outlets selected. Pushing the button a second time turns the compressor OFF . Slight changes in engine speed or power may be noticed when the compressor is on. This is a normal occurr ence since the compressor will cycle on and of f to maintain comfort ...

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    Operating Tips When operating the system during the winter months, make sure the air intake, at the right side of the hood, is free of ice, slush, snow or other obstr uctions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains. The blower air will heat faster in cold weather if you use only ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 95

    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS m Starting Procedur es ...................... 9 7 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start .................. 9 8 ▫ After Starting ........................ 1 0 0 m T ransmission Shifting .................... 1 0 0 ▫ Recommended Shift Speeds .............. 1 0 1 ▫ Skip Shift Light ....................... 1 0 1 m Parking ...

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    ▫ Compact Spare T ire — If Equipped ......... 1 2 0 ▫ T ire Spinning ........................ 1 2 1 ▫ T read W ear Indicators .................. 1 2 2 ▫ Replacement T ires ..................... 1 2 2 ▫ Alignment And Balance ................. 1 2 3 m Low T ire Pressur e (Ltp) System ............. 1 2 4 ▫ Low T ire Indicator ........... ...

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    ST ARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera- tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. W ARNING! Do not leave animals or children inside parked vehicles in hot weather; interior heat build up may cause seri ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 98

    the engine has not started within 3 seconds, slightly depress the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the key to the “OFF” position, wait 5 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedur e. If Engine Fails to Start NOTE: The Remote Keyless Entry T ransmitter MUST be used to unlock ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 99

    W ARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery , booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 100

    After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. W ARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury . TRANSMISSION SHIFTING NOTE: The parking brake should be engaged and the g ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 101

    Recommended Shift Speeds T o use your manual transmission for fuel economy it should be upshifted as listed below . Shift at the vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (r elatively steady speeds) will result in increased fuel economy , and may be used as indicated. MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPE ...

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    T o maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, down- shift to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep grade. W ARNING! Skipping more than one gear while downshifting, could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Y ou could have an accident. CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high an engine sp ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 103

    Before leaving the vehicle, make sur e you fully apply the parking brake. Place the transmission in REVERSE. Fail- ure to do so may cause the vehicle to r oll and cause damage or injury . As an added precaution, turn the fr ont wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. Always apply the parking brake whene ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 104

    BRAKE SYSTEM The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressur e to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type a ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 105

    CAUTION! The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed after-market radios or tele- phones. W ARNING! • Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu- ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that a ...

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    NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. This is normal, indicating that the Anti-Lock Brake System is functioning. W ARNING! T o use your brakes and accelerator more safely , follow these tips: • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal. This could overheat th ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 107

    In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The ef fort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that r equired with the power system operating. If either the front or r ear hydraulic system loses normal capability , the remaining sys ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 108

    TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION Tire Markings NOTE: • P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tir es have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards. T ires designed to this standar d have ...

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    T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ( ....blank.... ( = Passenger car tire based on European design standards L T = Light T ruck tire based on U.S. design standards T = T emporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section W idth in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect R ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 110

    EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry . H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corr esponding to its load index under certain operating conditions. —The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 111

    Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the T ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 112

    Tire Loading and T ire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: Some vehicles have a “T ire and Loading Infor- mation” placard located on the driver’s side “B” pillar . T ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the, 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your ...

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    Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tir e size and cold tire inflation pressur es specified on the T ire and Loading Information placard and the V ehicle Loading section o ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 114

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and car go being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the avai ...

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    ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 1 15 5 ...

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    W ARNING! Overloading of your tire is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES—GENERAL INFORMA TION Tire Pressure Proper tir e inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory oper ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 117

    2. Economy— Improper inflation pr essures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tir e tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tr ead life resulting in a need for earlier tire r eplacement. Underinflation also increases tire rolling r esistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. Ride Comfort and V ehicle Stability— ...

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    The pressur e should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for signs of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pr essure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tir es may look properly inflated even when they ar e underinflated. CAUTION! After ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 119

    T ire pressur e may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pr essure build up or your tire pr essure will be too low . T ire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 120

    Radial-Ply Tires W ARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly . The instability could cause an accident. Al- ways use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combine them with other types of tires. Cuts and punctures in radial ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 121

    Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spar e wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the compact spare installed. Damage to the vehicle may result. Tire Spinning W ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 122

    T read Wear Indicators T read wear indicators ar e in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tr ead grooves and will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear in 2 or more adjacent gr ooves, the ti ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 123

    W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combina- tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and performance charac- teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han- dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to steeri ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 124

    Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration. V ibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of- balance. Proper balancing will r educe vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear . Low Tire Pressure (L TP) System Low Tire Indicator The Low T ire indicator in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) of the instrument cluster will flash slowly ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 125

    CAUTION! The Low T ire Pressure (L TP) system has been opti- mized for the original equipment tires and wheels. The L TP system pressures have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. After-market ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 126

    Tire Storage T ire storage is addressed in the Michelin Limited T ire W arranty Booklet. Specific recommendations on guidelines for long term tire storage for this vehicle should be r equested of the Michelin T ire Corporation 1-800-433-6838. Tire Rotation Recommendations Do not rotate these tir es as the wider rear tires will not fit on the front ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 127

    FUEL REQUIREMENTS Y our vehicle is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations and pr ovide excellent fuel economy when using high quality pre- mium unleaded gasoline having an octane rating of 93 or higher . Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However , continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage a ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 128

    Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with mate- rials called oxygenates such as 10% alcohol, MTBE, ETBE or T AME. Oxygenates are r equired in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygen- ates may be used in your vehicle. CAUTION! DO NOT use ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 129

    Sulfur In Gasoline Y our vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards on clean burning, low sulfur , California gasoline. Gasoline sold outside of California is allowed to have higher sulfur levels that may affect the performance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter . This may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light or ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 130

    W ARNING! Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck that may cause injury . The volatility of some gasolines may cause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank that may increase while you drive the vehicle. This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and/or vapors when you remove the cap from ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 131

    WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard W arning Flasher .................. 1 3 2 m If Y our Engine Overheats ................. 1 3 2 m Jump-Starting Procedur es ................. 1 3 4 m Driving On Slippery Surfaces .............. 1 3 7 ▫ T raction ............................ 1 3 7 m Freeing A Stuck V ehicle .................. 1 3 8 m T o ...

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    HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Depress the flasher button and all front and r ear directional signals will flash. Depress the flasher button again to turn the flashers off. Do not use this emergency warning system when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicl ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 133

    • In city traffic— While moving, shift into the highest gear possible to reduce engine RPM. NOTE: There ar e steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. Y ou can also turn t ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 134

    JUMP-ST ARTING PROCEDURES W ARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery , booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the bat ...

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    The battery is located under the battery access panel inside the trunk on the left side. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting. 1. W ear eye protection and r emove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. 2. When boost is pr ovided by a battery i ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 136

    without letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake, place the transmission in neutral and turn the ignition OFF for both vehicles. 3. T urn off the heater , radio and all unnecessary electrical loads. 4. If you ar e jump starting your V iper , connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery . Connect the oth ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 137

    and the other end to the engine of the other vehicle. Make sure that you have a good contact on the engines. NOTE: When using another vehicle as the power source, turn of f all accessories. 8. T urn off the Theft Security System. NOTE: If system is not turned off, the Theft System electronics will pr event the engine from starting. 9. Allow battery ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 138

    • Slow down during rainstorms or when roads ar e slushy . • Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. CAUTION! Driving your V iper through deep puddles at speeds over 5 mph, may cause water to be ingested into the engine. This can cause severe engine damage. • Replace tires when tr ead wear indicators first become visible. • Keep tir ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 139

    TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Do not tow with sling type equipment. Only use flat bed equipment. Always comply with applicable state or local towing ordinances. CAUTION! T owing with equipment other than flat bed types may damage your vehicle. WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 139 6 ...

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    MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m 8.3L Engine Compartment ................ 1 4 4 m Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ......... 1 4 5 m Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 1 4 6 m Replacement Parts ...................... 1 4 7 m Dealer Service ......................... 1 4 7 m Maintenance Procedur es ...... ...

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    ▫ Power Steering (Pump And Reservoir) ...... 1 6 1 ▫ Body Lubrication ..................... 1 6 2 ▫ Front And Rear Suspension Ball Joints ...... 1 6 2 ▫ Steering Linkage ...................... 1 6 3 ▫ Body Mechanism Lubrication ............. 1 6 3 ▫ W indshield W ashers ................... 1 6 5 ▫ Exhaust System ...................... ...

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    m Exterior Light Bulb Service ................ 1 8 7 ▫ Headlight, Parking, Front Park, T urn Signal, Front Sidemarker And Front Fog Light Removal ........................... 1 8 7 ▫ High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) . . . 188 ▫ T ail, T ail/Stop, And Marker Lamp Bulb Replacement ......................... 1 8 9 ▫ Backup And Rear T ur ...

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    8.3L ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 144 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

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    ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) T o meet new government regulations and pr omote cleaner air , your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions and engine control systems. When these systems ar e operating prop- erly , your vehicle will provide excellent ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 146

    EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system. Failure to pass could pr event vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection and Maintenance) requir ement, this check verifies the following: the MIL (Malfunction Indi ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 147

    ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station. b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M stat ...

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    NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take yo ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 149

    The best time to check the oil level is approximately 5 minutes after a fully warmed up engine is turned off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground also will improve the accuracy of the oil level r eadings. Add oil only when the level is below the SAFE mark. Changing Engine Oi ...

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    • T railer towing • Off-r oad or desert driving • If equipped for and operating with E–85 (ethanol) fuel If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first and follow the maintenance recommenda- tions in Schedule A . CAUTION! Overfilling the crankcase will cause oil ae ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 151

    Engine Oil V iscosity Chart The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be selected based on the following recommendation and be within the operating temperature shown in the engine oil viscosity chart. Synthetic Engine Oils There ar e a growing number of engine oils being pro- moted as either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you choose to u ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 152

    present a pr oblem to the environment. Contact your dealer , service station, or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil can be safely discar ded in your area. Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. Engine Oil Filter Selection All manufacturer’s engines have a full ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 153

    Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requir es the use of unleaded fuel only . Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not requir e maintenance. However , it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assur e prope ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 154

    W ARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex- haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any- thing that can burn. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine o ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 155

    Manual for the proper pr ocedure to be followed for checking ignition cable resistance. Cracked, damaged, or faulty cables should be replaced. Because of the plastic body shell on your V iper , ignition cables should be replaced with the specially designed RFI cables available at your dealer . Ignition timing cannot be set on this vehicle. Crankcas ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 156

    Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma- nently sealed. Y ou will never have to add water , nor is periodic maintenance requir ed. The battery is in a compartment inside the trunk on the left side. T o service the battery: 1. Locate the battery compartment inside the trunk. 2. Remove the battery cover mounting scr ...

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    10. T ighten the positive battery post and then tighten the negative battery post. 1 1. Install the battery cover and tighten down the screws. W ARNING! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 158

    CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that you attach the positive cable to the positive post and the negative cable to the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion. Apply grease to po ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 159

    2. Cycle the ignition fr om OFF to ACC four times with- out going into ON. Leave the switch in the OFF position after the fourth cycle. 3. Depr ess the driver’s side Power Door Lock switch in the UP dir ection. A single chime and a horn chirp indicate that the process has begun. 4. Remove the key fr om the ignition and exit the vehicle. 5. The fe ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 160

    1. Pr ess the driver’s door exterior handle to wake up the vehicle. 2. If the door does not open (vehicle is armed) pr ess the remote keyless entry unlock button to unlock the vehicle. 3. Pr ess the driver’s door exterior handle again to open the door . 4. Cycle the Ignition to ON/RUN. If the ignition is NOT cycled to ON/RUN, then the vehicle w ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 161

    Power Steering (Pump and Reservoir) W ARNING! Fluid level should be checked with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts. Do not overfill. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Check power steering fluid level at intervals as specified in the mai ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 162

    dipstick. If necessary , add fluid to restore to the pr oper indicated level. W ith a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Only petr oleum fluids specially formu- lated for minimum effect on the r ubber hoses should be used. Use only the manufacturer’s r ecommended fluid. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...

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    joints, use only special long life chassis grease, such as Multi-Mileage Lubricant, intended for this purpose. Steering Linkage There ar e two tie rod end ball joints that requir e periodic inspection. The ball joint seals should be inspected when- ever servicing the vehicle for other reasons. Damaged seals should be replaced to pr event leakage or ...

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    Other Body Mechanisms The following body mechanisms should be inspected and, if necessary , all pivot and sliding contact areas of these components should be lubricated with the lubricant specified as follows: Smooth White Body Lubricant - Such as Mopar Spray White Lube: • Hood hinge • D/ lid hinge • Fuel door hinge • Lock cylinders • Par ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 165

    • Rubber bushings • Starter bearing • Throttle contr ol cable • W ater pump bearings Windshield W ashers The fluid reservoir in the right side engine compartment should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield antifr eeze (not radiator antifreeze). Exhaust System The best protection against carbon ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 166

    Cooling System W ARNING! Y ou or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator . If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radia- tor is hot. Inspection Coolant protection checks should be made e ...

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    Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring pr oper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community . Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. Pr event ingestion by anima ...

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    Adding Coolant DO NOT remove the pr essure cap when checking cool- ant. When adding coolant or refilling system, a 50% solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used. Higher concentrations (not to exceed 65%) are r equired if temperatures below –37°F ar e antici- pated. Use only high purity water such as distilled or deio ...

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    W ARNING! The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add coolant to the radiator when the engine is over- heated. Do not loosen or remove the pressure cap to cool overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. T o prevent scalding or injury , do not remove the pressure cap ...

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    When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant r ecovery bottle. Points to Remember • Do not overfill the bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the coolant bottle. If antifreeze needs to be added, contents of the coolant bottle also must be protected against fr eezing. • If frequent coolant ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 171

    hose routing to be sur e hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat dam- age or mechanical wear . Insure nylon tubing in these ar eas has not melted or collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- plings to make sure they ar e secure and no leaks are present. Components should be replaced immediate ...

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    Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they are secur e and no leaks are present. Insure nylon tubing in these ar eas has not melted or collapsed. NOTE: Often, fluids are used during assembly plant operations to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. Therefor e, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not necessarily an indication of ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 173

    Brake and Clutch Fluid These fluids will tend to absorb moisture fr om the atmosphere over a period of time. If the fluid becomes contaminated with water , brake or clutch performance will deteriorate. The brake and clutch fluid must be changed every two years. CAUTION! Brake fluid can damage the finish of your V iper . Do not allow brake fluid to ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 174

    Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing underhood services, or immediately if the brake system warning lamp shows system failure. Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder ar ea before removing the cap. If necessary , add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requir ements described on the b ...

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    Hydraulic Clutch The fluid in the clutch master cylinder should be checked when performing other under hood services. T o check the fluid level, remove the r eservoir cap. If necessary , add fluid to the reservoir . Use only the manufacturer’s r ec- ommended brake fluid. Refer to the Recommended Flu- ids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts section for ...

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    the transmission. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary , to maintain the proper level. Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. If the vehicle is operated under severe conditions, change ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 177

    Wheel Bearings Y our V iper has permanently sealed wheel bearings that do not requir e periodic maintenance. Appearance Care Y our manufacturer’s dealer of fers a complete line of products for cleaning your V iper . Follow the instructions on each container . Leather or V inyl Seat/T rim Care and Cleaning Leather is best preserved by r egular cle ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 178

    Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned regularly with any commercial household-type glass cleaner . Never use an abrasive type cleaner . Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses When cleaning the lenses, use care to avoid scratching the plastic. NOTE: Never scrape the windows with squeegees, razor blades, or other sharp instruments. ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 179

    Carpeting V acuum your carpeting regularly to pr event a soil buildup. Shampoo soiled carpeting with a reliable uphol- stery cleaner , using a natural sponge or soft bristle brush. After carpeting dries, vacuum it thoroughly . Underbody Maintenance The corrosive materials used for ice and snow r emoval or dust control may accumulate on the underbod ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 180

    FUSES — Power Distribution Center CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow , it shows a problem in the circuit that must be correc ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 181

    Power Distribution Center Cavity Fuse Circuits 1 Cartridge Fuse 40 Amp Batt-Relay Contact, High Blower Motor Module- ABS Pump Feed 2 Cartridge Fuse 40 Amp ABS Pump Feed 3 Cartridge Fuse 30 Amp Green Battery 4 Cartridge Fuse 20 Amp Y ellow Fused Feed to RS Ampli- fier or Power Amplifier 5 Cartridge Fuse 30 Amp Green Ignition Switch (Run & Access ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 182

    Cavity Fuse Circuits 18 Mini Fuse 15 Amp Blue Batt-Locks, Power Door 19 Mini Fuse 15 Amp Blue Batt 20 Mini Fuse 15 Amp Blue Feed-Courtesy , Dome, V i- sor , Illuminated Entry , Reading 21 Mini Fuse 15 Amp Blue Fuse Feed to Stop Lamp Switch 22 Mini Fuse 15 Amp Blue Battery to AC Clutch Re- lay 23, 24 Mini Fuse 10 Amp Red Airbag, Ignition Run 25-29 I ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 183

    Cavity Fuse Circuits 68, 69 Mini Fuse 20 Amp Y ellow Left HID Headlamp 70, 71 Mini Fuse 20 Amp Y ellow Right HID Headlamp 72-76 MICRO RELA Y Batt-Run/Acc Relay 82-86 MICRO RELA Y Heated Rear W indow (EBL) Relay 87-91 MICRO RELA Y Batt-Motor , Fuel Pump Relay VEHICLE STORAGE W e recommend that you follow these guidelines befor e storing your vehicle ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 184

    • If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera- tures, r emove the battery and store it in a dry , well ventilated area or place a trickle char ger (1.5 Amp) with automatic shutdown / overchar ge protection connected to the battery . Do not leave the trickle charger hooked up to the battery without being plugged into the 1 10 AC voltage o ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 185

    Check the battery every 4 to 6 weeks to ensure that the voltage is above 12.40. V oltage will drop more rapidly in hot temperatures. If battery voltage dr ops below 12.40, follow the battery rechar ge procedure in the Service Manual. • Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to at least -20°F (-29°C). • Block the wheels. Do not ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 186

    REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Light Bulbs Message Center Indicators .................. 1 0 3 Cluster ................................ 1 0 3 Gauge Pack ............................ 1 0 3 Heater Control ........................... 3 7 Interior Light .......................... 212–2 Courtesy Footwell Lights ................... 1 9 4 Exterior Light Bulb ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 187

    EXTERIOR LIGHT BULB SERVICE Headlight, Parking, Front Park, T urn Signal, Front Sidemarker and Front Fog Light Removal 1. Remove the splash shield. 2. T wist off sockets counter -clockwise and pull out bulbs from the socket, install the new bulbs, and r einstall the bulb and socket assembly . Replace the splash shield. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 187 ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 188

    NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights ar e turned on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after appr oximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) The headlights are a type of high voltage dischar ge tube. High vo ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 189

    T ail, T ail/Stop, and Marker Lamp Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk. Remove two access panel fasteners. Remove the access panel. 2. T wist sockets counter-clockwise to pull out bulbs. Replace tail, tail/stop, or marker lamp bulb. 3. Reinstall the appr opriate bulb and socket assembly . Replace the access panel. Close the trunk. MAINT AINING YOUR ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 190

    Backup and Rear T urn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk. Remove two access panel fasteners. Remove the access panel. 2. Remove thr ee plastic nuts from the upper lamp assem- bly . 190 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 191

    3. T wist sockets of the three bulbs shown counter - clockwise. Disconnect bulb and socket assemblies from the upper lamp assembly . Pull the upper lamp assembly clear in order to access backup and r ear turn signal lamp bulbs. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 191 7 ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 192

    4. Replace the backup or r ear turn signal lamp bulb. Reinstall the appropriate bulb and socket assembly . Re- install the three bulb and socket assemblies in the upper lamp assembly . Reinstall the upper lamp assembly . Re- place the access panel. Close the trunk. 192 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 193

    License Plate Light T wist off sockets counter -clockwise and pull out bulbs. Replace as requir ed. Headlight Aiming The headlights on your new V iper were aimed at the factory . The factory setting was made at a no load setting. A gr eat increase in weight will change the aiming and it may be necessary to readjust the headlights if you typically c ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 194

    Aiming Check Each headlight assembly can be adjusted up and down only . No left to right adjustment is necessary . T o check, proceed as follows: 1. Fill the fuel tank and park the vehicle on level gr ound. A driveway is not normally level. If in doubt and you have no way to check levelness, do not attempt to adjust the headlights. 2. Mark the posi ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 195

    FLUID CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 18 Gallons 68 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 8.3 Liter Engine 10 Quarts 9.5 Liters Cooling System* 8.3 Liter Engine 16 Quarts 15 Liters * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 195 7 ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 196

    RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/102,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive T echnology) Engine Oil Use API Certified. Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter Mopar t Engine Oil Filter Spark ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 197

    Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part T ransmission Mopar Synthetic Manual T ransmission Lubricant 75W/85W (Castrol Syntor q L T 75W/85W) Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant 75W -140, with Limited Slip Addi- tive Friction Modifier Brake Master Cylinder Mopar t Brake & Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor V ehicle Power Steering ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 198

    Body Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Hinges: Door , T runk & Hood Springs and Links Mopar t Spray White Lube Latches: Door , Hood & T runk Mopar t Multi-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 Door Hinge Check Spring Lubriplate Mo-Lith No. 2 Gr ease or Petrocan Multiflex Moly EP 2 Grease Seat Regulator & T rack Mopar t Multi-Purpose Lube ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 199

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance ........ 2 0 0 m Maintenance Schedules ................... 2 0 0 ▫ Schedule “B” ........................ 2 0 3 ▫ Schedule “A” ........................ 2 1 0 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 200

    EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued pr oper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliab ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 201

    • T axi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser - vice). L • Off-r oad or desert operation. • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule 9 B 9 . Second is Schedule “A” . It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed un ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 202

    Once a Month • Check tire pr essure and look for unusual wear or damage. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as requir ed. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir , brake master cylinder , power steering and transmission and add as needed. • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation. A ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 203

    SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures ar e below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More than 50% of your driving i ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 204

    Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Inspect the brake linings. X Change the rear axle fluid. X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the air cleaner filter . X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. X 204 SCHEDUL ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 205

    Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. X Inspect the brake linings. X X Change the rear axle fluid. X X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the air cleaner filter . X Rep ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 206

    Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. X Inspect the brake linings. X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the engine air cleaner filter . X Change the transmission fluid. ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 207

    Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (91 000) (96 000) (101 000) (106 000) (1 10 000) (1 15 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. X Change the rear axle fluid. X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the air cleaner filter . ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 208

    Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (125 000) (130 000) (134 000) (139 000) (144 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. XX Inspect the brake linings. X Change the rear axle fluid. X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the air cleaner filter . XX ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 209

    Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (163 000) (168 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXX Inspect the brake linings. X Change the rear axle fluid. X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the engine air cleaner filter . X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. X Change the ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 210

    SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXXX Change the rear axle fluid. X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Lubricate the front and r ear suspension ball joints. X Inspect and ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 211

    Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 (Kilometers) (67 000) (77 000) (86 000) (96 000) (106 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Change the rear axle fluid. X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the engine air cleaner filter . X Replace the ignition cables. X Repl ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 212

    Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (1 15 000) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000) [Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . XXXXXX Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect and replace, if necessary , the engine air cleaner filter . X Replace the spark plugs. X Change the ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 213

    * This maintenance is recommended by DaimlerChrysler Corporation to the owner but is not requir ed to maintain the warranty on the PCV orifice. ‡ This maintenance is not requir ed if previously replaced. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re- ceipts. W ARNING! Y ou can be bad ...

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    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 2 1 6 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 2 1 6 ▫ Prepar e A List ........................ 2 1 6 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests ............. 2 1 6 m If Y ou Need Assistance ................... 2 1 6 m W arra ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 216

    SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty , discuss additional charges with the service manager . Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 217

    The manufacturer has empower ed its dealers to make warranty and repair decisions that ensur e you are not inconvenienced. There is no need for you to wait for a decision from the manufactur er . If a special circumstance occurs that requir es information from the manufacturer , we have asked the dealer’s service management to make the contact on ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 218

    In Mexico contact: A v . Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 Sante Fe C.P . 05109 Mexico, D. F . In Mexico (915) 729–1248 or 729–1240 Outside Mexico (525) 729–1248 or 729–1240 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 219

    Contract, and you requir e service after your manufactur- er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please r efer to your contract documents, and contact the person listed in those documents. W e appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle. Y our dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tool ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 220

    REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and W ashington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 221

    • Service Manuals. These comprehensive service manuals pr ovide the information that students and professional technicians need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, pr oblem solving, maintaining, servicing and repairing DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system and/or components is written in straightforw ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 222

    DEP ARTMENT OF TRANSPORT A TION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following describes the tire grading categories estab- lished by the National highway T raffic Safety Adminis- tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your car . All Passenger Car T ires Must Con ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 223

    T emperature Grades The temperature grades ar e A (highest), B, and C, repre- senting the tire’s r esistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and r educe tire l ...

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    1 1786.1 ............................... 1 1 1 1819 ................................. 1 0 9 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System ............... 7 5 Accessory Delay , Power .................. 13,24 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 1 6 8 Adding Fuel ........................... 1 2 9 Additives, Fuel ......................... 1 2 9 Adjustable Ped ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 227

    Body Damage .......................... 1 7 8 Body Mechanism Lubrication ............ 162,163 Body Mechanisms ....................... 1 6 4 B-Pillar Location ........................ 1 1 2 Brake, Parking .......................... 1 0 2 Brake System ........................ 104,171 Anti-Lock ........................... 1 0 4 Fluid Check ............ ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 228

    Convertible T op ......................... 1 7 8 Convertible T op Maintenance ............... 1 7 8 Cooling System ......................... 1 6 6 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 1 6 8 Coolant Capacity ...................... 1 9 5 Coolant Level ......................... 1 6 9 Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 1 6 7 Drain, Flush, ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 229

    Oil Filter ............................ 1 5 2 Oil Selection .......................... 1 5 0 Overheating ........................... 7 8 Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 47,165 Exhaust System ......................... 1 6 5 Exterior Lights .......................... 1 8 6 Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 1 5 5 Flashers Hazard W ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 230

    Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 75,132 Headlights ............................ 1 8 8 Aiming ............................. 1 9 3 High Beam ........................... 6 5 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ......... 6 5 Switch ............................... 6 2 T ime Delay ........................... 6 3 Heater ............................. ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 231

    Light Bulbs ............................ 1 8 6 Lights ................................. 6 0 Airbag ............................. 41,79 Anti-Lock W arning ...................... 7 5 Back-Up ............................. 6 1 Brake W arning ......................... 7 9 Daytime Running ....................... 6 3 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ............. ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 232

    Schedule 9 B 9 .......................... 2 0 3 Malfunction Indicator Light .............. 76,146 Manual, Service ......................... 2 2 0 Manual T ransmission ..................... 1 0 0 Master Cylinder ......................... 1 7 4 Message Center .......................... 7 5 Mirrors ................................ 5 5 Electric Remote ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 233

    Pets .................................. 4 6 Pets, T ransporting ........................ 4 6 Placard, T ire and Loading Information ......... 1 1 2 Power Accessory Delay ...................... 13,24 Steering .......................... 107,161 W indows ............................. 2 3 Pregnant W omen and Seat Belts .............. 3 2 Programming T ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 234

    Seat Belts .............................. 2 6 And Pregnant W omen ................... 3 2 Extender ............................. 3 2 Inspection ............................ 4 8 Operating Instructions ................... 2 8 Reminder ............................ 7 7 Seats ................................. 5 7 Adjustment ........................... 5 ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 235

    Theft Alarm ............................ 1 9 Theft System ............................ 1 9 T ilt Steering Column ...................... 6 5 T ire and Loading Information Placard ......... 1 1 2 T ire Markings .......................... 1 0 8 T ire Safety Information .................... 1 0 8 T i r e s .............................. 1 16,222 Air Pr ...

  • Dodge 18681 Viper - page 236

    Underbody Maintenance .................. 1 7 9 Uniform T ire Quality Grades ................ 2 2 2 Upholstery Care ........................ 1 7 7 V ehicle Identification Number ................ 6 V ehicle Loading ...................... 1 13,130 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7 V ehicle Storage ......................... 1 8 3 V eh ...

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