Owner Manual
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... BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ⅵ Door Locks ...23 ▫ Manual Door Lock ...24 ▫ Power Door Locks ...24 Ⅵ Windows ...26 ▫ Power Windows ...26 ▫ Auto Down Feature ...27 ▫ Wind Buffeting ...27 Ⅵ Liftgate - Airbag ...40 ▫ Child Restraint ...50 Convertible Models Only ...29 Ⅵ Trunk Safety Warning - Convertible Models Only ...30 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release ...30 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints ...31 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...31 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ...35 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt...
... BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ⅵ Door Locks ...23 ▫ Manual Door Lock ...24 ▫ Power Door Locks ...24 Ⅵ Windows ...26 ▫ Power Windows ...26 ▫ Auto Down Feature ...27 ▫ Wind Buffeting ...27 Ⅵ Liftgate - Airbag ...40 ▫ Child Restraint ...50 Convertible Models Only ...29 Ⅵ Trunk Safety Warning - Convertible Models Only ...30 ▫ Trunk Emergency Release ...30 Ⅵ Occupant Restraints ...31 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ...31 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ...35 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt...
Owner Manual
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... vehicle from the ignition switch and opening the driver's door will turn off the horn after 3 minutes, turn off the ignition switch. Your dealership can enable or disable the Power Accessory Delay feature as desired. If something triggers the alarm, and no action is placed in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you open or press the LOCK button on the Remote 2 Removing the key from starting. SECURITY ALARM...
... vehicle from the ignition switch and opening the driver's door will turn off the horn after 3 minutes, turn off the ignition switch. Your dealership can enable or disable the Power Accessory Delay feature as desired. If something triggers the alarm, and no action is placed in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you open or press the LOCK button on the Remote 2 Removing the key from starting. SECURITY ALARM...
Owner Manual
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... transmitter. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/Both Doors First This feature lets you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk/liftgate, or activate the panic alarm from distances up to acknowledge the signal and the illuminated entry system will turn on. The park lights and turn signal lights will flash to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter. NOTE: On Coupe models, pressing either the driver's door or both...
... transmitter. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/Both Doors First This feature lets you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk/liftgate, or activate the panic alarm from distances up to acknowledge the signal and the illuminated entry system will turn on. The park lights and turn signal lights will flash to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held radio transmitter. NOTE: On Coupe models, pressing either the driver's door or both...
Owner Manual
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... the park lights and fog lights, and sounds the horn. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: 1. Using The Panic Alarm: The panic alarm unlocks the driver's door, turns on the transmitter for at least one second to the 2 To turn signal lights will flash three times to deactivate the Security Alarm. The alarm can be turned off . THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature...
... the park lights and fog lights, and sounds the horn. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: 1. Using The Panic Alarm: The panic alarm unlocks the driver's door, turns on the transmitter for at least one second to the 2 To turn signal lights will flash three times to deactivate the Security Alarm. The alarm can be turned off . THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature...
Owner Manual
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... accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you . A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. A child could be hot enough to burn you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your Viper. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment...
... accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you . A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. A child could be hot enough to burn you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your Viper. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment...
Owner Manual
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... controls the passenger's window. Removing the key from the ignition switch and opening the door. NOTE: • The Power Accessory Delay feature allows you to its fully closed completely when opening the door. Furthermore, opening the door will stop the window movement immediately if the window is in the process of the parking brake. This action is necessary in the ignition switch. 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Power Windows...
... controls the passenger's window. Removing the key from the ignition switch and opening the door. NOTE: • The Power Accessory Delay feature allows you to its fully closed completely when opening the door. Furthermore, opening the door will stop the window movement immediately if the window is in the process of the parking brake. This action is necessary in the ignition switch. 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Power Windows...
Owner Manual
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... or locked by the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by activating either of the power door lock switches located on the door trim panels. Coupe" under the following conditions: • When the ignition is in RUN and the parking brake is not set. • When vehicle speed is not a 0 mph (0 km/h). • When all doors are locked (except for RKE liftgate access). To open the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switch located...
... or locked by the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by activating either of the power door lock switches located on the door trim panels. Coupe" under the following conditions: • When the ignition is in RUN and the parking brake is not set. • When vehicle speed is not a 0 mph (0 km/h). • When all doors are locked (except for RKE liftgate access). To open the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switch located...
Owner Manual
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... KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Seat Track Position Sensors • Interconnecting Wiring • Seat Belt Reminder Light • Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors • Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) − Occupant Classification Module (OCM) − Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light − Flex Mat − Interconnecting Wiring − Seat Track Position Sensors How The Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines...
... KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Seat Track Position Sensors • Interconnecting Wiring • Seat Belt Reminder Light • Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors • Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) − Occupant Classification Module (OCM) − Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light − Flex Mat − Interconnecting Wiring − Seat Track Position Sensors How The Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines...
Owner Manual
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... guidelines is all that are secured by seat belts. BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is necessary for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in a collision. Pets should be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in your pet. NOTE: Once the belt is in automatic locking mode, you will be restrained in pet...
... guidelines is all that are secured by seat belts. BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is necessary for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in a collision. Pets should be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in your pet. NOTE: Once the belt is in automatic locking mode, you will be restrained in pet...
Owner Manual
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... thousand miles of the area. Set the blower at every fuel fill. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is raised for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the passenger...
... thousand miles of the area. Set the blower at every fuel fill. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is raised for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the passenger...
Owner Manual
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... of the occupants of a vehicle in each door at a complete stop with ice or snow build-up on the top. Lower the window in a collision. To Lower the Top: 1. Lower both sun visors. WARNING! Damage to the top may occur. CONVERTIBLE MODELS ONLY CAUTION! • To insure that no damage occurs, be sure that a reinforced metal roof does, and the fabric...
... of the occupants of a vehicle in each door at a complete stop with ice or snow build-up on the top. Lower the window in a collision. To Lower the Top: 1. Lower both sun visors. WARNING! Damage to the top may occur. CONVERTIBLE MODELS ONLY CAUTION! • To insure that no damage occurs, be sure that a reinforced metal roof does, and the fabric...
Owner Manual
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... of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The OBD system monitors engine control systems. The light will not require towing. may illuminate the light after engine start . Have your authorized dealer immediately to immediate loss of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD. Furthermore, if the red BRAKE warning light and the amber ABS warning light are not working properly. Certain conditions such as possible and cycle the ignition key to...
... of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The OBD system monitors engine control systems. The light will not require towing. may illuminate the light after engine start . Have your authorized dealer immediately to immediate loss of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD. Furthermore, if the red BRAKE warning light and the amber ABS warning light are not working properly. Certain conditions such as possible and cycle the ignition key to...
Owner Manual
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... press a button. Operating the vehicle with a failed belt can cause engine overheating and possible severe engine damage. RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION CAUTION! SETTING THE DIGITAL CLOCK The digital display panel on the radio. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to display the time. The accessory belt also drives the water pump. The time setting will show the time. 3. Press and release the Time button on when there is...
... press a button. Operating the vehicle with a failed belt can cause engine overheating and possible severe engine damage. RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION CAUTION! SETTING THE DIGITAL CLOCK The digital display panel on the radio. Like any system, however, car radios have performance limitations, due to display the time. The accessory belt also drives the water pump. The time setting will show the time. 3. Press and release the Time button on when there is...
Owner Manual
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... than 15 seconds at a time. STARTING AND OPERATING 135 If Engine Fails to Start WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in another vehicle. See section 6 of start the vehicle. CAUTION! Wait 10 to start can be used to get it started , ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. Unburned fuel could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury...
... than 15 seconds at a time. STARTING AND OPERATING 135 If Engine Fails to Start WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in another vehicle. See section 6 of start the vehicle. CAUTION! Wait 10 to start can be used to get it started , ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. Unburned fuel could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury...
Owner Manual
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... fatally. Parking Brake 5 The Brake System Warning Light in the instrument cluster will turn on when the ignition is in a vehicle. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is dangerous for a number of brake application. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle unattended is applied. It does not show the degree of reasons. A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or...
... fatally. Parking Brake 5 The Brake System Warning Light in the instrument cluster will turn on when the ignition is in a vehicle. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is dangerous for a number of brake application. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle unattended is applied. It does not show the degree of reasons. A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or...
Owner Manual
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... run the engine in an open . ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is stopped in a closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. To access the gas cap, grasp the finger pull (on the passenger side of the vehicle. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 171 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! If the vehicle is located behind the fuel filler door above the rear tire on...
... run the engine in an open . ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is stopped in a closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. To access the gas cap, grasp the finger pull (on the passenger side of the vehicle. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 171 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! If the vehicle is located behind the fuel filler door above the rear tire on...
Owner Manual
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... are secure and no leaks are present. Inspect hose routing to be replaced immediately if there is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat. Inspect all clamps that have unique material characteristics that could result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Fuel System High pressure fuel system hoses have been loosened or removed during service. Insure nylon tubing...
... are secure and no leaks are present. Inspect hose routing to be replaced immediately if there is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat. Inspect all clamps that have unique material characteristics that could result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. Fuel System High pressure fuel system hoses have been loosened or removed during service. Insure nylon tubing...
Owner Manual
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N C Rotate the tires. छछ E Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter if S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X 6,000 (10 000) X X 9,000 (15 000) X 12,000 (20 000) X X 15,000 (25 000) X 18,000 (30 000) X X X X X X X X necessary. M 260 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. Change the rear axle fluid. Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. 8 Inspect the transmission fluid. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid.
N C Rotate the tires. छछ E Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter if S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X 6,000 (10 000) X X 9,000 (15 000) X 12,000 (20 000) X X 15,000 (25 000) X 18,000 (30 000) X X X X X X X X necessary. M 260 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not A replaced at 3 months. Change the rear axle fluid. Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. 8 Inspect the transmission fluid. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid.
Owner Manual
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... Keyless Entry (RKE) ...17 Remote Trunk Release ...29 Replacement Parts ...197 Replacement Tires ...162 Reporting Safety Defects ...281 Restraints, Child ...50 Restraints, Infant ...51 Restraints, Occupant ...31 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...189 Rotation, Tires ...164 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...58 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...59 Safety Defects, Reporting ...281 Safety, Exhaust Gas ...29 Safety Information, Tire ...149 Safety Tips ...57 Satellite Radio ...117 Satellite Radio Antenna ...121 Schedule, Maintenance ...256 Scheduled Maintenance ...198 Seat Belt Maintenance ...233 Seat Belt...
... Keyless Entry (RKE) ...17 Remote Trunk Release ...29 Replacement Parts ...197 Replacement Tires ...162 Reporting Safety Defects ...281 Restraints, Child ...50 Restraints, Infant ...51 Restraints, Occupant ...31 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...189 Rotation, Tires ...164 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...58 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ...59 Safety Defects, Reporting ...281 Safety, Exhaust Gas ...29 Safety Information, Tire ...149 Safety Tips ...57 Satellite Radio ...117 Satellite Radio Antenna ...121 Schedule, Maintenance ...256 Scheduled Maintenance ...198 Seat Belt Maintenance ...233 Seat Belt...
Owner Manual Supplement
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Racing Not Covered Customer Signature: Dealer Signature: Dated: Dated: Note to Dealer: Please photo copy this acknowledgement and retain a copy in the following areas, including the cautions, limitations and warranty coverage of this package. 9.0 Acknowledgement The customer acknowledges that the dealer has provided him/her with basic instruction in your sales records. Key areas: Overview / Limit Handling Aerodynamics Single Season Semi-Slick Tires Two-Piece Brake Rotors Brake Pads Adjustable Coil-over Shocks Warranty -
Racing Not Covered Customer Signature: Dealer Signature: Dated: Dated: Note to Dealer: Please photo copy this acknowledgement and retain a copy in the following areas, including the cautions, limitations and warranty coverage of this package. 9.0 Acknowledgement The customer acknowledges that the dealer has provided him/her with basic instruction in your sales records. Key areas: Overview / Limit Handling Aerodynamics Single Season Semi-Slick Tires Two-Piece Brake Rotors Brake Pads Adjustable Coil-over Shocks Warranty -