2004 DODGE VIPER power steering fluid

NPower Steering (Pump And Reservoir)......161
NBody Lubrication.....................162
NFront And Rear Suspension Ball Joints......162
NSteering Linkage......................163
NBody Mechanism Lubrication.............163
NWindshield Washers...................165
NExhaust System......................165
NCooling System.......................166
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......170
NBrake System........................171
NBrake, Power Steering, And Fuel System
Hoses.............................171NBrake And Clutch Fluid.................173
NMaster Cylinder......................174
NHydraulic Clutch.....................175
NTransmission........................175
NRear Axle...........................176
NWheel Bearings.......................177
NAppearance Care.....................177
mFuses Ð Power Distribution Center..........180
mVehicle Storage........................183
mReplacement Bulbs......................186
NInterior Light Bulbs....................186
NExterior Light Bulbs...................186
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Power Steering (Pump and Reservoir)
WARNING!
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 maintenance schedules.
During scheduled maintenance, check the power steering
fluid level at the power steering fluid reservoir.The fluid should be checked HOT with the engine OFF.
Before removing the reservoir cap, wipe the outside of
the cap and reservoir so that no dirt can fall into the
reservoir.
All power steering pumps have a dipstick. Fluid level
should be maintained at the proper level indicated on the
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Transmission Mopar Synthetic Manual Transmission Lubricant 75W/85W (Castrol Syntorq
LT 75W/85W)
Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant 75W-140, with Limited Slip Addi-
tive Friction Modifier
Brake Master Cylinder MopartBrake & Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle
Power Steering Reservoir ATF+4
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Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the suspension components.
²Lubricate door hinges and check springs.
²Check the engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Check power steering fluid level.
²Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on
Schedule ªAº 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every other
interval shown on Schedule ªBº 6,000 miles (10 000
km).
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Body Damage.......................... 178
Body Mechanism Lubrication............162,163
Body Mechanisms....................... 164
B-Pillar Location........................ 112
Brake, Parking.......................... 102
Brake System........................104,171
Anti-Lock........................... 104
Fluid Check.......................... 173
Master Cylinder....................... 174
Warning Light......................... 79
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.....46,107
Bulbs, Light............................ 186
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 195
Capacities, Fluid......................195,196
Capacity, Cargo Weight................... 130
Caps, Filler
Power Steering........................ 161
Car Washes............................ 179Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 47
Cargo Compartment
Capacity............................ 130
Carpeting............................. 179
Catalytic Converter...................... 153
CD Player............................82,85
Chains, Tire............................ 125
Charging System Light..................... 78
Checks, Safety........................... 47
Child Restraint.......................... 33
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 36
Circuit Breakers......................... 180
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 127
Climate Control.......................... 90
Clock................................. 81
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 89
Compact Spare Tire...................... 120
Contract, Service........................ 218
Converter, Catalytic...................... 153
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Oil Filter............................ 152
Oil Selection.......................... 150
Overheating........................... 78
Exhaust Gas Caution...................47,165
Exhaust System......................... 165
Exterior Lights.......................... 186
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 155
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................ 75
Fluid Capacities......................195,196
Fluid Leaks............................. 48
Fluid Level Checks
Capacities........................... 195
Manual Transmission................... 175
Power Steering........................ 161
Fog Lights.........................62,64,78
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 132Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 138
Fuel................................. 127
Adding............................. 129
Gauge............................... 81
Octane Rating........................ 127
Tank Capacity........................ 195
Fuses................................ 180
GasCap .............................. 129
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 128
Gauges................................ 80
Coolant Temperature..................78,80
Fuel................................ 81
Oil Pressure........................... 80
Tachometer........................... 80
Voltmeter............................ 81
Gear Ratios............................ 196
Glass Cleaning.......................... 178
Ground Clearance....................... 126
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