2005 DODGE VIPER Owners Manual

2. Remove three plastic nuts from the upper lamp assem-
bly.
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3. Twist 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 rear turn signal lamp
bulbs.4. Replace the backup or rear 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.
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License Plate Light
Twist off sockets counter-clockwise and pull out bulbs.
Replace as required.
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Headlight Aiming
The headlights on your new Viper were aimed at the
factory. The factory setting was made at a no load setting.
A great increase in weight will change the aiming and it
may be necessary to readjust the headlights if you
typically carry an excessive amount of weight in the
trunk or otherwise suspect misalignment.
Aiming Check
Each headlight assembly can be adjusted up and down
only. No left to right adjustment is necessary. To check,
proceed as follows:
1. Fill the fuel tank and park the vehicle on level ground.
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 position of the headlights on a wall prior to
loading the vehicle. Load the trunk with the items you
normally carry. Have someone sit in the driver’s seat who is
about the same weight as the person who drives the vehicle.
3. Push down on the front and rear of the vehicle several
times to make sure that the suspension has settled.
4. Then readjust the headlights to the original position.
NOTE:If any further adjustments are necessary, contact
your dealership.
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIESU.S. Metric
Fuel (approximate)
8.3 Liter Engine (Premium 91
Octane)18 gal-
lons68 liters
Engine Oil-With Filter
8.3 Liter Engines (0W-40) 10 qts. 9.5 Liters
Cooling System *
8.3 Liter Engines* (Mopar
Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
102,000 Mile Formula)16 qts. 15 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to
MAX level.
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/102,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology)
Engine Oil Use API rated SL/CF full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-40 is recommended.
Refer to the engine oil viscosity chart for the correct SAE grade meeting
DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-10725.
Engine Oil Filter MoparEngine Oil Filter
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine compart-
ment.
Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Only or higher
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Transmission Mopar Synthetic Manual Transmission Lubricant SAE 75W-85 (Castrol Syn-
torq LT 75W/85)
Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140, with Limited Slip
Additive Friction Modifier
Brake Master Cylinder MoparBrake & Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle
Power Steering Reservoir ATF+4
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Body
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Hinges:
Door, Trunk & Hood Springs and
LinksMoparSpray White Lube
Latches:
Door, Hood & Trunk MoparMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2
Door Hinge Check Spring Lubriplate Mo-Lith No. 2 Grease or Petrocan Multiflex Moly EP 2 Grease
Seat Regulator & Track MoparMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2
Window System Components MoparSpray White Lube
Lock Cylinders MoparSpray White Lube
Parking Brake Mechanism MoparSpray White Lube
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