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The frame of your Viper is galvanized for rust-through
protection. It is also dipped in a black E-Coat to protect
the welded areas. Avoid any scratches through to bare
metal.
Commercial Car Washes
We do not recommend that you take your Viper through
a commercial car wash.
In the event that you do take your Viper to a commercial
car wash, move the Heater/Air Conditioning blower
control to the lowest setting. This will prevent the possi-
bility of water entering the system.
CAUTION!
The tires on your Viper are wider than the guide
tracks on most washes and the low ground clearance
of your vehicle may not be compatible with some car
wash equipment. You could damage your vehicle.
FUSES—Power Distribution Center
A power distribution center is located in the engine
compartment. This center contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•When installing the Power Distribution Center
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Power Distribu-
tion Center, and possibly result in a electrical
system failure.
•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 contin-
ues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit
that must be corrected.
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Power Distribution Center
Cavity Fuse Circuits
1 Cartridge
Fuse 40
AmpBatt-Relay Contact, High Blower
Motor Module-ABS Pump Feed
2 Cartridge
Fuse 40
AmpABS Pump Feed
3 Cartridge
Fuse 30
Amp
GreenBattery
4 Cartridge
Fuse 20
Amp Yel-
lowFused Feed to RS Amplifier or
Power Amplifier
Cavity Fuse Circuits
5 Cartridge
Fuse 30
Amp
GreenIgnition Switch (Run &
Accessory)-(Downstream)
6 Cartridge
Fuse 40
AmpBatt
7 Cartridge
Fuse 30
Amp
GreenBatt-Relay Contact, ABS Pump
Motor
8 Cartridge
Fuse 30
Amp
GreenBatt-Motor, Wiper
9 Cartridge
Fuse 40
AmpBatt-Fuseblock
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Cavity Fuse Circuits
10 Cartridge
Fuse 30
Amp
GreenBatt-Switch, Ignition (Run/Start/
Accy)
11 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowBatt-Relay Contact, Auto Shut-
down
12 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowSecondary Power Outlet Feed
13 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueBatt-Flasher, Hazard
14 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueRear 02 Sensor to Heater RelayCavity Fuse Circuits
15 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowElectric Heated RR. WDO (EBL)
16, 17 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowFused Feed-Cigar Lighter
18 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueBatt-Locks, Power Door
19 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueBatt
20 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueFeed-Courtesy, Dome, Visor, Illu-
minated Entry, Reading
21 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueFuse Feed to Stop Lamp Switch
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Cavity Fuse Circuits
22 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueBattery to AC Clutch Relay
23, 24 Mini Fuse
10 Amp
RedAirbag, Ignition Run
25-29 ISO RE-
LAYBatt-Relay Contact, High Blower
Motor
30-34 MICRO
RELAYBatt-Relay-Starter Contact to So-
lenoid
35-39 MICRO
RELAYFeed-Auto Shutdown Relay Coil
40-44 MICRO
RELAYFeed-Horn (From Relay)
45-49 MICRO
RELAYBatt-Relay-Headlamps
50-54 MICRO
RELAYRelay-A/C Clutch Output from
Relay Contact (B+)Cavity Fuse Circuits
55-59 MICRO
RELAYLeft/Right Downstream Oxygen
Sensor Output Feed FR
60, 61 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueIgnition Start/Run Relay Coil
62, 63 Mini Fuse
15 Amp
BlueIgnition Start/Run Gauges
64, 65 Mini Fuse
10 Amp
RedIgnition Start/Run Airbag
66, 67 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowFeed-Ign Run/Acc Wiper Switch
68, 69 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowLeft HID Headlamp
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Cavity Fuse Circuits
70, 71 Mini Fuse
20 Amp
YellowRight HID Headlamp
72-76 MICRO
RELAYBatt-Run/Acc Relay
82-86 MICRO
RELAYHeated Rear Window (EBL) Re-
lay
87-91 MICRO
RELAYBatt-Motor, Fuel Pump Relay
VEHICLE STORAGE
We recommend that you follow these guidelines before
storing your vehicle for extended periods.
•Fill the fuel tank. This will prevent water condensation
inside the gas tank.If you plan on storing your vehicle more than 2
months, add an anti-oxidant fuel stabilizer to the fuel
tank.
•Change the oil to remove any corrosive combustion
related acids in the crankcase.
•Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish.
•Cover the vehicle whenever possible to prevent acci-
dental damage to the finish.
•Store the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated location.
•If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera-
tures, remove the battery and store it in a dry, well
ventilated area or place a trickle charger (1.5 Amp)
with automatic shutdown / overcharge protection
connected to the battery. Do not leave the trickle
charger hooked up to the battery without being
plugged into the 110 AC voltage outlet, because this
will result in further drain on the vehicle’s battery. If
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