2006 DODGE VIPER steering wheel

HAZARD WARNING 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 rear 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 vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition
key removed.
NOTE:With extended use, the flasher may run down
your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
•On the highways —Slow down and use the highest
gear possible.
•In city traffic —While stopped, put the transmission
in neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed.
Hazard Flasher Switch
156 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between Reverse
and First gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal pres-
sure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels is most effective.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission/axle overheating and fail-
ure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the
wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h).
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!
Towing with equipment other than flat bed types
may damage your vehicle.
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▫Body Lubrication.....................186
▫Front And Rear Suspension Ball Joints......186
▫Steering Linkage......................187
▫Body Mechanism Lubrication.............187
▫Windshield Washers...................189
▫Exhaust System......................189
▫Cooling System.......................190
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......195
▫Brake System........................195
▫Brake, Power Steering, And Fuel System
Hoses.............................196
▫Brake And Clutch Fluid.................197
▫Master Cylinder......................197▫Hydraulic Clutch.....................198
▫Transmission........................198
▫Rear Axle...........................199
▫Wheel Bearings.......................200
▫Appearance Care.....................200

Fuses — Power Distribution Center..........203

Vehicle Storage........................208

Replacement Bulbs......................211
▫Interior Light Bulbs....................211
▫Exterior Light Bulbs — Convertible Models . . . 211
▫Exterior Light Bulbs — Coupe Models......212

Exterior Light Bulb Service................212
166 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Power
Accessory Delay......................14,28
Brakes.............................. 125
Distribution Center..................... 203
Steering..........................129,185
Windows............................. 27
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 35
Programming Transmitters.................. 19
Radial Ply Tires......................... 141
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 192
Radio Antenna.......................... 111
Radio Broadcast Signals.................... 98
Radio Operation......................... 111
Radio, Satellite.......................... 106
Radio (Sound Systems).................... 99
Rear Axle............................. 199
Rear Liftgate............................ 26
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 200Rearview Mirrors........................ 69
Reclining Front Seats...................... 73
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 149
Refrigerant............................ 185
Reminder, Lights On...................... 78
Reminder, Seat Belt.....................33,93
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 16
Replacement Parts....................... 171
Replacement Tires....................... 143
Reporting Safety Defects................... 245
Restraints, Child......................... 36
Restraints, Infant......................... 36
Restraints, Occupant...................... 29
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 163
Rotation, Tires.......................... 147
Run Flat Feature........................ 146
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 53
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 54
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