2006 DODGE VIPER key

ignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD system isnot readyand you shouldnot
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have yourvehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M
station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on
with the engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine Moparparts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Moparparts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special
tools and equipment to perform all service operations in
an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which
include detailed service information for your vehicle.
Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure
yourself.
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CAUTION!
It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that you attach the positive cable to the
positive post and the negative cable to the negative
post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and
negative (-) and identified on the battery case. Cable
clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and
free of corrosion. Apply grease to post and clamps
after tightening. If using a “fast charger” while the
battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle
battery cables before connecting the charger to bat-
tery. Do not use a “fast charger” to provide starting
voltage.
Battery Save Feature
The Battery Save feature conserves battery power when
storing the vehicle up to 3 months without losing radio
and engine controller memory. This is an alternative to
disconnecting the battery.
NOTE:This vehicle is designed to sit in storage for up
to 30 days on a fully charged battery. If this vehicle is to
be stored for longer than 30 days the following is
recommended:
1. Disconnect the battery
2. Use the battery charger
3. Put the vehicle into Battery Save mode (3 month
charge).
Start the battery save feature by doing the following:
1. Insert the key into the ignition.
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2. Cycle the ignition from OFF to ACC four times with-
out going into ON. Leave the switch in the OFF position
after the fourth cycle.
3. Depress the driver’s side Power Door Lock switch in
the UP direction. A single chime and a horn chirp indicate
that the process has begun.4. Remove the key from the ignition and exit the vehicle.
5. The feature is cancelled when the ignition is cycled to
ON/RUN.
6. The vehicle will enter Battery Save Mode 45 seconds
after all doors are closed.
NOTE:The remote keyless entry and passenger exterior
door handle will not work when the Battery Save feature
is enabled. Enter the vehicle either by using the key to
open the door manually or by using the outside door
handle.
NOTE:The Vehicle Theft Alarm is disabled when the
vehicle is in Battery Save mode. Therefore, the vehicle is
not protected when the Battery Save feature is enabled.
NOTE:The exterior and interior lighting functions will
not work when the vehicle is in Battery Save Mode.
Exit Battery Save Mode by doing the following:
Ignition Key Positions
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1. Press the driver’s door exterior handle to wake up the
vehicle.
2. If the door does not open (vehicle is armed) press the
remote keyless entry unlock button to unlock the vehicle.
3. Press the driver’s door exterior handle again to open
the door.
4. Cycle the Ignition to ON/RUN. If the ignition is NOT
cycled to ON/RUN, then the vehicle will re-enter Battery
Save Mode 45 seconds after the driver’s door is closed.
Air Conditioner
Check the air conditioning system operation at the start
of the warm weather season.
NOTE:If air conditioning operation seems to be lower
than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser,
located in front of the radiator for dirt or insect accumu-
lation. Clean with a gentle water spray as required. Frontend fascia protectors may reduce air flow to the con-
denser and radiator, reducing A/C and engine cooling
performance.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer
to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
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High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
NOTE:If High Intensity Discharge (HID) lights are not
working, recycle the headlight switch 4 times to see if it
will restrike.
Tail, Tail/Stop, and Marker Lamp Bulb
Replacement
1. Open the trunk. Remove two access panel fasteners.
Remove the access panel.
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Emergency Starting..................... 158
Gas Caution.......................... 181
Jump Starting......................... 158
Keyless Transmitter Replacement............ 20
Bearings.............................. 200
Belt System, Six Point..................... 35
Belts, Drive............................ 176
Belts, Seat.............................. 29
Body Damage.......................... 201
Body Mechanism Lubrication............186,187
Body Mechanisms....................... 188
Boot, Convertible Top...................61,66
B-Pillar Location........................ 134
Brake, Parking.......................... 124
Brake System........................125,195
Anti-Lock........................... 125
Fluid Check.......................197,222
Hoses.............................. 196
Master Cylinder....................... 197Warning Light......................... 95
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.....52,129
Bulb Replacement....................... 212
Bulbs, Light......................... 211,212
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 220
Capacities, Fluid........................ 220
Capacity, Cargo Weight................... 153
Caps, Filler
Power Steering........................ 185
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 192
Car Washes............................ 202
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............53,151
Cargo Compartment
Capacity............................ 153
Carpeting............................. 202
Catalytic Converter...................... 176
CD Player...........................99,102
CD Player Maintenance................... 110
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Fueling............................... 152
Fuses................................ 203
GasCap .............................. 152
Gasoline.............................. 148
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 149
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 149
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 149
Gauges................................ 96
Coolant Temperature..................94,96
Fuel................................ 97
Oil Pressure........................... 96
Speedometer.......................... 90
Tachometer........................... 96
Voltmeter............................ 97
General Information...................... 19
Glass Cleaning.......................... 201
Ground Clearance....................... 148Hazard Warning Flasher.................91,156
Headlights............................ 214
Aiming............................. 219
High Beam........................... 80
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch......... 80
Passing.............................. 80
Switch............................... 78
Time Delay........................... 79
Heater................................ 111
High Beam Indicator...................... 93
Hood Latch Maintenance.................. 188
Hood Release........................... 73
Hoses.............................195,196
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 198
Ignition
Key ................................. 12
Timing.............................. 178
Wiring System........................ 178
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Infant Restraint.......................... 36
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 69
Instrument Cluster........................ 90
Instrument Panel and Controls............... 89
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 201
Interior and Instrument Lights..........See Lights
Interior Lighting......................... 76
Interior Lights.........................76,77
Intermittent Wipers....................... 85
Introduction............................. 4
Jump Starting.......................... 158
Key-In Reminder......................... 13
Keyless Entry System...................... 16
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 43
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 30LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 38
Latches
Hood.............................73,188
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 148
Liftgate..............................26,76
Light Bulbs......................... 211,212
Lights...............................54,75
Airbag.............................46,95
Anti-Lock Warning...................... 91
Back-Up............................. 76
Brake Warning......................... 95
Bulb Replacement...................... 211
Daytime Running....................... 78
Dimmer Switch, Headlight..............76,80
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 94
Exterior Check......................... 54
Fog .............................78,79,94
Hazard Warning Flasher...............91,156
Headlight Switch....................... 78
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