2006 DODGE VIPER oil viscosity

Gauges
Tachometer
This gauge shows engine speed in revolutions-
per-minute (RPM) times 1,000. Avoid excessive
engine speeds in any part of the red warning
zone, particularly when driving downhill or in
lower gears.
Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows the engine coolant tempera-
ture. The gauge pointer will likely show higher
temperatures when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, or in heavy stop and go
traffic. If the red LED light turns on, stop the vehicle and
turn off the engine until the cause is corrected.
Oil Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows the oil temperature. The
gauge pointer will likely show higher tempera-
tures when driving in hot weather, up moun-
tain grades, or in heavy stop and go traffic. If
the red LED light turns on, stop the vehicle and turn off
the engine until the cause is corrected.
Oil Pressure Gauge
This gauge shows engine oil pressure when the
engine is running. The pressure will vary with
engine speed, oil viscosity, and engine tem-
perature. Oil pressures will be higher as the
engine is warming up. The normal operating pressure is
between 20 and 80 psi (pounds per square inch). If the
pointer remains in the red range, turn off the engine until
the cause is corrected.
96 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

•Trailer towing
•Off-road or desert driving
•If equipped for and operating with E–85 (ethanol) fuel
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first and follow the maintenance recommenda-
tions in ScheduleA.
CAUTION!
Overfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration and
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends full synthetic engine oils that are API rated
as SL/CF and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler
Material Standard MS-10725. Use Mopar or an equivalent
oil meeting the specification MS-10725.
If you choose to operate this vehicle in a very aggres-
sive driving style, the manufacturer recommends the
use of a full synthetic engine oil, such as Mobil 1SAE
0W-40.
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart
The proper SAE viscosity grade of engine oil should be
selected based on the following recommendation and be
within the operating temperature shown in the engine oil
viscosity chart.
174 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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) or equivalent.
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 or equivalent.
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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Engine Oil Viscosity...................174,220
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 174
Exhaust Gas Caution..............26,53,151,189
Exhaust System......................... 189
Exterior Lights....................... 211,212
Fan .................................. 112
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 179
Engine Oil........................... 221
Flashers
Hazard Warning.....................91,156
Turn Signal........................... 91
Flash-To-Pass........................... 80
Floor Console........................... 68
Fluid Capacities......................... 220
Fluid Leaks............................. 54
Fluid Level Checks
Brake............................197,222Capacities........................... 220
Cooling System....................... 190
Engine Oil........................... 172
Manual Transmission................... 199
Power Steering.....................185,222
Fluids................................ 221
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 221
Fog Lights.........................78,79,94
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 156
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 163
Fuel................................. 148
Adding............................. 152
Additives............................ 150
Clean Air............................ 149
Gasoline............................ 148
Gauge............................... 97
Octane Rating........................ 221
Requirements......................148,220
Tank Capacity........................ 220
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Message Center.......................... 91
Mirrors................................ 69
Electric Remote........................ 70
Outside.............................. 70
Rearview............................. 69
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................171,245
Multi-Function Control Lever................ 76
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 52
Occupant Restraints....................... 29
Oil, Engine.......................172,220,221
Capacity............................ 220
Change Interval....................... 173
Checking............................ 172
Disposal............................ 175
Filter............................175,221
Materials Added to..................... 175Pressure Gauge........................ 96
Recommendation...................174,220
Viscosity............................ 220
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 175
Onboard Diagnostic System..............169,170
Operator Manuals (Owner’s Manuals)........... 4
Overheating, Engine...................... 156
Owner’s Manual.......................4,246
Paint Care............................. 200
Panic Alarm............................ 18
Parking Brake.......................... 124
Parking On Hill......................... 125
Passing Light........................... 80
PCV Valve............................ 178
Pedals, Adjustable........................ 82
Pets.................................. 52
Pets, Transporting........................ 52
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 134
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Spinning............................ 142
Storage............................. 147
Tread Wear Indicators................... 142
Top Cover.............................. 61
Towing............................153,163
Disabled Vehicle....................... 163
Trailering............................ 153
Traction.............................. 162
Trailer Towing.......................... 153
Transmission........................... 198
Fluid............................... 222
Shifting..........................122,123
Transmitter Battery Service.................. 20
Transmitter Programming................... 19
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry..........16,20
Transporting Pets........................ 52
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 142
Trip Odometer Reset Button................. 90
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 25Turn Signals..........................80,91
Underbody Maintenance.................. 202
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 247
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 148
Upholstery Care........................ 200
Vehicle Identification Number................ 6
Vehicle Loading......................135,153
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 208
Vehicle Theft Alarm....................... 21
Ventilation System....................... 111
Vinyl Trim............................. 200
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................174,220
Voltmeter.............................. 97
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 156
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
262 INDEX