2006 DODGE VIPER remote control

pulling on the lever attached to the trunk latching
mechanism, which is coated so that it glows in a dark-
ened trunk.
LIFTGATE — COUPE MODELS ONLY
The liftgate can be unlatched by using the vehicle key or
with the remote keyless entry transmitter. Press and hold
the trunk/liftgate button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter to unlatch the liftgate by remote. The front
and rear park/turn signal lights will blink 3 times. Then
pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
With the ignition ON, the trunk/liftgate open symbol
will be displayed in the instrument cluster indicating that
the liftgate is open.
With the key in the OFF/LOCK position or key out, the
trunk/liftgate open symbol will be displayed until the
liftgate is closed.
WARNING!
•Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-
ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
the liftgate closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
•If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-
ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when
opening the liftgate in cold weather.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Convertible Top Operation — Convertible Models
Only.................................57
▫To Lower The Top......................58
▫To Raise The Top......................58
▫Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation–
If Equipped..........................61
▫Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal And
Storage.............................66

Console Features........................68

Mirrors...............................69▫Inside Day/Night Mirror.................69
▫Electric Remote Control Mirrors............70
▫Mirror Adjustment.....................70

Seats.................................71
▫Manual Front Seat Adjustments............71
▫Reclining Seat.........................73

To Open And Close The Hood..............73

Lights................................75
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights.................75
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Electric Remote Control Mirrors
Both of the outside mirrors can be adjusted by using the
remote controls mounted inside the driver’s door, below
the door handle and power door switch.NOTE:Place the mirror selector switch in the center
(neutral) position to prevent accidental movement of the
mirrors.
Mirror Adjustment
Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side
Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
Right Side Mirror
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much
wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to
your vehicle.
Power Mirror Controls
70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Be sure the hood latches are fully latched before
driving.
LIGHTS
Courtesy/Reading Lights
These lights, located under the rearview mirror, come on
whenever a door is opened or the illuminated entry
system is activated. These lights also function by rotating
the dimmer control in the multi-function control lever.
The reading lights can be manually turned on with the
doors closed by means of switches located on the bottom
of the rearview mirror.There are also courtesy lights located in both the driver
and passenger footwell areas. They will turn on as part of
the illuminated entry system by either opening a door,
unlocking the door from the remote keyless entry, or by
the multi-function control lever dimmer control.
Courtesy/Reading Light Switches
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75
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On Coupe models there is an additional light for the
liftgate. The liftgate light and courtesy lights will turn
ON when the liftgate is opened. The liftgate light and
courtesy lights fade to OFF in about 4 seconds after the
liftgate is closed.
Interior Lights
The interior lights come on when a door, or liftgate
(Coupe models) is opened and the dome switch is not in
the defeat position. The interior lights will turn ON and
remain on for about 30 seconds then fade to OFF when
either of the following occurs:
•A door is opened using the outside door handle then
closed.
•A door is unlocked using the remote keyless entry
transmitter.
•A door is unlocked using the outside driver’s door key
cylinder.If a door is opened using the inside door handle the
interior lights will fade to OFF in about 4 seconds after
the door is closed.
Battery Saver Feature — Interior Lights
The interior courtesy lights come on when a door is open
or left ajar. To prevent battery drain, if you leave a door,
or liftgate (Coupe models) open or ajar with the ignition
key out or in the OFF/LOCK position, these lights will
turn off after 15 minutes. After you close the door, the
interior courtesy lights will again function in the normal
manner.
Multi-Function Control Lever
The Multi-Function Control Lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight
beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior
lights, the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

•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
the vehicle is not going to be driven in the next 3
weeks, follow the battery recharge procedure in the
Service Manual, then disconnect the battery at the
negative terminal or use the save feature described in
Maintaining your Vehicle section under the Mainte-
nance Procedures sub-section, within Maintenance-
Free Battery.CAUTION!
Use care when disconnecting the remote positive
cable. It is connected to the battery and can short out
to any metal on the vehicle. Always tape or wrap the
exposed cable end to prevent electrical shorts.
•Disconnecting the battery causes the engine control
system to lose memory of some “learned” functions,
unless using the Battery Save feature described in
Maintaining your Vehicle section under the Mainte-
nance Procedures sub-section, within Maintenance-
Free Battery. The engine may run rough when first
started after a battery disconnect until the control
module “relearns” these functions.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 209
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Defroster, Windshield...................... 53
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 85
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 169
Dimmer Control......................... 77
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................. 80
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 193
Door Locks............................. 14
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 16
Doors................................. 14
Drive Belts............................ 176
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 162
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 70
Emergency Brake........................ 124
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 163
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 156Jump Starting......................... 158
Overheating.......................... 156
Towing............................. 163
Emission Control System Maintenance......170,226
Engine............................... 168
Break-In Recommendations................ 52
Checking Oil Level..................... 172
Compartment......................... 168
Coolant (Antifreeze).................190,221
Cooling...........................94,190
Exhaust Gas Caution................26,53,151
Fails to Start.......................... 120
Fuel Requirements..................148,220
Oil ...........................172,220,221
Oil Change Interval.................... 173
Oil Disposal.......................... 175
Oil Filter............................ 175
Oil Selection.......................174,220
Overheating........................94,156
INDEX 253
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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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