2008 DODGE VIPER child restraint

who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older
than one year. These child seats are also held in the
vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.
The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing
more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit
the vehicle's seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit
with knees bent over the vehicle's seat cushion while the
child's back is against the seat back, they should use a
belt-positioning booster seat. The child and belt-
positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the
lap/shoulder belt.
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seat back, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
²Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
²The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.
²Check belt fit periodically. A child's squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
²If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
NOTE: For additional information, refer to
www.seatcheck.org or call 1±866±SEATCHECK.
WARNING!
Improper installation can lead to failure of a child
restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child
could be injured badly or killed. Follow the manufactur-
er's directions exactly when installing a child restraint.
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Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child
restraint:
²Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it
has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety
Standards. We also recommend that you make sure
that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle
where you will use it before you buy it.
²The restraint must be appropriate for your child's
weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for
weight and height limits.
²Carefully follow the instructions that come with the
restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may
not work when you need it.
²Buckle the child into the seat according to the child
restraint manufacturer's directions.
²When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the
vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or
collision, it could strike the occupants or seat backs
and cause serious personal injury.
Child Restraint Tether Anchor
Child restraints having tether straps and hooks
for connection to tether anchors have been
available for some time. In fact, many child
restraint manufacturers will provide add-on
tether-strap kits for some of their older products. There is
a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether
access cover behind the passenger seat.
To attach a child restraint tether strap:
1. Move the seat forward.
2. Move the seatback to its full forward position.
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3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either
side with a screwdriver or similar tool, as shown.
NOTE:While the child tether is in use, keep the access
cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced after use of
the child tether.4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either
opening in the seatback underneath the head restraint.
5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop.
6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Apply
body pressure to the seat to be sure the seat adjusters
have latched.
Child Tether Access Cover
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7. Return the seatback to an upright position.
8. Install the child restraint according to the manufactur-
er's directions.
9. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the
child restraint manufacturer's directions.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor position directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat belt
The passenger seat belt is equipped with an automatic
locking retractor for child restraint system installation. It
is designed to keep the lap portion of the restraint held
tightly to the passenger seat. Seat belts equipped with
automatic locking retractors have a distinctive label on
the webbing. (Refer to ªAutomatic Locking Modeº in this
section for additional information).
To restrain the child seat:
1. Pull enough webbing from the retractor to allow the
belt to pass through the child restraint and insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a ªclick.º
2. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull all of
the webbing out of the retractor.
3. Allow some of the webbing to retract back into the
retractor. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking
sound indicating that the belt is now in automatic locking
mode.
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4. Tighten the lap portion of the belt and allow the excess
webbing to retract back to the retractor. If it still does not
make the child restraint secure, then secure the child
restraint with the Child Restraint Tether Anchor.
NOTE:Once the belt is in automatic locking mode, you
will not be able to pull any more of the webbing out of
the retractor. In this mode, you will only be able to retract
excess webbing into the retractor to secure the child
restraint.
Transporting Pets
Deploying airbags could harm your pet. An unrestrained
pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a
passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Pets should be restrained in pet harnesses or pet carriers
that are secured by seat belts.
BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle.
Following these few simple guidelines is all that is
necessary for a good break-in:
For the first 500 miles (800 km):
²Keep your vehicle speed below the legal, posted speed
limit and your engine speed below 4,000 rpm.
²Avoid driving at a constant speed, either fast or slow,
for long periods.
²Do not make any full throttle starts and avoid full
throttle acceleration.
²Use the proper gear for your speed range.
²Wait until the engine has reached normal operating
temperature before driving at the recommended maxi-
mum break-in speed.
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Carpeting............................. 233
Catalytic Converter...................... 204
CD (Compact Disc) Changer................ 114
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............108,112
Chains, Tire............................ 164
Charging System Light.................... 106
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 150
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 196
Checks, Safety........................... 57
Child Restraint....................50,51,52,55
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 53
Circuit Breakers......................... 234
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 168
Climate Control......................... 122
Clock................................ 106
Clutch Fluid........................... 228
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 122
Console............................... 92Console, Floor........................... 92
Contract, Service........................ 279
Converter, Catalytic...................... 204
Convertible............................. 63
Convertible Boot.......................67,72
Convertible Top.......................63,232
Convertible Top Maintenance............... 232
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 221
Cooling System......................... 219
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 221
Coolant Capacity...................... 251
Coolant Level......................219,222
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 222
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 220
Inspection........................... 222
Points to Remember.................... 223
Pressure Cap......................... 221
Radiator Cap......................... 221
Rubber and Plastic Components............ 224
288 INDEX

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 17
Remote Trunk Release..................... 29
Replacement Parts....................... 197
Replacement Tires....................... 162
Reporting Safety Defects................... 281
Restraints, Child......................... 50
Restraints, Infant......................... 51
Restraints, Occupant...................... 31
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 189
Rotation, Tires.......................... 164
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 58
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 59
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 281
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 29
Safety Information, Tire................... 149
Safety Tips............................. 57
Satellite Radio.......................... 117
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 121Schedule, Maintenance.................... 256
Scheduled Maintenance................... 198
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 233
Seat Belt Reminder.....................36,103
Seat Belts.............................. 31
And Pregnant Women................... 39
Child Restraint...................50,51,52,55
Extender............................. 39
Inspection............................ 58
Operating Instructions................... 32
Reminder............................ 103
Untwisting Procedure.................... 35
Seats................................. 77
Adjustment........................... 77
Reclining............................. 78
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 13
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........220,252
Selection of Oil......................... 200
Service Assistance....................... 277
INDEX 297
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