2008 DODGE VIPER trunk release

Lubrication
The tie rod ends are lubricated for life. No periodic
lubrication is required.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,
doors hinges, trunk/liftgate hinges, and hood hinges,
should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to insure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism, and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a smallamount of a high quality lubricant, such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.
Body Mechanism Lubrication
Body and other operating mechanisms and linkages
should be inspected, cleaned, and lubricated, as required
to maintain ease of operation and to provide protection
against rust and wear.
Before the application of any lubricant, the parts con-
cerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;
after lubricating, excess oil or grease should be removed.
Hood Latch
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch release mechanism and safety catch should be
inspected, cleaned, and lubricated.
It is important to maintain proper lubrication to insure
that the hood mechanisms work properly and safely.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 215
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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
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Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)......17,21
Transporting Pets........................ 56
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 161
Trip Odometer.......................... 96
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 30
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 29
Turn Signals........................81,82,99
Underbody Maintenance.................. 232
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 283
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 168
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 35
Upholstery Care........................ 233
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading......................154,173
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................126,238
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 13Vinyl Trim............................. 233
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................200,251
Voltmeter............................. 105
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 176
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 280
Washer, Adding Fluid...................89,217
Washers, Windshield.................87,88,217
Water
Driving Through...................... 140
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 163
Wheel Bearings......................... 230
Wind Buffeting.......................... 27
Window Fogging........................ 127
Windows.............................. 26
Power............................... 26
Windshield Defroster...................58,125
Windshield Washers..................87,88,217
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