2008 DODGE VIPER parking brake

Multi-Purpose Lubricant NLGI Grade 2 or equivalent
should be applied sparingly to all pivot and sliding
contact areas.
Other Body Mechanisms
The following body mechanisms should be inspected
and, if necessary, all pivot and sliding contact areas of
these components should be lubricated with a smooth
white body lubricant such as MopartSpray White Lube
or equivalent:
²Hood hinge
²D/ lid hinge
²Fuel door hinge
²Lock cylinders
²Parking brake mechanism
²Trunk/liftgate latches
²Ash tray
Points That Should Not Be Lubricated
There are many points that should not be lubricated;
some because they are permanently lubricated; some
because lubricants will be detrimental to the operating
characteristics; and some because lubricants will cause
component failures.
In particular, do not lubricate rubber bushings, since this
not only will cause them to fail, but will destroy their
necessary frictional characteristics.
Parts that should not be lubricated are as follows:
²Generator bearings
²Drive belt
²Accessory drive belt idler pulley
²Idler arm assembly
²Front wheel bearing
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VEHICLE STORAGE
We recommend that you follow these guidelines for
storing your vehicle for extended periods.
²Fill the fuel tank. This will prevent water condensation
inside the tank. If you plan to store your vehicle more
than 2 months, add an anti-oxidant fuel stabilizer to
the fuel tank.
²Change the oil to remove any corrosive combustion
related acids in the crankcase.
²Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to
at least -20ÉF (-29ÉC).
²Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum
pressure. (See page 158 for more information.)
²Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish.
²Store the vehicle in a dry, well-ventilated location.
²Move the wiper blades away from the windshield.
²Block the wheels. Do not apply the Parking Brake.
²Cut blocks of plywood about the same size of the tires.
Cover each block with indoor/outdoor carpeting and
place them between the tires and concrete. This will
prevent tire flat spotting.
²For long-term storage, remove the tires and put the
vehicle up on blocks. Stack the tires on plywood and
cover with a tarp to prevent flat spotting.
²If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera-
tures, either remove the battery and store it in a dry,
well ventilated area or connect a trickle charger (1.5
Amp) with automatic shutdown / overcharge protec-
tion to the battery. However, do not leave the trickle
charger hooked up to the battery without being
plugged in to a 110 volt AC outlet, as 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, perform the
battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual.
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Body
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Hinges:
Door, Trunk & Hood Springs and
LinksMopartSpray White Lube or equivalent.
Latches:
Door, Hood & Trunk MopartMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 or equivalent.
Door Hinge Check Spring Lubriplate Mo-Lith No. 2 Grease or Petrocan Multiflex Moly EP 2 Grease or
equivalent.
Seat Regulator & Track MopartMulti-Purpose Lube NLGI Grade 2 or equivalent.
Window System Components MopartSpray White Lube or equivalent.
Lock Cylinders MopartSpray White Lube or equivalent.
Parking Brake Mechanism MopartSpray White Lube or equivalent.
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Emergency Starting..................... 186
Jump Starting......................... 186
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 21
Location..........................186,206
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 210
Storing Vehicle........................ 210
Bearings.............................. 230
Belt System, Six Point..................... 38
Belts, Drive............................ 202
Belts, Seat.............................. 31
Body Damage.......................... 231
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 215
Body Mechanisms....................... 216
Boot, Convertible Top...................67,72
B-Pillar Location........................ 153
Brake, Parking.......................... 142
Brake System........................144,225
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................144,145
Fluid Check.......................226,253Hoses.............................. 225
Master Cylinder....................... 226
Warning Light......................... 99
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.....56,144
Bulb Replacement....................... 242
Bulbs, Light............................ 240
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 251
Capacities, Fluid........................ 251
Capacity, Cargo Weight................... 173
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 171
Oil (Engine).......................... 200
Power Steering........................ 213
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 221
Car Washes............................ 230
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............57,171
Cargo Compartment
Capacity............................ 173
INDEX 287
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Methanol............................. 169
Mirrors................................ 75
Electric Remote........................ 76
Outside............................75,76
Rearview............................. 75
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 166
Mopar Parts.........................197,280
MTBE/ETBE........................... 169
Multi-Function Control Lever................ 81
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 56
Occupant Restraints....................... 31
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 168
Odometer.............................. 96
Trip ................................ 96
Oil, Engine.......................198,251,252
Capacity............................ 251Change Interval....................... 199
Checking............................ 198
Dipstick............................. 198
Disposal............................ 201
Filter............................201,252
Filter Disposal........................ 201
Materials Added to..................... 201
Pressure Gauge....................... 104
Recommendation...................200,251
Viscosity..........................200,251
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 201
Onboard Diagnostic System..............195,196
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 75
Overheating, Engine...................... 176
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 282
Paint Care............................. 231
Panic Alarm............................ 19
Parking Brake.......................... 142
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Parking On Hill......................... 142
Passing Light........................... 84
PCV Valve............................ 206
Pedals, Adjustable........................ 90
Pets.................................. 56
Pets, Transporting........................ 56
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 153
Power
Accessory Delay......................13,26
Brakes.............................. 144
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 234
Door Locks........................... 24
Mirrors.............................. 76
Steering..........................148,213
Steering, Checking..................... 213
Windows............................. 26
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 39
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20Radial Ply Tires......................... 160
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 221
Radio Antenna......................... 122
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 106
Radio Operation........................ 122
Radio, Satellite.......................... 117
Radio (Sound Systems).................... 108
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 230
Rear Liftgate............................ 28
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 230
Rear Window Defroster................... 128
Rear Window Features.................... 128
Rearview Mirrors........................ 75
Reclining Front Seats...................... 78
Recreational Towing...................... 174
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 168
Refrigerant............................ 213
Reminder, Lights On...................... 82
Reminder, Seat Belt....................36,103
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