2008 DODGE VIPER ignition

WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming in contact with your exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact anything that
can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this should occur,
safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop, shut the
engine off, and allow the vehicle to cool. Thereafter,
obtain service, including a tune-up to manufacturer's
specifications immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
²Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
²Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
²Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Ignition Wiring System and Ignition Timing
The ignition cables should be kept clean and the termi-
nals fully seated. Do not remove the nipple assemblies
from the coil towers. Cracked, damaged, or faulty cables
should be replaced. See your authorized dealer for ser-
vice.
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NOTE:
²Because of the plastic body shell on your vehicle,
ignition cables should be replaced with the specially
designed RFI cables available at your dealer.
²The ignition timing cannot be set on this engine.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from plugging due to deposits. As vehicle mileage builds
up, the Crankcase Ventilation Valve orifice may accumu-
late deposits. If a valve is not working properly, it should
be replaced with a new orifice. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN THE OLD ORIFICE!
Check the ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits and replace if necessary. See your
authorized dealer for service.
Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-
nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
The battery is located underneath an access panel inside
the rear compartment on the left side of the vehicle. A
remote battery terminal is located in the engine compart-
ment for jump-starting.
To gain access to the battery, remove the floor portion of
the rear compartment carpet.
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Battery Save Feature
The Battery Save feature conserves battery power when
storing the vehicle. It allows for up to 3 months of storage
time without losing radio and engine controller memory.
Using this feature is an alternative to disconnecting the
battery.
NOTE:This vehicle is designed to sit in storage with a
fully charged battery for up to 30 days. If you plan to
store the vehicle longer than 30 days, we recommend
doing one of the following:
²Disconnect the battery.
²Use the battery charger.
²Put the vehicle into Battery Save mode (3-month
charge).
To Activate the Battery Save Feature:
1. Insert the key into the ignition switch.2. Cycle the ignition switch from OFF/LOCK to ACC
four times. Leave the switch in the OFF/LOCK position
after the fourth cycle.
3. Push the driver's Power Door Lock switch in the UP
direction. A single chime will sound and the horn will
chirp to indicate that the process has begun.
Ignition Key Positions
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4. Remove the key from the ignition switch and exit the
vehicle. The Battery Save Feature will be enabled 45
seconds after all doors are closed.
NOTE:
²Turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position
at any time will cancel activation of the Battery Save
Feature.
²The remote keyless entry and the exterior passenger
door handle will not work when the Battery Save
feature is enabled. Enter the vehicle by using the key to
unlock the door manually and by using the exterior
driver door handle to open the door.
²The Vehicle Security Alarm is disabled when the
Battery Save Feature is enabled. Therefore, the vehicle
is not protected when the Battery Save Feature is
enabled.
²The exterior and interior lighting functions will not
work when the Battery Save Feature is enabled.
To Deactivate the Battery Save Feature:
1. Press the exterior driver's door handle once to wake
up the vehicle. Then, press the handle again to open the
door.
NOTE:If the door does not open (vehicle is armed),
press the remote keyless entry unlock button to unlock
the vehicle.
2. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. The
Battery Save Feature will turn off.
NOTE:If the ignition switch is NOT turned to ON/
RUN position, the Battery Save Feature will be enabled
45 seconds after the driver's door is closed.
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Cooling System
WARNING!
²When working near the radiator cooling fans,
disconnect each fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fans are tempera-
ture controlled and can start any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
²You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, don't open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser/
radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty,
clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose
vertically down the face of the condenser/radiator.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
coolant from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing
properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to
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FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS)
Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
A power distribution center is located in the engine
compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle. This
center contains fuses and relays.
Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
1 40 Amp
GreenÐ Blower Motor
2 40 Amp
GreenÐ Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Pump Feed/Starter
3 30 Amp
PinkÐ Body Control Module
(BCM) - Battery Feed
4 20 Amp
BlueÐ Amplifier
5 30 Amp
PinkÐ Ignition Switch Run/
Accessory Feed -
Windows/Adjustable Ped-
als
6 40 Amp
GreenÐ Body Control Module
(BCM) - Battery Feed
7 30 Amp
PinkÐ Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Module
Power Distribution Center
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
8 30 Amp
PinkÐ Ignition Switch Run/
Accessory Feed
9 40 Amp
GreenÐ Headlights
10 30 Amp
PinkÐ Ignition Switch Run Feed
11 Ð 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shutdown Relay
(ASD)
12 Ð 20 Amp
YellowCigar Lighter
13 Ð 15 Amp
BlueHazard Flasher
14 Ð 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shutdown Relay
(ASD)
15 Ð 20 Amp
YellowRear Window Defogger
(EBL)Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
16, 17 Ð 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power Outlet
18 Ð 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Off Draw (IOD)
19 Ð 15 Amp
BlueHorn
20 Ð 15 Amp
BlueAir Conditioning (A/C)
Clutch Relay
21 Ð 15 Amp
BlueStop Light Switch
22 Ð 25 Amp
ClearFuel Pump/Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
23, 24 Ð 10 Amp
RedAirbag
60, 61 Ð 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Run/Start Relay
Feed
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 108,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000)
Changeengine oilandengine oil filter,if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXXX
Rotate the tires.LLXXX
Inspect and replace theengine air cleaner fil-
terif necessary.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Replace theignition cables.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not
replaced at 60 months.X
Inspect and replace the Auto Tension Drive
Belt if necessary. ³X
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the transmission fluid.X
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