2009 DODGE VIPER clutch

Change Brake Fluid
Brake fluid will tend to absorb moisture from the atmo-
sphere over time. If the fluid becomes contaminated with
water, brake performance will deteriorate. Therefore, the
brake fluid must be changed at the intervals specified in
“Maintenance Schedules” in Section 8 of this manual. See
your authorized dealer for service.
Manual Transmission
Transmission Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid in the transmission when performing
other underhood services.
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug located on
the left side of the transmission. The fluid level should be
at the bottom of the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to
maintain the proper level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid
type.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or damage to the
transmission. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid
type.
Change Transmission Fluid
Change the fluid at the intervals specified in “Mainte-
nance Schedules” in Section 8 of this manual. If contami-
nated with water, change the fluid immediately. See your
authorized dealer for service.
Hydraulic Clutch
Master Cylinder — Clutch Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid in the clutch master cylinder when
performing underhood services.
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Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. If necessary, add fluid to the reservoir.
Do Not Overfill. Overfilling can cause clutch release
problems as the clutch wears. A low fluid level may
indicate a leak, in which case, hydraulic clutch linkage
replacement may be required. The fluid level in the
reservoir will rise as the clutch wears - do not remove
fluid.
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended clutch fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for the correct fluid type.
WARNING!
Overfilling the clutch fluid reservoir can result in
spilling clutch fluid on hot engine parts and the
clutch fluid catching fire.Use only clutch fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter.
CAUTION!
•Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate
the clutch fluid, all clutch seal components could
be damaged causing partial or complete clutch
failure.
•Clutch fluid can damage the finish of your vehicle.
Do not allow clutch fluid to contact any painted
surface.
Change Clutch Fluid
Clutch fluid will tend to absorb moisture from the
atmosphere over time. If the fluid becomes contaminated
with water, clutch performance will deteriorate. There-
fore, the clutch fluid must be changed at the intervals
specified in “Maintenance Schedules” in Section 8 of this
manual. See your authorized dealer for service.
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
9 40 Amp
Green— Headlights
10 30 Amp
Pink— Ignition Switch Run Feed
11 — 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shutdown Relay
(ASD)
12 — 20 Amp
YellowCigar Lighter
13 — 15 Amp
BlueHazard Flasher
14 — 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shutdown Relay
(ASD)
15 — 20 Amp
YellowRear Window Defogger
(EBL)
16, 17 — 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power OutletCavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
18 — 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Off Draw (IOD)
19 — 15 Amp
BlueHorn
20 — 15 Amp
BlueAir Conditioning (A/C)
Clutch Relay
21 — 15 Amp
BlueSTOP LIGHT Switch
22 — 25 Amp
ClearFuel Pump/Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
23, 24 — 10 Amp
RedAirbag
60, 61 — 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Run/Start Relay
Feed
62, 63 — 15 Amp
BlueGauges
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Transmission MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Rear Axle MOPARSynthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140 or equivalent,
with Limited Slip Additive Friction Modifier
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARBrake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle or equivalent
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission
Fluid
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Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000
(Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXX X
Rotate the tires.XX X
Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter, if nec-
essary.X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if neces-
sary.X
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the transmission fluid.X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Change the rear axle fluid. X X
Change the brake and clutch fluid. X
Change the brake fluid.X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball
joints.X
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Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000
(Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXX X
Rotate the tires.XX X
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner fil-
ter, if necessary.X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt,
if necessary.X
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Change the rear axle fluid. X
Change the brake and clutch fluid. X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball
joints.X
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Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000
(Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXXX
Rotate the tires.XXX
Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter, if necessary. X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not
done at 102,000 miles.X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt, if
necessary.‡X
Inspect the transmission fluid. X
Change the transmission fluid.X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Change the rear axle fluid. X X
Change the brake fluid. X
Change the brake and clutch fluid.X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. X
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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)
Change the rear axle fluid. X X
Change the brake and clutch fluid. X
Change the brake fluid.X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball
joints.X
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