2009 DODGE VIPER turn signal

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is on the top of the
steering column, just behind the steering wheel.
Press the Hazard Warning flasher switch and all front
and rear directional signals will flash. Press the switch a
second time to turn the flashers off.Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate with the
ignition key removed.
NOTE:With extended use, the Hazard Warning flasher
may run down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
•On the highways —Slow down and use the highest
gear possible.
•In city traffic —While stopped, put the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
Hazard Warning Switch
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▫Brake System....................... 222
▫Manual Transmission.................. 224
▫Hydraulic Clutch..................... 224
▫Rear Axle.......................... 226
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion.......................... 226
Fuses.............................. 230
▫Power Distribution Center.............. 230
▫Mini-Power Distribution Center.......... 233
Vehicle Storage....................... 234
Replacement Bulbs..................... 236
Bulb Replacement..................... 237▫Auxiliary High Beam Headlight, Front
Park/Turn Signal Light, Front Side Marker
Light............................. 237
▫High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) . . 238
▫Front Fog Light...................... 239
▫
Taillight, Tail/Stop Light, Rear Marker Light. . 240
▫
Taillight, Tail/Stop Light, Rear Marker Light
(Coupe Models)
...................... 241
▫Backup Light, Rear Turn Signal Light...... 242
▫License Light....................... 245
Fluids And Capacities................... 246
Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts....... 247
▫Engine............................ 247
▫Chassis............................ 248
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properly. If not, there is a problem with a switch or the
system. See your authorized dealer for service.
•Cover the vehicle whenever possible to prevent acci-
dental damage to the finish.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number
Message Center Indicators.................. 103
Cluster................................ 103
Gauge Pack............................ 103
Heater Control........................... 37
Interior Light..........................212–2
Courtesy Foot Well Lights.................. 194
Cargo Light (Coupe Liftgate)................ 168LIGHT BULBS — Exterior
(Convertible Models) Bulb Number
Low/High Beam High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Headlight.... Serviced at authorized dealer only
Auxiliary High Beam Headlight......(HB3A) 9005XS
Front Park/Turn Signal Light.............3157AK
Fog Light.......................(H10 U) 9145
Front Side Marker Light..................2886X
Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL). . . 16 LED
(not serviceable)
Tail/Stop Light.........................3157
Taillight............................... 194
Rear Marker Light........................ 194
Backup Light...........................3157
Rear Turn Signal Light..................3457AK
License Light........................... 168
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LIGHT BULBS — Exterior
(Coupe Models) Bulb Number
Low/High Beam High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Headlight.... Serviced at authorized dealer only
Auxiliary High Beam Headlight......(HB3A) 9005XS
Front Park/Turn Signal Light.............3157AK
Fog Light.......................(H10 U) 9145
Front Side Marker Light..................2886X
Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL). . . 16 LED
(not serviceable)
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Light................3157
Rear Marker Light........................ 194
Backup Light...........................3157
License Light........................... 168
NOTE:Upon turning the High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Headlights on, there is a blue hue to the lamps.
This diminishes and becomes more white after approxi-
mately 10 seconds as the system charges.BULB REPLACEMENT
Auxiliary High Beam Headlight, Front Park/Turn
Signal Light, Front Side Marker Light
1. Remove the push pin from the upper outer corner of
the splash shield and remove the splash shield.
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2.Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter-
clockwise, and then pull it out of the headlight assembly.3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly.
4. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly.
5. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head-
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
6. Install the splash shield and push pin.
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
HEADLIGHT switch off and the key removed.Because
of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight
bulb yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.
1 — Front Side Marker Light
2 — Front Park/Turn Signal Light
3 — Low/High Beam HID Headlight
4 — Auxiliary High Beam Headlight
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Backup Light, Rear Turn Signal Light
1. Open the trunk.
2. Remove the two fasteners and then remove the access
panel.3. Remove the three upper light assembly retaining nuts.
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6. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-
terclockwise, and then pull it out of the lower light
assembly.
7. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly.
8. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly.
9. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the lower
light assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
1 — Backup Light
2 — Rear Turn Signal Light 244 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 205
Ethanol............................... 171
Exhaust Gas Caution..............31,60,174,214
Exhaust System.......................60,214
Exterior Finish Care...................... 227
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 206
Engine Oil........................206,247
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 206
Finish Care............................ 227
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................103,180
Turn Signal........................85,103
Flash-To-Pass........................... 86
Flooded Engine Starting................... 136
Floor Console........................... 94
Fluid Capacities......................... 246
Fluid Leaks............................. 62Fluid Level Checks
Brake............................222,248
Capacities........................... 246
Clutch Fluid.......................... 224
Cooling System....................... 217
Engine Oil........................... 203
Manual Transmission.................224,248
Power Steering.....................144,248
Fluids................................ 247
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 247
Fog Lights.........................83,84,101
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 180
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 195
Fuel................................. 170
Adding............................. 175
Clean Air............................ 171
Ethanol............................. 171
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 175
Gasoline............................ 170
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