2009 DODGE VIPER rear view mirror

MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A pivot system allows for horizontal and verti-
cal mirror adjustment.
Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small
control under the mirror to the night position (toward the
rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while
set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Power Mirrors
The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door
trim panel below the door handle. Press the button
marked “L” to select the driver’s outside mirror or the
button marked “R” to select the passenger’s outside
mirror. After selecting a mirror, either press on the top,bottom, left, or right side of the directional switch and the
mirror will move in the direction that the arrow is
pointing. To return the power mirror switch to the
neutral (off) position, press lightly on the push button not
previously pressed until the opposite push button pops
outward.
Power Mirror Controls
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

•A door is unlocked using the outside driver’s door key
cylinder.
The interior lights will turn on and remain on for about
four seconds and then fade to off if a door is opened
using the inside door handle.
Courtesy/Reading Lights
Two courtesy/reading lights are located in the bottom of
the rearview mirror. You can turn these lights on and off
from the switches in the bottom of the mirror or from the
dimmer control in the multifunction lever. These lights
are also controlled automatically by the illuminated entry
system.
Courtesy lights are also found in the driver’s foot well,
the passenger’s foot well, and in the liftgate on Coupe
models. You can turn this light on and off from the
dimmer control in the multifunction lever. This light is
also controlled automatically by the illuminated entry
system.
Courtesy/Reading Light Switches
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Convertible Top Care — Convertible Models Only
Use a mild detergent to clean the top. Avoid heavy
scrubbing and rinse with plenty of clean water. Allow to
dry thoroughly before storage.
Interior Care
Use MOPARTotal Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MOPARTotal Clean, then
MOPARSpot & Stain Remover, if absolutely necessary.
Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use MOPAR
Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
Leather or Vinyl Seat/Trim Care and Cleaning
Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a
damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an
abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be
removed immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils
can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOPARTotal Clean or equivalent. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking the leather with any liquid. Please do not use
polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or
ammonia-based cleaners to clean the leather. Application
of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the
original condition.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows
equipped with electric defrosters. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rearview mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
228 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Hood Release........................... 81
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 224
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 18
Infant Restraint........................53,54
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 105
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 77
Instrument Cluster....................... 100
Instrument Panel and Controls............... 99
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 229
Interior Appearance Care.................. 228
Interior Lighting.......................83,86
Interior Lights.........................86,88
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)............ 90
Introduction............................. 4Jump Starting.......................... 192
Key-In Reminder......................... 13
Keyless Entry System...................... 18
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster..........................42,43
Lane Change and Turn Signals............... 85
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 34
Latch Plate............................. 35
Latches................................ 62
Hood............................... 81
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 170
Life of Tires............................ 165
Liftgate................................ 30
Lights...............................62,83
Airbag........................47,53,61,103
Anti-Lock.........................101,151
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 101
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Power Door........................... 26
Low Tire Indicator....................... 169
Low Tire Pressure System.................. 169
Lubrication, Body....................... 212
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 207
Maintenance Procedures................... 203
Maintenance Schedule.................... 250
Light Duty Schedule “B”................. 253
Schedule “A”......................... 263
Schedule “B”......................... 253
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 102,201
Manual, Service......................... 275
Manual Transmission..................... 137
Fluid Level Check...................224,248
Lubricant Selection..................... 248
Shift Speeds.......................... 139
Message Center......................... 101
Methanol............................. 171Mirrors................................ 77
Electric Remote........................ 78
Outside............................77,78
Rearview............................. 77
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 169
Mopar Parts.........................202,274
MTBE/ETBE........................... 171
Multi-Function Control Lever................ 83
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 59
Occupant Restraints....................... 33
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 170
Odometer............................. 100
Trip ................................ 100
Oil, Engine.......................203,246,247
Capacity............................ 246
Change Interval....................... 204
288 INDEX

Checking............................ 203
Dipstick............................. 203
Disposal............................ 206
Filter............................206,247
Filter Disposal........................ 206
Materials Added to..................... 206
Pressure Gauge....................... 108
Recommendation...................205,246
Viscosity..........................205,246
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 206
Onboard Diagnostic System..............200,201
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 77
Overheating, Engine...................... 180
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).........4,275
Paint Care............................. 226
Paint Damage.......................... 226
Panic Alarm............................ 21Parking Brake.......................... 145
Parking On Hill......................... 145
Passing Light........................... 86
Pedals, Adjustable........................ 92
Pets.................................. 59
Pets, Transporting........................ 59
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 156
Polishing and Waxing..................... 227
Power
Accessory Delay......................13,28
Brakes.............................. 147
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 230
Door Locks........................... 26
Mirrors.............................. 78
Steering............................. 144
Windows............................. 28
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 41
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 22
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Radial Ply Tires......................... 163
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 219
Radio Antenna......................... 124
Radio Operation........................ 125
Radio, Satellite.......................... 120
Radio (Sound Systems).................... 111
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 226
Rear Liftgate............................ 30
Rear Window Defroster.................... 95
Rear Window Features..................... 95
Rearview Mirrors........................ 77
Reclining Front Seats...................... 80
Recreational Towing...................... 176
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 171
Refrigerant............................ 212
Reminder, Lights On...................... 84
Reminder, Seat Belt....................39,107
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 18
Remote Trunk Release..................... 32Replacement Parts....................... 202
Replacement Tires....................... 166
Reporting Safety Defects................... 274
Restraints, Child......................... 53
Restraints, Infant......................... 54
Restraints, Occupant...................... 33
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 195
Rotation, Tires.......................... 167
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 61
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 62
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 274
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 31
Safety Information, Tire................... 151
Safety Tips............................. 60
Satellite Radio.......................... 120
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 124
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 250
Scheduled Maintenance................... 203
290 INDEX