2010 DODGE VIPER brakes

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up
to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser-
voir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused
by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Use
of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial boiling
point or unidentified as to specification, may result in
sudden brake failure during hard prolonged braking.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 233

FUSES
Power Distribution Center
The 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
Fuse Mini-
Fuse
Description
1 40 Amp Green — Blower Motor
2 40 Amp Green — Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Pump Feed/Starter
3 30 Amp Pink — Body Control Module
(BCM) – Battery Feed
4 20 Amp Blue — Amplifier
5 30 Amp Pink — Ignition Switch Run/
Accessory Feed – Win-
dows
6 40 Amp Green — Body Control Module
(BCM) – Battery Feed
7 30 Amp Pink — Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Module
Power Distribution Center
244 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

About Your Brakes....................... 157
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............ 110,158
Accessory Delay, Power ..................13,28
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 229
Adding Fuel ........................... 185
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 224
Adjustable Pedals ........................ 97
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 216
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 221
Air Conditioning .................. 134,137,221
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 134
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 139
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............221,222
Air Conditioning System .............134,137,221
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 1 13,172
Airbag ................................ 42
Airbag Deployment ..................... 47,53
Airbag Light ................... 48,49,56,65,112
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 55 Airbag On/Off Switch
..................... 58
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 13
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna .............................. 133
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 132
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............228,260
Capacities ........................... 260
Disposal ............................ 231
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 158
Anti-Lock Warning Light ................ 110,161
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 13
Appearance Care ........................ 237
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 29
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 26
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 100
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 100
Battery ............................ 1 18,217
Emergency Starting ..................... 202
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Occupant Restraints..................... 32,53
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 181
Odometer ............................. 108
Trip ................................ 108
Oil, Engine ....................... 214,260,261
Capacity ............................ 260
Change Interval ....................... 214
Checking ............................ 214
Dipstick ............................. 214
Disposal ............................ 216
Filter ............................ 216,261
Filter Disposal ........................ 216
Materials Added to ..................... 216
Pressure Gauge ....................... 117
Recommendation ................... 215,260
Viscosity ............................ 260
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 216
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............210,211
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4Outside Rearview Mirrors
.................. 83
Overheating, Engine ...................... 190
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,291
Paint Care ............................. 237
Paint Damage .......................... 237
Panic Alarm ............................ 21
Parking Brake .......................... 155
Parking On Hill ......................... 155
Passing Light ........................... 91
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ 97
Pets .................................. 62
Pets, Transporting ........................ 62
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 167
Polishing and Waxing ..................... 238
Power Accessory Delay ...................... 13,28
Brakes .............................. 157
Distribution Center (Fuses) ............... 244
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