2010 DODGE VIPER seats

SEATS
Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System
of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe
operation of the vehicle.
WARNING!
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts. In an accident, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
Manual Seat Adjustments
Forward and Rearward Adjustment
The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor.
Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear-
ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the desiredposition. Then, using body pressure, move forward and
rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters
have latched.
Seat Adjusting Bar
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85

scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush or metal pol-
ishes. Only MOPARcleaners or equivalent are recom-
mended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car
washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that
may damage the wheels’ protective finish.
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.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure –
If Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or
equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp
cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to
remove soap residue.
•For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose
Cleaner or equivalent, to a clean, damp cloth and
remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove
soap residue.
•Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric
upholstery and carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean or equiva-
lent, then MOPAR Spot & Stain Remover or equivalent,7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 239

Door Locks........................... 26
Mirrors .............................. 84
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 100
Steering ............................. 154
Windows ............................. 27
Windows, Express Down ................. 21
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 42
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 41
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 22
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 174
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......... 230
Radio Antenna ......................... 133
Radio Operation ........................ 134
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios)........... 129
Radio (Sound Systems) .................... 119
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 237 Rear Liftgate
............................ 29
Rear Window Defroster ................... 104
Rear Window Features .................... 104
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 82
Reclining Front Seats ...................... 86
Recreational Towing ...................... 187
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 181
Refrigerant ............................ 222
Reminder, Lights On ...................... 90
Reminder, Seat Belt .................... 39,115
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 18
Remote Trunk Release ..................... 31
Replacement Parts ....................... 212
Replacement Tires ....................... 176
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 290
Restraints, Child ......................... 56
Restraints, Infant ......................... 57
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 32
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 205
306 INDEX

Rotation, Tires.......................... 178
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 65
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 67
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 290
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..................... 30,64
Safety Information, Tire ................... 161
Safety Tips ............................. 64
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 132
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 129
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 264
Scheduled Maintenance ................... 213
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 39,115
Seat Belts .......................... 32,34,65
And Pregnant Women ................... 42
Child Restraint ................... 56,57,58,62
Extender ............................. 42
Inspection ............................ 65
Maintenance ......................... 241 Operating Instructions
................... 35
Pretensioners .......................... 41
Reminder ............................ 115
Untwisting Procedure .................... 38
Seats ................................. 85
Adjustment ........................... 85
Reclining ............................. 86
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 13
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........228,261
Selection of Oil ......................... 215
Service Assistance ....................... 287
Service Contract ......................... 289
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 110
Service Manuals ........................ 291
Setting the Clock ........................ 118
Shift Indicator Light ................... 1 16,150
Shift Speeds ......................... 147,149
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle .............. 149
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INDEX 307