2010 DODGE VIPER ignition

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fans,
disconnect each fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fans are tempera-
ture controlled and can start any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
•You or others could be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling
system pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
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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
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Cavity Car-tridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse
Description
8 30 Amp Pink — Ignition Switch Run/
Accessory Feed
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 — 25 Amp ClearRear Window Defogger
(EBL)Cavity Car-
tridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse
Description
16, 17 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet
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
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Miles93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 108,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months. XXXXXX
Rotate the tires.\b\b XXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner fil-
ter, if necessary. X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Replace the ignition cables. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not
replaced at 60 months. X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive
belt, if necessary.‡ X
Change the transmission fluid. X
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Miles96,000 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (160 000) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate the tires.\b\b XXXXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if
necessary. X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Replace the spark plugs. X
Replace the ignition cables. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 60 months. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 102,000 miles. X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt, if
necessary.‡ XXX
Inspect the transmission fluid. XX
Change the transmission fluid. X
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Time Delay........................... 89
Heater ............................... 134
High Beam Indicator ..................... 109
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . 91
Hood Release ........................... 86
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .................... 236
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 17
Infant Restraint ........................ 56,57
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 113
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 82
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 107
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 240
Interior Appearance Care .................. 239
Interior Lighting ....................... 88,91
Interior Lights ......................... 91,93Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)
............ 95
Introduction ............................. 4
Jump Starting .......................... 202
Key-In Reminder ......................... 13
Keyless Entry System ...................... 18
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 42
Lane Change and Turn Signals ............... 91
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 34
Latch Plate ............................. 35
Latches ................................ 67
Hood ............................... 86
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 181
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 67
Life of Tires ............................ 176
Liftgate ................................ 29
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