2010 DODGE VIPER wiper blades

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 8.4L ............. 209
 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ....... 210
 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 211
 Replacement Parts ..................... 212
 Dealer Service ........................ 212
 Maintenance Procedures ................. 213
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 214
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... 216
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 216 ▫
Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 217
▫ Battery Save Feature .................. 219
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 221
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 223
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 223
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 224
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 224
▫ Cooling System ..................... 227
▫ Brake System ....................... 232
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Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPARSpray White Lube or equivalent, to assure
quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts
concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
hood latching components to insure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
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NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is
present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid
cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its
function.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the passenger side of
the vehicle. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not engine coolant (anti-
freeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush
out the residual water.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;
or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or
when the underside or side of the vehicle is damaged;
have a competent technician inspect the complete ex-
haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep
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•Fill the fuel tank. This will prevent water condensation
inside the tank. If you plan to store your vehicle more
than two months, add an anti-oxidant fuel stabilizer to
the fuel tank.
•Change the oil to remove any corrosive combustion
related acids in the crankcase.
•Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to
at least -20°F (-29°C).
•Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum
pressure.
•Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish.
•Store the vehicle in a dry, well-ventilated location.
•Move the wiper blades away from the windshield.
•Block the wheels. Do not apply the parking brake.
•Cut blocks of plywood about the same size of the tires.
Cover each block with indoor/outdoor carpeting and
place them between the tires and concrete. This will
prevent tire flat spotting.
•For long-term storage, remove the tires and put the
vehicle up on blocks. Stack the tires on plywood and
cover with a tarp to prevent flat spotting.
•If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera-
tures, either remove the battery and store it in a dry,
well ventilated area or connect a trickle charger
(1.5 Amp) with automatic shutdown / overcharge
protection to the battery. However, do not leave the
trickle charger hooked up to the battery without being
plugged in to a 110 Volt AC outlet, as this will result in
further drain on the vehicle’s battery. If the vehicle is
not going to be driven in the next three weeks, perform
the battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual.
Then, either disconnect the battery at the negative
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Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 138,247
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 13
Vinyl Trim ............................. 240
Viscosity, Engine Oil ................... 215,260
Voltmeter ............................. 118
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 190
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 290
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 224
Washers, Windshield ................. 94,96,224
Washing Vehicle ......................... 238
Water Driving Through ...................... 151 Waxing and Polishing
..................... 238
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 238
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 238
Wind Buffeting .......................... 29
Window Fogging ........................ 138
Windows .............................. 27
Power ............................... 27
Windows, Express Down ................... 21
Windshield Defroster ................... 66,136
Windshield Washers .................. 94,96,224
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 223
Windshield Wipers ....................... 94
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 223
Wipers, Intermittent ....................... 95
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