2010 DODGE VIPER engine

WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. You can be hurt by the fan.
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps or allow the
clamps to touch each other. If acid splashes in your eyes or on skin, flush the
contaminated area immediately w ith large quantities of water.
• A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep flames or sparks away from the battery vent holes. Don’t lean over the battery when
attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other.
• If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly, so
follow this procedure carefully.
• Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output that exceeds 12-volts (i.e., do not use a 24-volt power source).
• The battery is located underneath an acce ss panel inside the rear compartment on the
left side of the vehicle. A remote batt ery terminal is located in the engine
compartment for jump-starting.
• Remove all metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, which might make an unintended electrical contact.
WARNING!
Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could result.
• Park the booster vehicle within cable reach but without letting the vehicles touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles, shif t the transmissioninto NEUTRAL, and turn the
ignition to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical loads.
• Remove the plastic cover from the remote jump-start positive post (+) in the engine compartment.
If You Are Jump-Starting Your Vehicle:
• Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the boosterbattery. Connect the other end of the same cable to the remote jump-start positive
post (+).
• Connect the other cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end of the same cable to the ear of the thermostat housing on the engine
in your vehicle. Make sure you have a good contact.
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If You Are Jump-Starting Another Vehicle:
• Connect one end of a jumper cable to the remote jump-start positive post (+).Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive (+) terminal of the
discharged battery.
• Connect the other cable to the ear of the thermostat housing on the engine in your vehicle. Connect the other end of the same cable to a good ground on the engine in
the other vehicle. Make sure that you have a good contact.
• Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster battery; let the engine idle a few minutes.
NOTE: The Vehicle Security Alarm System will prevent the engine from starting.
• Turn off the Vehicle Security Alarm System.
• Start the engine in the vehicle with the discha rged battery. If engine does not start in
15 seconds, stop cranking engine and allow s tarter to cool down before cranking
again.
• When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
WARNING!
During cold weather when temperatures are below the freezingpoint, electrolyte in a
discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery
could rupture or explode. The battery t emperature must be brought up above the
freezing point before attempting a jump-start.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
• Do not tow with sling type equipment. Only use flat bed equipment. Always comply
with applicable state or local towing ordinances.
CAUTION!
Towing with equipment other than flat bed types may damage your vehicle.
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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by arocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE and 1st gear. Using minimal
accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels, is most effective.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds
may cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not
spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not
let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or s pinning the wheels too fast ma y lead to transmission
overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above
30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT8.4L Engine
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant MOPAR
®Antifreeze/
Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology) or
equivalent. 16 Quarts (15 Liters).
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to the MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter For best performance and maximum protection under
all types of operating
conditions, the
manufacturer only
recommends full synthetic
engine oils that meet the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-10725 and are
approved to MB 229.3 or
MB 229.5. The
manufacturer recommends
the use of a full synthetic
5W-40 or equivalent engine
oil.11 Quarts (10.4 Liters)
Fuel Selection Premium Unleaded
91 Octane or higher 16 Gallons (60.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter or
equivalent. —
Spark Plugs RE10PMC5 (Gap 0.050 in
[1.27 mm]) —
Transmission MOPAR
®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4
®
product. —
Rear Axle MOPAR®Synthetic Gear
and Axle Lubricant SAE
75W-140 or equivalent, with
Limited Slip Additive
Friction Modifier. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
®Brake and Clutch
Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle
or equivalent. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
®Power Steering
Fluid +4 or MOPAR®ATF+4®
Automatic Tr ansmission
Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4
®product. —
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MAINTENANCE CHART B
Miles:
3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 39,000
Or Months: 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39
Or Kilometers:
5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000 60,000 65,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires. X X X X X X
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if
necessary. XX
Inspect the tran smissionfluid. X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X X
Change the rear axle fluid. X X X
Change the brake fluid. X X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. X X
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Change the brake and clutch fluid. X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule and maintenance schedule "A" if you are not
driving under any of the severe duty conditions shown for schedule B.
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FUSES
Power Distribution Center (PDC)
• 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 Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
B1 40 Amp Green Blower Motor
B2 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Pump
Feed/Starter
B3 30 Amp Pink Body Control Module (BCM) –
Battery Feed
B4 20 Amp Blue Amplifier
B5 30 Amp Pink Ignition Switch Run/ Accessory Feed
– Windows
B6 40 Amp Green Body Control Module (BCM) –
Battery Feed
B7 30 Amp Pink Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Module
B8 30 Amp Pink Ignition Switch Run/ Accessory Feed
B9 40 Amp Green Headlights
B10 30 Amp Pink Ignition Switch Run Feed
B11 20 Amp Yellow Auto Shutdown Relay (ASD)
B12 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
B13 15 Amp Blue Hazard Flasher
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VEHICLE STORAGE
We recommend that you follow these guidelines for storing your vehicle for extended
periods.
• 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 wit h a tarp to prevent flat spotting.
• If the vehicle will be subjected to freezin g temperatures, 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, per form the battery recharge procedure in
the Service Manual. Then, either disconnect the b attery at the negative terminal or use
the “Battery Save Feature” to conserve battery power.
NOTE: Disconnecting the battery causes the en gine control system to lose memory of
some “learned” functions. After reconnecting the b attery, the engine may run rough until
the control module “relearns” these functions. Using the Battery Save Feature will
prevent the engine controller from loosing its memory.
CAUTION!
Use care when disconnecting the remote positive cable. It is connected to the battery
and can short out to any metal on the vehicle. Always tape or wrap the exposed cable
end to prevent electrical shorts.
• Check the battery every four to six weeks to ensure that the voltage is above 12.40 Volts. The voltage will drop more rapidly in hot temperatures. If battery voltage
drops below 12.40 Volts, follow the battery r echarge procedure in the Service Manual.
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