2013 DODGE VIPER engine overheat

WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the
engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the
cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes
pressure to build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it
to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool-
ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant
bottle need only be checked once a month.
296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Door Opener, Garage...................... .133
Doors ..................................21
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ....................... .212
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........141
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................70
Electronic Brake Control System ...............222
Traction Control System ..................223
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........127
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............223
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......131
Emergency Brake ........................ .216
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ...............273
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................258
Jump Starting ........................ .269
Overheating ......................... .258Towing
............................. .274
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........278
Engine ................................ .277
Air Cleaner .......................... .283
Break-In Recommendations ................59
Checking Oil Level .....................281
Compartment ........................ .277
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................292
Cooling ............................. .292
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................28
Fails to Start ......................... .204
Flooded, Starting ...................... .204
Fuel Requirements ..................... .248
Oil ................................ .281
Oil Change Interval .....................282
Oil Filler Cap ........................ .282
Oil Selection ......................... .282
Overheating ......................... .258
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .282
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Materials Added to.....................283
Recommendation ...................... .282
Viscosity ............................ .282
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .283
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................278
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ............133
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ....................69
Overheating, Engine ...................... .258
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .302
Panic Alarm ..............................19
Parking Brake ........................... .216
Parking On Hill ......................... .216
Passing Light ............................119
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .125
Pets ....................................59
Pets, Transporting ..........................59 Phone, Cellular
............................71
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ...............71
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........233
Power Brakes ............................. .218
Door Locks ............................22
Mirrors ...............................70
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..........141
Steering ............................ .214
Windows .............................24
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................38
Pretensioners Seat Belts .............................38
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .19
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .240
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........295
Radio Antenna .......................... .190
Radio Operation ......................... .191
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