2013 DODGE VIPER engine overheat

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC..................2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ....................8
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING .......9
THEFT ALARM .................9
SEATBELT ...................10
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS ........10
CHILD RESTRAINTS .............11
FRONT SEATS ................14
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........16
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST ..........16
TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ...................17
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
SRT 10 VERSIONS .............18
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAMS LEVER ................19
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............20
SPEED CONTROL ...............20
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP
SHIFT .....................21
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC) ...............22
PARKVIEW
®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 23
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....24
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO .........26
Uconnect™ Access (Available on Uconnect™
8.4A and Uconnect™ 8.4AN) ........27
Uconnect™ 8.4A ...............30
Uconnect™ 8.4AN ..............43
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . 58
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ................58
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......59
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
®) .................61
POWER OUTLETS ..............63
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS
(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS)...................64
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ......64
SRT
LAUNCH MODE................65
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM ....................66
PERFORMANCE FEATURES ........67
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES .....67
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS....................68
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......71
TIREFIT KIT .................72
JUMP-STARTING ...............78
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......80
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........80
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......81
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT..........82
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ..........83
MAINTENANCE CHART ...........84
SRT – MAINTENANCE RECORD ......85
FUSES .....................86
TIRE PRESSURES ..............89
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .....90
EXTERIOR BULBS ..............90
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER ............91
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER ............91
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ...................91
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........91
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THE 50 UNITED STATES AND
WASHINGTON, D.C. .............92
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES
BY MOPAR®.................93
INDEX....................94
FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....96
TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
• The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will comeon when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continu-
ously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend
you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
• Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold andinflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
• As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
• IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD
OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE
THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
• Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
• Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as
the malfunction exists.
• When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
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malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue
to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature
change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the
Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is
32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle.
Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement
equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can
cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your
vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL
and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your
vehicle overheats.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or theparking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it
indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-
Lock Brake System problem.
• Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
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• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is flashing when the
engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require
towing.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicleserviced by an authorized service center immediately.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
• In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by takingthe appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can 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 or coolant bottle is hot.
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Adjustable Pedals............16
Airbag ..................10
Air Conditioning .............22
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ............9
Automatic Headlights ..........20
Automatic Temperature Control(ATC).............22
Automatic Transmission FluidType ..............83
AxleFluid ................83
Back-Up Camera ............23
Belts, Seat ................10
BrakeFluid ...............83
Break-In Recommendations, NewVehicle .............18
Bulb Replacement ............90
Calibration, Compass ..........58
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .....13
ClimateControl .............22
Compass Calibration ...........58
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ..........83
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .....20
CruiseLight ...............20
Customer Assistance ..........91
Customer Programmable Features . . .59
Defects, Reporting ............92
Dimmer Control .............20
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .......20
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System . . .24
Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl)............20
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .............59
Emergency, In Case of BrakeWarningLight ........69
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ....80
Overheating .............71
Emergency Key ..............8 Engine
Break-In Recommendations ....18
Compartment ............82
OilSelection ............83
Overheating .............71
Starting ................9
Stopping ...............9
Event Data Recorder ...........81
ExteriorLights..............90
Fluid Capacities .............83
Fluids ..................83
FogLights................20
FreeingAStuckVehicle.........80
Fuel Specifications ............83
Fuse ...................86
Fuses ...................86
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink
®)...61
Headlights Automatic ..............20
Dimmer Switch ...........20
High Beam .............19
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ...........19
HomeLink
®(Garage Door Opener) . . .61
Instrument Cluster Indicators ...............7
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . .19
Introduction ................2
Jump Starting ..............78
KeyFob..................8
Key Fob Programmable Features ....60
Keyless Enter-N-Go Starting/Stopping ..........9
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren).............13
Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ...............68
INDEX
94

Maintenance Record..........85
Maintenance Schedule .........84
MOPAR
®Accessories ..........93
Navigation..............36,50
NewVehicleBreak-InPeriod......18
Oil, Engine Capacity ...............83
Outlet Power ................63
Overheating, Engine ...........71
Pedals,Adjustable............16
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..............89
Power Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ................63
Seats ................14
Steering ...............83
Programmable Electronic Features.............59,67
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ......19
Rear Camera ...............23
Rear Park Sense System ........23
Recreational Towing ...........64
Replacement Bulbs ...........90
Reporting Safety Defects ........92
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ......80
SeatBelts................10
Seats...................14 Adjustment .............15
Power ................14 SIRIUSTravelLink ...........52
Spark Plugs
...............83
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............20
Distance Setting (ACC Only) ....21
Steering TiltColumn .............17
Stuck, Freeing ..............80
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag.................10
Temperature Control, Automatic(ATC)...........22
Theft System Arming ...........9
TiltSteeringColumn...........17
TIREFIT .................72
Tires AirPressure .............89
Towing..................64 DisabledVehicle ..........80
Recreational ............64
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . .64
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight .....64
TrailerWeight ..............64
Transmission Fluid ................83
Uconnect™ 8.4A ............30
Uconnect™ 8.4AN ...........43
Uconnect™ Access ...........27
Washers,Windshield ..........19
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .......90
Windshield Washers ...........19
WindshieldWipers............19
INDEX
95