2015 DODGE VIPER spare tire

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm). When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for
further information.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
•Driving style.
•Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures
can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the
tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce
tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replace-
ment.
•Distance driven.
•Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or
higher, and summer tires typically have a reduced
tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main-
tenance schedule is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting
in serious injury or death.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
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NOTE:A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the
spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for
emergency refueling with a gas can.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.
WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is
being filled.
•Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator
Light” to turn on.
•A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable
container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place fuel containers on the
ground while filling.
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Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................330
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................82
Car Washes.............................337
Cellular Phone...........................196
Chains, Tire.............................270
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................249
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .151
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............82
Checks, Safety............................82
Child Restraint............................70
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................75
Child Restraints.........................70
Infants And Child Restraints................73
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt..................................76
Older Children And Child Restraints..........73
Using The Top Tether Anchorage.............78
Clean Air Gasoline........................278
Cleaning
Wheels...............................338
Windshield Wiper Blades..................323
Climate Control..........................196
Clutch Fluid.............................335
Compact Spare Tire........................265
Contract, Service..........................373
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........330
Cooling System...........................326
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............328
Coolant Capacity.......................357
Coolant Level..........................327
Disposal Of Used Coolant.................330
Drain, Flush, And Refill...................327
Inspection............................331
Points To Remember.....................331
Pressure Cap..........................330
Radiator Cap..........................330
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)............328
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Seats...................................94
Adjustment............................94
Reclining..............................96
Security Alarm............................17
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..............358
Selection Of Oil..........................316
SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................16
Key Programming.......................16
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................14
Sentry Key Replacement.....................15
Service Assistance.........................371
Service Contract..........................373
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .151
Service Manuals..........................376
Shift Indicator Light.......................228
Shift Speeds.............................225
Shoulder Belts............................35
Signals, Turn.............................85
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................270
Snow Tires..............................263
Spare Tire...............................265
Spark Plugs.............................358
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................114
Speedometer.............................144
Sport Mode.............................155
Starting................................222
Emergency (Jump Starting)................303
Engine Fails To Start.....................224
Starting And Operating.....................222
Starting Procedures........................222
Steering
Column Controls.......................105
Power...............................235
Tilt Column...........................111
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............194
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .194
Storage................................351
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Storage, Vehicle...........................203
Stuck, Freeing............................307
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag.........45
Tachometer..............................148
Tilt Steering Column.......................111
Time Delay, Headlight......................103
Tire And Loading Information Placard..........254
Tire Markings............................247
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 4
Aging (Life Of Tires).....................268
Air Pressure...........................258
Chains...............................270
Compact Spare.........................265
General Information.....................258
High Speed...........................261
Inflation Pressures.......................259
Life Of Tires...........................268
Load Capacity.........................254
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............271
Pressure Warning Light...................149
Quality Grading........................377
Radial...............................261
Replacement...........................268
Rotation..............................270
Safety...............................247
Sizes................................249
Snow Tires............................263
Spinning.............................267
Tread Wear Indicators....................267
Tire Safety Information.....................247
Tire Service Kit...........................293
Towing................................286
Disabled Vehicle........................308
Recreational...........................287
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome...........287
Traction................................232
Traction Control..........................243
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