2015 DODGE VIPER wheel

3. Press the right arrow button on the steering wheel
controls for one second. Vehicle will countdown from
ten seconds and enter Hibernation Mode.
NOTE:You may press the right arrow button on the
steering wheel controls during the countdown to abort
Hibernation Mode.
To Deactivate Hibernation Mode
1. Press the RKE UNLOCK button to unlock the vehicle.
2. Press the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
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manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Flu-
ids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for further information.
Rear Axle
Axle Lubricant Level Check
Check the exterior of the axle for evidence of gear oil
leakage every 12 months or 6,000 miles (10 000 km). This
check should be made with the vehicle level and on the
ground or raised on an axle and wheel type hoist. The
axle lubricant level should be between the bottom of the
filler plug and a point approximately 3/8 inch (9.5 mm)
below the filler plug. If adding axle lubricant, use only
the manufacturer’s recommended axle lubricant. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
Using axle fluid other than the manufactured recom-
mended fluid may cause a shudder/noise issue. refer
to “Fluids Lubes and Genuine Parts” in “ Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Lubricant
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals. Change the lubricant immediately if
contaminated with water. See your authorized dealer for
service.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed
on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are
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Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
•To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a
non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor
Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives
or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage
this finish and such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY MILD SOAP AND
WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular basis
this is all that is required to maintain this finish.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
MOPAR® Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
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 with a tarp to prevent flat spotting.
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:6,00012,00018,00024,00030,00036,00042,00048,00054,00060,00066,00072,00078,00084,00090,00096,000102,000108,00011 4 , 0 0 0120,000126,000132,000138,000144,000150,000
Or Months:6121824303642485460667278849096102108114120126132138144150
Or Kilometers:10,00020,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,00011 0 , 0 0 0120,000130,000140,000150,000160,000170,000180,000190,000200,000210,000220,000230,000240,000250,000
Change the engine oil andengine oil filter.XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at thefirst sign of irregular wear, evenif it occurs before scheduledmaintenance.
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Inspect the brake linings; re-place if necessary.XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the exhaust system.XXXXXXXXXXXX
Change Brake FluidXXXXXX
Adjust the parking brake onvehicles equipped with fourwheel disc brakes.XXXXX
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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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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