2016 DODGE VIPER light

•Auto Door Locks
When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto-
matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph
(24 km/h). To make your selection, press the “Auto Door
Locks” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark
appears next to setting, showing that setting has been
selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen
to return to the previous menu, or push the back button
on the faceplate.
• Auto Unlock On Exit
When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when
the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is in the PARK or
NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. To
make your selection, press the Auto Unlock On Exit
button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears
next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return
to the previous menu, or push the back button on the
faceplate.
•
Flash Lights With Lock
When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash
when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the Passive Entry
Feature. To make your selection, press the Flash Lights
With Lock button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark
appears next to setting, showing that setting has been
selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen
to return to the previous menu, or push the back button
on the faceplate.
• Sound Horn With Lock
When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when
the Key Fob Lock button is pressed. To make your
selection, push the Sound Horn With Remote Lock
button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears
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showing that setting has been selected. Press the back
arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous
menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. Refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing Your Vehicle”.
Engine Off Options
After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available.
•Engine Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect phone system (if equipped),
DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening
either front door will cancel this feature. To change the
“Engine Off Power Delay” status, press the 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes button on the touch-
screen. Then press the back arrow/Done button on the
touchscreen.
•
Headlight Off Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To change the “Headlight Off
Delay” status, press the UporDown arrow button on
the touchscreen to select your desired time interval. Press
the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return
to the previous menu.
Audio
After pressing the Audio button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available.
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•Balance/Fade
This feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade
settings. Press and drag the speaker icon, use the arrows
to adjust, or tap the ‘C’ icon to readjust to the center.
• Equalizer
This feature allows you to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble
settings. Adjust the settings with the “+” and “–” setting
buttons on the touchscreen or by selecting any point on
the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the
touchscreen. Then press the arrow back button on the
touchscreen.
NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your
finger up or down to change the setting as well as press
directly on the desired setting.
• Speed Adjusted Volume
This feature increases or decreases volume relative to
vehicle speed. To change the Speed Adjusted Volume press the “Off,” “1,” “2,” or “3” button on the touch-
screen. Then press the arrow back button on the touch-
screen.
•
Surround Sound
This feature provides simulated surround sound mode.
To make your selection, press the Surround Sound button
on the touchscreen, select “On” or “Off” followed by
pressing the arrow back button on the touchscreen.
• Loudness
Loudness improves sound quality at lower volumes. To
make your selection, press the “Loudness” button on the
touchscreen, then choose “Yes” or “No.” The button will
highlight indicating that the setting has been selected.
Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen
• AUX Volume Offset
This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level
for portable devices connected through the AUX input.
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Button On The Touchscreen
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting
and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar
area between the icons.
8. Modes
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air
comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
demist outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode settings are
as follows:•Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. Each of these outlets can be individu-
ally adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air
vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can
be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel located
below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount
of airflow from these outlets.
•
Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets
and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con-
ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and
warmer air from the floor outlets.
•Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the defrost
and side window demister outlets.
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Media
Uconnect offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth and
auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only
available for connected USB and iPod devices. (Remote
CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.)
Push the VR button
. After the beep, say one of the
following commands and follow the prompts to
switch your media source or choose an artist.
• Change source to Bluetooth
• Change source to iPod
• Change source to USB
• Play artist Beethoven; Play album Greatest Hits; Play
song Moonlight Sonata; Play genreClassical TIP:
Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all
of the music on your iPod or USB device. Your Voice
Command must match exactlyhow the artist, album,
song and genre information is displayed.
Uconnect 8.4AN Media
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Uconnect Access (8.4AN)
WARNING!
ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the
road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1
and Assist, will NOT work without an operable 1X
(voice/data) or 3G (data) network connection.
NOTE: Your vehicle may be transmitting data as autho-
rized by the subscriber.
An included trial and/or subscription is required to take
advantage of the Uconnect Access services in the next
section of this guide. To register with Uconnect Access,
press the “Apps” button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to
get started. Detailed registration instructions can be
found on the next page. NOTE:
Uconnect Access is available only on equipped
vehicles purchased within the continental United States,
Alaska and Hawaii. Services can only be used where
coverage is available; see coverage map for details.9-1-1 Call
Theft Alarm Notification
Remote Door Lock/Unlock
Stolen Vehicle Assistance
Remote Horn and Lights
Yelp Search
Voice Texting
Roadside Assistance Call
Wi-Fi Hotspot***
***Extra charges apply.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................238
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .238
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................240
▫ After Starting ....................... .241
 MANUAL TRANSMISSION ...............241
▫ Shifting ............................ .242
▫ Recommended Shift Speeds ..............244
▫ Skip Shift Indicator Light ...............244
 STREET/RACE MODE — IF EQUIPPED ......245
 LAUNCH MODE ...................... .247
TRACK USE ......................... .249
▫ Guidelines For Track Use ................249
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........250
▫ Acceleration ........................ .250
▫ Traction ........................... .251
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............251
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................252
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................252
 POWER STEERING .....................253
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............254
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CAUTION!(Continued)
scuffing or seizing of internal components in this
high performance engine. To prevent engine damage,
do not start the engine at temperatures below 0°F
(-18°C).
NOTE:
• You must disarm the security system in order to start
the engine. Refer to “Security Alarm System” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information. •
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
However, if the engine has not started within three
seconds, slightly press the accelerator pedal while
continuing to crank. If the engine fails to start within
15 seconds, wait five seconds, then repeat the “Normal
Starting” procedure.
To Start The Engine:
1. Fully apply the parking brake.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
NOTE: The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal
is pressed to the floor.
3. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
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