2016 DODGE VIPER Owners Manual

Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel
filler door emergency release procedure by following the
proceeding steps.
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Locate the carpet access door (on the right side innertrim panel of the trunk).
Carpet Access Door
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3. Pull the edge of the access door on the right side innertrim panel to expose the emergency release cable. 4. Pull the release cable to release the fuel door.
Edge Of Access Door
Release Cable
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5. Return the release cable to the original position (insidethe inner trim panel) and push the carpet back into the
original position.
Fuel Door OpenCarpet Into Original Position
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TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)
Towing ConditionWheels OFF The Ground Manual Transmission
Flat Tow NoneNOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow FrontNOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDED
On Trailer AllOK
NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four
wheels are off the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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GROUND CLEARANCE
The front and rear fascias and side sills ride low and
ground clearance is limited.
CAUTION!
Damage to the front and rear fascias and side sills can
occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in
these areas of your vehicle. Pay close attention when
parking to avoid running into parking curbs. Exer-
cise caution when entering or exiting steep drive-
ways, or when pulling off the road onto soft shoul-
ders.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ...........310
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............310
 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ......................311
▫ Torque Specifications ...................311
 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED .........313
▫ Tire Service Kit Storage .................313
▫ Tire Service Kit Components And Operation . .314 ▫
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ..........315
▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .........317
 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ...........323
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............327
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...........329
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the
center of the instrument panel above the climate controls.Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flasher.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position. NOTE:
With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
• On the highways — Slow down and use the highest
gear possible.
• In city traffic — While stopped, put the transmission
in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
• In city traffic — While moving, shift into the highest
gear possible to reduce engine RPM.
NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
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