2016 DODGE VIPER light

WARNING!
Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru-
ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags
to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on as a bulb check when the ignition is first placed in
the on position, and stays on after you start the
vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an
authorized dealer service the air bag system immedi-
ately.
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the air bag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured if the air bag system is not there to
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protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the
upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not
modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or
add aftermarket side steps or running boards.
• It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air
bag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system.
• Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag
system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may
not function properly if modifications are made.
Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any
air bag system service. If your seat, including your
trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any
way (including removal or loosening/tightening of
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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled
to ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see yourauthorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
able.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the foot well of
your vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that
they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the
pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other
ways.
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
MIRRORS .............................92
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror ..............92
▫ Outside Mirrors .......................96
▫ Power Mirrors ........................96
▫ Vanity Mirror .........................97
 SEATS ...............................98
▫ Manual Seats .........................98
▫ Power Seats ........................ .100
▫ Non-Adjustable Head Restraints ..........102
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........103
LIGHTS ............................ .105
▫ Headlight Switch .....................105
▫ Automatic Headlights ..................106
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............106
▫ Headlight Time Delay ..................106
▫ Daytime Running Lights ................107
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................107
▫ Multifunction Lever ...................108
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .1083

▫High/Low Beam Switch ................109
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .109
▫ Interior Lights ...................... .109
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ......111
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............111
▫ Wiper Operation ......................112
▫ Mist Feature .........................112
▫ Windshield Washers ...................113
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............114
 TILT STEERING COLUMN ...............114
 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ..................115
▫ Adjustable Foot Rest ...................117 
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ...........117
▫ To Activate ..........................118
▫ To Set A Desired Speed .................119
▫ To Deactivate .........................119
▫ To Resume Speed ......................119
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............119
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ................121
 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .121
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .123
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink . . .124
▫ Programming A Rolling Code .............125
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code .........127
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MIRRORS
Automatic Dimming Mirror
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted
on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in
reverse.If Equipped, the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST and
a 9-1-1 button.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
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Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with
another vehicle or other object. Use your inside
mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle
seen in the passenger side mirror.
Power Mirrors
The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side
door trim panel.
Power Mirror Controls
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The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but-
tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a
mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) to select the
mirror that you want to adjust.
NOTE:A light in the selected button will illuminate
indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted.
Using the mirror control switch, push on any of the four
arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to
move.
Vanity Mirror
A vanity mirror is on the passenger side sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward.Vanity Mirror
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