2016 DODGE VIPER hood release

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate,
and hood for unauthorized entry and the ignition for
unauthorized operation. If something triggers the alarm,
the Vehicle Security Alarm will prevent the vehicle from
starting. It will also sound the horn and flash the park
lights, and taillights.
Rearming Of The System
If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the
horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals
(flashing lights) after 15 minutes, and then rearm itself.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicle ignition system is in theOFF
position. 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the
vehicle:
• Push the LOCK
button on the interior power
door lock switch with the driver and/or passen-
ger door open.
• Push the LOCK thebutton on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
Entering The Liftgate With The System Armed
NOTE: Using the key to open the liftgate while the
Vehicle Security Alarm is armed will trigger the alarm.
Push the LIFTGATE
release button on the RKE
transmitter twice to allow access without triggering
the alarm or having to disarm the Vehicle Security
Alarm. Then, within 30 seconds, open the liftgate by
using the key cylinder or the LIFTGATE release switch
located in the exterior liftgate handle. 2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
1. Reach into the back side area of the drivers frontfender to gain access to the hood release lever. 2. Pull the hood release lever rearward to release the
hood latches.
Hood Release Lever Location
Hood Release Lever
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge
or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film, and
help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Make sure that they are
not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid
damaging the blade. Keep the wiper blade out of contact
with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345

HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .251
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................310
Headlights Automatic ........................... .106
Delay ............................... .106
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........109
Lights On Reminder .....................107
On With Wipers .....................106, 114
Passing ............................. .109
Switch .............................. .105
Time Delay ........................... .106
Head Restraints ......................... .102
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .109
Holder, Cup ............................ .136
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............123
Hood Release ........................... .103Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
.....................358
Illuminated Entry ..........................19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................14
Inside Rearview Mirror ......................92
Instrument Cluster ..............145, 152, 156, 167
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............144
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............363
Interior Appearance Care ....................361
Interior Lights .......................... .109
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............111
Introduction ..............................4
Jump Starting ........................... .323
KeyFob.................................11 Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........16
Programming Additional Transmitters .........16
Remote Battery Replacement ................23
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