2016 DODGE VIPER SRT engine oil

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving. Inspection and service should also be done
anytime a malfunction is suspected.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.At Each Stop For Fuel
•
Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
390 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and
add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
NOTE: Also, inspect the exhaust system if you notice a
change in the sound of the exhaust system, or if the
exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle. •
Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the suspension components.
• Lubricate door hinges and check springs.
• Check the engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Check power steering fluid level.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391

MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000 110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and
engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the
first sign of irregular wear, even
if it occurs before scheduled
maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings; re-
place if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Change Brake Fluid XXXXXX
Adjust the parking brake on
vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XXXXX
392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000 110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and
engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Change the manual transmis-
sion fluid. XXXX
Inspect the manual transmis-
sion fluid, add as necessary. XX XX XX XX
Change the rear axle fluid. XXXXXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie
rod ends, and boot seals, for
cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper loose-
ness or end play; replace if
necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner. XXXXX
Inspect and replace the PCV
Valve if necessary X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 393

Miles:6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000 114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000 110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and
engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Replace the spark plugs ** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 120 months if not
done at 150,000 miles
(240,000 km). XX
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
monthly intervals do not apply.
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Caps, FillerOil (Engine) .......................... .342
Power Steering ........................ .260
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................355
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................87, 306
Car Washes ............................ .362
Chains, Tire ............................ .295
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .273
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .337
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............86
Checks, Safety ............................86
Child Restraint ............................73
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................78
Child Restraints .........................73
Infants And Child Restraints ................76
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................79
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........76Using The Top Tether Anchorage
.............82
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .303
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .363
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................348
Climate Control ......................... .212
Clutch Fluid ............................ .361
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .289
Contract, Service ......................... .401
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........355
Cooling System .......................... .352
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............354
Coolant Capacity ...................... .384
Coolant Level ..................... .352, 356
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................356
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................353
Inspection ........................... .356
Points To Remember .....................357
Pressure Cap ......................... .355
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Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........159
Emergency Brake ........................ .261
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................331
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................314
Jump Starting ......................... .327
Overheating .......................... .314
Towing ............................. .332
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........337
Engine ................................ .335
Air Cleaner .......................... .343
Checking Oil Level ..................... .341
Compartment ......................... .335
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................352, 385
Cooling ............................. .352
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................87, 306
Fails To Start ......................... .246
Flooded, Starting ...................... .246
Fuel Requirements ...................302, 384 Oil ..........................
.341, 384, 385
Oil Change Interval ..................... .341
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .342
Oil Filter ............................ .342
Oil Selection ...................... .341, 384
Overheating .......................... .314
Engine Oil Viscosity ....................342, 384
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............68
Ethanol ............................... .303
Event Data Recorder ........................72
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................87, 306
Exhaust System ....................... .87, 349
Exterior Lighting ......................... .108
Exterior Lights ............................89
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .343
Engine Oil ........................ .342, 385
Engine Oil Disposal .....................342
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FlashersHazard Warning ....................... .314
Turn Signal ..................... .89, 111, 171
Flash-To-Pass ............................112
Flooded Engine Starting ....................246
Fluid Capacities ......................... .384
Fluid Leaks ..............................89
Fluid Level Checks Brake ........................... .358, 387
Capacities ........................... .384
Clutch Fluid .......................... .361
Cooling System ........................ .352
Engine Oil ........................... .341
Manual Transmission .................360, 387
Power Steering ..................... .260, 387
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........385
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................314
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................331
Fuel .................................. .302Additives
............................ .304
Clean Air ............................ .303
Ethanol ............................. .303
Gasoline ............................. .302
Light ............................... .169
Materials Added ....................... .304
Methanol ............................ .303
Octane Rating ..................... .302, 385
Requirements ...................... .302, 384
Tank Capacity ......................... .384
Fuses ................................. .370
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..........126, 133
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .303
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .302
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................303
General Information ...................... .212
Glass Cleaning .......................... .366
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