2017 DODGE VIPER Owners Manual

General Information
This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry
Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE:
• The transmitter has been tested and it complies with
FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user ’s authority to operate the
device.
• The term IC before the certification/registration number
only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifica-
tions were met.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 volt (13 amp) power
outlet that can be used to power cellular phones, small
electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
One power outlet is located on the center console to the
right of the shifter. Push down on the power outlet to
access the opening. Push down on it again to close. This
power outlet is powered when the ignition is in the ON or
ACC position.
Front Power Outlet
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The second power outlet is located between the seat backs
above the cup holders. This power outlet is connected
directly by the battery and powered at all times.
NOTE:Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 watts
(13 amps) at 12 volts. If the 160 watt (13 amp) power rating
is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be
replaced.WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CAUTION!
• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power
from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e.,
cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery
even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and
with greater caution.
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Center Console Outlet
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or long
periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces-
sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the generator to
recharge the vehicle’s battery.
Auxiliary Jumper Harness
The Viper is equipped with an auxiliary power jumper,
allowing an electronic device to be directly connected to
the vehicle without having to use the console power
outlets. Power to the device will be controlled by the
ignition switch.
NOTE: The electronic device must draw less than five
amps to prevent damage.
To install, remove the mirror cover by pulling straight
down and separating the cover pieces. Connect the auxiliary port jumper into the unused connec-
tor taped to the wiring bundle. Connect the other end of
the auxiliary port jumper to the electronic device.
Mirror Cover Removal
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NOTE:The red wire in the bundle is the power wire and
will provide the positive 12 volts to the electronic device. Re-install the mirror cover and be sure to not pinch the
wires that go into the electronic device.
Auxiliary Port JumperMirror Cover Installation
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CUPHOLDERS — IF EQUIPPED
There are two cupholders located in the rear of the center
console.
STORAGE
Glove Compartment
An electronic glove compartment is located on the passen-
ger side of the instrument panel. Push in the button to open
the glove compartment.
Center Console Cupholders
Glove Compartment
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NOTE:The glove compartment will lock with the door
locks unless the key fob is detected inside the vehicle.
Console Features
Console Cubby Bin — If Equipped
An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the center
console rearward of the gear selector.
Opened Glove Compartment
Center Console Cubby Bin Location
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Cargo Net Storage — If Equipped
There is a cargo net storage area located between the driver
and passenger ’s seat.
Storage Bin — If Equipped
There is a storage bin located between the driver and
passenger ’s seat. Pull up on the release lever to open the
storage bin.
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart-
ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console
compartment lid open may result in injury in a colli-
sion.Cargo Net Storage Location
Storage Bin Location
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Door Storage
The door panels contain storage areas located in the lower
center area of the door panel.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control panel. Push this button to turn on
the rear window defroster. An indicator in the button will
illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approxi-
mately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of
operation, push the button a second time.
NOTE:
To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Door Panel Storage
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