2017 DODGE VIPER automatic transmission

Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System
called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will
illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not
come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the
light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical
driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to im-
mediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as
soon as possible if this occurs.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive
slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry
plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death
or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine
control system. It also could affect fuel economy and
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 123

If Engine Fails To Start
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the
engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15
seconds before trying again.
WARNING!
•Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con-
verter and once the engine has started, ignite and
damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has
a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in
another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous
if done improperly, so follow this procedure care-
fully. Refer to “Jump-Starting” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information. If the engine is flooded, it may start to run, but not have
enough power to continue running when the ENGINE
START button is released. If this occurs, continue cranking
up to 15 seconds with the accelerator pedal pushed all the
way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the
ENGINE START button once the engine is running
smoothly.
If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second
periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the
floor, the “Normal Starting” procedure should be repeated.
After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
NOTE:
The parking brake should be engaged and the gear
selector placed into REVERSE before leaving the vehicle,
especially when parked on an incline.
Your vehicle is equipped with a high torque capacity dual
disc clutch. The clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the
floor during each shift. As you release the clutch pedal,
lightly press the accelerator pedal.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 16 Gallons 60.6 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
We recommend you use synthetic SAE 0W-40, API Certified. 11 Quarts10.4 Liters
Transmission
We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. 3.4 Quarts3.2 Liters
Rear Axle
We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear and
Axle Lubricant. 1.5 Quarts
1.4 Liters
Cooling System *
We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolant
conforming to MS.90032) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent). 16 Quarts
15 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
coolant conforming to MS.90032.
Engine Oil We recommend you use a full synthetic 0W-40 engine oil such as MOPAR or Pennzoil Ultra
or equivalent engine oil.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid.
Rear Axle We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant.
Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR Brake and Clutch Fluid
DOT 4 Motor Vehicle.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid + 4,
MOPAR or ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Clutch Fluid........................... .281
Cooling System ......................... .275
Engine Oil ............................ .267
Manual Transmission ..................281, 300
Power Steering ...................... .202, 300
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............298
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................246
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .259
Fuel ................................... .235
Additives ............................. .237
Clean Air ............................. .235
Ethanol .............................. .235
Gasoline .............................. .235
Light ................................ .128
Materials Added ........................ .237
Methanol ............................. .235
Octane Rating ....................... .235, 298
Requirements ....................... .235, 298
Tank Capacity .......................... .298
Fuses .................................. .289
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............97, 101
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .235
Gasoline (Fuel) ........................... .235
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .235Glass Cleaning
........................... .285
Ground Clearance ......................... .243
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ......................... .200
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .246
Headlights Automatic ..............................84
Delay ..................................84
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........86
Lights On Reminder .......................85
On With Wipers ....................... .84, 89
Passing ................................86
Switch .................................83
Time Delay ..............................
84
Head Restraints ............................81
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......86
Holder, Cup ............................. .107
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ................97
Hood Release ..............................81
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ..................... .281
Illuminated Entry ...........................16
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................12
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High Beam..............................86
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................86
Illuminated Entry .........................16
Instrument Cluster ........................83
Intensity Control ..........................86
Interior ................................86
Lights On Reminder .......................85
Low Fuel ............................. .128
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........123
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .............87
Park ................................. .129
Passing ................................86
Seat Belt Reminder .......................116
Security Alarm ..........................119
Service ............................ .296, 297
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........126, 231
Turn Signal ....................... .69, 85, 129
Vanity Mirror ............................76
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ....119,129
Loading Vehicle Tires................................. .215
Locks ....................................20
Automatic Door ..........................21
Auto Unlock .............................21
Door ..................................20 Power Door
.............................20
Low Tire Indicator ......................... .231
Low Tire Pressure System .....................231
Lubrication, Body ......................... .272
Lug Nuts ............................... .247
Maintenance Free Battery .....................269
Maintenance Procedures ..................... .267
Maintenance Schedule ................301, 302, 303
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .123, 265
Manual, Service ............................311
Manual Transmission ....................192, 282
Fluid Level Check .....................281, 300
Lubricant Selection ...................... .300
Shift Speeds ........................... .195
Methanol ............................... .235
Mirrors ..................................73
Electric Remote ...........................76
Outside ............................. .75,
76
Rearview ...............................73
Vanity .................................76
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................231
MOPAR Parts ......................... .266, 310
MTBE/ETBE ............................. .235
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Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)...........167
Tilt Steering Column .........................90
Time Delay, Headlight ........................84
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........215, 216
Tire Markings ............................ .210
Tires.......................... .69, 220, 224, 229
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .227
Air Pressure ........................ .215, 220
Chains ............................... .228
Compact Spare ......................... .224
General Information ...................220, 224
High Speed ............................ .222
Inflation Pressures ....................... .221
Life Of Tires ........................... .227
Load Capacity ...................... .215, 217
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............231
Pressure Warning Light ....................126
Quality Grading ........................ .229
Radial ............................... .222
Replacement ........................... .227
Rotation .............................. .229
Safety ............................ .210, 220
Sizes .................................211
Spare Tire ......................... .224, 225
Spinning .............................. .226Tread Wear Indicators
.....................226
Tire Safety Information ...................... .210
Tire Service Kit ........248, 249, 250, 252, 253, 255, 256
Towing ............................. .242, 260
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .260
Recreational ........................... .242
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............242
Traction ................................ .199
Traction Control .......................... .206
Trailer Towing ............................ .242
Transmission ............................. .281
Fluid ................................ .300
Shifting ........................... .192,

195
Transporting Pets ...........................64
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .226
Turn Signals ........................... .85, 129
Uconnect Operation ............................. .158
Uconnect 8.4/8.4 NAV ...................... .185
Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN Voice Recognition Siri Eyes Free .......................... .184
Uconnect Access Vehicle Health Alert ...................... .179
Uconnect Settings ...........................21
324 INDEX