2017 DODGE VIPER radio controls

Ignition Or Accessory On Message
Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or
ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind
you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime,
the ignition or accessory on message will display in the
cluster.
NOTE:With the Uconnect system, the power window
switches, radio and power outlets will remain active for up
to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF
position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the manual
transmission into REVERSE, apply the parking
brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the key fob from
the ignition and lock your vehicle. If equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, always make sure
the keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove
the key fobs from vehicle, place the ignition in the OFF
position and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ...........113
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................114
▫ Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............115
 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS .........116
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights ...............116
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights .............123
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights ..............129
▫ White Telltale Indicator Lights ..............130
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Lights ...............131
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ...........131
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Controls .........132
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Messages .........134
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Menu
Items .............................. .135
CYBERSECURITY ....................... .140
 UCONNECT SETTINGS ...................142
▫ Buttons On The Faceplate .................142
▫ Buttons On The Touchscreen ...............142
▫ Customer Programmable Features/Personal Settings
— Uconnect 8.4 NAV System Settings ........142
▫ SRT Performance Pages ..................155
 UCONNECT RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ........158
 IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . . .158
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS .......159
▫ Radio Operation ....................... .159
 RADIO ANTENNA ..................... .160
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES . . .160
▫ General Information .....................1604

CLIMATE CONTROLS ....................161
▫ Overview ........................... .161
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ......................... .167
▫ Operating Tips ....................... .168
 PERSONALIZED MENU BAR ...............171
 UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK
TIPS ................................ .171
▫ Introducing Uconnect ....................171
▫ Get Started .......................... .171
▫ Basic Voice Commands ...................172
▫ Radio .............................. .173
▫ Media .............................. .174
▫ Phone .............................. .175
▫ Voice Text Reply ...................... .175▫
Climate (8.4 NAV) ..................... .177
▫ Navigation (8.4 NAV) ....................178
▫ Uconnect Access (8.4 NAV) ................179
▫ Vehicle Health Alert ....................179
▫ Register (8.4 NAV) ..................... .180
▫ Mobile App (8.4 NAV) ...................180
▫ Voice Texting (8.4 NAV) ..................181
▫ Yelp (8.4 NAV) ........................ .183
▫ SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4 NAV) .............184
▫ Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped ..............184
▫ Do Not Disturb ....................... .185
▫ General Information .................... .185
▫ Additional

Information ...................186
112 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and
iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully
support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s
website for software updates.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect Owner ’s
Manual Supplement.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. Pushing the top of the switch
will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.
The button located in the center of the right hand control
will switch modes to Radio or other valid audio source.
The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. The function of the left hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pushing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will
SEEK down for the next listenable station.
The button located in the center of the left hand control will
tune to the next pre-set station that you have programmed
in the radio pre-set buttons.
Remote Sound System Controls
(Back View Of Steering Wheel)
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel below the radio.
Overview
8.4 NAV Temperature Controls
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a
“fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation mode feature conserves battery power
when storing the vehicle. It allows for up to three months
of storage time without losing radio and engine controller
adaptive memory. Using this feature is an alternative to
disconnecting the battery.
NOTE: This vehicle is designed to sit in storage with a
fully charged battery for up to 30 days. If you plan to store
the vehicle longer than 30 days, we recommend doing one
of the following:
• Disconnect the battery.
• Use the battery charger.
• Put the vehicle into Hibernation mode (3-month charge).
To Activate Hibernation Mode
1. Cycle the ignition switch to (ACC).
2. Select Hibernation mode within the instrument cluster
display.
3. Push the right arrow button on the steering wheel controls for one second. Vehicle will countdown from
ten seconds and enter Hibernation Mode.
NOTE: You may push the right arrow button on the
steering wheel controls during the countdown to abort
Hibernation Mode.
To Deactivate Hibernation Mode
1. Push the key fob UNLOCK button to unlock the vehicle.
2. Push the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
start of each warm season. This service should include
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 271

Radial Ply Tires........................... .222
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............278
Radio Antenna ........................... .160
Radio Frequency General Information ..................12, 13, 19
Radio Operation .......................... .160
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .158
Rear Camera ...............................95
Rear Liftgate ...............................24
Rear Window Defroster ......................110
Rear Window Features .......................110
Reclining Front Seats .........................78
Recreational Towing ........................ .242
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .235
Refrigerant .............................. .272
Reminder, Lights On .........................85
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................27
Remote Keyless Entry ........................16
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................18
Programming Additional Key Fobs .............13
Remote Battery Replacement .................18
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........159
Replacement Keys ...........................13
Replacement Parts ......................... .266
Replacement Tires ......................... .227Reporting Safety Defects
......................311
Restraint, Head .............................81
Restraints, Child ............................55
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................259
Rotation, Tires ............................ .229
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................67
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................69
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................311
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..........................66
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .210
Safety Tips ................................66
Schedule, Maintenance ...................301, 302
Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ............34
Energy Management Feature .................33
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation .................30
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................28
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................32
Pregnant Women .........................33
Seat

Belt Extender .........................32
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................33
Seat Belt Reminder ........................27
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .286
Seat Belt Reminder ..........................27
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