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Dodge 2008 Viper Owner's Manual

Dodge 2008 Viper Owner's Manual (303 pages)

Dodge 2008 Viper Automobile Owner's Manual

Brand: Dodge | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.77 MB

Table of Contents

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

10
- Introduction 3
  2
- How to Use this Manual
  5
- Introduction
  5
- Vehicle Identification Number
  7
- Warnings and Cautions
  7
- Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
  8
- Table of Contents
  10
- Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
  12
- A Word about Your Keys
  13
  - Ignition Key Removal
    13
  - Key-In-Ignition Reminder
    14
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
  13
- Security Alarm System
  14
  - Rearming of the System
    14
  - To Arm the System
    14
  - To Disarm the System
    16
- Illuminated Entry System
  17
- Remote Keyless Entry
  18
  - To Unlock the Doors
    18
  - To Lock the Doors
    19
  - To Unlatch the Trunk/Liftgate
    20
  - Using the Panic Alarm
    20
  - Programming Additional Transmitters
    21
  - Battery Replacement
    22
  - General Information
    23
- Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 23
  
  24
  - Door Locks
    24
    
    Manual Door Lock
    25
    
    Power Door Locks
    25
  - Windows
    27
    
    Power Windows
    27
    
    Auto down Feature
    28
    
    Wind Buffeting
    28
  - Liftgate - Coupe Models Only
    29
  - Trunk Lock and Release - Convertible Models Only
    30
  - Trunk Safety Warning - Convertible Models Only
    31
    
    Trunk Emergency Release
    31
  - Occupant Restraints
    32
    
    Lap/Shoulder Belts
    32
    
    Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
    36
    
    Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert )
    37
    
    Automatic Locking Mode
    38
    
    Six-Point Belt System - if Equipped
    39
    
    Seat Belt Extender
    40
    
    Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
    40
    
    Driver and Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag
    41
    
    Child Restraint
    51
- 56 Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
  
  57
  - Break-In Recommendations
    57
  - Safety Tips
    58
    
    Exhaust Gas
    58
  - The Vehicle
    60
  - Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
    60
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

62
- Convertible Top Operation - Convertible Models Only
  64
- Mirrors
  76
  - Inside Day/Night Mirror
    76
  - Outside Mirrors
    76
  - Power Remote Control Mirrors
    77
- Seats
  78
  - Manual Seat Adjustments
    78
- To Open and Close the Hood
  80
- Lights
  82
- Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle 81
  82
  - Daytime Running Lights
    83
  - Lights-On Reminder
    83
  - Battery Saver Feature - Exterior Lights
    83
  - Fog Lights
    83
  - Turn Signals
    83
  - Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
    84
  - Flash to Pass
    85
  - Interior Lights
    85
- Windshield Wipers and Washers
  88
  - Intermittent Wiper System
    88
  - Mist Feature
    89
  - Windshield Washers
    89
  - Adding Washer Fluid
    90
- Tilt Steering Column
  90
- Adjustable Pedals
  91
  - Adjustable Foot Rest
    93
- Console Features
  93
Understanding Your Instrument Panel

94
- Instrument Panel Features
  96
- Instrument Cluster Description
  97
  - Speedometer
    97
  - Message Center
    98
  - Gauges & Indicator Lights
    104
- Radio General Information
  107
  - Radio Broadcast Signals
    107
  - Two Types of Signals
    108
  - Electrical Disturbances
    108
  - AM Reception
    108
  - FM Reception
    108
- Setting the Digital Clock
  107
  - Clock Setting Procedure
    107
- Sales Code RAH - am & FM Stereo Radio with CD Player and CD/DVD Changer Controls
  109
  - Radio Operation
    109
  - CD Player Operation
    113
  - CD/DVD Changer Operation
    115
  - Notes on Playing MP3 Files
    115
  - Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio Play)
    117
- Satellite Radio - if Equipped
  118
  - System Activation
    119
  - Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)
    119
  - Selecting Satellite Mode in RBB, RAH, REV and RBK Radios
    120
  - Selecting Satellite Mode in RBP, RBU, RAZ
    120
  - RB1 and RBQ Radios
    120
  - Selecting a Channel
    121
  - Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels
    121
  - Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)
    121
  - PTY Button Scan
    121
  - PTY Button Seek
    122
  - Satellite Antenna
    122
  - Reception Quality
    122
- CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
  123
- Climate Controls
  123
  - Air Conditioning and Heating System
    124
  - Operating Tips
    127
- Radio Antenna
  123
- Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
  123
- Rear Window Features
  129
  - Electric Rear Window Defroster
    129
Starting and Operating

130
- Starting Procedures
  133
  - Normal Starting
    134
  - If Engine Fails to Start
    136
  - After Starting
    137
- Transmission Shifting
  137
  - Recommended Shift Speeds
    139
  - Skip Shift Indicator Light
    139
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  140
  - Acceleration
    140
  - Traction
    141
- Driving through Water
  141
  - Flowing/Rising Water
    142
  - Shallow Standing Water
    142
- Parking Brake
  143
- Brake System
  145
  - Brake Pad Break-In
    145
  - Anti-Lock Brake System
    146
- Power Steering
  149
- Tire Safety Information
  150
  - Tire Markings
    150
  - Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    153
  - Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
    154
- Tires - General Information
  158
  - Tire Pressure
    158
  - Tire Inflation Pressures
    159
  - Radial-Ply Tires
    161
  - Tire Spinning
    162
  - Tread Wear Indicators
    162
  - Life of Tire
    163
  - Replacement Tires
    163
  - Alignment and Balance
    164
- Snow Tires
  165
- Tire Chains
  165
- Tire Rotation Recommendations
  165
  - Tire Rotation
    166
- Tire Storage
  165
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
  167
  - Low Tire Indicator
    167
- Fuel Requirements
  169
  - 8.4L Engine
    169
  - Reformulated Gasoline
    169
  - Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
    170
  - MMT in Gasoline
    170
  - Materials Added to Fuel
    171
  - Fuel System Cautions
    171
  - Carbon Monoxide Warnings
    172
- Adding Fuel
  172
  - Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
    172
- Vehicle Loading
  174
- Ground Clearance
  175
- Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
  175
  - Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with All Four Wheels on the Ground)
    175
- Trailer Towing
  175
  - 174 Starting and Operating
    175
What to Do in Emergencies

176
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  177
- If Your Engine Overheats
  177
- TIREFIT Kit
  178
  - TIREFIT Storage
    179
  - TIREFIT Usage Precautions
    179
  - TIREFIT Kit Components & Operation
    181
  - Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT
    182
- Jump-Starting Procedures
  187
- Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
  190
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
  190
Maintaining Your Vehicle

192
- 8.4L Engine Compartment
  195
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
  196
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
  197
- Replacement Parts
  198
- Dealer Service
  199
- Maintenance Procedures
  199
  - Engine Oil
    199
  - Engine Oil Filter
    202
- Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension
  203
- Engine Air Cleaner Filter
  204
- Spark Plugs
  204
- Catalytic Converter
  205
- Fuel Filter
  205
- Ignition Wiring System and Ignition Timing
  206
- Crankcase Emission Control System
  207
- Maintenance-Free Battery
  207
- Battery Save Feature
  211
- Air Conditioner Maintenance
  213
- Power Steering - Fluid Check
  214
- Front & Rear Suspension Ball Joints
  215
- Steering Linkage
  215
- Body Lubrication
  216
- Body Mechanism Lubrication
  216
- Windshield Washers
  218
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  218
- Exhaust System
  219
- Cooling System
  220
- Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
  225
  - Fuel System
    225
  - Brake System
    226
  - Transmission
    229
  - Hydraulic Clutch
    229
  - Rear Axle
    231
  - Wheel Bearings
    231
  - Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
    231
- Fuses (Power Distribution Centers)
  235
  - Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
    235
  - Fuses (Mini-Power Distribution Center)
    238
- Vehicle Storage
  239
- Replacement Bulbs
  241
Bulb Number/Low/High Beam High Intensity

242
- Bulb Number
  242
- Discharge (HID) Headlight
  242
- Low/High Beam High Intensity
  242
- Bulb Replacement
  243
  - Auxiliary High Beam Headlight, Front Park/Turn Signal Light, Front Side Marker Light
    243
  - Auxiliary High Beam Headlight
    243
  - Front Park/Turn Signal Light
    243
  - Front Side Marker Light
    243
  - High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)
    244
  - Front Fog Light
    245
  - Taillight, Tail/Stop Light, Rear Marker Light
    246
  - Tail/Stop Light
    246
  - Taillight
    246
  - Rear Marker Light
    246
  - Backup Light, Rear Turn Signal Light
    247
  - Rear Turn Signal Light
    250
  - License Light
    251
- Fluids and Capacities
  252
- Headlight Aiming
  252
- Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
  253
  - Engine
    253
  - Chassis
    254
  - Body
    255
Maintenance Schedules

256
- Emission Control System Maintenance
  257
- Maintenance Schedules
  257
- Schedule "B" 259
  260
- Schedule "A" 269
  270
  - If You Need Consumer Assistance 277
    278
  - Publication Order Forms
    283
    
    Traction Grades
    284
  - Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
    284
    
    Quality Grades
    284
    
    Treadwear
    284

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