Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit Viper (2009) du fabricant Dodge
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA W ith respect to any V ehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution there- fore. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ............................... 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...........
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 4 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number ............... 6 䡵 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations .
INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been pr epared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by a W arranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents.
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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains W ARNINGS against op- erating procedur es that could result in an accident or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS/AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................. 1 2 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 1 2 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................ 1 3 䡵 V ehicle Security Alarm System .............
䡵 Door Locks ........................... 2 5 ▫ Manual Door Lock ..................... 2 6 ▫ Power Door Locks ..................... 2 6 䡵 W indows ............................. 2 8 ▫ Power W indows ...................... 2 8 ▫ Auto Down Feature .
䡵 Safety T ips ............................ 6 0 ▫ Exhaust System ....................... 6 0 ▫ Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle ............................. 6 1 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside The V ehicle .
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Y ou can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with either side up. The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle’s locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer or a locksmith.
NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature allows you to operate the radio and the power windows for two minutes after turning OFF the ignition switch. Removing the key from the ignition switch and opening the driver’s door will cancel this feature. Y our authorized dealership can enable or disable the Power Accessory Delay feature as desired.
arm itself in appr oximately 16 seconds. During the arming process, the V ehicle Security Light will flash at a fast rate. Once the system is armed, the light will flash once every six seconds. NOTE: • The system will not cancel the arming process if you open the hood or trunk/liftgate.
Entering the T runk with the System Armed — Convertible NOTE: Using the key to open the trunk while the system is armed will trigger the alarm. Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter to allow access without triggering the alarm or having to disarm the system.
T o Disarm the System There are two ways to disarm the system: • Use the key to unlock the driver’s door . The door lock is located on the outside door panel beneath the mirror . • Press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter . The front and rear park lights and the turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the signal.
Electronic Immobilization System — Canada Only The Electronic Immobilization system prevents unautho- rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regar dless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
ILLUMINA TED ENTR Y SYSTEM The interior lights will turn on whenever a door is opened or the liftgate is opened (Coupe models) and the dimmer switch is not in the defeat position.
UNLOCKED will flash in the odometer if one door is unlocked or will remain on steadily if both doors are unlocked. NOTE: On Coupe models, pressing either the UNLOCK button or the LIFTGA TE button will allow liftgate access.
Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the park lights and turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter . This featur e can be turned on or turned off. T o change the current setting, pr oceed as follows: 1.
2. Release both buttons at the same time. 3. T est the featur e while outside of the vehicle, by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the OFF/LOCK position, and the key removed. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.
Programming Additional T ransmitters NOTE: Y ou must have at least one programmed RKE transmitter to perform this procedure. If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter , contact your authorized dealer for details. Use this procedur e to program up to three additional transmitters for your vehicle.
Battery Replacement The recommended r eplacement battery is 2016. This is a generic battery , readily available at local r etail stores. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply . See www .dtsc.ca.gov/hazar douswaste/perchlorate. • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
3. T o assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together . 4. T est the RKE transmitter operation. General Information This RKE transmitter complies with FCC rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
DOOR LOCKS W ARNING! • Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when entering or exiting your vehicle. They can be hot enough to burn you. Observe the warning labels on each door closure panel. • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Manual Door Lock The driver’s door can be locked or unlocked with the key . The door lock is located on the outside door panel beneath the mirror . Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors.
Electronic Door Lock This vehicle is equipped with a virtual lock system. Input from the outside door handle is ignored if the vehicle is virtually locked. Door Lock Messaging The words “DOOR UNLOCKED” will flash in the odom- eter if one door is unlocked or will remain on steadily if both doors are unlocked.
This featur e can also be disabled at an authorized deal- ership if desired. NOTE: Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accor- dance with local laws. WINDOWS Power Windows The power window switches are located between the driver and passenger seats on the center tunnel bezel, just to the left of the parking brake.
W ARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power win- dows while operating the power window switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
Auto Down Feature Both windows have an Auto Down feature. Press the WINDOW switch to the second detent, r elease, and the window will go down automatically . Press the switch a second time in either direction to stop the window . T o open the window to a desired position, press and hold the WINDOW switch in the first detent.
NOTE: The liftgate release switch will be ignored under the following conditions: • When the ignition is in RUN and the parking brake is not set. • When vehicle speed is not 0 mph (0 km/h). • When all doors are locked (except for RKE transmitter liftgate access).
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE — CONVERTIBLE MODELS ONL Y Y ou can unlatch the trunk lid by pressing the TRUNK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter for at least one second. The park lights and turn signal lights will flash three times to acknowledge the signal and the trunk lid will pop open.
T runk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency release handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid, near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkened trunk.
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver , even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives.
W ARNING! (Continued) • W earing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body . These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • W earing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse.
3. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap. 4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” W ARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly .
W ARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous. Y our body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury . A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt can’t do its job as well.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedur e to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
3. Buckle the driver’s seat belt. 4. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but do not start the engine. W ait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off and then proceed to the next step. NOTE: Y ou must perform the following steps within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
How to Engage the Automatic Locking Mode T o convert the passenger seat belt fr om emergency lock- ing mode to automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull all of the webbing out of the retractor . Then, allow some of the webbing to retract back into the r etractor .
W ARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use a seat belt extender when the seat belt is not long enough when worn low and snug and in the recom- mended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee bolster in any way . • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizens band radios, etc. • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision.
Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. An infant up to one year or appr oximately 20 lbs (9 kg) should never ride in the vehicle because in the event of a crash, the rear-facing child seat places them too close to the passenger airbag.
9. Read the instructions provided with your child safety seat or booster seat to make sure that you are using it properly . 10. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts properly . 1 1. Position the driver seat and passenger seat as far away from the instrument panel as practical to allow the airbags room to inflate.
− Interconnecting W iring − Seat T rack Position Sensors How the Airbag System W orks • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to requir e the airbags to inflate. The airbag inflators are designed to provide differ ent rates of inflation.
W ARNING! Ignoring the Airbag W arning Light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away .
If there is a fault present in the OCS, the Airbag W arning Light will turn on. This indicates that you should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. The Airbag W arning Light will turn on when- ever there is fault present, which can af fect the opera- tion of the airbag system.
and for most properly installed child r estraint systems. However , under certain conditions, even with a properly installed child restraint system, the P AD Indicator Light may not be on, even though the airbag is disabled. This can occur if the child restraint is lighter than the thresh- old weight necessary to turn the P AD Indicator Light on.
proper airbag deployment. Do not make any modifica- tions to the passenger seat components, assembly , or to the seat cover . If the seat, trim cover , or cushion needs service for any reason, take the vehicle to your autho- rized dealer . Only manufactur er appr oved seat accesso- ries may be used.
If a Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy when the ORC detects a moderate-to-severe frontal collision, to help restrain the driver and passenger , and then to deflate immediately . NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system.
W ARNING! Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Maintaining Y our Airbag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it.
Airbag W arning Light Y ou will want to have the airbags r eady for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an .
seat Owner’s Manual to ensure you have the correct seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child: Infant and Child Restraints • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearwar d-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly . If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back, they should use a belt-positioning booster seat.
Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. W e also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it.
3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either side with a screwdriver or similar tool, as shown. NOTE: While the child tether is in use, keep the access cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced after use of the child tether .
7. Return the seatback to an upright position. 8. Install the child restraint according to the manufactur- er’s directions. 9. Remove slack fr om the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s directions. W ARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
3. Allow some of the webbing to retract back into the retractor . As the belt r etracts, you will hear a clicking sound indicating that the belt is now in automatic locking mode. 4. T ighten the lap portion of the belt and allow the excess webbing to retract back to the retractor .
• A void excessive idling. • Check the engine oil level at every fuel fill. NOTE: A new engine will consume some oil during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the br eak-in and not interpreted as a sign of difficulty .
mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace or adjust as requir ed.
Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside The V ehicle T ires Examine tires for excessive tr ead wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and side wall for cuts and cracks.
UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Convertible T op Operation — If Equipped ..... 6 5 ▫ T o Lower The T op ..................... 6 5 ▫ T o Raise The T op ...................... 6 6 ▫ Convertible T op Boot Cover Installation — If Equipped .
▫ Lights-On Reminder ................... 8 4 ▫ Battery Saver Feature — Exterior Lights ...... 8 4 ▫ Fog Lights .......................... 8 4 ▫ T urn Signals ......................... 8 5 ▫ High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 8 6 ▫ Flash-T o-Pass .
CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERA TION — IF EQUIPPED W ARNING! The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does, and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants of a vehicle in a collision.
3. Depress the button located at the top of the latch and then pull the latch handle downward and rearward. 4. Disengage the latch hook from the windshield receiver rod and then pull the latch all the way back to the detent stow position. 5. Pull the convertible top away from the windshield header .
4. Press downwar d on the convertible top and then press the lever behind the driver seat to release the downstack latch. 5. Manually raise the convertible top until it meets the windshield header .
7. From inside the vehicle, grasp the handles and pull the convertible top towar d the windshield header . Then, push the latch handle forward so that the latch hook engages the windshield receiver rod.
NOTE: Until the convertible top system has had ad- equate time to break-in, it may take a greater effort to engage the latch hook and close the latch. However , several weeks of normal convertible top usage will reduce these efforts. 9. Raise both sun visors if so desired.
4. Slide the boot cover pocket over the fr ont corner of the convertible top on the driver side of the vehicle. Then, stretch and slide the boot cover pocket over the front corner of the convertible top on the passenger side of the vehicle. 5. T uck the boot cover underneath the leading edge of the convertible top.
6. On the passenger side of the vehicle, clip the tab under the trunk lid stop and on the outer edge of the quarter panel flange. 7. Push downward on the boot cover pocket to engage the inboard tab.
8. On the driver side of the vehicle, clip the tab under the trunk lid stop and on the outer edge of the quarter panel flange. 9. Push downward on the boot cover pocket to engage the inboard tab.
10. Push downward on the boot cover behind driver seat to lock down the boot cover . 1 1. Stretch and smooth out the boot cover from the rear of vehicle.
Convertible T op Boot Cover Removal and Storage 1. Open the trunk. 2. On the driver side of the vehicle, pull upward on the boot cover to disengage the inboard tab. 3. Unclip the tab under the trunk lid stop and on the outer edge of the quarter panel flange.
4. On the passenger side of the vehicle, pull upward on the boot cover to disengage the inboard tab. 5. Unclip the tab under the trunk lid stop and on the outer edge of the quarter panel flange.
6. Slide the boot cover pockets off the front corners of the convertible top. 7. Fold the outer edges of the boot cover inward. 8. Fold the boot cover again. 9. Place the boot cover into the bag and stor e it in the trunk or a secur e dry area. 10. Close the trunk.
MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window . A pivot system allows for horizontal and verti- cal mirror adjustment. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirr or will give a much wider view to the rear , and especially of the lane next to your vehicle. W ARNING! V ehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
NOTE: When not in use, return the power mirror switch to the neutral (off) position to pr event accidental mirror movement. SEA TS Manual Seat Adjustments Forward and Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor . Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or r ear- ward.
W ARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T wo latches must be r eleased to open the hood. 1. Reach into the lower right grille opening and pull the primary hood latch forward. 2. Raise the fr ont of the hood slightly and push the safety catch handle to the right. The safety catch handle is located under the front edge of the hood.
NOTE: Assist props will raise the hood to a normal usage position. If greater access is r equired, the hood may be pushed up at the front, raising the hood beyond the initial opening height. CAUTION! Do not leave the hood open in areas where strong gusts of wind are likely .
LIGHTS Exterior and Interior Lighting Control The multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column contr ols the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signal lights, front fog lights, instrument panel lights, and interior lights.
This feature can be disabled at the authorized dealership, if so desired. Daytime Running Lights The fog lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights, whenever the ignition switch is ON, the headlights are off, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal night time driving.
T urn Signals Move the multifunction lever upward or downward and the corresponding turn signal indicator on the instru- ment panel will flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. Y ou can also signal a lane change by moving the lever partially upward or downward without moving beyond the detent.
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever a second time to switch the headlights back to low beam. Flash-to-Pass Y ou can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
• A door is unlocked using the outside driver’s door key cylinder . The interior lights will turn on and remain on for about four seconds and then fade to off if a door is opened using the inside door handle. Courtesy/Reading Lights T wo courtesy/reading lights are located in the bottom of the rearview mirror .
Battery Saver Feature — Interior Lights T o protect the battery , the interior lights will turn off automatically 15 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the OFF/LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open or the liftgate is open (Coupe models).
Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the ex- treme bottom OFF position. The inte- rior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent (white semi-circle).
intermittent DEL setting for Low-speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent DEL setting for High-speed wiper operation. CAUTION! T urn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in any position other than off.
Windshield W ashers T o use the washer , pull the windshield wiper/washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired. If you activate the washer while the windshield w.
W ARNING! T ilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. W ithout a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
T o adjust the pedals: 1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable position. 2. Either press the adjustable pedals switch forward to move the pedals forwar d (towar d the front of the ve- hicle), or pull the switch rearwar d to move the pedals rearwar d (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Adjustable Foot Rest This feature allows the driver to adjust the foot rest forward or backward and to rotate it upward or down- ward to allow for greater driving comfort. T o adjust the pedal: 1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable position.
REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Electric Rear Window Defroster The electric rear window defroster control is lo- cated on the climate control. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster . A light above the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is ON.
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UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features ................. 9 9 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description ............ 1 0 0 ▫ Speedometer ........................ 1 0 0 ▫ Message Center ...................... 1 0 1 ▫ Gauges And Indicator Lights .
▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH, REV And RBK Radios ..................... 1 2 2 ▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 And RBQ Radios .................. 1 2 2 ▫ Selecting a Channel ................... 1 2 2 ▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels .
INSTRUMENT P ANEL FEA TURES 1 - Air Outlet 7 - Speedometer/Odometer 13 - Climate Control 2 - Sound System Speaker 8 - Oil Pressure Gauge 14 - ENGINE ST AR T Button 3 - Main Message Center 9 - Passenge.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION Speedometer Shows the vehicle’s speed in miles- per-hour (mph) and kilometers-per- hour (km/h). Odometer/T rip Odometer The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
• The word “DECK” will flash in the display if the trunk/liftgate is open. • The wor ds “LOW TIRE” will flash slowly in the display and a chime will sound if the tire pressur e is low . • The wor ds “FLA T TIRE” will flash rapidly in the display and a chime will sound if critically low tire pressur e is detected.
This light also illuminates at vehicle start-up to indicate that the ABS self-check is in process. If the light remains on after start-up, or turns on and r emains on at road speeds, it may indicate a system malfunction or that the system is inoperative.
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality , etc., may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light remains on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not requir e towing.
Brake W arning Light The red Brake System W arning Light turns on when the ignition is first turned on. It should stay on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not turn on during starting, have it repair ed promptly . If the light remains on following the bulb check, it may be an indication that the parking brake is not r eleased.
• If the light turns on steady while the engine is running, safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible, cycle the ignition key , and then restart the engine. The light should turn off. However , if the light remains on steady , see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Y our vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly . The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
W ARNING! Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h) if the LOW T ire indicator is activated. V ehicle handling and braking may be reduced. Y ou could have an accident and be severely or fatally injured.
6000 RPM. This serves as a visual aid to shift before reaching the red line. This warning will turn off when the tachometer pointer falls below 5900 RPM.
This gauge does not indicate the amount of oil in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. Check the level often during severe usage. Oil Pressure W arning Light The red Oil Pr essure W arning Light is located in the Oil Pr essure Gauge.
CAUTION! The accessory belt also drives the water pump. Op- erating the vehicle with a failed belt can cause engine overheating and possible severe engine damage. SETTING THE DIGIT AL CLOCK The digital display panel on the radio displays the time in hours and minutes.
SALES CODE RAH — AM AND FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLA YER AND CD/DVD CHANGER CONTROLS NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower left side of your radio faceplate. Radio Operation Power/V olume Control Push the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on.
T oggle the TUNE button to select the following format types: Program T ype Radio Display Adult Hits Adult Hit Classical Classical Classic Rock Classic Rock College College Country Country Information.
The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTY program type when searching for the next PTY station. If no station is found with the selected PTY program type, the radio will return to the last preset station.
T one Control The Bass and/or T reble controls sound for the desired tone. Press the AUDIO button, select Bass or TREBLE, then press SEEK + or SEEK ⫺ to increase or decrease amplification of the band. T o Set the Radio Pushbutton Memory When you ar e r eceiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory , press the SET button.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation NOTE: • The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate.
Seek Press the top of the SEEK button for the next selection on the CD. Press the bottom of the button to return to the beginning of the current selection, or r eturn to the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is within the first 10 seconds of the current selection.
T ime Press the TIME button to change the display fr om elapsed CD or DVD playing time to time of day . Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files, however , acceptable MP3 file r ecording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric- tions.
Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file.
Playback of MP3 files When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more time to start playing the MP3 files.
R W/FF (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press the FF side of the button to move forward through the MP3 selection. Press the RW side of the button to move back through the MP3 selection. AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Switches the Radio into the AM or FM Radio mode.
System Activation Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you may begin listening immediately to the one year of SIRIUS audio service that is included with the factory- installed satellite radio system in your vehicle.
ESN/SID Access with RBP , RBU, RAZ, RB1 and RBQ Radios W ith the ignition switch in the ACCESSOR Y position and the radio OFF , press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for three seconds.
and the bottom of the button to sear ch down. Holding the TUNE button causes the radio to bypass channels until the button is released. Press and r elease the SCAN button (if equipped) to automatically change channels every seven seconds. The radio will pause on each channel for seven seconds before moving on to the next channel.
PTY (SEEK) Button When the desired program is obtained, press the SEEK button within five seconds. The channel will change to the next channel that matches the program type selected.
3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- ing the disc. 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner , cleaners, or antistatic sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatur es may become too high.
Air Conditioning and Heating System Blower Control Use this contr ol to r egulate the amount of air forced thr ough the sys- tem in any mode you select. T urn the control clockwise to increase fan speed. T urn the contr ol to the O (Off) position to shut off the fan and to prevent any outside air from entering the vehicle.
T emperature Control Use this control to regulate the tem- perature of the air inside the passen- ger compartment. The blue area of the control indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures. Mode Control Use this contr ol to select the dir ection of air flow .
NOTE: Ther e is a varying temperatur e differential be- tween the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer air goes to the floor outlets. This feature provides improved comfort during sunny but cool con- ditions. • Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets with a lesser amount through the defrost outlets.
Operating Tips NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings for various weather condi- tions. Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
W indow Fogging Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide suf ficient heating. If side win- dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed.
ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 1 3 4 ▫ Normal Starting ..................... 1 3 5 ▫ If Engine Fails T o Start ................. 1 3 6 ▫ After Starting ....................... 1 3 7 䡵 Manual T ransmission .
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 1 4 8 䡵 T ir e Safety Information .................. 1 5 1 ▫ T ir e Markings ....................... 1 5 1 ▫ T ir e Identification Number (TIN) .......... 1 5 5 ▫ T ir e Loading And T ire Pressure ..
▫ Materials Added T o Fuel ............... 1 7 3 ▫ Fuel System Cautions .................. 1 7 3 ▫ Carbon Monoxide W arnings ............. 1 7 4 䡵 Adding Fuel ......................... 1 7 5 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ............... 1 7 5 䡵 T railer T owing .
ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirr ors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct any other occupant to buckle their seat belt. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
Normal Starting CAUTION! The engine in your vehicle is designed for operation down to 0°F (-18°C). Starting the engine below 0°F (-18°C) creates a potential for scuffing or seizing of internal components in this very high performance engine. T o prevent engine damage, do not start the engine at temperatures below 0°F (-18°C).
6. Press the r ed ENGINE ST AR T button located on the instrument panel. Release the button when the engine starts. If Engine Fails to Start CAUTION! T o prevent damage to the starter , do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. W ait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
CAUTION! Failure to depress the clutch pedal fully to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, and may result in damage to the clutch and transmission.
• Shifting gears during cold weather may requir e an increased effort until the transmission lubricant is warm. This is normal and not harmful to the transmis- sion. • Due to the high performance nature of your drivetrain, a certain amount of noise from the transmission is normal.
FIRST gear , and the accelerator is at 1/4 throttle or less. The Skip Shift Indicator Light located in the tachometer will turn Amber during these times. When the indicator light turns amber , the shift mecha- nism will only allow shifts from FIRST gear to FOURTH gear .
DRIVING ON SLIPPER Y SURF ACES Acceleration W ARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have an accident. Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow , wet, mud, loose sand, etc.
DRIVING THROUGH W A TER Driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will requir e extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/Rising W ater W ARNING! Do not drive on or cross a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- age to your vehicle’ s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’ s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- tamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water .
POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will pr ovide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle.
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer . No chemical flushes should be used in any power steering system; only the approved lubricant may be used.
drops into the handle (releasing the lock), guide the handle downward to its stop and then release the button and the handle. The Brake System W arning Light in the instrument cluster will turn on when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is applied.
BRAKE SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability , the r emaining system will still function.
Safe Operating T ips W ARNING! T o use your brakes and accelerator more safely , follow these tips: • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal. This could overheat the brakes and result in unpredictable braking action, longer stopping distances, or brake damage.
NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. This is normal, indicating that the Anti-Lock Brake System is functioning. The Anti-Lock Brake System conducts a low-speed self- test at about 12 mph (20 km/h).
W ARNING! (Continued) • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer .
Anti-Lock Brake W arning Light The amber Anti-Lock Brake W arning Light will turn on and stay on briefly as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on. If the light does not turn on during starting, have it re- paired promptly . This light also illuminates at vehicle start-up to indicate that the ABS self-check is in process.
NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tir e sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tir e sizing is based on European design standards.
T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.
EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can ca.
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however , the date code may only be on one side. T ir es with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The pr oper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar . T ire and Loading Information Placard This placard tell.
NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GA WRs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GA WRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to “V ehicle Loading” in this section.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this r educes the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy Improper inflation pressur es can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressur e.
loading may be requir ed for high-speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for r ecommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow , or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). For additional information, refer to “Freeing A Stuck V ehicle” in Section 6. W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tr ead depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressur e. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control. CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- ings.
Rotate the tires “side-to-side” as shown in the diagram. These ef fects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Low Tire Indicator If tire pressure falls below 23 psi (159 kpa), the Low T ir e Pressur e T elltale in the Message Center will illuminate, a chime will sound, and the wor ds LOW TIRE will flash slowly in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel in the bottom of the speedometer .
TPMS Malfunction W arning Y our vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly .
Poor quality gasoline can cause pr oblems such as har d starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of “premium” gasoline before considering service for the vehicle.
Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer . While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel V ehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (E10).
content of gasoline may not be indicated on the pump, you should ask your gasoline r etailer if his/her gasoline contains MMT . It is even mor e important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levels higher than allowed in the United States.
• The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives are not the responsibility of the manufacturer .
ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door above the rear tire on the passenger side of the vehicle. T o access the gas cap, grasp the finger pull (on the left side of the fuel filler door) and pull it open.
W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
GROUND CLEARANCE The fr ont and rear fascias and side sills ride low and ground clearance is limited. CAUTION! Damage to the front and rear fascias and side sills can occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in these areas of your vehicle. Pay close attention when parking to avoid running into parking curbs.
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WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flasher ................. 1 8 0 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................ 1 8 0 䡵 TIREFIT Kit .......................... 1 8 1 ▫ TIREFIT Storage ..................... 1 8 2 ▫ TIREFIT Usage Precautions .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHER The Hazar d W arning flasher switch is on the top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the Hazard W arning flasher switch and all fr ont and rear directional signals will flash. Press the switch a second time to turn the flashers off.
• In city traffic — While moving, shift into the highest gear possible to reduce engine RPM. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner is on, turn it of f. The air conditioning system adds heat to the cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat.
TIREFIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Usage Precautions NOTE: • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle prior to the expi- ration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system.
only the Black Air Pump Hose 6 and make sur e the Mode Select Knob 4 is in the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The TIREFIT Sealant is only intended to seal small punc- tures in the tire tread of a tire on this vehicle.
W ARNING! (Continued) Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you. W ARNING! • T ake care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair , eyes, or clothing.
TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Pressure Gauge 3. AIR PUMP POWER Button 4. Mode Select Knob 5. Power Plug and Cable 6. Air Pump Hose (Black) 7.
Using the Air Pump Power Button Push and release the button 3 once to turn ON the TIREFIT kit. Push and r elease the button 3 again to turn OFF the TIREFIT kit. Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT A. Whenever Y ou Stop to Use TIREFIT 1. T urn ON the vehicle’s hazard warning flashers.
5. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then scr ew the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 7 onto the valve stem. 6. Uncoil the Power Plug and Cable 5 and then insert the plug into the vehicle’s power outlet. NOTE: Do not r emove for eign objects (e.
D. After Injecting TIREFIT Sealant 1. Allow the air pump to inflate the tire to the pressur e indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar . Check the pr essure in the tir e by looking at the Pressur e Gauge 2. • If the tire inflates to at least 26 psi (1.
W ARNING! TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair . Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT . Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until having the tire repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
7. Have the tire inspected and r epair ed or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tir e ser- vice center . 8. Replace the Sealant Bottle 1 at your near est authorized Mopar 威 parts dealership as soon as possible. Refer to “H.
H. Sealant Bottle Replacement 1. Uncoil the Clear Sealant Hose 7. 2. Locate the rectangular SEALANT BOTTLE RELEASE button in the recessed area where you place your fingers to unlatch the hoses 6 and 7 from their storage area. 3. Use the Y ellow Cap on end of the Clear Sealant Hose 7 to depress the SEALANT BOTTLE RELEASE button.
JUMP-ST ARTING PROCEDURES W ARNING! • T ake care to avoid the radiator cooling fans when- ever the hood is raised. They can start anytime the ignition switch is on. Y ou can be hurt by the fans. • T ake care to avoid the accessory drive whenever the hood is raised.
1. W ear eye pr otection and remove any metal jewelry such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. 2. When boost is pr ovided by a battery in another vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach, but without allowing the vehicles touch one another .
7. If you are jump-starting another vehicle, connect one end of a jumper cable to the r emote jump-start positive post (+) . Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery . 8. If you are jump-starting your vehicle, connect the other cable to the negative ⫺ terminal on the booster battery .
NOTE: The V ehicle Security Alarm System will prevent the engine from starting. 12. Start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery . If engine does not start in 15 seconds, stop cranking engine and allow starter to cool down before cranking again.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Do not tow with sling type equipment. Only use flat bed equipment. Always comply with applicable state or local towing ordinances.
MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 8.4L ............. 1 9 9 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ........ 2 0 0 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 2 0 1 䡵 Replacement Parts ...
▫ Brake System ....................... 2 2 2 ▫ Manual T ransmission .................. 2 2 4 ▫ Hydraulic Clutch ..................... 2 2 4 ▫ Rear Axle .......................... 2 2 6 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ........
ENGINE COMP ARTMENT — 8.4L 1 — Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Clutch Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Power Distribution Center 8 — Engine Oil Fil.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) T o meet new government r egulations and pr omote cleaner air , your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions and engine control systems.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal r equirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later , one of two things will happen: a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should not proceed to the I/M station.
DEALER SERVICE Y our authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in an expert manner . Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for your vehicle.
The best time to check the oil level is appr oximately five minutes after a fully warmed engine is turned off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground also will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petr oleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF , and meet the requir ements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725.
Synthetic Engine Oils Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requir ements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added to Engine Oil Do not add supplemental materials, other than leak detection dyes, to the engine oil.
W ARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance.
T o gain access to the battery , remove the floor portion of the rear compartment carpet. Accessing The Battery Battery Location 208 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y.
W ARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water .
Battery Save Feature The Battery Save feature conserves battery power when storing the vehicle. It allows for up to thr ee months of storage time without losing radio and engine contr oller memory . Using this feature is an alternative to discon- necting the battery .
• The V ehicle Security Alarm is disabled when the Battery Save Feature is enabled. Therefor e, the vehicle is not protected when the Battery Save Feature is enabled. • The exterior and interior lighting functions will not work when the Battery Save Feature is enabled.
W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs.
attention should also be given to hood latching compo- nents to insure pr oper function. When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, r elease mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a year , preferably in the Fall and Spring.
Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a pr operly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if.
CAUTION! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. Have your vehicle serviced promptly in the event of engine malfunction, particularly when involving en- gine misfire or other apparent loss of performance.
T o minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- age: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of fr eezing weather , where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- freeze).
CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified HOA T engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corro- sion protection.
When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • The manufacturer recommends using MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Organic Additive T echnology). • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOA T engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water .
W ARNING! • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- caution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system.
of this. As long as the engine operating temperatur e is satisfactory , the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or W inter operation. If r eplacement is ever necessary , install ONL Y the correct type thermostat.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before r emoving the cap. If necessary , add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser - voir . Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may cause leaking in the system.
Change Brake Fluid Brake fluid will tend to absorb moisture fr om the atmo- sphere over time. If the fluid becomes contaminated with water , brake performance will deteriorate. Therefore, the brake fluid must be changed at the intervals specified in “Maintenance Schedules” in Section 8 of this manual.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before r emoving the cap. If necessary , add fluid to the reservoir . Do Not Overfill. Overfilling can cause clutch release problems as the clutch wears. A low fluid level may indicate a leak, in which case, hydraulic clutch linkage replacement may be required.
Rear Axle Axle Lubricant Level Check Check the exterior of the axle for evidence of gear oil leakage every 12 months or 6,000 miles (10 000 km). This check should be made with the vehicle level and sup- ported by the suspension, with the vehicle on the ground or raised on an axle and wheel type hoist.
W ashing • W ash your vehicle regularly . Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using MOP AR 威 Car W ash or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water . • If insects, tar , or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use MOP AR 威 Super Kleen Bug and T ar Remover to remove.
Convertible T op Care — Convertible Models Only Use a mild detergent to clean the top. A void heavy scrubbing and rinse with plenty of clean water . Allow to dry thoroughly before storage. Interior Care Use MOP AR 威 T otal Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, car e must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners.
FUSES Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This center contains fuses and relays.
Cavity Car - tridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 9 40 Amp Green — Headlights 10 30 Amp Pink — Ignition Switch Run Feed 1 1 — 20 Amp Y ellow Auto Shutdown Relay (ASD) 12 — 20 Amp Y ellow Cigar L.
Cavity Car - tridge Fuse Mini- Fuse Description 64, 65 — 10 Amp Red Airbag 66, 67 — 20 Amp Y ellow WIPER Switch 68, 69 — 20 Amp Y ellow Left HID Headlight 70, 71 — 20 Amp Y ellow Right HID Hea.
Mini-Power Distribution Center The Mini-Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. This center contains radiator fan control r elays and has two externally-mounted 40 Amp fuses for the radiator fans.
VEHICLE STORAGE W e recommend that you follow these guidelines for storing your vehicle for extended periods. • Fill the fuel tank. This will pr event water condensation inside the tank. If you plan to store your vehicle more than two months, add an anti-oxidant fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank.
Then, either disconnect the battery at the negative terminal or use the “Battery Save Feature” to conserve battery power . Refer to “Battery Save Feature” under “Maintenance Procedur es” in this section for details. NOTE: Disconnecting the battery causes the engine control system to lose memory of some “learned” func- tions.
properly . If not, ther e is a pr oblem with a switch or the system. See your authorized dealer for service. • Cover the vehicle whenever possible to pr event acci- dental damage to the finish. REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number Message Center Indicators .
LIGHT BULBS — Exterior (Coupe Models) Bulb Number Low/High Beam High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlight .... S e r viced at authorized dealer only Auxiliary High Beam Headlight ...... (HB3A) 9005XS Front Park/T urn Signal Light ............. 3157AK Fog Light .
2. T urn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counter- clockwise, and then pull it out of the headlight assembly . 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly . 4. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly . 5. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head- light assembly , and then turn it clockwise.
W ARNING! A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the HEADLIGHT switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not ser- viced properly . See your authorized dealer for ser- vice.
2. T urn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise, and then pull it out of the front fog light assembly . 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly . 4. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly . 5. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the front fog light assembly , and then turn it clockwise.
3. T urn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise, and then pull it out of the upper light assembly . 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly . 5. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly . 6. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the upper light assembly , and then turn it clockwise.
Backup Light, Rear T urn Signal Light 1. Open the trunk. 2. Remove the two fasteners and then remove the access panel. 3. Remove the three upper light assembly retaining nuts.
4. Remove the three bulb and socket assemblies from the upper light assembly by turning them counterclockwise and then pulling them out of the upper light assembly .
6. T urn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise, and then pull it out of the lower light assembly . 7. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly . 8. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly . 9. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the lower light assembly , and then turn it clockwise.
10. Reinstall the three bulb and socket assemblies into the upper light assembly , and turn them clockwise. 1 1. Reinstall the upper light assembly and the three retaining nuts. 12. Install the access panel and the two fasteners. 13. Close the trunk. License Light 1.
FLUIDS AND CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 16 Gallons 60.6 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 8.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W -40, API Certified) 1 1 Quarts 10.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOP AR 威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Y ear/100,000 Mile Formula HOA T (Hybrid Organic Additive T ech.
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part T ransmission MOP AR 威 A TF+4 Automatic T ransmission Fluid Rear Axle MOP AR 威 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant SAE 75W -140 or equivalent, wit.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ...... 2 5 0 䡵 Maintenance Schedules .................. 2 5 0 ▫ Maintenance Schedule B .
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued pr oper functioning of the emissions control system.
NOTE: • If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5000 km) or three months, whichever comes first, and follow the maintenance recommendations in “Maintenance Schedule B” in this section.
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.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE B Follow “Maintenance Schedule B” if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following condi- tions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling.
Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX X Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter , if nec- essary .
Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX X Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter , if nec- essary .
Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX X Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner fil- ter , if necessary .
Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (1 10 000) (1 15 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not re- placed at 3 months. XXXXXX Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XXX Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter , if necessary .
Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXX X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX X Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter , if nec- essary .
Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 108,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXXXX Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XXX Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter , if necessary .
Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 108,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000) Change the rear axle fluid. X X Change the brake and clutch fluid. X Change the brake fluid. X Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints.
Miles 1 1 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter , if not replaced at 3 months. XXXX Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter , if neces- sary .
Miles 1 1 1,000 1 14,000 1 17,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change the rear axle fluid. X Change the brake and clutch fluid. X Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. X ‡ This maintenance is not requir ed if previously replaced.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE A Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXX Rotate the tires. 〫〫 X XXXX Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter , if necessary .
Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X XXXX Rotate the tires. 〫〫 X XXXX Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter , if necessary .
Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) [Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] Change the rear axle fluid. X X Change the brake and clutch fluid. X Change the brake fluid. X Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints.
Miles 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (1 10 000) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) [Months] [66] [72] [78] [84] [90] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX X X X Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter , if necessary .
Miles 96,000 102,000 108,000 1 14,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (160 000) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120] Change engine oil and engine oil filter . X X X X X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 XX X X X Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter , if necessary .
Miles 96,000 102,000 108,000 1 14,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (160 000) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) [Months] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120] Inspect the brake linings. X Change the rear axle fluid. X Change the brake and clutch fluid. X Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 2 7 1 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ............ 2 7 1 ▫ Prepar e A List ....................... 2 7 1 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
䡵 Department Of T ransportation Uniform T ire Quality Grades ........................ 2 7 6 ▫ T readwear .......................... 2 7 7 ▫ T raction Grades .
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be cover ed by the warranty .
This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship.
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) T o assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (T elecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center .
W ARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
T o contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY : 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www .safer car .gov; or write to: Administra- tor , NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW ., W ashington, D.C. 20590.
• Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-contr olled ve- hicle systems and features.
T readwear The T r eadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
V ehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repr e- sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum requir ed by law . W ARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
INDEX 10 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
About Y our Brakes ....................... 1 4 7 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ............ 101,148 Accessory Delay , Power .................. 13,28 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 2 1 8 Adding Fuel ........................... 1 7 5 Adding W asher Fluid .
Location .......................... 192,207 Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 2 1 0 Storing V ehicle ........................ 2 1 0 Belts, Seat ............................ 33,34 Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 2 1 2 Boot, Convertible T op .
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 1 7 1 Climate Control ......................... 1 2 5 Clock ................................ 1 1 0 Clutch Fluid ........................... 2 2 4 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 1 2 4 Console ....
Door Locks ............................. 2 5 Door Locks, Automatic .................... 2 7 Doors ................................. 2 5 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................... 1 4 1 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing W ater .......
Engine Oil V iscosity Chart ................. 2 0 5 Ethanol ............................... 1 7 1 Exhaust Gas Caution .............. 31,60,174,214 Exhaust System ....................... 60,214 Exterior Finish Care ...................... 2 2 7 Filters Air Cleaner .
Gauge .............................. 1 0 9 Methanol ............................ 1 7 1 Octane Rating ...................... 170,247 Requirements ...................... 170,246 T ank Capacity ........................ 2 4 6 Fuel System Caution .........
Hood Release ........................... 8 1 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .................... 2 2 4 Ignition ............................... 1 2 K e y ................................. 1 2 Ignition Key Removal ..................... 1 2 Illuminated Entry ..
Battery Saver ........................ 84,88 Brake W arning ........................ 1 0 4 Bulb Replacement ...................... 2 3 6 Courtesy/Reading ...................... 8 7 Daytime Running ....................... 8 4 Dimmer Switch, Headlight .
Power Door ........................... 2 6 Low T ire Indicator ....................... 1 6 9 Low T ire Pressur e System .................. 1 6 9 Lubrication, Body ....................... 2 1 2 Maintenance Free Battery .................. 2 0 7 Maintenance Procedur es .
Checking ............................ 2 0 3 Dipstick ............................. 2 0 3 Disposal ............................ 2 0 6 Filter ............................ 206,247 Filter Disposal ........................ 2 0 6 Materials Added to ........
Radial Ply T ires ......................... 1 6 3 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressur e Cap) .......... 2 1 9 Radio Antenna ......................... 1 2 4 Radio Operation ........................ 1 2 5 Radio, Satellite .......................... 1 2 0 Radio (Sound Systems) .
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 39,107 Seat Belts ............................ 33,34 And Pregnant W omen ................... 4 1 Child Restraint ................... 53,54,55,58 Extender ............................. 4 1 Inspection ...........
Steering Power .............................. 1 4 4 T ilt Column ........................... 9 1 Storage ............................... 2 3 4 Storage, V ehicle ......................... 1 2 9 Stuck, Freeing .......................... 1 9 5 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag .
T r ead W ear Indicators ................... 1 6 4 T op Cover .............................. 6 9 T owing ............................ 176,196 Disabled V ehicle ....................... 1 9 6 Recreational .......................... 1 7 6 T raction .....
W arranty Information ..................... 2 7 4 W asher , Adding Fluid ..................... 2 1 3 W ashers, W indshield ................. 89,91,213 W ashing V ehicle ......................... 2 2 7 W ater Driving Through ...................... 1 4 2 W axing and Polishing .
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUALWARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/AL TERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORDABOUT YOUR KEYS.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Dodge Viper (2009) c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Dodge Viper (2009) - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Dodge Viper (2009), vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Dodge Viper (2009) va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Dodge Viper (2009), mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Dodge Viper (2009).
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