Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS m Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 m Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 m Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 m Vehicle Modifi...
Page 4 - parts, and is interested in; HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance ofservice and engineering specialists to acquaint you withthe operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It issupplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet andvarious customer oriented documents. You are urged toread these publicati...
Page 7 - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehiclecould seriously affect its roadworthiness and safetyand may lead to an accident resulting in seriousinjury or death. INTRODUCTION 7 1
Page 9 - THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ▫ Ignition Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Power Accessory Delay Feature . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 14 - If you attempt to lock the doors with the key in; Mechanical Release
NOTE: If you attempt to lock the doors with the key in the ignition and the driver’s door open, the doors will notlock. Mechanical Release The driver’s door can be opened mechanically by insert-ing your key into the lock located on the underside of thedoor panel, beneath the outside mirror. 14 THING...
Page 15 - Automatic Door Locks; If the vehicle is moving faster than 5 MPH, the; REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically from outside the ve-hicle when vehicle speed reaches 18 miles per hour withthe ignition On and the DOOR UNLOCKED displayed inthe odometer will disappear. NOTE: If the vehicle is moving faster than 5 MPH, the inside and outside door handles are i...
Page 17 - Panic Alarm
To Lock the Doors: NOTE: To enable/disable the Lamp Flash, see proce- dure described above. Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter.The horn will chirp once and the park and tail lights willblink to acknowledge that the door is locked and that thealarm system is armed. The horn chirp ca...
Page 18 - This device may not cause harmful interference.
To Program Transmitters: This feature allows you to program transmitters in caseone is lost or an extra transmitter(s) is desired. Up to 4transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle. Toprogram another transmitter follow these steps: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position andset the pa...
Page 19 - Transmitter Battery Service; Reassemble the transmitter case and test operation.; VEHICLE THEFT ALARM
Transmitter Battery Service The replacement battery number is 2016. This is a genericbattery, readily available at local retail stores. 1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a coin or similarobject. 2. Remove and replace the batteries. 3. Reassemble the transmitter case and test operation. NOTE: ...
Page 20 - The engine will not start until the system is; To Arm the Vehicle Theft Alarm System
If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal forabout 18 minutes. For the first 3 minutes the horn willsound and the park, tail and fog lights will flash. If thecondition which triggered the alarm is still present, thepark, tail and fog lights will continue to flash for 15minutes, unless ...
Page 21 - Entering the Trunk with the System Armed; If the key is used and the system is armed, then
4. The Security light will periodically flash, once every 6seconds, to show that the system is still armed. CAUTION! If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6 seconds,then the vehicle was tampered with! Entering the Trunk with the System Armed To enter the trunk with the system armed, the RemoteKey...
Page 22 - Security System Disarm; There are two ways to disarm the system:
Security System Disarm There are two ways to disarm the system: 1. Driver door key cylinder: Insert the key in the cylinderlocated under the driver’s door mirror. This will disarmthe Vehicle Theft Alarm System and open the driver’sdoor. 2. Or, press the UNLOCK button on the Remote KeylessEntry trans...
Page 23 - Tamper Alert; If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6; WINDOWS; Windows cannot be driven up during accessory
Tamper Alert If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock the vehicleusing the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter or key, thealarm has been activated. Check the vehicle for tamper-ing. NOTE: If the Security lamp flashes twice every 6 seconds, then the vehicle was tampered with. WINDOWS Power Windows The...
Page 24 - The Window Up switch will not function with
Auto Down Feature Both windows have an auto down feature. Press thewindow switch to the second detent, release, and thewindow will go down automatically. Press the switch asecond time in either direction to stop the window. To open the window to a desired positon, press and holdthe window switch in ...
Page 25 - As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-
Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with thewindows down, or the top down. This is a normaloccurrence and can be minimized. TRUNK SAFETY WARNING WARNING! Do not allow ch...
Page 26 - OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
pulling on the lever attached to the trunk latchingmechanism, which is coated so that it glows in a dark-ened trunk. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS One of the most important safety features in your Viperis the restraint system. This system consists of the driv-er’s and passenger’s seat belts, airbags for the d...
Page 28 - Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back andadjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is located at the side of yourseat back. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. 3. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessaryto make the bel...
Page 31 - Six Point Belt System - If equipped
The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert™) can be en-abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or byfollowing these steps: NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first 60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ONor START position. DaimlerChrysler does not recom-mend deactivating...
Page 32 - Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
Six Point Belt Operating InstructionsWith the anti-submarining belt placed on the seat point-ing up, buckle the left and right lap belts and strap bothlegs. Buckle the left and right shoulder belts. Adjust thebelts by pulling on the web ends and/or re-positioningthe web clips and straps as required....
Page 33 - Child Restraint
WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collisionand leave you with no protection. Inspect the beltsystem periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or looseparts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat beltassemblies must be replaced after ...
Page 35 - LATCH — Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
WARNING! Improper installation can lead to failure of a childrestraint. It could come loose in a collision. The childcould be badly injured or killed. Follow the manu-facturer’s directions exactly when installing a childrestraint. • Child restraints are secured in the passenger seat bythe lap part o...
Page 37 - Make sure that the child is seated upright in the seat.
recline the seatback full rearward and move the seat to itsmost rearward position. Install the child restraint accord-ing to the manufacturer’s directions. Return the seatbackto an upright position. Remove slack from the tetherstrap according to the child restraint manufacturer’sdirections. WARNING!...
Page 42 - A frontal collision that is not severe enough to
towards the instrument panel. In this way the airbagsdo not interfere with your control of the vehicle. • The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees andposition you for the best interaction with the airbags. If A Deployment OccursThe airbag system is designed to deploy when the impactsensors de...
Page 44 - To Shut Off the Passenger Airbag:
To turn OFF the passenger side airbag, use the on/offswitch located in the center console. NOTE: When the passenger airbag is turned off the airbag off light will illuminate To Shut Off the Passenger Airbag: • Place only the tip of the ignition key in the on/offswitch, turn the key clockwise, and re...
Page 46 - ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS; Use the proper gear for your speed range.
You will want to have the airbags ready for your protec-tion in a collision. While the airbag Supplemental Re-straint System (SRS) is designed to be maintenance free,if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealerservice the system immediately. • The AIRBAG light does not come on or flicke...
Page 47 - SAFETY TIPS
• Wait until the engine has reached normal operatingtemperature before driving at the recommended maxi-mum break-in speed. • Avoid 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 of operation. This should...
Page 48 - Seat Belts
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside theVehicle Seat Belts • Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replacedimmediately. Do not disassemble or modify the sys-tem. • Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accidentif they have been ...
Page 49 - UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m Convertible Top Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 ▫ To Raise The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 ▫ To Lower The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 m Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 51 - CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION
CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION To Raise the Top: 1. To raise the convertible top, first ensure that the doorwindows are lowered at least an inch. 2. Then open the trunk. 3. Release the lever located behind the driver’s seat andnestled in the folded convertible top (as pictured). To aidin disengaging the ...
Page 53 - Until the convertible top system has had ad-
7. Ensure the outboard locating pins are in their respec-tive receiving holes in the windshield header. Push thelatch handle forward all the way to close the latch. NOTE: Until the convertible top system has had ad- equate time to break in, it may take greater effort toengage the latch hook and clos...
Page 54 - CONSOLE FEATURES
3. Disengage the latch hook from the windshield rodmaking sure to pull the latch all the way back to thedetent stow position and pull the top away from thewindshield header. 4. Open the trunk. 5. Pull the convertible top back away from the wind-shield and all the way back to the folded position into...
Page 56 - Place the mirror selector switch in the center; Mirror Adjustment
NOTE: Place the mirror selector switch in the center (neutral) position to prevent accidental movement of themirrors. Mirror Adjustment Outside Mirror — Driver’s SideAdjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane oftraffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on theinside mirror. Ri...
Page 58 - To Open And Close The Hood; Assist props will raise the hood to a normal
To Open And Close The Hood Two latches must be released to open the hood. First,reach into the lower right grille opening and pull theprimary hood latch forward. Raise the front of the hoodslightly for access to the safety catch. Then push the safety catch handle located under the frontedge of the h...
Page 63 - Daytime Running Lights; This feature is standard on all Canadian vehicles; Headlight Time Delay
To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function ControlLever up or down. Daytime Running Lights The fog lights will come on as Daytime Running Lightswhenever the ignition switch is on, the headlights are off,and the parking brake is off. The he...
Page 64 - Fog Lights; and pull out the end of the control lever.; Turn Signals
If the ignition switch is turned to any position other thanthe Off position at any time during the 3 minute delayperiod the battery saver feature will be disabled. Fog Lights The front fog light switch is on the Multi-FunctionControl Lever. To activate the front fog lights, turnon the parking lights...
Page 66 - ADJUSTABLE PEDALS; To adjust the pedals:
WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and havean accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Your Viper is equip...
Page 67 - Adjustable Left Foot Rest
WARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving.You could lose control and have an accident. Alwaysadjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. Adjustable Left Foot Rest The left foot rest can be manually adjusted fore and aftand rotated up and down to a comfortable position. UNDERST...
Page 68 - WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
To adjust the left foot rest: • Loosen the nut on the pedal using a 13 mm socket. • Slide the pedal fore, aft and/or rotate up or down tofind a comfortable position. • Retighten the nut, being careful not to overtighten. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wipers and washers are operated by a switchin...
Page 71 - UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS m Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 m Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ▫ Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ▫ Turn Signal Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 73 - INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 73 4
Page 75 - Leaving the hazard flashers on for extended; Message Center; Message Center Components; Anti-Lock Warning Light
Turn Signal Indicators The arrows will flash in unison with the correspondingexterior turn signal when using the signal lever. Hazard Indicator Both turn signal arrows will flash in unison with all frontand rear turn signals when the hazard warning switch isused. NOTE: Leaving the hazard flashers on...
Page 78 - Trunk Ajar Light; This light indicates that the trunk is not latched.; Engine Coolant Temperature Light; This light does not indicate how much oil is in; Charge System Light; or a possible accessory drive belt failure.; Fog Light ON Indicator; This light indicates that the fog lights are on.
Trunk Ajar Light This light indicates that the trunk is not latched. Engine Coolant Temperature Light A red LED light on the Coolant Temperaturegauge will illuminate to warn of an overheatedengine coolant condition. Low Oil Pressure Light A red LED light on the Oil Pressure gauge willilluminate to i...
Page 81 - scale, the electrical system should be serviced.; ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
This gauge does not indicate the amount of oil in theengine. The engine oil level must be checked under thehood. Check the level often during severe usage. Fuel Gauge This gauge shows the amount of fuel in the gastank. The reaction time of the gauge has beenslowed to avoid needle fluctuation during ...
Page 83 - Power to operate the radio is controlled by the
NOTE: Power to operate the radio is controlled by the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position tooperate the radio. ModePress the MODE button repeatedly to select between AM,FM, and the CD changer. SeekPress and release the SEEK button to search for the nextstation in either the AM or F...
Page 85 - CD Player Operation; The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC; Inserting The Compact Disc; You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF.
CD Player Operation NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the Power / Volume control pushed ONbefore the CD player will operate. Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept 4 3 ⁄ 4 inch (12cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD play...
Page 86 - The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF.
Radio display will show “ejecting” when it is beingejected. If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The unit will continue inradio mode. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. SeekPress the top of the SEEK button for the next select...
Page 89 - CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE; Store the disc in its case after playing.
The radio display will flash “SEEK” and the selected PTYprogram type when searching for the next PTY station. Ifno station is found with the selected PTY program type,the radio will return to the last station. If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (ProgramType) mode, the PTY mode will be ...
Page 90 - RADIO ANTENNA; The radio antenna is located in the windshield.; RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
RADIO ANTENNA The radio antenna is located in the windshield. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular phonein your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance fromyour radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminatedby relocating the cellular p...
Page 91 - The controls are as follows:; Fan Control; The dot between the mode control icons is a mix
The controls are as follows: Fan Control Use this control to regulate theamount of air forced through the sys-tem in any mode you select. Turn thecontrol clockwise to increase fanspeed. Turn the control to the O — Offposition to shut off the fan and toprevent any outside air from entering the vehicl...
Page 94 - Operating Tips
Operating Tips When operating the system during the winter months,make sure the air intake, at the right side of the hood, isfree of ice, slush, snow or other obstructions such asleaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake plenum mayreduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains. The blower air wil...
Page 95 - STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS m Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 ▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 m Transmission Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10...
Page 97 - STARTING PROCEDURES; The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal; Normal Starting; of either a cold or a warm engine does
STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at highengine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust tempera-tures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leaveyour vehicle unattended with the engine running. WARNING! Do not leave animals or children inside parkedvehicles in hot we...
Page 98 - If Engine Fails to Start; The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter MUST be
the engine has not started within 3 seconds, slightlydepress the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank.If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the keyto the “OFF” position, wait 5 seconds, then repeat thenormal starting procedure. If Engine Fails to Start NOTE: The Remote Keyless ...
Page 99 - To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank
WARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get itstarted. Unburned fuel could enter the catalyticconverter and once the engine has started, ignite anddamage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle hasa discharged battery, booster cables may be used toobtain a start from a booster batte...
Page 100 - The parking brake should be engaged and the
After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the enginewarms up. WARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into thethrottle body air inlet opening in an attempt to startthe vehicle. This could result in flash fire causingserious personal injury. TRANSMISSION SHIFTING NOTE: T...
Page 101 - Recommended Shift Speeds; MANUAL TRANSMISSION; Skip Shift Light
Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transmission for fuel economy itshould be upshifted as listed below. Shift at the vehiclespeeds listed for acceleration. Earlier upshifts duringcruise conditions (relatively steady speeds) will result inincreased fuel economy, and may be used as indicated....
Page 102 - PARKING BRAKE; This light shows only that the parking brake is
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, down-shift to maintain a safe speed when descending a steepgrade. WARNING! Skipping more than one gear while downshifting,could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Youcould have an accident. CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshi...
Page 104 - BRAKE SYSTEM
BRAKE SYSTEM The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid thedriver in maintaining vehicle control under adversebraking conditions. The system operates with a separatecomputer to modulate hydraulic pressure to preventwheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slipperysurfaces. All vehicle wheel...
Page 106 - During severe braking conditions, a pulsing
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 BrakeSystem is functioning. WARNING! To use your brakes and accelerator more safely, followthese tips: • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foo...
Page 107 - Your Viper has a very high performance braking; POWER STEERING
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (forexample, repeated brake applications with the engineoff), the brakes will still function. The effort required tobrake the vehicle will be much greater than that requiredwith the power system operating. If either the front or rear hydraulic system ...
Page 108 - is absent from this tire
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: • P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. designstandards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” moldedinto the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex-ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tir...
Page 109 - —Ratio of section height to section width of tire.
Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ( ....blank.... ( = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standardsT = Temporary Spare tire31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in)215 = Sect...
Page 110 - —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.
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 carry a load correspondingto its load index under certain operating conditions.—The maximum speed correspon...
Page 111 - DOT; = Department of Transportation; MA; —03 means the 3rd week.
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tirehowever the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white sidewalls will have the full TIN includingdate code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black side...
Page 112 - Some vehicles have a “Tire and Loading Infor-; Tire and Loading Information Placard
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: Some vehicles have a “Tire and Loading Infor- mation” placard located on the driver’s side “B” pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the,1) number of people that can be carried in the...
Page 117 - Tire Inflation Pressures; “B” PILLAR
2. Economy—Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need forearlier tire replacement. Underinflation also increases tirerolling resistance and results in higher fuel consumption. 3. ...
Page 120 - Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
Radial-Ply Tires WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with other types of tireson your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handlepoorly. The instability could cause an accident. Al-ways use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in caseof trucks with dual rear wheels). Never combinethem with other ty...
Page 121 - Tire Spinning
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount aconventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since thewheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not takeyour vehicle through an automatic car wash with thecompact spare installed. Dama...
Page 123 - Alignment And Balance; Poor suspension alignment may result in:
WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combina-tions of unapproved tires and wheels may changesuspension dimensions and performance charac-teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han-dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can causeun...
Page 124 - Low Tire Indicator; The “run flat” feature eliminates the need for a
Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration andavoid tire cupping and spotty wear. Low Tire Pressure (LTP) System Low Tire Indicator The Low Tire indicator in the Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) of...
Page 129 - Sulfur In Gasoline; If the Malfunction Indicator light or Service; Materials Added to Fuel
Sulfur In Gasoline Your vehicle may have been designed to meet Californialow emission standards on clean burning, low sulfur,California gasoline. Gasoline sold outside of California isallowed to have higher sulfur levels that may affect theperformance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter. Thismay c...
Page 130 - VEHICLE LOADING; Luggage; TRAILER TOWING; Trailer towing with your Viper is not recommended.
WARNING! Remove the fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap) slowlyto prevent fuel spray from the filler neck that maycause injury. The volatility of some gasolines maycause a buildup of pressure in the fuel tank that mayincrease while you drive the vehicle. This pressurecan result in a spray of gasoline...
Page 131 - WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS m Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 m If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 m Jump-Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 m Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 ▫ Tract...
Page 132 - HAZARD WARNING FLASHER; With extended use, the flasher may run down; IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS; Slow down and use the highest; In city traffic —; While stopped, put the transmission
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on the top of the steeringcolumn, just behind the steering wheel. Depress the flasher button and all front and rear directionalsignals will flash. Depress the flasher button again to turnthe flashers off. Do not use this emergency warning system when thev...
Page 133 - In city traffic—; While moving, shift into the highest
• 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 conditioneris on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat tothe cooling system and turning off the ...
Page 134 - JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalyticconverter and once the engine has started, igniteand damage the converter and vehicle. If thevehicle has a discharged battery, booster cablesmay be used to obtain a...
Page 137 - DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
and the other end to the engine of the other vehicle. Makesure that you have a good contact on the engines. NOTE: When using another vehicle as the power source, turn off all accessories. 8. Turn off the Theft Security System. NOTE: If system is not turned off, the Theft System electronics will prev...
Page 138 - FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
• Slow down during rainstorms or when roads areslushy. • Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. CAUTION! Driving your Viper through deep puddles at speedsover 5 mph, may cause water to be ingested into theengine. This can cause severe engine damage. • Replace tires when tread wear indicato...
Page 139 - TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Do not tow with sling type equipment. Only use flat bedequipment. Always comply with applicable state or localtowing ordinances. CAUTION! Towing with equipment other than flat bed typesmay damage your vehicle. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 139 6
Page 141 - MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE; Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 152
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS m 8.3L Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 m Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) . . . . . . . . . 145 m Emissions Inspection And MaintenancePrograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 m Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 144 - L ENGINE COMPARTMENT
8.3L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 144 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Page 146 - Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to passan inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection andMaintenance) requirement, this check verifies...
Page 147 - REPLACEMENT PARTS; Use of genuine Mopar; DEALER SERVICE
ignition key or start the engine. This means that yourvehicle’s OBD system is not ready and you should notproceed to the I/M station. b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fullyilluminated until you turn off the ignition key or startthe engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD systemis ...
Page 148 - Intentional tampering with emissions control; MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessedagainst you. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Do only that service work for whichyou have the knowledge and the proper equipment.If you have any doubt about yo...
Page 152 - Drive Belts — Check Condition and Tension
present a problem to the environment. Contact yourdealer, service station, or governmental agency for adviceon how and where used oil can be safely discarded inyour area. Engine Oil FilterThe engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filterat every engine oil change. Engine Oil Filter Selectio...
Page 153 - Catalytic Converter
Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuelonly. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of thecatalyst as an emission control device. Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-portant to keep ...
Page 154 - Ignition Wiring System and Ignition Timing
WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle inareas where your exhaust system can contact any-thing that can burn. In unusual situatio...
Page 155 - Ignition timing cannot be set on this vehicle.; Crankcase Emission Control System
Manual for the proper procedure to be followed forchecking ignition cable resistance. Cracked, damaged, orfaulty cables should be replaced. Because of the plastic body shell on your Viper, ignitioncables should be replaced with the specially designed RFIcables available at your dealer. Ignition timi...
Page 156 - Maintenance-Free Battery; To service the battery:
Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor isperiodic maintenance required. The battery is in a compartment inside the trunk on theleft side. To service the battery: 1. Locate the battery compartment inside the trunk...
Page 157 - Install the battery cover and tighten down the screws.
10. Tighten the positive battery post and then tighten thenegative battery post. 11. Install the battery cover and tighten down the screws. WARNING! Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid tocontact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean o...
Page 158 - Battery Save Feature; This vehicle is designed to sit in storage for up
CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that you attach the positive cable to thepositive post and the negative cable to the negativepost. Battery posts are marked positive (+) andnegative (-) and identified on the battery case. Cableclamps should be tight on the terminal po...
Page 160 - Air Conditioner; If air conditioning operation seems to be lower
1. Press the driver’s door exterior handle to wake up thevehicle. 2. If the door does not open (vehicle is armed) press theremote keyless entry unlock button to unlock the vehicle. 3. Press the driver’s door exterior handle again to openthe door. 4. Cycle the Ignition to ON/RUN. If the ignition is N...
Page 161 - The fluid should be checked HOT with the engine OFF.
Power Steering (Pump and Reservoir) WARNING! Fluid level should be checked with the engine off toprevent injury from moving parts. Do not overfill.Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid.Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants andGenuine Parts for correct fluid type. Check power steering fluid...
Page 162 - Body Lubrication; Lock; Front and Rear Suspension Ball Joints
dipstick. If necessary, add fluid to restore to the properindicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluidfrom all surfaces. Only petroleum fluids specially formu-lated for minimum effect on the rubber hoses should beused. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid.Refer to Recommended...
Page 165 - Windshield Washers
• Rubber bushings • Starter bearing • Throttle control cable • Water pump bearings Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir in the right side engine compartmentshould be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fillthe reservoir with windshield antifreeze (not radiatorantifreeze). Exhaust System ...
Page 166 - Cooling System; Check the front of the radiator for debris (leaves,
Cooling System WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant orsteam from your radiator. If you see or hear steamcoming from under the hood, don’t open the hooduntil the radiator has had time to cool. Never try toopen a cooling system pressure cap when the radia-tor is hot. InspectionCoo...
Page 168 - It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the
Adding CoolantDO NOT remove the pressure cap when checking cool-ant. When adding coolant or refilling system, a 50%solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in watershould be used. Higher concentrations (not to exceed65%) are required if temperatures below –37°F are antici-pated. Use only high ...
Page 169 - Coolant Level
WARNING! The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on thepressure cap are a safety precaution. Never addcoolant to the radiator when the engine is over-heated. Do not loosen or remove the pressure cap tocool overheated engine. Heat causes pressure tobuild up in the cooling system. To prevent scaldingor in...
Page 170 - Points to Remember; Do not overfill the bottle.; Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
When additional coolant is needed to maintain theproper level, it should be added to the coolant recoverybottle. Points to Remember • Do not overfill the bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the coolant bottle. Ifantifreeze needs to be added, contents of the coolantbottle also must be protected a...
Page 173 - Brake and Clutch Fluid; Clutch Fluid Reservoir
Brake and Clutch Fluid These fluids will tend to absorb moisture from theatmosphere over a period of time. If the fluid becomescontaminated with water, brake or clutch performancewill deteriorate. The brake and clutch fluid must bechanged every two years. CAUTION! Brake fluid can damage the finish o...
Page 174 - Master Cylinder; Brake Fluid Reservoir
Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checkedwhen performing underhood services, or immediately ifthe brake system warning lamp shows system failure. Besure to clean the top of the master cylinder area beforeremoving the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid leve...
Page 176 - Rear Axle
the transmission. The fluid level should be at the bottomof the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain theproper level. Frequency of Fluid ChangeUnder normal operating conditions, the fluid installed atthe factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life ofthe vehicle. If the vehicle...
Page 180 - FUSES — Power Distribution Center
FUSES — Power Distribution Center CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to useonly a fuse having the correct amperage rating. Theuse of a fuse with a rating other than indicated mayresult in a dangerous electrical system overload. If aproperly rated fuse continues to blow, it shows a...
Page 181 - Power Distribution Center
Power Distribution Center Cavity Fuse Circuits 1 Cartridge Fuse 40Amp Batt-Relay Contact, HighBlower Motor Module-ABS Pump Feed 2 Cartridge Fuse 40Amp ABS Pump Feed 3 Cartridge Fuse 30Amp Green Battery 4 Cartridge Fuse 20Amp Yellow Fused Feed to RS Ampli-fier or Power Amplifier 5 Cartridge Fuse 30Am...
Page 183 - VEHICLE STORAGE
Cavity Fuse Circuits 68, 69 Mini Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Left HID Headlamp 70, 71 Mini Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Right HID Headlamp 72-76 MICRO RELAY Batt-Run/Acc Relay 82-86 MICRO RELAY Heated Rear Window(EBL) Relay 87-91 MICRO RELAY Batt-Motor, Fuel PumpRelay VEHICLE STORAGE We recommend that you follow these...
Page 187 - EXTERIOR LIGHT BULB SERVICE
EXTERIOR LIGHT BULB SERVICE Headlight, Parking, Front Park, Turn Signal, FrontSidemarker and Front Fog Light Removal 1. Remove the splash shield. 2. Twist off sockets counter-clockwise and pull out bulbsfrom the socket, install the new bulbs, and reinstall thebulb and socket assembly. Replace the sp...
Page 188 - On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-; High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID); If High Intensity Discharge (HID) lights are not
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turnedon there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes andbecomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, asthe system charges. High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) The headlights are a ...
Page 194 - Aiming Check; Then readjust the headlights to the original position.
Aiming Check Each headlight assembly can be adjusted up and downonly. No left to right adjustment is necessary. To check,proceed as follows: 1. Fill the fuel tank and park the vehicle on level ground.A driveway is not normally level. If in doubt and youhave no way to check levelness, do not attempt ...
Page 195 - * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 18 Gallons 68 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 8.3 Liter Engine 10 Quarts 9.5 Liters Cooling System* 8.3 Liter Engine 16 Quarts 15 Liters * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 195 7
Page 196 - Component
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar t Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/102,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) Engine Oil Use API Certified. Refer to oil viscosity chart for correct SAE grade. Engin...
Page 199 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 200 m Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 ▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 ▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 8 M A I N T...
Page 200 - EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE; must be done at the times or mileages specified to; service for your vehicle.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in boldtype must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emissioncontrol system. These, and all other maintenance servicesincluded in this manual, should be done to p...
Page 203 - Extensive engine idling.
SCHEDULE “B” Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicleunder one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C). • Stop and go driving. • Extensive engine idling. • Driving in dusty conditions. • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km). • More ...
Page 204 - Miles; Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X Change the rear axle fluid. X Inspect and replace, if necessary, the aircleaner filter. X Lubricate the fro...
Page 210 - Replace the spark plugs.
SCHEDULE “A” Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (19 000) (29 000) (38 000) (48 000) (58 000) [Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X Change the rear axle fluid. X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Lubricate the front...
Page 212 - Change the rear axle fluid.
Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (115 000) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (163 000) [Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings. X X Inspect and replace, if necessary, the engine airclean...
Page 213 - ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
* This maintenance is recommended by DaimlerChryslerCorporation to the owner but is not required to maintainthe warranty on the PCV orifice. ‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced. Inspection and service should also be performed anytimea malfunction is observed or suspected. Retai...
Page 215 - IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE; Mopar
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS m Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 ▫ Be Reasonable ...
Page 220 - A street address is required when ordering
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If youbelieve that your vehicle has a defect which could causea crash or cause injury or death, you should immediatelyinform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If...
Page 223 - Temperature Grades
Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat andits ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.Sustained high temperature can cause the material of ...
Page 225 - INDEX
Page 232 - Schedule
Schedule 9 B 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Malfunction Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76,146Manual, Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . ....
Page 236 - Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222Upholstery Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
