Dodge 2010 Viper - Manual

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler GroupLLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precisionworkmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - allessentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-tance of service and engi...

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If youdo not read this entire manual, you may miss importantinforma...

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriously affect its roadworthiness and safety andmay lead to an accident resulting in serious injury ordeath. 1 INTRODUCTION 7

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ▫ ...

▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 䡵 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ▫ Manual Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ▫ Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 䡵 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks witheither side up. The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle hasthe key code numbers for your vehicle’s locks. Thesenumbers can be used to order duplicate keys from yourauthorized dealer or a locksmith. Ask your a...

NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature allows you to operate the radio and the power windows for twominutes after turning OFF the ignition switch. Removingthe key from the ignition switch and opening the driver’sdoor will cancel this feature. Your authorized dealershipcan enable or disable the Powe...

To Arm the System Remove the key from the ignition switch and either pressa power door LOCK switch while the driver’s or passen-ger’s door is open or press the LOCK button on theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. After the lastdoor is closed, or if all doors are closed, the system willarm itsel...

To Disarm the System There are two ways to disarm the system: • Use the key to unlock the driver’s door. The door lockis located on the outside door panel beneath themirror. • Press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.The front and rear park lights and the turn signallights will flash to acknow...

Electronic Immobilization System — Canada Only The Electronic Immobilization system prevents unautho-rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. Thesystem does not need to be armed or activated. Operationis automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is lockedor unlocked. To Arm the System The...

ILLUMINATED ENTRY The interior lights will turn on whenever a door isopened or the liftgate is opened (Coupe models) and thedimmer switch is not in the defeat position. The interior lights will turn on, remain on for approxi-mately 30 seconds, and then fade to off if any of thefollowing occur: • A d...

To Unlock the Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKEtransmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice tounlock both doors. The park lights and turn signal lightswill flash to acknowledge the signal and the illuminatedentry system will turn on. In addition, the words DOOR UNLOCKED w...

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, bypressing the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitterwith the ignition in the OFF/LOCK position, and the keyremoved. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature toits previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- te...

To Lock the Doors Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-ter to lock the doors. The horn will chirp once and thepark lights and turn signal lights will flash to acknowl-edge the signal. Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doorsare locked ...

Using the Panic Alarm The Panic Alarm unlocks the driver’s door, turns on theinterior lights, flashes the park lights and fog lights, andsounds the horn. The Panic Alarm will not work whendriving the vehicle. To turn the Panic Alarm on or off, press and hold thePANIC button on the RKE transmitter fo...

3. Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least fiveseconds, but no longer then 10 seconds on a previouslyprogrammed RKE transmitter. Then, press the PANICbutton while still holding the UNLOCK button. 4. Release both buttons at the same time. A chime willsound to signal that the programming feature...

1. Separate the two halves of the RKE transmitter with acoin or similar object. 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching thenew battery with your fingers. Skin oils may causebattery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it withrubbing alcohol. 3. To assemble the RKE transmitter case,...

can affect transmitter operation. To verify if this is thecause, move the vehicle to another area and test RKEtransmitter operation. 2. The RKE transmitter may become “out of sync” andwill no longer function if operated more than 255 timeswhile out of range of the vehicle (23 ft or 7 m) or ifoperate...

WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leavingunattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for anumber of reasons. A child or others could beinjured seriously or fatally. Don’t leave the key inthe ignition. A child could operate power win-dows, other controls, or move the v...

Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each door trim panel. Usethis switch to lock or unlock the doors. NOTE: To prevent you from accidentally locking your keys in the vehicle, the power door locks will not operateif the key is in the ignition and the driver’s door is open. Electronic Door...

NOTE: Input from the door handles is ignored once the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h). Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled ordisabled as follows: 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between ON/RU...

• Windows cannot be driven up during Power Acces-sory Delay with a door open. Furthermore, openingthe door will stop the window movement immediatelyif the window is in the process of going up. • The window will lower slightly if it is closed com-pletely when opening the door. The window willreturn t...

To open the window to a desired position, press and holdthe WINDOW switch in the first detent. Release theswitch when you want the window to stop. 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 w...

You can also unlatch the trunk lid with the key. The keycylinder is located on the trunk lid. The word “DECK” will flash in the odometer when thetrunk lid is open. With the key in the ignition switch, thisdisplay will turn off approximately 40 seconds afterswitching OFF the ignition, or if the Power...

Trunk Emergency Release The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergencyrelease handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkenedtrunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety f...

way out and then adjusting the belt to the desiredlength to restrain a child seat or secure a large item ina seat — if equipped If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sizedseat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tetherfor CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to holdinf...

WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a singleseat belt. People belted together can crash into oneanother in an accident, hurting one another badly.Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for morethan one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Inst...

4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion couldride too high on your body, possibly causinginternal injuries. Always buckle your belt in...

WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger-ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces ofthe vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neckinjury. A belt worn under the arm can causeinternal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulderbones. Wear the belt over your...

4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, butdo not start the engine. Wait for the Seat Belt ReminderLight to turn off and then proceed to the next step. NOTE: You must perform the following steps within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUNposition. 5. Within 60 seconds ...

How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward untilthe entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you willhear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt isnow in the Aut...

Driver and Passenger Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle is equipped with airbags for the driver andpassenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraintsystems. The driver’s airbag is mounted in the steeringwheel. The passenger’s airbag is mounted underneath acover in the passe...

− Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light − Flex Mat Here are some simple steps you can take to minimizethe risk of harm from a deploying airbag: 1. An infant up to one year or approximately 20 lbs (9 kg)should never ride in the vehicle because in the event of acrash, the rear-facing child s...

8. Read the instructions provided with your child re-straint to make sure that you are using it properly. 9. Read the instructions provided with your child safetyseat or booster seat to make sure that you are using itproperly. 10. All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap andshoulder belts properly...

WARNING! Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru-ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags toprotect you in a collision. If the light does not comeon, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comeson as you drive, have the airbag system checked rightaway. Driver Airbag/Passenge...

vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. The AirbagWarning Light will turn on whenever there is a faultpresent, which can affect the operation of the airbagsystem. If there is a fault present in the OCS, both thePAD Indicator Light and the Airbag Warning Light willilluminate to show that the pas...

The passenger airbag will not be enabled for most anysize child who is seated properly in the passenger seatand for most properly installed child restraint systems.However, under certain conditions, even with a properlyinstalled child restraint system, the PAD Indicator Lightmay not be on, even thou...

proper airbag deployment. Do not make any modifica-tions to the passenger seat components, assembly, or tothe seat cover. If the seat, trim cover, or cushion needsservice for any reason, take the vehicle to your autho-rized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accesso-ries may be used. The follow...

If a Deployment Occurs The airbags are designed to deflate immediately afterdeployment. NOTE: Front airbags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbagsystem. If you do have a collision, which deploys the airbags, anyor all of the following may occur: • T...

WARNING! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannotprotect you in another collision. Have the airbags,seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seatbelt retractor assembly replaced by an authorizeddealer as soon as possible. Also, have the OccupantRestraint Controller System serviced...

WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad-vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflateaccidentally or may not function properly if modi-fications are made. Take your vehicle to an autho-rized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser-vice. If your seat including your trim c...

NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant RestraintController (ORC) may also be disabled. The airbags maynot be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptlycheck the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the labellocated on the inside of the fu...

The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighingmore than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fitthe vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sitwith knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while thechild’s back is against the seat back, they should use abelt-positi...

WARNING! Improper installation can lead to failure of a childrestraint. It could come loose in a collision. The childcould be injured badly or killed. Follow the manu-facturer’s directions exactly when installing a childrestraint. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your childrestraint: • ...

To attach a child restraint tether strap: 1. Move the seat forward. 2. Move the seatback to its full forward position. 3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying eitherside with a screwdriver or similar tool, as shown. NOTE: While the child tether is in use, keep the access cover in a safe pl...

4. Tighten the lap portion of the belt and allow the excesswebbing to retract back to the retractor. If it still does notmake the child restraint secure, then secure the childrestraint with the Child Restraint Tether Anchor. NOTE: Once the belt is in Automatic Locking Mode, you will not be able to p...

• 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 (kilometers) of operation. Thisshould be considered a normal part of the break-in andnot interpreted as a sign of difficulty. SAFETY TIPS Transporti...

Exhaust Gas WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbonmonoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.Breathing it can make you unconscious and caneventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)follow these safety tips: Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confinedareas a...

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Convertible Top Operation — If Equipped . . . . . 71 ▫ To Lower The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 ▫ To Raise The Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 ▫ Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation —If Equipped . . . . . ...

9. Push the leading edge of the top downward to engagethe downstack latch. 10. Close the trunk. To Raise the Top 1. Lower the window in each door at least one inch. 2. Lower both sun visors. 3. Open the trunk. 4. Press downward on the convertible top and then pressthe lever behind the driver seat to...

8. Ensure that the outboard locating pins are in theirrespective receiving holes in the windshield header andthen push the latch handle forward all the way to closethe latch. NOTE: Until the convertible top system has had ad- equate time to break-in, it may take a greater effort toengage the latch h...

10. Push downward on the boot cover behind driver seatto lock down the boot cover. 11. Stretch and smooth out the boot cover from the rearof vehicle. 12. Close the trunk. 13. Ensure that the forward edge of the boot cover istucked in fully. Locking Boot Cover 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEH...

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 store it in thetrunk or a secure dry area. 10. Close the trunk. Folding Outer Edges Folding Boot Cover 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rearwindow. A pivot system allows for horizontal and verti-cal mirror adjustment. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the smallcontrol under the mirror to the night position (toward therear of the vehicle). The ...

NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of thelane next to your vehicle. WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger sideconvex mirror will look smaller and farther awaythan they really are. Relying too much on yourpassenge...

NOTE: When not in use, return the power mirror switch to the neutral (off) position to prevent accidental mirrormovement. SEATS Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint Systemof the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safeoperation of the vehicle. WARNING! • DO NOT allow people to r...

WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seatcould cause you to lose control. The seat belt mightnot be properly adjusted and you could be injured.Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that...

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Reach into the lower right grille opening and pull theprimary hood latch forward. 2. Raise the front of the hood slightly and push the safetycatch handle to the right. The safety catch handle islocated under the front edge ...

NOTE: Assist props will raise the hood to a normal usage position. If greater access is required, the hood maybe pushed up at the front, raising the hood beyond theinitial opening height. CAUTION! • Do not leave the hood open in areas where stronggusts of wind are likely. Such a place might be bythe...

Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detentfor parking light operation. Turn the end of the lever tothe second detent for headlight operation. Headlight Time Delay This feature is particularly useful when exiting yourvehicle in an unlit area. It provides...

Daytime Running Lights The fog lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights,whenever the ignition switch is ON, the headlights areoff, and the parking brake is off. The headlight switchmust be used for normal night time driving. NOTE: This feature is standard on all Canadian vehicles and cannot be ...

NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head- lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights willturn off the fog lights. Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever upward or downward andthe corresponding turn signal indicator on the instru-ment panel will flash to show proper operation o...

Courtesy lights are also found in the driver’s foot well,the passenger’s foot well, and in the liftgate on Coupemodels. You can turn this light on and off from thedimmer control in the multifunction lever. This light isalso controlled automatically by the Illuminated Entrysystem. Battery Saver Featu...

Instrument Panel Dimming With the parking lights or headlightson, rotate the dimmer control upwardto increase the brightness of the instru-ment panel lights or rotate it down-ward to decrease the brightness of theinstrument panel lights. Interior Light (ON) Rotate the dimmer control completelyupward...

WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving.Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-ing with the steering column unlocked, could causethe driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure thesteering column is locked before driving your ve-hicle. Failure to follow this warning ...

ADJUSTABLE PEDALS This feature allows the driver to move the clutch, brakeand accelerator pedals about 3 in (72 mm) forward orrearward to allow for greater driving comfort. The ad-justable pedals switch is recessed into the knee bolsterbeneath the steering column. To adjust the pedals: 1. Adjust the...

CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedalsor impede its ability to move as it may cause damageto the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in theadjustable pedal’s path. WARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is movi...

3. Slide the pedal either forward or backward and rotateit upward or downward as desired. 4. Tighten the nut, being careful not to over tighten it. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) poweroutlets that can be used to power cellular phones, smallelectronics and oth...

NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) powerrating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system willneed to be replaced. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type ofoutlet should be inserted into ...

CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in drawpower from the vehicle’s battery, even when not inuse (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, ifplugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery willdischarge sufficiently to degrade battery lifeand/or prevent the engine from starting. • Accesso...

STORAGE A glove box storage compartment is located on thepassenger side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the handle/latch to open this compart-ment. Glove Box Storage Compartment Opening Glove Box Storage Compartment 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103

REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on theclimate control panel. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors(if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminatewhen the rear window defroster is on. The ...

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Message Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 ▫ Gaug...

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Speedometer/Odometer 13 — Climate Control 2 — Sound System Speaker 8 — Oil Pressure Gauge 14 — ENGINE START Button 3 — Main Message Center 9 — Passenger Airbag Off Light 15 — Voltage Gauge 4 — Fuel Gauge 10 — Passenger Airbag 16 — Engine Coolant Temperatu...

Front Fog Light Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the front foglights are on. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light The amber Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light willturn on and stay on briefly as a bulb checkwhen the ignition is first turned on. If the lightdoes not turn on during starting, see...

does not come on when turning the key from OFF/LOCKto ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light afterengine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the lightremains on through several of your ...

NOTE: Leaving the hazard flashers on for extended periods will wear down the battery. Airbag Warning Light This light will turn on for six to eight secondsas a bulb check when the ignition switch is firstturned on. If the light does not turn on duringstarting, remains on after starting, or turns on ...

CAUTION! The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) has beenoptimized for the original equipment tires andwheels. The TPMS pressures have been establishedfor the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesir-able operation or sensor damage may result whenusing replacement equipment that is not of the sam...

Oil Temperature Gauge This gauge shows the oil temperature. Thegauge pointer will likely show higher tempera-tures when driving in hot weather, up moun-tain grades, or in heavy stop and go traffic. If the red Warning Light remains on after the bulb check orturns on while driving, safely bring the ve...

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 pe-riods of high G force cornering. Voltage Gauge This gauge shows the electrical system voltage.The normal operating voltage is from 12 to14 Volts with the...

Clock Setting Procedure 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN or ACCposition. 2. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object,press either the H (HOUR) or M (MINUTE) button on theradio. The display will show the time. 3. Press the “H” button to set hours or the “M” button toset minutes. ...

Tuning Press the TUNE control up or down to increase ordecrease the frequency. If you press and hold the button,the radio will continue to tune until you release thebutton. The frequency will be displayed and continu-ously updated while the button is pressed. Balance The Balance control adjusts the ...

both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FMstations to be locked into memory. You can recall thestations stored in SET 2 memory by pressing the push-button twice. To Change from Clock to Radio Mode Press the TIME button to change the display betweenradio frequency and time. General Inform...

Inserting The Compact Disc CAUTION! This CD player will accept only 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discsonly. The use of other sized discs may damage theCD player mechanism. You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF. If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioOFF, the display will show ...

The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 • Maximum number of files: 255 • Maximum number of folders: 100 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator ⬙ . ⬙ and a 3-character extension) • Level 2: 31 (i...

MPEG Specification Sampling Frequency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,192, 160, 128, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32 MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 24, 22.05, 16 160, 128, 144, 112, 96, 80, 64, 56, 48, 40, 32, 24, 16, 8 ID3 Tag information for artist, song title and album...

Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia(Satellite Radio) Mode — (If Equipped) Refer to the Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio)section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Video EntertainmentSystem (VES)™ (If Equipped) Refer to 6 Disc CD/DVD Changer (RDV) section of theOwner’s Man...

erase any AM or FM pre-set memory stations. Follow thememory pre-set procedures that apply to your radio. Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (IfEquipped) Follow the PTY button instructions that apply to yourradio. PTY (SCAN) Button When the desired program type is obtained, press theSCAN button wit...

• Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in theform of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings cancause intermittent reception. • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna cancause signal blockage. RADIO ANTENNA The radio antenna is located in the windshie...

RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on inyour vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance fromyour radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminatedby relocating the cellular phone antenna. This conditionis not harmful to the radio. If your rad...

Blower 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 (Off)position to shut off the fan and toprevent any outside air from entering the vehicle. This also turns off the...

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in this mode. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind-shield. To improve fuel economy, leave in the Defrostmode only when necessary. Air Conditioning Control With the fan control in the ON position, push theA/C button to turn on the air condition...

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ Normal Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 ▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 ▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 䡵 Manual...

6. Press the red ENGINE START button located on theinstrument panel. Release the button when the enginestarts. If Engine Fails to Start CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank theengine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to15 seconds before trying again. WARNING! • Never pou...

WARNING! (Continued) • 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 start from a...

into REVERSE with the ignition key OFF. This isnormal operation of the transmission reverse inhibitorsystem. • Shifting gears during cold weather may require anincreased effort until the transmission lubricant iswarm. This is normal and not harmful to the transmis-sion. • Due to the high performance...

Skip Shift Indicator Light There are times when you must shift the transmis-sion directly from first gear into fourth gear instead of from first gear into second gear. This is to help you getthe best possible fuel economy from your vehicle. Thisoccurs when engine coolant is higher than 106°F (41°C),...

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration WARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.You could lose control of the vehicle and possiblyhave an accident. Accelerate slowly and carefullywhenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice,snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.). Traction Whe...

checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises areapparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho-rized dealer. CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your power steeringsystem as the chemicals can damage your powersteering components....

To apply the parking brake, grasp the handle and pull itrearward until you feel resistance. To release the parkingbrake, grasp the handle and pull it slightly while pressingthe button on the end of the handle. When the button dropsinto the handle (releasing the lock), guide the handle down-ward to i...

BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulicbrake systems. If either of the two hydraulicsystems loses normal capability, the remainingsystem will still function. However, there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You maynotice increased pedal travel during application, ...

NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard.This is normal, indicating that the ABS is functioning. The ABS conducts a low-speed self-test at about 12 mph(20 km/h). If you have your foot lightly on the brakewhile this test is occurring, yo...

NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire 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 tire sizing is based on Europeandesign standards. Tires designed to this standard haveth...

Tire 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.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = S...

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 correspo...

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. Tireswith white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including thedate code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of bl...

Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body locatedbetween the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) runningfrom the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after th...

Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 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 vehicle2) total weigh...

Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceedthe load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Youwill not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if youadhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tireinflation pressures specified on the Tire and LoadingInformation pl...

WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some-one. DO NOT spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 secondscontinuously when you are stuck, and do not...

Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varyingfactors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result i...

WARNING! • DO NOT use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinationsof unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-pension dimensions and performance characteris-tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, andbraking of your vehicle. This can cause unp...

TIRE CHAINS Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom-mended. CAUTION! Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains areused. SNOW TIRES There are no snow tires that are compatible with thewheels on this vehicle. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles...

Rotate the tires “side-to-side” as shown in the diagram. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) Low Tire Indicator If tire pressure falls below 23 psi (159 kpa), the “Low TirePressure Telltale” in the Message Center will illuminate,a chime will sound, and the words “LOW TIRE” willflash slowly in the Li...

CAUTION! The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) has beenoptimized for the original equipment tires andwheels. The TPMS pressures have been establishedfor the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesir-able operation or sensor damage may result whenusing replacement equipment that is not of the sam...

The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso-lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro-vide excellent performance and durability of engine andfuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy-genates such as 10% ethanol, MT...

To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once withE-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) • change the engine oil and oil filter • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset theengine controller memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolong...

Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’sperformance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-mance, or damage the emission control system. • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignitionmalfuncti...

NOTE: • Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound.This is an indication that the gas cap is tightenedproperly. The “Malfunction Indicator Light” in theinstrument cluster may turn on if the gas cap is notsecured properly. Make sure that the gas cap is tight-ened each time the vehicle is r...

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 䡵 If Your Engine Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 䡵 TIREFIT Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 ▫ TIREFIT Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 ▫ TIREFIT...

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The Hazard Warning flasher switch is on the top of thesteering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warningflasher. When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming trafficof an emergenc...

TIREFIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Pressure Gauge 3. Power Button 4. Mode Select Knob TIREFIT Location 192 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

5. Power Plug and Cable 6. Air Pump Hose (Black) 7. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap) 8. Accessory Storage Compartment Using the Mode Select Knob and Hoses Selecting Air Mode Turn the Mode Select knob (4) to this positionfor air pump operation only. Use the Black AirPump Hose (6) when selecting t...

the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once thesealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properlydiscarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stemon the wheel is free of debris before connecting theTIREFIT kit. • You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycletires. The kit ...

Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT (A) Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT: 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn ON the vehicle’sHazard Warning flashers. 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with thedeflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses (6) and...

(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant into the deflatedtire: • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE-FIT kit. NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shifter in NEUTRAL. • After pressing the Power Button (3), the sealant (whitefluid) will flow from the Sea...

If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the clear Sealant Hose (7): 1. Continue to operate pump until sealant is no longerflowing through hose (typically takes 30 - 70 seconds). Asthe sealant flows through hose (7), the pressure gauge (2)can read as high as 70 psi (5 Bar). The pressure gauge ...

If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar) , the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehiclefurther. Call for assistance. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: 1. Press the power button (3) to on and inflate the tire tothe pressure indicated on the tire and loadi...

4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous-ing. 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) to the housing sothat the Clear Sealant Hose (7) aligns with the hose slot inthe front of the housing and the alignment keys on thebottom of the bottle align with the alignment slots in thehousing. Then,...

6. If you are jump-starting your vehicle, connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end of the same cableto the remote jump-start positive post (+) . 7. If you are jump-starting another vehicle, connect one end of a jumper cable to the r...

WARNING! • You should not try to start your vehicle by pushingor towing. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of thedischarge battery. The resulting electrical sparkcould cause the battery to explode. • During cold weather when temperatures are be-low freezing point, electrolyte in a disc...

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, itcan often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn yoursteering wheel right and left to clear the area around thefront wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-VERSE and FIRST gear. Using the least accelerator pedalpressure...

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Only use flatbedequipment. Always comply with applicable state or localtowing ordinances. CAUTION! Towing with equipment other than flatbed types maydamage your vehicle. 206 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 8.4L . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) . . . . . . . 210 䡵 Emissions Inspection And MaintenancePrograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 䡵 Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

▫ Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 ▫ Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection FromCorrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 ▫ Aero Group — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 䡵 Fuses ....

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 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 Fill 4 — Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post 9 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Washer Fluid Re...

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 that require an Inspection and Mainte-nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Ma...

your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attemptingany procedure yourself. NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civilpenalties being assessed against you. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around amotor vehicle. Only d...

CAUTION! (Continued) • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluidsthat protect the performance and durability ofyour vehicle and also allow extended maintenanceintervals. Do not use chemical flushes in thesecomponents as the chemicals can damage yourengine, transmission, power steering or air c...

The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommendedengine oil viscosity for your engine. For information onengine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for furtherinformation. Synthetic Engine Oils You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-...

Engine Air Cleaner Filter For normal driving conditions, inspect and replace theengine air cleaner filter at the intervals shown on “Main-tenance Schedule A.” For vehicles driven frequently industy or under severe conditions, inspect and replace theengine air cleaner filter at the intervals shown on...

Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanentlysealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodicmaintenance required. The battery is located underneath an access panel insidethe rear compartment on the left side of the vehicle. Aremote battery terminal is loca...

WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and canburn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluidto contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not leanover a battery when attaching clamps. If acidsplashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-diately with large amounts of water. • Batt...

CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is attached tothe negative post. Battery posts are marked posi-tive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on thebattery case. Cable clamps should be tig...

To Activate the Battery Save Feature 1. Insert the key into the ignition switch. 2. Cycle the ignition switch from OFF/LOCK to ACCfour times. Leave the switch in the OFF/LOCK positionafter the fourth cycle. 3. Push the driver’s power door lock switch in the updirection. A single chime will sound and...

2. Insert the key into the ignition switch. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. TheBattery Save Feature will turn off. NOTE: If the ignition switch is NOT turned to ON/ RUN position, the Battery Save Feature will be enabled45 seconds after the driver’s door is closed. Air Conditioner...

WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants areflammable and can explode, injuring you. Otherunapproved refrigerants or lubricants can causethe system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer t...

concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust andgrit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should beremoved. Particular attention should also be given tohood latching components to insure proper function.When performing other underhood services, the hoodlatch, release mechanism and safety catch...

reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir withwindshield washer solvent (not engine coolant (anti-freeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flushout the residual water. WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solventsare flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Caremus...

CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use withPropylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti-freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol based enginecoolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant (antifreeze) that allows e...

Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-cording to the temperatures occurring in the area wherethe vehicle is operated. NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) a...

Disposal of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) isa regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Checkwith your local authorities to determine the disposalrules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol basedengin...

If an examination of your engine compartment shows noevidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may besafely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in thecoolant bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze...

WARNING! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure andpossibly an accident. Driving with your foot restingor riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormallyhigh brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, andpossible brake damage. You would not have your fullbraking capacity in an emergency. Mas...

Change Clutch Fluid Clutch fluid will tend to absorb moisture from theatmosphere over time. If the fluid becomes contaminatedwith water, clutch performance will deteriorate. There-fore, the clutch fluid must be changed at the intervalsspecified in “Maintenance Schedule.” Refer to “Mainte-nance Sched...

The following maintenance recommendations will enableyou to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosionresistance built into your vehicle. Washing • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve-hicle in the shade using MOPAR 威 Car Wash or equiva- lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels...

Leather or Vinyl Seat/Trim Care and Cleaning Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with adamp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as anabrasive and damage the leather surface and should beremoved immediately with a damp cloth. Stubborn soilscan be removed easily with a soft cloth and...

If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR 威 Total Clean or equivalent, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Donot remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if thebuckles do not work properly. Dry with a soft tissue. Aero Group — If Equipped Pl...

2. Rear Wing Do not operate the vehicle with the rear wing removed.The aerodynamic balance of this set up is unstable andcan cause a loss of control. WARNING! Use extra caution when closing the rear deck lid onthe ARY convertible. Due to the added weight of therear wing the deck lid will close at a ...

The rear wing is molded with unidirectional carbon fiberand painted in body color. Some patterned or linearconditions may be visible in the painted carbon fibersurfaces. This is also a normal result of the carbon fiberprocess. FUSES Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located ...

CAUTION! • When installing the Power Distribution Centercover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do somay allow water to get into the Power DistributionCenter, and possibly result in an electrical systemfailure. • When replacing a blown fuse, i...

CAUTION! • When installing the Mini-Power DistributionCenter cover, it is important to ensure the cover isproperly positioned and fully latched. Failure todo so may allow water to get into the PowerDistribution Center, and possibly result in anelectrical system failure. • When replacing a blown fuse...

BULB REPLACEMENT Auxiliary High Beam Headlamp, Front Park/TurnSignal Lamp, Front Side Marker Lamp 1. Remove the push pin from the upper outer corner ofthe splash shield and remove the splash shield. 2. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headl...

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-lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 6. Install the splash shield and push pin. High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) The headlamps are...

Front Fog Lamp 1. Remove the push pin from the upper outer corner ofthe splash shield and remove the splash shield. 2. Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise,and then pull it out of the front fog lamp assembly. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly. 4. Push the replacement bulb int...

Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp, Rear Marker Lamp 1. Open the trunk 2. Remove the two fasteners and then remove the accesspanel. 3. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun-terclockwise, and then pull it out of the upper lampassembly. 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket assembly. 1 — Rear Marker L...

5. Push the replacement bulb into the socket assembly. 6. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the upperlamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 7. Install the access panel and the two fasteners. 8. Close the trunk. Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp, Rear Marker Lamp(Coupe Models) For bulb replaceme...

3. Remove the three upper lamp assembly retaining nuts. 4. Remove the three bulb and socket assemblies from theupper lamp assembly by turning them counterclockwiseand then pulling them out of the upper lamp assembly. 258 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

License Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2. Turn the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise,and then pull it out of the housing. 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 hous-ing, and then turn it...

FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 16 Gallons 60.6 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 8.4 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 11 Quarts 10.4 Liters Cooling System * 8.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR 威 Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 16 Quarts 15 Liters * Includ...

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 266 䡵 Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 ▫ Maintenance Schedule B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 ▫ Maintenance Schedule A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E DU L...

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 notreplaced at 3 months. X X X X X X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 X X X Inspect and replace the air cleaner filter, ifnecessary. X Inspect the transmissi...

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 notreplaced at 3 months. X X X X X X Rotate the tires. 〫〫 X X X Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner fil-ter, if necessary. X Inspect a...

Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) Change the rear axle fluid. X X Change the brake fluid. X Change the brake and clutch fluid. X Lubricate the front and rear suspension balljoints. X 8 M A I N TE N A N C E SC H E D...

Miles 96,000 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000 (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. 〫〫 X X X X X Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, ifnecessary. X Inspec...

Miles 96,000 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000 (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 balljoints. X ‡ Th...

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 ▫ Prepare For The Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . 289 ▫ Prepare A List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 ▫ Be Reasonable With R...

This is why you should always talk to an authorizeddealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re-solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to thegeneral manager or owner of the authorized dealer-ship. They want to know if you need assistance. • If an a...

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customercenter. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, whohas access to a TDD or a...

We appreciate that you have made a major investmentwhen you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealerhas also made a major investment in facilities, tools, andtraining to assure that you are absolutely delighted withthe ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with theirsincere efforts to resolve a...

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists ina group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you, your authorizeddealer, and the manufacturer. To con...

Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heatand its ability to dissipate heat, when tested undercontrolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause thematerial o...

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . 23Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202,218Saving Feature (Protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220Storing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215,262Engine Oil Viscosity Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31,65,185,225 Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . ...

Loading Vehicle Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2...

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Windows, Express Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Pretensioners Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Programming Transmitters(Remo...

Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . 13 Vinyl Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241Viscosity, Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215,262Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Warning Flasher, Hazard . . ....

V i p e r Chrysler Group LLC O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L 2 0 1 0 2010 Viper 10ZB27-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.