DODGE VIPER 2009 ZB II / 2.G Owners Manual

Interior Light Defeat (OFF)
Rotate the dimmer control to the ex-
treme bottom OFF position. The inte-
rior lights will remain off when the
doors are open.
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control to the first
detent (white semi-circle). This feature
brightens the odometer and radio dis-
play when the parking lights or head-
lights are on during daylight
conditions.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is on
the right side of the steering column.
From the off position, push the windshield wiper/
washer control lever upward to the first detent past the
Windshield Wiper/Washer
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intermittent DEL setting for Low-speed wiper operation,
or to the second detent past the intermittent DEL setting
for High-speed wiper operation.
CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind-
shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in
any position other than off.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions
make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be-
tween cycles desirable. From the off position, push the
windshield wiper/washer control lever upward to the
first detent DEL position, and then rotate the end of the
lever to select the desired delay interval. There are seven
delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe
interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to amaximum of approximately 15 seconds between cycles.
Rotating the lever upward decreases the delay time.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with defroster before and during wind-
shield washer use.
Mist Feature
From the off position, push the windshield wiper/
washer control lever downward to activate a single wipe
cycle to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from
a passing vehicle. The wipers will continue to operate
until you release the lever.
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Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer
control lever toward you and hold it for as long as
washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is
in the delay range, the wipers will operate in low speed
for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is
turned off, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles
and then turn off.
TILT STEERING COLUMN
The tilt release lever is located below the multifunction
lever on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the
column, simply pull the release lever downward and
then move the steering wheel upward or downward asdesired. When the column is in the desired position, push
the release lever upward to lock the column firmly in
place.
Tilt Steering Column Control
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WARNING!
Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-
umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-
hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
This feature allows the driver to move the brake and
accelerator pedals about 3 in (72 mm) forward or rear-
ward to allow for greater driving comfort. The adjustable
pedals switch is recessed into the knee bolster beneath
the steering column.
Adjustable Pedals Switch
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To adjust the pedals:
1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable
position.
2. Either press the adjustable pedals switch forward to
move the pedals forward (toward the front of the ve-
hicle), or pull the switch rearward to move the pedals
rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle).
NOTE:
•Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full
pedal travel.
•Further small adjustments may be necessary to find
the best possible seat/pedal position.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-
ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the
adjustable pedal’s path.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
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Adjustable Foot Rest
This feature allows the driver to adjust the foot rest
forward or backward and to rotate it upward or down-
ward to allow for greater driving comfort.To adjust the pedal:
1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable
position.
2. Using a 13 mm socket wrench, loosen the nut on the
pedal.
3. Slide the pedal either forward or backward and rotate
it upward or downward as desired.
4. Tighten the nut, being careful not to over tighten it.
CONSOLE FEATURES
The front console has a removable ashtray, power outlet/
cigarette lighter, and power window switches.
The center console compartment is equipped with a
cigarette lighter/power outlet.
Adjustable Foot Rest
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Electric Rear Window Defroster
The electric rear window defroster control is lo-
cated on the climate control. Press this button to
turn on the rear window defroster. A light above the
button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is
ON. The defroster automatically turns off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes of operation for the first push of the
button, and will turn off after approximately eight min-
utes for the second push of the button.
CAUTION!
•To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the
rear window defroster, do not use scrapers, sharp
instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window.
•Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features................. 99
Instrument Cluster Description............ 100
▫Speedometer........................ 100
▫Message Center...................... 101
▫Gauges And Indicator Lights............ 107
Setting The Digital Clock................ 110
▫Clock Setting Procedure................ 110
Sales Code RAH — AM And FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player And CD/DVD Changer
Controls..............................111▫Radio Operation......................111
▫CD Player Operation.................. 115
▫CD/DVD Changer Operation............ 116
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files............. 117
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play)........................ 119
Satellite Radio — If Equipped............. 120
▫System Activation.................... 121
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ENS/SID)......... 1214

▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH, REV
And RBK Radios..................... 122
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ,
RB1 And RBQ Radios.................. 122
▫Selecting a Channel................... 122
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels..... 123
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................ 123
▫PTY (Scan) Button.................... 123
▫PTY (Seek) Button.................... 124▫Satellite Antenna..................... 124
▫Reception Quality.................... 124
Radio Antenna........................ 124
CD/DVD Maintenance.................. 124
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 125
Climate Controls...................... 125
▫Air Conditioning And Heating System..... 126
▫Operating Tips...................... 129
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