engine DODGE VIPER 2009 ZB II / 2.G Manual Online

Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 108,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) (180 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not
replaced at 3 months.XXXXXX
Rotate the tires.XXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter,
if necessary.X
Replace the spark plugs.X
Replace the ignition cables.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not
replaced at 60 months.X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt,
if necessary.‡X
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the transmission fluid.X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 259
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Miles 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at
3 months.XXXX
Rotate the tires.XX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if neces-
sary.X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced at
102,000 months.X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt, if neces-
sary.‡X
Change the transmission fluid.X
Inspect the brake linings.X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 261
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE A
Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000
(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000)
[Months] [6] [12] [18] [24] [30]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX
Rotate the tires.X XXXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if
necessary.X
Inspect the transmission fluid. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Change the rear axle fluid. X
Change the brake fluid. X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 263
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Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000
(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX
Rotate the tires.X XXXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if
necessary.X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months,
if not done at 102,000 miles.X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt, if
necessary.X
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the transmission fluid. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
264 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000
(Kilometers) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000)
[Months] [66] [72] [78] [84] [90]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate the tires.XXXXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if
necessary.X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt, if
necessary.‡XX
Change the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the transmission fluid. X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Change the rear axle fluid. X X
Change the brake and clutch fluid. X
Change the brake fluid.X
Lubricate the front and rear suspension ball joints. X
266 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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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.XXXXX
Inspect and replace the engine air cleaner filter, if
necessary.X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Replace the spark plugs.X
Replace the ignition cables.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 60 months.X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 102,000 miles.X
Inspect and replace the auto tension drive belt, if
necessary.‡XXX
Inspect the transmission fluid. X X
Change the transmission fluid. X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 267
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WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable
to this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They will help keep
the vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
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TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
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About Your Brakes....................... 147
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............101,148
Accessory Delay, Power..................13,28
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 218
Adding Fuel........................... 175
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 213
Adjustable Pedals........................ 92
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 206
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 211
Air Conditioning................125,126,128,211
Air Conditioning Controls................. 126
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 130
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............. 211,212
Air Conditioning System.............126,128,211
Air Pressure, Tires....................105,161
Airbag................................ 42
Airbag Deployment.....................46,51
Airbag Light...................46,47,53,61,103
Airbag Maintenance....................... 52Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 54
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 13
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna.............................. 124
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 124
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........217,218,246
Capacities........................... 246
Disposal............................ 220
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 148
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............101,151
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 13
Appearance Care........................ 226
Auto Down Power Windows................ 30
Automatic Door Locks..................... 27
Battery............................109,207
Emergency Starting..................... 192
Jump Starting......................... 192
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 23
280 INDEX

Location..........................192,207
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 210
Storing Vehicle........................ 210
Belts, Seat............................33,34
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 212
Boot, Convertible Top...................69,74
B-Pillar Location........................ 156
Brake, Parking.......................... 145
Brake System........................147,222
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................147,148
Fluid Check.......................222,248
Master Cylinder....................... 222
Warning Light........................ 104
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.....59,147
Bulb Replacement....................... 237
Bulbs, Light............................ 236
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 246
Capacities, Fluid........................ 246Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 175
Oil (Engine).......................... 205
Power Steering........................ 144
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 219
Car Washes............................ 227
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............60,174
CD (Compact Disc) Changer................ 116
CD (Compact Disc) Player............... 111,115
Cellular Phone.......................... 125
Chains, Tire............................ 167
Charging System Light.................... 109
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 153
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 201
Checks, Safety........................... 60
Child Restraint....................53,54,55,58
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 56
Circuit Breakers......................... 230
INDEX 281
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