warning DODGE VIPER 2010 ZB II / 2.G Owners Manual

INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
Introduction ........................... 4
 How To Use This Manual .................. 4
 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6 
Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6
 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet,
located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented
documents. Please take the time to read these publica-
tions carefully. Following the instructions and recom-
mendations in this manual will help assure safe and
enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain
with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will
be aware of all safety warnings.When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine MOPAR
parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual containsWARNINGSagainst op-
erating procedures that could result in an accident or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONSagainst proce-
dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left
front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from
outside the vehicle through the windshield. This number
also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure
Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle
registration, and the title. NOTE:
It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Vehicle Identification Number
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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
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▫General Information ................... 23
 Door Locks ........................... 24
▫ Manual Door Lock .................... 25
▫ Power Door Locks .................... 26
 Windows ............................ 27
▫ Power Windows ...................... 27
▫ Auto-Down Feature ................... 29
▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... 29
 Liftgate — Coupe Models Only ............ 29
 Trunk Lock And Release — Convertible Models
Only ................................ 31
 Trunk Safety Warning — Convertible Models
Only ................................ 31
▫ Trunk Emergency Release ............... 32
Occupant Restraints ..................... 32
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 34
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .... 38
▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ......................... 39
▫ Automatic Locking Retractors
(ALR) Mode — If Equipped .............. 41
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped ...... 41
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 42
▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 42
▫ Driver And Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags .......... 42
▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 47
▫ Child Restraints ...................... 56
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal
distance, check for these two conditions:
1. Closeness to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios
can affect transmitter operation. To verify if this is the
cause, move the vehicle to another area and test RKE
transmitter operation.
2. The RKE transmitter may become “out of sync” and
will no longer function if operated more than 255 times
while out of range of the vehicle (23 ft or 7 m) or if
operated while the vehicle battery is dead or discon-
nected. To “synchronize” the RKE transmitter, remove
the key from the ignition. Close the hood and all doors.
Press both buttons on the RKE transmitter for about
10 seconds. The horn will chirp once to acknowledge the
signal. Normal RKE transmitter operation should re-
sume.3. The RKE transmitter battery may be weak or dead.
The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three
years.
DOOR LOCKS
WARNING!
•Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when
entering or exiting your vehicle. They can be hot
enough to burn you. Observe the warning labels
on each door closure panel.
•For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause
severe personal injuries and death.
(Continued)
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
injured seriously or fatally. Don’t leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Manual Door Lock
The driver’s door can be locked or unlocked with the key.
The door lock is located on the outside door panel
beneath the mirror.
Mechanical Door Lock
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NOTE:
•The Power Accessory Delay feature allows you to
operate the power windows for two minutes after
turning OFF the ignition switch. Removing the key
from the ignition switch and opening the driver’s door
will cancel this feature. Your authorized dealership can
enable or disable the Power Accessory Delay feature as
desired.
•Windows cannot be driven up during Power Acces-
sory Delay with a door open. Furthermore, opening
the door will stop the window movement immediately
if 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 will
return to its fully closed position after closing the door.
This action is necessary in order to clear the seal when
opening the door.
WARNING!
Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the
ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the power win-
dows while operating the power window switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
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second. The parking lights and turn signal lights will
flash three times to acknowledge the signal.
NOTE:Pressing the UNLOCK button on the RKE
transmitter will also allow liftgate access.
Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. To
open the liftgate, press the LIFTGATE RELEASE switch
located in the exterior liftgate handle and pull the liftgate
open with one fluid motion.
NOTE: The liftgate release switch will be ignored under
the following conditions:
•When the ignition is in ON/RUN and the parking
brake is not set.
•When vehicle speed is not 0 mph (0 km/h).
•When all doors are locked (except for RKE transmitter
liftgate access). Refer to “Entering the Liftgate with the
System Armed — Coupe” under “Security Alarm
System” for additional information. The word “DECK” will flash in the odometer when the
liftgate is open. With the key in the ignition switch, this
display will turn off approximately 40 seconds after
switching OFF the ignition, or if the Power Accessory
Delay feature is active, it will turn off approximately
40 seconds after the delay feature times out.
WARNING!
•Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-
ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
the liftgate closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
•If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
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Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-
ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when
opening the liftgate in cold weather.
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE — CONVERTIBLE
MODELS ONLY
You can unlatch the trunk lid by pressing the TRUNK
button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
for at least one second. The park lights and turn signal
lights will flash three times to acknowledge the signal
and the trunk lid will pop open.
You can also unlatch the trunk lid with the key. The key
cylinder is located on the trunk lid.
The word “DECK” will flash in the odometer when the
trunk lid is open. With the key in the ignition switch, this
display will turn off approximately 40 seconds after
switching OFF the ignition, or if the Power AccessoryDelay feature is active, it will turn off approximately
40 seconds after the delay feature times out.
NOTE:
Gas props support the trunk lid in the open
position. However, because the gas pressure drops with
temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when
opening the trunk lid in cold weather.TRUNK SAFETY WARNING — CONVERTIBLE
MODELS ONLY
WARNING!
Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,
either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or
through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the
trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in
the trunk, young children may not be able to escape.
If trapped in the trunk, children can die from suffo-
cation or heat stroke.
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