clutch DODGE VIPER 2013 VX / 3.G User Guide

▫Hydraulic Clutch .....................301
▫ Rear Axle .......................... .302
▫ Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion ..................... .302
 FUSES ............................. .308
▫ Power Distribution Center ...............308
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................315
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................318
 BULB REPLACEMENT ..................319
▫ Front Headlamp, Front Park/Turn Signal
Lamp ............................. .319▫
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp ............319
▫ Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp ................319
▫ Rear Turn Signal Lamp .................319
▫ Backup Lamps ....................... .320
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................321
 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS ..................... .322
▫ Engine ............................ .322
▫ Chassis ........................... .323
276 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir
2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill
3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
4 — Power Distribution Center 9 — Air Cleaner Filter
5 — Remote Jump Start Positive Battery Post
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 277

Manual Transmission
Transmission Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid in the transmission when performing
other underbody services.
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug located on
the left side of the transmission. The fluid level should be
approximately 1/4 in (6.4 mm) below the bottom of the
fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper
level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
NOTE:DO NOToverfill transmission, damage can oc-
cur.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or damage to the
transmission. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for
fluid specifications.
Change Transmission Fluid
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals. If contaminated with water, change the
fluid immediately. See your authorized dealer for service.
Hydraulic Clutch
Master Cylinder – Clutch Fluid Level Check
The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated
volume of fluid within the brake system master cylinder
reservoir. In the event of leakage or wear, use only the
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301

Cavity Relay CartridgeFuseMini-Fuse Description
3 — 40 Amp Green — Rad Fan
4 — 40 Amp Green — Rad Fan Rly High
5 — 40 Amp Green — ABS/ESP Pump Feed
6 — 40 Amp Green — Starter
7 — 40 Amp Green — CBC (Ext. Lighting #1)
8 — 40 Amp Green — CBC (Ext. Lighting #2)
9 — 30 Amp Pink — CBC (Int. Liggting, washer)
10 — 30 Amp Pink — CBC (Power Lock)
11 — Jumper Black — B+ Jumper
12 — 25 Amp Natu-
ral —
ABS/ESP Valve Feed
13 — — 20 Amp Yel-
lowHorn
14 — — 10 Amp Red A/C Clutch
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309

Cavity Relay CartridgeFuseMini-Fuse Description
56 HC Micro —— — Wiper LO/HI
57 G8VA — —Horn Relay
58 G8VA — —A/C Clutch Relay
59 HC Micro — —HVAC Blower
60 HC Micro — —Fuel Pump
61 G8VA — —Run Relay #1
62 G8VA — —Run Relay #2
63 HC Micro — —ASD #1
64 HC Micro — —ASD #2
65 G8VA — —Run Accy #1, Pop Up
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Transmission We recommend you use MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Rear Axle We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear
and Axle Lubricant.
Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPARBrake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor
Vehicle.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPARPower Steering Fluid + 4, MOPAR 
or ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323

Clean Air Gasoline....................... .248
Cleaning Wheels ............................. .304
Windshield Wiper Blades .................289
Climate Control ......................... .191
Clutch Fluid ............................ .301
Contract, Service ......................... .347
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........295
Cooling System .......................... .292
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............294
Coolant Capacity ...................... .321
Coolant Level ........................ .292
Disposal of Used Coolant .................296
Drain, Flush, and Refill ..................293
Inspection ........................... .296
Points to Remember .....................297
Pressure Cap ......................... .295
Radiator Cap ......................... .295
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............293Corrosion Protection
...................... .302
Cruise Light ............................ .159
Cupholders ............................ .144
Customer Assistance ...................... .345
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............121
Daytime Running Lights ....................117
Dealer Service ........................... .280
Defroster, Rear Window .....................148
Defroster, Windshield .......................62
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................122
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................278
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................119
Dipsticks Power Steering ....................... .215
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............296
Door Locks ..............................21
Door Locks, Automatic ......................23
356 INDEX

Enhanced Accident Response Feature............49
Ethanol ............................... .249
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................28
Exhaust System ...........................61
Exterior Lighting ..........................115
Exterior Lights ............................63
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .283
Engine Oil ........................... .283
Engine Oil Disposal .....................283
Flashers Hazard Warning ...................... .258
Turn Signal ............................63
Flash-To-Pass ............................119
Flooded Engine Starting ....................204
Fluid Capacities ......................... .321
Fluid Leaks ..............................63 Fluid Level Checks
Brake .............................. .298
Capacities ........................... .321
Clutch Fluid ......................... .301
Cooling System ....................... .292
Engine Oil ........................... .281
Manual Transmission ....................301
Power Steering ....................... .215
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........322
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................258
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................273
Fuel .................................. .248
Additives ........................... .250
Clean Air ........................... .248
Ethanol ............................. .249
Gasoline ............................ .248
Gauge .............................. .156
Materials Added ...................... .250
Methanol ........................... .249
358 INDEX

Hood Release............................113
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .....................301
Illuminated Entry ..........................16
Infant Restraint ...........................52
Inside Rearview Mirror ......................68
Instrument Cluster ....................... .153
Instrument Panel and Controls ................151
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............306
Interior Appearance Care ....................304
Interior Lights ............................119
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............122
Introduction ..............................4
Jump Starting ........................... .269
KeyFob.................................11
Key-In Reminder ..........................12
Keyless Entry System .......................11 Keyless Go
...............................11
Knee Bolster ..............................39
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................118
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................30
Latches .................................63
Hood ...............................113
Latch Plate ...............................32
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .248
Leaks, Fluid ..............................63
Life of Tires ............................ .242
Liftgate .................................26
Light Bulbs ..............................63
Lights ..................................63
Airbag ...............................52
Alarm .............................. .156
Anti-Lock ........................... .163
Automatic Headlights ....................116
Brake Warning ........................ .155
360 INDEX