ignition DODGE VIPER 2005 ZB / 2.G User Guide

Security System Disarm
There are two ways to disarm the system:
1. Driver door key cylinder: Insert the key in the cylinder
located under the driver’s door mirror. This will disarm
the Vehicle Theft Alarm System and open the driver’s
door.2. Or, press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter. The front and rear park and turn signal
lights will flash to acknowledge the signal. (See the
Remote Keyless Entry Section of this manual for opera-
tion)
NOTE:The vehicle will not start unless the Vehicle
Theft Alarm System is disarmed by either of the two
methods above. Inserting the key in the ignition WILL
NOT disarm the system (it will start the alarming pro-
cess!)
Mechanical Door Lock
Keyless Entry Transmitter
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Trunk Internal Emergency Release
NOTE:As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emer-
gency Release lever is built into the trunk latching
mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked
inside the trunk, the trunk can simply be opened bypulling on the lever attached to the trunk latching
mechanism, which is coated so that it glows in a dark-
ened trunk.
WINDOWS
Power Windows
The power window switches are located between the
driver and passenger seats on the center tunnel bezel, just
to the left of the parking brake. The switch on the left side
controls the driver’s window and the switch on the right
controls the passenger’s window. The power window
switches are active when the ignition is in RUN or
ACCESSORY.
The power window switch also works during accessory
delay. This delay feature will allow the windows to be
functional up to 2 minutes after the vehicle has been
turned off. This feature can be disabled at the dealership
if desired.
Emergency Release
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NOTE:Windows cannot be driven up during accessory
delay with a door open.
NOTE:If the windows are completely closed, each
respective window will drop slightly when either door is
opened. The windows return to their full up position
when the door is again closed. This is necessary to clear
the seal when either door is opened.
WARNING!
Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power windows while operating the power window
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury
or death.
Power Window Switches
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Auto Down Feature
Both windows have an auto down feature. Press the
window switch to the second detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically. Press the switch a
second time in either direction to stop the window.
To open the window to a desired position, press and hold
the window switch in the first detent until the window
has reached the desired position and then release it when
you want the window to stop.
Power Accessory Delay Feature
The Power Accessory Delay feature provides the cus-
tomer with the ability to operate the power windows,
and the radio for 2 minutes after the ignition switch is
turned off. If the key is removed from the ignition and the
driver door is opened prior to the completion of the
2–minute timer, the feature is immediately cancelled. The
Power Accessory Delay feature is initially enabled, but
may be enabled or disabled at the dealership.NOTE:The Window Up switch will not function with
the door open and while the system is in the Power
Accessory Delay mode. If the window is in the process of
going up, opening the door will stop the window move-
ment immediately.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the top down. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
One of the most important safety features in your Viper
is the restraint system. This system consists of the driv-
er’s and passenger’s seat belts, airbags for the driver and
passenger, and a passenger airbag on/off switch located
in the center console compartment for deactivating the
passenger airbag system.
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WARNING!
A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision
it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight.
If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it
to your dealer and have it fixed.
8. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESS
on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its
stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down
the webbing to allow it to retract fully.
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)
If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within 60
seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is
greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the Enhanced Warning
System (BeltAlert) will alert the driver to buckle their seat
belt. The driver should also instruct all other occupants tobuckle their seat belts. Once the warning is triggered, the
Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will continue to
chime and flash the Seat Belt Warning Light for 96
seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The
Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) will be reactivated
if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled for more than 10
seconds and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8
km/h).
The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert) can be en-
abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by
following these steps:
NOTE:The following steps must occur within the first
60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the ON
or START position. DaimlerChrysler does not recom-
mend deactivating the Enhanced Warning System
(BeltAlert).
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and
buckle the driver’s seat belt.
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How The Airbag System Works
•
A crash sensor in the occupant compartment deter-
mines if a frontal impact is severe enough to require
the airbag. The sensor will not detect side, roll over, or
rear impacts. The crash sensor is connected to the
diagnostic unit and to the airbag/inflator unit.
•The Diagnostic Unit monitors the readiness of the
electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition
switch is in the START or RUN position. These include
all of the items listed above except the knee bolster, the
instrument panel, and the steering wheel and column.
The Diagnostic Unit also turns on the AIRBAG light in
the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the
ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. If it
detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns
on the light either momentarily or continuously.
•The Airbag/Inflator Units are in the center of the
steering wheel and in the instrument panel. The words
SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.
WARNING!
Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel
could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect
you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays
on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you
drive, have the airbag system checked right away.
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NOTE:When the passenger airbag is turned off the
airbag off light will illuminate
To Shut Off the Passenger Airbag:
•Place only the tip of the ignition key in the on/off
switch, turn the key clockwise, and remove the key
from the switch. This will shut off the passenger sideairbag. The PASS AIRBAG OFF light on the instrument
panel will illuminate when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
To Turn On The Passenger Airbag:
•Place the ignition key in the on/off switch, turn the
key counterclockwise, and remove the key from the
switch. This will turn on the passenger side airbag.
The light on the instrument panel will be off when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
WARNING!
The airbag may malfunction and serious injury
could result if key is left in the airbag shut off
switch. Always remove the key.
Passenger Airbag Off Light
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Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured because the airbag is not there to protect
you. Do not modify the components or wiring,
including adding any kind of badges or stickers to
the airbag covers. Do not modify the front bumper
or vehicle body structure.
•You need proper knee impact protection in a colli-
sion. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee impact bolsters.
•You can be injured if you are too close to either
airbag cover when the airbags inflate. It is danger-
ous to try to repair any part of the airbag system
yourself. Don’t try to repair the airbag system. Be
sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that
it has airbags.
You will want to have the airbags ready for your protec-
tion in a collision. While the airbag Supplemental Re-
straint System (SRS) is designed to be maintenance free,
if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer
service the system immediately.
•The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during
the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first
turned on.
•The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second
interval.
•The light flickers or comes on and remains on while
driving.
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To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function Control
Lever up or down.
Daytime Running Lights
The fog lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights
whenever the ignition switch is on, the headlights are off,
and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must
be used for normal night time driving.
NOTE:This feature is standard on all Canadian vehicles
and cannot be disabled. For US vehicles, this feature is
shipped disabled and can be enabled (or disabled) at a
dealership if so desired.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driver
when the driver’s door is opened.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for about 90 seconds.
To activate the delay, turn off the ignition while the
headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights within
45 seconds. The delay interval begins when the headlamp
switch is turned off.
If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they
will go off in the normal manner.
This feature can be disabled at the dealership if so
desired.
Battery Saver Feature—Exterior Lights
If an exterior light is left on when the ignition switch is
moved to the Off position (with the key in or out), it will
automatically turn off after 3 minutes. Normal operation
will resume when the ignition is turned On or when the
headlight switch is turned to another position.
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If the ignition switch is turned to any position other than
the Off position at any time during the 3 minute delay
period the battery saver feature will be disabled.
Fog Lights
The front fog light switch is on the Multi-Function
Control Lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn
on the parking lights or the low beam headlights
and pull out the end of the control lever.
NOTE:The fog lights will only operate with the head-
lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will
turn off the fog lights.
Turn Signals
Move the Multi-Function Control Lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal
lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down without moving beyond the detent.
Turn Signal Lever
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