stop start DODGE VIPER 2008 ZB II / 2.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
²You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing
or towing.
²Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the
discharge battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode.
²During cold weather when temperatures are be-
low freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged
battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting
because the battery could rupture or explode. The
battery temperature must be brought up above
freezing point before attempting jump-start.10. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery. Let the engine idle a few minutes.
11. Turn off the Vehicle Security System.
NOTE:The Vehicle Security System will prevent the
engine from starting.
12. Start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged
battery. If engine does not start in 15 seconds, stop
cranking engine and allow starter to cool down before
cranking again.
13. When removing the booster cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fans.
188 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

The best time to check the oil level is approximately 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is turned off or
before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground also
will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Add
oil only when the level is below the SAFE mark.CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
Road conditions and your kind of driving affect the
interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the
following list to see if any apply to you.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32ÉF (0ÉC)
²Stop and go driving
²Extensive engine idling
²Driving in dusty conditions
²Short trip driving of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
Engine Oil Dipstick
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WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming in contact with your exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact anything that
can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this should occur,
safely bring the vehicle to a complete stop, shut the
engine off, and allow the vehicle to cool. Thereafter,
obtain service, including a tune-up to manufacturer's
specifications immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
²Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
²Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
²Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Ignition Wiring System and Ignition Timing
The ignition cables should be kept clean and the termi-
nals fully seated. Do not remove the nipple assemblies
from the coil towers. Cracked, damaged, or faulty cables
should be replaced. See your authorized dealer for ser-
vice.
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Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
8 30 Amp
PinkÐ Ignition Switch Run/
Accessory Feed
9 40 Amp
GreenÐ Headlights
10 30 Amp
PinkÐ Ignition Switch Run Feed
11 Ð 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shutdown Relay
(ASD)
12 Ð 20 Amp
YellowCigar Lighter
13 Ð 15 Amp
BlueHazard Flasher
14 Ð 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shutdown Relay
(ASD)
15 Ð 20 Amp
YellowRear Window Defogger
(EBL)Cavity Car-
tridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
16, 17 Ð 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power Outlet
18 Ð 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Off Draw (IOD)
19 Ð 15 Amp
BlueHorn
20 Ð 15 Amp
BlueAir Conditioning (A/C)
Clutch Relay
21 Ð 15 Amp
BlueStop Light Switch
22 Ð 25 Amp
ClearFuel Pump/Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
23, 24 Ð 10 Amp
RedAirbag
60, 61 Ð 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Run/Start Relay
Feed
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