trunk release DODGE VIPER 2008 ZB II / 2.G Owners Manual

mDoor Locks............................23
NManual Door Lock.....................24
NPower Door Locks.....................24
mWindows.............................26
NPower Windows.......................26
NAuto Down Feature....................27
NWind Buffeting........................27
mLiftgate Ð Coupe Models Only..............28
mTrunk Lock And Release Ð Convertible
Models Only...........................29
mTrunk Safety Warning Ð Convertible
Models Only...........................30
NTrunk Emergency Release................30mOccupant Restraints......................31
NLap/Shoulder Belts.....................31
NLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.....35
NEnhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlertt) ..........................36
NAutomatic Locking Mode................37
NSix-Point Belt System - If Equipped.........38
NSeat Belts And Pregnant Women............39
NSeat Belt Extender......................39
NDriver And Passenger Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) - Airbag...................40
NChild Restraint........................50
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Press the Trunk button on the RKE transmitter to allow
access without triggering the alarm or having to disarm
the system. The trunk lid will pop open.
Entering the liftgate with the System Armed Ð
Coupe:
NOTE:Using the key to open the liftgate while the
system armed will trigger the alarm.
Press the Liftgate button on the RKE transmitter to allow
access without triggering the alarm or having to disarm
the system. Then, within 30 seconds, open the liftgate by
using the key cylinder or the liftgate release switch
located in the exterior liftgate handle.
NOTE:If you do not open the liftgate within 30 seconds,
the system will re-arm and ignore the switch input.
After closing the liftgate, the system will arm immedi-
ately without having to re-lock the vehicle.
To Disarm the System
There are two ways to disarm the system:
²Use the key to unlock the driver's door. The door lock
is located on the outside door panel beneath the
mirror.
Mechanical Door Lock
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open
the trunk/liftgate, or activate the panic alarm from
distances up to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held
radio transmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at
the vehicle to activate the system.
To Unlock the Doors:
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter
once to unlock the driver's door, or twice to unlock both
doors. The park lights and turn signal lights will flash to
acknowledge the signal and the illuminated entry system
will turn on. In addition, the words DOOR UNLOCKEDwill flash in the odometer if one door is unlocked or will
remain on steadily if both doors are unlocked.
NOTE:On Coupe models, pressing either the UNLOCK
button or the LIFTGATE button will allow liftgate access.
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/Both Doors First
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver's door or both doors on the first press of the
UNLOCK button on the transmitter. To change the cur-
rent setting, proceed as follows:
1. Press the UNLOCK button on a programmed trans-
mitter for at least 4 seconds, but not longer than 10
seconds. Then, press the LOCK button.
2. Release both buttons at the same time.
3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by
pressing the UNLOCK button on the transmitter with the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK position, and the key re-
moved.
Keyless Entry Transmitter
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4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter
while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security
Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button
to deactivate the Security Alarm.
Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock
This feature will cause the park lights and turn signal
lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked
with the transmitter. This feature can be turned on or
turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as
follows:
1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed transmitter
for at least 4 seconds, but no longer then 10 seconds.
Then, press the TRUNK/LIFTGATE button.
2. Release both buttons at the same time.3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by
pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter
with the ignition in the OFF/LOCK position, and the key
removed.
4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter
while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security
Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button
to deactivate the Security Alarm.
To Lock the Doors:
Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to
lock the doors. The horn will chirp once and the park
lights and turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the
signal.
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Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors
are locked with the transmitter. This feature can be
turned on or turned off. To change the current setting,
proceed as follows:
1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed transmitter
for at least 4 seconds, but no longer then 10 seconds.
Then, press the UNLOCK button.
2. Release both buttons at the same time.
3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by
pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter with the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK position, and the key re-
moved.
4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter
while you are in the vehicle will activate the SecurityAlarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated
will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button
to deactivate the Security Alarm.
To Unlatch the Trunk/Liftgate:
Press and hold the TRUNK/LIFTGATE button on the
transmitter for at least one second to unlatch the trunk/
liftgate. The park lights and turn signal lights will flash
three times to acknowledge the signal.
Using The Panic Alarm:
The panic alarm unlocks the driver's door, turns on the
interior lights, flashes the park lights and fog lights, and
sounds the horn. The Panic alarm will not work when
driving the vehicle.
To turn the panic alarm ON or OFF, press and hold the
PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one second
and release. The alarm can also be turned off by inserting
the key into the ignition switch and turning it to the
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WARNING!
²Driving 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.
²If 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.
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 Ð 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 ªDECKº 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 Accessory
Delay feature is active, it will turn off approximately 40
seconds after the delay feature times out.
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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 Ð 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.
Trunk Emergency Release
The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency
release handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,
near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkened
trunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk.
Emergency Release
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4. Press downward on the convertible top and then press
the lever behind the driver seat to release the downstack
latch.5. Manually raise the convertible top until it meets the
windshield header.
6. Close the trunk.
Convertible Top Latch
Raising Convertible Top
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Lubrication
The tie rod ends are lubricated for life. No periodic
lubrication is required.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks,
doors hinges, trunk/liftgate hinges, and hood hinges,
should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to insure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism, and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a smallamount of a high quality lubricant, such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the lock
cylinder.
Body Mechanism Lubrication
Body and other operating mechanisms and linkages
should be inspected, cleaned, and lubricated, as required
to maintain ease of operation and to provide protection
against rust and wear.
Before the application of any lubricant, the parts con-
cerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;
after lubricating, excess oil or grease should be removed.
Hood Latch
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch release mechanism and safety catch should be
inspected, cleaned, and lubricated.
It is important to maintain proper lubrication to insure
that the hood mechanisms work properly and safely.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 17
Remote Trunk Release..................... 29
Replacement Parts....................... 197
Replacement Tires....................... 162
Reporting Safety Defects................... 281
Restraints, Child......................... 50
Restraints, Infant......................... 51
Restraints, Occupant...................... 31
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 189
Rotation, Tires.......................... 164
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 58
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 59
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 281
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 29
Safety Information, Tire................... 149
Safety Tips............................. 57
Satellite Radio.......................... 117
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 121Schedule, Maintenance.................... 256
Scheduled Maintenance................... 198
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 233
Seat Belt Reminder.....................36,103
Seat Belts.............................. 31
And Pregnant Women................... 39
Child Restraint...................50,51,52,55
Extender............................. 39
Inspection............................ 58
Operating Instructions................... 32
Reminder............................ 103
Untwisting Procedure.................... 35
Seats................................. 77
Adjustment........................... 77
Reclining............................. 78
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 13
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........220,252
Selection of Oil......................... 200
Service Assistance....................... 277
INDEX 297
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