wiring DODGE VIPER 2008 ZB II / 2.G Owners Manual

²Steering Wheel and Column
²Instrument Panel
²Seat Track Position Sensors
²Interconnecting Wiring
²Seat Belt Reminder Light
²Knee Impact Bolsters
²Front Acceleration Sensors
²Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System (OCS)
þOccupant Classification Module (OCM)
þPassenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light
þFlex Mat
þInterconnecting Wiring
þSeat Track Position Sensors
How The Airbag System Works
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TheOccupant Restraint Controller (ORC)determines
if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the
airbags to inflate. The airbag inflators are designed to
provide different rates of inflation. Based on the level
of collision severity, the ORC determines the proper
rate of inflation. The ORC may modify the rate of
passenger airbag inflation or prevent passenger airbag
deployment based on input from the Occupant Clas-
sification System (OCS). The ORC will not detect roll
over or rear impacts. Furthermore, the airbags are not
on and will not inflate if the key is in the OFF/LOCK
position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition.
The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic
parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in
the ON/RUN position. These include all of the items
listed under ªAirbag System Componentsº except the
steering wheel and column and the knee bolsters.
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for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irri-
tate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or
eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose
or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation
continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer's in-
structions for cleaning.
²It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the airbags will not be in place to
protect you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags can't protect you in another colli-
sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
²Modifications 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.
²You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee impact bolsters.
²It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has airbags.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
m8.4L Engine Compartment................194
mOnboard Diagnostic System (OBD II).........195
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................196
mReplacement Parts......................197
mDealer Service.........................198
mMaintenance Procedures..................198
NEngine Oil..........................198
NEngine Oil Filter......................201NDrive Belts Ð Check Condition And Tension . . 202
NSpark Plugs.........................203
NEngine Air Cleaner Filter................203
NFuel Filter..........................204
NCatalytic Converter....................204
NIgnition Wiring System And Ignition
Timing.............................205
NCrankcase Emission Control System........206
NMaintenance-Free Battery................206
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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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Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water................. 140
Hazard Warning Flasher.................99,176
Headlights..........................81,243
Aiming............................. 251
High Beam........................... 83
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch......... 83
Lights On Reminder..................... 82
Passing.............................. 84
Switch............................... 81
Time Delay........................... 81
Heater.............................122,123
High Beam Indicator...................... 97
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . 83
Hood Latch Maintenance.................. 215
Hood Release........................... 79
Hoses.............................224,225
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 228Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Timing.............................. 205
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires).......... 205
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 16
Infant Restraint........................50,51
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 101
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 75
Instrument Cluster........................ 96
Instrument Panel and Controls............... 95
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 232
Interior Lighting.......................81,84
Interior Lights.........................84,85
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)............ 87
Introduction............................. 4
Jump Starting.......................... 186
292 INDEX

Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 217
Windshield Wipers....................... 87
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 217Wipers, Intermittent....................... 87
Wiring, Ignition (Spark Plug Wires)........... 205
INDEX 301
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