trunk DODGE VIPER 2009 ZB II / 2.G User Guide

3. Depress the button located at the top of the latch and
then pull the latch handle downward and rearward.
4. Disengage the latch hook from the windshield receiver
rod and then pull the latch all the way back to the detent
stow position.5. Pull the convertible top away from the windshield
header.
6. Raise both sun visors if so desired.
7. Open the trunk.
8. Pull the convertible top all the way back into the
storage well behind the seats.
9. Push the leading edge of the top downward to engage
the downstack latch.
10. Close the trunk.
To Raise the Top
1. Lower the window in each door at least one inch.
2. Lower both sun visors.
3. Open the trunk.Unlatching Convertible Top
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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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NOTE:Until the convertible top system has had ad-
equate time to break-in, it may take a greater effort to
engage the latch hook and close the latch. However,
several weeks of normal convertible top usage will
reduce these efforts.
9. Raise both sun visors if so desired.
10. Adjust the windows as desired.
Convertible Top Boot Cover Installation — If
Equipped
1. Open the trunk.
2. Lower the convertible top. Verify that the latch handle
is placed in the detent stow position.3. Lay the unfolded boot cover across the convertible
top.
Unfolded Boot Cover
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6. On the passenger side of the vehicle, clip the tab under
the trunk lid stop and on the outer edge of the quarter
panel flange.7. Push downward on the boot cover pocket to engage
the inboard tab.
Attaching Passenger Side Tab
Engaging Passenger Side Tab
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8. On the driver side of the vehicle, clip the tab under the
trunk lid stop and on the outer edge of the quarter panel
flange.9. Push downward on the boot cover pocket to engage
the inboard tab.
Attaching Driver Side Tab
Engaging Driver Side Tab
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10. Push downward on the boot cover behind driver seat
to lock down the boot cover.
11. Stretch and smooth out the boot cover from the rear
of vehicle.12. Close the trunk.
13. Ensure that the forward edge of the boot cover is
tucked in fully.
Stretching and Smoothing Cover
Forward Edge
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Convertible Top Boot Cover Removal and
Storage
1. Open the trunk.
2. On the driver side of the vehicle, pull upward on the
boot cover to disengage the inboard tab.3. Unclip the tab under the trunk lid stop and on the
outer edge of the quarter panel flange.
Disengaging Driver Side Tab
Tab Under Trunk Lid Stop
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4. On the passenger side of the vehicle, pull upward on
the boot cover to disengage the inboard tab.5. Unclip the tab under the trunk lid stop and on the
outer edge of the quarter panel flange.
Disengaging Passenger Side TabTab Under Trunk Lid Stop
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6. Slide the boot cover pockets off the front corners of the
convertible top.
7. Fold the outer edges of the boot cover inward.
8. Fold the boot cover again.9. Place the boot cover into the bag and store it in the
trunk or a secure dry area.
10. Close the trunk.
Folding Outer Edges
Folding Boot Cover
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•The word “DECK” will flash in the display if the
trunk/liftgate is open.
•The words “LOW TIRE” will flash slowly in the
display and a chime will sound if the tire pressure is
low.
•The words “FLAT TIRE” will flash rapidly in the
display and a chime will sound if critically low tire
pressure is detected.
Message Center
When the appropriate conditions ex-
ist, the Message Center displays the
following indicators and warnings:
High Beam Light
This light will turn on when the high beam
headlights are on. Pull the Multifunction Lever on
the left side of the steering column toward you to switch
the headlights from low beam to high beam. Pull the
lever a second time to switch the headlights back to low
beam.
Front Fog Light Indicator
This light will turn on when the front fog lights are
on.
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
The amber Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light will
turn on and stay on briefly as a bulb check
when the ignition is first turned on. If the light
does not turn on during starting, see your
authorized dealer for service.
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