DODGE VIPER 2010 ZB II / 2.G Owner's Manual

the door.At this time the Vehicle Security Alarm will
also arm itself in approximately 16 seconds.
•Always remove the key and RKE transmitter from the
vehicle, and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
To Disarm the System
Pressing the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter
after the Electronic Immobilization system is activated,
will allow the driver 60 seconds to start the vehicle.
Failure to complete the process within 60 seconds will
cause the system to passively re-arm. The driver must
repeat the process again by pressing the UNLOCK button
on the RKE transmitter to start the vehicle.
NOTE: Pressing the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button
during the 30 second Electronic Immobilization arming
process will allow the driver 60 seconds to start the
vehicle.
ILLUMINATED ENTRY
The interior lights will turn on whenever a door is
opened or the liftgate is opened (Coupe models) and the
dimmer switch is not in the defeat position.
The interior lights will turn on, remain on for approxi-
mately 30 seconds, and then fade to off if any of the
following occur:
•A door is opened using the outside door handle and
then closed.
•A door is unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter.
•A door is unlocked using the outside driver’s door key
cylinder.
The interior lights will turn on and remain on for about
four seconds and then fade to off if a door is opened
using the inside door handle.
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NOTE:None of the courtesy lights will operate if the
dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme
downward position), unless the overhead map/reading
lights are turned on manually.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open
the trunk/liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm from
distances up to approximately 23 ft (7 m) using a Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter
does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the
system.
RKE Transmitter
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To Unlock the Doors
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE
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
UNLOCKED will 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 RKE transmitter. To change the
current setting, proceed as follows:
1. Press the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE
transmitter for at least four 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 RKE 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 RKE transmit-
ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle
Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security
Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to sound.
Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle
Security Alarm System.
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
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with the RKE 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 RKE trans-
mitter for at least four 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 RKE trans-
mitter 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 RKE transmit-
ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle
Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the
UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security
Alarm System.
To Lock the Doors
Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-
ter to lock the doors. The horn will chirp once and the
park lights and turn signal lights will flash to acknowl-
edge the signal.
Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors
are locked with the RKE 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 RKE trans-
mitter for at least four seconds, but no longer then
10 seconds. Then, press the UNLOCK button.
2. Release both buttons at the same time.
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3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by
pressing the LOCK button on the RKE 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 RKE transmit-
ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle
Security Alarm System. Opening a door with the Vehicle
Security Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to
sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the
Vehicle Security Alarm System.
To Unlatch the Trunk/Liftgate
Press and hold the TRUNK/LIFTGATE button on the
RKE transmitter for at least one second to unlatch the
trunk/liftgate. The parking 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 RKE 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 ON/RUN position. If not deactivated through the
RKE transmitter or the ignition switch, the alarm will
turn off automatically after three minutes.
Remote Open Window Feature
This feature allows you to remotely lower both front door
windows at the same time. To use this feature, press and
release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter and
then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button
until the windows lower to the level desired or until they
lower completely.
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Programming Additional Transmitters
NOTE:You must have at least one programmed RKE
transmitter to perform this procedure. If you do not have
a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized
dealer for details.
Use this procedure to program up to three additional
transmitters for your vehicle. To activate the program-
ming feature, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least five
seconds, but no longer then 10 seconds on a previously
programmed RKE transmitter. Then, press the PANIC
button while still holding the UNLOCK button.
4. Release both buttons at the same time. A chime will
sound to signal that the programming feature is acti-
vated. 5. Within 30 seconds, press and release the LOCK button
and the UNLOCK button at the same time on the new
RKE transmitter.
6. Press and release any button one time on the new RKE
transmitter. A chime will sound to indicate that the new
RKE transmitter is programmed. An additional chime
will sound at the end of the 30-second programming
period. It will also sound if the ignition is switched OFF.
7. Repeat Steps 3 through 6 to program each additional
RKE transmitter.
Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is 2016. This is a
generic battery, readily available at local retail stores.
NOTE:
•Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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•Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
1. Separate the two halves of the RKE transmitter with a
flat blade screwdriver or similar object. 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the
new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
3. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two
halves together.
4. Test the RKE transmitter operation.
General Information
This RKE transmitter complies with FCC rules Part 15.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes-
ired operation.
Separating RKE transmitter Halves
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If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal
distance, check for these two conditions:
1. Closeness to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios
can affect transmitter operation. To verify if this is the
cause, move the vehicle to another area and test RKE
transmitter operation.
2. The RKE transmitter may become “out of sync” and
will no longer function if operated more than 255 times
while out of range of the vehicle (23 ft or 7 m) or if
operated while the vehicle battery is dead or discon-
nected. To “synchronize” the RKE transmitter, remove
the key from the ignition. Close the hood and all doors.
Press both buttons on the RKE transmitter for about
10 seconds. The horn will chirp once to acknowledge the
signal. Normal RKE transmitter operation should re-
sume.3. The RKE transmitter battery may be weak or dead.
The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three
years.
DOOR LOCKS
WARNING!
•Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when
entering or exiting your vehicle. They can be hot
enough to burn you. Observe the warning labels
on each door closure panel.
•For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause
severe personal injuries and death.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
injured seriously or fatally. Don’t leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Manual Door Lock
The driver’s door can be locked or unlocked with the key.
The door lock is located on the outside door panel
beneath the mirror.
Mechanical Door Lock
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Power Door Locks
A power door lock switch is on each door trim panel. Use
this switch to lock or unlock the doors.
NOTE:To prevent you from accidentally locking your
keys in the vehicle, the power door locks will not operate
if the key is in the ignition and the driver’s door is open.
Electronic Door Lock
This vehicle is equipped with a virtual lock system. Input
from the outside door handle is ignored if the vehicle is
virtually locked.
Door Lock Messaging
The words “DOOR UNLOCKED” will flash in the odom-
eter if one door is unlocked or will remain on steadily if
both doors are unlocked. A door is considered unlocked
if the inside door handle is pulled. 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.
Automatic Door Locks
This feature locks the doors automatically once vehicle
speed reaches 18 mph (29 km/h).
Power Door Lock Switch
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