child restraint DODGE VIPER 2013 VX / 3.G User Guide

NOTE:While the child tether is in use, keep the access
cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced after use of
the child tether.
4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either opening in the seatback underneath the head restraint.
Child Tether Access CoverChild Tether
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5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop.
6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Applybody pressure to the seat to be sure the seat adjusters
have latched.
7. Return the seatback to an upright position. 8. Install the child restraint according to the manufactur-
er’s directions.
9. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s directions.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor position directly behind the
child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
belt
The passenger seat belt is equipped with an automatic
locking retractor for child restraint system installation. It
is designed to keep the lap portion of the restraint held
tightly to the passenger seat (Refer to “Automatic Lock-
ing Mode”).
Tether Hook
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To restrain the child seat:
1. Pull enough webbing from the retractor to allow thebelt to pass through the child restraint and insert the
latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
2. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull all of the webbing out of the retractor.
3. Allow some of the webbing to retract back into the retractor. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking
sound indicating that the belt is now in Automatic
Locking Mode.
4. Tighten the lap portion of the belt and allow the excess webbing to retract back to the retractor. If it still does
not make the child restraint secure, then secure the
child restraint with the Child Restraint Tether Anchor.
NOTE:
Once the belt is in Automatic Locking Mode, you
will not be able to pull any more of the webbing out of the retractor. In this mode, you will only be able to retract excess
webbing into the retractor to secure the child restraint.
Transporting Pets
Deploying airbags could harm your pet. An unrestrained
pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a
passenger during panic braking or in an collision.
Pets should be restrained in pet harnesses or pet carriers
that are secured by seat belts.
BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle.
Following these few simple guidelines is all that is
necessary for a good break-in.
For the first 500 miles (800 km):
•
Keep your vehicle speed below the legal, posted speed
limit and your engine speed below 4,000 RPM.
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Battery................................ .284
Emergency Starting .....................269
Jump Starting ........................ .269
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........19
Location ............................ .284
Saving Feature (Protection) ................286
Storing Vehicle ....................... .286
Belts, Seat ...............................29
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................288
B-Pillar Location ......................... .232
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............222
Brake, Parking .......................... .216
Brake System ........................... .218
Anti-Lock (ABS) ...................... .218
Fluid Check .......................... .298
Master Cylinder ....................... .298
Warning Light ........................ .155
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .........59
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................119 Bulb Replacement
........................ .319
Bulbs, Light ..............................63
Camera, Rear ........................... .131
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........321
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .321
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ......................... .282
Power Steering ....................... .215
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............295
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................61
Car Washes ............................ .303
Cellular Phone ............................71
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .228
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .158
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............60
Checks, Safety ............................60
Child Restraint ............................52
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ................56
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Rear Camera........................... .131
Rear Liftgate .............................26
Rear Window Defroster .....................148
Rear Window Features .....................148
Reclining Front Seats ...................... .109
Recreational Towing ...................... .254
Reformulated Gasoline .....................248
Refrigerant ............................. .288
Reminder, Lights On .......................117
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................17
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........190
Replacement Parts ........................ .280
Replacement Tires ........................ .242
Reporting Safety Defects ....................349
Restraints, Child ...........................52
Restraints, Infant ..........................53
Restraints, Occupant ........................29
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................273Rotation, Tires
.......................... .244
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................62
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................63
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................349
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................28
Safety Information, Tire .....................227
Safety Tips ...............................60
Schedule, Maintenance .....................326
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .306
Seat Belt Reminder .........................36
Seat Belts ................................29
And Pregnant Women ....................38
Child Restraint .........................52
Extender ..............................38
Inspection .............................62
Operating Instructions ....................31
Pretensioners ..........................38
Untwisting Procedure ....................35
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