ECU DODGE VIPER 2013 VX / 3.G Owner's Manual

NOTE:
•You must disarm the security system in order to start
the engine. Refer to “Security Alarm System” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
• Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
However, if the engine has not started within three
seconds, slightly press the accelerator pedal while
continuing to crank. If the engine fails to start within
15 seconds, wait five seconds, then repeat the “Normal
Starting” procedure.
To Start The Engine:
1. Fully apply the parking brake.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
NOTE: The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal
is pressed to the floor. 3. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
4. Press the red ENGINE START/STOP button located
on the instrument panel. Release the button when the
engine starts.
Engine START/STOP Button
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WARNING!(Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a accident.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in an accident.
Change Brake Fluid
Brake fluid will tend to absorb moisture from the atmo-
sphere over time. If the fluid becomes contaminated with
water, brake performance will deteriorate. Therefore, the
brake fluid must be changed at the intervals specified in
the “Maintenance Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance
Schedule” for further information. See your authorized
dealer for service.
300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

About Your Brakes....................... .218
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................219
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............294
Adding Fuel ............................ .252
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .289
Additives, Fuel .......................... .250
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .125
Airbag ..................................39
Airbag Deployment ........................44
Airbag Light .............................45
Airbag Maintenance ........................51
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .283
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................287
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............198
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................287
Air Conditioning System ....................287
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .238
Alarm Light ............................ .156
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................14Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle
...............7
Antenna ............................... .190
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................293
Capacities ........................... .321
Disposal ............................ .296
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................219
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................163
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........14
Appearance Care ........................ .302
Assistance Towing .........................85
Auto Down Power Windows ..................25
Automatic Door Locks ......................23
Automatic Headlights ......................116
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................23
Auto Up Power Windows ....................25
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........141
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................141
354 INDEX

Bulb Replacement..................... .318
Cruise .............................. .159
Daytime Running .......................117
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................118
Exterior ..............................63
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................258
Headlights ...........................115
Headlights On Reminder .................117
Headlights On With Wipers ...............116
Headlight Switch .......................115
High Beam ...........................119
High Beam Indicator ....................154
High Beam/Low Beam Select ..............119
Illuminated Entry .......................16
Instrument Cluster ......................115
Intensity Control .......................119
Interior ..............................119
Lights On Reminder .....................117
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........158Oil Pressure
......................... .156
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ..........121
Passing ..............................119
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .153
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..............156
Service ............................. .318
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .158
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..............156
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............157
Turn Signal ............................63
Vanity Mirror ..........................70
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .....153
Loading Vehicle Tires ............................... .232
Locks ..................................21
Automatic Door ........................23
Auto Unlock ...........................23
Door ................................21
Power Door ...........................22
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Seats................................. .107
Adjustment .......................... .107
Reclining ............................ .109
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................14
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............322
Selection of Oil .......................... .282
Service Assistance ........................ .345
Service Contract ......................... .347
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .158
Service Manuals ......................... .350
Shift Indicator Light ...................... .208
Shift Speeds ............................ .205
Shoulder Belts ............................30
Signals, Turn .............................63
Snow Tires ............................. .244
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................127
Speedometer ............................ .153
Sport Mode ............................ .163Starting
............................... .202
Emergency (Jump Starting) ................269
Engine Fails to Start .....................204
Starting and Operating .....................202
Starting Procedures ....................... .202
Steering Column Controls .......................118
Power .............................. .214
Tilt Column .......................... .124
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............190
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .190
Storage ............................... .315
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .197
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .273
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........39
Tachometer ............................. .156
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................14
Theft System (Security Alarm) .................14
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Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .19
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........17
Transporting Pets ..........................59
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .241
Turn Signals .............................118
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ................71
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................351
Universal Transmitter ..................... .133
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .248
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................35
Upholstery Care ......................... .305
Vanity Mirrors ............................70
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .233Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .197
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............14
Vinyl Trim ............................. .305
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .282
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................101
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................258
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .153
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .348
Washer Adding Fluid ........................ .289
Washers, Windshield ...................... .123
Washing Vehicle ......................... .303
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