engine DODGE VIPER 2013 VX / 3.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC..................2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ....................8
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING .......9
THEFT ALARM .................9
SEATBELT ...................10
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS ........10
CHILD RESTRAINTS .............11
FRONT SEATS ................14
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........16
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST ..........16
TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ...................17
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
SRT 10 VERSIONS .............18
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAMS LEVER ................19
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............20
SPEED CONTROL ...............20
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP
SHIFT .....................21
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC) ...............22
PARKVIEW
®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 23
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....24
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO .........26
Uconnect™ Access (Available on Uconnect™
8.4A and Uconnect™ 8.4AN) ........27
Uconnect™ 8.4A ...............30
Uconnect™ 8.4AN ..............43
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . 58
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ................58
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......59
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
®) .................61
POWER OUTLETS ..............63
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS
(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS)...................64
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ......64
SRT
LAUNCH MODE................65
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM ....................66
PERFORMANCE FEATURES ........67
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES .....67
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS....................68
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......71
TIREFIT KIT .................72
JUMP-STARTING ...............78
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......80
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........80
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......81
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT..........82
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ..........83
MAINTENANCE CHART ...........84
SRT – MAINTENANCE RECORD ......85
FUSES .....................86
TIRE PRESSURES ..............89
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .....90
EXTERIOR BULBS ..............90
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
CUSTOMER CENTER ............91
CHRYSLER CANADA INC.
CUSTOMER CENTER ............91
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ...................91
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........91
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THE 50 UNITED STATES AND
WASHINGTON, D.C. .............92
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES
BY MOPAR®.................93
INDEX....................94
FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....96
TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Battery Charge Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light*
(See page 68 for more information.)
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ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING
Starting
1. Fully apply the parking brake.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
3. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
4. Press the red ENGINE START/STOPbutton located on the instrument panel.
Release the button when the engine
starts.
NOTE:
The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor.
Stopping
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Fully apply the parking brake.
3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
4. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL/1st Gear.
5. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position.
THEFT ALARM
To Arm:
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
• Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger dooropen.
• Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
NOTE:
Using the key to open the liftgate while the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed will not trigger
the theft alarm.
To Disarm:
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods:
• Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF position.
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — SRT 10 VERSIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rearaxle) in your new vehicle.
•
Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km),
speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, the transmission fluid, and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid,
and lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality
grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as
an indication of difficulty.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
•The EVIC can be used to view or change the following settings. Press the UP or DOWN
button until System Setup displays, then press the RIGHT arrow button. Scroll through the
settings using the UP or DOWN buttons. Press the RIGHT arrow button to change the
setting. Press the BACK/LEFT arrow button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub menu.
• Select Language •
Headlamps With Wipers
• Nav-Turn By Turn •
Automatic High Beams
• Park Assist System •
Intermittent Wiper Options
• Auto Unlock Doors •
Easy Entry/Exit Seat
• Remote Unlock Sequence •
Key-Off Power Delay
• RKE Linked To Memory •
Illuminated Approach
• Remote Start Comfort Sys. •
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
• Horn With Remote Start •
Display Fuel Saver
• Sound Horn With Lock •
Compass Variance
• Flash Lamps With Lock •
Calibrate Compass
• Headlamp Off Delay
Uconnect™ Customer Programmable Features
• The Uconnect™ system allows you to access Customer Programmable feature settings
such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine
Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/ Bluetooth and SiriusXM™ Setup
through soft-keys.
• Touch the Apps soft-key on the bottom of the screen, then touch the Settings soft-key to access the Settings screen. When making a selection, scroll up or down until the
preferred setting is highlighted, then press and release the preferred setting until a
check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. The
following feature settings are available:
• Display • Clock
• Safety / Assistance • Doors & Locks
• Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start • Engine Off Options
• Compass • Audio
• Phone / Bluetooth • SiriusXM™ Setup
• Lights
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Key Fob Programmable Features
• The following features may also be programmed by using the Key Fob transmitter or theignition switch and driver's door lock switch.
NOTE:
Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside 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.
Unlock On First Press
• To unlock either the driver's side, or all doors, on the first press of the UNLOCK button: • Press and hold the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK
button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Auto Unlock Doors On Exit
• To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • Enter your vehicle and close all the doors, and fasten your seat belt.
• Cycle the ignition switch between the LOCK and ON position four times, ending in
the LOCK position (do not start the engine).
• Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. A single chime will indicate that programming is complete.
Sound Horn With Lock
• To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked: • Press the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then,
press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
Flashing Lights With Lock
• The turn signal lights flashing, when the doors are locked or unlocked, feature can be turned on or off. To turn this feature on or off:• Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than
10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK
button.
• Release both buttons at the same time.
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LAUNCH MODE
• This system maximizes accelerationtraction for straight line racing.
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving.
3. Fully depress the clutch and select the first gear position.
4.
Press and release the “LAUNCH” Button
(Located on the steering wheel controls).
5. Press the accelerator pedal to the floor.
6. Release the clutch.
• Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control also shifting the vehicle into second gear will disable the system.
NOTE:
• Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum launch RPM and waits for the driver to release the clutch. Launch Mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled
wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first gear.
• If the cluster launch EVIC message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the system
will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed).
• Launch Mode can be used in any of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Modes.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
• The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will comeon when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continu-
ously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend
you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
• Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold andinflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
• As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
• IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD
OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE
THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
• Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
• Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as
the malfunction exists.
• When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
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malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue
to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature
change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the
Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is
32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle.
Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement
equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can
cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your
vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL
and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your
vehicle overheats.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or theparking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it
indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-
Lock Brake System problem.
• Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
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WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL afterengine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical
driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend
you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
• This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging systemlight remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop thevehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light
turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommendyou drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle theignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
NEUTRAL position; the light should turn off.
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