DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G Owners Manual

The DID display is located in the center portion of the
instrument cluster and consists of the following sections:
1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will
illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for
non critical warnings, red for critical warnings, and
white for on demand information.
2. Audio / Phone Information and Sub-menu Informa-
tion — Whenever there are sub-menus available, the
position within the sub-menus is shown here.
3. Reconfigurable Telltales/Information
4. Telltales/Indicators
5. Selectable Information (Tach, Mph/Kmh, Vehicle Info,
Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, Stored Messages,
Screen Setup, Performance, Diagnostics, Hibernation)
6. Suspension Status — The suspension status icon will
illuminate in this area. Refer to “Starting And Operat-
ing” for further information.
7. ESC Status — The ESC status icon will illuminate in
this area. Refer to “Starting And Operating” for fur-
ther information.
8. Launch Control status when launch control mode is
entered. Refer to “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
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The main display area will normally display the main
menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main
menu. The main display area also displays “pop up”
messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn-
ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall
into several categories:
•Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most of
the messages of this type are then stored (as long as the
condition that activated it remains active) and can be
reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. As long
as there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in
the DID’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this
message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out”
and “Low Tire Pressure.”
NOTE:Pushing the LEFT arrow button will override the
DID “pop up” messages and return you to the menu
screen.
•Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples
of this message type are “Turn Signal On” (if a turn signal
is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver leaves the vehicle).
•Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An
example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams
On.”
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Driver Information Display (DID) Messages
•Front Seat Belts Unbuckled
•Driver Seat Belt Unbuckled
•Passenger Seat Belt Unbuckled
•Key Fob Battery Low
•Service Air Bag System
•ESC Status (ESC OFF, ESC ON, ESC SPORT, ESC
TRACK, RAIN MODE) — Refer to “Starting And
Operating” for further information.
•Oil Pressure Low
•Fuel Low
•Service Antilock Brake System
•Service Electronic Throttle Control
•Cruise Off
•Cruise Ready
•Cruise Set To XXX MPH
•Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire Pressure Warnings
•Service Tire Pressure System
•Parking Brake Engaged
•Brake Fluid Low
•Service Electronic Braking System
•Engine Temperature Hot
•Battery Voltage Low
•Service Electronic Throttle Control
•Lights On
•Right Turn Signal Light Out
•Left Turn Signal Light Out
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•Turn Signal On
•Service Air Bag System
•Service Air Bag Warning Light
•Driver Seat Belt Unbuckled
•Passenger Seat Belt Unbuckled
•Front Seat Belts Unbuckled
•Door Open
•Doors Open
•Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling
DID Yellow Telltales
This area will show amber caution telltales. These tell-
tales include:
•Low Fuel Telltale
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal
(11.0 L), this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
•Electronic Speed Control Ready
This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is ON. Refer to “Electronic Speed
Control” in “Understanding The Features Of
Your Vehicle” for further information.
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DID Red Telltales
This area will show red telltales. These telltales include:
•Door Ajar
This light will turn on to indicate that one or
more doors may be ajar.
•Oil Pressure Warning Light
This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If
the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut
off the engine as soon as possible. The selectable gauge
will flash red for 3 seconds if the pressure is 10 psi or less.
The oil level should be checked under this condition.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
The oil level should be maintained in the#SAFE#zone at
all times. Oil level below the#SAFE#zone can cause the
oil pressure warning lamp to illuminate under some
conditions and can cause engine damage.
•Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
Refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” if jump starting is required.
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•Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The
light will come on when the ignition is first
cycled ON and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the
engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle
has completely stopped and the shift lever is in Neutral,
with the Parking Brake applied. The light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho-
rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is
required. You may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall, and your vehicle
may require towing.
•Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proachesH,this indicator will illuminate, and a single
chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. Further
overheating will cause the temperature gauge to passH,
the indicator will continuously flash, and a continuous
chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool.
If the light turns on 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 ve-
hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To
Do In Emergencies” for more information.
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DID Green Telltales
•Electronic Speed Control SET
This telltale will illuminate green when the
electronic speed control is SET. Refer to “Elec-
tronic Speed Control” in “Understanding The
Features Of Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Driver Information Display (DID) Selectable Menu
Items
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until
the desired Selectable Menu icon is highlighted in the
DID.
Tachometer
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Tachometer icon is highlighted
in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow
button to change the display between full
tachometer or digital speedometer.
MPH To km/h
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the MPH to km/h icon is high-
lighted in the DID. Push and release the OK
button to change the display between MPH
or km/h.
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Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow
button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted
in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow
button to display the following information
sub-menus:
Tire Pressure
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Tire Pressure” is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release the RIGHT arrow button, and one of the follow-
ing will be displayed:
•If tire pressure is OK for all tires a vehicle ICON is
displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of
the ICON.
•If one or more tires have low pressure, the tire pressure
values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure
value of the low tire displayed in a different color than
the other tire pressure value.
•If the Tire Pressure system requires service, “Service
Tire Pressure System” is displayed.
Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be
reset. Push and release the LEFT arrow button to return
to the main menu.
Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)”
under “Starting and Operating” for further information.
Coolant Temperature
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Coolant Temperature” is highlighted in the DID. Push
and release the RIGHT arrow button, and the coolant
temperature will be displayed.
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Oil Temperature
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Oil Temperature” is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release the RIGHT arrow button, and the oil temperature
will be displayed.
Engine Hours
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Engine Hours” is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release the RIGHT arrow button, and the oil temperature
will be displayed.
Intake Air Temp.
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Intake Air Temp.” is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release the RIGHT arrow button, and the intake air
temperature will be displayed.
Current Power
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Current Power” is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release the RIGHT arrow button, and the current power
will be displayed.
Current Torque
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
“Current Torque” is highlighted in the DID. Push and
release the RIGHT arrow button, and the current torque
will be displayed.
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SRT Performance
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor-
mance Features is intended for off-highway or off-
road use only and should not be done on any public
roadways. It is recommended that these features be
used in a controlled environment and within the
limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as
measured by the performance pages must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which
can jeopardize the user ’s safety or the safety of
others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents.
Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until
the SRT icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release
the RIGHT arrow button, and 0–60 MPH Duration will be
displayed. Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow
button to scroll through the following information sub-
menus:
0–60 Time
Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button
until the last 0–60 MPH information is displayed.
Braking Distance
Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button
until the last Braking Distance information is displayed.
1/4 Mile Elapsed Time
Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button
until the last 1/4 Mile Top Speed & Duration information
is displayed.
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