check engine light DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G User Guide

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CONTENTS
!STARTING PROCEDURES................222
▫Normal Starting.......................222
▫If Engine Fails To Start.................224
▫After Starting........................225
!MANUAL TRANSMISSION...............225
▫Shifting.............................226
▫Recommended Shift Speeds..............227
▫Skip Shift Indicator Light...............228
!STREET/RACE MODE — IF EQUIPPED......229
!LAUNCH MODE.......................230
!DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES.........232
▫Acceleration.........................232
▫Traction............................232
!DRIVING THROUGH WATER.............233
▫Flowing/Rising Water..................233
▫Shallow Standing Water.................234
!POWER STEERING.....................235
▫Power Steering Fluid Check..............236
!PARKING BRAKE......................237
!BRAKE SYSTEM.......................239
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properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the
computer.
WARNING!
Significant over or underinflation of tires, or mixing
sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss
of braking effectiveness.
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” will turn
on and stay on briefly as a bulb check when the
ignition is first turned on. If the light does not
turn on during starting, have it repaired
promptly.
This light also illuminates at vehicle start-up to indicate
that the ABS self-check is in process. If the light remains
on after start-up, or turns on and remains on at road
speeds, it may indicate a system malfunction or that the
system is inoperative. In this case, the system reverts to
standard non-anti-lock brakes. If this occurs, safely bring
the vehicle to a complete stop as soon as possible and
cycle the ignition to attempt to reset the ABS. If the light
remains on, see your authorized dealer immediately to
have the system serviced. Also, if the “BRAKE Warning
Light” and the “ABS Warning Light” are on, and the
parking brake is fully released, see your authorized
dealer immediately.
Traction Control System (TCS)
The TCS system monitors the amount of wheel spin of
each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake
pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine
power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
To meet new government regulations and promote
cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated
onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system
monitors the performance of the emissions and engine
control systems. When these systems are operating prop-
erly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and
fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within
current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light. It will also
store diagnostic codes and other information to assist
your service technician in making repairs. Although your
vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see
your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the light on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability. The
vehicle must be serviced before any state emissions
tests can be performed.
If the light is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage
and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
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Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when
the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is
ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do
not crank or start the engine.
NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
•The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isnot readyand you should
notproceed to the I/M station.
•The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isreadyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
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Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
•Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
NOTE:Also, inspect the exhaust system if you notice a
change in the sound of the exhaust system, or if the
exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the suspension components.
•Lubricate door hinges and check springs.
•Check the engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
•Check power steering fluid level.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 363

Auto Down Power Windows..................28
Automatic Door Locks......................26
Automatic Headlights......................103
Auto Unlock, Doors........................27
Auto Up Power Windows....................29
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........129
Auxiliary Power Outlet.....................129
Battery.................................318
Emergency Starting......................303
Jump Starting..........................303
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........22
Location..............................318
Remote Battery Replacement................22
Saving Feature (Protection)................320
Storing Vehicle.........................320
Transmitter Battery Replacement.............22
Belts, Seat...............................32
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................322
B-Pillar Location..........................254
Brake Control System, Electronic..............241
Brake, Parking...........................237
Brake System............................239
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................239
Fluid Check...........................333
Master Cylinder........................333
Warning Light.........................146
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.........81
Brightness, Interior Lights...................107
Bulb Replacement.........................356
Bulbs, Light..............................85
Camera, Rear............................118
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........357
Capacities, Fluid..........................357
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)...........................317
Power Steering.........................236
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INDEX 381

Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................330
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................82
Car Washes.............................337
Cellular Phone...........................196
Chains, Tire.............................270
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................249
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .151
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety...............82
Checks, Safety............................82
Child Restraint............................70
Child Restraints
Booster Seats...........................75
Child Restraints.........................70
Infants And Child Restraints................73
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt..................................76
Older Children And Child Restraints..........73
Using The Top Tether Anchorage.............78
Clean Air Gasoline........................278
Cleaning
Wheels...............................338
Windshield Wiper Blades..................323
Climate Control..........................196
Clutch Fluid.............................335
Compact Spare Tire........................265
Contract, Service..........................373
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........330
Cooling System...........................326
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............328
Coolant Capacity.......................357
Coolant Level..........................327
Disposal Of Used Coolant.................330
Drain, Flush, And Refill...................327
Inspection............................331
Points To Remember.....................331
Pressure Cap..........................330
Radiator Cap..........................330
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)............328
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Overheating...........................290
Towing..............................308
Emission Control System Maintenance..........312
Engine.................................311
Air Cleaner...........................318
Break-In Recommendations.................81
Checking Oil Level......................315
Compartment..........................311
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................327
Cooling..............................326
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................82
Fails To Start..........................224
Flooded, Starting.......................224
Fuel Requirements......................277
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..315
Oil Change Interval......................316
Oil Filler Cap..........................317
Oil Selection...........................316
Overheating...........................290
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................317
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............66
Ethanol................................278
Event Data Recorder........................69
Exhaust Gas Caution........................82
Exhaust System...........................82
Exterior Lighting..........................102
Exterior Lights............................85
Filler Location Fuel........................149
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................318
Engine Oil............................317
Engine Oil Disposal.....................317
Flashers
Hazard Warning........................290
Turn Signal............................85
Flash-To-Pass............................106
Flooded Engine Starting....................224
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Interior..............................106
Lights On Reminder.....................104
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).........151
Oil Pressure...........................148
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness)...........108
Passing..............................106
Seat Belt Reminder......................144
Security Alarm.........................148
Service...............................354
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .151
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............149
Turn Signal............................85
Vanity Mirror...........................93
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......144
Loading Vehicle
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..254
Locks..................................24
Automatic Door.........................26
Auto Unlock...........................27
Door.................................24
Power Door............................25
Low Tire Indicator........................271
Low Tire Pressure System...................271
Lubrication, Body.........................322
Lug Nuts...............................291
Maintenance Free Battery....................318
Maintenance Procedures....................315
Maintenance Schedule......................362
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......151
Manual, Service..........................376
Manual Transmission......................225
Fluid Level Check.......................335
Lubricant Selection......................360
Shift Speeds...........................227
Methanol...............................278
Mirrors.................................90
Electric Remote.........................92
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Outside...............................91
Rearview..............................90
Vanity................................93
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................271
MOPAR® Parts...........................314
MTBE/ETBE............................278
Multi-Function Control Lever.................105
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................81
Occupant Restraints........................32
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................277
Oil, Engine..............................315
Capacity.............................357
Change Interval........................316
Checking.............................315
Dipstick..............................315
Disposal..............................317
Filter................................317
Filter Disposal.........................317
Materials Added To......................317
Recommendation.......................316
Viscosity.............................317
Oil Filter, Selection........................317
Onboard Diagnostic System..................312
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............120
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors....................91
Overheating, Engine.......................290
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............4
Paint Care..............................336
Panic Alarm..............................21
Parking Brake............................237
Parking On Hill..........................237
Passing Light............................106
Pedals, Adjustable.........................112
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