steering DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G User Guide

Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is
placed in the AUTO position and programmable feature
is set to ON. In addition, the headlights will turn off
when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by
this feature.
NOTE:The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be
turned on or off using the Uconnect® System. Refer to
“Uconnect® Settings/Customer Programmable Fea-
tures” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
TILT STEERING COLUMN
The tilt release lever is located below the multifunction
lever on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the
column, simply pull the release lever rearward toward
you and then move the steering wheel upward or down-
ward as desired. When the column is in the desired
position, push the release lever forward to lock the
column firmly in place.
Tilt Steering Column Lever
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury or
death.
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a
greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and
seat position. This feature allows the brake, accelerator,
and clutch pedal to move toward or away from the driver
to provide improved position with the steering wheel.
The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of
the steering column.
Push the switch forward to move the pedals forward
(toward the front of the vehicle).
Push the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward
(toward the driver).
•The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
Adjustable Pedals Switch
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Adjustable Foot Rest
This feature allows the driver to adjust the foot rest
forward or backward and to rotate it upward or down-
ward to allow for greater driving comfort.
To adjust the pedal:
1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable
position.
2. Using a socket wrench, loosen the nut on the pedal.
3. Slide the pedal either forward or backward and rotate
it upward or downward as desired.
4. Tighten the nut, being careful not to over tighten it.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the
right side of the steering wheel.Adjustable Foot Rest
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displayed for up to 10 seconds when the vehicle is shifted
out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed ex-
ceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is shifted into
#PARK#or the vehicle’s ignition is placed to the OFF
position.
When the Vehicle is shifted out of Reverse (with camera
delay turned OFF) the rear camera mode is exited and the
last touchscreen appears again.
When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the
image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its
projected backup path based on the steering wheel
position.
When enabled, fixed guide lines are overlaid on the
image to illustrate the width of the vehicle.
Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of
the vehicle.
The following table shows the approximate distances for
each zone:
ZoneDistance to the rear of the vehicle
Red0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)
Yellow1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m)
Green6.5 ft or greater (2 m or greater)
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!STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS......194
▫Radio Operation......................195
!RADIO ANTENNA.....................195
!RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .196
▫General Information...................196
!CLIMATE CONTROLS...................196
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC).......197
▫Summer Operation....................202
▫Winter Operation......................202
▫Vacation/Storage.....................203
▫Window Fogging and Frosting............203
▫Outside Air Intake.....................203
▫Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather
Conditions..........................204
!Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK
TIPS................................205
▫Introducing Uconnect®.................205
▫Get Started..........................206
▫Basic Voice Commands..................206
▫Radio..............................207
▫Media..............................208
▫Phone..............................209
▫Voice Text Reply......................210
▫Climate (8.4AN)......................210
▫Navigation (8.4AN)....................211
▫Uconnect® Access* (8.4AN)..............212
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DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID)
The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver-
interactive display that is located in the instrument
cluster.
This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful
information by pushing the switches mounted on the
steering wheel. The DID consists of the following:
•Tachometer
•MPH/KMH
•Vehicle Information
•Fuel Economy
•Trip A
•Trip B
•Audio
•Stored Messages
•Screen Setup
•Performance
•Diagnostics
•Hibernation
Driver Information Display (DID)
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The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:
•UP Arrow Button
Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll
upward through the main menu and sub-
menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio,
Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
•DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the DOWN arrow button to
scroll downward through the main menu and
submenus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Au-
dio, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
•RIGHT Arrow Button
Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to
access/select the information screens or sub-
menu screens of a main menu item. Push and
hold the RIGHT arrow button for two seconds
to reset displayed/selected features that can be reset.
DID Steering Wheels Controls
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•Oil Temperature
•Battery
•Coolant Temperature
•RIGHT Arrow Button
Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default
Settings)
Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to
confirm.
Digital Speed
•On
•Off
Tach. Peak Hold
When enabled, the Tach. Peak Hold function marks the
peak Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) on the tachometer
gauge for 3 seconds when the RPM is above 4000. Using
the UP and DOWN arrow switches on the left side of the
steering wheel, select the gauges icon from the menu on
the left side of the cluster (highlighted red is the active
menu item). Use the right arrow to enter the gauges setup
screen and the up down arrows to select Tach Peak from
the menu of gauge options.
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NOTE:The distance measurement will be aborted if the
brake pedal is released before the vehicle comes to a
complete stop.
•Brake Speed
Displays the speed the vehicle is traveling when the
brake pedal is depressed.
NOTE:Brake Distance and Speed timers will only dis-
play#ready#when vehicle is traveling at greater than 30
MPH (48 km/h).
G-Force
When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force
values (two lateral and two longitudinal) as well as
steering angle.
When a G-Force greater than zero is measured, the
display will update the value real-time. As the G-Force
falls, the peak forces will continue to display.
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When selected, this screen displays the following values:
•Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.
•Oil Pressure
Displays the actual oil pressure.
•Battery Voltage
Displays the actual battery voltage.
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When selected, this screen displays the following values:
•Coolant Temperature
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
•Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.
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iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDLocated at the rear area of the center console, this feature
allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged
into the USB port.
iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod®
and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions
may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please
visit Apple’s website for software updates.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple-
ment Manual.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.SD Card Slot, AUX Jack, And USB Port
1—SDCardSlot2 — AUX Jack3—USBPort
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