light DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G Owner's Manual

ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM
•Thisvehiclemaybeequippedwithanelectroniccontrolleddampeningsystem.This
system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering,
acceleration and braking.
•Thissystemallowsforastreetsuspensiondampingsettingorafirmerracesuspension
damping setting. There are two modes of operation:
STREET MODE
•Thismodewillgiveasporty,butcomfort-
able ride.
•Thismodeisdriverselectablewhenthe
vehicle is placed in STREET mode (push
the “STREET” button on the Instrument
Panel).
NOTE:
The suspension mode will lock and stay in
whatever the driver selects even when the
ignition is turned off and the car restarted.
•Thismodeisintendedforasmoother
ride on the various types of pavement
and road conditions while still providing
damping levels appropriate extreme
capabilities.
RACE MODE
•RacemodeisdriverselectablewhenthevehicleisplacedinRACEmode(pushthe
“RACE” button on the Instrument Panel).
•Thismodeisfortrackuseonlyandwillsupplymaximumgriptothetires.
•WhenRACEmodeisenabled,ashocksymbolwith“RACE”nexttoitwilllightupinthe
instrument cluster.
NOTE:
The RACE setting will provide a firmer ride.
Mode Buttons
1—RACEButton2—STREETButton
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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
•TheESCcorrectsforoversteeringandundersteeringthevehiclebyapplyingthebrake
of the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting
the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
•InfullonmodeESCutilizessensorsinthevehicletodeterminethepaththatthedriver
intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the
actual path does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the brake of the
appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Operating Modes
The ESC system may have five available operating modes:
ESC On
•ThisisthenormaloperatingmodefortheESCsystem.Wheneverthevehicleisstarted,
the ESC system will be in this mode. The ESC On mode should be used for most driving
situations. The ESC should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as noted in the
following paragraphs.
ESC Full Off
•TheESCOffmodeisintendedforoff-highwayoroff-roaduseonlyandshouldnotbeused on any public roadways. In this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features areturned OFF. To enter the “Full Off” mode, push and hold the “ESC Off” switch for fiveseconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, achime will sound, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illuminate, andthe “ESC OFF” message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer). The“ESC OFF” message may appear in the Driver Information Display (DID). To turn ESCON again, momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch.
Sport Mode
•Sportmodehasreducedtractioncontrolandreducedstabilitycontrol.Toenterthe
“Sport Mode” mode, push the “ESC” switch once (located on the steering wheel). The
“ESC SPORT” light will illuminate, and the “ESC SPORT” message will display in the
vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
Track Mode
•Tr a c k M o d e h a s n o t r a c t i o n c o n t r o l a n d h a s r e d u c e d s t a b i l i t y c o n t r o l . To e n t e r t h e “ Tr a c k
Mode” mode, push the “ESC” switch twice. The “ESC TRACK” light will illuminate, and
the “ESC TRACK” message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
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Rain Mode
•Rainmodeoffersincreasedtractioncontrolandstabilitycontrolforlowtraction
conditions such as wet roads, dry roads during cold temperatures, or when the driver
wants enhanced stability due to lack of familiarity or experience with the vehicle’s
response. To enter the “Rain Mode” mode, push the “ESC” switch three times. The
“ESC RAIN” light will illuminate, and the “ESC RAIN” message will display in the
vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
NOTE:
Some models may not offer “Sport” or “Track” Mode.
WARNING!
The Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road
conditions. ESC cannot prevent all accidents, including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot
prevent accidents resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate driver input
for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The
capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or
dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP SHIFT
•SkipShiftisenabledwhenvehiclespeedisgreaterthan16MPH
(26 km/h) but less than 18 MPH (29 km/h) and the accelerator is
at 20% or less.
•Foroptimalfueleconomy,underlowaccelerationconditions,your
vehicle will only allow you to shift from first gear to fourth gear.
Additionally, the skip shift message will appear in the tachometer.
•RefertoyourOwner'sManualontheDVDforfurtherinformation.
Skip
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ADDING FUEL
1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located in the driver's door map pocket).
2. Open the fuel filler door.
3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system.
4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper
door while refueling.
NOTE:
Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open.
5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full.
6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.
NOTE:
Afunnelisprovided(locatedinthetrunkinthesparetirearea)toopentheflapper
door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can.
CAUTION!
To a v o i d f u e l s p i l l a g e a n d o v e r f i l l i n g , d o n o t “ t o p o f f ” t h e f u e l t a n k a f t e r f i l l i n g .
WARNING!
•Neverhaveanysmokingmaterialslitinornearthevehiclewhenthefueldooris
open or the tank is being filled.
•Neveraddfuelwhentheengineisrunning.Thisisinviolationofmoststateand
federal fire regulations and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to turn on.
•Afiremayresultiffuelispumpedintoaportablecontainerthatisinsideofavehicle.
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2. Press “Start” on the reminder screen or select “Uconnect Registration” under the “All
Apps” or “Favorites Apps” tab on the Apps list.
3. The Uconnect®Access Registration App will open and display step-by-step instruc-
tions to start your registration.
4. Enter your email address into the radio touchscreen.
5. A message will display on the touchscreen indicating your email submission was
accepted. In a few minutes, you will receive an email which will allow you to register
your vehicle for Uconnect®Access. You should open this email and begin your
Uconnect®Access registration within 72 hours.
6. Check for an email from Uconnect®Access that contains your personalized registra-
tion link. If you don't see it, check your spam or junk mail folder. Open the email and
click on the link to continue registering.
NOTE:
For security reasons, this link is valid for 72 hours from the time you’ve submitted your
email address into the radio touchscreen. If the link has expired, simply re-enter your
email address into the Uconnect®Registration App on the radio touchscreen to receive
another link. The secured registration link will take you through the Uconnect®Access
registration process step by step.
7. To unlock the full potential of Uconnect®Access in your vehicle, you will need to create
or validate an existing Mopar Owner Connect account previously (Owner Center).
Uconnect®along with Mopar Owner Connect have joined forces to create one
destination to manage all of your vehicle needs, from managing your Uconnect®
Access account, to tracking service history and finding recommended accessories for
your vehicle. If you already have a Mopar Owner Connect account, log in to the website
with your existing username/email and password. For assistance with this web based
registration process, call Uconnect®Care at 1-855-792-4241.
8. Once you are logged in to your Mopar Owner Connect account, you will create a
personal Uconnect®Security PIN. The Uconnect®Security PIN will be required to
authenticate you when accessing your account via Uconnect®Care or performing any
remote services such as Remote Door Lock/Unlock or Remote Horn & Lights.
9. If your vehicle qualifies for a trial package it will be presented. Simply agree to the
Uconnect®Te r m s o f S e r v i c e ( c h e c k b o x ) a n d t h e n s e l e c t t h e “ S t a r t S e r v i c e ” b u t t o n .
At this point your vehicle is registered with Uconnect®Access. Continue to set up Via
Mobile. Apps will be downloaded the next time you start your vehicle. If the Apps have not
appeared after 24 hours, please contact Uconnect®Care.
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Download The Uconnect® Access App
The Uconnect®Access smartphone app allows you to remotely lock or unlock your doors,
start your engine (if equipped) and activate your horn and lights from virtually anywhere.
The smartphone app also features Via Mobile (if equipped) which uses your smartphone’s
data plan to access your personal Pandora®,iHeartRadio,SlackerRadioandAha™by
HARMAN accounts and control them using your vehicle touchscreen.
The Uconnect®Access app is only compatible with select iPhone®and Android smart-
phones. Visit UconnectPhone.com or call 1-877-855-8400 to confirm that your smart-
phone is compatible with Uconnect®.Onceyou’veconfirmedyoursmartphoneis
compatible, Android and iPhone®users should visit their respective app store and search
for “Uconnect Access” to download the app.
Set Up Your Via Mobile Profile — If Equipped
Setting up your Via Mobile profile means entering your login information for each App so that
they can work in your vehicle. Complete your Via Mobile Profile online during registration of
your Uconnect®Access system. Access this page by logging into your Mopar Owner Connect
account (moparownerconnect.com), going to Edit Profile, then Via Mobile Profile.
If you already have an account with these Apps, scroll down and press the “Link” button
to enter your information. If you do not have an account, you can create a new one.
Aha™ by HARMAN (www.aharadio.com)
•EnteryouremailaddressandpasswordforAha™,orcreateanewAha™account.
•YoucanlinkyourFacebook,TwitterorSlackeraccountsontheAha™website.
iHeartRadio (www.iHeartRadio.com)
•EnteryouremailaddressandpasswordforiHeartRadio,orcreateanewiHeartRadio
account.
•Select“Activate”tocontinue,
•Select“Close”tocompleteactivation.
Pandora® (www.pandora.com)
•EnteryourPandora®username/email address and password, then click “Save.”
•CreateanewPandora®account.
Slacker Radio (www.slacker.com)
•EnteryourSlackerusername/emailaddressandpassword,thenclick“Save.”
•CreateanewSlackerRadioaccount.
Invite family and friends to use the Via Mobile Apps in your vehicle by setting up their own
Via Mobile profile.
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Built-In Features
1.Assist Call–TherearviewmirrorcontainsanASSISTpushbuttonwhich(once
registered) automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of these predefined
destinations for immediate support:
•Roadside Assistance Call–Ifyougeta
flat tire, or need a tow, you’ll be con-
nected to someone who can help any-
time. Additional fees may apply. Addi-
tional information in this section.
•Uconnect® Access Care–Invehicle
support for Uconnect®Access Sys-
tem, Apps and Features.
•Vehicle Care–Totalsupportforyour
FCA US LLC vehicle.
2.Emergency 9-1-1 Call (If Equipped)–
The rearview mirror contains a 9-1-1
button that, when pressed, will place a
call to a local 9-1-1 operator to request
help from local police, fire or ambulance
personnel in the event of an emergency.
If this button is accidentally pressed,
you will have 10 seconds to cancel the
call. To cancel, press the 9-1-1 Call button again or press the “Cancel” button shown
on the touchscreen. After 10 seconds has passed, the 9-1-1 call will be placed and
only the 9-1-1 operator can cancel it. The LED light on the Rearview Mirror will turn
green once a connection to a 9-1-1 operator has been made. The green LED light will
turn off once the 9-1-1 call is terminated. Have an authorized dealer service the
vehicle if the Rearview Mirror light is continuously red.If a connection is made
between a 9-1-1 operator and your vehicle, you understand and agree that 9-1-1
operators may, like any other 9-1-1 call, record conversations and sounds in and near
your vehicle upon connection.
Rearview Mirror Features
1—ASSISTButton2—9-1-1Button
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Uconnect® Access Remote Features
•IfyouownacompatibleiPhone®or Android®powered device, the Uconnect®Access
App allows you to remotely lock or unlock your doors, start your engine or activate your
horn and lights from virtually anywhere (Vehicle must be within the United States and
have network coverage). You can download the App from Mopar Owner Connect or from
the Apple App or Google Play store. Visit UconnectPhone.com to determine if your
device is compatible. For Uconnect®Phone customer support and to determine if your
device is compatible:
•U.S.residents-visitUconnectPhone.comorcall1-877-855-8400
Remote Door Lock/Unlock–Thisfeatureprovidestheabilitytolockorunlockthedooron
your vehicle, without the keys and from virtually any distance. You can send a request to
your vehicle in one of three ways:
1. Using the Uconnect®Access App from a compatible smartphone.
2. From the Mopar Owner Connect website.
3. By contacting the Uconnect®Care on the phone.
•TousethisfeatureaftertheUconnect®Access App is downloaded, login using your
user name and Uconnect®Security PIN. Touch the “App” button on your smartphone
with the closed lock icon to lock the door, and touch the “open lock” icon to unlock the
driver’s door.
•Yo u c a n s e t - u p n o t i f i c a t i o n s f o r y o u r a c c o u n t t o r e c e i v e a n E - m a i l o r t e x t ( S M S ) m e s s a g e
every time a command is sent. Log in to Mopar Owner Connect (moparownerconnect.com)
and click on Edit Profile to manage Uconnect®Notifications.
Remote Horn And Lights–It’seasytolocateavehicleinadark,crowdedornoisyparking
area by activating the horn and lights. It may also help if you need to draw attention to your
vehicle for any reason. You can send a request to your vehicle in one of three ways:
1. Using the Uconnect®Access App from a compatible smartphone.
2. From the Mopar Owner Connect website.
3. By contacting the Uconnect®Care on the phone.
•TousethisfeatureaftertheUconnect®Access App is downloaded, login using your
user name and Uconnect®Security PIN. You can set-up notifications for your account
to receive an email or text (SMS) message every time a command is sent. Log in to
Mopar Owner Connect (moparownerconnect.com) and click on Edit Profile to manage
Uconnect®Notifications.
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Sample Commands For Voice Text Reply And Voice Texting
Example CommandAction
“Text John Smith”Send a message to specific contactin address book
“Text 123 456 7890”Send 123 456 7890 a message fromyour phonebook
“Show messages”See recent text messages listed by numberon Uconnect®screen
“Listen to/view (message number four,for example)”Hear messages or read it onUconnect®screen
“Reply”Send a voice text reply to a current message
“Forward text/message to “John Smith”Forward current text to specific contactin address book
“Forward text/message to“123 - 456 - 7890”Forward current text to specificphone number
WARNING!
•ALWAYSdrivesafelywithyourhandsonthesteeringwheel.Youhavefullrespon-
sibility and assume all risks related to the use of the Uconnect®features and
applications in this vehicle. Only use Uconnect®when it is safe to do so. Failure to
do so may result in an accident involving serious injury or death.
•IgnoringtheRearviewMirrorlightcouldmeanyoumaynothave9-1-1Callservices.
If the Rearview Mirror light is illuminated, have an authorized dealer service the
9-1-1 Call system immediately.
•Ifanyoneinthevehiclecouldbeindanger(e.g.,fireorsmokeisvisible,dangerous
road conditions or location), do not wait for voice contact from a 9-1-1 operator. All
occupants should exit the vehicle immediately and move to a safe location.
•The9-1-1Callsystemisembeddedintothevehicle’selectricalsystem.Donotadd
any aftermarket electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical system. This may
prevent your vehicle from sending a signal to initiate an emergency call. To avoid
interference that can cause the 9-1-1 Call system to fail, never add aftermarket
equipment (e.g., two-way mobile radio, CB radio, data recorder, etc.) to your
vehicle’s electrical system or modify the antennas on your vehicle. IF YOUR
VEHICLE LOSES BATTERY POWER FOR ANY REASON (INCLUDING DURING OR
AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THE UCONNECT®FEATURES, APPS AND SERVICES,
AMONG OTHERS, WILL NOT OPERATE.
•Modificationstoanypartofthe9-1-1Callsystemcouldcausetheairbagsystem
to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to
help protect you.
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Media
Uconnect®offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth®and auxiliary ports (If Equipped).
Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod®devices. (Remote CD
player optional and not available on all vehicles.)
Push the VR button.Afterthebeep,sayoneofthefollowingcommandsand
follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist.
•Change sourceto Bluetooth®
•Change sourceto iPod®
•Change sourceto USB
•Play artistBeethoven;Play albumGreatest Hits;Play songMoonlight Sonata;Play
genreClassical
TIP:Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod®or
USB device. Your Voice Command must matchexactlyhow the artist, album, song and
genre information is displayed.
Uconnect® 8.4AN Media
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