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

JUMP-STARTING
•If your vehicle has a discharged battery it
can be jump-started using a set of jumper
cables and a battery in another vehicle or
by using a portable battery booster pack.
•Jump-startingcanbedangerousifdone
improperly so please follow the proce-
dures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer’s operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
Preparations for Jump-Start
•Thebatteryisstoredunderanaccesscoverinthetrunk.Remotebatterypostsare
located on the left side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
NOTE:
The remote battery posts are viewed by standing on the left side of the vehicle looking over
the fender.
•Settheparkingbrake,shiftthetransmissionintogearandturntheignitiontoOFF.
•Turnofftheheater,radio,andallunnecessaryelectricalaccessories.
•Ifusinganothervehicletojump-startthebattery,parkthevehiclewithinthejumper
cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the
discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-)
post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Jump Starting Locations
1—RemoteNegativePost2—RemotePositivePost
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This vehicle must be towed with all four wheels
OFF the ground using a flatbed. Always comply with applicable state or local towing
ordinances.
CAUTION!
•Failuretofollowthesetowingmethodscancauseseveretransmissiondamage.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
•Donotattempttousesling-typeequipmentwhentowing.Whensecuringthe
vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
•Ifyourvehiclebecomesstuckinmud,sandorsnow,itcanoftenbemovedbyarocking
motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Then shift back and forth between 2nd gear and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator
pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most
effective.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone
near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)16 Gallons60.6 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
We recommend you use syntheticSAE 0W-40, API Certified.11 Quarts10.4 Liters
Transmission
We recommend you use MOPAR®
AT F + 4®Automatic Transmission Fluid.3.4 Quarts3.2 Liters
Rear Axle
We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear and AxleLubricant.1.5 Quarts1.4 Liters
Cooling System *
We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolantconforming to MS.90032) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent).
16 Quarts 15 Liters
*IncludesheaterandcoolantrecoverybottlefilledtoMAXlevel.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR®Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OATcoolant conforming to MS.90032.
Engine OilWe recommend you use a full synthetic 0W-40engine oil such as MOPAR®or Pennzoil Ultra orequivalent engine oil.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR®Engine OilFilters.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR®Spark Plugs,see your authorized dealer.
Fuel Selection We recommend you use Unleaded 91 OctaneOnly or Higher.
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
•Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not
use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with
the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recom-
mended.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Tr a n s m i s s i o nWe recommend you use MOPAR®AT F + 4®Auto-matic Transmission Fluid.
Rear AxleWe recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE75W-140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant.
Brake/Clutch Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR®Brake andClutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR®Power Steer-ing Fluid + 4, MOPAR®or ATF+4®AutomaticTr a n s m i s s i o n F l u i d .
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Main-
tenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or
mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle perfor-
mance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe
operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and
service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km)
or six months, whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Checktheengineoillevelaboutfiveminutesafterafullywarmedengineisshutoff.
Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of
the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Checkthewindshieldwashersolventandaddifrequired.
Once A Month
•Checktirepressureandlookforunusualwearordamage.Rotatetiresatthefirstsign
of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.
•Inspectthebattery,andcleanandtightentheterminalsasrequired.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,powersteering,
and transmission, and add as needed.
•Checkalllightsandallotherelectricalitemsforcorrectoperation.
At Each Oil Change
•Changetheengineoilfilter.
•Inspecttheexhaustsystem.
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.
•Inspectthebrakehoses.
•Inspectthesuspensioncomponents.
•Lubricatedoorhingesandchecksprings.
•Checktheenginecoolantlevel,hoses,andclamps.
•Checkpowersteeringfluidlevel.
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MAINTENANCE CHARTMiles:
6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000
114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months:
6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oil and engineoil filter.
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Rotate the tires, rotate at thefirst sign of irregular wear, even ifit occurs before scheduled main-tenance.
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Inspect the brake linings; replaceif necessary.
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Inspect the exhaust system.
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Change Brake Fluid
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Adjust the parking brake onvehicles equipped with four wheeldisc brakes.
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Change the manual transmissionfluid.
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Inspect the manual transmissionfluid, add as necessary.
XX XX XX XX
Change the rear axle fluid.
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Inspect front suspension, tie rodends, and boot seals, for cracks orleaks and all parts for damage,wear, improper looseness or endplay; replace if necessary.
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Defects, Reporting...........131Dimmer Control.............23Dimmer Switch, Headlight.......23Disabled Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . .99DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)....119
ElectronicsYo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n d S y s t e m....36Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Electronic Stability Control(ESC)..............28,103Electronic Stability Control (ESC)OFF Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . .104Emergency, In Case OfBrake Warning Light . . . . . . .102Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . . .113Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . .104To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 9Emergency Key..............8EngineAir Cleaner.............119Checking Oil Level.........119Compartment............116Coolant (Antifreeze)........118Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Fuel Requirements.........118Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118, 119Oil Filler Cap...........119Oil Selection . . . . . . . . .118, 119Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . .104Starting................9Stopping...............9Te m p e r a t u r e W a r n i n g L i g h t....101Engine Oil Viscosity..........118Event Data Recorder..........114Exhaust System............119
FA Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 3FiltersAir Cleaner.............119Engine Oil..........118, 119Engine Oil Disposal........119FlashersTu r n S i g n a l............103
Fluid Capacities............118Fluid Level ChecksBrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Capacities.............118Manual Transmission.......119Power Steering..........119Fluids, Lubricants AndGenuine Parts............118Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . .113Frequently Asked Questions......133FuelAdding................30Octane Rating . . . . . . . . . . .118Requirements...........118Ta n k C a p a c i t y...........118Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)...94General Maintenance.........119Glass Cleaning.............119
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®)....82HeadlightsAutomatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Cleaning..............119Dimmer Switch...........23High Beam.............22Head Restraints.............17High Beam Indicator..........103High Beam/Low Beam Select(Dimmer) Switch...........22HomeLink®(Garage Door Opener) . . .94Hood Release.............115
Instrument Cluster............6Instrument Cluster WarningLights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99, 103Instrument Panel Cover........119Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . .119Interior And Instrument Lights......5Interior Appearance Care.......119Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . .22Introduction................2iPod®/USB/MP3 ControlBluetooth®Streaming Audio....82
INDEX
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Jump Starting.............111
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Locking Doors.............8Locking Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . .8Unlocking Doors............8Unlocking Liftgate . . . . . . . . . .8Key Fob Programmable Features....92Keyless Enter-N-GoStarting/Stopping...........9Keyless Entry System...........8
Lap/Shoulder Belts...........11LightsBulb Replacement........129High Beam Indicator . . . . . . .103Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Seat Belt Reminder........102Security Alarm...........103Service...............129Ti r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g(TPMS)..............100Lubrication, Body...........119
Maintenance Free Battery . . . . . . .119Maintenance, General.........119Maintenance Procedures.......119Maintenance Record..........123Maintenance Schedule.....120, 121Malfunction Indicator Light(Check Engine)...........103Manual TransmissionFluid Level Check.........119Lubricant Selection........119Master Cylinder (Brakes)........119MOPAR®Accessories.........132
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Occupant Restraints...........13Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .118, 119Capacity..............118Change Interval..........119Checking..............119Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Filter.............118, 119
Filter Disposal...........119Materials Added To........119Recommendation......118, 119Viscosity...........118, 119Oil Filter, Selection...........119Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . .99OutletPower................97Overheating, Engine..........104
Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Panic Alarm................8Pedals, Adjustable............19Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®). . . .82Phone (Uconnect®)...........82Placard, Tire And LoadingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . .127PowerOutlet (AuxiliaryElectrical Outlet) . . . . . . . . . .97Seats................18PretensionersSeat Belts..............11Programmable ElectronicFeatures.............93,94
RadioPresets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Rain Sensitive Wiper System......22Rear Camera...............35Rear ParkSense System.........35Recreational Towing...........98Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Reporting Safety Defects.......131Restraint, Head.............17Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.....113
Schedule, Maintenance........120Seat Belt Maintenance........119Seat Belts................11Adjustable Shoulder Belt......11Pretensioners............11Reminder.............102Seat Belt Warning..........11Seats...................18Adjustment.............18Power................18
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