ECU DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC.......2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT...............4INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING.......9VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM........10SEAT BELT SYSTEMS............11SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS........12CHILD RESTRAINTS............14NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS...17FRONT SEATS................18ADJUSTABLE PEDALS...........19ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST..........20TILT STEERING COLUMN.........20
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
SRT ENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONS............21TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGHBEAMS LEVER................22HEADLIGHT SWITCH............23ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL......24LAUNCH MODE................26ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPINGSYSTEM....................27ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL(ESC)......................28MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIPSHIFT.....................29ADDING FUEL................30AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURECONTROL (ATC)...............33PA R K V I E W®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA...35
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM....36YOUR RADIO.................38Uconnect®ACCESS.............38Uconnect®8.4AN...............54Uconnect®8.4AN VOICE RECOGNITIONQUICK TIPS..................67Uconnect®PHONE..............82STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . . 90DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) . . . 91PERFORMANCE PAGES...........93PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES.......94UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER(HomeLink®).................94POWER OUTLETS..............97
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS(MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHTRATINGS)...................98RECREATIONAL TOWING(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)......98
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..........99INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS....................99INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS...................103IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS......104TIRE SERVICE KIT.............105JUMP-STARTING..............111TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.....113FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE.......113EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).....114
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD...........115ENGINE COMPARTMENT.........116FLUID CAPACITIES............118FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, ANDGENUINE PARTS..............118MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES......119MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES......120SRT – MAINTENANCE RECORD.....123FUSES....................124SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES....126TIRE PRESSURES.............127SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED......127WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE....129EXTERIOR BULBS.............129
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER....130FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMERCENTER...................130ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARINGIMPAIRED..................130PUBLICATIONS ORDERING........130REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS INTHE UNITED STATES............131
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIESBY MOPAR®.................132
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS....133
INDEX.....................134
TABLE OF CONTENTS

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ START/STOP button for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle
Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled.
If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the following
audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will
flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.
To Arm:
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
•PushLOCKontheinteriorpowerdoorlockswitchwiththedriverand/orpassengerdoor
open.
•PushtheLOCKbuttonontheRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)transmitter.
•TheVehicleSecurityLightintheinstrumentclusterwillflashfor16seconds.This
shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is opened,
the ignition is cycled to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner,
the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
NOTE:
•Duringthe16-secondarmingperiod,ifadoorisopenedortheignitioniscycledto
ON/RUN, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
•Oncearmed,theVehicleSecurityAlarmdisablestheunlockswitchonthedriverdoor
trim panel and passenger door trim panel.
•UsingthekeytoopentheliftgatewhiletheVehicleSecurityAlarmisarmedwillnot
trigger the theft alarm.
To Disarm:
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods:
•PushtheUNLOCKbuttonontheRemoteKeylessEntry(RKE)transmitter.
•CyclethevehicleignitionsystemoutoftheOFFposition.
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Supplemental Side Air Bags
•ThisvehicleisequippedwithSupplementalDoor-IntegratedSideAirBagInflatable
Curtains (SABICs). The SABICs are located in the door trim below the side windows.
The trim covering the SABICs is labeled SRS AIRBAG.
•TheSABICsmayhelpreducetheriskofpartialorcompleteejectionofvehicle
occupants through side windows in certain side impact events.
•SABICsaredesignedtoactivateincertainsideimpacts.TheOccupantRestraint
Controller (“ORC”) determines whether the deployment of the SABIC in a particular
impact event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. Vehicle damage
by itself is not a good indicator of whether or not SABICs should have deployed.
WARNING!
•RelyingontheSABICsalonecouldleadtomoresevereinjuriesinacollision.The
SABICs work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, SABICs
won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt even though you have SABICs.
•SABICsneedroomtoinflate.Donotleanagainstthedoororwindow.Situprightin
the center of the seat.
•BeingtooclosetotheSABICsduringdeploymentcouldcauseyoutobeseverely
injured or killed.
•YourvehicleisequippedwithleftandrightSupplementalDoor-IntegratedSideAir
Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs). Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high
enough to block the deployment of the SABICs. The door trim below the side
windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are located, should remain free
from any obstructions.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats
rather than in the front.
Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children
ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
NOTE:
•Foradditionalinformation,refertowww.Seatcheck.orgorcall1-866-SEATCHECK.
•CanadianresidentsshouldrefertoTransportCanada’swebsiteforadditionalinforma-
tion: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm
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6. Finally, pull up on any extra webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child
restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle
seat.
7. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether
anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See
below for directions to attach a tether anchor.
8. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child
seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Installing the Top Tether Strap with the Vehicle Seat Belt:
When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up to
the tether anchor weight limit, when the child restraint is installed with the vehicle seat
belt.
Tether Anchorage Installation
There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the
passenger seat. To attach a child restraint tether strap to the anchor:
1. Move the seat forward.
2. Move the seatback to its full forward position.
3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either side with a screwdriver or similar
tool, as shown.
NOTE:
While the child tether is in use, keep the access cover in a safe place so that it can be
replaced after use of the child tether.
4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either opening in the seatback underneath
the head restraint.
5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop.
6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Apply body pressure to the seat to be
sure the seat adjusters have latched.
7. Return the seatback to an upright position.
8. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions.
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WARNING!
•Inacollision,anunrestrainedchild,evenatinybaby,canbecomeaprojectile
inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could
become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
The child and others could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your
vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's size.
•Rearward-facingchildseatsmustneverbeusedinthefrontseatofavehiclewith
afrontpassengerairbag.Anairbagdeploymentcouldcausesevereinjuryordeath
to infants in this position.
•Onlyusearearward-facingchildrestraintinavehiclewitharearseat.
•ImproperinstallationofachildrestrainttotheLATCHanchoragescanleadto
failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be severely injured or killed.
Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child
restraint.
•Anincorrectlyanchoredtetherstrapcouldleadtoincreasedheadmotionand
possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child
seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
•Ifyourvehicleisequippedwithasplitrearseat,makesurethetetherstrapdoesnot
slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.
NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS
The non-adjustable head restraints are form fitted into the upper structure of the seatback
and are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of
arearimpact.Theseatbackshouldbeproperlyadjustedtoanuprightpositionwherethe
head restraint is positioned as close as possible to the back of your head.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will
not provide the proper stability for passengers. An improperly latched seatback could
cause serious injury.
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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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Using Uconnect® Access
Getting Started With Apps
Applications (Apps) and features in your Uconnect®Access system deliver services that
are customized for the driver and are certified by FCA US LLC. Two different types are:
1.Built-In Features—Usethebuilt-in3GCellularNetworkonyourUconnect®8.4AN
radio.
2.Uconnect® Access Via Mobile—Uconnect®Access Via Mobile uses your smart-
phone’s existing data plan to access Uconnect®System-enabled apps, which you can
control both using your touchscreen and steering wheel controls. Customer’s data plan
charges will apply. Available on Uconnect®8.4AN radio (if equipped).
Get started with your Uconnect®Access apps by pressing the Uconnect®“Apps” button
on the menu bar at the bottom right corner of the radio touchscreen. Available apps and
features are organized by the tabs on the left of the screen.
Favorite Apps—Thisisthedefaultscreenwhenyoufirstpressthe“Apps”buttononthe
touchscreen, and is a good place to put the apps you use most frequently. To make an App
afavorite,pressthestarbuttonnexttotheappnameandconfirmthepromptwith“yes."
All Apps—OrganizesyourUconnect®Access apps (when available).
Running Apps—Pressthistabtoseewhichappsarecurrentlyrunning.
All Apps
1—CategoryTabs2—AppsButton
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Maintaining Your Uconnect® Access Account
Reinstalling An App
Yo u c a n e a s i l y c o r r e c t m a n y A p p l i c a t i o n r e l a t e d i s s u e s y o u m a y b e e x p e r i e n c i n g b y
resetting the App back to the factory setting. From the vehicle’s radio touchscreen,
complete the following steps:
1. Press the Uconnect®App and open the Uconnect®Store. Go to My Apps.
2. In My Apps, select “Settings” then “Reinstall App.” Press “Continue.”
3. Your Apps have been successfully re-installed.
Canceling Your Subscription
Should you want to cancel your subscription, you can remove your account information
using the same procedure contained in the Selling Your Vehicle section.
Selling Your Vehicle
When you sell your vehicle, we recommend that you remove your Uconnect®Access
Account information from the vehicle. You can do this using the radio touchscreen in the
vehicle or on the Mopar Owner Connect website (moparownerconnect.com). Removing
your account information cancels your subscription and makes your vehicle factory-ready
for a new owner/subscriber.
1. From your vehicle’s radio touchscreen, press the “Uconnect®Store” from the Apps
icon.
2. Select “My Apps,” then “Settings,” and then “Remove Uconnect®Account.”
3. Enter your Uconnect®Security PIN, select “Proceed to Remove Vehicle from
Uconnect Account.”
For additional information on Uconnect®:
•U.S.residents-visitDriveUconnect.comorcall1-877-855-8400.
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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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Mobile App (8.4AN)
Securely link your mobile device to your vehicle with the Uconnect®Access App. Once
you have downloaded the App, you may lock or unlock your vehicle from virtually any
distance.
Download the Uconnect®Access App to compatible Apple®or Android®mobile devices.
All you need to do is:
1.After registering with Uconnect®Access, log on to your Mopar®Owner Connect account
atmoparownerconnect.com
2. On the Dashboard page, enter your mobile phone number to receive a link to download
the App on your mobile device. Or, go to iTunes®or Google Play and search for the
Uconnect®Access App.
3. To activate the App, enter your Mopar Owner Connect user name and password and log
in. Your vehicle is then connected to your mobile device.
Mobile App
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