ESP DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G User Guide

IMPORTANT
This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important
features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and
Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside
Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We
hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased
by visiting www.techauthority.com. Dodge and Viper are registered
trademarks of FCA US LLC. Copyright 2015 FCA US LLC.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle,
you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of
the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals or
Warranty Booklet by calling 1-855-778-8326 (U.S.) or
1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.
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This guide has been prepared to help you
get quickly acquainted with your new SRT
and to provide a convenient reference
source for common questions. However, it
is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions,
maintenance procedures and important
safety messages, please consult your
Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect®
Manuals, and other Warning Labels in
your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may
apply to your vehicle. For additional
information on accessories to help
personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com
(U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your
local SRT high performance dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent
causes of accidents. Your driving ability can
be seriously impaired with blood alcohol
levels far below the legal minimum. If you
are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a
designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a
friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an
accident. Your perceptions are less sharp,
your re!exes are slower, and your judgment
is impaired when you have been drinking.
Never drink and then drive.
The driver’s primary responsibility
is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Driving while distracted can result
in loss of vehicle control, resulting
in a collision and personal injury.
FCA US LLC strongly recommends
that the driver use extreme caution
when using any device or feature
that may take their attention off the
road. Use of any electrical devices,
such as cellular telephones,
computers, portable radios,
vehicle navigation or other
devices, by the driver
while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous and could lead
to a serious collision. Texting while
driving is also dangerous and should
never be done while the vehicle is
moving. If you "nd yourself unable
to devote your full attention to
vehicle operation, pull off the road
to a safe location and stop your
vehicle. Some states or provinces
prohibit the use of cellular
telephones or texting while driving.
It is always the driver’s responsibility
to comply with all local laws.
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be
deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution (excluding legal lines).
WARNING!
•Pedalsthatcannotmovefreelycancauselossofvehiclecontrolandincreasethe
risk of serious personal injury.
•Alwaysmakesurethatobjectscannotfallintothedriverfootwellwhilethevehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator
pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
•Failuretoproperlyfollowfloormatinstallationormountingcancauseinterference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the
vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing
children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the
parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever/transmission gear selector.
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children,
and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
•Neverusethe“PARK”positionasasubstitutefortheparkingbrake.Alwaysapply
the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
•RefertoyourOwner'sManualontheDVDforfurtherdetails.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or
chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your
wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation
improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of
FCA US LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2015 FCA US LLC
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS
Air Bag System Components
Yo u r v e h i c l e m a y b e e q u i p p e d w i t h t h e f o l l o w i n g a i r b a g s y s t e m c o m p o n e n t s :
•OccupantRestraintController(ORC)
•AirBagWarningLight
•SteeringWheelandColumn
•InstrumentPanel
•KneeImpactBolsters
•AdvancedFrontAirBags
•SupplementalSideAirBags
•FrontandSideImpactSensors
•SeatBeltPretenioners
•SeatBeltBuckleSwitch
•SeatTrackPositionSensors
•OccupantClassificationSystem
Advanced Front Air Bags
•ThisvehiclehasAdvancedFrontAirBagsforboththedriverandfrontpassengerasa
supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not
deploy in every type of collision.
•AdvancedFrontAirBagsaredesignedtoprovideadditionalprotectionbysupplement-
ing the seat belts. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury
in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
•TheAdvancedFrontAirBagswillnotdeployinallfrontalcollisions,includingsome
that may produce substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions,
truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
•Ontheotherhand,dependingonthetypeandlocationofimpact,AdvancedFrontAir
Bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a
severe initial deceleration.
•Becauseairbagsensorsmeasurevehicledecelerationovertime,vehiclespeedand
damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have
deployed.
•Seatbeltsarenecessaryforyourprotectioninallcollisions,andalsoareneededtohelp
keep you in position, away from an inflating air bag.
•Theairbagsmustbereadytoinflateforyourprotectioninacollision.TheOccupant
Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring
associated with air bag system electrical components.
GETTING STARTED
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SRT ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
SRT Engine Break-In Recommendations: The following tips will be helpful in obtaining
optimum performance and maximum durability for your new SRT Vehicle.
Despite modern technology and World Class manufacturing methods, the moving parts of
the vehicle must still wear in with each other. This wearing in occurs mainly during the first
500 miles (805 km) and continues through the first oil change interval.
It is recommended for the operator to observe the following driving behaviors during the
new vehicle break-in period:
0to100miles(0to161km):
•Donotallowtheenginetooperateatidleforanextendedperiodoftime.
•Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid accelera-
tion.
•Avoidaggressivebraking.
•Drivewiththeenginespeedlessthan3,500RPM.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow55mph(88km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
100 to 300 miles (161 to 483 km):
•Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration
in lower gears (1st to 3rd gears).
•Avoidaggressivebraking.
•Drivewiththeenginespeedlessthan5,000RPM.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow70mph(112km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km):
•Exercisethefullenginerpmrange,shiftingmanually(paddlesorgearshift)athigher
rpms when possible.
•Donotperformsustainedoperationwiththeacceleratorpedalatwideopenthrottle.
•Maintainvehiclespeedbelow85mph(136km/h)andobservelocalspeedlimits.
For the first 1500 mi (2414 km):
•Donotparticipateintrackevents,sportdrivingschools,orsimilaractivitiesduringthe
first 1500 mi (2414 km).
NOTE:
Check engine oil with every refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may
be higher through the first oil change interval.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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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.
Yo u c o u l d b e b u r n e d . A l w a y s p l a c e f u e l c o n t a i n e r s o n t h e g r o u n d w h i l e f i l l i n g .
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Before You Drive, Familiarize Yourself With The Easy-To-Use Uconnect® System.
1. The ASSIST and 9-1-1 buttons are located on your rearview mirror. The ASSIST button
is used for contacting Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Care and Uconnect®Care. The
9-1-1 button connects you directly to emergency assistance.
NOTE:
Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 Call system capabilities. 9-1-1
or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mexico may not answer or respond to
9-1-1 system calls.
2. The Uconnect®“Apps” button on the touchscreen is where you should begin the
registration process for your included trial of Uconnect®Access. From here, you can
also manage your Apps and purchase WiFi.
3. The Uconnect®Voice Command and Uconnect®Phone buttons are located on the left
side of your steering wheel. These buttons allow you to use your voice to make phone
calls, send and receive text messages, control your media, enter navigation destina-
tions and more all without taking your hands off the steering wheel.
Included Trial Period For New Vehicles
Yo u r n e w v e h i c l e m a y c o m e w i t h a n i n c l u d e d t r i a l p e r i o d f o r u s e o f t h e U c o n n e c t®Access
Services starting at the date of vehicle purchase (date based on vehicle sales notification
from your dealer). To activate the trial, you must first register with Uconnect®Access.
Once registered, Uconnect®Access customers can purchase additional Services and
Apps over the lifetime of their vehicle ownership.
Features And Packages
After the trial period, you can subscribe to continue your service by visiting the Uconnect®
Store located within the Mopar Owner Connect website (moparownerconnect.com).
If you need assistance, U.S. residents can call Uconnect®Care at 855-792-4241.
For the latest information on packages and pricing information: U.S. residents visit
DriveUconnect.com.
Uconnect® Access Registration (Uconnect® 8.4AN, U.S. 48 Contiguous States,
Alaska And Hawaii)
To u n l o c k t h e f u l l p o t e n t i a l o f U c o n n e c t®Access in your vehicle, you first need to register
with Uconnect®Access.
1. From the parked vehicle with the radio touchscreen powered on, select the “Apps”
button located near the bottom right-hand corner of the radio touchscreen.
NOTE:
Should you require assistance anytime during the registration process, simply call
Uconnect®Care at 1-855-792-4241.
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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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3.Roadside Assistance (If Equipped)–Ifyourvehicleisequippedwiththisfeatureand
within wireless range, you may be able to connect to Roadside Assistance by pressing
the “Assist” button on the Rearview Mirror. You will be presented with Assist Care
options. Make a selection by pressing the prompts displayed on the radio. If Roadside
Assistance is provided to your vehicle, you agree to be responsible for any additional
roadside assistance service costs that you may incur. To provide Uconnect®Services to
you, we may record and monitor your conversations with Roadside Assistance,
Uconnect®Care or Vehicle Care, whether such conversations are initiated through the
Uconnect®Services in your vehicle, or via a landline or mobile telephone, and may
share information obtained through such recording and monitoring in accordance
with regulatory requirements. You acknowledge, agree and consent to any recording,
monitoring or sharing of information obtained through any such call recordings.
4.Yelp®–Customershavetheabilitytosearchfornearbydestinationsorapointof
interest (POI) either by category or custom search by using keywords (for example,
“Italian restaurant”). Searching can be done by voice or using the touchscreen keypad.
Using the touchscreen, launch Yelp®by selecting the “Apps” icon. Press “All Apps”
tab, and then press “Yelp”. To use voice recognition, launch Yelp®,thenpushtheVR
button on the steering wheel and follow the instructions in the teleprompter.
5.Theft Alarm Notification–TheTheftAlarmNotificationfeaturenotifiesyouviaE-mail
or text message (SMS) when the vehicle’s factory-installed theft alarm system has
been set-off. There are a number of reasons why your alarm may have been triggered,
one of which could be that your vehicle was stolen. If so, please see the details of the
Stolen Vehicle Assistance service below. When you register, Theft Alarm Notification is
automatically set to send you an E-mail at the mail address you provide should the
alarm go off. You may also opt to have a text message sent to your mobile device.
6.Stolen Vehicle Assistance–Ifyourvehicleisstolen,contactlocallawenforcement
immediately to file a stolen vehicle report. Once this report has been filed, Uconnect®
care can help locate your vehicle. The Uconnect®Care agent will ask for the stolen
vehicle report number issued by local law enforcement. Then, using GPS technology
and the built-in wireless connection within your vehicle, the Uconnect®Care agent will
be able to locate the stolen vehicle and work with law enforcement to help recover it.
(Vehicle must be within the United States, have network coverage and must be
registered with Uconnect®Access with an active subscription that includes the
applicable feature).
7.WiFi Hotspot–WiFiHotspotison-demandWiFiconnectivitythat'sbuilt-inandreadyto
go whenever you are. Once your vehicle is registered for Uconnect®Access, you can
purchase a Wifi Hotspot subscription at the Uconnect®Store. After you've made your
purchase, turn on your signal and connect your devices. It's never been easier to bring
your home or office with you.
NOTE:
Yo u r v e h i c l e m u s t h a v e a p r o p e r l y f u n c t i o n i n g e l e c t r i c a l s y s t e m f o r a n y o f t h e i n v e h i c l e
Uconnect®features to operate.
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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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