air condition DODGE VIPER 2015 VX / 3.G User Guide

10. Power Outlet pg. 97
11. Emergency Brake
12. Automatic Climate Control (behind gear shifter)
•AutomaticClimateControlspg.33
•AirConditioning(A/C)pg.35
•Recirculationpg.35
13. Electronic Speed Control pg. 24
14. Adjustable Pedals pg. 19
15. Driver Information Display (DID) Controls pg. 91
16. Headlight Switch pg. 23
17. Power Mirrors
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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•TheORCturnsontheAirBagWarningLightintheinstrumentpanelforapproximately
four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition switch is first turned to the
ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off. If the
ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning
Light, either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound to alert you if the
light comes on again after initial startup.
•TheORCmonitorsthereadinessoftheelectronicpartsoftheairbagsystemwhenever
the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in the
OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will
not inflate.
•IftheAirBagWarningLightintheinstrumentpanelisnotonduringthefourtoeight
seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, stays on, or
turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center
immediately.
NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags
may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the air
bag system immediately.
•Afteranycollision,thevehicleshouldbetakentoanauthorizeddealerimmediately.
•Donotdriveyourvehicleaftertheairbagshavedeployed.Ifyouareinvolvedinanother
collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
•Ifitisnecessarytomodifytheairbagsystemforpersonswithdisabilities,contactyour
authorized dealer.
•Referto“SupplementalRestraintSystem(SRS)”in“ThingsToKnowBeforeStarting
Yo u r Ve h i c l e ” i n t h e O w n e r ' s M a n u a l o n t h e D V D f o r f u r t h e r i n f o r m a t i o n .
WARNING!
•Relyingontheairbagsalonecouldleadtomoresevereinjuriesinacollision.The
air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air
bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
•BeingtooclosetothesteeringwheelorinstrumentpanelduringAdvancedFrontAir
Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to
inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or
instrument panel.
•Noobjectsshouldbeplacedoverorneartheairbagontheinstrumentpanelor
steering wheel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a
collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate.
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Air Conditioning (A/C)
•IftheairconditioningbuttonispressedwhileinAUTOmode,thesystemwillexitAUTO
mode and stay in A/C. The mode and blower will be set at the closest mode and blower
position that the system was operating in AUTO.
Air Recirculation/MaxA/C
•RotatetheTemperatureControltotheMAXA/Cpositiontoautomaticallyturnonboth
Air Conditioning and Recirculation.
•Forwindowdefogging,turntherecirculationbuttonoff.
•Recirculationisnotallowedindefrost/floor(mix)modesforapproximatelyfive
minutes. Recirculation is allowed in floor mode.
PARKVIEW® REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
•Youcanseeanon-screenimageoftherearsurroundingsofyourvehiclewheneverthe
shift lever is put into REVERSE. The ParkView®Rear Back-Up Camera image will be
displayed in the touchscreen display along with a caution note to “check entire
surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds this note will disappear.
•Iftherearviewmirrorortouchscreendisplayappearsfoggy,cleantheParkView®
camera located above the licence plate.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up; even when using the ParkView®Rear
Back-Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for
pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before backing up.
Yo u m u s t c o n t i n u e t o p a y a t t e n t i o n w h i l e b a c k i n g u p . F a i l u r e t o d o s o c a n r e s u l t i n
serious injury or death.
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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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Uconnect® Access Via Mobile — If Equipped (Available On Uconnect® 8.4AN)
Uconnect®Access Via Mobile offers additional apps such as Aha™, iHeartRadio,
Pandora®and Slacker Radio. It uses your smartphone’s existing data plan to access
Uconnect®System-enabled apps, which you can control using both your touchscreen and
steering wheel controls. Customer’s data plan charges will apply.
To g e t s t a r t e d u s i n g V i a M o b i l e a p p s , f i r s t r e g i s t e r y o u r U c o n n e c t®Access system where you'll
be guided through the setup of your Via Mobile (requires a compatible Android or iPhone®
smartphone). Please refer to “Uconnect®Access Registration” for more information.
The Uconnect®Access app is compatible with select iPhone®and Android smartphones.
Visit UconnectPhone.com to confirm that your smartphone is compatible with
Uconnect®.Onceyou’veconfirmedyoursmartphoneiscompatible,pairittothevehicle
touchscreen via Bluetooth®to use Via Mobile apps. If using an iPhone®,aUSBcableis
supported for the data connection.
Launch the Uconnect®Access App on your smartphone, and login with your username
and password that was set up during registration. Accept the Terms and Conditions.
•EnsurethatViaMobiledatahasbeenturnedonunder“Settings”intheUconnect®
Access App.
•AgreenindicatornexttothewordsViaMobilewillshowwhenitisreadytoprovidedata
to the radio (a blue indicator when data is being sent). A red indicator means that it is
not ready to provide data.
•Onandroidphones,orange/yellowmeansthephoneisconnectedtotheappropriate
servers, however Bluetooth is off.
Enable Smartphone For Via Mobile Apps
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–SeatBeltReminderLight
When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver or front
passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Indicator Light will flash or remain
on continuously. Refer to “Seat Belt Systems” in “Things To Know Before Starting” in your
Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
–BrakeWarningLight
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied,
that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system
reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is
at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic
system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this case, the
light will remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the
brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake, and a brake pedal
pulsation may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a portion
of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the
Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level. The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will
turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the
OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for approximately two
seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of
brake application.
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–ElectronicSpeedControlSETIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the cruising speed has been set.
–ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)OFFIndicatorLight
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
–DoorAjarIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when a door(s) is left ajar and not fully closed.
–WindshieldWasherFluidLowIndicator
This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking
the appropriate action:
•Onthehighways—slowdown.
•Incitytraffic—whilestopped,shiftthetransmissiontoNEUTRAL,butdonotincrease
engine idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
•Ifyourairconditioner(A/C)ison,turnitoff.TheA/Csystemaddsheattotheengine
cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
•Youcanalsoturnthetemperaturecontroltomaximumheat,themodecontroltofloor
and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
Yo u o r o t h e r s c a n b e b a d l y b u r n e d b y h o t e n g i n e c o o l a n t ( a n t i f r e e z e ) o r s t e a m f r o m y o u r
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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WARNING!
•Donotattempttosealatireonthesideofthevehicleclosesttotraffic.Pullfar
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.•DonotusetheTireServiceKitordrivethevehicleunderthefollowingcircum-
stances:
•Ifthepunctureinthetiretreadisapproximately1/4”.(6mm)orlarger.
•Ifthetirehasanysidewalldamage.
•Ifthetirehasanydamagefromdrivingwithextremelylowtirepressure.
•Ifthetirehasanydamagefromdrivingonaflattire.
•Ifthewheelhasanydamage.
•Ifyouareunsureoftheconditionofthetireorthewheel.
•KeeptheTireServiceKitawayfromopenflamesorheatsource.
•AlooseTireServiceKitthrownforwardinacollisionorhardstopcouldendangerthe
occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place provided.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,
your passengers, and others around you.
•TakecarenottoallowthecontentsoftheTireServiceKittocomeincontactwith
hair, eyes, or clothing. The Tire Service Kit is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or
absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush
immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change
clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact with clothing.
•TheTireServiceKitSealantsolutioncontainslatex.Incaseofanallergicreaction
or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep the Tire Service Kit out of reach of
children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink
plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
•The Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and
repaired or replaced after using the Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h)
until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
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EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR
is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment
or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems
performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety
systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
•Howvarioussystemsinyourvehiclewereoperating.
•Whetherornotthedriverandpassengersafetybeltswerebuckled/fastened.
•Howfar(ifatall)thedriverwasdepressingtheacceleratorand/orbrakepedal.
•Howfastthevehiclewastraveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes
and injuries occur.
NOTE:
EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is
recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. name,
gender, age, and crash location) is recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data
routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
To r e a d d a t a r e c o r d e d b y a n E D R , s p e c i a l e q u i p m e n t i s r e q u i r e d , a n d a c c e s s t o t h e v e h i c l e
or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties such as law
enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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Change the engine oil and engineoil filter.
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Replace the engine air cleaner.
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Replace the air conditioning filter.
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Inspect and replace the PCV Valveif necessary
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Replace the spark plugs **
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Flush and replace the engine cool-ant at 120 months if not done at150,000 miles (240,000 km).
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** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, monthly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
•Youcanbebadlyinjuredworkingonoraroundamotorvehicle.Doonlyserviceworkforwhichyouhavetheknowledgeandtheright
equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
•Failuretoproperlyinspectandmaintainyourvehiclecouldresultinacomponentmalfunctionandeffectvehiclehandlingand
performance. This could cause an accident.
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