towing 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

TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS)
Tr a i l e r t o w i n g w i t h t h i s v e h i c l e i s n o t r e c o m m e n d e d .
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels
On The Ground)
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Manual Transmission
Flat TowNoneNOT ALLOWED
Dolly TowFrontNOT ALLOWED
RearNOT RECOMMENDED
On TrailerAllOK
NOTE:
If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four wheels are off the ground.
CAUTION!
To w i n g t h i s v e h i c l e i n v i o l a t i o n o f t h e a b o v e r e q u i r e m e n t s c a n c a u s e s e v e r e t r a n s m i s -
sion damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
UTILITY
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-ElectronicThrottleControl(ETC)IndicatorLight
•ThislightinformsyouofaproblemwiththeElectronicThrottleControl(ETC)system.
•Ifaproblemisdetected,thelightwillcomeonwhiletheengineisrunning.Cyclethe
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
NEUTRAL position; the light should turn off.
•If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is flashing when the
engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
–TirePressureMonitoringSystem(TPMS)Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size
than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to
the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE
AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE
PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES
BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Yo u r v e h i c l e h a s a l s o b e e n e q u i p p e d w i t h a T P M S m a l f u n c t i o n i n d i c a t o r t o i n d i c a t e w h e n
the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine
start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving
cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead
to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do
not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
–ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)Activation/MalfunctionIndicatorLight
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continu-
ously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven
several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you
drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
–TurnSignalIndicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is operated.
Atonewillchime,andaDIDmessagewillappearifeitherturnsignalisleftonformore
than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
–HighBeamIndicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
–VehicleSecurityLight
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm
is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The
security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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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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Access, Uconnect®...........38Adding Engine Coolant(Antifreeze).............119Adding Fuel...............30Adding Washer Fluid..........119Adjustable Pedals............19Air BagAdvanced Front Air Bag.......12Advance Front Air Bag.......12Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Air Bag Warning Light . . . . . . . .12Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .12Rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Side Impacts.............12Air Bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Air Cleaner, Engine(Engine Air Cleaner Filter).....119Air Conditioner Maintenance.....119Air Conditioning...........33,35Air Conditioning Refrigerant......119Air Conditioning System........119AlarmVehicle Security Alarm.......10Alarm (Security Alarm)......10,103Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .118, 119Capacities.............118Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Anti-Lock Warning Light.........99APPUconnect®Access..........41Appearance Care............119Arming System (Security Alarm)....10Assistance Towing............99Audio Systems (Radio).........56Automatic Headlights..........23Automatic TemperatureControl (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Back-Up Camera............35Battery.................119Body Mechanism Lubrication.....119Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Brake System.............119Fluid Check............119Master Cylinder..........119Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Calibration, Compass..........91Capacities, Antifreeze(Engine Coolant)..........118Capacities, Fluid............118Caps, FillerOil (Engine)............119Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Charging System Light.........99Child Restraint..............14CleaningWheels...............119Windshield Wiper Blades.....119Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light....99Charging System Light.......99Electronic Speed ControlSET Indicator . . . . . . . . . . .104Engine Temperature WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101High Beam Indicator.......103Oil Pressure Warning Light . . . . .99Ti r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m(TPMS) Light...........100Tu r n S i g n a l I n d i c a t o r.......103Vehicle Security Light.......103Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Compact Spare Tire..........128Compass Calibration...........91Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)....119Coolant Capacity.........118Coolant Level...........119Disposal Of Used Coolant.....119Drain, Flush, And Refill......119Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Points To Remember.......119Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . .119Selection Of Coolant(Antifreeze).........118, 119Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . .119Cruise Control (Speed Control).....24Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Customer Assistance..........130Customer Programmable Features . . .94
INDEX
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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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