engine overheat DODGE VIPER 2016 VX / 3.G User Guide

WARNING!(Continued)
engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the
cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes
pressure to build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal
rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child
or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up
any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator/coolant pressure cap
unless checking for engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze
point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant
of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once
a month.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353

Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck ................327
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................310
Jump Starting ......................... .323
Overheating .......................... .310
Towing ............................. .329
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........334
Engine ................................ .333
Air Cleaner .......................... .340
Checking Oil Level ..................... .337
Compartment ......................... .333
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................349, 381
Cooling ............................. .349
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................86, 301
Fails To Start ......................... .240
Flooded, Starting ...................... .240
Fuel Requirements ...................297, 380
Oil .......................... .337, 380, 381
Oil Change Interval ..................... .338Oil Filler Cap
......................... .339
Oil Filter ............................ .339
Oil Selection ...................... .338, 380
Overheating .......................... .310
Engine Oil Viscosity ....................339, 380
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............67
Ethanol ............................... .298
Event Data Recorder ........................71
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................86, 301
Exhaust System ....................... .86, 346
Exterior Lighting ......................... .105
Exterior Lights ............................88
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .340
Engine Oil ........................ .339, 381
Engine Oil Disposal .....................339
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .310
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Vanity................................97
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................291
MOPAR Parts ........................ .336, 399
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .298
Multi-Function Control Lever .................108
Occupant Restraints ........................33
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................297
Oil, Engine ...................... .337, 380, 381
Capacity ............................ .380
Change Interval ....................... .338
Checking ............................ .337
Dipstick ............................. .337
Disposal ............................. .339
Filter ............................ .339, 381
Filter Disposal ........................ .339
Materials Added To ..................... .339
Pressure Warning Light ...................154 Recommendation
....................338, 380
Viscosity ......................... .339, 380
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .339
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .339
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .154
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................334
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) .............123
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ....................96
Overheating, Engine ...................... .310
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........4,400
Paint Care ............................. .359
Panic Alarm ..............................22
Parking Brake ........................... .255
Parking On Hill ......................... .255
Passing Light ........................... .109
Pedals, Adjustable .........................115
Pets ....................................83
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