belt DODGE VIPER 2017 VX / 3.G Service Manual

CAUTION!(Continued)
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a
“fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation mode feature conserves battery power
when storing the vehicle. It allows for up to three months
of storage time without losing radio and engine controller
adaptive memory. Using this feature is an alternative to
disconnecting the battery.
NOTE: This vehicle is designed to sit in storage with a
fully charged battery for up to 30 days. If you plan to store
the vehicle longer than 30 days, we recommend doing one
of the following:
• Disconnect the battery.
• Use the battery charger.
• Put the vehicle into Hibernation mode (3-month charge).
To Activate Hibernation Mode
1. Cycle the ignition switch to (ACC).
2. Select Hibernation mode within the instrument cluster
display.
3. Push the right arrow button on the steering wheel controls for one second. Vehicle will countdown from
ten seconds and enter Hibernation Mode.
NOTE: You may push the right arrow button on the
steering wheel controls during the countdown to abort
Hibernation Mode.
To Deactivate Hibernation Mode
1. Push the key fob UNLOCK button to unlock the vehicle.
2. Push the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
start of each warm season. This service should include
cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time.
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Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun
damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle
to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth. Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
NOTE:
If the belts retract slowly, inspect the upper turning
loop for soiling. If soiling is present, clean with a wet soft
cloth until all residue is removed.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not
disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies
must be replaced after a collision if they have been
damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Battery.............................. .120, 269
Charging System Light ....................120
Emergency Starting ...................... .256
Jump Starting .......................... .256
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................18
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................18
Location .............................. .269
Remote Battery Replacement .................18
Saving Feature (Protection) ..................271
Storing Vehicle ......................... .271
Belts, Seat .................................67
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................272
B-Pillar Location .......................... .215
Brake Control System, Electronic ................205
Brake, Parking ............................ .202
Brake System ......................... .203, 279
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... .203, 205
Fluid Check ........................ .280, 300
Master Cylinder ........................ .280
Warning Light ...........................117
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..........204
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................86
Bulb Replacement ......................... .297
Bulbs, Light ........................... .69, 296Camera, Rear
..............................95
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........298
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .298
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ........................... .268
Power Steering ......................... .202
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................278
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................66, 238
Car Washes .............................. .282
Chains, Tire ............................. .228
Chart, Tire Sizing ...........................211
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .265
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ................66
Checks, Safety .............................66
Child Restraint .............................
55
Child Restraints Booster Seats ............................58
Child Restraints ..........................55
Child Seat Installation ......................61
Infants And Child Restraints .................57
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........57
Using The Top Tether Anchorage ..............62
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .235
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .283
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INDEX 315

Inside Rearview Mirror.......................73
Instrument Cluster .............114,115,119, 122, 129
Instrument Cluster Display Instrument Cluster Display ..................131
Instrument Panel And Controls .................113
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................286
Interior Appearance Care .....................284
Interior Lights ..............................86
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............88
Introduction ................................4
Jump Starting ............................ .256
KeyFob...................................9 Programming Additional Key Fobs .............13
Remote Battery Replacement .................18
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....18
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......18
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry .................16
Key-In Reminder ............................11
Keyless Entry System .......................9,16
Keyless Go .................................9
Key, Replacement ...........................13
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................12 Lane Change And Turn Signals
.................85
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........................28
Latches ..................................69
Hood ..................................81
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .235
Leaks, Fluid ...............................69
Life Of Tires ............................. .227
Liftgate ..................................24
Light Bulbs ................................69
Lights ................................ .69, 83
AirBag...........................36, 67, 117
Anti-Lock ............................. .206
Automatic Headlights ......................84
Brake Warning ..........................117
Bulb Replacement .....................296, 297
Cruise ............................... .130
Daytime Running .........................85
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................85, 86
Engine Temperature Warning ................119
Exterior ................................69
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................246
Headlights ..............................83
Headlights On Reminder ....................85
Headlights On With Wipers ...............84,
89
Headlight Switch .........................83
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High Beam..............................86
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................86
Illuminated Entry .........................16
Instrument Cluster ........................83
Intensity Control ..........................86
Interior ................................86
Lights On Reminder .......................85
Low Fuel ............................. .128
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........123
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .............87
Park ................................. .129
Passing ................................86
Seat Belt Reminder .......................116
Security Alarm ..........................119
Service ............................ .296, 297
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........126, 231
Turn Signal ....................... .69, 85, 129
Vanity Mirror ............................76
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ....119,129
Loading Vehicle Tires................................. .215
Locks ....................................20
Automatic Door ..........................21
Auto Unlock .............................21
Door ..................................20 Power Door
.............................20
Low Tire Indicator ......................... .231
Low Tire Pressure System .....................231
Lubrication, Body ......................... .272
Lug Nuts ............................... .247
Maintenance Free Battery .....................269
Maintenance Procedures ..................... .267
Maintenance Schedule ................301, 302, 303
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .123, 265
Manual, Service ............................311
Manual Transmission ....................192, 282
Fluid Level Check .....................281, 300
Lubricant Selection ...................... .300
Shift Speeds ........................... .195
Methanol ............................... .235
Mirrors ..................................73
Electric Remote ...........................76
Outside ............................. .75,
76
Rearview ...............................73
Vanity .................................76
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................231
MOPAR Parts ......................... .266, 310
MTBE/ETBE ............................. .235
320 INDEX

Multi-Function Control Lever...................85
Occupant Restraints .........................25
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .................235
Oil, Engine ........................... .267, 298
Capacity .............................. .298
Change Interval ........................ .268
Checking ............................. .267
Dipstick .............................. .267
Disposal .............................. .268
Filter ............................. .269, 298
Filter Disposal .......................... .268
Materials Added To ...................... .268
Pressure Warning Light ....................120
Recommendation .....................268, 298
Viscosity .......................... .268, 298
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .269
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .269
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .120
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................264
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ...............97
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................75
Overheating, Engine ....................... .246Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)
............4,311
Paint Care ............................... .282
Panic Alarm ...............................18
Parking Brake ............................ .202
Parking On Hill ........................... .202
Passing Light ..............................86
Pedals, Adjustable ...........................90
Pets .....................................64
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ........215, 216
Power Brakes ............................... .203
Door Locks ..............................20
Mirrors ................................76
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............103
Steering ........................... .201, 202
Windows ...............................22
Power

Seats
Forward ................................79
Rearward ...............................79
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .................33
Pretensioners Seat Belts ...............................33
Programming Key Fobs (Remote Keyless Entry) ......1810
INDEX 321

Radial Ply Tires........................... .222
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............278
Radio Antenna ........................... .160
Radio Frequency General Information ..................12, 13, 19
Radio Operation .......................... .160
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .158
Rear Camera ...............................95
Rear Liftgate ...............................24
Rear Window Defroster ......................110
Rear Window Features .......................110
Reclining Front Seats .........................78
Recreational Towing ........................ .242
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .235
Refrigerant .............................. .272
Reminder, Lights On .........................85
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................27
Remote Keyless Entry ........................16
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................18
Programming Additional Key Fobs .............13
Remote Battery Replacement .................18
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........159
Replacement Keys ...........................13
Replacement Parts ......................... .266
Replacement Tires ......................... .227Reporting Safety Defects
......................311
Restraint, Head .............................81
Restraints, Child ............................55
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................259
Rotation, Tires ............................ .229
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................67
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................69
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................311
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..........................66
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .210
Safety Tips ................................66
Schedule, Maintenance ...................301, 302
Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ............34
Energy Management Feature .................33
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation .................30
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................28
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................32
Pregnant Women .........................33
Seat

Belt Extender .........................32
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................33
Seat Belt Reminder ........................27
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .286
Seat Belt Reminder ..........................27
322 INDEX

Seat Belts............................. .26, 67
Child Restraint ...........................55
Extender ...............................32
Front Seat ........................ .26, 28, 30
Inspection ..............................67
Operating Instructions ......................30
Pregnant Women .........................33
Pretensioners ............................33
Rear Seat ...............................28
Reminder ..............................116
Untwisting Procedure ......................32
Seats ................................. .77, 79
Adjustment .......................... .77, 79
Reclining ...............................78
Security Alarm ......................... .14, 119
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............298
Selection Of Oil ........................... .268
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................13
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................12
Sentry Key Replacement ......................13
Service Assistance ......................... .308
Service Contract .......................... .309
Service Manuals ...........................311
Shift Indicator Light ........................ .195Shift Speeds
.......................... .192, 195
Shoulder Belts .............................28
Signals, Turn ........................ .69, 85, 129
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................228
Spare Tire ............................ .224, 225
Spark Plugs ............................. .298
Speed Control Resume ................................94
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................92
Starting ................................ .190
Emergency (Jump Starting) ..................256
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .192
Starting And Operating ..................... .190
Starting Procedures ........................ .190
Steering Column Controls .........................85
Power ............................ .201, 202
T

ilt Column .............................90
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................159
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .159
Storage ................................. .294
Storage, Vehicle ........................... .169
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .259
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ...........3810
INDEX 323

Uconnect Voice Command....................171
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................229
Universal Transmitter ........................97
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .235
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .................32
Upholstery Care .......................... .285
Vanity Mirrors .............................76
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............6
Vehicle Loading ........................... .217
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ...........14
Vehicle Storage ........................ .169, 294
Vinyl Trim .............................. .285
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................268, 298
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................171
Warning Flasher, Hazard .....................246
Warnings And Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ...................... .310
Washer Adding Fluid .......................... .273
Washers, Windshield ..................... .89, 273
Washing Vehicle .......................... .282Water
Driving Through ........................ .200
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .283
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................283
Window Fogging .......................... .169
Windows .................................22
Power .................................22
Reset Auto-Up ...........................23
Windshield Defroster .........................67
Windshield Washers ...................87, 89, 273
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................273
Windshield Wipers ..........................87
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................273
Wipers, Intermittent .........................88
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