fuel DODGE VIPER SRT 2016 VX / 3.G User Guide

•Hibernation
The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel: •
UP Arrow Button
Push and release the UParrow button to scroll
upward through the main menu and sub-
menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio,
Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
• DOWN Arrow Button
Push and release the DOWNarrow button to
scroll downward through the main menu and
submenus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Au-
dio, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
DID Steering Wheels Controls
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1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display willilluminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for
non critical warnings, red for critical warnings, and
white for on demand information.
2. Audio / Phone Information and Sub-menu Informa- tion — Whenever there are sub-menus available, the
position within the sub-menus is shown here.
3. Reconfigurable Telltales/Information
4. Telltales/Indicators
5. Selectable Information (Tach, Mph/Kmh, Vehicle Info, Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, Stored Messages,
Screen Setup, Performance, Diagnostics, Hibernation)
6. Suspension Status — The suspension status icon will illuminate in this area. Refer to “Starting And Operat-
ing” for further information. 7. ESC Status — The ESC status icon will illuminate in
this area. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System”
in “Starting And Operating” for further information.
8. Launch Control status when launch control mode is entered. Refer to “Launch Mode” in “Starting And
Operating” for further information.
The main display area will normally display the main
menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main
menu. The main display area also displays “pop up”
messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn-
ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall
into several categories:
• Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most of
the messages of this type are then stored (as long as the
condition that activated it remains active) and can be
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reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. As long
as there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in
the DID’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this
message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out”
and “Low Tire Pressure.”
NOTE:Pushing the LEFT arrow button will override the
DID “pop up” messages and return you to the menu
screen.
• Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples
of this message type are “Turn Signal On” (if a turn signal
is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver leaves the vehicle).
• Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An
example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams
On.”
Driver Information Display (DID) Messages
•
Front Seat Belts Unbuckled
• Driver Seat Belt Unbuckled
• Passenger Seat Belt Unbuckled
• Key Fob Battery Low
• Service Air Bag System
• ESC Status (ESC OFF, ESC ON, ESC SPORT, ESC
TRACK, RAIN MODE) — Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control System” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
• Oil Pressure Low
• Fuel Low
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Fuel Economy
Push and release theUPorDOWN arrow
button until the Fuel Economy icon is high-
lighted and the following will display:
Range To Empty (RTE)
Average Fuel Economy/Miles Per Gallon (MPG Bar-
graph)
Current Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
Trip A
Push and release the UPorDOWN arrow
button until the Trip A icon is highlighted in
the DID. The Trip A information will display
the following: •
Distance
• Average Speed
• Elapsed Time
Hold the RIGHTarrow button to reset all the informa-
tion.
TripB—IfEquipped
Push and release UPorDOWN arrow button
until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the DID.
The Trip B information will display the
following:
• Distance
• Average Speed
• Elapsed Time
Hold the RIGHTarrow button to reset all the information.
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Audio
Push and release theUPorDOWN arrow
button until the Audio display icon is high-
lighted in the DID. Push and release the
RIGHT arrow button to display the active
source.
Stored Messages
Push and release the UPorDOWN arrow
button until the Messages Menu item is high-
lighted in the DID. This feature shows the
number of stored warning messages. Pushing
the RIGHT arrow button will allow you to see what the
stored messages are.
When no messages are present, main menu icon will be a
closed envelope.
Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
Upper Left
• None
• Compass
• Temperature
• Range To Empty (RTE)
• Average Fuel
• Current Fuel
• Trip A
• Trip B
• Elapsed Time
• Oil Pressure
• Oil Temperature
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•Battery
• Coolant Temperature
Upper Right
• None
• Compass
• Temperature
• Range To Empty (RTE)
• Average Fuel
• Current Fuel
• Trip A
• Trip B
• Elapsed Time
• Oil Pressure
• Oil Temperature •
Battery
• Coolant Temperature
• RIGHT Arrow Button
Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default
Settings) Push and release the RIGHTarrow button to
confirm.
Digital Speed
• On
• Off
Tach. Peak Hold
When enabled, the Tach. Peak Hold function marks the
peak Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) on the tachometer
gauge for 3 seconds when the RPM is above 4000. Using
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System Information
After pressing the “System Information” button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available:
•System Information
When System Information is selected, a System Informa-
tion screen will appear displaying the system software
version.
SRT Performance Pages
To access the SRT Performance Pages, press the “Apps”
button on the touchscreen then select the “SRT Perfor-
mance Pages” App from the list. Press the UP or DOWN
buttons on the touchscreen to cycle through the list.
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the SRT Per-
formance Pages is intended for off-highway or off-
road use only and should not be done on any public
roadways. It is recommended that these features be
used in a controlled environment and within the
limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as
measured by the Performance Pages must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which
can jeopardize the user ’s safety or the safety of
others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents.
CAUTION!
Check engine oil level at every fuel fill-up. Running
an engine with a low oil level can cause severe
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TIP:Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the
results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or
Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display.SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4AN)
Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings,
check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast?
SiriusXM Travel Link is a suite of services that brings a
wealth of information right to your Uconnect 8.4AN
system.
Push the VR button
. After the beep, say one of the
following commands:
• Show fuel prices
• Show 5 - day weather forecast
• Show extended weather
Yelp
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .296
▫ Premium System ..................... .299
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................302
▫ 8.4L Engine ......................... .302
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................303
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............303
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......304
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................304
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................304
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................305 ▫
Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............306
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .307
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release .........308
 TRAILER TOWING .....................311
 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ...................311
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The
Ground) ............................311
 GROUND CLEARANCE .................312
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct any other occupant to buckle their seat
belt.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. 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 win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•Long periods of engine idling, especially at higher
than normal engine idle speeds, can cause exces-
sive exhaust temperatures, which can damage your
vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with
the engine running.
• Running an engine with a low oil level can cause
severe damage. Check the engine oil level at every
fuel fill-up.
Normal Starting
CAUTION!
The engine in your vehicle is designed for operation
down to 0°F (-18°C). Starting the engine below 0°F
(-18°C) coolant temperature creates a potential for
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