Dodge 2008 Viper User manual

Viper

OWNER’S MANUAL

2008

2008 Viper

81-226-0804 Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

.............................................................3

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................9

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

...............................61

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

.................................... 93

STARTING AND OPERATING

.................................................129

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

...............................................175

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...............................................191

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..................................................255

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

..........................................275

INDEX

....................................................................285

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

mIntroduction ...........................4

mHow To Use This Manual ..................4

mWarnings And Cautions ...................6

mVehicle Identification Number ...............6

mVehicle Modifications / Alterations ...........7

INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of

service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with

the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is

supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer oriented documents. You are urged to

read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-

tions and recommendations in this manual will help

assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with

the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be

aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your dealer

knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-

cians and genuine Mopartparts, and is interested in

your satisfaction.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section

contains the information you desire.

The detailed index at the back of this manual contains a

complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the

symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout

this Owner’s Manual:

4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION 5

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating

procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily

injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures,

which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do

not read this entire manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the left

front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible

from outside the vehicle through the windshield. This

number also appears on the Automobile Information

Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the

vehicle registration, and the title. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.

Vehicle Identification Number

6 INTRODUCTION

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could

seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and

may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or

death.

INTRODUCTION 7

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

mA Word About Your Keys ..................12

▫Ignition Key Removal ...................12

▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................13

mSecurity Alarm System ....................13

▫Rearming Of The System .................13

▫To Arm The System .....................13

▫To Disarm The System ...................15

mIlluminated Entry System ..................16

mRemote Keyless Entry .....................17

▫To Unlock The Doors ...................17

▫To Lock The Doors .....................18

▫To Unlatch The Trunk/Liftgate .............19

▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................19

▫Programming Additional Transmitters ........20

▫Battery Replacement ....................21

▫General Information ....................22

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