Dodge Viper (2017 year). Instruction — part 1

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system
consists of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Key
Fob and a Keyless Push Button Ignition.

Keyless Enter-N-Go Feature

This vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go
ignition feature.

Keyless Push Button Ignition

This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with
the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry
key fob is in the passenger compartment.

The Keyless Push Button Ignition has three operating
positions, which are labeled and will illuminate when in
position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN.

NOTE:

In case the ignition does not change with the push

of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead battery.

Key Fob

The key fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry key fob
and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the key
fob.

The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should
the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead. You can
keep the emergency key with you when valet parking.

Keyless Push Button Ignition

1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN

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To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch
on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and
then pull the key out with your other hand.

NOTE:

In the event that the FOB does not start the vehicle

(

⬙FOB not Found⬙ message) use the FOB nose (furthest

point from key ring) and push the start button. FOB
replaces the finger.

Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob

Emergency Key Removal

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Ignition Or Accessory On Message

Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or
ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind
you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime,
the ignition or accessory on message will display in the
cluster.

NOTE:

With the Uconnect system, the power window

switches, radio and power outlets will remain active for up
to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF
position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the instruction

transmission into REVERSE, apply the parking
brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the key fob from
the ignition and lock your vehicle. If equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, always make sure
the keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle.

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.

• 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 windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.

• Do not leave children or animals inside parked

vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove
the key fobs from vehicle, place the ignition in the OFF
position and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.

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General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio
Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, includ-

ing interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not
need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regard-
less of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

The system uses a factory-mated key fob, a Keyless Push
Button Ignition and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the
vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank with
an invalid key fob.

After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the
vehicle security light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the system. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it
indicates that someone tried to use an invalid key fob to
start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the
engine being shut off after two seconds.

If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it
indicates that there is a fault in the system. Should this
occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an
authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

• Do not make modifications or alterations to the

immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to
the immobilization system may result in a loss of
security protection.

• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-

ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.

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All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Key Fobs

NOTE:

Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle

electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and

lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —

Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.

NOTE:

Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an

authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming
a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob
is one that has never been programmed.

When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.

Customer Key Fob Programming

Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, in-

cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM

The vehicle security alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, and
hood for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthor-
ized operation. If something triggers the alarm, the vehicle
security alarm will prevent the vehicle from starting. It will
also sound the horn and flash the park lights, and taillights.

Rearming Of The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the vehicle security alarm will turn off the horn
after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals
(flashing lights) after 15 minutes, and then rearm itself.

To Arm The System

Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm:

1. Make sure the vehicle ignition system is in the OFF

position.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the

vehicle:

• Push the lock button on the interior power door lock

switch with the driver and/or passenger door open.

• Push the lock button on the key fob.

3. If any doors are open, close them.

Entering The Liftgate With The System Armed

NOTE:

Using the key to open the liftgate while the vehicle

security alarm is armed will trigger the alarm.

Push the liftgate release button on the key fob twice to
allow access without triggering the alarm or having to
disarm the vehicle security alarm. Then, within 30 seconds,
open the liftgate by using the key cylinder or the liftgate
release switch located in the exterior liftgate handle.

To Disarm The System

The vehicle security alarm can be disarmed using any of
the following methods:

• Push the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry key

fob.

• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF posi-

tion:

• Push the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button (re-

quires at least one valid key fob in the vehicle).

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NOTE:

• The liftgate key cylinder cannot arm or disarm the

vehicle security alarm.

• When the vehicle security alarm is armed, the interior

Power Door Lock switches will not unlock the doors.

The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the

system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously
described arming sequences has occurred, the vehicle
security alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in
the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a
door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the
vehicle security alarm.

If the vehicle security alarm is armed and the battery
becomes disconnected, the vehicle security alarm will
remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the exterior
lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs,
disarm the vehicle security alarm.

Tamper Alert

If something has triggered the vehicle security alarm in
your absence, the horn will sound three times, and the
exterior lights will blink three times when you disarm the
vehicle security alarm. Check the vehicle for tampering.

Electronic Immobilization System

The Electronic Immobilization system prevents unauthor-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system
does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is
automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or
unlocked.

Keyless Push Button Ignition

1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY

The interior lights will turn on whenever a door is opened
or the liftgate is opened and the dimmer switch is not in the
defeat position.

The interior lights will turn on, remain on for approxi-
mately 30 seconds, and then fade to off if any of the
following occur:

• A door is opened using the outside door handle and

then closed.

• A door is unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry key

fob.

The interior lights will turn on, remain on for about four
seconds, and then fade to off if a door is opened using the
inside door handle.

NOTE:

None of the courtesy lights will operate if the

dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme down-
ward position), unless the overhead map/reading lights
are turned on instructionly.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

The Remote Keyless Entry system allows you to lock or
unlock the doors and liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm
from distances up to approximately 66ft (20 m) using a
hand-held key fob. The key fob does not need to be pointed
at the vehicle to activate the system.

To Unlock The Doors

Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door or twice to unlock both doors and
the liftgate. The park lights and turn signal lights will flash
to acknowledge the signal, and the illuminated entry

Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob

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system will turn on. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-
mation.

NOTE:

The Door Unlock Indicator will illuminate in the

instrument cluster when one or both doors are unlocked.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/Both Doors First

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock
button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

Flash Lights With Lock

This feature lets you program the lights to flash when the
doors are locked with the key fob. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.

Unlock On 1st Press

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock
button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

Autolock

This vehicle is equipped with Autolock. If the vehicle is
unlocked while the key fob is outside the vehicle and the
door is not opened for 30 seconds, the car will relock.

To Lock The Doors

Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock the
doors. The horn will chirp once, and the park lights and
turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the signal.

Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are
locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or
turned off. To change the current setting, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

To Unlatch The Liftgate

Push the liftgate button on the key fob two times within
five seconds to unlatch the liftgate. Push and hold the
liftgate release button while pulling up on the trunk/hatch
to open.

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Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold
the PANIC button on the key fob for at least one second
and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights
will turn on, the park lights will flash, the horn will pulse
on and off, and the interior lights will turn on.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a second
time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 MPH (24 km/h)
or greater.

NOTE:

The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the

ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the
Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and
horn will remain on.

Programming Additional Key Fobs

Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.

NOTE:

• Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

• Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back

housing or the printed circuit board.

1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical

latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Release

1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key

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2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade

screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves
of the key fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal
during removal.

3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over

(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the
battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on
the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip,
located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new

battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery
deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.

4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves

together.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio
Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, in-

cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Separating Key Fob Case

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DOOR LOCKS

WARNING!

• Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when

entering or exiting your vehicle. They can be hot
enough to burn you. Observe the warning labels on
each door closure panel.

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the transmis-

sion into NEUTRAL, apply the parking brake, turn
the engine OFF, remove the key fob from the ignition
and lock your vehicle. If equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go, always make sure the keyless ignition
node is in “OFF” mode, remove the key fob from the
vehicle and lock the vehicle.

• When leaving the vehicle, always cycle the ignition

to the OFF mode lock, and lock your vehicle. Unsu-
pervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe
personal injuries and death.

• 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 in-
jured seriously or fatally. Don’t leave the ignition in
the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

Power Door Locks

A power door lock switch is on each door trim panel. Use
this switch to lock or unlock the doors.

WARNING!

• For personal security and safety in the event of a

collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in

a location accessible to children. A child could oper-
ate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.

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If you push the power door lock switch while the ignition
is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any front door is
open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you
from accidentally locking the key fob in the vehicle.
Cycling the ignition to the OFF position or closing the door
will allow the locks to operate. If a door is open, and the
ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, a chime will
sound as a reminder to remove the key fob.

NOTE:

The door unlock indicator will illuminate in the

instrument cluster when one or both doors are unlocked.

Automatic Door Locks

The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled.
When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when
the vehicle’s speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h). The auto door
lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized
dealer per written request of the customer. Please see your
authorized dealer.

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit

The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with
power door locks if:

1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is enabled.

2. The driver door is opened.

3. The doors were not previously unlocked.

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming

To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.

NOTE:

Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature

in accordance with local laws.

Power Door Lock Switch

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WINDOWS

Power Windows

The window controls on the driver’s door control both of
the door windows.

There are single window controls on the passenger door
trim panel, which operate the passenger door window. The
window controls will operate only when the ignition is in
the ACC or ON/RUN position.

The power window switches will remain active for up to 10
minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time

is programmable. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

WARNING!

Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do
not let children play with power windows. 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. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the win-
dows while operating the power window switches.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

Auto-Down Feature

Both power window switches have an Auto-Down feature.
Push the window switch to the second detent, release, and
the window will go down automatically.

To open the window part way, push the window switch to
the first detent and release it when you want the window
to stop.

To stop the window from going all the way down during
the Auto-Down operation, pull up on the switch briefly.

Power Window Switches

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Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection

Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and
the window will go up automatically.

To stop the window from going all the way up during the
auto-up operation, push down on the switch briefly.

To close the window part way, lift the window switch to
the first detent, and release it when you want the window
to stop.

NOTE:

• If the window runs into any obstacle during auto-

closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down.
Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again
to close the window.

• Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger

the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto-
closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first
detent and hold to close the window instructionly.

• If the window detects an obstacle 10 times in a row, the

auto–up feature unlearns.

WARNING!

There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is
almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the
window before closing.

Reset Auto-Up

Should the Auto-Up feature stop working, the window
may need to be reset. To reset Auto-Up:

1. Make sure the door is fully closed.

2. Pull the window switch up to close the window com-

pletely and continue to hold the switch up for an
additional two seconds after the window is closed.

3. Push the window switch down firmly to the second

detent to open the window completely and continue to
hold the switch down for an additional two seconds
after the window is fully open.

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LIFTGATE

Prior to opening, the liftgate can be unlocked by using the
key fob, the instruction lock cylinder located on the rear panel
with use of the mechanical “emergency” key, or by activat-
ing either of the power door lock switches located on the
door trim panels.

To open the liftgate, push and hold the liftgate release
switch located under the right side of the rear tail panel
while lifting the liftgate in one fluid motion.

NOTE:

The liftgate release switch will be ignored under

the following conditions:

• When vehicle speed is not 0 MPH (0 km/h).
• When all doors are locked (except for key fob liftgate

access). Refer to “Entering The Liftgate With The System
Armed” under “Vehicle Security Alarm System” for
additional information.

The liftgate ajar icon will illuminate in the instrument
cluster display when the liftgate is open.

Rear Panel Mechanical Lock Cylinder Location

Pull Up On The Liftgate

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