Dodge Viper SRT (2015 year). Instruction — part 18

NOTE:

A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the

spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for
emergency refueling with a gas can.

CAUTION!

To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.

WARNING!

• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the

vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is
being filled.

• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is

in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator
Light” to turn on.

• A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable

container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place fuel containers on the
ground while filling.

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Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel
filler door emergency release procedure by following the
proceeding steps.

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Locate the carpet access door (on the right side inner

trim panel of the trunk).

Carpet Access Door

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3. Pull the edge of the access door on the right side inner

trim panel to expose the emergency release cable.

4. Pull the release cable to release the fuel door.

Edge Of Access Door

Release Cable

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5. Return the release cable to the original position (inside

the inner trim panel) and push the carpet back into the
original position.

TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.

Fuel Door Open

Carpet Into Original Position

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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)

Towing Condition

Wheels OFF The Ground

Instruction Transmission

Flat Tow

None

NOT ALLOWED

Dolly Tow

Front

NOT ALLOWED

Rear

NOT RECOMMENDED

On Trailer

All

OK

NOTE:

If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four

wheels are off the ground.

CAUTION!

Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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GROUND CLEARANCE

The front and rear fascias and side sills ride low and
ground clearance is limited.

CAUTION!

Damage to the front and rear fascias and side sills can
occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in
these areas of your vehicle. Pay close attention when
parking to avoid running into parking curbs. Exer-
cise caution when entering or exiting steep drive-
ways, or when pulling off the road onto soft shoul-
ders.

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

CONTENTS

䡵 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER . . . . . . . . . . .290
䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . .290
䡵 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291

▫ Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .291

䡵 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . .293

▫ Tire Service Kit Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293
▫ Tire Service Kit Components And Operation . .294

▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions. . . . . . . . . .295
▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit . . . . . . . . .297

䡵 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . .303
䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . .307
䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . .308

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER

The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the
center of the instrument panel above the climate controls.

Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-

tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flasher.

This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.

When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flasher will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.

NOTE:

With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher

may wear down your battery.

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
• On the highways — Slow down and use the highest

gear possible.

• In city traffic — While stopped, put the transmission

in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

• In city traffic — While moving, shift into the highest

gear possible to reduce engine RPM.

NOTE:

There are steps that you can take to slow down

an impending overheat condition:

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• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C

system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.

• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum

heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.

WARNING!

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.

Torque Specifications

Lug Nut/Bolt Torque

**Lug Nut/

Bolt Size

Lug Nut/

Bolt Socket

Size

107 Ft-Lbs (145 N·m)

1/2” x 20

19 mm

**Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug
nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before
tightening.

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Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting
the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.

Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each
nut/bolt has been tightened twice.

After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be
sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated
against the wheel.

Wheel Mounting Surface

Torque Patterns

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WARNING!

To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.

TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED

Small punctures up to ¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be
sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws
or nails) should not be removed from the tire. Tire Service
Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to approxi-
mately -4°F (-20°C).

This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you
to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a
maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).

Tire Service Kit Storage

The Tire Service Kit is located in the left side of the trunk.

Tire Service Kit Location

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Tire Service Kit Components And Operation

Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses

Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following
symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.

Selecting Air Mode

Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to
this position for air pump operation only. Use
the Black Air Pump Hose (7) when selecting
this mode.

Selecting Sealant Mode

Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and
turn to this position to inject the Tire
Service Kit Sealant and to inflate the
tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose)
(6) when selecting this mode.

Tire Service Kit Components

1 — Sealant Bottle

5 — Mode Select Knob

2 — Deflation Button

6 — Sealant Hose (Clear)

3 — Pressure Gauge

7 — Air Pump Hose (Black)

4 — Power Button

8 — Power Plug (located on the bot-
tom side of the Tire Service Kit)

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Using The Power Button

Push and release the Power Button (4) once to
turn On the Tire Service Kit. Push and release
the Power Button (4) again to turn Off the Tire
Service Kit.

Using The Deflation Button

Push the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air
pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated.

Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions

• Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) and

Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at
the lower right hand corner on the bottle label) to
assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to
“Sealing a Tire with Tire Service Kit” section (F)
“Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”.

• The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one

tire application use and need to be replaced after each
use. Always replace these components immediately at
your original equipment vehicle dealer.

• When the Tire Service Kit sealant is in a liquid form,

clean water, and a damp cloth will remove the material

Tire Service Kit Expiration Date Location

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from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once
the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and
properly discarded.

• For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem

on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire
Service Kit.

• You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate

bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two needles,
located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the
bottom of the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts,
or similar inflatable items. However, use only the Air
Pump Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob
(5) is in the Air Mode when inflating such items to
avoid injecting sealant into them. The Tire Service Kit
Sealant is only intended to seal punctures less than ¼”
(6 mm) diameter in the tread of your vehicle.

• Do not lift or carry the Tire Service Kit by the hoses.

WARNING!

• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the

vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid the danger of being hit when using
the Tire Service Kit.

• Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle

under the following circumstances:

– If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately

1/4” (6 mm) or larger.

– If the tire has any sidewall damage.
– If the tire has any damage from driving with

extremely low tire pressure.

– If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat

tire.

– If the wheel has any damage.
– If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or

the wheel.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or

heat source.

• A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a

collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants
of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in
the place provided. Failure to follow these warn-
ings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to
you, your passengers, and others around you.

• Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service

Kit to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing.
Tire Service Kit is harmful if inhaled, swallowed,
or absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye,
and respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with
plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or
skin. Change clothing as soon as possible, if there
is any contact with clothing.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In

case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy-
sician immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out of
reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth imme-
diately with plenty of water and drink plenty of
water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician
immediately.

Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit

(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s

Hazard Warning flashers.

2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the

deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.
This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (6) and (7) to
reach the valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat

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on the ground. This will provide the best positioning
of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated
tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as
necessary to place the valve stem in this position
before proceeding.

3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or

in Gear (instruction transmission) and place the ignition
in the OFF position.

4. Set the parking brake.

(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:

1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the

Sealant Mode position.

2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap

from the fitting at the end of the hose.

3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the

deflated tire.

4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw

the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the
valve stem.

5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the

vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.

NOTE:

Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or

nails) from the tire.

(C) Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The
Deflated Tire:

• Always start the engine before turning ON the Tire

Service Kit.

NOTE:

Instruction transmission vehicles must have the

parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL.

• After pushing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white

fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the
Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.

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