Dodge Viper SRT User's Guide
2014 VIPER USER GUIDE
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Copyright 2017 FCA US LLC.
The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal
injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using
any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical
devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other
devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a
serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while
the vehicle is moving. If you nd yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle
operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some States or
Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always
the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC .......2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ...............4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...........6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB.....................8
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING ....... 9
SECURITY ALARM ..............10
SEATBELT ..................11
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) — AIR BAGS .............12
CHILD RESTRAINTS .............13
FRONT SEATS ................16
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........18
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST ..........18
TIL T / TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ...................19
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
SRT ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDA TIONS ............20
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAMS LEVER ................21
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............22
SPEED CONTROL ...............23
LAUNCH MODE ................24
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM ....................25
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL ....26
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP
SHIFT .....................27
ADDING FUEL ................27
EMERGENCY FUEL FILLER DOOR
RELEASE ...................28
AUTOMA TIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC) ...............30
PARKVIEW
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REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 31
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....32
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO .........34
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Uconnect
Uconnect
Uconnect
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . 86
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ................86
PERFORMANCE PAGES ...........87
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......88
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink
POWER OUTLETS ..............93
ACCESS ............. 35
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8.4A ...............49
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8.4AN ...............67
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UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ........94
RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ............94
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ..........95
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ....................95
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....... 98
TIREFIT KIT ..................99
JUMP-STAR TING ..............104
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .....107
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......107
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .....108
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ......... 109
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES .........110
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ......111
SRT – MAINTENANCE RECORD .....114
FUSES .................... 115
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES ....117
TIRE PRESSURES ............. 118
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE ....118
EXTERIOR BULBS ............. 120
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER ....121
FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ...................121
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ..................121
PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING ........121
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITED STATES ..............122
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES
BY MOPAR
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FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTL Y ASKED QUESTIONS ....124
INDEX
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents
precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are
traditional to our vehicles.
Your new FCA US LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under
some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for
attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes
from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more
than momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of
features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available
on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any
obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and
maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which
can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also
includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the
Uconnect
DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s
kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information
contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
FCA US LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By
converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for
your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen
the stress on our environment.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be
deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution.
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk
of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of 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 shift lever.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or
chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your
wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation
improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer .
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP , RAM TRUCK, SRT, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are
registered trademarks of FCA US LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2016 FCA US LLC
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT
1. Power Door Locks
2. T urn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beams Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 21
3. Instrument Cluster
4. Ignition Start/Stop Button (behind steering wheel) pg. 9
5. Identifying Your Radio pg. 34
6. Passenger Door Handle
7. Power Windows
8. Glove Compartment
9. Hazard Button
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10. Power Outlet pg. 93
11. Emergency Brake
12. Automatic Climate Control (behind gear shifter)
• Automatic Climate Controls pg. 30
• Air Conditioning (A/C) pg. 31
• Recirculation pg. 31
13. Electronic Speed Control pg. 23
14. Adjustable Pedals pg. 18
15. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Buttons pg. 86
16. Headlight Switch pg. 22
17. Power Mirrors
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Battery Charge Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE
(See page 95 for more information.)
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- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light*
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
Indicators
- T urn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator*
- Door Ajar Indicator***
- T runk Ajar Indicator***
- Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator***
- Door Unlock Indicator***
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Ignition On
*** This display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages when the
appropriate conditions exist.
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KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The Doors
• Press the LOCK button once to lock all
the doors. Press the UNLOCK button
once to unlock the driver’s door only and
twice within five seconds to unlock all
the doors.
• All doors can be programmed to unlock
on the first press of the UNLOCK button.
Refer to Programmable Features in this
guide.
NOTE:
The Door Unlock Indicator
nate in the instrument cluster when one or
both doors are unlocked. When the door are
locked, the indicator will not illuminate.
Opening The Liftgate
• Press the LIFTGA TE button two times
within five seconds to open the liftgate.
Panic Alarm
• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panic
alarm off.
will illumi-
1 — Liftgate 3 — Lock
2 — Unlock 4 — Panic
Emergency Key
• Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead, there is an
emergency key located in the Key Fob. To remove the emergency key, slide the button
at the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your
other hand.
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the key fob may
have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob (side opposite of the Emergency Key)
against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.
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WARNING!
• Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement
and possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your
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 shift lever.
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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
ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change
with the push of a button, the key fob may
have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a
back up method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key
fob (side opposite of the Emergency Key)
against the ENGINE START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition switch.
Starting
1. Fully apply the parking brake.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
3. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
4. Press the red ENGINE START/STOP button located on the instrument panel. Release
the button when the engine starts.
NOTE:
The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor.
Stopping
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Fully apply the parking brake.
3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
4. Place the shift lever in NEUTRAL/1st Gear.
5. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF
position.
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SECURITY ALARM
To Arm:
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
• Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door
open.
• Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
• The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash for 16 seconds. This
shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is opened,
the ignition is cycled to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner,
the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
NOTE:
• During the 16-second arming period, if a door is opened or the ignition is cycled to
ON/RUN, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.
• Once armed, the Vehicle Security Alarm disables the unlock switch on the driver door
trim panel and passenger door trim panel.
NOTE:
Using the key to open the liftgate while the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed will not trigger
the theft alarm.
To Disarm:
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods:
• Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF position.
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SEAT BELT
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
• Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the
lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt
the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the
belt in a collision.
• Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your
neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision.
You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.
• A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move
too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
• 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 (bent
retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
• The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices
that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
• A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.
NOTE:
When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver or front
passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Indicator Light will flash or remain
on continuously.
WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not
buckled up properly . You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or
you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are
buckled up properly.
Seat Belt Guide Loop
• The seat belt should be routed through the seat belt guide loop located on the outboard
side of the seat while it is in use.
• To utilize the seat belt guide loop, unsnap the guide loop retainer by pulling up on the
head of the retainer and pulling the seat belt guide loop outward.
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS
• This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger
as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not
deploy in every type of collision.
• Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on several factors, including
the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce
the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
• If the Air Bag Warning Light
driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
• This vehicle has an Occupant Classification System (“OCS”) in the right front
passenger seat. The OCS is designed to deactivate the front passenger Advanced Front
Air Bag for an unoccupied seat and for occupants classified in a category other than a
properly seated adult. This could be a child, teenager, or even an adult.
• The Passenger Air Bag Disable (“PAD”) Indicator Light (an amber light located in the
center of the instrument panel) tells the driver and front passenger when the passenger
Advanced Front Air Bag is deactivated. The PAD Indicator light illuminates the words
“PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” to show that the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag will
not inflate during a collision.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS).
is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while
WARNING!
• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air
bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags
won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air
Bag deployment could cause serious injury , including death. Air bags need room to
inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or
instrument panel.
• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately.
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CHILD RESTRAINTS
Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats
rather than in the front.
Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children
ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
NOTE:
• For additional information, refer to www .seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
• Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s website for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/roadsafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm
There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position. Access ports to the
tether anchors are located in the panel between the rear seat and the rear window. The
tether anchors are underneath access covers in the carpet covering the back of the seat
where you see the tether anchorage symbol.
WARNING!
• In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside
the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so
great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and
others could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be
in a proper restraint for the child's size.
• Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure
of an infant or child restraint. The child could be severely injured or killed. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and
possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child
seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
• Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a
front passenger air bag. An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to
infants in this position.
• You may use the LA TCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and
the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of the
LA TCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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Installing The Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belts
• The front passenger seating position is equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the
child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
• There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the
passenger seat.
• Always use the tether anchor when using
the seat belt to install a forward facing
child restraint, up to the recommended
weight limit of the child restraint.
To Install A Child Seat Using An ALR:
1. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path
of the child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path.
2. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
3. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.
4. T o lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled
all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract back
into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This means
the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode.
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5. T ry to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull
out any webbing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat the last step.
6. Finally, pull up on any extra webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child
restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle
seat.
7. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether
anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See
below for directions to attach a tether anchor.
8. T est that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child
seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Installing The Top Tether Strap With The Vehicle Seat Belt:
• When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up
to the tether anchor weight limit, when the child restraint is installed with the vehicle
seat belt.
• There is a tether strap anchor located behind the child tether access cover behind the
passenger seat. To attach a child restraint tether strap to the anchor:
1. Move the seat forward.
2. Move the seatback to its full forward position.
3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either side with a screwdriver or similar
tool, as shown.
NOTE:
While the child tether is in use, keep the access cover in a safe place so that it can be
replaced after use of the child tether.
4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either opening in the seatback underneath
the head restraint.
5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop.
6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Apply body pressure to the seat to be
sure the seat adjusters have latched.
7. Return the seatback to an upright position.
8. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’ s
directions.
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WARNING!
• In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside
the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so
great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and
others could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be
in a proper restraint for the child's size.
• Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a
front passenger air bag. An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to
infants in this position.
• Only use a rearward-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.
• Improper installation of a child restraint to the LA TCH anchorages can lead to failure
of an infant or child restraint. The child could be severely injured or killed. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and
possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child
seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tether strap does not
slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.
FRONT SEATS
Power Seats
• The power seat switches are located on
the outboard side of the front seat cushions.
• The power seat switch controls forward,
rearward, up and down adjustments.
Push the switch forward, rearward, up or
down and the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch
when the desired position has been
reached.
• The recline switch controls the angle of
the seatback. Press the switch forward or
rearward and the seatback will move in either direction.
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Manual Seats
Forward/Rearward
• Lift up on the adjusting bar located at
the front of the seat near the floor and
release at the desired position. Then,
using body pressure, move forward and
backward on the seat to be sure that the
seat adjusters have latched.
Recliner
• Lean forward in the seat and lift the
recliner lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever.
• Lift the lever to return the seatback to an upright position.
Height Adjustment
• Ratchet the front lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, upward to raise the
seat height.
• Ratchet the lever downward to lower the seat height.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause
damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped
by an obstruction in the seat's path.
WARNING!
• Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of
the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted,
and you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is
parked.
• Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against
your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured
or killed. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
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ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
• The adjustable pedals can be moved in
any position of the engine start/stop button (OFF/ACC/RUN).
• The adjustable pedal switch is located to
the left side of the steering column.
• Press the switch forward to move the
pedals forward (toward the front of the
vehicle).
• Press the switch rearward to move the
pedals rearward (toward the driver).
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as
it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if
movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have
a collision. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST
• The adjustable foot rest can be adjusted
forward or rearward and rotated upward
or downward to allow for greater driving
comfort.
• To adjust the pedal:
1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a
comfortable position.
2. Using a 13 mm socket wrench, loosen
the nut on the pedal.
3. Slide the pedal either forward or rear-
ward and rotate it upward or downward
as desired.
4. T ighten the nut, being careful not to over tighten it.
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TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
• The tilt release lever is located below the
multifunction lever on the left side of the
steering column.
• To tilt the column, simply pull the release lever rearward toward you and then
move the steering wheel upward or
downward as desired.
• Push the release lever forward to lock the
column firmly in place.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt adjustment must be locked
while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the tilt
adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow
this warning may result in you and others being severely injured or killed.
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SRT ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear
axle) in your new vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 km). After the initial 60 miles
(100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws
contributes to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear
can be detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, the transmission fluid, and
axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid,
and lubricant changes should be consistent with anticipated climate and conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality
grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of
operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as
an indication of difficulty.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
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TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAMS LEVER
Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent
settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper
operation.
Washer Operation
• Push the end of the lever inward to the second detent and hold for as long as spray is
desired.
Mist Feature
• When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle is needed,
push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the first
detent and release. The wipers will cycle one time and automatically shut off.
High Beams
• Push the lever away from you to activate the high beams.
• A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on.
NOTE:
For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent
headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights
• Rotate the headlight switch, located on
the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel, to the first detent from
the off position for parking light
to the second detent for headlight
• Rotate the headlight switch to “AUTO”
for AUTO headlights.
• When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based
on ambient light levels.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the
instrument panel lights and prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when
the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the next detent position to fully brighten the odometer
and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on. Refer to your Uconnect
User Manual on the DVD for display dimming.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the last detent position to turn on the interior lighting.
and
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SPEED CONTROL
• The Electronic Speed Control switches
are located on the steering wheel.
Cruise ON/OFF
• Push the ON/OFF button to activate the
Speed Control.
• CRUISE
ment cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.
• Push the ON/OFF button a second time
to turn the system off.
SET
• With the Speed Control on, push and
release the SET – button to set a desired
speed.
Accel/Decel
• Once a speed is set, pushing the RES + button once or the SET – button once will
increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Resume
• To resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the RES + button and
release.
Cancel
• Push the CANCEL button, or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the
set speed memory.
• Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory.
will appear on the instru-
WARNING!
• Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You
could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could
lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system
off when you are not using it.
• Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a
constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy
traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
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LAUNCH MODE
• This system maximizes acceleration
traction for straight line racing.
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead
driving.
3. Fully depress the clutch and select the
first gear position.
4. Press and release the “LAUNCH” But-
ton (Located on the steering wheel controls).
5. Rapidly press the accelerator pedal to
the floor within 1/2 second.
NOTE:
If the cluster launch EVIC message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the
throttle is pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the system will
hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed).
6. Release the clutch aggressively. Do not ride the clutch.
• Release the accelerator pedal to deactivate launch control. Pressing the launch control
button or actuating the brakes will also deactivate launch control.
NOTE:
• Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum launch RPM and waits for the driver to
release the clutch. Launch Mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled
wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first gear.
• If the cluster launch EVIC message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and
the throttle is pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the system
will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed).
• Launch Mode can be used in any of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Modes.
WARNING!
Launch Mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used
on any public roadways. It is recommended that this feature 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.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING SYSTEM
• This vehicle may be equipped with an electronic controlled dampening system. This
system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering,
acceleration and braking.
• This system allows for a street suspension damping setting or a firmer race suspension
damping setting. There are two modes of operation:
STREET MODE
• This mode will give a sporty , but comfortable ride.
• This mode is driver selectable when the
vehicle is placed in STREET mode
(press the “STREET” button on the Instrument Panel).
NOTE:
The suspension mode will lock and stay in
whatever the driver selects even when the
ignition is turned off and the car restarted.
• This mode is intended for a smoother
ride on the various types of pavement
and road conditions while still providing
damping levels appropriate extreme capabilities.
RACE MODE
• Race mode is driver selectable when the vehicle is placed in RACE mode (press the
“RACE” button on the Instrument Panel).
• This mode is for track use only and will supply maximum grip to the tires.
• When RACE mode is enabled, a Shock symbol with “RACE” next to it will light up in
the instrument cluster.
NOTE:
The RACE setting will provide a firmer ride.
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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
• The ESC corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake
of the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting
the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
• In full on mode ESC utilizes sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver
intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the
actual path does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the brake of the
appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer .
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Operating Modes
• The ESC system may have five available operating modes:
ESC On
• This is the normal operating mode for the ESC system. Whenever the vehicle is
started, the ESC system will be in this mode. The ESC On mode should be used for
most driving situations. The ESC should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as
noted in the following paragraphs.
ESC Full Off
• The ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be
used on any public roadways. In this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features are
turned OFF. T o enter the “Full Off” mode, press and hold the “ESC Off” switch for
five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds,
a chime will sound, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illuminate,
and the "ESC OFF" message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
The “ESC OFF” message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC). T o turn ESC ON again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch.
Sport Mode
• Sport mode has reduced traction control and reduced stability control. To enter the
“Sport Mode” mode, press the “ESC” switch once (located on the steering wheel).
The “ESC SPORT” light will illuminate, and the "ESC SPORT" message will display
in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
Track Mode
• T rack Mode has no traction control and has reduced stability control. To enter the
“T rack Mode” mode, press the “ESC” switch twice. The “ESC TRACK” light will
illuminate, and the "ESC TRACK" message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of
the odometer).
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Rain Mode
• Rain mode offers increased traction control and stability control for low traction
conditions such as wet roads, dry roads during cold temperatures, or when the driver
wants enhanced stability due to lack of familiarity or experience with the vehicle’s
response. To enter the “Rain Mode” mode, press the “ESC” switch three times. The
“ESC RAIN” light will illuminate, and the "ESC RAIN" message will display in the
vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
NOTE:
Some models may not offer “Sport” or “Track” Mode.
WARNING!
The Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road
conditions. ESC cannot prevent all accidents, including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent
accidents resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities
of an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner
which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP SHIFT
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Skip
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Shift
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
• Skip Shift is enabled when vehicle speed is greater than 16 MPH
(26 km/h) but less than 18 MPH (29 km/h) and the accelerator is
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at 20% or less.
• For optimal fuel economy, under low acceleration conditions, your
vehicle will only allow you to shift from first gear to fourth gear.
Additionally, the skip shift message will appear in the tachometer.
ADDING FUEL
1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located in the driver's door map pocket).
2. Open the fuel filler door.
3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system.
4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper
door while refueling.
NOTE:
Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open.
5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full.
6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.
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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!
T o 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 regulations 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.
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).
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