Dodge Viper 2017, Operating Information Manual

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Power Steering Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a
defined service interval is not required. The fluid
should be checked at every oil change if a leak
is suspected, abnormal noises are apparent,
and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an
authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level
surface and with the engine off to prevent
injury from moving parts and to ensure accu-
rate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use
only manufacturer’s recommended power
steering fluid.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your power
steering system as the chemicals can dam-
age your power steering components. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper
indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any
spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids,
Lubricants And Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
PARKING BRAKE
The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle.
WARNING!
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure you
fully apply the parking brake and shift the
transmission into REVERSE. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to roll and cause
damage or injury.
As an added precaution when parking the ve-
hicle, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a
downhill grade and away from the curb on an
uphill grade.
To apply the parking brake, grasp the handle
and pull it rearward until you feel resistance. To
release the parking brake, grasp the handle and
pull it slightly while pushing the button on the
end of the handle. When the button drops into
the handle (releasing the lock), guide the handle
downward to its stop and then release the
button and the handle.
The “Brake System Warning Light” in the instru-
ment cluster will turn on when the ignition is in
the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is
applied.
NOTE:
•
This light only shows that the parking
brake is applied or a brake/ABS system
fault. It does not show the degree of brake
application. If the “Brake System Warning
Light” is illuminated when the parking
brake is not applied, please see your au-
thorized dealer.
•
Each time the parking brake is applied, the
instrument cluster will automatically go to
the highest illumination setting regardless
of the dimmer control setting.
Parking Brake Lever
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