Dodge Viper 2017, Operating Information Manual

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the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,
etc.) unless such removal is necessary for
repair or maintenance. Make sure that no
one is near the engine compartment before
starting the vehicle with the air induction
system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) removed.
Failure to do so can result in serious personal
injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner
filters varies considerably. Only high quality fil-
ters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a
high quality filter and are recommended.
CAUTION!
Some aftermarket air cleaners and filters can
cause mass air flow sensor issues which can
lead to a driveability problem or a limp home
condition.
Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the maintenance-free battery is
vented, and must be replaced with a vented
battery.
The battery is located underneath an access
panel inside the rear compartment on the left
side of the vehicle. A remote battery terminal is
located in the engine compartment for jump-
starting. Refer to “Jump-Starting Procedures” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for further infor-
mation.
To gain access to the battery, remove the floor
portion of the rear compartment carpet.
WARNING!
•
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water.
•
Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the bat-
tery. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output greater
than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
•
Battery posts, terminals, and related ac-
cessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION!
•
It is essential when replacing the cables on
the battery that the positive cable is at-
tached to the positive post and the nega-
tive cable is attached to the negative post.
Battery posts are marked positive (+) and
negative (-) and are identified on the bat-
tery case. Cable clamps should be tight on
the terminal posts and free of corrosion.
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Battery Location
1 — Positive Battery Post
2 — Negative Battery Post
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