Dodge Viper2017 User manual

VIPER
USER
GUIDE
17ZD-926-AA
Viper
Second Edition
User Guide
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IMPORTANT
This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important
features of your vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect
Manuals and Warranty Booklets can be found on your DVD (if
applicable) or by visiting the website on the back cover of your User
Guide. We hope you find it useful. U.S. residents can purchase
replacement kits by visiting www.techauthority.com and Canadian
residents can purchase replacement kits by calling 1 800 387-1143.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle,
you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of
the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or
Warranty Booklets by calling 1 800 423-6343 (U.S.) or
1 800 387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.
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This guide has been prepared to help you get
quickly acquainted with your new SRT and
to provide a convenient reference source for
common questions. However, it is not a
substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions,
maintenance procedures and important
safety messages, please consult your Owner’s
Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals, and
other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide
may apply to your vehicle. For additional
information on accessories to help
personalize your vehicle, visit
www.mopar.com (U.S.), www.mopar.ca
(Canada) or your local SRT high
performance dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent
causes of accidents. Your driving ability can
be seriously impaired with blood alcohol
levels far below the legal minimum. If you
are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a
designated non-drinking driver, call a cab,
a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an
accident. Your perceptions are less sharp,
your reexes are slower, and your judgment
is impaired when you have been drinking.
Never drink and then drive.
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 cellular telephones,
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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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 ......10
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ........10
DOOR LOCKS .................11
WINDOWS ..................13
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....13
NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD
RESTRAINTS .................45
FRONT SEATS ................46
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........48
ADJUSTABLE FOOT REST ..........49
TILT STEERING COLUMN .........49
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
SRT ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ............50
TURN SIGNALS/WIPER/WASHER/
HIGH BEAMS LEVER .............51
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............52
SPEED CONTROL ..............53
LAUNCH MODE ................56
ELECTRONIC CONTROL DAMPING
SYSTEM ....................57
ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESC) ...............58
MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 TO 4 SKIP
SHIFT .....................59
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC) ...............60
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA . . . 63
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ....64
CYBERSECURITY ...............66
YOUR RADIO .................67
UCONNECT ACCESS .............67
UCONNECT 8.4 NAV .............82
UCONNECT 8.4 NAV VOICE RECOGNITION
QUICK TIPS ..................97
UCONNECT PHONE ............116
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . . 125
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ....126
PERFORMANCE PAGES ..........128
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......129
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink) .................130
POWER OUTLETS .............133
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) .......134
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ............134
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ..........135
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS . . . 135
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......141
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED . . . 141
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES .....147
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .....149
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......150
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............150
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .....150
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ....151
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L ....152
FLUID CAPACITIES ............154
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE
PARTS ....................154
ADDING FUEL ...............156
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ......157
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .......157
FUSES ....................162
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .......166
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION . . . 173
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....182
REPLACEMENT BULBS ..........184
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER ....185
FCA CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ...................185
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ..................185
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........185
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITED STATES ..............186
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY
MOPAR ...................187
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....188
INDEX ....................189
TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) vehicle. Be assured that
it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
Your new FCA US 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 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
Touchscreen Radios if equipped with DVD player capabilities). Additional DVD opera-
tional information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on www.dodge.com/en/
owners/manuals.
FCA US 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.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
2

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 (excluding legal lines).
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 transmission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• 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 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.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best,
has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR
®
parts, and cares about your
satisfaction.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
3

DRIVER COCKPIT
1. Power Door Locks
2. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beams Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 51
3. Instrument Cluster Display
4. Ignition Start/Stop Button (behind steering wheel) pg. 10
5. Identifying Your Radio pg. 67
6. Power Window Switches
7. Glove Compartment
8. Glove Compartment Switch
9. Hazard Button
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10. Power Outlet pg. 133
11. Emergency Brake
12. Gear Selector
13. Electronic Speed Control pg. 53
14. Adjustable Pedals pg. 48
15. Instrument Cluster Display Controls pg. 126
16. Headlight Switch pg. 52
17. Power Mirrors
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
5

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1. Speedometer
2. Tachometer
3. Instrument Cluster Display
(See page 135 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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4. Oil Pressure Gauge
5. Fuel Gauge
6. Fuel Filler Door Location
(See page 140 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The Doors
Locking The Doors
Push the lock button once to lock all the
doors. The turn signal lights will flash, and
the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Unlocking The Doors
Push the lock button once to unlock the
driver’s door only and twice within five sec-
onds to unlock all the doors.
NOTE:
The door unlock indicator will illuminate in
the instrument cluster when one or both
doors are unlocked. When the doors are
locked, the indicator will not illuminate.
Opening The Liftgate
Push the liftgate button two times within
five seconds to open the liftgate.
Panic Alarm
1. Push the PANIC button once to turn the
Panic Alarm on.
2. Wait approximately three seconds and push the button a second time to turn the Panic
Alarm off.
Key Fob
1 — Liftgate
2 — Unlock
3 — Lock
4 — Panic
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WARNING!
• When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the keyless ignition node is in “OFF”
mode, remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Leaving children 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 transmission 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.
Emergency Key
Should the battery in the vehicle or the key fob 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.
• The Key Cylinder is located in the rear applique to the right of the license plate.
NOTE:
In the event that the key fob does not start the vehicle ("FOB not Found" message), use the
key fob nose (furthest point from key ring) and push the start button. The key fob replaces
the finger.
WARNING!
• Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement
and possible injury or damage.
• 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 transmission 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
GETTING STARTED
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ENGINE STARTING/STOPPING
Starting
1. Fully apply the parking brake.
2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
3. Place the gear selector in NEUTRAL.
4. Push the red ENGINE START/STOP but-
ton located on the instrument panel.
Release the button when the engine
starts.
NOTE:
The engine will not start unless the clutch
pedal is pushed to the floor.
Stopping
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Fully apply the parking brake.
3. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
4. Place the gear selector in 1st Gear.
5. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the
OFF position.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the
ignition for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior
switches for door locks and liftgate are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
vehicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will
pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light in the
instrument cluster display will flash.
To Arm:
These steps will arm the vehicle security alarm:
• Push the lock button on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or
passenger door open or;
• Push the lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob.
• 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.
Start/Stop Button
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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.
• 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:
• Push the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob.
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF position.
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 transmission 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 exiting the vehicle, always cycle the ignition to the OFF mode lock, and lock
your vehicle. Unsupervised 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 injured 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.
GETTING STARTED
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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 operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
If you push the power door lock switch while
the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN posi-
tion, 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. 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 ac-
tive 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 “Understanding 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 unattended children, can
become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such
entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems:
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
• Seat Belt Systems
• Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
• Child Restraints
Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some
models, or may be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your authorized
dealer.
Important Safety Precautions
Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your
restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.
Power Window Switches
GETTING STARTED
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Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying
air bag:
1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rear
seat.
2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the
front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child
restraint (refer to “Child Restraints” in this section for further information).
3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (refer to “Child
Restraints” in this section for further information) should be secured in a vehicle with
a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older children who do
not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled
up in a vehicle with a rear seat.
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
5. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that
you are using it properly.
6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly.
7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow
the front air bags room to inflate.
8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and
deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between
occupants and the door and occupants could be injured.
9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled
person, refer to the “Consumer Assistance” section for customer service contact
information.
WARNING!
• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger
front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger,
including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.
Seat Belt Systems
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the
road may be a poor driver and could cause a collision that includes you. This can happen
far away from home or on your own street.
Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of
injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the
vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by
striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times.
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Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
Driver And Passenger BeltAlert — If Equipped
BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and outboard front seat passenger
(if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) to buckle their seat belts. The
Belt Alert feature is active whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN
position.
Initial Indication
If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the START or ON/RUN
position, a chime will signal for a few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat
passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled when
the ignition switch is first in the START or ON/RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder Light
will turn on and remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled. The outboard
front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when an outboard front passenger seat is
unoccupied.
BeltAlert Warning Sequence
The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified
vehicle speed range and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbuckled (if
equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) (the outboard front passenger seat
BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied). The
BeltAlert warning sequence starts by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding
an intermittent chime. Once the BeltAlert warning sequence has completed, the Seat Belt
Reminder Light will remain on until the seat belts are buckled. The BeltAlert warning
sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the driver and occupied outboard front
seat passenger seat belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle
their seat belts.
Change Of Status
If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger
seat BeltAlert) unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert
warning sequence will begin until the seat belts are buckled again.
The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front
passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or other items
are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat (if
equipped). It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet
harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts, and cargo is properly stowed.
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BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your authorized dealer. FCA US LLC does not
recommend deactivating BeltAlert.
NOTE:
If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if
equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat Belt
Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver and outboard front seat
passenger seat belts are buckled.
Lap/Shoulder Belts
All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts.
The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions. This
feature allows the shoulder part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal
conditions. However, in a collision the seat belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking
the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle.
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 belt even though you have air bags.
• In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not
properly buckled up. 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.
• It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
Occupants, including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an
air bag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury
or death in the event of a crash.
• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse.
You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow
these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.
• Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can
crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a
lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
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WARNING!
• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The seat belt
forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always
wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug.
• A twisted seat belt may not protect you properly. In a collision, it could even cut into
you. Be sure the seat belt is flat against your body, without twists. If you can’t
straighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer immediately
and have it fixed.
• A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap
portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always
buckle your seat belt into the buckle nearest you.
• A seat 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 seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside
surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A seat belt
worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder
bones. Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the
force in a collision.
• 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 frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose
parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify
the seat belt system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
1. Enter the vehicle and close the door.
Sit back and adjust the seat.
2. The seat belt latch plate is above the
back of the front seat, and next to your
arm in the rear seat (for vehicles
equipped with a rear seat). Grasp the
latch plate and pull out the seat belt.
Slide the latch plate up the webbing as
far as necessary to allow the seat belt to
go around your lap.
3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit,
insert the latch plate into the buckle
until you hear a “click.”
4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug
and lies low across your hips, below your
abdomen. To remove slack in the lap
belt portion, pull up 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 seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision.
5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so
that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack
in the shoulder belt.
6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will
automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the
webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/shoulder belt.
1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.
2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat
belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch
plate.
3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter
the slot at the top of the latch plate.
4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt
is no longer twisted.
Pulling Out The Latch Plate
1 — Seat Belt Latch Plate
2 — Seat Belt Buckle
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