Vehicle Class:
High-performance Sports Car
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts, owners, professional mechanics specializing in performance vehicles
Competitors:
Chevrolet Corvette, Porsche 911, Ferrari models
Unique Selling Points:
V10 engine, extreme performance, iconic American muscle car heritage
Manual Purpose:
To provide comprehensive, accurate, and specific repair and maintenance information for the 2005 Dodge Viper.
Engine:
Complete overhaul, diagnosis, repair, performance tuning
Transmission:
Manual transmission (TR-6060), clutch system, driveline
Brakes:
ABS, EBD, hydraulic system, caliper, rotor, pad replacement, bleeding procedures
Suspension:
Independent front and rear, shocks, springs, bushings, alignment
Steering:
Power-assisted rack and pinion, column, linkage
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, fuses, relays, lighting, ignition, starting, charging, ECU
Cooling:
Radiator, fan, water pump, thermostat, hoses, coolant specification
Fuel:
Fuel pump, injectors, fuel lines, pressure regulator, tank
Exhaust:
Manifolds, catalytic converters, mufflers, pipes
HVAC:
Air conditioning, heating, ventilation, blower motor, refrigerant
Body:
Exterior panels, doors, hood, trunk, interior trim, glass
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacement, tune-ups
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based diagnosis
Repair:
Component replacement, system overhauls, specific repair instructions
Diagnostics:
Engine performance, electrical faults, mechanical issues
Special Tools:
Required special tools and their usage
Depth:
Complete rebuild and advanced diagnostics, equivalent to dealership technician level
Engine Code:
VPC10 (8.3L V10)
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated, Overhead Valve (OHV), 10 Cylinder
Displacement:
8.3 Liters (505 cubic inches)
Horsepower:
510 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
535 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane)
Oil Type Specification:
SAE 0W-40 (Meets Chrysler MS-10890 or API SN/SM)
Oil Capacity Quarts:
7.0 (with filter change)
Coolant Type:
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (50/50 mixture with distilled water)
Coolant Capacity Quarts:
15.5
NHTSA Front Crash Test:
Not Rated (Due to low production volume and specialty vehicle status)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags
Seat Belts:
3-Point Active Seatbelts with Pretensioners
Audio System:
Premium AM/FM stereo with CD player and 6-speaker system (optional premium audio available).
Instrument Cluster:
Analog gauges with tachometer, speedometer, oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, and voltmeter.
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Optional Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Auxiliary Input:
N/A (Early 2000s technology)
Oil Change Interval Miles:
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Replacement Interval Miles:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months.
Spark Plug Replacement Interval Miles:
Every 30,000 miles (refer to manual for specific plug type and gap).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (refer to manual for precise specification)
Power Steering Fluid Type:
Chrysler Power Steering Fluid (Mopar)
Common Wear Items:
Clutch assembly, front suspension bushings, rear differential mounts (due to high torque).
Potential Electrical Gremlins:
Wiring harness issues, sensor failures can occur with age and mileage.
Spark Plug Part Number:
NGK PFR7B (Platinum, specific for V10 performance)
Dodge Legacy:
Long history of performance vehicles, muscle cars, and motorsport involvement.
Generation:
Third Generation (ZB II) - Introduced for the 2003 model year.
Key Updates 2005:
Introduction of the SRT-10 Coupe (this manual covers both Roadster and Coupe versions).
Manufacturer:
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
Assembly Location:
New Mack Assembly Plant, Detroit, Michigan, USA
