2004 Dodge Viper Owner's Manual - Page 154
2004 Dodge Viper Manual
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154 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Service, including a tune up to manufacturers specifications, should be obtained immediately. To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected for prolonged period. Ignition Wiring System and Ignition Timing The ignition cables should be kept clean and properly connected. Terminals should be fully seated. Do not remove the nipple assemblies from the coil towers unless the nipples are damaged or cable testing shows high resistance or broken insulation. Refer to the Service