2005 Dodge Viper Owner's Manual - Page 111

STARTING AND OPERATING 111 STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust temperatures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. 5 WARNING! Do not leave animals or children inside parked vehicles in hot weather; interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death. Fully apply the parking brake, press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the gear selector in NEUTRAL before starting the engine. Ignition Key Positions NOTE: The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine does not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. To start the vehicle, turn the key to the ON position and press the red ENGINE START button located on the