2005 Dodge Viper Owner's Manual - Page 203

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 203 the vehicle is not going to be driven in the next 3 weeks, follow the battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual, then disconnect the battery at the negative terminal or use the save feature described in Maintaining your Vehicle section under the Maintenance Procedures sub-section, within MaintenanceFree Battery. Maintaining your Vehicle section under the Maintenance Procedures sub-section, within MaintenanceFree Battery. The engine may run rough when first started after a battery disconnect until the control module "relearns" these functions. Check the battery every 4 to 6 weeks to ensure that the voltage is above 12.40. Voltage will drop more rapidly in hot temperatures. If battery voltage drops below 12.40, follow the battery recharge procedure in the Service Manual. • Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to at least -20°F (-29°C). • Block the wheels. Do not apply the Parking Brake. • Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum pressure, (29 PSI). CAUTION! Use care when disconnecting the remote positive cable. It is connected to the battery and can short out to any metal on the vehicle. Always tape or wrap the exposed cable end to prevent electrical shorts. • Disconnecting the battery causes the engine control system to lose memory of some "learned" functions, unless using the Battery Save feature described in 7