Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1998 Dodge and Ram Viper GTS-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 3 (Body Control Computer): Introduction: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Dodge Viper and 2000 Dodge Viper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use the following diagnostic path:
- Ensure DRBIII(R) is communicating with the appropriate modules; i.e., if the DRBIII(R) displays a "No Response" condition, you must diagnose that first.
- Read DTC's (diagnostic trouble codes) with the DRBIII(R).
- If no DTC's are present, identify the customer complaint.
- Once the DTC or customer complaint is identified, locate the matching test in the Table of Contents and begin to diagnose the symptom.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.