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.
2017 Dodge and Ram Viper BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | If DOT 4 Brake Fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | Castrol SAF-XJ, SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Oil | Limited-Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) MOPAR Limited Slip Additive. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 16.00 QTS. | 15.14 L | MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent | Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 11.00 QTS. | 10.4 L | Full Synthetic SAE 0W-40 or equivalent engine oil | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 16.00 GALS. | 60.56 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.40 QTS. | 3.21 L | MOPAR Automatic Transmission Fluid Plus 4 or equivalent | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | MOPAR Power Steering Fluid Plus 4 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Antifreeze | Not radiator antifreeze. Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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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.
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