Viper GTS V10-8.0L VIN E (1999)
If the DRB should display any other error message, record the entire display and call MDS Hotline, or call for information and assistance at
1-800-825-8737. This is a sample of a typical error message display.
ver: 2.14
date: 26 Jul93
file: key_itf.cc
date: Jul26 1993 line: 548
err: Ox1
User-Requested COLD Boot
Press MORE to switch between this display and the application screen.
Press F4 when done noting information.
DRBIII Does Not Power Up (Blank Screen)
It the LED's do not light or no sound is emitted at start up, check for loose cable connections or a bad cable Check the vehicle battery voltage (data
link connector cavity 16). A minimum of 11 volts is required to adequately power the DRB.
If all connections are proper between the DRB and the vehicle or other devices, and the vehicle battery is fully charged, an inoperative DRB may
be the result of faulty cable or vehicle wiring. See: Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and Associated
Procedures/Manufacturer Code Charts/Vehicle Communication Tests/1A Identifying Vehicle Communication Problems
DRB Scan Tool
Display Is Not Visible
Low temperatures will affect the visibility of the display. Adjust the contrast to compensate for this condition.
Entry Module
ENTRY MODULE
The Viper Coupe and Roadster utilize an Entry Module (EM). In 1996 this system replaced the prior years Vehicle Theft Alarm and Remote
keyless Entry modules. The module is located on the left side of the transmission tunnel, above the knee bolster. It is secured with a rubber strap. It
contains a 32-way and two 6-way connectors. There is a green six way connector and a black six way connector. The module is connected to the
CCD bus and transmits the "Ok to run" message to the PCM when the theft alarm function is not tripped. It also receives the vehicle speed
message from the bus and through a hardwired backup circuit.
The Coupe and Roadster will use electric door latches to accomplish opening and closing of the vehicle doors and electronics to accomplish the
lock function that was typically performed with linkage inside the door. The system utilizes electric latches inside the door and micro switches
both inside and outside the vehicle. These switches are inputs to the EM and if the conditions are correct, the EM will unlatch the doors. The lock
function is simply the ignoring of the switch inputs that would normally cause the EM to open the doors. There is no mechanical lock linkage
inside the door. This results in fewer moving parts and problems associated with packaging the linkage mechanisms.
The Entry Module provides remote keyless entry functions as well as vehicle theft alarm functions, electric locking/unlocking and the opening or
power unlatching of the doors. The Coupe and Roadster will power unlatch the doors based only on inputs from the switches on the inside or the
outside of the vehicle. The unlock button on the fob will not power unlatch the door. It also allows for the rolling lock feature, the only difference
from other rolling lock systems is that specific throttle angle is not required for the locks to actuate. It is strictly a speed based system.
