Viper SRT-10 V10-8.4L (2008)
Hood Sensor/Switch (For Alarm): Description and Operation
Description
DESCRIPTION
The hood ajar switch is a normally closed, single pole, spring-loaded plunger switch that is used only on vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Theft
Security System (VTSS) for sale in certain markets where it is required equipment. The molded plastic switch body (5) has an integral molded connector
(1) on the lower end containing two terminal pins. The switch is connected to the vehicle electrical system through the headlamp and dash wire harness.
The sleeve has a one-time, self-adjustment feature that is activated after the switch is installed by closing the hood. Two integral latches (2) lock the
switch into a keyed mounting hole in the stamped steel switch mounting bracket. The underside of the hood panel inner reinforcement actuates the switch
plunger as the hood panel is closed.
An installed hood ajar switch cannot be readjusted or repaired. If the switch is damaged, ineffective, or requires readjustment, it must be replaced with a
new unit.
