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1996 Dodge Viper Problems

Driveline Clunk on Acceleration/Deceleration is Normal

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Some driveline clunk noted on acceleration and deceleration is considered normal.

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Click or Pop Heard From Rear of Vehicle When Clutch Released

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A single click or pop may be heard from the rear of the vehicle when the clutch is released. Our technicians tell us the repair involves installing matched hubs and yokes to the rear axle.

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LDP failure due to carbon from vapor canister

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Leak detection pump failure can be caused by the internal diaphragm switch sticking, or in some cases, contamination from debris or carbon particles from vapor canister. If black carbon particles are present in the LDP, replace vapor canister in addition to LDP. The purge solenoid should also be checked for debris or carbon contamination and replaced as necessary. All evap system hoses are subject to cracking and splitting causing leaks, Inspect hoses carefully. In cases of contamination from carbon particles or debris, all hoses and tubes must be blown out with compressed air to remove contaminates.

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Revised PCM software available for intermittent hesitation

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Our technicians tell us that there is a Powertrain Control Module software update to correct an intermittent hesitation between 4,000 & 5,000 RPM, or engine spark knock when using 91 octane gasoline.

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Electronic entry system may stop working

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The electronic entry system may stop working. Our technicians tell us that the entry module should be replaced to correct this issue.

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Instrument panel backlighting may flicker when dimmer in 1/2 position

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The instrument panel backlighting may flicker most noticeably when the dimmer is set in the 1/2 position. Our technicians tell us that a revised panel dimmer switch module is available to correct this condition.

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Misaligned hood/rear glass strut switch may cause security system faults

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Security system faults may be related to misalignment of the hood and/or rear glass strut switch.

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Noise from transmission when clutch is engaged and transmission in neutral

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A light chatter or rattle or noise from the may be noted with the engaged and the transmission in neutral. Updating the transmission lubricant, SAE 75W will help but not eliminate it.

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Wind noise or water leak from top of windshield frame

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Wind noise and/or water leaks may be noted from the top of the windshield frame. Our technicians tell us that installing adjustable top latch handles should help to correct this problem.

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