Chevrolet 1995 Corvette Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1995 Corvette

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Page 2: ...while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Here the manual tellsyou how to keep your Corvette running properly and looking good Maintenanceschedule This section tells you when to perf...

Page 3: ...manual in your Corvette so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner canuse it Litho inU S A Part No 10242165...

Page 4: ...0new lightweight fiberglass roadsters A handful went to project engineers General Motors managers and a select group of movie stars and celebrities With a two speed Powerglide automatic transmission B...

Page 5: ...d headlamps and a unique split rear window The split window would only be offered in 1963 making this model among the most prized Corvettes everbuilt Restyled inside and out for 1968 this Vette sporte...

Page 6: ...25th anniversary the 1978 Corvette received a new fastback roofline with a wide expanse of glass that wrapped around the sides Emblems front and rear identified the 78 Vette as a Silver Anniversary m...

Page 7: ...klook and advanced technology that provided superior handling and performance Windshield angle was the sheerestof any domestic vehicle cornering ability the tightest of any production car In short the...

Page 8: ...y isone of the most sophisticatedand computerized automobile assembly facilities in the world To build your 1995Corvette over 1 200 employes teamed up with the 70 high tech robots that assist in a var...

Page 9: ...ls You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning In the g...

Page 10: ...ge yourvehicle Many times this damagewould not be covered by your warranty andit could be costly But the notice will tell you whatto do to help avoid the damage When you read othermanuals you might se...

Page 11: ...riven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT 4 BELTS POWER WINDOW AIRBAG P These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS ee TURN p HIGH BEAM OR so FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WIND...

Page 12: ...ags and safetybelts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them andalso about reclining front seatbacks seatback latches and thefoldingrear seatback Manual Front...

Page 13: ...ting your seat Move the control forward or back to move the seat forward orback Move the controltoward the centerof the vehicleto raise the seat and away from the center of the vehicleto lower it Thes...

Page 14: ...seatbacks fold forward to give you access to the rear area To fold a seatback forward lift this latch and push the seatback forward When you return the seatback toits original position make sure the...

Page 15: ...Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback push the lever back and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatbackin place But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle...

Page 16: ...e for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should notdo with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint...

Page 17: ...an survive and sometimeswalk away Without belts they could have been badly hurtor killed After more than 25 years ofsafety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling updoes matter...

Page 18: ...I Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 7...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop thevehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stoppedby something In a real vehicle it couldbe the windshield...

Page 20: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make...

Page 21: ...llisions but especially in side and other collisions won t haveto wear safety belts Q C If I m a good driver and I never drive far from A You may be an excellent driver butif you re in an home why sho...

Page 22: ...you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it gettwisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it...

Page 23: ...ld apply force at your abdom en This could cause serious or evenfatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt res...

Page 24: ...What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is tooloose It won t give nearly as much protectionthis way 1 13...

Page 25: ...What s wrong with this n A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 14...

Page 26: ...What s wrong with this A The shoulderbelt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 15...

Page 27: ...What s wrong with this A The belt is twisted across the body 1 16...

Page 28: ...sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt andyour vehicle Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system Your Corvette has two air bags one airbag f...

Page 29: ...rument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical systemfor malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electricalproblem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for mor...

Page 30: ...Where is theair bag The driver sair bag is inthe middle of the steering wheel The passenger sair bag isin the instrumentpanel on the passenger s side 1 19...

Page 31: ...eof the impactand the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficientseverity the airbag sensing sy...

Page 32: ...air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the passenger air bag 0 0 0 The air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate y...

Page 33: ...cing Your AirBag Equipped Corvette Air bags affect how your Corvette should be serviced There areparts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate w...

Page 34: ...belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Passenger Position Th...

Page 35: ...Smaller Children and Babies 1 24...

Page 36: ...nt will show you how to do that The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat Keep in mind thatan unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injur...

Page 37: ...ays move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index Put therestraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure...

Page 38: ...e the cinch feature 7 To tighten the belt feedthe lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it...

Page 39: ...n Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash 0 Children who aren t buckled up can strikeother people...

Page 40: ...toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would havethe restraint that belts provide The lap portio...

Page 41: ...se Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it ismade to fit To wear it just attach it to theregular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts...

Page 42: ...ever see a label on the passenger s safety belt that says to replace the belt be sure todo so Then the new belt will bethere to help protect you in an accident You would see this label on the belt ne...

Page 43: ...NOTES 1 32...

Page 44: ...e many standard and optionalfeatures on your Corvette and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrumentpanel and thewarning systems that tell you if everythingis worki...

Page 45: ...d key tag instead Each plug or tag has a code onit that tells your dealeror a qualifiedlocksmith how to make extra keys Keepthe plugs in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new o...

Page 46: ...entry transmitter If your theft deterrent system is armed unlock the doors only with the key or the transmitter to avoid settingoff the alarm Refer to Universal Theft Deterrent in the Index To lock t...

Page 47: ...em See UniversalTheft Deterrent in the Index Passive Keyless Entry System Your Corvette s Passive Keyless Entry System PKE allows you to lockand unlock yourdoors unlock your t r u n k or disarm or arm...

Page 48: ...to use this equipment Operation You don t have to do anything for PKE to work when the passive feature is on Just walk toward your vehicle with the PKE transmitter and the system will automatically di...

Page 49: ...e doorsettings 1 Put theignition key in the ignition but don t turn it 2 Press DOOR on the transmitter until the door locks on cycle about two seconds To turn the systemoff 1 Take the ignitionkey out...

Page 50: ...ttery in the transmitter Range will decrease if the battery is low It will also decrease if more than one transmitteris in the area Don tput the transmitter in a metal container because the transmitte...

Page 51: ...houldbegin to flash toshow the systemis in programming mode 6 Bring one transmitterinto range The light will stop flashing and stay on to show that the code is stored 7 Move the transmitterout of rang...

Page 52: ...Put the two halves back together Make sure the halves are together tightly so water won t get in Test the transmitter Press the switch inyour center console to unlock the hatch from insideyour vehicl...

Page 53: ...ansmission in any gear Push it down to release the The PKE transmitter will also release the hatch See Passive Keyless Entry System in the Index If you don t have battery power use the manual release...

Page 54: ...a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we puton it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with th...

Page 55: ...storagearea like your rear Lock the rear storagecompartment and center 0 Lock all the doors exceptthe driver s Then take the doorkey with you storage compartment or centerconsole console Universal Th...

Page 56: ...Always use your key or the PassiveKeyless Entry system to unlock a door Unlocking adoor any other way will setoff the alarm If you do set off the alarm accidentally there are three ways to stop it Un...

Page 57: ...d will start over again This discourages someonefrom randomly trying different keys with differentresistor pellets in an attempt to make a match The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inse...

Page 58: ...a locksmith who can service PASS Key In an emergency call the Chevrolet RoadsideAssistance Program at 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your modern Corvette doesn t needan ela...

Page 59: ...ot send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed RUN D Position to which theswitch returns after you start your engine and release theswitch The sw...

Page 60: ...ut of the ignition lock NOTICE If your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure itis all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel leftand rightwhile you turn the key hard But turn...

Page 61: ...tomatic transmission Move your shift lever toPARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE D...

Page 62: ...r pedal tomaintain engine speed if you have to untilyour engine has run for a while 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too muchgasoline Try pushing yo...

Page 63: ...there When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for awhile stops itcould be flooded withtoo much gasoline Try...

Page 64: ...rkey into the switch Turn the key tothe settingyou want and let go Thekey willreturn to the center position Your ZR 1 isable to run at full power under the following conditions 0 The engine coolantand...

Page 65: ...n during racing or other competitive driving and keep the level at or near the upper mark on the engine oil dipstick You may need to add oil See Engine Oil in the Index J Driving Through Deep Standing...

Page 66: ...t easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hoursprior to starting your vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn o...

Page 67: ...nd of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your Chevrolet dealer inthe area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealercan give you...

Page 68: ...Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicleis movingforward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before sta...

Page 69: ...COVERDRIVE 0 This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56...

Page 70: ...IRST l the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your rearwheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep...

Page 71: ...wly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the acceleratorpedal THIRD FOURTH FIFTH AND SIXTH 3 4 5 and 6 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 FIFTH 5 and SIXTH 6 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up...

Page 72: ...r more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance NOTICE When you are shifting gears don t move the gear shift lever around needlessly Thiscan damage parts of the transmission a...

Page 73: ...f you race the engine when you downshift youcan damage the clutchor transmission The six speed transmission has a spring that centers the shift lever near THIRD 3 and FOURTH 4 This spring helps you kn...

Page 74: ...mness at higher speeds SPORT however will adjust more at higher speeds than TOUR will PERF will provide much more control and a firmer ride at all speeds You can select a setting at any time Based on...

Page 75: ...kingbrake indicator light will come on To release theparking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever upuntil you can pushin the release button Hold the release button in as you mo...

Page 76: ...ke holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle 2 Move the shift lever into thePARK P position by 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the...

Page 77: ...movethe shift lever outof PARK P before you releasethe parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some the pressure from the trans...

Page 78: ...il the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Before you...

Page 79: ...Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re 2 36...

Page 80: ...ow when the ignition is on or when DAB is present See Delayed Accessory Bus in the Index The switch for the driver s window has an Express Down feature Press the switch for at least onethird of a seco...

Page 81: ...just the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel andpull th...

Page 82: ...ise Control Tbrn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a tum ora lane change To signal a tur...

Page 83: ...rows don t flash butjust stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoidan accident If the green arrows don tgo on...

Page 84: ...ow Turnthe band to choosethe delay time The closer toLO the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the bandaway from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further t...

Page 85: ...tratedwasher fluid follow the manufacturer sinstructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to usewasher fluid Water can causethe solution to freeze and damage your washer fluidtank and other...

Page 86: ...oes not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40km h When you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal the cruise control shuts off If your vehicle is incruise control when the ASR system begins to limi...

Page 87: ...e accelerator pedal Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once...

Page 88: ...for less than halfa second Each time you do this you ll go 1mph 1 6km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the acceleratorpedal to increase your speed When you take your foo...

Page 89: ...you to turn on your headlamps To read your odometer and fuel level with the ignition off turn on your parking lamps Lamps On Reminder If you turn the ignition OFF and leave the lamps on you will hear...

Page 90: ...in icy or snowy conditions to prevent the doors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicle to help cleanthe headlamps Daytime Running Lamps Canada Only Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it ea...

Page 91: ...ll also comeon When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your front turn signal lamps come on As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system any time you ne...

Page 92: ...arview mirror includes two map lamps The lamps will go on when a door is opened When the doors are closed and theignition is on press the switch to turnon the lamps Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror An...

Page 93: ...ch toLEFT L or RIGHT R Then use thejoystick to adjust the mirror When you are done adjusting the mirrors move the controlback to the center to avoid accidental adjustment Convex OutsideMirror Your pas...

Page 94: ...e hardtop roof removed or the convertible top down you canflip the visorsstraight up to help reduce wind turbulence Pull down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror When the igni...

Page 95: ...ving the Roof Panel 2 Remove the ratchet from the console 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into REVERS...

Page 96: ...ne above each seat You ll see three bolts on each side Loosen the middle one The ratchet won t work for the other two The boltswill stay in the roof panel 5 Stand on one side of the vehicle and have y...

Page 97: ...Storingthe Roof Panel 1 Open the rear hatch and look for the two brackets in the rear area The brackets are below the courtesy lamps 2 54...

Page 98: ...ge of the roof panel higher than eight inches 200mm when thecorners are in the brackets If you do you could damage the roof panel 3 4 5 6 Lower the front of the roof panel centering it over the latchp...

Page 99: ...t the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE R Lower both windows turn the ignition key to LOCK and move both sunshades to the si...

Page 100: ...ey to lock and unlock the console Don t leave the key in the lock or it could be damaged when the driver sits down To use the storage area push the button on the front end of the console and lift Your...

Page 101: ...y I NOTICE Your Corvette s radio receiver is in the rear storage compartment To help avoid damage to the receiver 0 Securely store the jack if so equipped in Store any other objects under the storage...

Page 102: ...urity Shade Coupe Each door has a storage compartment below the armrest The security shade can provide hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle To use the securityshade 1 Pull the security shad...

Page 103: ...htray and Lighter Ashtray 2 Put theends of the shade intothe slots behind the seats To use the ashtray push on theright side of the door next to the shift lever To remove it lift up on the snuffer 2 6...

Page 104: ...such as paperclips can lodge behind and beneath the ashtray lid and prevent movement of the lid Avoidputting small loose objectsnear the ashtray Cigarette Lighter I I 17 To use the lighter push it in...

Page 105: ...followthe installation instructions included with the equipment To use theaccessory plug 1 Open the center console and carefully pull the carpet away from the coinholder to uncover the screws on eithe...

Page 106: ...0 0 0 0 Don t splice wires directly into the accessoryplug wire If done incorrectly splicingmight cause damageto your electricalsystem The maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 1...

Page 107: ...I Instrument Panel...

Page 108: ...Cluster 7 Ignition Switch 8 TripMonitor Controls 9 Solar Sensor 10 Center AirVent 11 Driver Information Center 12 Comfort Controls 13 Fuse Panel 14 Audio System 15 AshtrayLighterKupholder 16 Selectiv...

Page 109: ...are designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle isrunning You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have left and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and e...

Page 110: ...the ENG MET Your speedometer lets you see your speed in eithermiles between English units miles metric units per hour mph or kilometers per hour km h Your kilometers odometer shows how far your vehic...

Page 111: ...ce your rpm quickly when the fuel shutsoff Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that somethingis wrong before itbecomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair...

Page 112: ...s light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes t...

Page 113: ...ve a loose or broken drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be...

Page 114: ...u may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light isstill on have the vehicle towed for service See TowingYour Vehicle in th...

Page 115: ...s on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Corv...

Page 116: ...comes on and stays on when the ASR button is pressed to turn the system ASR OFF off If it stays on or comes on when you re driving there s a If the SERVICE ASR and ASR OFF lights come on and problemw...

Page 117: ...lightdoesn t come on then have it fixedso it will be there to tell you when thesystem is active Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 18s TEMP F LT1 1 0 0 uv EMP F LT5 This gauge shows the engine coolant t...

Page 118: ...the temperature is below 32 F OOC ow Coolant 1 This red light comeson when the coolant in the system is low You may LOW need toadd coolant See Engine Overheating in the COOLANT Index NOTICE Driving wi...

Page 119: ...harmful interference and 2 This devicemust accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorize...

Page 120: ...alve stem on the tire Take care when servicing or having your tires serviced The sensors may not work properly if damaged To prevent damage to the sensors see the 1995Corvette ServiceManual for correc...

Page 121: ...on three times in a row for half an hour without moving your Corvette The light will then come on every time you turn the ignition on until you move your Corvette You run your Corvette three times for...

Page 122: ...oltmeter reads in either shaded area and it stays there you may havea problem withthe charging system Have it checked right away Driving with thevoltmeter reading ina shaded areacould drain your batte...

Page 123: ...e with this light on after a while the emission controls won t work as well your fuel economy won t be as good and your engine may notrun as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs not covered by y...

Page 124: ...oil temperature Oil temperature may varywith the type of driving you do and weather conditions If your gauge pointer moves close to or into the shaded area and stays there your oil temperature is too...

Page 125: ...rical system If the amber SECURITY light flashes at the same time there is a problem with your theft deterrent system Have your vehicle checked by your dealer if SYS keeps appearing Gauge Markings The...

Page 126: ...geshows about how much fuel is in your tank The bars light up when the ignition is on or if the ignition is off when you turn on your parking lamps When the display is down to the last two bars RESERV...

Page 127: ...calculated for the current tank of fuel or since you last reset the display refueling 0 RANGE The distance you can drivebefore 0 BLANK The fuel gauge is displayed alone You should reset the fuel info...

Page 128: ...IVE D and continue driving at a slower constant speed Monitorthe transmissionfluid temperature and allow it to cool to 180 F 82 C to 200 F 93 C Then you should check the transmission fluid level for a...

Page 129: ...ee Engine Oil in the Index Engine Oil Life Monitor The amber CHANGEOIL light comes on for afew seconds when you turn the ignition on It will come on and stay on when it s time to change your oil The m...

Page 130: ...or doesn treset turn the ignition off then try again Service Ride ControlLight SERVICE RIDE CONTROL If your vehicle is equipped with Selective Ride Control this amber light should come on for a few se...

Page 131: ...Keyless Entry Light 1PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY This amber light will come on forabout two seconds when you turn the ignition on unless your keyless entry system is off The light alsocomes on and flashes w...

Page 132: ...ationCenter DIC gives you important safety andmaintenance facts It will display warning lights for the following SERVICEASR Acceleration Slip Regulation ASROFF 0 SERVICELTPWS Low Tire PressureWarning...

Page 133: ...arking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE R Lower both windows and sunshades and turn the ignition key to LOCK NOTICE Before lowering...

Page 134: ...h window 4 Unfasten the lower front cornerof the top opening 5 Tilt the driver sseatback forward The convertible top release handle is behind the driver s seat beneath the storagecompartment lid Pull...

Page 135: ...so work Then raise the lid If your Corvette has lost power dead battery for example you can still open the storage compartment using the manual release handles The handles are near the sidewallbehind...

Page 136: ...ry to lift the lid tomake sure it s latched When closingthe storage compartment lid make sure the latch handles are turned back toward the centerof the vehicle If they aren t you may damage the paint...

Page 137: ...the outsidecorners Lift the rear of the top and close thecompartment lid firmly 6 Lower the rear of the topso the latch pins align with the holes in the lid To secure therear of the top push down firm...

Page 138: ...ive tape strip This protective stripprotects your Corvette from paint damage so it should not beremoved For care and cleaning of your convertible top see Cleaning Your ConvertibleTop inthe Index Conve...

Page 139: ...surface set the parking brake firmly and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N Lower both windows and sunshades and turn the ignition key off 2 Loosen the front bolts with the wrench a k 3 Move both s...

Page 140: ...ratchet 5 Using the wrench remove the two lower bolts A from thelock pillar bracket on each side 6 Remove the bolt B from thebottom flange of each lock pillar bracket 7 Then remove the two upper bolts...

Page 141: ...ft the hardtop approximately 8 inches 200mm straightup Remove the hardtop over the rear of thevehicle 11 Install the HATCH 45 fuse to enable the storage compartment lid release button and centerconsol...

Page 142: ...tible top Refer to Convertible Top in the Index This procedure will require the use of the storage compartment lid release button behind the dnver s seat or the center console release switch The fuse...

Page 143: ...leverbehind the driver s seat under the storage compartment lid Secure but don t tighten the rear cornerbracket bolts using the ratchet Tighten the front bolts using the wrench 11 Insert the lower bol...

Page 144: ...your Corvette Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with yourvehicle Comfort Controls With these systems you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in yourCorvette Your vehicle...

Page 145: ...ditioner compressor is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressoron and off to keep the d...

Page 146: ...little heating or cooling is needed youcan still direct outside air through your vehicle Press VENT andFAN UP then slide the temperature control lever to a comfortable setting Defogging and Defrosting...

Page 147: ...zing When the airconditioner is on you may notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and offto keep the de...

Page 148: ...t will notwork when the outside temperature is above freezing 49 BI LEVEL This setting directs outside air through the instrumentpanel and side window defogger vents and the floor ducts A d o 9 VENT O...

Page 149: ...ir outlet on the passenger side If you block or cover either interior sensor the system will give a false reading 3 minutes or 11 2minutes Automatic Control The system will adjust to maintainthe tempe...

Page 150: ...rows on the fan speed switch The air conditioner works best if you keep your windows closed On very hot days open the windows just longenough for the hot air to escape Press the arrows on the TEMPSET...

Page 151: ...s the arrows on the TEMPSET switch to set a comfortable temperature Then press DEFROST and if you don t like the automatic setting press the arrows on the fan speed switch System Problems If the light...

Page 152: ...off the ignition Do not attach anything like a tempbrary vehicle license or a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window I NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside...

Page 153: ...reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has beendesignedto operate easily and give years of listening pleasure But you will get the most enjoyme...

Page 154: ...press and hold one side of the button then press the other side SEEK Press AUTO then TUNE 7 or A and the radio will tuneto the next loweror higher stationand stay there PUSHBUTTONS The sixpushbuttons...

Page 155: ...e player is built to work best withtapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longerthan that are so thin they may not work wellin this player The longer sidewith the tape visible goes in...

Page 156: ...is currentlyplaying EJCT Press this button to remove the tape STOP PLAY Press this button to listento the radio without ejecting the cassette tape Press it again to go back to the tape CrO2 Press thi...

Page 157: ...o the next lower or higher station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations To set upto 12stations 6AM and 6 FM tune in the station and press SET Within...

Page 158: ...ng FF Press this button tofast forward or advance the tape rapidly Press it again to play The radio will play while the tapeis advancing REPT Press this button to go to the beginning of the current se...

Page 159: ...s button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how longit has been playing the elapsed time EL TIME REV Press and hold this buttonto return to a previously played pass...

Page 160: ...nd levelbefore your hearing adapts to it Press STOP PLAY to stop playing the disc and Press EJCT to eject the disc and switch to radio If To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control...

Page 161: ...er Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality trya known good cassette to see if the tapeor the tape player is at fault If this...

Page 162: ...irits or an equivalent solvent 3 Wipe the cloth over the mast removing any dirt 4 Wipe the mast dry with a clean cloth 5 Turn theradio off and on to make the antenna go up and down If the antennais st...

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Page 164: ...lts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going t...

Page 165: ...imates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under21 it s against thelaw in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 166: ...r during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcoholis carried in body water th...

Page 167: ...nce is twenty five times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee ornumber of cold showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right...

Page 168: ...e Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long astwo or thre...

Page 169: ...your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up itmay take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push A...

Page 170: ...ost of available tire and road conditions You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheelsis about to stop rolling the computer w...

Page 171: ...ditions The system operates only if it senses thatthe rear wheels are spinning too much or are beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the rear brakes and reduces engine power by...

Page 172: ...SR OFF light will come on and stay on If the ASR system is limitingwheel spin when youpress the button the system will turn off right away if you have an LT1 engine If you have an LT5 engine however t...

Page 173: ...he curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Supposeyou re steeringthrough a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering...

Page 174: ...ons you can turn it a full 180degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have avoided the object The fact...

Page 175: ...er vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a bri...

Page 176: ...ned up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pullout to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glanceover your shoulder and check the blindspot Ch...

Page 177: ...ly the acceleration skid If your ASR system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing yourfoot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the ac...

Page 178: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe placeand rest Night Vision No one can see aswell at night as in the day...

Page 179: ...ct repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far lessof a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it seasier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headla...

Page 180: ...ping equipment in good shape and keep your windshieldwasher tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rub...

Page 181: ...from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface therecould be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There 1 just isn t ahard and fast ruleab...

Page 182: ...ity map and plan your trip intoan unknown part of the city just as you wouldfor a cross country trip 0 Try to usethe freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See...

Page 183: ...to the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly withthe traffic flow Once you are on...

Page 184: ...t done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevroletdealers all across North America They ll be ready andwilling to help if you needit Here are some thing...

Page 185: ...the road in less than a second and you could crashand be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware thatit can happen Then here aresome tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilate...

Page 186: ...hill 0 Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down 0 0 0 to a lower gear The lower gearshelp cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay inyour own lane when driving...

Page 187: ...clude an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing asmall shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And...

Page 188: ...rate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has the ASR system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See ASR System in the Index Your anti lock brak...

Page 189: ...mon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth toyour vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Puton extra clothing or wrap a blan...

Page 190: ...art the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlights Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the e...

Page 191: ...ight is called Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS T...

Page 192: ...If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep go...

Page 193: ...NOTES 4 30...

Page 194: ...that can occur on the road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will fla shon and...

Page 195: ...about 300 feet 100m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and somejumper cables to start your Corvette But please follow the stepsbelow to...

Page 196: ...they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be ableto start your Corvette and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems 3 Turn off the ignitionon both vehicles...

Page 197: ...u could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too 6 Positive goes to positive and negative goes to negative or a metalengine part Connect the red positive cable tothe positive terminal of the vehi...

Page 198: ...n t go to the dead battery it goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery Attach the cable at least 1 8inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but notnear e...

Page 199: ...they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine P a r t B Good Battery C Dead Battery rowing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Corvette...

Page 200: ...rning flashers When youcall tell thetowing service That your vehicle cannot be towed from the rear with sling type equipment 0 That your vehicle has rear wheel drive The make model and year of your ve...

Page 201: ...released Don t haveyour vehicle towed on the rear wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the rear wheels don t go more than 35 mph 55 km h or farther than 50 miles 80km or your transm...

Page 202: ...m across sling chains contacting under fascia just ahead of the curb protect brackets A Attach T hook chains on both sides into slotted holes behind and inboardof front wheels Use these slots for slin...

Page 203: ...I I Position sling crossbar against front of 4X 4 beam Attach a separate safety chain around outboard end of each lower control arm 5 10...

Page 204: ...Rear Towing Hook Ups Attach T hookchains in slots forward and just inboard of rear wheelson both sides NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged 5 11...

Page 205: ...safety chainsand wheel straps NOTICE Towing a vehicle overrough surfacescould damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage installa...

Page 206: ...I I NOTICE Do not allow chains to contact spring as damage to spring could result Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument cluster and a low coolant ligh...

Page 207: ...to full hot at thehighest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE a or DRIVE D...

Page 208: ...Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see on the LT1 engine 1 Coolant recoverytank 2 Coolant high fill reservoir with pressure cap 3 Electric engine fans 5 15...

Page 209: ...until it cools down When you decide it s safe tolift the hood here s what you ll see on the LT5 engine 1 Coolant recovery tank 2 Coolant high fill reservoir with pressure cap 3 Electric engine fans W...

Page 210: ...h the engine on check to see if the electric engine fan s arerunning If the engine is overheating both fan s should be running If they aren t yourvehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to theCoolant...

Page 211: ...ded coolant When the coolant in the coolantrecovery tank is at or above the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coo...

Page 212: ...5 19...

Page 213: ...an remove the coolant high fill reservoir pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant high fill reservoir pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slo...

Page 214: ...3 Fill the coolant high fill reservoir with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the HOT mark on the dipstick 5 21...

Page 215: ...ne and let itrun until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans By this timethe coolant level inside the coolant high fill reservoir filler neck may be lower If t...

Page 216: ...k reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this How to Add Coolant to the Coolant High Fill Reservoir LTl Only NOTICE The LT1 Engine CodeP has a specific coolant...

Page 217: ...r hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it firststops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure le...

Page 218: ...wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment 8 Start the engine and allow it to run in idle for approximately four minutes By this time the coolant level inside the coolant high fill rese...

Page 219: ...hicle toward that side Take yourfoot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowou...

Page 220: ...w to use the jack and change a tire Your Corvette wheel lock key has a unique registration number The registration number is printed on a card included in your locknut package Also on this card is los...

Page 221: ...e equipment you ll need is behind the driver s seat and in the rear storage compartment behind the passenger s seat Move the driver s seat all the way forward and fold the seatback forward The wheel w...

Page 222: ...se the socket end of the wheel wrenchto turn the latch bolt clockwise Lower the tray about an inch Don t loosen the latch bolt too much or the tray couldfall Put the hooked end of the wheel wrench int...

Page 223: ...won t come free loosen it a little more Carefully lower the tray using the wheel wrench and remove the spare tire Remove the plastic wheel nutcaps using the socketend of the wheel wrench by turning t...

Page 224: ...instructions are provided Attach the wheellock key to the wheel wrench Remove the locking wheel nut byturning counterclockwise Attach the wheel nut socket tothe wheel wrench and loosen all the wheel n...

Page 225: ...d the wheel wrench handle so it forms a right angle with the jack then turn it clockwise When you ve turned the wrenchalmost as far as it will go swing it around to the other side Keep turning to rais...

Page 226: ...l Raise the lift head C until it fits firmly underthe steel rocker flange D between thetriangles nearest the flat tire If you have a ZR 1 the triangles are on the underside of the molding The flange i...

Page 227: ...to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle Raise thevehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the...

Page 228: ...el nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower thejack...

Page 229: ...t tire repairedor replaced install the plastic nut caps and tighten them to 22 pound inches 2 5Nem Put thejack wheel nut socket and wheel lock key in the rear storage compartment behind the passenger...

Page 230: ...ent Do not toss or place the items against the radio receiver box or any wiring Storing a Flat Tire ExceptZR 1Rear Tires If you have not chosen the spare tire delete option you ll notice the road tire...

Page 231: ...down tothe lower position Put the hooked end of the wheel wrench into the slot in the tray Lift the tray using the wheel wrench and insert the latch bolt into the notch in the tray To raise the tray...

Page 232: ...will not fitin the tray so you must put it on the floorof the rear area Put the flat tirein the storage bag provided Place the tire on the rear area floor Use the luggage straps tohold the tire in pl...

Page 233: ...s 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare wi...

Page 234: ...act spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chainswon t fit your compact spare Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the c...

Page 235: ...ht That will clear thearea around your front wheels You shouldturn your ASR system off See ASR System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual trans...

Page 236: ...r vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all yourservice needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported servicepeople I I We hope you ll wa...

Page 237: ...e letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrumentpanel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index Use premium unleaded gasolinerated at 91octane or higher You may u...

Page 238: ...s such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary butyl ether Fuel that is no more than 15 MTBE is fine foryour vehicle Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol Properly blended fuel that is no more than 10...

Page 239: ...reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions 5 7L LT1 Code P Engine Use premium unleaded gasolinerated at 91 octane or higher for best performance You may usemiddle grade or regular unleaded gasolines bu...

Page 240: ...Fuels in ForeignCountries If you plan on drivingin another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If youuse even one tankful your emission contr...

Page 241: ...Tank While refueling place the cap in the indent to the left of the filler neck To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap is under a hinged door on the rear decklid of y...

Page 242: ...y notfit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outs...

Page 243: ...hecking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle Then go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield 6 8...

Page 244: ...ic Clutch Fluid Reservoir if equipped Brake Fluid Reservoir Battery Electric Engine Fan Air Cleaner Coolant Recovery Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Windshi...

Page 245: ...ing the hood be sureall the filler caps are on You ll see the following when you open the hood with the LT5 engine 1 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir 2 Brake Fluid Reservoir 3 Battery 4 Electric Engin...

Page 246: ...Windshield WasherFluid Reservoir Coolant High Fill Reservoir Then release the hood strut by moving it to the centered position and lowering the hood Lower the hood until the bottom of the hood is the...

Page 247: ...gine and give the oila few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level If you have the LT5 engine the best time to check your engine oil is whe...

Page 248: ...f the oil is at or below the ADD mark you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil touse For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in...

Page 249: ...718M The Corvette engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M Oils meeting this Standard may be identified as synthetic However not all synthetic oils will meet this GM Standard You shou...

Page 250: ...the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 1OW 30if it sgoing to be0 F 1S OC or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use o...

Page 251: ...bol or API Service SH at all temperatures This oil should not be used for an oil change Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Chevrolet dealer is ready to advise if you think someth...

Page 252: ...sed oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure todrain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever disposeof oil by putting it inthe trash pouri...

Page 253: ...ackfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Air Filter Replacement To remove the air...

Page 254: ...2 Disconnect the clamp from the manifold 3 Pull the air cleaner straight up 4 Open the air cleanerand remove the filter 6 19...

Page 255: ...e when to change your fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be alittle difficult you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealer Servi...

Page 256: ...has been sitting for eighthours or more withthe engine off and is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for fiveminutes if outside temperaturesare 50 F 10 C or more If it s colder than 5...

Page 257: ...Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT A COLD check is us...

Page 258: ...t engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine isoff the vehicle is parked o...

Page 259: ...Clutch The clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It isn t a good idea to top off your clutch fluid Adding fluid wo...

Page 260: ...uctions on the reservoir cap compartment To check the fluid look at the area between the PCM and the battery To add fluid remove the PCM unit When returning the PCM to its proper position make sure th...

Page 261: ...slots in the bracket Then gentlypush down on the unit When replacing the unit be careful not to over tighten the nuts just tighten them until they are snug When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Mainte...

Page 262: ...to add coolant toyour high fill reservoir see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolant for your Corvette will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 262 F...

Page 263: ...ne is cold check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tank The coolant level should be at COLD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level on the dipstick should be up to the HOT...

Page 264: ...mix at the coolant recoverytank but only when your engine is cool If the tank is very low or empty also add coolant to the coolant high fill reservoir see Engine Overheating in the Index for informati...

Page 265: ...the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The levelshould be at the FULL COLD mark...

Page 266: ...to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield WasherFluid What toUse When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructionsbefore use If...

Page 267: ...can damage your washer system and paint Don t use radiator antifreeze in your Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It isfilled with DOT 3 brake fluid There areonly two reas...

Page 268: ...ow level See Brake System Warning Light in the Index For vehicles equipped with the LT1 Code P engine refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Mainten...

Page 269: ...r brake system can damage brake systemparts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Brake fluid can damage paint so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediat...

Page 270: ...and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Corvette does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have...

Page 271: ...f the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down Bulb Replacement For theproper type of replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs in theIndex Halogen Bulbs C...

Page 272: ...to get the half open position You can also open the headlamps manually See Headlamp Doors in the Index 3 Remove the two screws on each side of the headlamp 4 Remove the two screwsfrom both sides of th...

Page 273: ...isconnect the bulb base from the wiring harness 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb 6 Remove the fourscrews from the retainer neareach comer of the headlamp Don t move the large head adjusting screws...

Page 274: ...rtment 3 Turn the socket counterclockwise 1 4turn and pull it out 4 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise then pull 5 Reverse the stepswith a new bulb The socket has it out three large tabsand one...

Page 275: ...1 Remove the screws 2 3 4 Pull the lens out Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise then pull it out Reverse the steps with a new bulb To prevent water from getting inside the lens make sure the len...

Page 276: ...ck up lamps by removing the license plate and reachmg through the opening 1 Push the tab on the socket and turn it counterclockwise 2 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise then pull it out 3 Rever...

Page 277: ...counterclockwise1 4turn and pull it out You can reach the front sidemarker from inside the engine compartment Reach the rear sidemarker from under the vehicle 2 Pull the bulb straight out 3 Reverse t...

Page 278: ...nside the enginecompartment Reach the rear corneringlamp from under the vehicle 1 Press the tab on the socket turn it counterclockwise 1 4turn and pull it out 2 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwi...

Page 279: ...rewdriver Be sure to pry from therear side or you could break the tab on the cover Remove the bulb Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Cargo Compartment Lamp Convertible 1 2 3 Pry the coveroff with...

Page 280: ...ket counterclockwise 1 4turn and pull itout You can reach the center high mounted stoplamp by removingthe license plate and reaching through the opening 2 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise the...

Page 281: ...hatch 2 Remove the two screws on the interior side of hatch near the roof 3 Gently pull theassembly away from the roof 4 Remove the two screws on the underside of the assembly 5 Remove the rubber bac...

Page 282: ...per blade assembly every six months To remove the wiper blade assembly 1 Open the hood to gain accessto the windshield wipers 2 Insert a screwdriver intothe RELEASE slot A on the wiper arm There s an...

Page 283: ...by aleading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Corvette If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tire...

Page 284: ...re will not have to be replaced If you drive on a deflated EMT for distances of 50 miles 80km or less and at speedsof 55 mph 90km h or less there is a good chance that the tire can be repaired The tir...

Page 285: ...s not If your tires don t have enoughair underinflation you can get Too muchflexing 0 Toomuch heat Tire overloading Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy Continued I I INOTICE Continued If your t...

Page 286: ...e treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16inch 1 6 mm or lessof tread remaining You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three or more places You can see cord...

Page 287: ...n tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Specnumber make sure they are the same size load range speed rating...

Page 288: ...under controlledconditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustainedhigh temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can le...

Page 289: ...s and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Chevrolet dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer...

Page 290: ...e their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your Corvette be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when...

Page 291: ...ntilated area If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire often A soft brush maybe used if stains are stubborn only If you use them don t saturate the stained area area immediately or itwill...

Page 292: ...t stains Even with thisprotection you still need to clean your upholstery andcarpet often to keep it looking new Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1 800 433 3296 in Minnesota 1 8...

Page 293: ...tain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean clothand a GM VinylLeather Cleaner or equivalent product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap 0 For s...

Page 294: ...ker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speakerwon t bedamaged If something gets on one of them follow the steps earlier under Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric Use as little so...

Page 295: ...r Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips willmake them last longer seal better and not stickor squeak Apply silicone gr...

Page 296: ...arepetroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should beflushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finishwith a soft cleanchamois or...

Page 297: ...tte garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Your ConvertibleTop Your convertible topshouldbe cleaned often If you use an automatic car wash use one with waterjets and hanging cloths When youhand...

Page 298: ...m Aluminum Wheels Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish abrasive cleanersor abrasive cleaning bru...

Page 299: ...er debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer oran underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Fiberglass Springs NOTICE D...

Page 300: ...501 74 Removes rust and corrosion Spot and stain removal 1050244 Also spot cleans vinyls Glass Cleaner 23 oz 0 680L 1050427 Spot and stain removal Fabric Cleaner 1602 0 473L 1050429 6 lbs 2 72kg Multi...

Page 301: ...rvice Parts labels and the certificatesof title and registration Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of your rear storage compartment It s very helpfulif you ever n...

Page 302: ...Someadd on electrical equipment can keep other components from working asthey should Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Corvette see Servicing Your...

Page 303: ...io or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it isthe size you need Replace it as soon as you can Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the switch An electrical overl...

Page 304: ...ET A C CLUTCH UTILITY OXYGEN SEN 2 1 c 7 2 2 C 7472 4 c 7 2 5 1 7 2 6 C 72 7 c 72 a c 72 9 c 73 0 1 7 3 1 1 73 z c 7 c73 4 c 7 3 5 1 7 3 6 1 73 7 1 73 8 C 73 9 1 7 4 0 1 7 4 1 1 7 4 2 c 74 3 1 7 4 4 1...

Page 305: ...erator Automatic TransmissionVacuum Pump LT5 ValetMode LT5 EGR Circuit LT5 Oxygen Sensors LT5 18 A C Compressor Clutch Heater and A C Control Head Heater and N C Programmer Rear Defog Relay 19 Accesso...

Page 306: ...e Pressure Warning Module Cruise Control Cut Off Relay 33 Engine Control Module 34 Air Bag System 35 Central Control Module 36 Footwell Courtesy Lamps Door Courtesy Lamps Glove CompartmentLamps Lighte...

Page 307: ...FAN LH HDLP MOTOR RH HDLPMOTOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWERACCSY AIR PUMP 1 Interior Lighting 2 Primary Cooling Fan 3 LH HeadlampMotor 4 RH Headlamp Motor 5 Secondary CoolingFan 6 ExteriorLighting 7 Power...

Page 308: ...7 8 Engine Control Module Fuel Pump Anti Lock Brakes Acceleration SlipRegulation System A C Blower Rear Defogger Ignition Ignition Brake Hydraulics Underhood Lamps Fuse Your Corvette has one single f...

Page 309: ...d Stoplamp except ZR 1 1156 Center High Mounted Stoplamp ZR 1 891 Console 564 Cornering 1156 Door Courtesy 212 2 DoorFlood 73 These bulbs are not owner serviceab1e See your dealer Driver Information C...

Page 310: ...ad Cam VIN Engine Code P Overhead Valve Piston Displacement 350 CID 5 7L Bore VINEngine Code J 3 90 99 mm VIN Engine Code P 4 00 101 6 mm VINEngineCodeJ 3 66 93mm VIN Engine Code P 3 48 88 39 mm VINEn...

Page 311: ...ent CrankcaseVentilation Valve VIN Engine Code J CV746CB andCV913C GM P a r tNo 25042723 and GMP a r tNo 25098197or equivalent VIN Engine Code P CV895C GM P a r tNo 25095452 or equivalent VIN Engine C...

Page 312: ...de J GM Part No 10067477 VIN Engine Code P GM Part No 10230259 VIN Engine Code J 4 1 907 0 050 Gap GM Part No 5614247 and GMPart No 5614355 or equivalent VIN EngineCode P 41 906 0 050 Gap GM Part No 5...

Page 313: ...ange 7 6 qt 7 2 L With Filter Change 8 6 qt 8 1 L Without Filter Change 4 0 qt 3 8 L With Filter Change 4 5 qt 4 3 L Fuel Tank 20 0 gal 75 7 L Manual Transmission Overhaul 4 4 pt 2 1 L Lubricant 1 5qt...

Page 314: ...th 178 5 4 535 mm Coupe 70 7 1 796mm Width Convertibleand ZR 1 73 1 I 1 856 mm Coupe and ZR 1 46 3 1 177 mm Convertible 47 3 1 202 mm Height Power Curves LT1 Engine 300 g 200 100 Power Curves LT1 Engi...

Page 315: ...Power Curves LT5 Engine Belt Routing LTl Code P Engine PowerCurves LT5 Engine 450 r 450 400 350 5 300 g 200 g d 3 250 U 150 Y 100 m 50 w ENGINE SPEED RPM Belt Routing LT5 Code J Engine 6 80...

Page 316: ...good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect...

Page 317: ...explains what youcan easily do tohelp keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer s service department or ano...

Page 318: ...t dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when youshould schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported se...

Page 319: ...I Intervals Every 3 000Miles 5 000 km or3 Months Whichever Occurs First Every 6 000 Miles 10000 km or6 Months Whichever Occurs First Chassis Lubrication Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filte...

Page 320: ...ichever Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only1 Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs firs...

Page 321: ...indicatedintervals and the maintenance be recorded I Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you whento change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500miles 12...

Page 322: ...ERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 6 000 Miles 10 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Lubricate the suspension teeringand An Emission Control Service transmission shift...

Page 323: ...AL MILEAGE I 7 SERVICEDBY 12 000 Miles 20 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering and transmission s...

Page 324: ...tomatic transmissionfluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly drivenunder one or moreof these conditions In heavy citytraffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90O F 32 C or higher In hill...

Page 325: ...e suspension steering and transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first I I I 1 DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 21...

Page 326: ...ol Service 0Lubricate thesuspension steering and transmission shiftlinkage parkmg brake cable guides underbodycontact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first 27 000 Miles 45 000 km...

Page 327: ...pect fuel cap gasket for any occurs first damage Replace parts as needed every 24 months whichever occurs first 0Change automatic transmission fluid and An Emission ControlService filter if the vehicl...

Page 328: ...y of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166 000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED By l 33 000 Miles 55 000km 0Change engine...

Page 329: ...and An Emission Control Sewice transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 39 0...

Page 330: ...s whichever occurs first DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Change automatic tran...

Page 331: ...re driving in 4 dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY I 48 000 Miles 80 000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whi...

Page 332: ...Service 54 000 Miles 90000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and transmission shift linkage parkin...

Page 333: ...l Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months wluchever occurs first 0Change automatictr...

Page 334: ...what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the coolingsystem and pressure cap An Emission ControlService delivery service I7Inspect engine accessory drive...

Page 335: ...CTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 20 66 000 Miles 110000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate the suspension steering and An Emission Control Service transmis...

Page 336: ...VICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate the suspension steering and An Emission Control Sewice transmission shif...

Page 337: ...raffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such asfound in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under an...

Page 338: ...ntrol Service 17Lubricate thesuspension steering and transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first I I DATE ACTUALM...

Page 339: ...bricate the suspension steering and transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 8...

Page 340: ...fluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or moreof these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularlyreaches 90O F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainous...

Page 341: ...enser pressure cap and neck Pressure test thecooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Inspect spark plugwires An Emission 0Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often unde...

Page 342: ...vice I I I 1 DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 96 000 Miles 160000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering...

Page 343: ...l Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditionslisted previously and therefore haven t changed you...

Page 344: ...kin and 7 500 miles I 2 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator maycome on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehiclemore than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 mon...

Page 345: ...curs first Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...

Page 346: ...000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 0Lubricate the suspension steering and An Emission Control Service transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides u...

Page 347: ...4 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emissi...

Page 348: ...nge engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steeringand transmission shift linkage parhng brake cable guides underbody cont...

Page 349: ...sion fluid doesn t require change delivery service I I I 1 DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 52 500 Miles 87500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Cont...

Page 350: ...ly reaches90O F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found intaxi police or lfyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000 mil...

Page 351: ...p gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed Service Service An Emission Control Service 67 500Miles 112 500km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Con...

Page 352: ...ge automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or moreof these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90O F 32O C or highe...

Page 353: ...ngine oil andfilter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact...

Page 354: ...ystem or every 24 months whichever occursfirst See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressurecap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure...

Page 355: ...linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first 100 000 Miles 166 000km 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0If you haven...

Page 356: ...er details Engine Coolant Level Check theengine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixif necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield...

Page 357: ...in each gear The starter should work onlyin PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starterworks in any other position your vehicle needs service On manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N pu...

Page 358: ...manual transmission the key shouldturn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE R On vehicles with a key release button try to turn the key to LOCKwithout pressing the button The key should tu...

Page 359: ...the wheel alignment Inspect fordamaged wheels Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position...

Page 360: ...will meet this GM Standard You should look for and useonly an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil in the Index USAGE Engine Coolant Coolant Supplement Hydraulic...

Page 361: ...equivalent DEXRON 111 Automatic Transmission Fluid Lubricate withMulti Purpose Lubricant GM PartNo 12345120 or synthetic S A E 5W 30 engine oil USAGE Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Automatic Trans...

Page 362: ...Rear Axle in the Index GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent a Engineoil b Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade2 Ca...

Page 363: ...ed after the maintenance interval Any additionalinformation from Owner Checksand Services or PeriodicMaintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retainall maintenance receip...

Page 364: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 49...

Page 365: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 50...

Page 366: ...all concerned misunderstandingscan occur If your concern has not beenresolved to your satisfdction the following steps should betaken STEP ONE Discuss your concern witha member of dealership managemen...

Page 367: ...resses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Chevrolet please rememberthat your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personne...

Page 368: ...isagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Toassist in resolving these disagreements Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTOLINE BBB AUTO LINE i...

Page 369: ...rts For further information contact the BBB at1 800 955 5 100or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THEUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that y...

Page 370: ...47 In Canada please callus at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Chevrole...

Page 371: ...edonthe road Note Courtesy Care is availableto Retail and Retail Lease Customers operating 1994and newer Chevrolet Geo vehicles for a period of 36 months 36 000 miles All Courtesy Careservicesmust be...

Page 372: ...pair up to 5 days OR 0 Up to 30 maximum daily cab bus or other transportation allowance in lieu ofrental forany overnight warranty repair up to 5 days OR Up to 10 daily fuelallowance for rides provide...

Page 373: ...ans Service Bulletins Servicebulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships GM monitors product performancein the field When service methods are found which p...

Page 374: ...ioner Controls 3 1 AirConditioning 3 4 AirControl Buttons 3 2 3 5 AlignmentandBalance Tires 6 54 Antenna Power Mast Care 3 19 Anti Lock Brake System Active Light 2 72 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Li...

Page 375: ...ion Shift Interlock 7 42 Bulb Replacement Back up Lamp 6 41 Center High Mounted Stoplamp ZR 1 6 46 Cornering Lamp 6 43 FrontTurn Signal Lamps 6 39 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Except ZR 1 6 45 Chart 6...

Page 376: ...akercovers 6 59 SpecialProblems 6 57 EngineOil 6 13 Stains 6 57 The Insideof Your Corvette 6 56 The Outside of Your Corvette 6 61 Tires 6 63 Top of the Instrument Panel 6 59 Your Convertible Top 6 62...

Page 377: ...inish 6 64 Daytime Running Lamps 2 47 Dead Battery 5 2 Defects Reporting 8 4 Defensive Driving 4 1 Defogger RearWindow 3 9 Defogging 3 3 Defogging and Defrosting Manual System 3 3 3 8 Defrosting 3 3 D...

Page 378: ...Belt 1 30 Starting 2 18 Engineoil 6 12 Fabric Cleaning 6 56 Fan Control Buttons 3 1 3 4 Fiberglass Springs 6 64 Fifth 5 Manual Transmission 2 28 Filling YourTank 6 6 Filter Air Cleaner 6 18 Finish Ca...

Page 379: ...Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 2 Heritage Pages 111 Hydraulic Clutch 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch Checking and Adding Fluid 6 25 Hydroplaning 4 18 I f You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 41 Igniti...

Page 380: ...Engine Soon 2 80 ServiceLTPWS 2 78 Service Ride Control 2 87 Lighter Cigarette 2 61 Limited Slip RearAxle 2 31 Loading YourVehicle 4 28 Locks Door 2 3 PowerDoor 2 4 Steering Column 7 43 Long Trip Bef...

Page 381: ...eutral N Position Automatic Transmission 2 26 Neutral N Position Manual Transmission 2 28 1 New Vehicle Break In 2 15 I 1 9 8 Nightvision 4 15 Noise Reduction 3 10 Odometer 2 67 Off Road Recovery 4 12...

Page 382: ...nderstanding 3 18 Light 2 88 Settings 2 6 Adding 6 31 Radio AMFM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Cassette Tape Player Bulb Replacement 6 44 Rear Cargo CompartmentLamp Coupe Bulb Replacement 6 44 Rear...

Page 383: ...ndSymbols VIII Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 2 SeatbackLatches 1 3 Seats 1 1 Controls 1 1 ManualFront 1 1 Power 1 2 RecliningFront 1 4 Securing a Child Restraint 1 26 Seats and Restraint Systems 1...

Page 384: ...es 5 37 Storing a Flat Tire ZR 1 Rear Tires 5 39 Storing the Roof Panel 2 54 Stuck If You Are 5 41 Sunvisors 2 51 Switch Temperature Control 3 5 Skidding 4 14 Steering 4 10 Symbols Vehicle x System Pr...

Page 385: ...x Vehicle Leaving Your 2 4 Vehicle Control of a 4 5 Vehicles First Sold in Canada 11 Ventilation System Flow Through 3 10 Ventilation Tips 3 10 Visor Vanity Mirrors Covered 2 51 Visors Sun 2 51 Vision...

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