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Summary of Contents for 1996 Corvette

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Page 2: ...oad 4 1 ProblemsontheRoad 5 1 This section tellsyou what to do if you have a problem while driving such asa flat tire or overheated engine etc ServiceandAppearance Care 6 1 Maintenanceschedule 7 1 Cus...

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 manualin it so the new owner can use it Litho inU S A Part No 10261162...

Page 4: ...300 new lightweight fiberglass roadsters A handful went to project engineers General Motors managers and a select group of movie stars and celebrities Witha two speed Powerglide automatic transmission...

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

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

Page 7: ...machine In 1984 the fourth generation of America s favorite sports car anticipated the future with a sleek look and advanced technology that provided superior handling and performance Windshield angle...

Page 8: ...from welding to painting The Bowling Green facility is Corvette s thirdhome since 1953 Since beginning production in June of 1981 it has become one of Kentucky s mostpopular tourist attractions Corvet...

Page 9: ...the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that c...

Page 10: ...ing that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read othe...

Page 11: ...s are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven UNLOCK E l FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS ee TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME LAMPS...

Page 12: ...lining seatbacks and seatback latches Manual Seat d CAUTION I You can lose controlof the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could start...

Page 13: ...at control move different parts of your seat If you move the whole control the whole seat will move The back of the control will move the back ofthe seat and the front of the control will move the fro...

Page 14: ...thatadjusts the sidesof the seat aroundyou to giveyou more lateral support First move the selector switch toDR driver or PS passenger Then move the shaping switches until your seat is comfortable For...

Page 15: ...cause it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you couldgo into it receiving neckor other injuries The lapbelt can t do itsjob either In a crash the belt could go up...

Page 16: ...tch andpush the seatback forward Whenyou return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or cr...

Page 17: ...nd check that your passenger s belt is fastened properly too 1 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian...

Page 18: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ridein or on anything yougo as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat onwheels Put someone on it 1 7...

Page 19: ...Get it upto speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop J Y The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 8...

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

Page 21: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for salehas required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have tobuckle up to...

Page 22: ...n Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to s...

Page 23: ...ld apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best ableto take belt rest...

Page 24: ...istoo loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The sh...

Page 25: ...ckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at the pelvic bones This could causeseriousinternal injuries Always buckleyour be...

Page 26: ...o far forward which would increase the chance of head andneck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure intern...

Page 27: ...across the body A CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight soit can...

Page 28: ...jured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearingyour safety belt even if you have an air bag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or be...

Page 29: ...ntaining controlof the vehicle e An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and th...

Page 30: ...I How the Air Bag System Works The passenger s air bagis in theinstrument panel on the passenger s side Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel...

Page 31: ...her The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant It is possible that in a crash only one of the two airbags in your Co...

Page 32: ...part of the bag that comes into contact with you may be warm but it will never be too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from ventsin the deflated air bags Air bag inflation will no...

Page 33: ...d Corvette Air bags affecthow your Corvette should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working...

Page 34: ...is worn properly it smore likely that thefetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as foranyone the keyto making safety belts effective is wearing them properly A pregnant womanshould wear a l...

Page 35: ...it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries Smallerchildren and b...

Page 36: ...y doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will becomeso heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110kg forc...

Page 37: ...injury The instructions that come with the child restraint will show you how todo that The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat Keep in mind that an unsecured child restrain...

Page 38: ...ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because your vehicle has a passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go...

Page 39: ...be the cinch feature 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child res...

Page 40: ...can be thrown out in a crash 0 Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people whoare Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces...

Page 41: ...int that belts provide A CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulderpart is behind the child Ifthe child wearsthe belt in this way in a crash...

Page 42: ...r it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages a...

Page 43: ...ace the belt be sure todo so Then the new belt will be there to help protectyou in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate If belts are cut ordamaged replace them Collisi...

Page 44: ...and the warning systems that tell youif everything is working properly and whatto do if you have a problem Keys A CAUTION Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for man...

Page 45: ...r Chevrolet dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key When a new Corvette is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner However the ign...

Page 46: ...doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lockyour doors and you will befar better off whenever youdrive yourvehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use y...

Page 47: ...Passive Keyless Entry System PKE allows you to lock and unlock your doors unlock your trunk or hatch or disarm or arm your theft deterrent system from asmuch as threeto seven feet one to two meters aw...

Page 48: ...do anything for PKE to work when the passive feature is on Just move toward your vehicle with thePKE transmitter andthe systemwill automatically disarm your theft deterrent system and unlock the door...

Page 49: ...Settings 1 Put theignition key in the ignition but don t turn it on 2 Press DOOR on the transmitter until the door locks cycle about two seconds II urning theSystem Off 1 Take the ignition key out of...

Page 50: ...s do not require any maintenance Range also depends on how you hold the transmitter For best performance when you come near your vehicle hold the transmitter straight up and down so the keys hang down...

Page 51: ...L INFO until the PASSIVEKEYLESS ENTRY light comes on 5 Turn the ignition off but leave the key in the ignition The PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY light should begin to flash to show the system is in programmin...

Page 52: ...ack together Make sure the halves are together tightlyso water won t get in 5 Testthetransmitter Remote Hatch Release Press the switch in your centerconsole to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicl...

Page 53: ...ission inany gear Push it down to release the hatch The PKE transmitter will also release the hatch See Passive Keyless Entry System in the Index 8 I If you don thave battery power use the manual rele...

Page 54: ...cooling system to its highest speed withthe setting on bi levelor vent That will force outside air intoyour vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outletson or underthe instrument...

Page 55: ...nd so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission And remember to lock the doors Parking atNight Park in a lighted spot close all windows...

Page 56: ...e after the doors are closed If your passenger stays in the vehcle when you leave with the keys have the passenger lock the vehicle after the doors are closed This way the alarm won t arm and your pas...

Page 57: ...resistor pellets in an attempt to make amatch The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inserted in theignition or the engine may not start If the SECURITY light comes on the key may be dirt...

Page 58: ...ogram at 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your modern Corvettedoesn t needan elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you followthese guidelines 0 Keep...

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

Page 60: ...n t press the key release button while the vehicleis moving I NOTICE If your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure itis all theway in If it is then turn the steeringwheel left and right...

Page 61: ...NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor 2 If it doesn t start within...

Page 62: ...rm properly If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells howto doit without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Racing or OtherCompetitive D...

Page 63: ...tension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three prong 110 voltAC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong ext...

Page 64: ...ine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could beinjured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift leve...

Page 65: ...In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicl...

Page 66: ...can helpcontrol your speed as yougo down steep mountain roads but then you wouldalso want to use your brakesoff and on FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECON...

Page 67: ...p on theclutch pedalas you press the acceleratorpedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 FIFTH S ANDSIXTH 6 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 F IFTH 5 and SIXTH 6 the same way you dofor SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch p...

Page 68: ...tly repair Shift directly into the next appropriate Igear One to Four Light Manual Transmission If your engine speed drops below 900rpm or if the engine is not running smoothly youshould downshift to...

Page 69: ...igher than 120 O F 49O C 0 You are going 15to 19mph 24 to 31km h and You are at21 percent throttle or less Downshifting Manual Transmission Do not downshift intothe gear shown below at a speed greater...

Page 70: ...topull the gear shift lever toward FOURTH 4 and THIRD 3 Make sure you move the lever into SECOND 2 or FIFTH 5 If you let the lever move inthe direction of the pulling you may end up shiftingfrom FIRST...

Page 71: ...setting whenever driving conditions change The SERVICE RIDE CONTROL light monitors the system Refer to Service Ride Control Light in the Index Limited Slip RearAxle Your rear axle can giveyou additio...

Page 72: ...rking brake on can cause your rear brakesto overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle It can be dangerous toget out of yqur vehicle if the shiftlever...

Page 73: ...remove the key from your ignition your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission Models Only It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine ru...

Page 74: ...Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Your Corvettehas a brake transmission shift interlock You have tofully apply your regular brake before you can shiftfrom PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN pos...

Page 75: ...th You might have exhaust coming in if 0 0 0 0 0 0 Your exhaust system soundsstrange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Yqur vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged wh...

Page 76: ...CO can come in easily NEVERpark in a garage withthe engine running Another closed in placecan be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index rIt can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shiftlever...

Page 77: ...xpress DownWindow The switch for thedriver s window has an express down feature Press the switch for at least one third of a second and the window will lower completely To stop express down press the...

Page 78: ...the wheel hold the steering wheel andpull the lever toward you Move thesteering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn SignaYMultifunctionLever The multifu...

Page 79: ...until thearrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or alane change if the arrows don t flash but...

Page 80: ...ow Turn the bandto choose the delaytime The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wipingat low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further...

Page 81: ...g weather don t use your washer until the windshieldis warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision For information on the correct washer fluid mixture to use...

Page 82: ...limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See ASR System in the Index When roadconditions allow you tosafely use it again you may turn thecruise control back on Setting CruiseCo...

Page 83: ...ed and stay there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways togo to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get tothe higher speed Push the button at the end of the lever then...

Page 84: ...well your cruise control will workon hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed Wh...

Page 85: ...your headlamps and other operating lamps Turn the knob to this symbol to turn on your parking and other operating lamps without your headlamps Turn the knob to OFF to turnoff the lamps Your digital d...

Page 86: ...amp doors will stay open You can open the doors manually usingthe knobnext to the headlamp assembly Turnthe knob counterclockwise until the doors are open The headlamp doors should be open when drivin...

Page 87: ...will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your front turn signal lamps will go outandyourheadlampswill...

Page 88: ...e hatchis opened the interior lamps will go on unless it s bright outside The lamps will stay onfor about 30 seconds or until you turnon the ignition Door Flood Lamps There are flood lamps located abo...

Page 89: ...night driving Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare Push the tab for daytimedriving Power Remote Control Mirrors The electric mirror control is on the driver s door To adjust either mirror tu...

Page 90: ...onvex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or gla...

Page 91: ...unlock the console Don t leave the keyin thelock or itcould be damaged when the driver sits down Security Shade Coupe The security shade can provide hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle Usi...

Page 92: ...seats This compartment is in the floor behind the passenger s seat To use it push the button and lift the lid atthe same time Use the door key to lockit The top tray can be removed The jack if equippe...

Page 93: ...n the right side of the door next to the shift lever To remove it lift up on the snuffer NOTICE Don t put papersand other things that burninto your ashtray If you do cigarettesor other smoking materia...

Page 94: ...o block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the side With the hardtop roof removed or the convertible top down you canflip the visors straight up to help reduce wind tur...

Page 95: ...coinholder to uncover the screws on either side 2 Remove the screws See the arrows in the following illustration 3 Open the ashtray door remove the ashtray and the rubber insert from the forward loca...

Page 96: ...damage your electrical system After you ve installed the electrical equipment put the trim panel and console lid back in place and install the screws Roof Panel Coupe Until you are sure you can remov...

Page 97: ...2 Remove the ratchet from the console 3 Use the ratchet to loosen the front bolts Don t remove them They ll stay in place whenloose...

Page 98: ...ehicle and have your helper standon the other side Together lift the front of the panel up Then move forward and lift the panel off the vehicle If the roof panel is notstored properly it could be thro...

Page 99: ...look for the two brackets in the rear area The bracketsare below the courtesy lamps 2 Store theroof panel withits top up and its rear pointing forward Slide the rear corners of the roof panel into the...

Page 100: ...hedroof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle You or others could be injured After installing the roof panel always check that it is firmly attachedby pushing up on the undersideof the panel near...

Page 101: ...lon the outsidewill also help 7 Fully tighten the rear bolts then the front bolts If you hear apopping noise when youdrive the bolts may not betight enough Be sure to tighten them securely Convertible...

Page 102: ...e folded stored top The weight of a stored top on items in the storage area may cause the convertible top back glass to break 2 Unlock the frontof the convertible top by turning the latch handles outw...

Page 103: ...age compartment lid Pull the inside edge of the handle forward 5 From the driver s side lift and hold the rear of the top withyour left hand With your right hand press the storage compartment lid rele...

Page 104: ...the rear of the vehicle and upward 1 NOTICE Do not leave the convertible top on the closed lid when lowering the top This may result in paint damage 7 Lower the rear of the top Then lift the front wi...

Page 105: ...aising Your Convertible Top 1 2 Park on a level surface set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatictransmission into PARK P Shift amanual transmission into REVERSE R Lower both windows and sun...

Page 106: ...the rear of the top so the latch pins alignwith the holes in the lid To secure the rear of the top push down firmly on both corners 7 Fasten thestrips for the headliner at the rear of each window open...

Page 107: ...le Hardtop Option The convertible hardtop is designed for extended use in both warm and cold weather The installation and removal of this top requires two people and takes about 30 minutes You will ne...

Page 108: ...Y 3 Move both seatbacksforward and remove the rear trim panel 4 Loosen the rear corner bracket bolts with the ratchet 2 65...

Page 109: ...llar bracket 7 Then remove the two upper bolts C from the receiver bracket on each side 8 Slide both lock pillar brackets down and forward from the receiver brackets You may need to lift the hardtop s...

Page 110: ...t the hardtop approximately 8 inches 200mm straight up Remove the hardtop over the rear of the vehicle 11 Install the HATCH 45 fuse to enable the storage compartment lid release button and center cons...

Page 111: ...not installed at the assembly plant and shouldbe in your center console See Instrument Panel Fuse Block in the Index for location of the fuse The fuse is labeled HATCH 45 4 With one person on each sid...

Page 112: ...k pillar brackets and tighten Install and tighten the remaining bolts into the lock pillar brackets 12 Using the ratchet tighten the rear corner bracket bolts Do not over tightenthese bolts 13 Slide t...

Page 113: ...Instrument Panel 2 70...

Page 114: ...strument Cluster 7 Ignition Switch 8 Trip Monitor Controls 9 Solar Sensor 10 Center Air Vent 11 Driver InformationCenter 12 ComfortControls 13 Fuse Panel 14 AudioSystem 15 Ashtray Lighter Cupholder 16...

Page 115: ...enter are designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicleis running 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...

Page 116: ...LT4 Engine 2 73...

Page 117: ...and when the new one was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your Corvette has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To display the trip odometer press TR...

Page 118: ...comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gauges shows there maybe a problem check the sectionthat tells you what todo about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting todo rep...

Page 119: ...ight doesn t come on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not workproperly Have your vehicle servicedright away Charging SystemIndicator Lig...

Page 120: ...f the voltmeter reads in either shaded area and it stays there you may have a problem with the charging system Have it checked right away Driving with the voltmeter readingin a shaded area coulddrain...

Page 121: ...f the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedalis harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It maytake longerto stop If the lightis still on have the vehicle towed for service...

Page 122: ...s on turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine againto reset the system If the light still stays on or...

Page 123: ...xist if this light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure The anti lock brake system activelight also come...

Page 124: ...t also comes on and stays onwhen the ASR button is pressed to turn the system off The light will stayon for a few seconds after the ASR system stops limiting wheel spin The ASR system active light als...

Page 125: ...r numeric gauge measurements pies the GAUGES buttonon I coolanttemperature If LO appears thetemperature is It means that your engine coolanthas overheated If youbelow 3 2 0 C have been operating your...

Page 126: ...operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules This device complies with Part 15of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions 1 This device...

Page 127: ...or others could beinjured Don tdrive over 55 mph 90km h when the LOWWLAT TIRE warning light is on Drive cautiously and check your tirepressures as soon as you can NOTICE Driving with a flat tire may...

Page 128: ...ituations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with your Corvette 0 You turn the ignition on three times in a row within half an hour without moving yourCorvette Thelight will then co...

Page 129: ...an in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls won t work as well your fuel economy won t be as good and you...

Page 130: ...the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to runout of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amountsof air are sucked into the fuelline causing a misfire Th...

Page 131: ...on If you experiencethis condition change the fuel brand you use It willrequire atleast one fulltank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off ha...

Page 132: ...ine speed outside temperatureand oil viscosity but readings above the shaded area show the normal operating range Readings inthe shaded areatell you that the engine is low on oil or that you mighthave...

Page 133: ...and stays there your oil temperature is too high Check the engine coolant temperature and engine oil level If your engine is too hot see Engine Overheating in the Index Your vehicle may need service s...

Page 134: ...if the CHANGE OIL light didn t come on If you don t reset the monitor it won t work correctly Follow these steps 1 Turn the key to RUN but don t start the engine 2 Press ENG MET on the trip monitor Th...

Page 135: ...selective ride control knob is not placed fully into aposition For example if the selection position is between TOUR and SPORTor SPORT and PERF the light may come on If the light comes on for this rea...

Page 136: ...they are in the warning areas See UniversalTheft Deterrent and PASS Key System in the Index System Problems Light If SYS flashes on the displaynear your fuel gauge there may bea problem withyour Corve...

Page 137: ...ur vehicle servicedif the light comes on and stays on even when the doors are fully closed Fuel Gauge Your fuel gauge shows about how much fuel is in your tank The bars light up whenthe ignition is on...

Page 138: ...when you turn stop or speed up You can use the trip monitor to display more detailed fuel information Each time you pressFUEL INFO one of the following will appear next to the fuel gauge 0 INST The fu...

Page 139: ...ween the top and bottom temperatureson the gauge 1 E A pE J For your convenience the following table gives the exact reading for each mark For numeric gauge measurements refer to the digital readings...

Page 140: ...ds with a lot of stop and go orfast accelerations your transmission fluid temperature may also be higher If the transmission fluid exceeds 280 F 138 C the CHECK GAUGES light will come on and HIAUTO wi...

Page 141: ...important safety and maintenance facts It will display warning lights for the following SERVICE ASR Acceleration SlipRegulation ASROW SERVICE LTPWS Low Tire Pressure Warning LOWELAT TIRE ASR ACTIVE L...

Page 142: ...tion in your Corvette Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Manual Climate ControlSystem I Move the lever to change the temperature ofthe air flowin...

Page 143: ...or ducts d e d o d o I VENT Air flows through the instrument panel vents The air conditioning compressor does not run in VENT mode w g HEATER This setting directs most of the air through the floor duc...

Page 144: ...L HOT position To defrost the side windows quickly press BI LEVEL and FAN UP Then slide the temperature control lever all the way to the right Direct airflow through the air conditioning outlets close...

Page 145: ...ur vehicle The temperature you select will show on the display for a few seconds then the outsidetemperaturewill show Air Control Buttons OFF The system is off AUTO The systemcontrols aifflow aRECIRCU...

Page 146: ...etting on the display Outside Temperature This sensor is on the right side of the upper radiator support in the grille opening This is what you usually see on the display If the outside temperature go...

Page 147: ...to heat your vehicle If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater and you use it in cold weather 0 F 18O C or lower your heating system can provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is alre...

Page 148: ...itioneris on you may notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal becausethe system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature and...

Page 149: ...m checked and serviced if needed To reset your system 1 Turn your ignition key to OFF or LOCK 2 Remove the courtesy lamps and radio fuses from the main fuse panel and wait one minute See Fuses and Cir...

Page 150: ...e ignition Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the insideof the rea...

Page 151: ...ystem has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco system can do a...

Page 152: ...stations For fast tuning press and holdone sideof the button then press theother side AUTO Press this button and then the up or down arrow and the radio will tune to the next higher or lower station a...

Page 153: ...Once the tape is playing use the knobs for VOL FADE and BAL just asyou do for the radio REV Press this button to return to a previously played passage rapidly Press it again to play the passage The r...

Page 154: ...ation and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The six numberedpushbuttons let you return to your previously played stations You can set up to12stations six AM and six FM 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET P...

Page 155: ...t asyou do for the radio REV Press this button to return to a previously played passage rapidly Press it again to play the passage The radio will playwhile the tape is rewinding FF Press this button t...

Page 156: ...p down or the windows open If youdon t want to use SCV turn thecontrol to OFF Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to getAM or FM The lighted display shows your selection TUNE Press the up and do...

Page 157: ...do forthe radio REV Press this button to return to a previously played passage rapidly Press it again to play the passage The radio will playwhile the tapeis rewinding FF Press this button to fast for...

Page 158: ...ay FF Press and hold this button to fast forward or advance through passages The increasing elapsed time will show on the display REPT Press this button to go to the beginning of the current track aft...

Page 159: ...l can beloud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adju...

Page 160: ...ng Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Corvette dealer You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet ty...

Page 161: ...Repeat if necessary equivalent solvent any dirt NOTICE Don t lubricate thepower antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering anautomaticcar wash turn off your radio to make the power an...

Page 162: ...fety Belts in theIndex Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roadsor freeways it means always expectthe unexpected Assume that pedestriansor other drivers are goin...

Page 163: ...cohol There aregood medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people neverto drink alcohol and then drive But what if p...

Page 164: ...me other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the UnitedStates is 0 04percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent afterthree to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve...

Page 165: ...ol in a person ssystem can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means thatwhen anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Page 166: ...r and as longas two or three secondsor more with another Age physicalcondition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a veh...

Page 167: ...l may getharder to push down If your engine stops you willstill have some power brake assist But you will useit when youbrake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake...

Page 168: ...is aboutto stop rolling thecomputer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The comp...

Page 169: ...stem Active Light in the Index ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation System Your vehicle has a tractioncontrol system calledASR that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions...

Page 170: ...n turn the ASR system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck insand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turnthe systemoff press the...

Page 171: ...he curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is theone factor you can control Suppose you re steering througha sharp curve Thenyou suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering...

Page 172: ...ly your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier inthis section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending...

Page 173: ...ver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the samelane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculati...

Page 174: ...rs are lined upto pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t tryingto pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the bli...

Page 175: ...he acceleration skid If your ASR system isoff then an acceleration skid is also best handledby easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the acceler...

Page 176: ...Your headlamps can light up onlyso much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at nightas in theda...

Page 177: ...eatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turnor curve Keep your eyes moving that way it seasier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps sh...

Page 178: ...t tryto slow down before you hit them It s wise tokeep your windshield wipingequipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper insert...

Page 179: ...hardand fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water...

Page 180: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust asyou would for a cross country trip 0 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You llsave time and energy See th...

Page 181: ...youhave a clear view of the freeway as you drive alongthe entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to...

Page 182: ...ar comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip If youkeep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it donebefore starting ou...

Page 183: ...road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What canyou do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then hereare some tips 0 0 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventil...

Page 184: ...h the ignition off is dangerous Yourbrakes will have to do allthe work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You wouldthen have poorbraking or even none going down a h i l...

Page 185: ...small brush or broom a supply of windshield washerfluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth anda couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving...

Page 186: ...rate when drivingon a slippery road Even though your vehicle has the ASR system you ll want to slow down and adjust yourdriving to the roadconditions See ASR System in the Index Your anti lock brakes...

Page 187: ...n help andkeep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow 0 Put on extra clothing or wrap a b...

Page 188: ...ou must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster thanjust idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel forthe heat that you getand it keeps the battery char...

Page 189: ...ry This weight is called Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options f I MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHI...

Page 190: ...anything else they willgo as fastas the vehicle goes If you haveto stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going A CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injurepeop...

Page 191: ...NOTES...

Page 192: ...t can occur on the road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others They also let police knowyou have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off...

Page 193: ...noring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Corvette by pushing or pulling it could damage yourvehicle even if you h...

Page 194: ...das well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio I NOTICE 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals...

Page 195: ...et it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water andget medicalhelp immediately 5 Check that thejumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The v...

Page 196: ...tilthe next step 9 10 The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery Itgoes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehiclewith the dead battery Attach thecable at lea...

Page 197: ...e Index If your vehicle has been changedor modified sinceit was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wbeels these instructions and illustrationsmay...

Page 198: ...ision seriouspersonal injury andvehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t usesubstitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc t...

Page 199: ...aged Go slow over rough ground and position one wheel at a time angled 45 if you have to go over curbs and rises Wheels at the lifted end should be at least 4 inches 100mm above the ground If these li...

Page 200: ...A Position a 4 X 4 wood beam across sling chains contacting under fascia just ahead of thecurb protect brackets A Position the slingcrossbar against thefront of the 4 X 4 beam 5 9...

Page 201: ...Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Rear Towing I NOTICE I Do not towwith sling type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged 5 10...

Page 202: ...s and wheel straps NOTICE Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to groundor vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing do...

Page 203: ...ots forward andjust inboard of the rear wheels on both sides Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm I NOTICE I I Do not allow chains to contact spring as dama...

Page 204: ...g from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from thevehicle until itcools down Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before opening thehood If you keep driving when your engine is overhe...

Page 205: ...trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shiftto the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just...

Page 206: ...when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else...

Page 207: ...touch them If you do you can be bul ned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it couldlose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fix...

Page 208: ...ng system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil beforethe proper coolant mix will Your vehicle scoolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain wa...

Page 209: ...nt mix directly to the coolant high fill reservoir butbe sure the cooling system is coolbefore you do it Steam andscalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are und...

Page 210: ...gh 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 slowly counterclockwise unt...

Page 211: ...ot engine I 3 After the engine cools open the air bleed valve on the water pump inlet 4 Fill with the proper mix Add coolant until you see a steadystream of coolant coming from the bleed valve 5 Close...

Page 212: ...er neck until the level reaches the base of thefiller neck I 9 Shut the engineoff and replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrowson thecap line up like this 10 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to t...

Page 213: ...still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely If your vehicle has Extended Mob...

Page 214: ...he spare tiredelete option your vehicle is not equipped with a jack or wheel wrench butdoes have a wheel lock key and wheel nut socket The wheel wrench is on the floor behind the driver s seat Move th...

Page 215: ...be surenot to lose this card You will need the information if you ever lose your wheel lock key Always use the wheel nut socket when you use the wheel wrench provided with your Corvette If you have so...

Page 216: ...end of your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about thecompact spare To lower the tray position yourself behind the vehicle facing the front and use the socket...

Page 217: ...de so it isn t over thelatch bolt Pull up on the wheel wrench to lift the tray While holding the tray up with the wheel wrench pull the latch bolt rearward to release it from the tray If it won t come...

Page 218: ...by turning the wrench in the direction shown Store the caps somewhere until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced 2 Each wheel will have one locknut A special wheel lock key removal tool and ins...

Page 219: ...heel wrenchand loosen all the wheel nutsby turning the wrench in the direction shown Don t remove them yet 4 Attach thewheel wrench to thejack Hold the wheel wrench handleso it forms a right angle wit...

Page 220: ...cklift head a 3 inches 76 2mm 6 Position thejack under the vehicle There are two locator triangles A on the panels B near each wheel Raise thelift head C until it fitsfirmly under the steel rocker fla...

Page 221: ...ehicle withthe jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle 7...

Page 222: ...om the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure touse a scraper orwire brush later if you need to to get all the rust...

Page 223: ...wn Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts cancause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff This could lead to an accident Be sure touse the correct wheel nuts If you have to replac...

Page 224: ...thecompact spare tire It shouldgo out when the original tireis replaced After you have the flat tire repaired or replaced install the plastic nut caps and tighten them to 22 lb in 2 5 N m Storing a ma...

Page 225: ...ay willdrop to its lowerposition If you are returning the spare to its storage area raise the tire carrier tray toits upper position Put the tireon the tray For the flat road tire lift the latch bolt...

Page 226: ...jack wheel nut socket and wheel lock key in the rear storage compartment behind thepassenger s seat Make sure the parts are stored properlyin the foam container Position thejack inthe container so tha...

Page 227: ...ore all these in the proper place A Grand SportCoupe rear tire will not fit in the tray so you mustput in on the floor of the rear area Put the flat tire in the storagebag provided with the spare Plac...

Page 228: ...d tighten the latch bolt until it is snug I A CAUTION A Do not place anything on top of the flat road tire when it is stored in the rear area If you stop quickly these things could fly forward into th...

Page 229: ...your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflationpressure regularly Itshouldbe 60 psi 420Wa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible...

Page 230: ...Using them can damage your car andcan damage the chains too Don t usetire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when yourvehicle is stuck is t...

Page 231: ...That will clear the area around your front wheels You should turn 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 transm...

Page 232: ...s There isalso technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care Service Your Corvette dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy withit We hope you ll g...

Page 233: ...e Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileageand the date of any iervicework you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index 6 2 You can be injured and your vehicle cou...

Page 234: ...gh it candamage your engine If you re usingfuel rated at the recommendedoctane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if youhear a little pinging noise w...

Page 235: ...mply with thespecifications described earlier I NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic...

Page 236: ...if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is under a hinged door on the rear decklid of your vehicle While refueling place...

Page 237: ...surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of YourCorvette inthe Index When you putthe cap back on turn it to the right until you hearat least three clicks Make sureyou fully install the c...

Page 238: ...Checking 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 andpull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield 6 7...

Page 239: ...utch Fluid Reservoir if equipped B Brake Fluid Reservoir C Battery D Electric Engine Fan E AirCleaner E CoolantRecovery Tank G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine OilDipstick...

Page 240: ...kegasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things thatwill burn ontoa hot engine Before c...

Page 241: ...pstick is next to the coolant high fill reservoir The dipstick handle is a round yellow loop Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dips...

Page 242: ...dSpecifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damage...

Page 243: ...M Standard GM4718M NOTICE If you use oils that don t have the GM4718M Standard designation you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty RECOMMENDED SAE VlSCOSlTT GRADEENGIWE OILS FOR BEST...

Page 244: ...those oils thatare identified as meeting GM Standard GM4718M and have the Starburst symbol on the frontof the oil container Your Corvette engineis filled at the factory with a Mobil 1 synthetic oil wh...

Page 245: ...iles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500k m or 12 months whichever occurs first withoutan oil change The system won t detectdust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area b...

Page 246: ...ned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could beburned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the e...

Page 247: ...Air Filter Replacement 2 Disconnect the clamp from the manifold To remove the air filter 1 Unscrew the three knobs 6 16...

Page 248: ...to remove the old filter and install the new one 5 Reverse the steps 0 Align the tabs to the slots in the bottom of the assembly before you replace it Install the short knob into the middle hole first...

Page 249: ...cult you may choose to have this done at your Corvette dealership ServiceDepartment regularly reaches 90O F 32O C or higher I f you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you co...

Page 250: ...ne run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50 F 10 C or more If it s colder than 50 F lO C you may have to idle theengine longer Should the fluid level be low during acold check you m...

Page 251: ...and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level should be in the area marked 80 F for a cold check and will move into the WARM area as the t...

Page 252: ...When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to haveit checked is when the engine oil is changed However the flui...

Page 253: ...o use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottomof the filler plug...

Page 254: ...at the area between the PCM and the battery To add fluid remove the PCM unit I 1 Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder...

Page 255: ...earward in the bracket prior to installingthe two screws Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determinehow often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspec...

Page 256: ...g system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheatingor if you needto add coolant to your highfill reservoir see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50mixture o...

Page 257: ...for the proper coolant mix With plain wateror the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t getthe overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could beburned Use a...

Page 258: ...m the level on the dipstick should be up toHOT or alittle higher If thislight comes on it means you re low on engine coolant Your Corvette also has a high fill reservoir located at the right rear of t...

Page 259: ...ng liquidsto blow out and burn you badly Neverturnthe pressurecap even a little when the engineand radiator are hot Add coolant mix atthe recovery tank but becareful not to spill it I CAUTION You can...

Page 260: ...Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a pre set temperature Pow...

Page 261: ...mark r f l Whenthe engine compartment is cool thelevel should beat the FULL COLD mark What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lu...

Page 262: ...use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washersystem Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid three quarters fullwhen i...

Page 263: ...work well or won t work at all So it isn t a goodidea to top off your brakefluid Adding brakefluid won t correct a leak If you addfluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when...

Page 264: ...ean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it 1 With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always...

Page 265: ...u hear he brake wear warning sound have your vehicle I serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a...

Page 266: ...nge in many other ways if someone putsin the wrongreplacement brake parts Battery Every new Corvette has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to oneof these When it s time for a new bat...

Page 267: ...hers could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructionson the bulb package 1 2 3 Open the hood The headlamps need to be halfway open Turn the headlamp switch on then quickly back to the park...

Page 268: ...cover straight out Be careful not to scratch the paint 6 Remove the four screwsfrom the retainer near each corner of the headlamp Don tmove the large head adjusting screws or your headlamp will not b...

Page 269: ...t 3 Turn the socket counterclockwise one quarter of a turn and pull it out 4 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise then pull it out 5 Reverse the steps with a new bulb The sockethas three large ta...

Page 270: ...idemarkerlamp from inside the engine compartment Reach the rear sidemarkerlamp from under the vehicle 1 Turn the socket counterclockwise one quarter of a turn and pullit out 2 Pull the bulb straight o...

Page 271: ...er of a turnand pull it out 6 40 1 _ 2 Push thebulb in turnitcounterclockwise theh pull itout 3 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Fog Lamps You can reachthe fog lamps from under the front bumper 1 Rem...

Page 272: ...igh mounted stoplamp by removing thelicense plate and reaching through the opening 1 Turn the socketcounterclockwiseone quarter of a turn and pullit out 2 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise the...

Page 273: ...1 Remove the screws 2 Pull the lens out 3 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise then pull it out 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb To prevent water from getting inside the lens make sure the len...

Page 274: ...ack up lamps by removing the license plate and reaching through the opening 1 Push the tab on the socketand turn it counterclockwise 2 Push the bulb in turn it counterclockwise then pull it out 3 Reve...

Page 275: ...river Be sure to pry from the rear side or you could break the tabon the cover 6 44 2 Remove the bulb 3 Reverse thesteps with a new bulb Rear Cargo Compartment Lamp Convertible 1 Pry the coveroff with...

Page 276: ...see Replacement Parts in the Index To remove the wiper blade assembly 1 2 3 4 Open the hood to gain access to the windshield wipers Insert a screwdriver into the release slot A on the wiper arm There...

Page 277: ...the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Co Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resultingaccident could cause seriousinjury Check alltires frequently tomaintain the recommended...

Page 278: ...has lost pressure A LOWFLAT TIRE light will appear on your Driver Information Center if a tire s inflation pressure is less than 25 psi 170 kPa If the LOWFLAT TIRE lightcomes on check your tire pressu...

Page 279: ...any distance on a deflated EMT check with a Goodyear EMT Service Center to determine whether the tire can be repaired or should be replaced To maintain your vehicle s extended mobility feature a l l r...

Page 280: ...oking at them Radial tires maylook properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keepingout dirt and moisture Tire...

Page 281: ...t are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number willbe f...

Page 282: ...overnment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditionsof their use however and may depart significantly from thenorm due tovariations in drivinghabi...

Page 283: ...r the other the alignment may need to bereset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may needto be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent c...

Page 284: ...TICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlampa i m bumper height vehicle ground clearanceand tire clearance tothe body and chas...

Page 285: ...n all damage your vehicle too Don t use any ofthese unless this manual saysyou can In manyuses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol 0 Laundry Soap 0 Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Y...

Page 286: ...GM Vinylkeather Cleaner or equivalent product Cleaning Coated Moldings These moldings are around the hatch opening in your Corvette s rear area 0 When lightly soiled wipe with a sponge orsoft lint fre...

Page 287: ...ths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth When you clean a stain from fabric immediately d...

Page 288: ...atherstrips Silicone grease onweatherstrips will makethem last longer seal better and notstick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weathe...

Page 289: ...hould be flushed promptly and notallowed to dry on the surface or theycould stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratchesand water spotting High press...

Page 290: ...keeping yourCorvette garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Your Convertible Top Your convertible top should be cleaned often If you use an automatic car wash use onewith waterjets and hanging...

Page 291: ...a wax may be applied NOTICE Don t usean automaticcar wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off your aluminum wheels Tires To clean your tir...

Page 292: ...an do thisfor you Fiberglass Springs NOTICE I I Don t use corrosive or acidic cleaning agents engine degreasers aluminum cleaning agents or other harsh solvents to clean fiberglass springs they ll dam...

Page 293: ...Appearance Care Materials Chart...

Page 294: ...ificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service P...

Page 295: ...g is protected by a circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield...

Page 296: ...e Be sure you replace a bad fuse witha new one of the identical size and rating If you ever havea problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrowone that has the same amperage Just pick...

Page 297: ...A TRANS CCMB GENERATOR A C UTlLllY OXYGEN SEN CLUTCH Z C 7 c7 C 7 2 4 c 7 2 5 c 7 c7 2 7 c 7 2 8 C 7 c 7 c 7 ENG2 lNJl INJ2 TURN COIL P K E CLUSTER BACKUP FAN ENG 1 3 1 c 7 c 7 c7 c IbC 7 E 73 7 c 7...

Page 298: ...Neutral Switch Automatic Clutch Switch Manual Usage Console Illumination Fuel Pump 1 Automatic Transmission CentralControl Module Daytime Running Lamps Module Generator A C CompressorClutch Heater an...

Page 299: ...ontrol Engage Switch Daytime Running Lamps Module Low Tire Pressure Warning Module Cruise Control Cut off Relay Engine Control Module Fuse 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Usage Air BagSystem Central Con...

Page 300: ...or Deck Lid Release Relay Power Seats Blank Power Windows Blank Blank Engine Compartment Fuse Blocks There aretwo maxi fuse blocks in theengine compartment One ispart of theforward lamp wiring harnes...

Page 301: ...HDLP MOTOR RH HDLPMOTOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWER ACCSY AIR PUMP Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Usage Interior Lighting Primary Cooling Fan LH Headlamp Motor RH Headlamp Motor Secondary Cooling Fan Exterior Light...

Page 302: ...ABS ASR ECU A C BLOWER RR DEFOG IGNITION IGNITION BRAKE HYDRAULICS Fuse 1 2 3 Usage Engine Control Module Fuel Pump Anti Lock Brakes Acceleration Slip Regulation System A C Blower Rear Defogger Igniti...

Page 303: ...erhood lamps on can drain your battery If you need to keep the hood open for an extended period of time remove the underhood lamps fuse Ride Control Fuse Vehicles equippedwith the optional Real Time D...

Page 304: ...ation Center Back up 1156 Cornering 1156 Floor Courtesy 562 Fog 896 Front ParkingDurn Signal 2057NA Headlamp HP6054 Instrument Cluster License 24 Mirror Flood 74 Radio Mirror Reading 168 Rear Courtesy...

Page 305: ...MultiportFuelInjection SFI ValveArrangement OverheadValve Piston Displacement 350 CID 5 7L Bore 4 00inches 101 6 mm Stroke 3 48inches 88 39 mm Compression Ratio LTl 10 5 1 LT4 10 67 1 LT1 300 LT4 330...

Page 306: ...908 or equivalent Flat Ratchet Wrench Convertible HardtopOnly GM Part No 10137741 or equivalent PCVValve AC Type CV895C Serpentine Belt GM PartNo 10230259or equivalent Spark Plug 41 943 0 050 inch Gap...

Page 307: ...10 2 L LT1 14 5 quarts 13 7 L LT4 14 6quarts 13 8L Without Filter Change 4 0 quarts 3 8 L With Filter Change 4 5 quarts 4 3 L FuelTank 20 0 gallons 75 7 L Manual Transmission Overhaul 2 2 quarts 2 1...

Page 308: ...rtible GrandSpo 96 2 inches 2444 mm 57 7 inches 1 466 mm 59 1 inches 1 500 mm 60 6 inches 1 539 mm Length 178 5 inches 4 535 mm Coupe 70 7 inches 1796 mm Convertible 73 1 inches 1 856 mm Coupe 46 3 in...

Page 309: ...Power Curves 9 LT4 Engine Power Curves LT1 Engine 350 500 r 450 c 4315 ENGINE SPEED RPM Power Curves 500 LT4 Engine 1350 2 250 200 150 TORQUE HORSEPOWER looL 50 315 280 245 9 2 no w 175 8 140 105 m t...

Page 310: ...Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioningrefrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in yourvehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure as...

Page 311: ...NOTES 6 80...

Page 312: ...ranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your Corvette dealer for details Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not onlyhelps to keep your vehicle in good working condi...

Page 313: ...do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C PeriodicMaintenance Inspections explains important inspectionsthat your Corvette dealer s service departmentor another qualifiedservice center sh...

Page 314: ...r Corvettedealer This part tellsyou the maintenance services you should have done and when youshould schedule them If you go to yourdealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and suppor...

Page 315: ...k down sooney Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whicheveroccurs first Every 6 000Miles 10 000 km Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever o...

Page 316: ...tion or every 12months whichever occurs first I Every 15 000Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank...

Page 317: ...dicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5000 km and 7 500 miles 12 5...

Page 318: ...DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 6 000Miles 10 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and transmiss...

Page 319: ...ontrol Service 12 000 Miles 20000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service I7Lubricate the suspension steering and parking brake cable guid...

Page 320: ...automatictransmission 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 F 32 C or higher...

Page 321: ...trol Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 21 000 Mile...

Page 322: ...rol Service 0Lubricate thesuspension steering and parking brake cableguides underbody contact pointsand linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY 27 000 Miles...

Page 323: ...gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service 3 An Emission Control Service I7Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or m...

Page 324: ...rol Service I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steerin...

Page 325: ...t An Emission Control Service 42 000 Miles 70000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steeringand parking brak...

Page 326: ...traffic where theoutside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found intaxi police or delivery service I f you do not useyour vehicle under a...

Page 327: ...trol Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 16 51 000...

Page 328: ...t An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 57 000 Miles 95000 km 0Cha...

Page 329: ...ic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher An Emission ControlService In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not...

Page 330: ...ol Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 66 000 Miles 110 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering...

Page 331: ...l Service I I I 1 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate the suspension steering and parking brake cab...

Page 332: ...ns In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hillyor mountainous terrain Uses such as foundin taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your...

Page 333: ...suspension steering and parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 81 000 Miles...

Page 334: ...the suspension steering and parking brake cableguides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 87 000Mile...

Page 335: ...In heavy city traffic where the outside temperatureregularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly ormountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do not use your ve...

Page 336: ...trolService DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 96 000 Miles 160 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering...

Page 337: ...ntrol Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 100 000 Miles 166000 km 0Drkin flush and refill cooling system of every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Caolant in the Inde...

Page 338: ...plugs An Emission ControlService An Emission ControlService 0If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmissio...

Page 339: ...the indicatedintervals and the maintenance be recorded Your vehicle has an EngineOil Life Monitor This monitor will showyou when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles...

Page 340: ...TUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 17Lubricate the suspension steeringand parking brake cable guides underbody contac...

Page 341: ...100 000miles 166000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 22 500 Miles 37500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An...

Page 342: ...nditions In heavy city traffic where theoutside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32O C or higher An Emission Control Service In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found intaxi police or deli...

Page 343: ...E ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 45 000 Miles 75000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering and parking bra...

Page 344: ...00 km or delivery service Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 52 500 Miles 87500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first...

Page 345: ...y traffic where the outside temperatureregularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not useyour vehicle under a...

Page 346: ...urs first 75 000Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 0Lubricate the suspension steering and parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and lin...

Page 347: ...hefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 82 500 Miles 137500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whic...

Page 348: ...reof these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I...

Page 349: ...es underbody contact points andlinkage or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY I luu OOO Miles 166000 km 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months sinc...

Page 350: ...ontrol Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changedyour automatic transmiss...

Page 351: ...See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and addthe proper coolant mix if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index forfurther details...

Page 352: ...ssion Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Manual Transmission in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed Check the transmission fluid...

Page 353: ...s put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N push the clutch down halfway and try to start theengine The starter should work only when theclutch is pushed down all the wayto the floor If the starter works when...

Page 354: ...hicle could beginto move You or otherscould be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at o...

Page 355: ...erform these services may be found in a Corvette service manual See Serviceand Owner Publications in the Index Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering sys...

Page 356: ...le linkagefor interference or binding and for damageor missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control...

Page 357: ...r and use only anoil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil in the Index Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Parking Brake Cable Gu...

Page 358: ...eting requirementsof NLGI Grade 2 CategoryLB or GC LB Engine oil USAGE Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Rear Axle Limited Slip Differential Windshield Washer Solvent FLUID LUBRICANT Lubriplate...

Page 359: ...t No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 12346241 or eauivalent I USAGE I FLUIDLUBRICANT I I I Weatherstrip DielectricSiliconeGreas...

Page 360: ...ter the maintenance interval Any additional informationfrom Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also youshould retain all maintenance receipts...

Page 361: ...ODOMETER DATE READING Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 50...

Page 362: ...w to report any safety defects This section includes information on 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone TTY Users The Corvette ActionCenter Roadsi...

Page 363: ...the owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEPTWO I after contactinga member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contac...

Page 364: ...tion booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices WhencontactingChevrolet pleaserememberthatyour concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment...

Page 365: ...1 800 243 8872 This toll free number will provide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a...

Page 366: ...nths 36 000 miles All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or Dealer Service Management Basic Careand Courtesy Care are not partof or included in the coverage provided by...

Page 367: ...Please consult your dealer for details Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive RoadsideAssistance program acces siblefrom anywhere in Canada orthe United States Pl...

Page 368: ...on at any time without notification For additional programdetails contact your Chevrolet Geo dealer GM Participation inBBB AUTO LINE Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program may not be avai...

Page 369: ...ehicle age and mileage and other factors We prefer youutilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort toAUTO LINE but you may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve...

Page 370: ...A cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Wa...

Page 371: ...please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel SamDrive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Service and Owner Pu...

Page 372: ...form better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describeinexpensive service others will describe expensiveservice Some will advise of newor unexpected conditions and...

Page 373: ...NOTES 8 12...

Page 374: ...80 4 8 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 79 4 6 Anti LockBrakes 4 6 AppearanceCare 6 54 Appearance Care Materials 6 62 Arbitration Program 8 7 ASR Active Light 2 8 1 4 8 ASROff Light 2 81 ASR Sys...

Page 375: ...cement 6 36 Bulbs Replacement 6 73 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 6 Capacities and Specifications 6 74 Cassette Deck Service 7 40 Cassette Tape Player 3 11 3 13 3 15 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 19 Cen...

Page 376: ...rol of a Vehicle 4 5 Convertible Hardtop 2 64 ConvertibleTop 2 58 Convex OutsideMirror 2 47 Coolant 5 17 6 25 High Fill Reservoir 5 19 High Fill Reservoir Cap 6 29 Recovery Tank 5 17 Coolant Heater En...

Page 377: ...ent Adding 2 19 3 18 6 64 Electrical System 6 64 Electronic Climate Control System 3 4 EMT 6 47 Engine 6 8 Accessory Belt 6 79 Coolant 6 25 Coolant Heater 2 20 Coolant Level Check 7 40 Coolant Tempera...

Page 378: ...urn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 38 Fuel 6 3 Canada 6 4 Gauge 2 94 InForeignCountries 6 4 Fuel Filling YourTank 6 5 FusesandCircuitBreakers 6 65 GaugeMarhngs 2 96 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 2...

Page 379: ...ting 5 2 K e y Lock Cylinders Service 7 41 Key Release Button 2 17 Keys 2 1 Labels 4 28 Certification 4 28 ServiceParts Identification 6 63 Tire LoadingInformation 4 28 Vehicle IdentificationNumber 6...

Page 380: ...7 5 Long Triphlighway Intervals 7 5 7 28 Owner Checks and Services 7 40 PeriodicMaintenance Inspections 7 44 Recommended Fluids andLubricants 7 46 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 3 Short TripKity De...

Page 381: ...ition 1 23 Passing 4 12 Passive KeylessEntry Light 2 92 Passive Keyless Entry System 2 4 Pass Key 2 14 Periodic MaintenanceInspections 7 44 Plug Accessory 2 52 DoorLocks 2 4 Remote Control Mirrors 2 4...

Page 382: ...1 Extender 1 31 How to Wear Properly 1 11 Adults 1 11 Incorrect Usage 1 13 1 29 1 30 Lap Shoulder 1 11 Larger Children 1 29 PassengerPosition 1 23 Questions and Answers 1 10 ReminderLight 1 6 2 75 Rep...

Page 383: ...s and Capacities 6 74 Specifications Engine 6 74 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 3 Springs Fiberglass 6 61 Skidding 4 14 Speedometer 2 74 Sportseat 1 3 Stains Cleaning 6 54 StarterSwitch Check 7...

Page 384: ...31 Torque WheelNut 5 32 6 75 Towing a Trailer 4 29 TowingYourVehicle 5 6 TrailerTowing 4 29 TopStrap 1 26 Transmission Fluid 6 18 Automatic 6 18 Manual 6 21 Transmitters Passive KeylessEntry 2 4 Tran...

Page 385: ...erstrips 6 57 LockKey 5 24 NutTorque 5 32 6 75 Wheel Alignment 6 52 Replacement 6 52 Wrench 5 23 Windows 2 34 Express Down 2 34 Power 2 34 WindshieldWasher 2 38 Fluid 6 30 FluidLevelCheck 7 40 Windshi...

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