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Convertible Top (Option)

The following procedures explain the proper operation
of the convertible top.

NOTICE:

Certain automatic car washes may cause damage
to the vehicle. The top fabric can be damaged by
top cleaning brushes.

For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see
“Cleaning Your Convertible Top” in the Index.

When lowering and raising the convertible top, you will
use the following:

A. Front Edge of the Convertible Top

B. Rear Edge of the Convertible Top

C. Storage Compartment Lid

Summary of Contents for 2002 Corvette

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Page 3: ...ame General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle 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 can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri...

Page 4: ...ed 300 new 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 Blue Flame six cylinder engine and gleaming Polo White exterior the Corvette began its drive into the heart of America Designers freshened up the Vette in 1956 by adding a removable hardtop and t...

Page 5: ...aled 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 sported a lean and hungry shape creating a sense of motion even when standing still And for the first time Corvette offered removable roof panels ...

Page 6: ...v For its 25th anniversary the 1978 Corvette paced the 62nd Annual Indianapolis 500 and received a new fastback roofline with a wide expanse of glass that wrapped around the sides ...

Page 7: ...years of Corvette production resulting in unparalleled ride quality and outstanding handling Also unique to the new Corvette is a rear mounted transmission Available as a Coupe for 1997 the new Corvette offered such standard features as extended mobility tires a BoseR audio system and a new latch operated roof designed for easy removal With many design cues inspired by the classic models of the 19...

Page 8: ...ainting The Bowling Green facility is Corvette s third home since 1953 Since beginning production in June of 1981 it has become one of Kentucky s most popular tourist attractions Corvette Assembly Plant tours are available For dates and times call 270 745 8228 Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more The new National Corvette Museum located near the assembly plant opened its doors in Sep...

Page 9: ...ind a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others ...

Page 10: ...ent colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you ...

Page 11: ...x These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle ...

Page 12: ...xi Model Reference This manual covers these models Z06 Coupe Convertible ...

Page 13: ...1 7 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 11 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Passenger Position 1 20 Air Bag System 1 26 Air Bag Off Switch 1 29 Children 1 32 Restraint Systems for Children 1 42 Older Children 1 45 Safety Belt Extender 1 45 Checking Your Restra...

Page 14: ...driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving To move a manual seat pull up on the lever located in front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure th...

Page 15: ...arts of the seat To move the seat forward or rearward move the control in that direction Move the control up to raise the seat and down to lower it By tilting the back of the control it will raise or lower the back of the seat Tilting the front of the control will raise or lower the front of the seat Your preferred seat position can be stored and recalled if you have the memory option See Memory i...

Page 16: ...re lateral support For lumbar support move each control A and B forward to inflate or rearward to deflate Move the side bolster control C up for more side support and down for less support Reclining Seatbacks The lever for the reclining seatback is located on the outboard side of each seat near the base To adjust the seatback lean slightly forward to lift your weight off the seatback Pull complete...

Page 17: ...s job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Page 18: ...ward The seatback will lock down in this position To unlock lift up on the latch and push the seatback rearward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked in place CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is ...

Page 19: ...riously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s belt is fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area o...

Page 20: ...t even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it g...

Page 21: ...1 9 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 22: ...1 10 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 23: ...t even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Eve...

Page 24: ...test number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of ...

Page 25: ... very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again See Lap Belt Cinch Feature in the Index 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt...

Page 26: ...even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Lap Belt Cinch Feature If you do not want the lap belt to move freely pull the lap belt out all the way to set the lock To permit...

Page 27: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION 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 shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 28: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 29: ... be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck 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 internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 30: ...isted across the body 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 so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 31: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 32: ...b and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety bel...

Page 33: ...d or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the p...

Page 34: ...1 22 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 35: ...shold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed t...

Page 36: ...rded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for...

Page 37: ...ed with a diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air ba...

Page 38: ...fant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because D my vehicle has no rear seat D although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 some...

Page 39: ...elted to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash CAUTION If the passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there ...

Page 40: ...assenger s air bag is off The passenger s air bag will remain off until you turn it back on again and the AIR BAG OFF light will stay on to remind you that the air bag is off To turn the passenger s air bag on again insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switch to the on position ...

Page 41: ...wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age ...

Page 42: ...ome a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air b...

Page 43: ...traint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and n...

Page 44: ...the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a chi...

Page 45: ...back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields ...

Page 46: ... child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of t...

Page 47: ... obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat If you want to secure a rear facing child restraint in the passenger s seat turn off the passenger s air bag See Air Bag Off Switch and Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position in the Index for more on this including important safety information CAUTION A child in a ...

Page 48: ...nd follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints ha...

Page 49: ... cannot be anchored properly Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say If your vehicle is a Z06 an anchor bracket for a top strap is located behind the passenger s seat in the cargo area Anchor the top strap to the bracket ...

Page 50: ... box you can use to turn off the passenger s air bag when you want to secure a rear facing child restraint at the passenger s position See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information Unless the passenger s air bag has been turned off never put a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Here s why ...

Page 51: ... your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air...

Page 52: ...Off Switch in the Index If your child restraint is forward facing always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goe...

Page 53: ...To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 54: ...ger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index CAUTION If the passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting...

Page 55: ...hould never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a cras...

Page 56: ...e restraint that belts provide CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The lap portion of the belt should be worn ...

Page 57: ... anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System P...

Page 58: ... the belt near the latch plate If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section...

Page 59: ... Heater Canada Only 2 28 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 31 Manual Transmission Operation 2 35 Parking Brake 2 36 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 38 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission 2 38 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Models Only 2 39 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 39 Engine Exhaust 2 40 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission 2 ...

Page 60: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 61: ...Down Windows Both the driver s and passenger s window switches have the express down feature Tap AUTO and immediately release The window will lower completely To stop the express down feature from lowering the window completely simply tap the switch again You can also open the window any amount by pressing and releasing the switch To close the window press and hold the up arrow ...

Page 62: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 63: ... lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using this tag If your key doesn t have a tag and you need a new ignition key go to your dealer for the correct key code NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So...

Page 64: ...eat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To lock or unlock the door from the outside use your door key on the driver s side or the remote keyless entry transmitter If your theft ...

Page 65: ...oor lock switch when a door is open and a key is in the ignition a chime will sound If the power door lock switch is pressed again within five seconds the doors will lock Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside or with the remote keyless entry transmitter Then get out and close the door ...

Page 66: ...ond driver or press buttons 1 and 2 at the same time for a third driver To store your memory settings 1 Adjust your settings for the driver s seat position outside rearview mirror positions and telescopic steering wheel if equipped 2 Press and hold a MEMORY button The light above the MEMORY button will glow steady for one second and then flash once when the settings are complete Then the light wil...

Page 67: ...d 3 correspond to the order in which your remote keyless entry transmitters were programmed See Fob Training in the Index for more information Memory recall will not work if the vehicle is moving Memory recall will be temporarily interrupted during engine crank Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Your vehicle has a Remote Keyless Entry RKE system that allows you to lock and unlock your doors unlock yo...

Page 68: ...undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment If you ever notice a decrease in the remote keyless entry transmitter range try doing one of the following D Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather D Check th...

Page 69: ...lock the doors the vehicle will not lock and a chime will sound to remind you that the keys are in the ignition If the door lock is pressed again within five seconds the doors will lock and the keys can be locked in the vehicle This system can t guarantee that you will never be locked out of your vehicle Always remember to take your keys with you Panic Alarm Button When you press the horn button o...

Page 70: ...r any warning messages on the Driver Information Center DIC by pressing the RESET button 3 Press the OPTIONS button on the DIC several times until the blank page is displayed then press and hold the RESET button for two seconds 4 When the message FOB TRAINING is displayed press the RESET button once The message HOLD LK UNLK 1ST FOB in the DIC will be displayed 5 Press and hold the lock and unlock ...

Page 71: ... battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter Replacing the Battery in the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 1 Insert a coin or similar object into the slot on the back of the transmitter and gently pry apart the front and back 2 Gently pull the battery out of the transmitter 3 Put the new battery in the transmitte...

Page 72: ... air button pressed That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index NOTICE If you put things in the hatch trunk area be sure they won t break the glass when you close it Never slam the hatch trunk lid down You could break the glass or damage the defogger ...

Page 73: ...on the instrument panel to release the hatch trunk lid from inside your vehicle The remote keyless entry transmitter will also release the hatch trunk lid See Remote Keyless Entry System in the Index If your vehicle is equipped with a hatch and you have lost battery power use the manual release cables to open the hatch To access the cables remove the two access panels located in the rear of the tr...

Page 74: ...s the cable remove the center storage compartment lid located in the rear of the trunk area See Rear Storage Compartments in the Index for more information Pull the cable straight down to release the trunk lid If your vehicle is equipped with a convertible top and trunk release handle and you have lost battery power use the trunk release handle to open the trunk See Trunk Release Handle in the Ind...

Page 75: ...or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located on the rear wall of the trunk below the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside ...

Page 76: ... key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your ignition will be locked If you have an automatic transmission it will be locked If you have a manual transmission the steering wheel will also be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area ...

Page 77: ...h the power door lock switch The SECURITY light will stop flashing and stay on Close the door The SECURITY light should go off Testing the Alarm Use the following to test the system 1 Make sure the hatch trunk lid is latched 2 Lower the window on the driver s door 3 Manually arm the system 4 Close the doors and wait 15 seconds 5 Reach through the open window and manually unlock the driver s door 6...

Page 78: ...passenger lock the vehicle after the doors are closed This way the alarm won t arm and your passenger won t set it off PASS KeyR Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key is a passive theft deterrent system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that ma...

Page 79: ...dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key to have a new key made If the SECURITY light comes on while driving have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible If you lose or damage a PASS Key ignition key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key In an emergency call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information New Vehicle Break In NO...

Page 80: ...eard inside the vehicle as a scraping noise This is normal and does not indicate a problem Use care when approaching bumps or objects on road surfaces and avoid them when possible Ignition Switch With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions OFF This is the only position from which you can remove the key If you have an automatic transmission the ignition switch ca...

Page 81: ...release the key The switch stays in ON when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster messages and telltales START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving When the engine is not running ACC and...

Page 82: ...is stopped Manual Transmission The gear selector should be in neutral and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your ...

Page 83: ...way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If...

Page 84: ...gine oil dipstick For information on how to add oil see Adding Oil under Engine in the Index After the competitive driving remove excess oil so that the level on the dipstick is not above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range Engine Coolant Heater Canada Only The engine coolant heater is located on the driver s side of the engine under the manifold In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or c...

Page 85: ...the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it...

Page 86: ... the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured 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 lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index Be...

Page 87: ... moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck 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 whe...

Page 88: ...trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces or for preventing the transmission from downshifting into FIRST 1 in situations where a downshift would be undesirable FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transmission won t shift in...

Page 89: ... on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine Your shift lever is in NEUTRAL when it is centered in the shift pattern not in any gear REVERSE R To back up press down the...

Page 90: ...er gear for the best fuel economy If your engine speed drops below 900 rpm or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good engine performance NOTICE When you are shifting gears don t move the gearshift lever around needlessly This can damage parts of the transmission and...

Page 91: ... you may downshift to a lower gear if you prefer NOTICE Do not try to force the shift lever into SECOND 2 or THIRD 3 when the 1 TO 4 SHIFT light comes on Do not try to re engage FIRST 1 after starting to shift into FOURTH 4 You will damage your transmission Shift only from FIRST 1 to FOURTH 4 when the light comes on This light will come on when D The engine coolant temperature is higher than 169_F...

Page 92: ...driveshaft or transmission The six speed transmission has a spring that centers the gearshift lever near THIRD 3 and FOURTH 4 This spring helps you know which gear you are in when you are shifting Be careful when shifting from FIRST 1 to SECOND 2 or downshifting from SIXTH 6 to FIFTH 5 The spring will try to pull the gearshift lever toward FOURTH 4 and THIRD 3 Make sure you move the lever into SEC...

Page 93: ...light will come on To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Then push the release button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle Make sure the brake warning light is not on before driving ...

Page 94: ...or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the key and take i...

Page 95: ... lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out o...

Page 96: ...he shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACC 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have your vehicle insp...

Page 97: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Page 98: ...N It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set y...

Page 99: ...preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions PERF Performance Use for performance driving This setting provides a tight firm ride and precise response to road conditions You can select a setting at any time Based on road conditions steering wheel angle and your vehicle speed the system automatically adjusts to provide the best ride and handling ...

Page 100: ...rtable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Telescopic Steering Column If Equipped The telescopic steering column allows you to adjust the distance the steering wheel is from the instrument panel The telescopic steering column switch is located on the right side of the steering column To operate the telescopic steering column push the switch forward and the wheel will move awa...

Page 101: ...on lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you signal a turn o...

Page 102: ...o will be on To change the headlamps from high to low pull the lever rearward Lamps on Reminder If you turn the ignition off and leave the headlamps or parking lamps on and open a door you will hear a chime reminding you to turn off the lamps Flash to Pass Feature To use the flash to pass feature momentarily pull the turn signal lever toward you The high beam indicator will flash to indicate to th...

Page 103: ... So be sure to clear any ice and snow from the windshield wiper blades before using them If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen them or warm the windshield before turning the wipers on If you blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer The lever on the right side of the steering column also controls the windshield washer There is a ...

Page 104: ...ber For example the DIC will say CRUISE SET 60 mph 97 km h The cruise set speed and the speedometer indicated speed may not always be exactly the same When you apply the brakes or push the clutch pedal the cruise control disengages The DIC will show CRUISE DISENGAGED See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed ...

Page 105: ...se cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press the SET button at the end of the lever and release it The cruise set speed will be displayed by the Driver Information Center DIC 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal The pedal will return to an idle position Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set the cruise control at a desired speed and then you a...

Page 106: ...ease it Each time you do this the vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The Driver Information Center DIC will display the cruise set speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control D Press in the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it D To slow down in very small amounts press ...

Page 107: ...ssion vehicle D Move the cruise switch to OFF The Driver Information Center DIC will display the message CRUISE DISENGAGED Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp switch on the turn signal multifunction lever operates the headlamps The exterior lamp switch has three positions OFF Turning th...

Page 108: ...knob next to the headlamp assembly Turn the knob counterclockwise until the doors are open Turn the knob clockwise to close the doors manually The headlamp doors should be open when driving in icy or snowy conditions to prevent the doors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicle to help clean the headlamps NOTICE In order to avoid possible contact of the hood to the headlamp doors either t...

Page 109: ...nal lamps will be on The headlamps taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either To idle the vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF Then start the vehicle The DRL headlamps and parking lamps will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when yo...

Page 110: ...ong as the exterior lamp switch is in the OFF position With Twilight Sentinel turned on you can idle the vehicle with the lamps off even when it s dark outside First set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF Then start the vehicle The lamps will stay off until you release the parking brake Twilight Sentinel also provides exterior illumination as you leave the vehicle If Twilight Sentinel ...

Page 111: ...ls if your headlamps are on in the daylight Turn the knob counterclockwise to dim the instrument panel lights or clockwise to brighten the lights This will occur only with the parking lamps or headlamps on Courtesy Lamps When any door or the hatch trunk lid is opened the interior lamps will go on unless it s bright outside You can also turn on the courtesy lamps by turning the instrument panel bri...

Page 112: ... you from draining the battery in case the underhood lamp vanity mirror lamps cargo lamps reading lamps console or glove box lamps are accidentally left on If you leave any of these lamps on they will automatically time out after about 15 minutes To reset it all of the above lamps must be turned off or the ignition key must be in ON Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirro...

Page 113: ...th the rearview mirror which remains on at all times The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing the IO button located on the lower part of the mirror Press and hold the IO button for up to three seconds to turn this feature on or off When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror housin...

Page 114: ...mirror that you select Your preferred mirror position can be stored if you have the memory option See Memory in the Index For operation of the heated outside mirrors see Rear Window Defogger in the Index Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehic...

Page 115: ...thumb on the left side of the lid and push down Raise the right side with your index finger Center Console Storage To use this storage area pull up the lid on the driver s side front edge of the console and swing it to the passenger s side You can use the key to lock and unlock the console Don t leave the key in the lock or it could be damaged when the driver sits down The fuel filler door release...

Page 116: ...ers of the rear hatch frame 2 Hook the elastic loops on the rear corners B of the shade to the hooks recessed inside the rear hatch frame near the rear corners Rear Storage Compartments There are three rear storage compartments in the floor of the rear hatch trunk area on the passenger s and driver s side of the vehicle Coupe shown Convertible and Z06 similar If you have a coupe or convertible mod...

Page 117: ...If your vehicle is equipped with the optional trunk mounted CD changer it is stored in the center rear storage compartment To help avoid damage to the compact disc player do not store items such as liquids or sharp objects that could damage puncture or cut the trunk mounted CD changer or wiring NOTICE Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the storage compartments located in the hatch trunk area I...

Page 118: ...urn into the ashtray If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage Loose objects such as paper clips can lodge behind and beneath the ashtray lid and prevent movement of the lid You should avoid putting small loose objects near the ashtray To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Don...

Page 119: ...ain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see you dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty When addin...

Page 120: ...mats pull up on the rear of the mat to disconnect from the locator hooks To reinstall the floor mats line up the openings in the floor mat over the locator hooks and push down into place Roof Panel If Equipped Removing the Roof Panel CAUTION Don t try to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving Trying to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident The panel c...

Page 121: ...smission into PARK P Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE R 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF Lower both sun visors and turn them toward the door glass 3 Open the rear liftgate and remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel 4 Make sure to install the two egg shaped stowage receivers into the floor of the rear storage compartment Secure both receivers into their prop...

Page 122: ...ar each door A and one rear latch B 6 To unlock the front of the roof panel pull down each of the front handles Grasp the handles with your fingers and pull each toward you Complete a 180_ turn toward the center of the vehicle Then push up on each of the handles ...

Page 123: ...n visors to the forward position 9 Stand on one side of the vehicle and if necessary have your helper stand on the other side Together carefully lift the front edge of the panel up and forward and out of the vehicle opening 10 When the panel is loosened from the vehicle one person should grasp the roof panel as close to the center of the vehicle as possible and lift away the panel ...

Page 124: ...ripping do not drop or rest it on its edges Place the roof panel in the egg shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle 1 Turn the roof panel so that the rear edge of the panel is facing the storage area The locating pins at the rear of the panel should point toward the egg shaped stowage receivers on the floor of the center compartment 2 Push the panel forward until the pins botto...

Page 125: ...to place Installing the Roof Panel CAUTION An improperly attached roof 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 attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place NOTICE To avoid damage to the roof panel paint and weatherstripping do not ...

Page 126: ...st cases it is easier to install the removable roof with two people rather than one Place the roof panel over the vehicle 5 Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening A Then align the pins at the rear of the roof panel weatherstrip with the receiving cup in the body weatherstrip B Gently lower the front edge of the roof panel to the front of the bo...

Page 127: ...y cause damage to the vehicle The top fabric can be damaged by top cleaning brushes For care and cleaning of the convertible top see Cleaning Your Convertible Top in the Index When lowering and raising the convertible top you will use the following A Front Edge of the Convertible Top B Rear Edge of the Convertible Top C Storage Compartment Lid ...

Page 128: ...ransmission into REVERSE R 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF Lower both sun visors and turn them toward the door glass NOTICE Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area be sure there are no objects in the way of the folded stored top The weight of a stored top on items in the storage area may cause the convertible top back glass to break 3 Unlock the front of the convertible top by low...

Page 129: ... and press the storage compartment release button located on the underside of the storage compartment lid C behind the driver s seat Then raise the storage compartment lid C While attempting to raise the lid if the lid does not release and you hear three chimes check to make sure the trunk lid is closed Also the lid will not release if the alarm is turned on or the trunk lid is open After pressing...

Page 130: ...in the center of the vehicle When using the manual release you must first open the doors to prevent damage to the seals To access the cable lift and pull back the carpeting Then pull the cable to release the storage compartment lid if needed NOTICE Be sure that the rear edge B of the convertible top is in the full down position before lowering the top into the storage compartment or damage to the ...

Page 131: ...o be moved to its full down position 7 Then move the top rearward to its fully stored position 8 After the top is stored apply one even push on the center of the front edge A of the convertible top to assure that the top is fully retracted 9 Close the storage compartment lid C by closing with a swift firm motion ...

Page 132: ... and press the storage compartment release button or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost Lift the storage compartment lid C After pressing the release button the driver and passenger door glass should retract to the full down position if they have not already been lowered 3 Pull the top up by firmly gripping the front edge A of the convertible top with your hand and applyin...

Page 133: ...ower the rear edge B of the convertible top by first slightly pushing the front edge A of the convertible top forward 7 Push the front edge A of the convertible top down from the outside of the vehicle or pull the front edge A of the convertible top down from the center pull down handle located in the inside of the vehicle 8 Turn the latches outward to secure the top in the up position ...

Page 134: ...2 76 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 135: ... K Comfort Controls L Fog Lamp Button If Equipped M Remote Hatch Release Button Coupe or Remote Trunk Release Button Convertible Z06 N Ignition Switch O Shift Lever Automatic Shown P Traction Control System TCS Button Active Handling Button Q Accessory Power Outlet Located in the Center Console R Selective Real Time Damping Option S Air Bag Off Light T Instrument Panel Cupholder U Remote Fuel Door...

Page 136: ...a glance how the vehicle is 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 and economically The instrument panel cluster indicator warning lights gages and DIC messages are explained on the following pages United States shown Canada similar ...

Page 137: ...meter with the ignition off turn on the parking lamps You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed The mileage total of the new odometer will be set to the original miles kilometers of the old odometer See your dealer if a new odometer must be replaced in your vehicle Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Fuel w...

Page 138: ...ay be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs c...

Page 139: ... air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a...

Page 140: ...ation CAUTION If the passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group identified by the national ...

Page 141: ...e until you have your vehicle serviced Voltmeter When the key is in ON with the engine not running the voltmeter shows the voltage output of your battery When the engine is running it shows the voltage output of the charging system The reading will change as the rate of charge changes with engine speed for example but if the voltmeter reads at 9 volts or below your instrument panel cluster and oth...

Page 142: ...ake in the Index to see if it is set If the parking brake is not set have your brake system inspected right away If the light comes on while you are driving and you have a LOW BRAKE FLUID message showing on the DIC pull off the road and stop carefully You 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 is still on have the...

Page 143: ...lier in this section Also see Service ABS under Driver Information Center DIC Messages in the Index The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System TCS Light This light should come on briefly as you start the engine If th...

Page 144: ... you in controlling the vehicle You should have the system serviced as soon as possible Adjust your driving accordingly When the system is working you will see the ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in the DIC You may also feel or hear the system working This is normal If the driver turns off the Active Handling System by pressing the button on the console the Active Handling System light will come...

Page 145: ...he Index for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The C...

Page 146: ...to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways D L...

Page 147: ...he vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or im...

Page 148: ...s Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the CHECK ENGI...

Page 149: ...the shaded area show the normal operating range Readings in the shaded area tell you that the engine is low on oil or that you might have some other oil problem See Engine Oil in the Index The engine oil pressure can also be displayed using the GAGES button on the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center in the Index CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you d...

Page 150: ...ht can come on for the following reasons D Low Oil Pressure D High Coolant Temperature D High or Low Battery Voltage D Low Fuel Level Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the needle approaches the red zone RESERVE FUEL will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC display When the needle approaches the E LOW FUEL will appear on the di...

Page 151: ...age reading may change slightly within the first several minutes after starting the vehicle You can use the Driver Information Center DIC to display more detailed fuel information Each time you press FUEL one of the following will appear in the Driver Information Center DIC D AVERAGE The fuel economy calculated for the current tank of fuel or since you last reset the display D INST Instant The fue...

Page 152: ...coolant temperature automatic transmission fluid temperature battery voltage and front rear tire pressures 3 TRIP Use this button to display your total and trip miles the elapsed time function your average speed and the engine oil life 4 OPTIONS This button allows you to choose personal options that are available on your vehicle depending on the options your vehicle is equipped with such as securi...

Page 153: ...a diagnostic message will appear on the display Press RESET to acknowledge any current warning or service messages The following pages will show the messages you can see on the Driver Information Center DIC display by pressing the DIC buttons 1 FUEL The FUEL button displays average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy calculated for your specific driving conditions and range Press the FUEL ...

Page 154: ... you can drive without refueling It s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank If the range is lower than 30 miles 48 km the display will read RANGE LOW The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated Resetting the fuel range causes the fuel economy data to be updated imme...

Page 155: ...such as D TRANS FLUID 123 _F or D TRANS FLUID 51 _C Press the GAGE button again to display the battery voltage such as D BATTERY VOLTS 13 5 Press the GAGE button again to display the tire pressure for the front tires except Z06 such as D FRONT L34 R33 PSI or D FRONT L234 R228 kPa Press the GAGE button again to display the tire pressure for the rear tires except Z06 such as D REAR L34 R33 PSI or D ...

Page 156: ...nd TRIP A will be displayed Press it again and TRIP B will be displayed TRIP A could be used to track the distance to a destination TRIP B could be used to track maintenance periods D TRIP A 130 5 MI or D TRIP A 209 9 km D TRIP B 300 5 MI or D TRIP B 483 5 km The trip odometers can be reset by pressing the RESET button on the DIC Both of the trip odometers can be used simultaneously Miles Since La...

Page 157: ...PH or D AVERAGE SPEED 100 km h Press reset in this mode to start calculating the average speed Press and hold RESET to clear Engine Oil Life Press the TRIP button until the engine oil life is displayed such as OIL LIFE REMAIN 89 This is an estimate of the engine oil s remaining useful life It will show 99 when the system is reset after an oil change It will alert you to change your oil on a schedu...

Page 158: ...Canada Press the OPTIONS button until TWILIGHT OFF appears on the display then use the RESET button to page through the following selections D TWILIGHT ON D TWILIGHT OFF If you choose TWILIGHT ON press the OPTIONS button again to display DELAY TIME 1 2 in the DIC Use the OPTIONS button to switch between delay time 1 and 2 You can increase the delay time by pressing button 1 1 FUEL or decrease the ...

Page 159: ...y then use the RESET button to page through the following selections D ALARM HORN D ALARM HORN LIGHTS If you choose ALARM HORN the horn will sound during an alarm If you choose ALARM HORN LIGHTS the horn will sound and the interior and exterior lamps will flash during an alarm Approach Lights Press the OPTIONS button until APPROACH LIGHTS appears on the display then use the RESET button to page th...

Page 160: ...O LOCK OFF to turn this option off Auto Unlock The AUTO UNLOCK will be available only if AUTO LOCK is set to ON as described previously Press the OPTIONS button until AUTO UNLOCK appears on the display then use the RESET button to page through the following choices D AUTO UNLOCK DRIVER D AUTO UNLOCK BOTH D AUTO UNLOCK OFF If you choose AUTO UNLOCK DRIVER the driver s door will automatically unlock...

Page 161: ...age There is a blank page at the end of the OPTIONS menu When the blank page is displayed you can access the following items FOB TRAINING This option allows you to match the RKE transmitter s to your vehicle You can access this option by pressing and holding RESET for three seconds while you are on the blank page at the end of the OPTIONS menu The message FOB TRAINING will be displayed See Matchin...

Page 162: ...is message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly The message will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure ACT HNDLG WARMING UP When you first start your vehicle especially during cold winter weather and begin to drive away up to 6 mph 10 km h the message ACT HNDLG WARMING UP may be displayed in the DIC the instrument panel cluster light will be on and a ...

Page 163: ...operating while in the Competitive Driving mode You should adjust your driving accordingly SERVICE ABS Anti Lock Brake System If the SERVICE ABS message is displayed when you are driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the message stays on or comes back on again while you are driving your vehicle is in need of service If the reg...

Page 164: ...gnosis and repair LOW OIL PRESSURE You will hear four chimes and the CHECK GAGES telltale will come on when this message is displayed To acknowledge the warning press the RESET button After you press the RESET button a message will be displayed and you will hear a chime every minute until the vehicle is serviced If you do not press RESET the message will remain on the digital display until the veh...

Page 165: ...the COOLANT OVER TEMP message see Engine Overheating in the Index SERVICE VEHICLE SOON If this message appears on the DIC there may be an electrical or another system problem with your vehicle Have your vehicle checked by your dealer if this message keeps appearing CHARGE SYSTEM FAULT Press RESET to acknowledge that you have read the message and to remove it from the display The message will reapp...

Page 166: ...st the driver in controlling the vehicle Have the system repaired as soon as possible Adjust your driving accordingly SERVICE RIDE CONTROL This message is used to indicate to the driver that the Selective Real Time Damping system has detected a malfunction and that the system must be serviced The SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message will always come on when a failure is detected by the Selective Real Time...

Page 167: ...n changes If the engine coolant exceeds 255_F 124_C this message is displayed If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off from the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible You can monitor the coolant temperature with the GAGES button on the DIC or the engine coolant gage on the instrument panel cluster See Engine Overheating...

Page 168: ...110_C The transmission fluid temperature can be monitored with the GAGES button on the DIC See Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index You should also check the engine coolant temperature If it is also hot see Engine Overheating in the Index If the HIGH TRANS TEMP message is displayed during normal vehicle operation on flat roads your vehicle may need service See your dealer for an inspection SE...

Page 169: ... To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time press RESET If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on your Tire Loading Information Label See Extended Mobility Tires and Tire Pressure Monitor in the Index CAUTION When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or FLAT TIRE message is displayed on the Driver Informati...

Page 170: ...ate to you which tire is flat You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time press RESET If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on your Tire Loading Information Label See Extended Mobility Tires and Tire Inflation in the Index CAUTION ...

Page 171: ...t at the same time press RESET If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on your Tire Loading Information Label See Extended Mobility Tires and Tire Inflation in the Index SERVICE TIRE MON SYS Except Z06 If this message comes on a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM is not working properly If you drive your vehicl...

Page 172: ...he Index D CRUISE DISENGAGED See Cruise Control in the Index D CRUISE SET __ MPH __ km h See Cruise Control in the Index D DOOR AJAR D ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM D HATCH AJAR Coupe D HIGH VOLTAGE See Voltmeter in the Index D LOW BRAKE FLUID See Brake Fluid in the Index D LOW FUEL See Fuel Gage in the Index D LOW VOLTAGE See Voltmeter in the Index D LOW WASHER FLUID See Windshield Washer F...

Page 173: ...ears as an image focused out toward the front of your vehicle The HUD consists of the following information D Speedometer D Turn Signal Indicators D High Beam Indicator Symbol D Tachometer D Oil Temperature and Fuel Gages D Shift Light Performance SHIFT Light This light is used for performance driving to indicate that the vehicle s best performance level has been reached to shift the transmission ...

Page 174: ...g the PAGE button only when a gage is displayed The gages shown are the following D Oil Pressure D Coolant Temperature D Fuel Level The selections that you choose will remain in the HUD display until they are changed Be sure to continue scanning your displays controls and driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD If you never look at your instrument panel cluster you may not s...

Page 175: ...hat you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim It is possible for sunlight to enter the HUD causing all of the graphics to light up The display will return to normal when the sunlight is no longer entering the HUD 2 Adjust the seat to a comfortable driving position If you change your seat position later you may have to re adjust your HUD 3 Press the top or bottom of the DISPLAY switch to ce...

Page 176: ...clean cloth Wipe the HUD lens gently then dry it Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit If the ignition is on and you can t see the HUD image check to see if D Something is covering the HUD unit D The HUD dimmer control is adjusted properly D The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height D Ambient light in the direction your vehicle is facing is low...

Page 177: ... and Defrosting 3 12 Rear Window Defogger 3 13 Audio Systems 3 13 Setting the Clock 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 24 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option 3 29 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 31 Understanding Radio Reception 3 32 Tips About Your Audio System 3 33 Care of Your Cassette T...

Page 178: ...ture of the air coming through the system Turn it counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Turn it clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Mode Knob The right knob selects the location of where the air will enter the vehicle Vent This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel outlets with a very small amount of air directed to the lower outlets Bi Level This set...

Page 179: ...on when operating This setting is helpful when you are trying to cool the air quickly or to limit odors entering the vehicle Recirculate cannot be used while in the defrost or defog modes Operating the system in the recirculation mode may cause fogging of the vehicle s windows when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog switch the system to either the defog or defrost mode and increase the ...

Page 180: ...ngs See Memory in the Index Digital Display The digital display shows readings in Fahrenheit or Celsius by pressing the E M button English Metric on the Driver Information Center DIC When you start the vehicle the display will show the current fan speed air delivery mode and the driver set temperature for approximately five seconds and then show the outside temperature When the system is fully in ...

Page 181: ...either maximum setting has no effect on the operation of the system Passenger Temperature Offset The PASSENGER knob changes the temperature on the passenger s side of the vehicle When the knob is in the 12 o clock position the passenger s temperature is the same as the driver s Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air on the passenger s side counterclockwise for cooler air If the driver set temperat...

Page 182: ... system may switch to other air delivery modes typically defog or bi level A Typical Hot Weather Example The vehicle has been parked outside all day in hot weather above 80_F 27_C and you have set the driver temperature at 73_F 23_C and have selected the AUTO mode The system will automatically adjust the temperature output to maximum cooling The fan will start at a low speed momentarily to push th...

Page 183: ...tton must be pressed to return to the automatic fan control MODE Press the MODE button to manually lock in the current air delivery setting and to stop the automatic mode control Pressing the MODE button will delete AUTO from the digital display and the mode graphics will be shown To change the setting press the MODE button again The AUTO button must be pressed to return to the automatic mode sele...

Page 184: ...g cools and dehumidifies the air coming into the vehicle The air conditioning cannot be turned off in defrost and defog as it helps to remove moisture from the vehicle It also helps to keep the windows clear If the system is operating in the AUTO mode turning the air conditioning off will delete AUTO from the digital display and show current mode and fan settings The AUTO button must be pressed to...

Page 185: ...he system to either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed To avoid re fogging of the windows operate the system in the outside air mode FRONT Press the FRONT defrost button to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield This setting directs most of the airflow to the windshield and a small amount toward the lower and side window outlets The light on the button will come on and t...

Page 186: ...ed for the outside air temperature readings shown on the digital display for the automatic climate control system If the outside temperature goes up the displayed temperature will not change until D The vehicle s speed is above 16 mph 26 km h for one and a half minutes D The vehicle s speed is above 45 mph 72 km h for one minute These delays help prevent false readings If the temperature goes down...

Page 187: ...es moisture from the air so you may notice water dripping from under the vehicle when it is idling or after it has been turned off This is normal Heating The heater works best if you keep the windows closed Maximum heating will occur when airflow direction is in the lower mode and the temperature control knob on a manual climate control system is all the way in the red area These settings will be ...

Page 188: ...Defogger REAR This button turns the rear defogger and the heated outside mirrors on The light on the button will come on when operating The system automatically shuts off after approximately 15 minutes If further defogging is desired press the button again and it will operate for about seven and a half more minutes The rear window defogger operates only when the engine is running The rear window d...

Page 189: ...he windows D Keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console and air path under the seats clear of objects This helps air circulate throughout the vehicle Audio Systems Your audio system 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 audio system can do...

Page 190: ...justs automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always ...

Page 191: ...whenever the tuner is in preset scan mode The channel number P1 through P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed In FM mode this function will scan through both FM1 and FM2 preset stations and FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbu...

Page 192: ...isplay goes blank Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance To adjust the balance between the right and left speakers press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise for the right speakers and counterclockwise for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers press this knob lightly so i...

Page 193: ...playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous or seek to work The tape direction arrow blinks and the sound will mute during previous or seek operation 2 PROG Program Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape 3 NEXT Press this pushbutton or to go to th...

Page 194: ... the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first If you leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm Cassette Tape Messages CLN Clean If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to ...

Page 195: ...sts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always so...

Page 196: ...ttons again to stop scanning P SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner is in this mode The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed In FM mode this function will scan through both FM1 and FM2 preset stations and FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting ...

Page 197: ... release the AUTO TONE button until the display goes blank or press and release the BASS or TREB knob and turn it until the display goes blank Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise for the right speakers and counterclockwise for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob ...

Page 198: ...You can use the counter reading on the display to locate a passage easily FWD 6 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Release it to resume playing You can use the counter reading on the display to locate a passage easily SEEK Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If eith...

Page 199: ...one minute If you leave a compact disc in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm Compact Disc Messages Err Error If this message appears on the display and or the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons D If you re driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the disc should play D If it s very hot When the temperature returns to normal the disc...

Page 200: ... in the center storage area which may shift or slide while driving could damage your CD changer Protect your CD changer by not placing heavy moveable objects in the center storage area You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays Load the trays from...

Page 201: ...tion of the arrow marked on top of the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left If the door is left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to two minutes depending on the number of discs loaded ...

Page 202: ...ushbuttons except for ejecting the magazine Operating the Trunk Mounted CD Changer with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section The following pushbuttons are used for the trunk mounted CD changer 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the previous track if the current track has ...

Page 203: ... seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press it a third time and the time of day will be displayed SEEK The left arrow works the same as the PREV pushbutton and the right arrow works the same as the NEXT pushbutton P SCAN Preset Scan Press this button to play the compact discs in random rather than sequential order RDM ...

Page 204: ... once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking REV 4 Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track Release this pushbutton to resume play 5 Press this pushbutton to select the next disc in the magazine If a CD cannot be played its number will be skipped when selecting discs while using this pushbutton FWD 6 Forward Press ...

Page 205: ...the problem Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When...

Page 206: ...ess AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Press...

Page 207: ...correct SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stati...

Page 208: ...crease volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delphi Electronics radio or other systems and even damage...

Page 209: ...ion non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recogn...

Page 210: ... detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mech...

Page 211: ...uld damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged you...

Page 212: ...Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System TCS 4 11 Active Handling System 4 13 Steering 4 15 Off Road Recovery 4 15 Passing 4 17 Loss of Control 4 18 Driving at Night 4 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 22 City Driving 4 23 Freeway Driving 4 24 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 25 Highway Hypnosis 4 26 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 28 Winter Driving 4 32 Recreational Vehicle Towin...

Page 213: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 214: ...timates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How ...

Page 215: ...rinking 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 alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets...

Page 216: ... right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Page 217: ... perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle mov...

Page 218: ...dal may get harder to push down If 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 it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your e...

Page 219: ...of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and control...

Page 220: ... even the very best braking Traction Control System TCS Your vehicle has a traction control system called TCS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that the 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 closing the throttl...

Page 221: ...it wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The TCS system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the TCS system off if you ever need to To turn the system off press the button located on the console You can turn the system ON or OFF at any time by pressing the TCS sw...

Page 222: ...age WARM UP COMPLETE is displayed in the DIC The ACT HNDLG WARMING UP message may be displayed in the DIC after exceeding 12 mph 20 km h for 30 seconds The Active Handling System is off until the WARM UP COMPLETE message is displayed The ACTIVE HANDLING message will come on when the system is operating See Driver Information Center Messages in the Index for more information You may also feel or he...

Page 223: ...priate message when you push the button Competitive Driving Mode The driver can select the optional handling mode by pressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button on the console for more than five seconds Competitive Driving mode allows the driver to have full control of the rear wheels while the Active Handling System helps steer the vehicle by selective brake application The instrument cluster light will ...

Page 224: ... The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the ...

Page 225: ... apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this 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 on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a fu...

Page 226: ...g another 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 brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Page 227: ...ars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see ...

Page 228: ...lps avoid only the acceleration skid If your TCS system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of...

Page 229: ... roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also a...

Page 230: ...ract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driv...

Page 231: ...fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water o...

Page 232: ...ater that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a s...

Page 233: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Page 234: ...you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the 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 the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust...

Page 235: ...ving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a l...

Page 236: ...is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second...

Page 237: ...s and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking ...

Page 238: ...lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D ...

Page 239: ...er a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Page 240: ...offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your ve...

Page 241: ...re the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you ...

Page 242: ...t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This...

Page 243: ...ur wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Informat...

Page 244: ...ing GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 100 lbs 45 kg in your rear area CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also over...

Page 245: ...or in a crash D Put things in the rear area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can D Don t leave a seat fol...

Page 246: ...blems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 21 Tire Inflator Kit Z06 Models Only 5 27 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 247: ...audio system Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in the ignition Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up a...

Page 248: ...They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with...

Page 249: ...NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods a...

Page 250: ... with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go...

Page 251: ...se a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on ...

Page 252: ...ss 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other met...

Page 253: ...he vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the ...

Page 254: ...along with the Check Engine light an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency you may drive up to 50 miles 80 km NOTICE After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avo...

Page 255: ...y from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on dri...

Page 256: ... air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest 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 B or THIRD 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the ...

Page 257: ...k CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even 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 surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface ...

Page 258: ... If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service NOTICE Engine damage from running your ...

Page 259: ...se of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant at the coolant surge ta...

Page 260: ...d burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 261: ...uld get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains...

Page 262: ...r radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank ...

Page 263: ...h out for the engine cooling fan s By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated ...

Page 264: ...MT for 50 miles 80 km or less and at speeds of 55 mph 90 km h or less there is a good chance that the tire can be repaired Contact the nearest authorized Chevrolet or Goodyear EMT servicing facility as soon as possible to have the flat tire inspected and repaired or replaced For more information see Extended Mobility Tires in the Index CAUTION Special tools and procedures are required to service a...

Page 265: ...eal small punctures in the tread area of the tire The flat tire is then inflated to at least 26 psi 179 kPa and driven to evenly distribute the tire sealant The tire pressure is checked after driving for a maximum of 10 minutes to see if the slow leak has been stopped If the tire pressure is 19 psi 131 kPa or more inflate the tire up to the standard operating pressure as shown on the Tire Pressure...

Page 266: ...truction card that outlines step by step the temporary repair procedure Be sure to read and follow all the tire inflator kit instructions The kit also includes A Air Compressor B Tire Sealant C Sealant Filling Hose D Air Compressor Accessory Plug E Air Compressor Inflator Hose F Air Pressure Gage G Sealant Filling Hose Plug H Valve Core Remover I Spare Valve Core J 55 mph Label ...

Page 267: ...sealant can be peeled off easily after drying NOTICE Do not use a tire sealant if your vehicle is equipped with Extended Mobility Tires or tire pressure monitors The tire sealant can damage tire pressure monitor sensors See Extended Mobility Tires in the Index Air Compressor The air compressor included in the tire inflator kit was designed exclusively for the Z06 Model equipped with P295 35ZR18 an...

Page 268: ...ansmission Your vehicle can roll or move suddenly even when on fairly level ground To be sure your vehicle won t move always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to NEUTRAL N when you start or idle your engine CAUTION Idling the engine in a closed in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide CO See Engine Exhaust in the Index CAUTION Inflating somethi...

Page 269: ...unscrew the inflating hose from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance in the Index If 26 psi 179 kPa tire pressure is reached in six minutes or less disconnect the air compressor and attach the enclosed maximum speed label to the inside upper left corner of the windshield or to the face of the radio clock The maximum speed label reminds you to drive cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph 90 km h unt...

Page 270: ... is secured to the floor of the hatch trunk area 2 Unwrap the elastic cord A from around the handle of the tire inflator kit Open the tire inflator kit case by lifting up the two tabs located on either side of the kit handle To Stow the Tire Inflator Kit CAUTION Storing the tire inflator kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or colli...

Page 271: ...und the handle of the tire inflator kit A Removable Elastic Cord B Rear Retaining Hook C Elastic Band 2 Insert the tire inflator kit under the elastic band C that is secured to the floor of the hatch trunk area of your vehicle 3 Wrap the elastic cord A around the retaining hook B ...

Page 272: ...d forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels You should turn your TCS System off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear sp...

Page 273: ...Axle 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 26 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 27 Power Steering Fluid 6 28 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 29 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 38 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 40 Tires 6 53 Lifting Your Corvette 6 57 Appearance Care 6 57 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 60 Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel 6 61 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 63 Cleaning Your Conver...

Page 274: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 275: ... be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 91 or higher for best performance You ...

Page 276: ...eet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return ...

Page 277: ...s described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to ...

Page 278: ... filler door is located on the driver s side of the vehicle The fuel cap is attached by a tether for your convenience The fuel filler door release button is located inside of the center console storage compartment ...

Page 279: ... rear compartment Pull the tab to manually release the fuel filler door While refueling rest the tether across the tab on the fuel filler door to prevent damage to your vehicle s finish To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ...

Page 280: ...side of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sur...

Page 281: ... the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Thi...

Page 282: ...eadlamps prior to opening the hood To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle below the instrument panel on the driver s side 2 Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 283: ...e following A Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap B Battery C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill Cap E Engine Air Cleaner Filter F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G Brake Fluid Reservoir H Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir If Equipped I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 284: ...ry time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow ring located near the coolant surge tank See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might no...

Page 285: ...ormation on engine oil 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 damaged The engine oil fill cap is located in the engine compartment on top of the valve cover on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location ...

Page 286: ...dard GM4718M Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic However not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM 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 ...

Page 287: ...stitute Engine Oil When adding oil to maintain engine oil level oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W 30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures If temperatures are above 0_F 18_C you may substitute SAE 10W 30 with the starburst symbol Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change Engine Oil Add...

Page 288: ... If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE OIL SOON message being turned on reset the system To reset the CHANGE OIL SOON message after an oil change do the following 1 Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off 2 Press the TRIP button so the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed 3 Press RESET and hold for two seconds OIL LIFE REMAIN 100 will appear What to Do with Used Oil Use...

Page 289: ...perating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned 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 be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engi...

Page 290: ...emove the engine air cleaner filter 1 Pull up on the clips on each side to release the assembly 2 Pull the assembly out 3 Replace the filter See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 4 Push the assembly back into place 5 Fasten the clips ...

Page 291: ... and Owner Publications in the Index NOTICE We recommend that only fluid labeled DEXRONR III be used because fluid with that label is made specially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 80 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one of these conditions D In ...

Page 292: ...ch can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the trans...

Page 293: ...eservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The clutch master cylinder reservoir is located at the rear of the engine compartment on the dri...

Page 294: ... cap Put the rubber seal and cap back on See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface ...

Page 295: ...occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against r...

Page 296: ...r engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Page 297: ...gine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark The FULL COLD mark is on the front of the coolant surge tank Don t overfill the surge tank Too much co...

Page 298: ...lene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE The surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index f...

Page 299: ...the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew 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 level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark D When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the HOT mark D When the en...

Page 300: ...d washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters fu...

Page 301: ...ould have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on th...

Page 302: ...icants in the Index Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION 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 use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake sys...

Page 303: ...the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspecti...

Page 304: ...in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown...

Page 305: ...t getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your Chevrolet dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen b...

Page 306: ... to get the half open position You can also open the headlamp doors manually by turning the adjuster counterclockwise 2 Remove the screws on each side of the headlamp bezel 3 Open the hood 4 To remove the bezel pull the sides slightly outward and tilt the bezel forward Pull the clip centered above the lens outward Be careful not to scratch the paint on the vehicle ...

Page 307: ... touch the halogen bulbs The inner bulb is the high beam and the outer bulb is the low beam 6 Disconnect the desired bulb from the wiring harness 7 Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps A Back up Lamp B Inboard Taillamp C Outboard Taillamp ...

Page 308: ...6 36 1 Remove the screws 2 Pull the taillamp housing assembly out 3 To remove the socket with the bulb squeeze the tab while you turn the socket counterclockwise ...

Page 309: ...ps You can access the back up lamps through the inboard taillamp opening See Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps in the Index 1 Squeeze the tab on the socket while turning it counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly 2 Remove the bulb from the socket 3 Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb ...

Page 310: ...lling a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield To remove the wiper blade assembly 1 Open the hood to gain access to the windshield wipers 2 Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 3 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab C Pull down o...

Page 311: ... the insert is fully installed 2 Be sure the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots 3 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pullupuntilthepivotlockingtablocksinthehookslot 4 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield Installation guide A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C...

Page 312: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a...

Page 313: ...d with air it provides a cushion between the road and the wheel Because you won t have this cushion when driving on a deflated tire try to avoid potholes that could damage your wheel and require replacement of it Some road hazards can damage a tire beyond repair This damage could occur even before you ve driven on the tire in a deflated condition When a tire has been damaged or if you ve driven an...

Page 314: ... 10 years under normal driving conditions See your dealer if you ever need to have a wheel replaced or if the sensors ever need replacement NOTICE Using liquid sealants can damage the tire valves and tire pressure monitor sensors in your extended mobility tires This damage would not be covered by warranty Don t use liquid sealants in your extended mobility tires If you feel that winter tires are n...

Page 315: ...n t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following D Too much flexing D Too much heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rou...

Page 316: ...ge appears see your dealer for service For more information see Tire Pressure Monitor and Driver Information Center DIC in the Index Tire Pressure Monitor Except Z06 The Tire Pressure Monitor TPM has a sensor on each road wheel that transmits to a receiver on the instrument panel The system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry and S...

Page 317: ...an 42 psi 290 kPa The message will show which tire is overinflated and two chimes will sound An example would be HIGH PRESSURE LR This would mean that the inflation pressure in your left rear tire is higher than 42 psi 290 kPa See Driver Information Center in the Index If a tire pressure message appears on the Driver Information Center stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and se...

Page 318: ...cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric D The tire has a bump bulge or split D The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance C...

Page 319: ...may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes other than those originally installed on your vehicle may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the correct size and type tires on all four wheels If your vehicle is equipped with Extended Mobility Tires and you feel that winter tires are needed see Extended Mobility Tires in the Index CAUTION If you use b...

Page 320: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 321: ...s of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were alig...

Page 322: ...heels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could...

Page 323: ...e rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a crash CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to a crash Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wh...

Page 324: ...l depression in the trunk rail directly under the left rear compartment cover Your vehicle s wheel lock key has a unique registration number The registration number is printed on a card included in your lock nut package Also on this card is lost key replacement information This number is not recorded by GM or your dealer so be sure not to lose this card You will need the information if you ever lo...

Page 325: ...To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Lifting Your Corvette CAUTION Lifting a vehicle can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level...

Page 326: ... to lift your Corvette such as to display it at a show follow the instructions that came with the jack and be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid damaging your vehicle NOTICE Lifting your vehicle improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To lift your vehicle properly follow the advice in this part To help prevent vehicle damage D Be su...

Page 327: ... the vehicle behind the front tires 1 Locate the lifting point B on either side of your vehicle to jack the vehicle according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 3 Lift the vehicle with the jack making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs A ...

Page 328: ...nger s side 1 Locate the lifting point to jack your vehicle according to the illustration shown 2 Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle 3 Lift the vehicle with the jack making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs A For more information see Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index ...

Page 329: ...tone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and ...

Page 330: ...warm soapy water Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather...

Page 331: ... not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches A...

Page 332: ...e Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During v...

Page 333: ...in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed p...

Page 334: ...asive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted s...

Page 335: ...ith GM Water Repellent GM Part No 12378519 to repel water and dirt To protect the convertible top D After you wash the vehicle make sure the top is completely dry before you lower it D Don t get any cleaner on the vehicle s painted finish it could leave streaks D If you decide to go through an automatic car wash ask the manager if the equipment could damage your top Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Keep y...

Page 336: ...aler or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protect...

Page 337: ...damage the springs Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Chevrolet will repair at no cha...

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Page 339: ...and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label located inside the glovebox It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint info...

Page 340: ...essory power plug can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or CB radio It is located behind the carpeting on the passenger s side toe board at the top left corner near the body control module Be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment To use the accessory power plug do the following 1 Remove the toe board panel by lifting up on the latch...

Page 341: ...any electrical equipment should not exceed 15 amps NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued D Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods of time can drain your battery D DO NOT use this plug if the electrical equipment requires frequent connecting and disconnecting This may cause excessive wear on the accessory power plug and damage y...

Page 342: ...s the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get alo...

Page 343: ... Control Module 10 Windshield Wiper Washer 11 Accessory Power 12 Blank 13 Body Control Module Ignition 1 14 Crank 15 Hazard Turn Signal 16 Air Bag 17 Tonneau Release 18 HVAC Controls 19 Instrument Panel Control 20 Cruise Control 21 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System and Inside Rearview Mirror 22 Body Control Module Ignition 3 23 Body Control Module Ignition 2 24 Radio Antenna 25 Body...

Page 344: ...ower Seat Micro Relay Usage 37 Monitored Inadvertent Load Control 38 Right Daytime Running Lamp 39 Hatch Trunk Release 40 Left Daytime Running Lamp Micro Relay Usage 41 Tonneau Release 42 Courtesy Lamps 43 Automatic Lamp Control Parking Lamps 44 Automatic Lamp Control Headlamps Mini Relay Usage 45 Bose Speakers 46 Rear Defogger Maxifuse Usage 47 Ignition 1 48 Rear Defogger 49 Blank 50 Ignition 2 5...

Page 345: ... side of the vehicle in front of the battery To remove the fuse block cover turn the knob counterclockwise Minifuse Usage 1 Rear Fog Lamp 2 Approach 3 Right Headlamp Motor 4 Left Headlamp Motor 5 Anti Lock Brakes Selective Real Time Damping 6 Fog Lamp 7 Selective Real Time Damping Relay 8 Headlamp Low Beam Right ...

Page 346: ...Engine Ignition 20 Blank 21 Blank 22 Injector 1 23 Powertrain Control Module 24 Air Conditioning 25 Blank 26 Blank 27 Spare Minifuse Usage 28 Spare 29 Spare 30 Spare 31 Spare 32 Spare Micro Relay Usage 33 Air Pump 34 Air Conditioner and Clutch 35 Fuel Pump 36 Horn 37 Rear Fog Lamp 38 Back Up Lamps 39 Fog Lamp 40 Blank 41 Selective Real Time Damping Mini Relay Usage 42 Ignition 1 43 Cooling Fan 2 4...

Page 347: ...e capacities are given in English and metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Overhaul 10 8 quarts 10 2 L Cooling System 12 6 quarts 11 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 5 quarts 6 1 L Fuel Tank 18 5 U S gallons 70 0 L Manual Transmission Overhaul 4 1 quarts 3 8 L Wheel Nut Torque 100...

Page 348: ...tioning system be performed by a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1 75 lbs 0 79 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter A917C Engine Oil Filter PF44 PCV Valve CV948C 0 060 inch 1 524 mm Spark Plug 41 974 0 060 inch Gap Windshield Wiper Blade Length 22 inches 55 9 cm Type 9 mm x 3 mm Shepherd s Hook ACDelcoR part num...

Page 349: ...le needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 17 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 19 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 21 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 350: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 351: ... do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service...

Page 352: ...ns on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever servic...

Page 353: ... See Part B Owner Checks and Services Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections and Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants following Part A Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emissions warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s ...

Page 354: ...l indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON Message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time...

Page 355: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

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Page 357: ...l Service See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 358: ...er In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as high performance operation If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service ACTUA...

Page 359: ...mission Control Service See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Continued ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 360: ...ormance operation Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill the cooling system or every 60 months since last service whi...

Page 361: ...cessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index fo...

Page 362: ...one grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Manual Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Manual Transmission Fluid in the Index Check for leaks A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Have the system inspected and repaired if needed Automatic Transmi...

Page 363: ... halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps ...

Page 364: ... to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking br...

Page 365: ...maged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Tire and Wheel Inspection Inspect the tires for uneven wear or damage If there is irregular or premature wear check the wheel alignment Inspect for damaged wheels Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the bo...

Page 366: ... Rear Axle Service Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed See Rear Axle in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the axle and repair it if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other...

Page 367: ...or and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield ...

Page 368: ... refill add 4 ounces 118 ml of Limited Slip Axle Lubricant Additive GM Part No 1052358 or equivalent where required See Rear Axle in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpo...

Page 369: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 370: ...7 22 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 371: ...7 23 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 372: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 373: ... Procedure 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 8 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 ...

Page 374: ...ents Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager cont...

Page 375: ... is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Cana...

Page 376: ...eech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter s...

Page 377: ...800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installe...

Page 378: ...dside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care Roadside Basic Care provides D Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 2...

Page 379: ... of 2002 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer for details Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2002 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care and Courtesy ...

Page 380: ... proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs...

Page 381: ... fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 pe...

Page 382: ...ribed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA ...

Page 383: ...tario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General...

Page 384: ...ance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 60 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 ...

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