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Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual - 2011

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Summary of Contents for 2011 Corvette

Page 1: ...ors 5 8 Information Displays 5 25 Vehicle Messages 5 35 Vehicle Personalization 5 55 Universal Remote System 5 64 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 5 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 5 Audio Players 7 11 Phone 7 18 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 1 Air Vents 8 6 Maintenance 8 7 Driving and Operating 9 1 Driving Information 9...

Page 2: ... General Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 6 Maintenance Records 11 9 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 17 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ... manual Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French lang...

Page 4: ... injury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbo...

Page 5: ...s Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ... Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 15 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 16 Satellite Radio 1 17 Portable Audio Devices 1 17 Bluetooth 1 18 Steering Wheel Controls 1 18 Cruise Control 1 19 Navigation System 1 19 Driver Information Center DIC 1 19 Power Outlets 1 20 Roof Panel 1 20 Convertible 1 21 Performance and Maintenance Traction Con...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 9: ...lease Button See Hatch Trunk Lid Release under Hatch on page 2 10 M Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 5 N Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 18 O Power Folding Top Switch If Equipped See Convertible Top on page 2 23 P Bluetooth Controls If Equipped See Bluetooth on page 7 18 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 If Equipped Q Steering Wheel Adj...

Page 10: ...ock the doors from up to 30 m 100 ft away from the vehicle Press the button A to remove the key The key can be used to lock and unlock the glove box and to open the hatch trunk lid if power to the vehicle is lost See Hatch on page 2 10 for more information K Press to unlock the driver door Press again within five seconds to unlock both doors Q Press to lock all doors Press and hold for approximate...

Page 11: ...power door lock switch B located at the top of the door panel near both windows K Press to unlock the doors Q Press to lock the doors To open a door from the inside after it is locked press the button C in front of the door handle and push the door open See Power Door Locks on page 2 9 Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power If the vehicle has lost battery power the driver door can be opened manually Ins...

Page 12: ...ss transmitter For more information see Hatch on page 2 10 Windows The power window switches are located on each door Pull up or press down on the front of the switch to raise or lower the window For more information see Power Windows on page 2 18 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust a manual seat 1 Lift the bar under the front of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desir...

Page 13: ... Bolsters A Lumbar Support Control B Side Bolster Support Control To adjust the support if equipped Move control A forward or rearward to adjust lumbar support Move control B up or down to adjust the side bolsters See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3 6 for more information Reclining Seatbacks To recline a manual seatback 1 Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat 2 Move the seatback to the desir...

Page 14: ...ls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat outside mirrors and the telescopic steering column Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat both outside mirrors and the telescopic steering column 2 Press and hold 1 until two beeps sound 3 Repeat for a second driver position using 2 To recall On vehicles with an automatic transmi...

Page 15: ...nd the telescopic steering column out of the way to allow extra room to exit the vehicle B Press to save and recall the easy exit seat position To save into memory 1 Recall the desired driving position by pressing 1 2 Adjust the seat and the telescopic steering column to the desired exit position 3 Press and hold B until two beeps sound 4 Repeat for a second driver position using 2 To recall press...

Page 16: ...ble Models Only on page 3 43 or Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System ZO6 and ZR1 Models Only on page 3 44 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions The driver airbags are not affected by this The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible ...

Page 17: ...Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position See Folding Mirrors on page 2 16 Interior Mirror Vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror will automatically reduce headlamp glare coming from vehicles that are traveling behind you See Automat...

Page 18: ...nterior Lighting Courtesy Lamps When any door or the hatch trunk lid is opened the interior lamps will go on unless it is bright outside The courtesy lamps can also be turned on and off by pressing the instrument panel brightness knob Reading Lamps The inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps The lamps go on when a door is opened When the doors are closed press the lamp buttons to turn on...

Page 19: ...ps sidemarker lamps taillamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lights Turn and Lane Change Signal The turn signal lever has two upward and downward positions to signal a lane change or a turn For a lane change raise or lower the lever The signal automatically flashes three times For a turn raise or lower the lever all of the way up or down The turn signal will stop flashing when the turn i...

Page 20: ...t the end of the lever until the washers begin See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Climate Controls With this system the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled A Driver Temperature Control B Display C Passenger Temperature Control D AUTO E Air Recirculation F Air Conditioning G Fan Control H Air Delivery Mode Control I Defrost J Rear Window Defogger See Dual Automatic Climate Contro...

Page 21: ...D if the vehicle has either of these features The Manual Paddle Shift system can be deactivated by moving the shifter from S Sport Mode back to D Drive or by holding the up shift paddle for more than one second The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow either an up shift or a down shift if the vehicle speed is too fast or too slow nor will it allow a start from 4 Fourth or higher gear See Auto...

Page 22: ... Press to seek stations SCAN Press and hold to scan stations 4 Press to change the information that shows on the display while listening to the radio For more information about these and other radio features see Infotainment on page 7 1 and Operation on page 7 2 Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM and if equipped six XM1 and six XM2 can be programmed To program pre...

Page 23: ...the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A fee is required to receive the XM service For more information refer to www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 U S www xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 Canada See Satellite Radio on page 7 8 Portable Audio Devices Th...

Page 24: ...it www gm com bluetooth For more information see Bluetooth on page 7 18 Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel b g Press to turn on and off the vehicle speakers Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with the OnStar or Bluetooth systems c Press to reject an incoming call or to end a call e e Press to I...

Page 25: ...system The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the system can help locate a variety of points of interest POIs such as banks airports restaurants and more See the Navigation System Manual for more information Driver Information Center DIC The...

Page 26: ...rmation Center DIC on page 5 25 Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons located to the right of the instrument panel cluster The features that can be programmed include Units Memory Features Lighting Features Lock and Unlock Feedback Door Lock and Unlock Settings Language Personalization Name See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 55 Power Outlets Th...

Page 27: ... every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control press and release d on the console d illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 44 Press and release the button again to turn on traction control See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 36 The vehicle has an Active Handling System that helps maintain directional control of the veh...

Page 28: ... 68 ZO6 Z16 and ZR1 Features Checking Engine Oil ZO6 ZR1 and manual transmission Z16 Grand Sport coupe models have a high performance dry sump lubrication system This system operates differently than a standard engine lubrication system See Engine Oil on page 10 15 You should check the oil level only after the engine has been thoroughly warmed up and then shut off for at least five minutes This en...

Page 29: ...e based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an oil change Resetting the Oil Life System 1 Press the TRIP button so the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed 2 Press RESET and hold for two seconds OIL LIFE REMAINING 100 will appear See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 22 Driving for ...

Page 30: ...side Assistance Program U S 1 800 243 8872 TTY Users U S 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 Mexico 01 800 466 0800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program See Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13 8 or Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 10 for more information Roadside Assistance and OnStar U S and Canada If you...

Page 31: ...t vehicles Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles For more information see the OnStar Owner s Guide or visit www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or push Q to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations see the OnStar Owner s Guid...

Page 32: ...10 220 310 OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a b g c x Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands Free Calling See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 3 for more information On some vehicles the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems or to dial phone extensions See the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information Your Responsibility Incre...

Page 33: ...tic Door Locks 2 10 Lockout Protection 2 10 Doors Hatch 2 10 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 13 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 13 Immobilizer 2 14 Immobilizer Operation 2 14 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 16 Power Mirrors 2 16 Folding Mirrors 2 16 Heated Mirrors 2 17 Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 17 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 17 Windows Windows 2 18 Power Windows 2 18 Sun ...

Page 34: ...hicle move The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children The key located inside the RKE transmitter can be used to lock and unlock the glove box and to open the hatch trunk lid if power to the vehicle is lost See Hatch on page 2 10 ...

Page 35: ...or information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If ...

Page 36: ...information There are other conditions that can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 This vehicle comes with two transmitters Q Lock Press once to lock the doors When Q is pressed twice the lights flash and the horn sounds to confirm locking K Unlock Press once to unlock only the driver door Press K twice within five seconds to unlock both doors...

Page 37: ...placement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed to it Programming with a Recognized Transmitter A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter For vehicles sold in Canada two recognized transmitters ar...

Page 38: ... new transmitters when two recognized transmitters are not available 1 The vehicle must be off 2 Place the new transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the passenger side 3 Insert the vehicle key into the key cylinder located above the license plate 4 Open the hatch trunk 5 Turn the key five times within five seconds 6 The DIC message displays OFF ACCESSORY TO LEARN ...

Page 39: ...to start the vehicle To start the vehicle place the transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the passenger side Then with the vehicle in P Park for an automatic transmission press the brake pedal and If the vehicle has a manual transmission press the clutch and Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible Change the transmitter battery if the DIC displays FOB ...

Page 40: ...ck your vehicle whenever you leave it 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 From the outside press the lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter When you have the transmitter with you you may also unlock and open the door...

Page 41: ...se plate to open the hatch Then use the door release tab located on the carpet inside the hatch on the driver side of the vehicle Pull the tab to unlock and unlatch the driver door See Keys on page 2 2 for information on opening the hatch during a loss of power Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the doors There is an indicator light on the rear of the door near the window...

Page 42: ...nlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC This allows the driver to choose various unlock settings For programming information see Vehicle Personalization on page 5 55 Lockout Protection Your vehicle can be programmed to sound the horn three times and unlock the driver door when both doors are closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the vehicle When the d...

Page 43: ...ects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch trunk area The objects could damage the underbody Hatch Trunk Lid Release There are several ways to release the hatch trunk lid If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the shift lever must be in P Park For manual transmission vehicles the parking brake must be set when the ignition is started for the hatch trunk release to operate Th...

Page 44: ...lid Lower it until the power pull down latch feature activates it will close the rest of the way and latch automatically Emergency Trunk Release Handle Coupe Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk e...

Page 45: ...inside the vehicle and close the door The security light stops flashing and stays on After 30 seconds the light should turn off The vehicle can be programmed to automatically lock the doors and arm the theft deterrent system when you exit the vehicle See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 55 If a door or the hatch trunk is opened without using the RKE transmitter the alarm goes off The horn sounds ...

Page 46: ...k button on the RKE transmitter or squeeze the door handle sensor while the transmitter is near the vehicle to unlock a door Unlocking a door any other way sets off the alarm If the alarm sounds press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter to disarm it Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on...

Page 47: ...amaged try another RKE transmitter Or place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket See NO FOBS DETECTED under Key and Lock Messages on page 5 42 for additional information Check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 51 If the engine still does not start with the other transmitter the vehicle needs service If the engine does start the first transmitter may be faulty See your dealer ...

Page 48: ...ted on the driver door To adjust the mirrors 1 Move the top selector control to the left or right to select either the driver or passenger mirror 2 Use the arrows located on the four way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction 3 Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen Keep the control in the center position when not adjusting ei...

Page 49: ...tically change to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A time delay feature prevents rapid changing from the day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic If the vehicle has OnStar there are three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror See the OnStar owner s guide for more information on the services OnStar provides P On Off The automatic dimming feature is a...

Page 50: ...ies or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Power Windows The power window switches are located on each door Pull up or press down on the front of the switch to raise or lower the window Retained Accessory Power RAP allows you to use the power windows when the ignition is off For more ...

Page 51: ... the system is initialized Once power is restored 1 Close the door 2 Raise the window and hold the switch up for three seconds after the window is closed 3 Release the switch then hold the switch up again for three seconds and release Sun Visors Pull the visor toward you or move it to the side to help reduce glare To use the lighted mirror lift the cover Roof Roof Panel On vehicles with a removabl...

Page 52: ...sion into P Park Shift a manual transmission into N Neutral 2 Make sure the ignition is off 3 Lower both sun visors 4 Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel 5 Lower the windows There are two release latches on the front of the roof panel and one rear release latch on the back of the roof panel 6 To unlock the release latches on the front o...

Page 53: ...ble and lift it away from the vehicle Storing the Roof Panel WARNING If a roof panel is not stored properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Whenever you store a roof panel in the vehicle always be sure that it is stored securely in the proper location Notice If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges the roof panel paint ...

Page 54: ...nel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle In most cases it makes it easier if two people install the roof panel 1 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake Shift an automatic transmission into P Park Shift a manual transmission into N Neutral 2 Check that the front release latches and the rear release latch on the vehicle s roof opening are in their opened positions b...

Page 55: ...aning removing and or storing the roof panel Flush with water to remove dust and dirt then dry the panel Clean a transparent roof panel with GM Glass Cleaner Leave the cleaner on the panel for one minute then wipe the panel with a soft lint free cloth Do not use glass cleaner on a painted roof panel Do not use abrasive cleaning materials on either type of panel If water drops are frequently allowe...

Page 56: ...ible top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the convertible top before lowering it Notice If you lower the convertible top on your vehicle in cold weather 18 C 0 F or lower you may damage convertible top components Do not lower the top in cold weather Notice If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in motion you...

Page 57: ...al to the tonneau cover C The front edge A and rear edge B should be straight up 6 The convertible top front latch must be turned and closed after the top has been pushed up Failure to close the latch may prevent the tonneau cover from completely closing 7 Tilt the driver seatback forward and press the tonneau cover release button located on the underside of the tonneau cover C behind the driver s...

Page 58: ...ward edge of the tonneau cover To access the cable lift and pull back the carpeting Also see Hatch on page 2 10 for information on the emergency trunk release handle Notice If you lower the convertible top into the storage compartment and the rear edge of the top is not in the full down position you could damage the top Always verify that the rear edge of the convertible top is in the full down po...

Page 59: ... Park and set the parking brake Shift a manual transmission into N Neutral and set the parking brake 2 Lower both windows 3 Make sure the ignition is off 4 Tilt the driver seat forward and press the tonneau cover release button or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost See Step 6 under Lowering the Manual Convertible Top in this section After pressing the release button the dr...

Page 60: ...irm motion 9 Lower the rear edge B of the convertible top by first slightly pushing the front edge A of the convertible top forward 10 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 11 Pull the convertible top front latch handle down and turn...

Page 61: ...ew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the convertible top before lowering it Notice If you lower the convertible top on your vehicle in cold weather 18 C 0 F or lower you may damage convertible top components Do not lower the top in cold weather Notice If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in motion you could damage the top or the top mechanism The repairs wo...

Page 62: ...ue to a new audio system equalization being loaded If the convertible top is operated multiple times the engine should be running to prevent drain on the vehicle s battery Under certain conditions the Driver Information Center DIC may display a message regarding the convertible top See Convertible Top Messages on page 5 37 for more information Raising the Power Convertible Top Notice If you raise ...

Page 63: ... counterclockwise to lock the convertible top If the radio is on the sound may be muted for a brief time due to a new audio system equalization being loaded If the vehicle has lost power the convertible top can still be raised by releasing pressure on the hydraulic pump located under the passenger side of the tonneau cover using the following steps The carpet liner on the passenger side must be pu...

Page 64: ...sure release bolt on the front side of the hydraulic pump 4 Use the wrench located in the console and turn the pressure release bolt counterclockwise one revolution to relieve pressure to the hydraulic pump This will allow you to manually raise the convertible top 5 Then follow the steps under raising the manual convertible top See Manual Operation or Power Operation in this section When power is ...

Page 65: ...oth may leave lint on the top and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric Do not use detergents harsh cleaners solvents or bleaching agents Wet the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid spots or rings Let the soap remain on the fabric for a few minutes When the top is really dirty use a mild foam type cleaner Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle then let the top dry in direct sunl...

Page 66: ...Black plate 34 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 2 34 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES ...

Page 67: ...ystem Airbag System 3 22 Where Are the Airbags 3 24 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 26 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 27 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 28 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 3 28 Passenger Sensing System 3 30 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 34 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 35 Airbag System Check 3 36 Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash 3 3...

Page 68: ...RNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired posi...

Page 69: ...eering Wheel On vehicles with the memory feature the controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat outside mirrors and the telescopic steering column if equipped The numbers on the back of the remote keyless entry RKE transmitters correspond to the numbers on the memory buttons Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat bo...

Page 70: ...t outside mirrors and telescopic steering column if equipped to stored positions when entering the vehicle To activate enter the vehicle and start the engine The driver seat outside mirrors and telescopic steering column will move to the memory position associated with the transmitter used to unlock the vehicle This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu See Auto Memory...

Page 71: ...or a manual transmission A single beep sounds The seat and telescopic steering column will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver If the easy exit seat feature is programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu automatic recall occurs when one of the following conditions is met The vehicle is turned off in Retained Accessory Power RAP or accessory mode and the driver do...

Page 72: ...st a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure ...

Page 73: ...ot do their job when reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not 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 Continued WARNING Continued The lap belt cannot 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 ...

Page 74: ...ting position lift up on the latch raise the seatback and push the seatback rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Heated Front Seats WARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especial...

Page 75: ...e injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle You and your passenger s can be seriously 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 are restrained properly too WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicl...

Page 76: ...ashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 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...

Page 77: ...ette Owner Manual 2011 Seats and Restraints 3 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 78: ...u are upside down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I neve...

Page 79: ...pants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the...

Page 80: ...t will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body Q What is wrong with this A The lap belt is too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way ...

Page 81: ...ven fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs Q What is wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle WARNING You can be seriously injured if the 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 on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injurie...

Page 82: ...t goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests Q What is wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times ...

Page 83: ...ternal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is behind the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might a...

Page 84: ... ask your dealer to fix it Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock ...

Page 85: ...e passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 30 for more information 3 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 is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 3 21 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 To make the lap part tigh...

Page 86: ...s of a moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And for vehicles with side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash they will need to be replaced and probably other new parts for the vehicle s safety belt sy...

Page 87: ...ts To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Safety System Check Now and then check that the safety belt reminder light safety belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job ...

Page 88: ...essary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A frontal airbag for ...

Page 89: ... Continued Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Airbags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye Anyone who is up agains...

Page 90: ... for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in the vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 3 37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 39 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tell...

Page 91: ...he seatbacks closest to the door WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other ...

Page 92: ...a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object If the vehicle hits an object that deforms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an obj...

Page 93: ...le design Seat mounted side impact airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts A seat mounted side impact airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For ...

Page 94: ...kly that some people may not even realize the airbags inflated Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbag modules see What Makes an Airbag Inflate on page 3 27 The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation...

Page 95: ...airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and poss...

Page 96: ...ront passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag should be enabled may inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size We recommend that rear fa...

Page 97: ...eat The system determines that a small child is present in a child restraint The system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat A right front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time The right front passenger seat is occupied by a smaller person such as a child who has outgrown child restraints Or if there is a critical problem with the airbag system o...

Page 98: ...more information including important safety information If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the...

Page 99: ...n 4 Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with legs comfortably extended 5 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensi...

Page 100: ...ushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Pub...

Page 101: ...t vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on...

Page 102: ...e replaced For the location of the airbag modules see What Makes an Airbag Inflate on page 3 27 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airba...

Page 103: ...p belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt shou...

Page 104: ...ously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never do this Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck in...

Page 105: ...children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrained...

Page 106: ...child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purch...

Page 107: ...raints WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a...

Page 108: ...seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint ...

Page 109: ... S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada check with Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the ...

Page 110: ...H system your child restraint may have lower attachments and or a top tether The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash Some vehicles have lower and or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower attachments and or a top tether Your vehicle does not have lower anchors to accommodate lower attachments Your vehicle does have a top ...

Page 111: ... to the anchor Some top tether equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint According to accident statistics children...

Page 112: ...ions in this manual WARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to Continued WARNING Continued tighten Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock if the vehicle has one after the child restraint...

Page 113: ...owing steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Press the ribbed area of the trim cover to open the cover and expose the anchor 2 3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the headrest or head restr...

Page 114: ...ger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped under certain conditions See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 30 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 17 for more information including important safety information A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag d...

Page 115: ...er Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System ZO6 and ZR1 Models Only on page 3 44 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing ...

Page 116: ...r lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the be...

Page 117: ... To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag or airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed ...

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Page 119: ...enter console next to the shift lever Slide the handle from the left to the right side to access the lid Rear Storage Two rear storage compartments are located in the floor of the rear hatch trunk area Convertible Shown Coupe Similar To access a storage compartment pull up to open the cover The covers cannot be removed For ZO6 and ZR1 and Grand Sport Coupe with a manual transmission the right rear...

Page 120: ...zontal flap that can be attached to the top of the trunk to divide the storage compartment or it stores flat when not in use Pull the divider up and snap it onto the snaps on both sides of the trunk Center Console Storage To use this storage area pull the cover up on the driver side front edge of the console and swing it to the passenger side Some vehicles might also have input jacks for auxiliary...

Page 121: ... the elastic loops on the rear corners B of the shade to the hooks recessed inside the rear hatch frame near the rear corners 3 Grasp the loop at the rear center of the shade and wrap it around the striker assembly 4 Push the loop to the top of the striker base plate Convenience Net Use the convenience net located in the rear to store small loads as far forward as possible The net should not be us...

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Page 123: ...8 Brake System Warning Light 5 21 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 22 One to Four Shift Light Manual Transmission 5 22 Active Handling System Light 5 23 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 5 23 Tire Pressure Light 5 24 Security Light 5 24 High Beam On Light 5 25 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 25 Lamps On Reminder 5 25 Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC 5 25 Head Up Display H...

Page 124: ...mote System Operation 5 69 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment The lever is located on the left side of the steering column To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place Telescopic Steering Column For vehicles with this feature the telescopic steering column control is located on the right side o...

Page 125: ...Bluetooth on page 7 18 and the OnStar Owner s Guide for more information c Phone On Hook Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call w x Next Previous Press to change radio stations or select tracks on a CD To change radio stations Press w or x to go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there The radio only seeks stations with a strong signal that are in the selected ba...

Page 126: ...et Pushbuttons Press to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper lever is located on the right side of the steering column Move the lever to the following positions 1 High Speed Use for fast wipes 6 Low Speed Use for slow wipes Delay Use to set a ...

Page 127: ...until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision If the fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir is low the message CHECK WASHER FLUID will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC display It will take 15 seconds after the bottle is refilled for this message to turn off For information on the correct washer fluid to use see Wash...

Page 128: ...d to the appropriate zone To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the zone map that follows 2 Press and hold P until a Z and a zone number displays The compass is now in zone mode 3 Once the zone number displays press P repeatedly until you reach the correct zone number Stop pressing P and the mirror returns to normal operation Clock To set the clock...

Page 129: ...ealer When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 55 It is recommended that a qualified technician or dealer be seen for the proper installation of your equipment Notice Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets...

Page 130: ...htray Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indic...

Page 131: ...Black plate 9 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 Instruments and Controls 5 9 Instrument Cluster English Coupe and Convertible Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 132: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 5 10 Instruments and Controls ZR1 English Shown ZO6 and Metric Similar ...

Page 133: ... of the old odometer See your dealer if the odometer must be replaced in the vehicle Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Notice Fuel shuts off at about 6500 rpm for the base model 7000 rpm for the ZO6 model and 6600 rpm for the ZR1 model If the vehicle continues to be driven at the fuel shut off rpm the engine could be damaged Be sure to o...

Page 134: ...All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gauge At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gauge reads the full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated half full but it took a little more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge pointer may mo...

Page 135: ...r heavier throttle It displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the engine s combustion chamber The gauge is automatically centered at zero every time the engine is started Actual vacuum or boost is displayed from this zero point Changes in ambient pressure such as driving in mountains and changing weather will slightly change the zero reading Engine Oil Pressure Gaug...

Page 136: ...kilopascals or psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Oil pressure should be 140 to 550 kPa 20 to 80 psi In certain situations such as long extended idles on hot days it could read as low as 40 kPa 6 psi and still be considered normal Oil pressure may exceed 689 kPa 100 psi when first started or when accelerating It may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity bu...

Page 137: ...en operating under normal driving conditions pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 10 34 for more information Voltmeter Gauge Base and ZO6 English and Metric The voltmeter shows the voltage output of the battery It shows the voltage output of the charging system while the engine is running The reading changes as the rate of ch...

Page 138: ...lt unless the driver safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light comes on and stays on for several seconds then flashes for several more This chime and light are repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion If the driver safety belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on Airbag Readiness Light The system checks the airbag s electrical system f...

Page 139: ...ges on page 5 35 for more information Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 30 for important safety information The rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator United States Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off...

Page 140: ...ry to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 for more information including important safety information Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of t...

Page 141: ...mage the emission control system on the vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required The following can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle Reduce vehicle speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park the vehicle Turn off the vehicle wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engin...

Page 142: ...ht have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state and local governments may have programs to inspect the on vehicle emission control equipment For the inspection the emission system test equipment is connected to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle ...

Page 143: ...arning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service If this warning light stays on after the engine is started the parking brake may still be set or there could be a brake problem Refer to Parking Brake on page 9 35 to see if it is set If the parking brake is not set have the brake syst...

Page 144: ... antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 21 One to Four Shift Light Manual Transmission When this light comes on the vehicle can only be shifted from 1 First to 4 Fourth instead of 1 First to 2 Second The shift must be completed into 4 Fourt...

Page 145: ...ndling System is turned off the light comes on a chime sounds and the TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING OFF message displays in the DIC The Traction Control System is off and the Active Handling System does not assist with controlling the vehicle When the Active Handling System is turned back on the light turns off a chime sounds and the TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING ON message displays in...

Page 146: ... this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A tire pressure message can accompany the light See Tire Messages on page 5 51 for more information Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the...

Page 147: ...er This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on See Exterior Lamps Off Reminder on page 6 2 for more information Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster and shows driver personalization features and warning status messages The DIC comes on when the ignition is turned on After displaying CORVETT...

Page 148: ...el information such as fuel economy and range 2 Gauges Press this button to display gauge information like oil pressure and temperature coolant temperature automatic transmission fluid temperature if equipped battery voltage and front rear tire pressures TRIP Press this button to display your total and trip distance driven the elapsed time function your average speed and the engine oil life OPTION...

Page 149: ...uel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change frequently as driving conditions change Unlike average fuel economy this menu item cannot be reset Press the fuel button again to display instantaneous fuel economy such as INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY 11 7 L 100 km or INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY 20 1 MPG Fuel Range The range calculates the remaining distance you can drive without refueling It is based o...

Page 150: ... the oil temperature is high the display will show OIL TEMPERATURE HIGH Coolant Temperature This display shows the engine coolant temperature Press the gauges button again to display the coolant temperature such as COOLANT TEMPERATURE 51 C or COOLANT TEMPERATURE 123 F If the coolant temperature is low the display will show COOLANT TEMPERATURE LOW If the coolant temperature is high the display will...

Page 151: ...MI You can also display the odometer by turning on the parking lamps Trip Odometers There are two trip odometers Press the TRIP button to display TRIP ODOMETER A readings and press the button again to display TRIP ODOMETER B readings such as TRIP ODOMETER A 209 9 km or TRIP ODOMETER A 130 5 MI TRIP ODOMETER B 483 5 km or TRIP ODOMETER B 300 5 MI Both of the trip odometers can be used simultaneousl...

Page 152: ...et after an oil change It will alert you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions When the remaining oil life is low the system will alert you with the message CHANGE ENGINE OIL Remember you must reset the engine oil life system yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself To reset the system see Engine Oil Life System on page 10 22 Be careful not to reset...

Page 153: ...le Shift Gear Indicator If Equipped These displays on the HUD are for use when using the manual paddle shift controls to shift the transmission See Manual Paddle Shift in Automatic Transmission on page 9 28 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 into the next higher gear An arrow pointi...

Page 154: ...e following order English Metric Street Mode supports audio and navigation functions with your choice of tachometer settings English Metric Track Mode 1 supports the G Force gauge and minor gauges with a circular tachometer English Metric Track Mode 2 supports G Force gauges boost gauge w ZR1 and minor gauges with a linear tachometer When the desired HUD display has been selected release the MODE ...

Page 155: ...played by pressing and holding the PAGE button The maximum G display will be shown until the PAGE button is released The maximum G value display will be identical to the normal G value display except the maximum G gauge digits X XX G and corresponding G gauge bar will overwrite the current G value English Metric Be sure to continue scanning the displays controls and driving environment just as you...

Page 156: ...UD image in your view The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down not side to side 4 Press the dimmer control downward until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn HUD off press and hold the button until the HUD display turns off If the sun comes out or it becomes cloudy the HUD brightness may need to be adjusted again using the dimmer control Polarized sunglasses could make the HU...

Page 157: ... The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing the RESET button The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has ...

Page 158: ...itions may exist if this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly The message stays on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure See Antilock Brake System ABS on page 9 34 for more information CHANGE BRAKE PADS On vehicles with electronic brake pad wear sensors this message will be displayed when the pads are worn See your dealer for service CHECK BRAKE FLUID...

Page 159: ...ound will be heard if the trunk partition is not in place Open the hatch trunk and make sure the trunk partition is secure and no objects are on the trunk partition See Rear Storage on page 4 1 for more information CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP This message displays and a sound will be heard if the trunk is open while you are trying to operate the convertible top Make sure the trunk is closed before ope...

Page 160: ...eard when the power convertible top button is released before the top open or close operation is complete or if the top is closed without the header latch engaged Press and hold the convertible top button to fully open or close the top and make sure that the header latch is engaged after the top is closed UNLATCH HEADER TO MOVE TOP This message displays and a sound will be heard if you try to lowe...

Page 161: ... trunk is closed completely See Hatch on page 2 10 for more information Engine Cooling System Messages CHECK COOLANT LEVEL This message displays when the engine coolant level is low Have the cooling system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible See Engine Coolant on page 10 29 COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE This message displays and a sound will be heard if the engine coolant exceeds 124 C 255 F If...

Page 162: ...ed strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the A C operation automatically resumes You can continue to drive the vehicle If this message continues to appear have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message displays when t...

Page 163: ...ormance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime the check engine light stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair See Malfunction Indicator Lamp...

Page 164: ...B See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 MAXIMUM NUMBER OF FOBS LEARNED See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 NO FOBS DETECTED This message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter when you have attempted to start the...

Page 165: ...RUN This message displays when the RKE transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you are trying to turn the ignition off The vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing the RKE system to be jammed The vehicle will remain in ACCESSORY until the vehicle is turned off or is restarted or five minutes has expired If you turn the ignition off and you cannot find the RKE transmit...

Page 166: ...ifficult driving conditions You may feel or hear the system working and see the ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in the DIC This message stays on for a few seconds following the active handling event This is normal when the system is operating See Active Handling System on page 9 37 and Braking on page 9 3 ACTIVE HANDLING READY This message displays when the functional check of the Active Handlin...

Page 167: ...this mode is selected In this mode the Traction Control and Active Handling System are available but intended for use on wet race track conditions Adjust your driving accordingly This system is available only on ZR1 models See Performance Traction Management and Launch Control under Competitive Driving Mode on page 9 39 for more information about the use of this mode PERF TRAC 2 DRY ACTIVE HANDLIN...

Page 168: ...e is selected In this mode the Traction Control is available but intended for use on dry race track conditions The Active Handling System is disabled when this mode is selected This mode will require more driver skill than modes 1 3 Adjust your driving accordingly This system is available only on ZR1 models See Performance Traction Management and Launch Control under Competitive Driving Mode on pa...

Page 169: ... to be in their full soft condition the messages SERVICE RIDE CONTROL SHOCKS INOPERATIVE and MAXIMUM SPEED 129 km h 80 MPH will display together See Selective Ride Control on page 9 43 for more information SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM If this message displays when you are driving there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS and the vehicle is in need of service See your dealer When this mess...

Page 170: ...9 36 for more information TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING OFF This message displays the instrument panel cluster light turns on and a sound will be heard when the Traction Control System TCS and Active Handling System are turned off by pressing the Active Handling System button on the console for five seconds The Antilock Brake System ABS remains on with the TCS and Active Handling System off ...

Page 171: ...lt This message displays and a sound will be heard when the ignition is on the driver s safety belt is buckled the passenger s safety belt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled and the vehicle is in motion You should have the passenger buckle their safety belt The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on the vehicle is in motion the driver is buckled the passenger is still unbuckle...

Page 172: ...ating and air conditioning efficiency SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This message displays if an electrical problem has occurred within the Powertrain Control Module PCM Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays and a sound will be heard when there may be an electrical or another system problem with the vehicle Have your vehicle checked by your dealer if this m...

Page 173: ... is corrected LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE WARNING When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed on the Driver Information Center your vehicle s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers The active handling system will be affected See Active Handling System on page 9 37 If you drive too fast you could lose control of your vehicle You or others co...

Page 174: ...tion If the warning comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS See your dealer TIRE FLAT WARNING When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed on the Driver Information Center your vehicle s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers If you drive too fast you could lose control of your vehicle You or others could be injured Do not drive over 55 mph...

Page 175: ...en the engine is being turned off The vehicle will be in ACCESSORY Once the shift lever is moved to P Park the vehicle will turn off The vehicle will remain in ACCESSORY without the 20 minute time out period until the shift lever is moved to P Park or until the driver presses the pushbutton to restart the vehicle See Ignition Positions on page 9 20 for more information TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE...

Page 176: ...de air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions Adjust your driving accordingly OPTIONS UNAVAILABLE This message displays for a few seconds if a RKE transmitter that is not labeled 1 or 2 is used and you try to personalize the features on the vehicle by pressing the OPTION button The personalization system will not recognize the transmitter and the DIC will not display the current ...

Page 177: ...igned to driver 1 The other is assigned to driver 2 The backs of the RKE transmitters are labelled 1 or 2 to correspond to each driver The current driver s preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs The lock or unlock button on the RKE transmitter labelled 1 or 2 is pressed The appropriate memory button 1 or 2 located on the driver door is pressed See Memory Seat Mirrors and Steerin...

Page 178: ...eature The OPTION button is used to move to the next feature 3 Press the OPTION button while the instruction screen is displayed to enter the first personalization menu item 4 Once you have cycled through all of the personal options pressing the OPTION button a final time exits the personal options menu In addition if no button is pressed within 45 seconds the DIC will exit the personal options me...

Page 179: ...llows the driver seat and telescopic steering column if your vehicle has this feature to automatically move to the current driver s exit position when one of the following occurs The vehicle is turned off or in Retained Accessory Power RAP or accessory mode and the driver door is opened The vehicle is turned off or in RAP and the unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed In order for the Aut...

Page 180: ...en all of the following occur You press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter Both of the doors are closed The vehicle is off or in RAP The lamps remain on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 for more information When the mode you want is selected pres...

Page 181: ...UNLOCK appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes YES default NO If you choose YES the front and rear turn signals will flash twice when you press the unlock button or the hatch trunk button on the RKE transmitter If you choose NO this option will turn off When the mode you want is selected press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the ...

Page 182: ...ng normal vehicle exit When the ignition is turned off and all doors become closed the vehicle will determine how many RKE transmitters remain in the vehicle interior If at least one RKE transmitter has been removed from the interior of the vehicle the doors will lock after a short delay For example if there are two RKE transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed the other will be locked in The...

Page 183: ...you to select which doors will automatically unlock when you approach and open the driver door with the RKE transmitter See Door Locks on page 2 8 for more information Press the OPTION button until PASSIVE DOOR UNLOCK appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes DRIVER BOTH default If you choose DRIVER only the driver door will automatically unlock when ...

Page 184: ... etc If your vehicle has the navigation system you will not have the Japanese language mode Press the OPTION button until LANGUAGE appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes ENGLISH default DEUTSCH German FRANCAIS French ITALIANO Italian ESPANOL Spanish If you choose a language that you do not understand press the OPTION and RESET buttons for five seco...

Page 185: ...make a mistake and would like to clear or replace a letter perform the following steps 6 1 Press the RESET button to reach the letter you would like to change 6 2 Press the OPTION button to scroll through the letter choices 6 3 Press the RESET button to select the letter and proceed on to the next space to the right 7 Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the name or greeting you want is complete After the n...

Page 186: ...stem with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist with programming the transmitter Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitte...

Page 187: ...e to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Press START or put the vehicle in accessory mode See Ignition Positions on page 9 20 for additional information Programming can only occur when the vehicle is running or in accessory mode 2 From inside the vehicle press the two outside buttons at the same time for one to two seconds and immediately release them 3 Locate in the garage the garage doo...

Page 188: ...utomation device repeat Steps 1 through 6 choosing a different function button in Step 4 than what was used for the garage door opener If these instructions do not work the garage door opener is probably a Fixed Code unit Follow the programming instructions that follow for a Fixed Code garage door opener Programming Universal Home Remote Fixed Code For questions or help programming the Universal H...

Page 189: ...d 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter The garage door opener receiver motor head unit could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter is different or if the dip switch settings are different use the dip switch settings on the motor head unit to program the...

Page 190: ...e The switch settings written down in Step 3 now become the button strokes to be entered into the Universal Home Remote in Step 5 Be sure to enter the switch settings written down in Step 3 in order from left to right into the Universal Home Remote when completing Step 5 4 From inside the vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to p...

Page 191: ...s The indicator light blinks rapidly until programming is complete 9 Press and release the same button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Fixed Code device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home automation device repeat Steps 1 through 9 choosing a different button in Step 7 than what was used for ...

Page 192: ...ng Code or Fixed Code on the Universal Home Remote device 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights located directly above the buttons begin to blink rapidly 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release both buttons The codes from all buttons are erased For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System call the...

Page 193: ...rn the band with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps The exterior lamp band has four positions O Off Turns off all lamps AUTO Automatic Sets the exterior lamps to automatic mode AUTO mode turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on how much light is available outside the vehicle To override AUTO mode turn the control to off To reset to AUTO mode turn the control to exterior lamps ...

Page 194: ...dicate to the other driver that you intend to pass If the low beam headlamps are off and the fog lamps are on the fog lamps flash Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system makes the front turn signal lamps co...

Page 195: ...S SUGGESTED message in the DIC If the parking lamps or the fog lamps were turned on instead the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will continue to be displayed The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed To turn off the DRL turn the exterior lamp control to the off position or shift into P Park The DRL will stay off until the control is toggled again or the vehicle is shifted out of P Pa...

Page 196: ... Vehicle Personalization on page 5 55 The regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flashers warn others that you have a problem The button is located near the center of the instrument panel Press to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press again to turn the flashers off The hazard warning flashers work no matter what...

Page 197: ...r better vision in foggy or misty conditions The fog lamps control is located on the multifunction lever next to the exterior lamp control Fog Lamps Turning the band to this position will turn the fog lamps on When you turn the fog lamps on the fog lamp light will appear on the instrument panel cluster to indicate that the fog lamps and the parking lamps are on If you turn the high beam headlamps ...

Page 198: ...or lamps will go on unless it is bright outside You can also turn the courtesy lamps on and off by pressing the instrument panel brightness knob Reading Lamps The inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps The lamps will go on when a door is opened When the doors are closed press each lamp switch to turn them on individually Lighting Features Entry Exit Lighting With entry lighting the inte...

Page 199: ...er about 10 minutes To reset it all of the above lamps must be turned off or the ignition key on Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been left on the exterior lamps will turn off as soon as the ignition is turned off or Retained Accessory Power RAP is active This protects against draining the battery in case you have accidentally left the headlamps or park...

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Page 201: ...u or others Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving do the following while the vehicle is parked Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system Set up the tone speaker adjustments and preset radio stations For more information see...

Page 202: ...e Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate and LOCKED displays if the radio is stolen or moved to a different vehicle When the when the ignition is in the off position a blinking red light on the upper left side of the radio indicates that TheftLock is armed Operation Single CD Radio Shown Six Disc CD Radio Similar The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system An indicator li...

Page 203: ...etrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY or Channel Number Channel Name Audio Settings Press and hold O e when no tone or speaker control is displayed to adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position AUDIO SETTINGS CENTERED displays Adjusting the Tone Bass Treble O e Bass Treble To adjust the bass or tre...

Page 204: ...nd treble settings AUTO n Automatic Volume Automatic volume automatically adjusts the audio system to make up for road and wind noise by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases For vehicles without the Bose sound system 1 Set the volume at the desired level 2 Press AUTO n to select AUTO VOLUME MIN minimum AUTO VOLUME MED medium or AUTO VOLUME MAX maximum Each higher setting provides more ...

Page 205: ...adio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information The station name or call letters display while the radio is tuned to an RDS station This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and works only when the information is available In rare cases a radio station can broadcast incorrect information that causes the rad...

Page 206: ...oup of words displays after every press of the button Once the complete message has displayed INFO disappears from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing this button The last message is displayed until a new message is received or the radio is tuned to a different station NO INFO displays when a message is not available from a station TRAF T...

Page 207: ... the next preset station Press or again or press one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio only scans stations with a strong signal 1 6 Preset Pushbuttons Press to play stations that are programmed to the radio preset pushbuttons Storing Radio Stations Drivers are encouraged to store radio station while the vehicle is parked See Defensive Driving on page 9 2 Tune to stored radio st...

Page 208: ... hold t or u for two seconds until FREQUENCY SCAN displays The radio goes to a channel plays for a few seconds then goes on to the next station Press t or u again to stop scanning To scan preset stations Press and hold t or u for four seconds until PRESET SCAN displays The radio goes to the next preset station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next preset station Press t or u again or press...

Page 209: ... be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons To set presets 1 Tune to a channel 2 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 3 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until the radio beeps once 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked by calling 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and 1 877 438 9677 in Canad...

Page 210: ...viced check with your dealer Radio ID If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there may be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Chk XMRcvr If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver may have a fault Consu...

Page 211: ... of static while listening to the radio If static is received while listening to the radio unplug the cellular phone and turn it off Diversity Antenna System The AM FM antenna is a hidden self tuning system It optimizes the AM and FM signals relative to the vehicle s position and radio station source No maintenance or adjustments are needed Satellite Radio Antenna For vehicles with XM Satellite Ra...

Page 212: ...n is turned off When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source Loading a CD Single CD Radio Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up until the player pulls the CD in The CD begins playing automatically The CD symbol displays when a CD is inserted and the track number displays when each new track starts to play Six Di...

Page 213: ...g To scan all loaded CDs press and hold either arrow for more than four seconds until SCAN displays and a beep sounds Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of the first track of each loaded CD Press either arrow again to stop scanning AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press to select the equalization setting while playing a CD The equalization is stored when a CD is played For more information on ...

Page 214: ...s RPT until REPEAT OFF displays to turn off repeat RDM Random Press to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD or all of the loaded CDs Single CD Radio Press and release RDM until RANDOM DISC PLAY displays Press and release RDM until RANDOM OFF displays to turn off random play Six Disc CD Radio Press and release RDM until RANDOM DISC PLAY displays to play the tracks on one...

Page 215: ...our seconds One beep sounds and SONGLIST EMPTY displays to confirm that the song list has been deleted If a CD is ejected and the song list contains saved tracks from that CD those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the list To end song list mode press R One beep sounds and S LIST is removed from the display MP3 Fo...

Page 216: ...f the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD R in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD R starts to play where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source As each new track starts to play the track number displays Order of Play Tracks are played sequentially in the following order 1 Playlists 2 Files contained in the root directory 3 Files cont...

Page 217: ...t side of the faceplate This is not an audio output do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack An external audio device can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P Park See Defensive Driving on page 9 2 Connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the radio s fr...

Page 218: ...book or contact list See Voice Pass Thru in this section for more information See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section for more information WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment navigation system Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or de...

Page 219: ... to answer incoming calls to confirm system information and to start speech recognition c Phone On Hook Press to end a call reject a call or cancel an operation Pairing A Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetoot...

Page 220: ...nected Phones later in this section for more information 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle the system responds with is connected after that phone name 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say List Deleting a Paired Pho...

Page 221: ...e tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Turn by Turn Destinations Directory Using the Store Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Store 3 Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number ...

Page 222: ... Calls can be made using the following commands Dial or Call The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag Digit Dial This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time Re dial This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone Using the Dial or Call Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 ...

Page 223: ...oming call is received the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle Press b g to answer the call Press i to ignore a call Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier Press b g to answer an incoming call when another call is active The original call is placed on hold Press b g again to return to the original call To ign...

Page 224: ... the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g 2 Say Transfer Call To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone press b g The audio transfers to the vehicle If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for more information Voice Pass Thru Voice pass t...

Page 225: ...name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information For information on how to delete this information see the previous sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers Other Information The Bluetooth word ...

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Page 227: ...s 8 6 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 7 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled A Driver Temperature Controls B Display C Passenger Temperature Control D AUTO E Recirculation F Air Conditioning G Fan Control H Air Delivery Mode Control I Defrost J Rear Window Defogger ...

Page 228: ...re as quickly as possible The AUTO control system works best with the windows up and the removable roof installed or the convertible top up 1 Press the AUTO button 2 Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting between 16 C 60 F and 32 C 90 F Choosing the coldest or warmest temperature setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster A setting of 23 C 73 F is suggested In cold weath...

Page 229: ...ow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting the passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced For more information see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 7 N Air Delivery Mode Control Press this button to manually lock in the current air delivery setting and to stop the automatic mode control Pressing N deletes AUTO from the digital display and the mode graphics wi...

Page 230: ...AUTO to return to automatic operation When in AUTO the air conditioning compressor comes on automatically as needed Air conditioning does not operate at temperatures below about 2 C to 4 C 35 F to 40 F In temperatures above 4 C 40 F 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 You may notice a...

Page 231: ...n speed and air delivery system The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun The recirculation mode will also be activated as necessary Do not cover the solar sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield or the system will not work properly There is also a sensor located behind the front bumper This sensor reads the outside air temperatur...

Page 232: ... from the surface of the mirrors when the rear window defogger button is pressed For vehicles with a power convertible top the rear window defogger and heated mirrors are automatically disabled when the power convertible top is moving or down Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not be covered by ...

Page 233: ... compartment air filter in place can cause water and small particles like paper and leaves to be pulled into your climate control system which may cause damage to it Make sure you always replace the old filter with a new one The passenger compartment air filter is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 To check or repl...

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Page 235: ... 25 Parking Manual Transmission 9 26 Parking Over Things That Burn 9 26 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 26 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 27 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 28 Manual Mode 9 29 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 32 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 34 Parking Brake 9 35 Brake Assist 9 36 Ride Control Systems Traction Control System TCS 9 36 Active Handli...

Page 236: ...Drunk Driving WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death...

Page 237: ...he vehicle See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 36 and Active Handling System on page 9 37 Adding non dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 4 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 21 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time...

Page 238: ...aking system This brake system is designed for superior fade resistance and consistent operation using high performance brake pads Brake noise and brake dust are normal and do not affect system performance Adding non dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 4 Steering Power Steering If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or t...

Page 239: ...a 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 holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel on...

Page 240: ...d too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin If the 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 the vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it ...

Page 241: ...ows the proper operating range ZO6 ZR1 and Grand Sport Only For racing or competitive driving it is recommended that the brake fluid be replaced with a high performance brake fluid that has a dry boiling point greater than 279 C 534 F After conversion to the high performance brake fluid follow the brake fluid service recommendations outlined by the fluid manufacturer Do not use silicone or DOT 5 b...

Page 242: ...e procedure is complete the brake pads may appear white at the rotor contact Street High Performance Brake Burnishing Procedure Run this procedure in a safe manner and in compliance with all local and state ordinances laws regarding motor vehicle operation Run this procedure only on dry pavement 1 From a stop accelerate as rapidly as possible without activating traction control to a speed of 97 kp...

Page 243: ...f driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Continued WARNING Co...

Page 244: ...cle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills WARNING If you do not shift down the b...

Page 245: ...ing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick so there is even less traction Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even ...

Page 246: ...ow Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Adjust the climate control syste...

Page 247: ...e the rocking method WARNING If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compartment fire or other damage Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55 km h 35 mph For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 10 80 Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Turn th...

Page 248: ...vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label ...

Page 249: ...placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available...

Page 250: ...1 68 kg 150 lbs C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 2 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 181 kg 400 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 45 kg 100 lbs Example 3 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 181 kg 400 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 181 kg 400 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs ...

Page 251: ... the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle Do not load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the Continu...

Page 252: ... like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Follow these recommended guidelines during the first 2 414 km 1 500 miles of driving this vehicle Parts have a break in period and performa...

Page 253: ...very refueling and add if necessary Oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal during the first 2 414 km 1 500 miles Front Air Dam The vehicle is equipped with a front air dam which has minimal ground clearance Vehicles with the ZR1 package or ZO6 vehicles with RPO ULZ also come with a splitter made from carbon fiber WARNING ZR1s and ZO6s with RPO ULZ contain parts made from carbon fiber W...

Page 254: ...ENGINE OFF ACCESSORY When the vehicle is stopped with the engine on press the button once to turn the engine off Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags In an emergency if the vehicle must be shut off while driving 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly...

Page 255: ...lace the vehicle in accessory mode ACCESSORY MODE ON will display on the Driver Information Center DIC This mode allows you to use things like the radio and the power windows while the engine is off Use accessory mode if you must have the vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if the vehicle is being pushed or towed After being in accessory mode for about 10 minutes the vehicle will...

Page 256: ...lays FOB BATTERY LOW You can still drive the vehicle See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 for more information If the fob battery is dead you need to insert the fob into the fob slot to enable engine starting See NO FOBS DETECTED under Key and Lock Messages on page 5 42 3 Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and tran...

Page 257: ... the engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Stopping the Engine If the vehicle has an automatic transmission move the shift lever to P Park and press and hold the Acc Off Accessory button located on the instrument panel until the engine shuts off If the shift lever is not in P Park the engine shuts off and the vehicle goes into the acces...

Page 258: ...own and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 35 for more information 2 Move the shift lever into P Park by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Press the Acc button ignition switch to turn the engine off Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running Automatic Transmission WARNING It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle w...

Page 259: ...ou may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver seat To find out how see Shifting Into P Park previously in this section When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of P Park before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur yo...

Page 260: ...nto R Reverse and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed into R Reverse with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition off and release the clutch Parking Over Things That Burn WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust WARNING E...

Page 261: ...oor ventilation is dangerous Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation For more information see Engine Exhaust on page 9 26 WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shi...

Page 262: ...t lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply the brakes and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from P Park when the vehicle is running If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake applic...

Page 263: ... transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding See Skidding under Loss of Control on page 9 6 S Sport Mode When in S Sport Mode the transmission will work as an automatic until you use the Manual Paddle Shift Controls which activates driver manual gear selection See Manual Mode on page 9 29 While in S Sport Mode the transmission will have more noticeable upshifts for sportier v...

Page 264: ...s The transmission will select 2 Second gear as the vehicle stops From a stop the vehicle will start from and hold 2 Second gear unless the driver manually paddle shifts into a different gear or selects D Drive The driver can select 1 First gear for maximum acceleration from a stop When using the Manual Paddle Shift feature while in S Sport Mode the current gear will be displayed in the Driver Inf...

Page 265: ...annot be done above certain speeds The maximum speed allowed for downshifting of gears 1 First through 4 Fourth are Into 4 Fourth gear over 250 km h 155 mph Into 3 Third gear over 188 km h 117 mph Into 2 Second gear over 120 km h 75 mph Into 1 First gear over 68 km h 42 mph For vehicles with a 2 73 1 Axle Ratio RPO GU2 Up shifts to 4 Fourth gear require approximately 31 km h 19 mph Up shifts to 5 ...

Page 266: ...Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth 5 Fifth and 6 Sixth the same way you do for 2 Second Slowly let up 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 the engine The...

Page 267: ...2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 All Engines 24 15 40 25 64 40 72 45 80 50 If the 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 shifting gears do not move the shift lever around unnecessarily This may damage ...

Page 268: ...ing from 6 Sixth to 5 Fifth The spring will try to pull the shift lever toward 4 Fourth and 3 Third Make sure you move the lever into 2 Second or 5 Fifth If you let the shift lever move in the direction of the pulling you may end up shifting from 1 First to 4 Fourth or from 6 Sixth to 3 Third If the driver does not upshift as the engine speed approaches fuel shut off RPM the engine speed will be l...

Page 269: ... the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even with ABS Using ABS Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work You might hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate but this is normal Braking in Emergencies ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies stee...

Page 270: ...Traction Control System TCS The vehicle has a Traction Control System 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 throttle and managing engine spark to limit...

Page 271: ...n the drive wheels do not have traction Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered See the warranty book for additional information Adding non dealer accessories can affect the vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 4 for more information Active Handling System The Active Handling System is a computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain direction...

Page 272: ... Handling button on the console until TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM OFF is displayed The system can be turned back on at any time by pressing the button The DIC will display the appropriate message when the button is pushed If the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system detects a flat tire and the Driver Information Center DIC displays TIRE FLAT or if the TPM system is malfunctioning and the...

Page 273: ... and do not have traction This may cause damage to the transmission Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered by the vehicle warranty See the warranty book for additional information Competitive Driving Mode Except ZR1 Competitive Driving Mode allows full engine power while the Active Handling System helps maintain directional control of the vehicle by selective brake application In th...

Page 274: ...tton on the console quickly two times PERF TRAC 1 WET ACTIVE HANDLING ON displays in the DIC To experience the performance benefit of this system after entering a curve and at the point where the driver would normally start to increase acceleration the accelerator pedal can be fully pressed The Performance Traction Management system will modify the level of engine power for a smooth and consistent...

Page 275: ...y conditions only Requires more driving skill than mode 2 Active Handling is on and more engine power is available than in mode 2 PERF TRAC 4 SPORT ACTIVE HANDLING OFF For use by drivers who are familiar with the track Dry conditions only Requires more driving skill than modes 2 or 3 Active Handling is off and available engine power is the same as mode 3 PERF TRAC 5 RACE ACTIVE HANDLING OFF For us...

Page 276: ...ht comes on the instrument panel and the appropriate DIC message displays The vehicle is not moving The steering wheel is pointing straight The clutch is pressed and the vehicle is in first gear The accelerator pedal is rapidly applied to wide open throttle The Launch Control feature will initially limit engine speed as the driver rapidly applies the accelerator pedal to wide open throttle A smoot...

Page 277: ...ted on the center console Turn it to select the suspension of your choice TOUR Use for normal city and highway driving This setting provides a smooth soft ride SPORT Use where road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions The setting can be changed at any time Based on road conditions steering wheel angle and the vehic...

Page 278: ...he system automatically adjusts to provide the best handling while providing a smooth ride The Tour and Sport modes will feel similar on a smooth road Select a new setting whenever driving conditions change The Selective Ride knob will not display the Tour or Sport setting when the Performance Traction Management mode is selected When this mode is selected turning the Selective Ride knob will chan...

Page 279: ...d has the Traction Control System TCS and it begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control automatically disengages See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 36 When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used again it can be turned back on The vehicle has cruise control 9 Off Turns the system off R On Turns the system on Resume Accelerate Makes the vehicle accelerate or resume a pr...

Page 280: ...tor pedal to get to the higher speed Press J at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds cruise control will turn off Move the cruise switch from R to S Hold it there until desired speed is reached and then release the switch To increase the vehicle speed in small amounts move the switch briefly to S Each time th...

Page 281: ...eing used cruise control operates in the same manner as D Drive When the vehicle is in S Sport and the manual paddle shift controls are being used cruise control operates as follows If cruise control is active and a gear is selected with the manual paddle shift controls the vehicle speed is maintained in the driver selected gear and will not automatically up shift or down shift the transmission wh...

Page 282: ...mory by moving the switch to 9 or if the ignition is turned off Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency stan...

Page 283: ...ne VIN Code E use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher For best performance use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 93 In an emergency you can use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher If 87 octane fuel is used do not perform any aggressive driving maneuvers such as wide open throttle applications You might also hear a...

Page 284: ...r fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty To check the fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that he...

Page 285: ...er E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels Notice This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty Some gasolines...

Page 286: ...ing the vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver side of th...

Page 287: ...n hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 87 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it click...

Page 288: ...ndicator Lamp on page 5 18 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense fuel only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a ve...

Page 289: ...ler first Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see S...

Page 290: ...Black plate 56 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 9 56 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES ...

Page 291: ...ilter 10 24 Cooling System Engine 10 28 Cooling System Intercooler 10 29 Engine Coolant 10 29 Engine Overheating 10 34 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 10 35 Power Steering Fluid 10 36 Washer Fluid 10 37 Brakes 10 38 Brake Fluid 10 41 Battery 10 43 Rear Axle 10 44 Starter Switch Check 10 44 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 45 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Ch...

Page 292: ...ons 10 63 Tire Pressure 10 66 Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation 10 67 Tire Pressure Monitor System 10 68 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 10 69 Tire Inspection 10 72 Tire Rotation 10 72 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 72 Buying New Tires 10 73 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 75 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 76 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 77 Wheel Replacement 10 78 Tire Chains 10 ...

Page 293: ...nown to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems many fluids and some component wear by products contain and or emit these chemicals California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of automotive applications such as airbag initiators seat belt pretensioners and lithium batteries contained in Remote Keyles...

Page 294: ...ehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize the vehicle us...

Page 295: ...be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle or the vehicle may fall and cause you or others injury If you ever use a jack to lift your vehicle follow the instructions that came with the jack and be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid damaging your vehicle ...

Page 296: ...oints can be accessed from either side of your vehicle behind the front tires 1 Locate the front lifting points A 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 B ...

Page 297: ... vehicle on either the driver s or passenger s side 1 Locate the rear lifting points A 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 B For more information see Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10 8 ...

Page 298: ...fasteners Metric and English fasteners can be easily confused If the wrong fasteners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 15 This vehicle ...

Page 299: ... lever with this symbol on it It is located inside the vehicle below the instrument panel on the driver 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 300: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 10 10 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6 2 L LS3 V8 Engine Without dry sump engine oil tank ...

Page 301: ...n page 10 29 E Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 24 F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 36 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Brake Fluid on page 10 41 H Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 15 I Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 52 J Passenger Compartment Air Filter Out of View See Passenger Compartm...

Page 302: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 10 12 Vehicle Care 6 2 L LS9 V8 Engine ...

Page 303: ... Reservoir If Equipped See Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 24 G Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 10 38 H Passenger Compartment Air Filter Out of View See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 7 I Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 15 J Dry Sump Engine Oil Tank See Changing Engine Oil and Filter Brake Fluid on page 10 41 K Engine Oi...

Page 304: ...Black plate 14 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 10 14 Vehicle Care 6 2 L LS3 V8 Engine With dry sump engine oil tank or 7 0 L LS7 V8 Engine ...

Page 305: ...oir See Brake Fluid under Brake Fluid on page 10 41 K Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 24 If the vehicle has the 6 2 L LS3 V8 engine with the manual transmission with the dry sump engine oil tank or the 7 0 L LS7 V8 engine and you are facing the driver side of the vehicle Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life careful attention must be paid to ...

Page 306: ...ngine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential 1 If the engine has been running recently turn off the engine and allow several minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan Checking the oil level too soon after engine shutoff will not provide an accurate oil level reading 2 Pull the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Rem...

Page 307: ...k the engine oil level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop The dipstick is located on the dry sump engine oil tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 for the location of the dry sump engine oil tank These vehicles have a racetrack ready dry sump engine lubrication system This high perfo...

Page 308: ...ll the way in until it stops 5 Remove the dipstick from the oil tank and read the level on the cross hatched area Oil levels that fall in the cross hatched area are normal When to Add Engine Oil ZO6 ZR1 and Grand Sport If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil through the oil fill cap opening in the oil tank and then recheck the level...

Page 309: ... filter ZO6 Shown ZR1 and Grand Sport Similar A Engine Oil Drain Plugs B Seals 1 Remove the two engine oil drain plugs from the bottom of the engine oil pan One drain plug drains the external oil tank via the oil transfer supply line The other drain plug drains residual oil from the crankcase sump Allow the oil to drain 2 Once the oil has been drained from the engine remove the engine oil filter a...

Page 310: ... to the dexos specification or an equivalent engine oil of the appropriate viscosity grade Engine oils approved to the dexos specification will show the dexos symbol on the container Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty If you are unsure whether the oil is approved to the dexos specification ask your service provide...

Page 311: ... that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water ...

Page 312: ...on as possible within the next 1 000 km 600 mi It is possible that if driving under the best conditions the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is not necessary for up to a year The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system It is also impor...

Page 313: ... be found in the service manual To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 15 Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 Change the fluid and filter at the inte...

Page 314: ...d reservoir to make sure the fluid level is at the MIN minimum line on the side of the reservoir The hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10...

Page 315: ...he filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 1 Open the hood See Hood on page 10 9 6 2 L V8 Engine LS3 Shown 6 2 L V8 ...

Page 316: ...he bottom of the mass air flow sensor connector A 5 Press on the top and bottom of the mass air flow sensor connector A and remove 6 2 L V8 Engine LS3 6 2 L V8 Engine LS9 Shown 7 0 L V8 Engine LS7 Similar 6 To access the air filter element gently pull the air cleaner assembly upward until the fasteners are released from the retainer pins in the upper radiator support The LS3 engine has three retai...

Page 317: ...cover and the air filter are one piece 8 Inspect or replace the filter or filter cover assembly See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 8 9 Reverse Steps 2 through 7 to replace the air cleaner filter cover WARNING Operating 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 helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use...

Page 318: ...WARNING Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Continued WARNING Continued Do not run the engine if there is a leak 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 Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature...

Page 319: ... and intercooler are no longer hot 2 Place a cloth to absorb possible coolant loss under the driver s side bleeder valve A 3 Loosen but do not completely unscrew the bleeder valve to check for coolant in the system 4 Tighten the bleeder valve if there is coolant flowing out of the bleeder valve 5 If there is no coolant flowing out of the bleeder valve there could be a leak in the system Tighten th...

Page 320: ...ction up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other pa...

Page 321: ...recovery tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done See Engine Coolant on page 10 29 for more information The engine coolant surge tank is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 for more information on location When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark on ...

Page 322: ...ut 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 If coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture directly to the surge tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done 1 When the cooling system ...

Page 323: ... 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 stabilizes at the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank 5 Replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated Check the level in the surge tank when the system has cooled down If the coolant is not at the proper level repeat Steps 1 through...

Page 324: ...he engine and have the vehicle serviced Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If the engine catches fire while driving with no coolant the vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle ...

Page 325: ...ture overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam ...

Page 326: ...id unless there is a leak suspected in the system or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid 1 Turn the ignition off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a...

Page 327: ...use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the s...

Page 328: ...s heard have the vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Wear ZR1 and ZO6 Only The ZR1 and ZO6 mode...

Page 329: ...s on page 5 36 Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Rotor Wear ZR1 and ZO6 models have ceramic brake rotors Rotors should be visually inspected whenever the brake pads are replaced Rotors also need to ...

Page 330: ...ly follow wheel removal and installation instructions A rotor protector should always be installed before any wheel removal The protector can be installed by feeding it through the wheel spokes and slipping it over the outer edge of the rotor Leave the protector in place over the rotor edge until the wheel is re installed Rotor protectors are available through your dealer Brake Pedal Travel See yo...

Page 331: ...pected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear...

Page 332: ... brake fluid reservoir See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 The fluid level should be above the MIN mark on the reservoir If it is not have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level is between the MIN and MAX marks What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluid...

Page 333: ...lications Ordering Information on page 13 15 DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 10 ...

Page 334: ...d lubricant Starter Switch Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 9 35 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine imm...

Page 335: ...oves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check WARNING When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill w...

Page 336: ...er blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield To remove the wiper blade assembly 1 Open the hood to gain access to the windshield wipers 2 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 3 P...

Page 337: ...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 Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 4 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield Installation guide A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation Windshield Replacement The winds...

Page 338: ...acement Bulbs on page 10 50 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs WARNING Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting WARNING The low beam high intensity discharge ligh...

Page 339: ...rn signal bulb 1 Turn the wheel to allow access to the wheel well 2 Remove the three outer fasteners to move the access panel back 3 Remove the outer cover to expose the high beam headlamp bulb socket 4 Remove the headlamp bulb by releasing the outer tabs from the socket 5 Remove the front parking turn signal bulb by turning the bulb socket counterclockwise 6 Replace the high beam headlamp bulb wi...

Page 340: ...embly with the tabs in the vehicle then slide it in 7 Replace the screw at the top of the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Front Parking Turn Signal 5702KA Headlamp High Beam Lamp H9 Sidemarker Lamp 194LL W3W Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp 3047K For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses ...

Page 341: ...amage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice be sure to get it fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of J Case fuses mini fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by ...

Page 342: ...artment Overview on page 10 10 for more information on location Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component For ZR1 models the Fuel System fuse is located at the battery The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuse Usage 1 Transmission Control Module Transmission 2 Horn Al...

Page 343: ...rake System Fuse Usage 12 Odd Numbered Fuel Injectors 13 Electronic Suspension Control Option 14 Canister Purge Solenoid Mass Air Flow Sensor 15 Air Conditioner Compressor 16 Even Numbered Fuel Injectors 17 Windshield Washer 18 Headlamp Washer 19 Passenger Side Low Beam Headlamp Fuse Usage 20 Fuel Pump except ZR1 21 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 22 Front Fog Lamp 23 Passenger Side High Beam Headla...

Page 344: ...34 Horn 35 Air Conditioning Compressor 36 Windshield Washer Micro Relays Usage 37 Parking Lamps Foglamps 38 Front Fog Lamp 39 High Beam Headlamp 46 Headlamp Washer 55 Fuel Pump except ZR1 Mini Relays Usage 40 Rear Defog 41 Windshield Wiper High Low 42 Windshield Wiper Run Accessory 43 Crank 44 Powertrain Ignition 1 Mini Relays Usage 45 Windshield Wiper On Off 47 Low Beam Headlamp Spare Fuses Usage...

Page 345: ...e board covering to access the fuse block by pulling at the top of each corner of the panel Open the fuse block cover to access the fuses You can remove fuses using the fuse puller The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage BCK UP LAMP Back up Lamps BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used Fuses Usage BTSI SOL STR WHL LCK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Ste...

Page 346: ...itioning Power Sounder IGN SWTCH INTR SNSR Ignition Switch Intrusion Sensor ISRVM HVAC Electric Inside Rearview Mirror Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning ONSTAR OnStar if equipped RDO S BAND Radio S Band REAR FOG ALDL TOP SWTCH Rear Fog Lamp Assembly Line Diagnostic Link Connector Convertible Top Switch Fuses Usage REVERSE LAMPS Reverse Lamps RUN CRNK Run Crank Relay SDM AOS SWTCH AIRBAG Sensing...

Page 347: ...ease TRUNK RELSE Trunk Release Fuses Usage AUX PWR Auxiliary Power BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used DRVR HTD SEAT Driver Heated Seat LTR Cigarette Lighter PASS HTD SEAT Passenger Heated Seat Fuses Usage PWR SEATS MSM Power Seats Memory Seat Module PWR WNDWS TRUNK FUEL RELSE Power Windows Trunk Fuel Door Release TRUNK RELSE Tru...

Page 348: ...rash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn or old tires can cause a crash If the tread is badly worn replace them Replace any tires ...

Page 349: ...he original equipment tires may not be available for H V W Y and ZR speed rated tires If winter tires with a lower speed rating are chosen never exceed the tire s maximum speed capability Run Flat Tires This vehicle when new had run flat tires There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire in the vehicle Run flat tires perform so well without any air that a Tire Pre...

Page 350: ...M or run flat servicing facility call Roadside Assistance For phone numbers and Roadside Service details see Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13 8 or Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 10 The valve stems on your run flat tires have sensors that are part of the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 68 These sensors contain batteri...

Page 351: ...tire is molded into its sidewall The examples show a typical passenger tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example A Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more detail B TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specific...

Page 352: ...nd the maximum pressure needed to support that load Tire Designations Tire Size The following is an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size A Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association B Tire Width The thr...

Page 353: ...atic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias P...

Page 354: ...ed on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation ...

Page 355: ...ndicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 72 UT...

Page 356: ...erloading and over heating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air can result in Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards The Tire and Loading Information Label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures The ...

Page 357: ...the tire pressure with the tire gauge Return the valve caps on the valve stems to keep out dirt and moisture and prevent leaks Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation WARNING Driving at high speeds 160 km h 100 mph or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure Continued WARNING Continued You could have a cr...

Page 358: ...mit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure lab...

Page 359: ...stallation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 69 for additional infor...

Page 360: ...n turn off as the vehicle is driven This could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 14 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label ...

Page 361: ...ing process is performed successfully See your dealer for service Replacement tires or wheels do not match the original equipment tires or wheels Tires and wheels other than those recommended could prevent the TPMS from functioning properly See Buying New Tires on page 10 73 Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS ...

Page 362: ...t or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation The tires on your vehicle are different sizes front to rear Due to this the tires should not be rotated Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in When It Is Time...

Page 363: ...d vehicle Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool dry clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or rais...

Page 364: ...dling performance of your vehicle See Tire Inspection on page 10 72 and Tire Rotation on page 10 72 WARNING Tires could explode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original equipment tires may not be available f...

Page 365: ... equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 14 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires vehicle performance including its braking ride and handlin...

Page 366: ...ominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Add...

Page 367: ...and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tir...

Page 368: ...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 WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts ...

Page 369: ...r use oil or grease on studs or the threads of the wheel nuts If you do the wheel nuts might come loose and the wheel could fall off causing a crash WARNING 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...

Page 370: ...ns To help avoid damage to the vehicle drive slowly re adjust or remove the device if it is contacting the vehicle and do not spin the wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving especially if you maintain the tires properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak...

Page 371: ...sure so you will not need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat tire You can just keep on driving The shorter the distance you drive and the slower the speed the greater the chance that the run flat tire will not have to be replaced Run flat tires perform so well without any air that a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS is used to alert you if a tire has lost pressure See Run Flat Tires ...

Page 372: ...eck the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If t...

Page 373: ...ive terminal A and a remote negative terminal B as shown in the illustration which should be used to jump start your vehicle The remote positive terminal A can be accessed by opening the cover of the engine compartment fuse block The remote negative terminal B is located underneath the engine cover below the engine oil fill cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 10 for the location of the ...

Page 374: ...ation 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 to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a sho...

Page 375: ...urpose 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 will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect...

Page 376: ...for more information Towing Towing the Vehicle Notice To avoid damage the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground Care must be taken with vehicles that have low ground clearance and or special equipment Always flatbed on a car carrier Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed See Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canad...

Page 377: ...aning products can be obtained from your dealer Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cot...

Page 378: ...n damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To help keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged o...

Page 379: ...ires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop ...

Page 380: ...e the springs The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use only approved cleaners when cleaning your vehicle s fiberglass springs Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark...

Page 381: ...solvents that may become concentrated in the breathing space Before using cleaners read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Products that remove odors from the upholstery and clean the glass can be obtained...

Page 382: ...nt free clean white cloth with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 4 Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution and repeat...

Page 383: ...r available that provides superior cleaning performance when used regularly on finished automotive leathers Allow the leather to dry naturally Do not use heat steam spot lifters or spot removers or shoe polish on leather Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of the leather and are not recommended D...

Page 384: ...ficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Notice Air fresheners contain solvents that may cause damage to plastics and painted surfaces Follow the manufacturer s instructions when using air fresheners in the vehicle If air freshener comes in contact with paint or a plastic surface blot immediately with a soft cloth Damage caused by using air fresheners would not be covered by t...

Page 385: ...hased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interefere with the accelerator or brake pedal Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The driver side floor...

Page 386: ...Black plate 96 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 10 96 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES ...

Page 387: ...hicle owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel economy and reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality Because of all the different ways people use vehicles maintenance needs vary The vehicle might need more frequent...

Page 388: ...ipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics The proper replacement parts fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 8 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Engine Oil Message Displays Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 10 15 An Emiss...

Page 389: ...aminated See Exterior Care on page 10 87 Worn or damaged wiper blade replacement See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 46 Tire inflation pressures check See Tire Pressure on page 10 66 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 72 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs first A leak in any system must be repaired and the fluid level checked Engine air cleaner filter ...

Page 390: ...eck for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Underbody flushing service Hood Decklid Liftgate Liftglass Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas strut if equipped for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the gas strut Contact your dealer if service is required Once Every Two Years Clutch hydraulic system drain flush and refill Service at a regular se...

Page 391: ...he California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km 100 00...

Page 392: ... that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 15 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 29 ZR1 Only Intercooler System 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 29 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid...

Page 393: ...ion Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Rear Axle Limited Slip Differential DEXRON LS Gear Oil See Rear Axle on page 10 44 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and D...

Page 394: ...5776148 A3077C 6 2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine 25940997 A3107C Engine Oil Filter 6 2L LS3 V8 Engine 89017524 PF48 6 2L LS3 V8 Engine with Z52 Dry Sump Oil System 12626224 UPF 48R 6 2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine 12626224 UPF 48R 7 0L LS7 V8 Engine 12626224 UPF 48R Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 15848592 CF139 Spark Plug 6 2L LS3 V8 Engine 12621258 41 110 6 2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine 12...

Page 395: ... Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 396: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 11 10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 397: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 398: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 399: ...indshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle s engine code Se...

Page 400: ...ir Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 6 2L LS3 V8 Engine 11 3 L 11 9 qt 6 2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine Cooling System 12 0 L 12 7 qt 6 2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine Supercharger Intercooler Cooling System 4 9 L 5 2 qt 7 0L LS7 V8 Engine 11 3 L ...

Page 401: ...ransmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Pan Removal and Filter Replacement 6 2 L 6 5 qt Manual Transmission Base 3 5 L 3 6 qt Manual Transmission Z16 4 0 L 4 2 qt Manual Transmission ZO6 4 3 L 4 5 qt Manual Transmission ZR1 4 3 L 4 5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid l...

Page 402: ...nical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order 6 2L LS3 V8 W Automatic Manual 1 016 mm 0 040 in 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 6 2L LS9 V8 T Manual 1 016 mm 0 040 in 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 7 0L LS7 V8 E Manual 1 016 mm 0 040 in 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 ...

Page 403: ...ue Displacement Compression Ratio 6 2L LS3 V8 without option NPP 430 5900 rpm 424 lb ft 4600 rpm 6 2L 10 69 1 6 2L LS3 V8 with option NPP 436 5900 rpm 428 lb ft 4600 rpm 6 2L 10 69 1 6 2L LS9 V8 Supercharged 638 6500 rpm 604 lb ft 3800 rpm 6 2L 9 10 1 7 0L LS7 V8 505 6300 rpm 470 lb ft 4800 rpm 7 0L 11 00 1 ...

Page 404: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 12 6 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 2L LS3 V8 7 0L LS7 V8 Engines 6 2L LS9 V8 Engine ...

Page 405: ...ty Defects to the Canadian Government 13 16 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 17 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 17 Event Data Recorders 13 17 OnStar 13 18 Navigation System 13 18 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 19 Radio Frequency Statement 13 19 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure U S and Canada Your satisfaction and goo...

Page 406: ...ith your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretati...

Page 407: ...me you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in about 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Communication ...

Page 408: ...e to the dealer service agent service manager dealer sales agent or sales manager depending on your case Make sure that they have all necessary information They are interested in your continual satisfaction STEP TWO If you are not satisfied please contact the general manager or the dealership owner to ask for their help If they are not able to resolve your case ask them to contact the right people...

Page 409: ...4 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 www gm ca 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Excep...

Page 410: ...mpaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user in the U S can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Online Owner Center Chevrolet Owner Center U S www chevyownercenter com Information and services customized for your specific vehicle all in one convenient place ...

Page 411: ...details such as address and phone number for each of your preferred GM dealers My Driveway Access quick links to parts and service estimates check trade in values or schedule a service appointment by adding the vehicles you own to your driveway profile My Preferences Manage your profile and use tools and forms with greater ease To sign up visit the My GM ca section within www gm ca GM Mobility Rei...

Page 412: ...odel year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided up to 5 years 160 000 km 100 000 mi whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadsid...

Page 413: ...and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fines Mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Towing or services for veh...

Page 414: ...days of the year For detailed information about Roadside Assistance please see the brochure provided with your new vehicle or visit our website at www chevrolet com mx Navigate the site and click on Asistencia en el Camino E mail correspondence should be sent to asistencia chevrolet gm com To contact Roadside Assistance by phone use the following numbers Mexico 01 800 466 0800 United States 1 866 ...

Page 415: ...e inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances the dealer can offer one of the following Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation Dealers may provide shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service within r...

Page 416: ...dealer Please contact the dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sol...

Page 417: ...choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs The dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring The Vehicle Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and collis...

Page 418: ...a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts See Collision Parts earlier in this section If the airbag has inflated see What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates on page 3 28 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that the vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of cho...

Page 419: ...to assist in the diagnosis and service of the vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Without...

Page 420: ...nd remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety fr...

Page 421: ... equipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may also retain the owner s personal preferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings E...

Page 422: ...except with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes wh...

Page 423: ...sonal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause interference 2 The device...

Page 424: ...Black plate 20 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2011 13 20 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Page 425: ...re Are the Airbags 3 24 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 35 Passenger Status Indicator 5 17 Readiness Light 5 16 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 34 System Check 3 22 Alarm System Anti Theft 2 13 AM FM Radio 7 5 Antenna Satellite Radio 7 11 Anti Theft Alarm System 2 13 Alarm System Messages 5 50 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 34 Warning Light 5 22 Appearance Care Exterior 10 87 Interior ...

Page 426: ...hting 10 48 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 10 50 Buying New Tires 10 73 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 50 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 26 Hatch 2 10 Winter Driving 9 11 Cargo Cover 4 2 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD Player 7 11 Center Console Storage 4 ...

Page 427: ...Text Telephone TTY Users 13 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 15 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 13 12 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 17 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Defensive Driving 9 2 Devices Auxiliary 7 17 Displays 5 31 Door Ajar Messages 5 39 Locks 2 8 Power Locks 2 9 Driver Information Center DIC...

Page 428: ... 9 27 Starting 9 21 Engine Oil Life System 10 22 Messages 5 40 Entry Exit Lighting 6 6 Event Data Recorders 13 17 Extender Safety Belt 3 21 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 2 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 7 F Features Memory 1 8 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 24 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 6 4 Flat Tire 10 80 Floor Mats 10 95 Fluid Automatic Transmission 10 ...

Page 429: ...ervice and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 55 Vehicle Care 10 3 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 7 H Halogen Bulbs 10 48 Hatch 2 10 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 4 Head Restraints 3 2 Head Up Display 5 31 Headlamps Aiming 10 48 Bulb Replacement 10 48 Headlamps cont Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 48 High Beam On Light 5 25 High Low B...

Page 430: ...2 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 7 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 10 49 Malfunction Indicator 5 18 On Reminder 5 25 Reading 6 6 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 18 LATCH System Replacing Parts After a Crash 3 48 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 43 3 44 Latches Seatback 3 8 Lifting the Vehicle Tires 10 5 Lighter Cigarette 5 7 Lighting Entry Exit 6 6 Illumination Control 6 5 Light...

Page 431: ...ds 11 9 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 6 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 18 Manual Mode 9 29 Manual Transmission 9 32 Fluid 10 23 Memory Features 1 8 Messages Anti Theft Alarm System 5 50 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 35 Brake System 5 36 Convertible Top 5 37 Messages cont Door Ajar 5 39 Engine Cooling System 5 39 Engine Oil 5 40 Engine Power 5 4...

Page 432: ...Gauge 5 13 Messages 5 40 Older Children Restraints 3 37 One to Four Shift Light 5 22 Online Owner Center 13 6 OnStar System 1 25 Operation Infotainment System 7 2 Outlets Power 5 6 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 10 35 Overheating Engine 10 34 P Panel Roof 2 19 Park Shifting Into 9 24 Shifting Out of 9 25 Parking 9 26 Brake 9 35 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 45 Over Things That B...

Page 433: ...io 7 5 Reception 7 10 Satellite 7 8 Reading Lamps 6 6 Rear Axle 10 44 Limited Slip 9 43 Rear Storage 4 1 Rearview Mirrors Automatic Dimming 2 17 Reclining Seatbacks 3 6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 6 Recommended Fuel 9 49 Records Maintenance 11 9 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 86 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 13 7 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 3 Replacement Bulbs 10 50 Replacement ...

Page 434: ...ment 13 16 Safety System Check 3 21 Satellite Radio 7 8 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Scheduling Appointments 13 10 Seatback Latches 3 8 Seats Adjustment Front 3 2 Head Restraints 3 2 Heated Front 3 8 Lumbar Adjustment Front 3 6 Power Adjustment Front 3 3 Reclining Seatbacks 3 6 Securing Child Restraints 3 48 Security Light 5 24 Vehicle 2 13 Selective Ride Control 9 43 Service Accessories and Modific...

Page 435: ...s 2 14 Immobilizer 2 14 Time 5 6 Tires Buying New Tires 10 73 Chains 10 80 Designations 10 62 Different Size 10 75 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 80 Inflation Monitor System 10 69 Inspection 10 72 Lifting the Vehicle 10 5 Low Profile 10 60 Messages 5 51 Pressure 10 67 Pressure Light 5 24 Pressure Monitor System 10 68 Tires cont Rotation 10 72 Run Flat 10 59 Sidewall Labeling 10 61 Terminology and Definiti...

Page 436: ...tification Number VIN 12 1 Load Limits 9 14 Messages 5 35 Personalization 5 55 Reminder Messages 5 54 Security 2 13 Towing 10 86 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 10 66 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label 12 1 Ventilation Air 8 6 Visors 2 19 Voltmeter Gauge 5 15 W Warning Brake System Light 5 21 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flash...

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