Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-Europe-15352645) -
2022 - CRC - 6/22/21
Vehicle Care
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Low-Profile Tyres
If the vehicle has 245/35ZR19 or 305/
30ZR20 size tires, they are classified as
low-profile tires.
Caution
Low-profile tyres are more susceptible to
damage from road hazards or curb impact
than standard profile tyres. Tyre and/or
wheel assembly damage can occur when
coming into contact with road hazards
like potholes, or sharp edged objects,
or when sliding into a kerb. The warranty
does not cover this type of damage. Keep
tyres set to the correct inflation pressure
and when possible, avoid contact with
kerbs, potholes, and other road hazards.
Summer Tyres
High Performance Summer Tyres
This vehicle may come with 245/35ZR19 and
305/30ZR20 high performance summer tires.
These tyres have a special tread and
compound that are optimised for maximum
dry and wet road performance. This special
tread and compound will have decreased
performance in cold climates, and on ice and
snow. It is recommended that winter tyres
be installed on the vehicle if frequent
driving at temperatures below
approximately 5 °C (40 °F) or on ice or snow
covered roads is expected. See
.
Caution
High performance summer tires have
rubber compounds that lose flexibility
and may develop surface cracks in the
tread area at temperatures below -7 °C
(20 °F). Always store high performance
summer tires indoors and at
temperatures above -7 °C (20 °F) when
not in use. If the tires have been
subjected to -7 °C (20 °F) or less, let them
warm up in a heated space to at least
5 °C (40 °F) for 24 hours or more before
being installed or driving a vehicle on
which they are installed. Do not apply
heat or blow heated air directly on the
tyres. Always inspect tyres before use.
See
Tyre Pressure
Tyres need the correct amount of air
pressure to operate effectively.
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Warning
Neither tyre underinflation nor
overinflation is good. Underinflated
tyres, or tyres that do not have
enough air, can result in:
.
Tyre overloading and overheating,
which could lead to a blowout.
.
Premature or irregular wear.
.
Poor handling.
.
Reduced fuel economy.
Overinflated tyres, or tyres that have
too much air, can result in:
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Unusual wear.
.
Poor handling.
.
Rough ride.
.
Needless damage from road
hazards.
The Tyre and Loading Information label
on the vehicle indicates the original
equipment tyres and the correct cold
tyre inflation pressures. The
recommended pressure is the minimum
