Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Australia/New Zealand-
15749882) - 2022 - CRC - 9/20/21
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Vehicle Care
sidewall. The last four digits of the TIN
indicate the tyre manufactured date. The
first two digits represent the week and the
last two digits, the year. For example, the
third week of the year 2020 would have a
4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the
first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of
each year.
Vehicle Storage
Tyres age when stored normally mounted
on a parked 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,
petrol, or other substances that can
deteriorate rubber.
Parking for an extended period can cause
flat spots on the tyres that may result in
vibrations while driving. When storing a
vehicle for at least a month, remove the
tyres or raise the vehicle to reduce the
weight from the tyres.
Changing tyre and wheel size
If wheels or tyres are installed that are a
different size to the original equipment
wheels and tyres, vehicle performance,
including its braking, ride and handling
characteristics, stability, and resistance to
rollover may be affected. The performance
of electronic systems such as antilock
brakes, traction control, or electronic
stability control can also be affected.
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Warning
If different sized wheels are used, there
may not be an acceptable level of
performance and safety if tyres not
recommended for those wheels are
selected. This increases the chance of a
crash and serious injury. Only use GM
specific wheel and tyre systems
developed for the vehicle, and have them
properly installed by a GM certified
technician.
Wheel Alignment and Tyre
Balance
The tyres and wheels were aligned and
balanced at the factory to provide the
longest tyre life and best overall
performance. Adjustments to wheel
alignment and tyre balancing are not
necessary on a regular basis. Consider an
alignment check if there is unusual tyre
wear or the vehicle is significantly pulling to
one side or the other. Some slight pull to
the left or right, depending on the crown of
the road and/or other road surface
variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal.
If the vehicle is vibrating when driving on a
smooth road, the tyres and wheels may
need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for
proper diagnosis.
Road Imperfections/Crown Effects
The vehicle's precise steering and handling
make it very responsive to road surface
feedback. A slight pull may be felt in the
steering depending on the crown of the
road and/or other road surface variations
such as troughs or ruts. This is normal and
the vehicle does not require service.
Tyre Chatter/Hop
When driving at slow speeds and in very
tight turns, the vehicle may have tyre
chatter/hop. This is normal and the vehicle
does not require service.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked,
or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts
keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
