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Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 3/9/12

Driving and Operating

9-1

Driving and
Operating

Driving Information

Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Racing or Other Competitive

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6

Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 9-9
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 9-12
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . 9-12

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . 9-16
Front Air Dam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Shifting Into Park (Automatic

Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Parking (Manual

Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23

Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-24
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26

Manual Transmission

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . 9-29

Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control

System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33

Active Handling System . . . . . 9-34
Competitive Driving Mode . . . 9-35
Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . 9-39
Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . 9-39

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41

Fuel

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . 9-45
California Fuel

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-45

Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-46
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49

Towing

General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50

Содержание 2013 Corvette

Страница 1: ...ation Displays 5 25 Vehicle Messages 5 33 Vehicle Personalization 5 52 Universal Remote System 5 60 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 6 Lighting Features 6 7 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 6 Audio Players 7 12 Phone 7 17 Trademarks and License Agreements 7 24 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 1 Air Vents 8 6 Maintenance 8 6 Driving and Operating ...

Страница 2: ...vices 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 15 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 2 Reporting Safety Defects 13 18 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 19 OnStar 14 1 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnStar Services 14 2 OnStar Additional Information 14 5 I...

Страница 3: ...appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l adresse suivante Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Using this ...

Страница 4: ...ator M This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For more information on the symbol refer to the Index 9 Airbag Readiness Light Air...

Страница 5: ...Black plate 5 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Introduction v d Traction Control Active Handling System M Windshield Washer Fluid I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 7: ...ate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 14 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 16 Satellite Radio 1 17 Portable Audio Devices 1 17 Bluetooth 1 17 Steering Wheel Controls 1 18 Cruise Control 1 18 Navigation System 1 18 Driver Information Center DIC 1 19 Power Outlets 1 20 Universal Remote System 1 20 Roof Panel 1 20 Convertible 1 21 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System TCS 1 21 Tire Pressure Monitor...

Страница 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 9: ... See Filling the Tank on page 9 47 Hatch Trunk Release Button See Hatch Trunk Release under Hatch on page 2 10 M Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 6 N Convertible Top Switch If Equipped See Convertible Top on page 2 21 O Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 18 P Bluetooth Controls If Equipped See Bluetooth on page 7 17 Steering Wheel Controls o...

Страница 10: ...cle 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 approximately one second to open the hatch trunk L Press to sound ...

Страница 11: ... the power door lock switch B Q Press to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors To open a door from the inside push the door latch button C A tone will sound when the button is pushed See Power Door Locks on page 2 8 Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power If the vehicle has lost battery power the driver door can be opened manually Inside the Vehicle Pull the door release handle Outside the Vehicle U...

Страница 12: ...l transmission vehicles the parking brake must be set when the engine is running for the hatch trunk release to operate See Parking Brake on page 9 32 To release the hatch trunk Press V Press on the keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 2 Press the hatch trunk release touch pad with the keyless entry transmitter within range See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on ...

Страница 13: ...See Power Windows on page 2 16 Retained Accessory Power RAP allows the power windows to operate when the ignition is off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 Seat Adjustment Power Seats To adjust a power seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up o...

Страница 14: ...e a manual seatback 1 Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 3 Heated Seats If available the buttons are on the instrument panel The ignition must be on for this feature to work L Press to turn on t...

Страница 15: ...rk three beeps sound and the memory position is not recalled On vehicles with a manual transmission when the vehicle is on the parking brake must be set to recall a memory position Press and release 1 or 2 A single beep sounds and the memory position is recalled after a brief delay If the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set three beeps sound and the memory position is not recalled See M...

Страница 16: ...rtant information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 7 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 9 Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 10 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System Z06 and ZR1 Models Only on page 3 33 or Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System Coupe and Convertible Models Only on page 3 32 Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system...

Страница 17: ... page 2 15 If the vehicle has the memory feature a preferred mirror position can be stored See Memory Seats on page 3 4 To fold pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Interior Mirror An automatic dimming rearview mirror will automatically reduce headlamp glare coming from vehicles that are traveling behind you See Automatic Dimming Rearview...

Страница 18: ...rned 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 each lamp Interior Light Control The knob for this feature is located on the left side of the instrument panel Push the knob in to turn the interior lights on Turn and h...

Страница 19: ...re information see Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 6 5 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column w Use for fast wipes Use for slow wipes 3 Use to set a delay between wipes x Use for a delayed wiping cycle Turn the intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay 9 U...

Страница 20: ...de Control I Defrost J Rear Window Defogger See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 Transmission Manual Paddle Shift Automatic Transmission The Manual Paddle Shift system can be used in D Drive or S Sport Mode The system is activated by pushing the paddle above the steering wheel spokes to manually up shift to the next gear or pulling on the paddle behind the steering wheel spokes to...

Страница 21: ...ting after 10 seconds of cruising at a steady speed and no manual shifts or when the vehicle comes to a stop 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 Manual Mode on page 9 26 One to Four Shift Light Manual Transmission On vehicles with a manual transmissio...

Страница 22: ...nd hold to scan stations V 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 4 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 presets 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAN...

Страница 23: ...n refer to www siriusxm 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 The vehicle has an auxiliary input jack located on the right side of the faceplate External devices such as iPod MP3 players etc can be connected to the auxiliary input jack using a 3 5 mm 1 8 in input jack cable This is not an audio output do n...

Страница 24: ... Controls on page 5 3 Cruise Control The cruise controls are located at the end of the multifunction lever 9 Turns the system off R Turns the system on S Makes the vehicle accelerate or resume a previously set speed T Press the button at the end of the lever to set the speed See Cruise Control on page 9 41 Navigation System If the vehicle has a navigation system there is a separate navigation manu...

Страница 25: ... driven the elapsed time function your average speed and the engine oil life OPTION Press to choose personal options that are available on your vehicle depending on the options your vehicle is equipped with such as door locks easy entry seats and language RESET Press along with the other buttons to reset system functions select personal options and turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC For m...

Страница 26: ...efore attempting to program the Universal Remote system Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system See Universal Remote System on page 5 60 Roof Panel On vehicles with a removable roof panel there are three release latches Two are located on the front of the roof panel and the other is located on the b...

Страница 27: ...plays See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 42 Press and release the active handling button again to turn on traction control See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 33 The vehicle has an Active Handling System that helps maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions See Active Handling System on page 9 34 The vehicle may have Competitive Driving Mode except Z0...

Страница 28: ...13 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 ensures that the oil level reading obtained will be accurate Jump Starting the Battery The battery is in the rear of the vehicle You do not need to access the battery for jump starting There are remote positive and negative terminals under the hood for this purpose...

Страница 29: ...thly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control if equipped Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into ...

Страница 30: ...tar U S and Canada If the vehicle has an active OnStar subscription contact OnStar and the vehicle s current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor to assess the situation contact Roadside Assistance and relay the exact location to send help OnStar If equipped this vehicle has a comprehensive in vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency Security Navigation Connection ...

Страница 31: ...rors 2 15 Heated Mirrors 2 15 Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 15 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 15 Windows Windows 2 16 Power Windows 2 16 Sun Visors 2 17 Roof Roof Panel 2 18 Convertible Top 2 21 Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed They could ...

Страница 32: ...ing the vehicle If it becomes difficult to turn the key inspect the key blade for debris If locked out of the vehicle contact Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13 11 With an active OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview on page 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE...

Страница 33: ... DIC See Memory Seats on page 3 4 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 52 for more information Keyless Unlocking Press the door handle sensor to unlock and open the doors if the RKE transmitter is within range See Door Locks on page 2 6 and Passive Door Unlock under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 52 for additional information Keyless Locking The doors lock after several seconds if all doors ar...

Страница 34: ...st or stolen a replacement 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 recognize...

Страница 35: ...w 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 7 Press Acc on the ignition switch 8 The DIC reads WAIT 10 MINUTES and counts down to zero 9 The DIC displays...

Страница 36: ...lutch and Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible Change the transmitter battery if the DIC displays FOB BATTERY LOW Battery Replacement Notice When replacing the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could damage the transmitter 1 Separate the transmitter with a flat thin object inserted into the slot on the side of the transmitter 2 Remove...

Страница 37: ... the outside press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter A Door Handle Sensor B Power Door Lock Switch C Door Latch Button With the RKE transmitter within range grip the door handle sensor A See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 When the passenger door is opened first the driver door will also unlock From the inside use the power door lock switch B See Power Door L...

Страница 38: ... Power Door Locks There is an indicator light on the rear of the door near the window K Unlock Press to unlock the doors When pressed a beep sounds If the door is closed the indicator light flashes twice If the door is open the indicator light flashes Q Lock Press to lock the doors When pressed a beep sounds If the door is closed when pressed the indicator light comes on for a I n f o r ma t i o n...

Страница 39: ...mmed so that when the shift lever is moved into P Park for automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned off or is in Retained Accessory Power RAP for manual transmission vehicles both doors will unlock With the vehicle stopped and the engine running door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC This allows the driver to choose various unlock settings ...

Страница 40: ... on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 23 Hatch Trunk R...

Страница 41: ...e damage to the glass the defogger or the weather stripping Be sure objects will fit in the hatch trunk area before closing the hatch trunk When closing the hatch trunk gently pull down from the center Notice Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch trunk area The objects could damage the underbody Pull down from the center of the hatch trunk closin...

Страница 42: ...ehicle has a theft deterrent alarm system The security light flashes if a door is open and locked with the power door lock switch If this light stays on while the engine is running the vehicle needs service Arming the System To arm the system press Q on the RKE transmitter or open the door and lock the door with the power door lock switch The security light should flash Remove the RKE transmitter ...

Страница 43: ...orn works but the alarm does not go off see your dealer Disarming the System Press the unlock 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 deacti...

Страница 44: ...art with the other transmitter the vehicle needs service If the engine does start the first transmitter may be faulty See your dealer or have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle The immobilizer system can learn new or replacement RKE transmitters Up to four RKE transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle To program additional transmitters see Matching transmitter s to Your Vehicle u...

Страница 45: ...ror If the vehicle has this feature the driver side outside mirror adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the inside rearview mirror Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror An automatic dimming inside rearview mirror will automatically change to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A time delay feature prevents rapid chang...

Страница 46: ...ed with water Windows WARNING Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Power Windows WARNING Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with ...

Страница 47: ...ill raise to its full up position If either window does not index properly it could be due to loss of power Before returning to the dealer for service perform the power window initialize procedure Power Window Initialize After a power reconnect such as battery replacement the window indexing feature and the power convertible top if equipped will not function until the system is initialized Once po...

Страница 48: ...move the panel alone have someone help you Notice If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges the roof panel paint and or weatherstripping may be damaged Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake Shift an automatic transmission into P Park Shift a manual transmission into Neutral 2 Make sure the ign...

Страница 49: ... of the roof panel up and forward 9 When the roof panel is loosened from the vehicle one person should grasp the roof panel as close to the center as possible 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...

Страница 50: ...ck of the storage area Press down firmly to seat the pins in the receivers Installing the Roof Panel WARNING An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle You or others could be injured After installing the roof panel always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place Notice If...

Страница 51: ...he front edge of the roof panel to the front of the roof opening 6 Turn the front release handles inward so that they latch to the closed position 7 Push up on the handle of the rear roof release handle to latch its hook in the closed position 8 Push and pull the roof panel up and down and side to side to ensure the roof panel is securely installed Removable Roof Panel Notice Using glass cleaner o...

Страница 52: ...lass rear window Always verify that no objects are in the storage area before lowering the convertible top Notice Lowering the convertible top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of the vehicle Dry off the convertible top before lowering it Notice If you lower the convertible top on the vehicle in cold weather 0 C 32 F or lower you may damage convertible top...

Страница 53: ...en 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 seat After pressing the release button the driver and passenger door glass will retract to the full down position Then raise the tonneau cover C If the tonneau co...

Страница 54: ... the rear edge of the convertible top is in the full down position before lowering the top into the storage compartment 8 Pull the cable to release the tonneau cover then continue with Step 9 9 Push forward on the front edge A of the convertible top to allow the rear edge B of the convertible top to be moved to its full down position 10 Then move the convertible top rearward to its fully stored po...

Страница 55: ...ill retract to the full down position If battery power has been lost see Step 7 under Lowering the Manual Convertible Top in this section After pressing the release button the driver and passenger door glass should retract to the full down position if they have not already been lowered 5 Lift the tonneau cover 6 Pull the convertible top up by firmly gripping the front edge A near the center and ap...

Страница 56: ...reak the glass rear window Always verify that no objects are in the storage area before lowering the convertible top Notice Lowering the convertible top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of the vehicle Dry off the convertible top before lowering it Notice If you lower the convertible top on the vehicle in cold weather 0 C 32 F or lower you may damage conve...

Страница 57: ...cle 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 35 Raising the Power Convertible Top 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 would not be covered by the warranty Always put an automatic ...

Страница 58: ...er using the following steps The carpet liner on the passenger side must be pulled back to access the hydraulic pump Never attempt to open or close the convertible top manually without releasing pressure first Manual operation of the convertible top cannot be attempted for five minutes after the last time the convertible top switch was pressed if the convertible top was not opened completely and t...

Страница 59: ... 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 35 If the battery has been disconnected the power windows must be initialized for the power convertible top to operate See Power Windows on page 2 16 Cleaning the Convertible Top The convertible top should be c...

Страница 60: ... 2 30 Keys Doors and Windows To protect the convertible top After washing the vehicle make sure the convertible top is completely dry before lowering it Do not get any cleaner on the vehicle s painted finish it could leave streaks I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 61: ...ystem 3 14 Where Are the Airbags 3 16 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 17 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 18 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 18 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 19 Passenger Sensing System 3 20 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 24 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 24 Airbag System Check 3 25 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 3 25 Child Restra...

Страница 62: ...eat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust a power seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down Lumbar ...

Страница 63: ...back to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job Th...

Страница 64: ...E transmitters correspond to the numbers on the memory buttons Storing Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat both outside mirrors and the telescopic steering column if equipped 2 Press and hold 1 until two beeps sound 3 Repeat for a second driver position using 2 To recall a memory position On vehicles with an automatic transmission press and release 1 or 2 If the vehicle i...

Страница 65: ...s or the telescopic steering column switch If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling a memory position the recall may stop Remove the obstruction then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button If the memory position is still not recalling se...

Страница 66: ...r for service See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 52 Seatback Latches To fold a seatback forward lift the latch on top of the backside of the seat The seatback locks when folded down 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 Continued WARNING Continued Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be su...

Страница 67: ...ated seat off Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly It also describes some things not to do with safety belts WARNING Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly In a crash if you or your passenger s are not wearing safety belts injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts You can be seriously injured or killed ...

Страница 68: ...ty belts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and when worn properly your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt ...

Страница 69: ...ng a safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on yo...

Страница 70: ... pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating po...

Страница 71: ...elt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is closed be sure the safety belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle Sa...

Страница 72: ...nt woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety...

Страница 73: ...h they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a Continued WARNING Continued crash To help make sure...

Страница 74: ...nstrument panel for the front outboard passenger For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Her...

Страница 75: ...elt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection fo...

Страница 76: ...he front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the 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 causin...

Страница 77: ...based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling It depends on what is hit the direction of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle and whether the object is fixed or moving rigid or deformable narrow or wide Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle d...

Страница 78: ... have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag module For airbag location see Where...

Страница 79: ...s safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn the interior lamps on turn on the hazard warning flashers and shut off t...

Страница 80: ...tatus indicator will light in the rearview mirror when the vehicle is started United States Canada and Mexico The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will be visible during the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or OFF or the symbol for on or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 17 The passenger sensing system will turn off th...

Страница 81: ...re rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag s are off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat always move the seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat If the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint a rear facing child restraint should not b...

Страница 82: ...seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness ...

Страница 83: ...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 sensing system...

Страница 84: ...ing Information on page 13 17 WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow Continued WARNING Continued proper service procedures and make sure the p...

Страница 85: ...system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason call Customer Assistance See Customer Assistance Offices U S and Canada on page 13 5 or Customer Assistance Offices Mexico on page 13 5 Airbag System Check The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 Notic...

Страница 86: ...h the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no then return to the booster...

Страница 87: ...ant restraint system secured in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly WARNING Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash they can be crushed together and ser...

Страница 88: ...s wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow 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 ...

Страница 89: ... go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on 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 o...

Страница 90: ...that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Continued WARNING Continued 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 crash young children should alw...

Страница 91: ... 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 systems must be s...

Страница 92: ... 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 child restraint Secure t...

Страница 93: ...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 tether anchor If your child restraint has a top tether make sure y...

Страница 94: ...ther 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 and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system s...

Страница 95: ...ld restraint has been installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled This could damage the safety belt or the seat Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position before folding the ...

Страница 96: ... grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash T...

Страница 97: ...led if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is o...

Страница 98: ...lt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator s...

Страница 99: ...etractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System Z06 and ZR1 Models Only on page 3 33 or Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System Coupe and Convertible Models Only on page 3 32 for more information 8 Befor...

Страница 100: ...n indicator is lit see If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System on page 3 20 for more information To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 101: ...er Use the key to lock and unlock the lighted glove box Cupholders Slide the cover to access the cupholders Rear Storage Convertible Shown Coupe Similar There may be storage compartments in the floor of the hatch trunk area pull up to open the cover Some vehicles use the compartment to store the battery and cannot be used for storage Notice Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage c...

Страница 102: ...he trunk to divide the storage compartment It can be stored flat when not in use Pull the divider up and snap it onto place 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 center console and swing it to the passenger side Some vehicles might also have input jacks for auxiliary audio devices See Auxiliary Devices on p...

Страница 103: ...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 The vehicle may have a convenience net located in the rear to store small loads as far forward as possible The net should not be used to store heav...

Страница 104: ...Black plate 4 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 105: ... Light 5 20 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 21 One to Four Shift Light Manual Transmission 5 21 Traction Off Light 5 22 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 22 Active Handling System Light 5 23 Tire Pressure Light 5 23 Security Light 5 24 High Beam On Light 5 24 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 24 Lamps On Reminder 5 25 Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC 5 25 Head Up Display HUD 5 29 Vehicle Me...

Страница 106: ...rols Steering Wheel Adjustment The lever is 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 on the right side of the steering column To adjust the telescopic ...

Страница 107: ...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 band Press and hold w or x for two seconds until SCAN displays and a beep sounds to scan stations The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the next station Press again to stop scanning Press and hold w or x for f...

Страница 108: ...wiping cycle Turn the intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay The wiper speed can only be manually adjusted when the lever is in this position 9 Off Use to turn off the windshield wipers 8 Mist Move all the way down to mist and release for a single wiping cycle The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe Hold the band on mist longer for more wipes Heavy snow o...

Страница 109: ...pass Calibration Press P once to turn the compass display on or off If after several seconds the display does not show a compass heading there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Interference can be caused by a magnetic antenna mount note pad holder or similar object If the letter C or CAL appears in the compass window the compass needs calibration Depending on the mirror i...

Страница 110: ... used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The accessory power outlet is located inside the center console storage compartment on the forward left side Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire an...

Страница 111: ... out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Ashtrays The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located on the instrument panel in front of the shift lev...

Страница 112: ...ould be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the gauges shows there ma...

Страница 113: ...ack plate 9 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Instruments and Controls 5 9 Instrument Cluster English Coupe and Convertible Shown Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 114: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 5 10 Instruments and Controls Z06 and 427 Convertible English Shown Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 115: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Instruments and Controls 5 11 ZR1 English Shown Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 116: ...ne speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Notice Fuel shuts off at about 6500 rpm for the base model 7000 rpm for the Z06 and 427 Convertible models 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 operate the vehicle below the fuel shut off rpm or reduce the vehicle s rpm quickly when the fuel shuts off ...

Страница 117: ...ank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding up The gauge may not indicate the tank is empty when the ignition is turned off The gauge reading may change slightly within the first several minutes after starting the vehicle See DIC Operation and Displays in Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 25 for more information Boost Gauge ZR1 Metric Englis...

Страница 118: ... proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine o...

Страница 119: ...ed area show the normal operating range Readings in the shaded area tell you that the engine is low on oil or that you might have some other oil problem See Engine Oil on page 10 13 The engine oil pressure can also be displayed using the gauges button on the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 25 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Metric English This gauge shows...

Страница 120: ...e engine is started a chime sounds for several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt 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...

Страница 121: ... check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal and seat mounted side impact airbags If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag are allowe...

Страница 122: ... any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle This system also assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on the emission controls might not work as well the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to c...

Страница 123: ...llows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Check that good quality fuel is used Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions...

Страница 124: ...gned to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This can take several days of routine driving If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the ...

Страница 125: ...t does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off If the ABS light stays on turn the ignition off If the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service ...

Страница 126: ... turns off The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the traction control button This light and the Active Handling light come on when Active Handling is turned off If the TCS is off wheelspin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Active Handling System on page 9 34 and Traction Control System TCS on page 9 33 for mor...

Страница 127: ...s 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 the DIC See Ri...

Страница 128: ...ne does not start there could be a problem with the theft deterrent system This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed For information re...

Страница 129: ...ying CORVETTE BY CHEVROLET the DIC shows the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off If a problem is detected a warning message appears on the DIC display See Vehicle Messages on page 5 33 for more information DIC Operation and Displays Depending on the features on the vehicle the drive gear may display on the DIC See Manual Paddle Shift under Automatic Transmission on...

Страница 130: ...on Average Fuel Economy The average fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions You should reset the average fuel economy display every time you refuel If you press the RESET button in this mode while you are driving the system will reset this display and begin figuring fuel economy from that point in time Press the fuel button to display average fuel eco...

Страница 131: ...ATURE 234 F If the oil temperature is low the display will show OIL TEMPERATURE LOW If 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...

Страница 132: ...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 simultaneously The trip odometers can be reset by pressing the RESET button on the DIC The trip odometers are a...

Страница 133: ... 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 19 Be careful not to reset the engine oil life system accidentally at any time other th...

Страница 134: ...ndicate that the vehicle s best performance level has been reached to shift the transmission into the next higher gear An arrow pointing up will light up on the display just prior to reaching the engine fuel cut off mode This cut off is about 6 500 rpm for the LS3 engine 6 600 rpm for the LS9 ZR1 engines and 7 000 rpm for the LS7 engine Check Gauges Warning Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Transmi...

Страница 135: ...off and on the following Street Mode No tachometer circular tachometer and linear tachometer Track Modes 1 and 2 No minor gauge coolant temperature transmission oil temperature Automatic Transmission only engine oil temperature engine oil pressure and boost gauge While in Track Mode 1 or 2 the maximum G value achieved during the current ignition cycle can be displayed by pressing and holding the P...

Страница 136: ... brightness of the HUD image is determined by the light conditions in the direction the vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD dimmer control set If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area the HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim It is possible for sunlight to enter the HUD making it difficult to see the image The display will return to norm...

Страница 137: ...gnition is on and the HUD image cannot be seen check to see if Something is covering the HUD unit The HUD dimmer control is adjusted properly The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height Ambient light is low in the direction the vehicle is facing A fuse is blown See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 45 Keep in mind that the windshield is part of the HUD system See Windshield Replacement on p...

Страница 138: ...dio and air conditioner Multiple chimes sound when this message is displayed To acknowledge the message press the RESET button The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes Brake System Messages ABS Antilock Brake System ACTIVE This message displays when the Antilock Brake System ABS is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid Slippery road conditions may exist i...

Страница 139: ...sist the driver Have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible Adjust your driving accordingly To acknowledge these messages press the RESET button Convertible Top Messages ATTACH TRUNK PARTITION If the vehicle has a power convertible top this message displays and a sound will be heard if the trunk partition is not in place Open the hatch trunk and make sure the trunk partition is sec...

Страница 140: ...nd will be heard 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...

Страница 141: ...oling system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible See Engine Coolant on page 10 25 COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE This message displays and a sound will be heard if the engine coolant exceeds 124 C 255 F If you have been operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible You can monitor the coolant temperature with ...

Страница 142: ...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 the life of the engine oil has expired See Maintenance Schedul...

Страница 143: ... seconds following the engine drag control event REDUCED ENGINE POWER If this message displays and the check engine light comes on a noticeable reduction in the vehicle s performance may occur If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The vehicle may be dri...

Страница 144: ...isplays if the Powertrain Control Module PCM has detected a problem within the fuel system Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer This message also displays when the cluster is not getting fuel information from the PCM Key and Lock Messages FOB AUTOLEARN WAIT XX MINUTES See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 FOB BATTERY LOW See Batt...

Страница 145: ...t locations within the vehicle does not help place the transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the right and then press the START button The vehicle s battery voltage is low The battery voltage must be above 10 volts for the RKE transmitter to be detected properly NO FOB OFF OR RUN This message displays when the RKE transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle ...

Страница 146: ...s a computer controlled system that assists the driver in controlling the vehicle in difficult 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 34 and Braking on page 9 3 ACTIV...

Страница 147: ...ntrol 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 and Z06 models See Performance Traction Management and Launch Control under Competitive Driving Mode on page 9 35 for more information about the use of this mode PERF TRAC 2 DRY ACTIVE HANDLING ON This message displays and a sound wil...

Страница 148: ...and Z06 models See Performance Traction Management and Launch Control under Competitive Driving Mode on page 9 35 for more information about the use of this mode PERF TRAC 5 RACE ACTIVE HANDLING OFF This message displays and a sound will be heard when this Performance Traction Management mode is selected The instrument panel cluster light will also be on when this mode is selected Launch Control i...

Страница 149: ...r as soon as possible Adjust your driving accordingly See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 33 for more information To acknowledge the message press the RESET button SHOCKS INOPERATIVE This message displays when a malfunction is present in the Selective Ride Control system which is causing the shocks to be in their full soft mode This is a warning to the driver that the vehicle handling may be...

Страница 150: ...g System button on the center console See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 33 for more information To acknowledge the message press the RESET button TRACTION SYSTEM ON This message displays and a sound will be heard when the Traction Control System TCS is turned on by pressing the Active Handling System button on the center console This message automatically clears from the DIC display on its...

Страница 151: ... when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer if you notice a drop in heating 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...

Страница 152: ...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 34 If you drive too fast you could lose control of your vehicle You or others could be injured Do not drive over 90 km h 55 mph when the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or...

Страница 153: ...ou could lose control of your vehicle You or others could be injured Do not drive over 55 mph 90 km h when the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed Drive cautiously and check your tire pressures as soon as you can This message displays when one or more of the tires is flat This message also displays LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire is affected Mu...

Страница 154: ...ft gears or apply the torque converter clutch to reduce the fluid temperature Driving aggressively or driving on long hills can cause the transmission fluid temperature to be higher than normal If this message appears you may continue to drive at a slower speed Monitor the transmission fluid temperature and allow it to cool to at least 110 C 230 F The transmission fluid temperature can be monitore...

Страница 155: ...utton The personalization system will not recognize the transmitter and the DIC will not display the current driver number or the menus used to set personalizations The personalization features will then be set to the default states See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 52 for more information SET PARK BRAKE FOR SEAT RECALL If the vehicle has a manual transmission this message displays if you try ...

Страница 156: ...ers 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 Seats on page 3 4 for more information A valid RKE transmitter is detected upon opening the driver door If...

Страница 157: ...the DIC will exit the personal options menu Personal Options The following options are available for programming Display Units This option allows you to choose the measurement units Press the OPTION button until DISPLAY UNITS appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes ENGLISH default METRIC If you choose ENGLISH all information will be displayed in Eng...

Страница 158: ...smission vehicle the parking brake must be set Press the OPTION button until AUTO EXIT RECALL appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes YES NO default If you choose YES when you turn the ignition off and open the driver door or press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter the seat and the telescopic steering wheel if your vehicle has this feature wi...

Страница 159: ...dlamps will remain on until the driver selected time expires the exterior lamp control is activated or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP Press the OPTION button until TWILIGHT DELAY appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes OFF 15 S 30 S default 90 S If you choose OFF this option will turn off If you choose 15 S the twilight delay time will be se...

Страница 160: ...OB Reminder This option sounds the horn three times when the driver door is closed and there is a RKE transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle This will only occur when the vehicle is off Press the OPTION button until FOB REMINDER appears on the display then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes YES NO default If you choose YES the horn will sound three times when a RK...

Страница 161: ...ter you remove a RKE transmitter from the interior of the vehicle and close both doors If you are parking in a quiet area and do not want the horn to sound when the doors lock press the lock button on the RKE transmitter immediately after removing it from the interior and closing the doors This will lock the doors and cancel the passive locking for this ignition cycle When the mode you want is sel...

Страница 162: ...next personal option Language This option allows you to select the language the DIC the Head Up Display HUD if your vehicle has this feature and the radio uses to display messages Each language mode will be displayed in its own language For example English will be displayed as ENGLISH Spanish as ESPANOL etc If your vehicle has the navigation system you will not have the Japanese language mode Pres...

Страница 163: ...roll through the letters faster and without a beeping noise keep the OPTIONS button depressed There are alpha numeric characters and a blank space available 6 Press the RESET button to select the letter of your choice and proceed on to the next space to the right If you 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 le...

Страница 164: ...ng Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate number is KOBGTE12C The Canadian Registration ID number is 3521A GTE12C Universal Remote System Programming This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers ...

Страница 165: ...ge door Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate being programmed Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System call 1 866 572 2728 or go to www learcar2u com Most garage door openers sold after 1996 are Rolling Code units Programming a garage door opener involves time sensitive actions so read the enti...

Страница 166: ...t programming is successful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home automation 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 instruc...

Страница 167: ...eceiver 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 Universal Home Remote The motor head dip switch settings can also be used when ...

Страница 168: ...ome 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 put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode A Left Button Up or On B Middle Button Middle 0 or Neutral C Right Button Down or Off 5 The indicator lights blink slowly Enter each switch setting from Step 3 into the vehicle s Universa...

Страница 169: ...hold the appropriate button for at least one half second The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted Operation can occur If the vehicle is in accessory mode If the vehicle is running If the vehicle is in Retained Accessory Mode RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 for more information Up to an additional 10 minutes after RAP finishes Up to 10 minutes after any d...

Страница 170: ...nstruments and Controls For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System call the customer assistance phone number under Customer Assistance Offices U S and Canada on page 13 5 or Customer Assistance Offices Mexico on page 13 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 171: ...his 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 and then back to A...

Страница 172: ...ng 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 come on when the following conditions are met It is still daylight and the ignition is on The exterior lamp control is in the AUTO position The transmission is not in P Park or the parking brake is off The parking brake is off or the vehicle speed is ...

Страница 173: ...e is shifted out of P Park This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the United States Twilight Sentinel Twilight Sentinel is an automatic headlamp system When activated this feature turns your headlamps and parking lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside Be sure not to cover the light sensor on the top of the instrument panel AUTO Activates the system If the band is already...

Страница 174: ...e windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers are not operating these lamps turn off Move the exterior lamp control to OFF or to the Parking Lamp position to disable this feature Hazard Warni...

Страница 175: ...he arrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 45 Turn Signal on Chime A chime sounds if the turn signal has been on for more than 1 2 km 0 75 miles of driving If you need to leave the turn signal on for more than 1 2 km 0 75 miles turn off the signal and then t...

Страница 176: ...kwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them During the day this knob will adjust the instrument panel brightness and at night will adjust all interior lighting Be sure not to have this knob turned all the way down with the lamps on during the day The Driver Information Center DIC may not be visible Courtesy Lamps When any door or the hatch trunk lid is opened the interior lamps wi...

Страница 177: ...has this feature vanity mirror lamps cargo lamps reading lamps center console or glove box lamps If any of these lamps are left on they will automatically time out after 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 t...

Страница 178: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 6 8 Lighting 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 179: ...or others Do not give extended attention to infotainment 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 De...

Страница 180: ...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 Overview A t SEEK SCAN u Radio Press t or u to seek the previous or next station Press and hold t or u to scan through the strongest stations CD Press t or u to ...

Страница 181: ...t stations CD Press to go to the next track Press and hold to fast forward within a track G RDM Random Press to play the CD tracks in random order H RPT Repeat Press to repeat the current CD track I X Tone Menu Opens the Tone Settings menu J MUTE Press to mute and unmute the system K X Eject Press to eject the CD L Auxiliary Port 3 5 mm 1 8 in Auxiliary Input Jack M O e Tune Tone Menu Press to ope...

Страница 182: ...nce the system Press again to turn the sound on This button is not available on the Six Disc CD Radio V Information Press until the desired display is shown then hold for two seconds until the radio beeps once to change the default display The selected display is now the default For RDS Press V to change the display The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the...

Страница 183: ...USTOM or change bass or treble to return the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings For vehicles with the Bose sound system Press AUTO EQ to select equalization settings from EQ1 through EQ6 Select CUSTOM or change bass or treble to return the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings AUTO n Automatic Volume Automatic volume automatically adjusts the audio system to make up for road and wind no...

Страница 184: ...ned to your dealer for service LOC Locked Displays when the TheftLock system has locked up The vehicle must be returned to your dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or cannot be corrected contact your dealer Radio AM FM Radio Radio 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 ra...

Страница 185: ...age press and release V A new group 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...

Страница 186: ...icle has this feature Up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 six AM six M1 and six XM2 and equalization settings for each station can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons To set presets 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 FM2 AM XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until the radio bee...

Страница 187: ...select a category 3 Press t or u to go to a category s station SEEKING CATEGORY displays 4 To go to another station within that category press the CAT button to display the category then press t or u to go to another station If the radio cannot find the desired category NONE displays and the radio returns to the last station tuned SCAN To scan the stations within a category 1 Press CAT The last se...

Страница 188: ...in to another channel CH Unauth This channel is blocked or cannot be received with your SiriusXM Subscription package CH Unavail This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to another station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button No Info No artist song title category or text information is available at this time on this channel The sys...

Страница 189: ...wer lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km 10 to 40 mi Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference some static can occur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite ...

Страница 190: ...ed CDs the CD player could be damaged While using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error displays see CD Messages later in this section Care of CDs Store CDs in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD...

Страница 191: ...e played Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD t SCAN u To scan one CD press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN displays and a beep sounds The radio goes to the next track plays for 10 seconds then goes to the next track Press either arrow ag...

Страница 192: ...ress R One beep sounds and S LIST displays The recorded tracks begin to play in the order they were saved 2 Press t or u to go back or forward within the saved tracks To delete tracks 1 Press R to turn song list on S LIST displays 2 Press t or u and use the O e knob to select the desired track to be deleted 3 Press and hold R until SONG REMOVED displays After a track has been deleted the remaining...

Страница 193: ...File Naming ID3v1 and ID3v2 tags are supported The track name contained in the ID3 tag is shown on the display The display only shows up to 32 characters for track and file names If the track name is not contained in the ID3 tag the display shows the file name without the file extension Playlists Playlists that do not have a m3u or wpl extension may not work Preprogrammed playlists created by WinA...

Страница 194: ...go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press u to go to the next track Press t or u more than once to continue moving backward or forward through the CD V Information Press to display the artist name and album contained in the ID3 tag BAND Press to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD remains inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxi...

Страница 195: ...ree mode Sharing of the cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries If possible program speed dial or other shortcuts Review the controls and operation of the infota...

Страница 196: ...o Speak Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice Audio System When using the in vehicle Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the audio system volume knob during a call to change the volume level The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls To prevent missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volum...

Страница 197: ...ersonal Identification Number PIN The PIN is used in Step 5 4 Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair For help with this process see the cell phone manufacturer s user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN that was provided in Step 3 After the PIN is successfully entered the sy...

Страница 198: ...ollowing commands are used to delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time Delete This command is used to delete individual name tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling...

Страница 199: ...or two seconds 2 Say Directory 3 Say Hands Free Calling 4 Say List Making a Call 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 c...

Страница 200: ...one is heard in the vehicle Press b g to answer the call For navigation radio press and hold for two seconds 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 ignore th...

Страница 201: ...the audio transfer feature on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for more information Voice Pass Thru Voice pass thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature To access contacts stored in the cell phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth ...

Страница 202: ...Statement on page 13 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Trademarks and License Agreements Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 other U S and worldwide patents issued pending DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks and DTS Digital Sur...

Страница 203: ...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 When the vehicle is first started the display shows the driver s temperature setting the outside temperature the fan ...

Страница 204: ...ed fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available The system starts out blowing air at the floor but may change modes automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting The length of time needed for warm up depends on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since the vehicle was last driven 3 Wait for the s...

Страница 205: ... panel and floor outlets 6 Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield and side window defogger outlets Floor Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield and the floor outlets with a small amount to the side window outlets In this mode the system automatically turns off the recirculation and runs the air conditioni...

Страница 206: ...aximum cool down do the following 1 Select H mode 2 Press 3 Select the a c on 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the highest fan speed Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in the vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off The air conditioning system removes moist...

Страница 207: ...m will not function properly Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window The rear window defogger only works when the engine is running Rear Window Defogger Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible An indicator light comes on to show that the rear window defogger...

Страница 208: ...er compartment air filter removes certain particles from the air including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more often in dusty areas indicate that the filter may need to be replaced See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Notice Driving without a passenger compartment air filter in place can cause water and small particles like paper and leaves to be pulled into your ...

Страница 209: ...Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Climate Controls 8 7 3 Remove the filter and install the new air filter 4 Replace the filter cover 5 Attach the retainer clips I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 210: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 8 8 Climate Controls 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 211: ...of Park 9 22 Parking Manual Transmission 9 23 Parking over Things That Burn 9 23 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 23 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 24 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 24 Manual Mode 9 26 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 29 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 31 Parking Brake 9 32 Brake Assist 9 32 Ride Control Systems Traction Control System TCS 9 33 Acti...

Страница 212: ...gramming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations while driving whether with a passenger or...

Страница 213: ...ing Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time Average driver reaction time is about three quarters of a second In that time a vehicle moving at 100 km h 60 mph travels 20 m 66 ft which could be a lot of distance in an emergency Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include Keep enough dist...

Страница 214: ...ormal at slow speeds See your dealer for service Hydraulic Power Steering This vehicle has hydraulic power steering It may require maintenance See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 30 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or a system malfunction the vehicle can be steered but may required increased effort See your dealer if there is a problem Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonabl...

Страница 215: ...ls to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible If the vehicle starts to slide follow these suggestions Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go The vehicle may straighten out Be ready for a second skid if it occurs Slow do...

Страница 216: ...ve the upper mark that shows the proper operating range Z06 ZR1 manual transmission Grand Sport Coupe and 427 Convertible 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 recommendation...

Страница 217: ...ructed these procedures will not damage the brakes During the burnishing procedure the brake pads will smoke and produce an odor The braking force and pedal travel may increase After the 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 ordinanc...

Страница 218: ...be normal driving or an easy out lap Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of 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...

Страница 219: ...rk the vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep the interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle 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 ...

Страница 220: ...g less traction or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing 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 th...

Страница 221: ... 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 Adjust the climate control system to a setting that circulates the air inside the vehicle and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index Continued WARNING Continued For more information about carbon monoxide ...

Страница 222: ... transmission wear wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out ...

Страница 223: ...more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10 51 and Tire Pressure on page 10 60 There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement...

Страница 224: ...your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Example 1 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 400 kg 181 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 1 68 kg 150 lbs C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs E...

Страница 225: ...he driver door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of 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 Corre...

Страница 226: ...er stack heavier things 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 2414 km 1500 mi of driving this vehicle Parts have a break in p...

Страница 227: ...n normal during the first 2414 km 1500 mi Front Air Dam The vehicle is equipped with a front air dam which has minimal ground clearance Vehicles with the ZR1 package 427 convertibles or Z06 vehicles with RPO CFZ also come with a splitter made from carbon fiber WARNING ZR1s 427 convertibles and Z06s with RPO CFZ contain parts made from carbon fiber When damaged the exposed edges can be very sharp A...

Страница 228: ...er assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop Shift to P Park with an automatic transmission or Neutral with a manual transmission Turn the ignition to OFF 4 Set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page...

Страница 229: ...The engine will not start in Service Only Mode Push the button again to turn the vehicle off Starting the Engine Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral for an automatic transmission For a manual transmission the vehicle can be started in Neutral or any other gear as long as the clutch pedal is pressed To restart a vehicle with a manual transmission when you are already moving use the Neutral ...

Страница 230: ...Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor while cranking for up to 15 seconds maximum Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts let go of the accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again repeat these steps This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Notice Cranking the engine for long periods of t...

Страница 231: ... turned off Audio System Power Windows These features continue to work up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off or until either door is opened If a door is opened the power windows and audio system will shut off Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 32 for more information 2 Move the shift lever into P Par...

Страница 232: ...orque 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 you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the tr...

Страница 233: ...ion 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 Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehi...

Страница 234: ...he engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission on page 9 21 and Engine Exhaust on page 9 23 Automatic Transm...

Страница 235: ...e Shifting out of Park on page 9 22 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission see If the Vehicle Is St...

Страница 236: ...ing wheel spokes to up shift to the next gear or pulling on the paddle behind the steering wheel spokes to down shift to the next gear When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions you may want to shift to 2 Second or 3 Third gear A higher gear allows you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces If traction control is active upshifts are delayed to increase your control o...

Страница 237: ...Display HUD on page 5 29 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 If up shifting does not occur when needed vehicle speed will be limited to protect the engine When the transmission gear does not respond to a shift change the DIC will show an X over the gear d...

Страница 238: ...ar over 68 km h 42 mph For vehicles with a 2 73 1 Axle Ratio RPO GU2 Grand Sport models Up shifts to 4 Fourth gear require approximately 31 km h 19 mph Up shifts to 5 Fifth gear require approximately 39 km h 24 mph Up shifts to 6 Sixth gear require approximately 57 km h 35 mph To prevent damage to the powertrain Manual Paddle downshifts to a lower gear cannot be done above certain speeds The maxim...

Страница 239: ...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 shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern not in any gear R Reverse To back up press down the cl...

Страница 240: ...xt gear One to Four Shift Light Manual Transmission When this light comes on you can only shift from 1 First to 4 Fourth instead of 1 First to 2 Second See One to Four Shift Light Manual Transmission on page 5 21 for more information Downshifting Manual Transmission Do not downshift into the gear shown below at a speed greater than shown in the table 1 First 80 km h 50 mph 2 Second 119 km h 74 mph...

Страница 241: ...clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 21 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses t...

Страница 242: ...otice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions This feature uses...

Страница 243: ...y be heard or felt while it is working but this is normal If cruise control is being used when TCS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage Cruise control may be reengaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 9 41 The SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM message and the Active Handling System light will come on if there is a problem with TCS See Ride Control S...

Страница 244: ...ver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle s brakes The ACTIVE HANDLING message will come on when the system is operating See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 42 for more information The system may be heard or felt while it is working This is normal The SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM mess...

Страница 245: ...tive Driving Mode or Performance Traction Management is unavailable The Active Handling System will feel different in aiding and maintaining directional control Competitive Driving Mode Competitive Driving Mode Performance Traction Management and Launch Control are systems designed to allow increased performance while accelerating and or cornering This is accomplished by regulating and optimizing ...

Страница 246: ...sages on page 5 42 When the Active Handling button is pressed again the Active Handling and TCS systems are on The TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING ON message displays briefly in the DIC and a chime is heard Performance Traction Management Z06 with magnetic Selective Ride Control or ZR1 Performance Traction Management integrates the Traction Control Active Handling and Selective Ride Control sy...

Страница 247: ... HANDLING ON Intended for all driver skill levels Wet or damp conditions only not intended for use in heavy rain or standing water Active Handling is on and engine power is reduced based on conditions PERF TRAC 2 DRY ACTIVE HANDLING ON For use by less experienced drivers or while learning a new track Dry conditions only Active Handling is on and engine power is slightly reduced PERF TRAC 3 SPORT A...

Страница 248: ...control that manages tire spin while launching the vehicle This feature is intended for use during closed course race events where consistent zero to sixty and quarter mile times are desirable Launch Control is only available when the following criteria are met Competitive Driving Mode is selected except Z06 with magnetic Selective Ride Control or ZR1 or any of the Performance Traction Management ...

Страница 249: ...le most of the time but when traction is low this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle Selective Ride Control The vehicle may have a ride control system called magnetic Selective Ride Control The system provides the following performance benefits Reduced Impact Harshness Improved Road Isolation Improved High Speed Stability Improved Handling Response Better Con...

Страница 250: ... to the center position when released The switch will illuminate the current suspension setting 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 whe...

Страница 251: ...ngerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If the vehicle is in cruise control and has the Traction Control System TCS an...

Страница 252: ...peed and stays there If the switch is held at resume accelerate the vehicle keeps going faster until the switch is released or the brake is applied Do not hold the switch at resume accelerate unless you want the vehicle to go faster Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press J at the end o...

Страница 253: ...ddle 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 while the driver s gear selection is active If driving in hilly terrain cruise control may not be able to maintain...

Страница 254: ...el on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com TOP TIER gasoline is only available in the U S and Canada The eighth digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies the vehicle s engine The VIN is at the t...

Страница 255: ...on Refill the tank with premium fuel as soon as possible to avoid damaging the engine If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher the engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 Some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT We recommend against ...

Страница 256: ...TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your ...

Страница 257: ...e engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended Continued WARNING Continued Do not reenter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weath...

Страница 258: ...ter you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care on page 10 79 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfun...

Страница 259: ...tainer while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged Always Use approved fuel containers Continued WARNING Continued Remove container from vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Place container on the ground Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the containe...

Страница 260: ...ld not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment 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 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 24 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page...

Страница 261: ... 10 28 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 10 30 Power Steering Fluid 10 30 Washer Fluid 10 31 Brakes 10 32 Brake Fluid 10 35 Battery 10 37 Rear Axle 10 37 Starter Switch Check 10 38 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 39 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 39 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 39 Windshield Replacement 10 40 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 41 Bulb ...

Страница 262: ...on 10 65 Tire Rotation 10 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 67 Buying New Tires 10 68 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 69 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 70 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 71 Wheel Replacement 10 72 Tire Chains 10 73 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 74 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 75 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 78 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 78 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10...

Страница 263: ...ility and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the v...

Страница 264: ...r vehicle follow the instructions that came with the jack and be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid damaging your vehicle Notice Lifting your vehicle improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To lift your vehicle properly follow the advice in this part To help prevent vehicle damage Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and...

Страница 265: ...tion 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 Lifting From the Rear The rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear of the vehicle on either the driver s or passenger s side I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 266: ...k on page 10 6 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work WARNING It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to...

Страница 267: ...15 Notice Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release 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 windsh...

Страница 268: ...lack plate 8 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 10 8 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6 2L LS3 V8 Engine Without dry sump engine oil tank I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 269: ... E Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 21 F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 30 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Brake Fluid on page 10 35 H Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 13 I Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 45 J Passenger Compartment Air Filter Out of View See Passenger Compartment Air Filt...

Страница 270: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 10 10 Vehicle Care 6 2L LS9 V8 Engine Without engine cover I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 271: ...If Equipped See Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 21 G Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 10 32 H Passenger Compartment Air Filter Out of View See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 8 6 I Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 13 J Dry Sump Engine Oil Tank See Changing Engine Oil and Filter Brake Fluid on page 10 35 K Engine Oil Dipstick ...

Страница 272: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 10 12 Vehicle Care 6 2L LS3 V8 Engine With dry sump engine oil tank or 7 0L LS7 V8 Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 273: ...ke Fluid under Brake Fluid on page 10 35 K Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 21 If the vehicle has the 6 2L LS3 V8 engine with the manual transmission with the dry sump engine oil tank or the 7 0L 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 engine oil Fo...

Страница 274: ...he 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 WARNING The engine oil dipstick handle may be hot it could burn you Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle 2 Pull the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the...

Страница 275: ... order to get an accurate reading the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop The dipstick is located on the dry sump engine oil tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 8 for the location of the dry sump engine oil tank These vehicles have a racetrack ready dry sump engine lubrication system This high performance system operates differently than a standard ...

Страница 276: ...ck handle may be hot it could burn you Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle 4 Remove the dipstick from the external engine oil tank and clean it with a lint free paper towel or a cloth Re insert the dipstick into the external oil tank pushing it all 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 th...

Страница 277: ... Push the dipstick all the way back into the oil tank when through Changing Engine Oil and Filter Z06 ZR1 manual transmission Grand Sport Coupe and 427 Convertible These vehicles have a racetrack ready dry sump engine lubrication system This high performance system operates differently than a standard engine lubrication system and requires a special procedure when changing the engine oil and filte...

Страница 278: ...oil specification and viscosity grade See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Specification Use and ask for licensed engine oils with the dexos1 approved certification mark Engine oils meeting the requirements for the vehicle should have the dexos1 approved certification mark This certification mark indicates that the oil has been approved to the dexos1 specification Corvette recommend...

Страница 279: ...use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This ...

Страница 280: ...he Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the 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 If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system ha...

Страница 281: ...id loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 8 for reservoir location Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 The fluid requires changing every two ...

Страница 282: ... on page 11 3 If driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the 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 ho...

Страница 283: ...o 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 retainer pins and the LS7 and LS9 engines have two 6 2L V8 Engine LS3 Shown 6 2L V8 Engine LS9 and 7 0L V8 Engine LS7 Similar A Screw B Filter Cover C Filter 7 To remove the filter from the LS3 and LS7 engines rem...

Страница 284: ...leaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System Engine The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 7 0L Engine Shown 6 2L Engine Similar A Electric Engine Cooling Fan B Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under t...

Страница 285: ...nd in the service manual To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 17 Checking Coolant 1 Verify that the engine 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...

Страница 286: ...e If improper coolant mixture inhibitors or additives are used in the vehicle cooling system the engine could overheat and be damaged Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engine cooling parts The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Never dispose of engine ...

Страница 287: ...cle to a dealer for service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly Never turn the cap when the cooling system in...

Страница 288: ... 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 tightly 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 4 then reinstall the pressure cap If the coolant is not at the proper level when the system cools down again ...

Страница 289: ... Engine WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when the vehicles engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire ...

Страница 290: ...verheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode lets the vehicle be driven to a safe place up to 80 km 50 mi in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists and the messages COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE and REDUCED ENGINE POWER are displayed along with the check engine light an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps preven...

Страница 291: ... enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the HOT mark When the engine compartment is cool the level should be at the FULL COLD mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Always use the proper fluid Notice Use of the incorrect fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages...

Страница 292: ...n damage the windshield washer system and paint Brakes Brake Wear Except Z06 ZR1 manual transmission Grand Sport Coupe and 427 Convertible This vehicle has disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying ...

Страница 293: ...th worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Make sure that the brakes have been given sufficient time to cool and then set the park brake Rear Front Brake pads can be visually inspected through the wheel by inspecting the outer brake pads at each wheel Brake pads should be replaced when worn to 2 mm of pad thickness New pads are 10 mm thick In addition brake pad inspection is requir...

Страница 294: ... are replaced to confirm that the rotor mass is greater than the wear out mass printed on the rotor The rotor can be reused if the weight of the rotor is above the mass limit Rotor inspection and weighing methods can be found in the service manual See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 17 Brake Rotor Protector WARNING Ceramic rotors will be very hot after operation and touching t...

Страница 295: ...g system are replaced for example when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed be sure to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes might not work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for the vehicle the balance between the front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance expected can change in many other ...

Страница 296: ...e Compartment Overview on page 10 8 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 Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Al...

Страница 297: ... 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 75 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Some vehicles have a battery maintainer package Follow the instructions provided with the battery maintainer package to keep the battery charged when the vehicle is not in use For vehicles without a battery maintaine...

Страница 298: ...cle 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 32 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 For automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should sta...

Страница 299: ...ould 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 with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the tran...

Страница 300: ...ch open pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield far enough to release it from the J hooked end of the wiper arm 4 Remove the wiper blade Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not allow the wiper blade to touch the windshield 5 Reverse Steps 1 th...

Страница 301: ... 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 lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriou...

Страница 302: ...lb 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 with a new bul...

Страница 303: ... vehicle then slide it in 7 Replace the screw at the top of the lamp assembly Back Up Lamps WARNING Exhaust system parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned 1 Reach under the rear fascia and locate the back up lamp assembly 2 Remove the bulb socket by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight out of the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Install the new...

Страница 304: ...ms Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go ...

Страница 305: ... Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Vehicles with the ZR1 package have an intercooler relay located on the fan shroud See your dealer Vehicles with the ZR1 package also have a fuel system mini fuse It is located near the battery in the battery storage c...

Страница 306: ...e Usage 1 Transmission Control Module Transmission 2 Horn Alternator Sense Fuse Usage 3 Antilock Brake System ABS Real Time Damping 4 Wiper 5 Stoplamps Back Up Lamps 6 Oxygen Sensor 7 Battery Main 5 8 Parking Lamps 9 Powertrain Relay Input Electronic Throttle Control 10 Manual Transmission Solenoids 11 Antilock Brake System 12 Odd Numbered Fuel Injectors 13 Electronic Suspension Control Option I n...

Страница 307: ...Headlamp Fuse Usage 24 Driver Side High Beam Headlamp 56 Engine Control Module ECM Transmission Control Module TCM Easy Key Module J Style Fuses Usage 25 Cooling Fan 26 Battery Main 3 27 Antilock Brake System 28 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower 29 Battery Main 2 30 Starter 31 Audio Amplifier J Style Fuses Usage 32 Intercooler Pump 33 Battery Main 1 Micro Relays Usage 34 Horn 35 Air Cond...

Страница 308: ... Spare 51 Spare 52 Spare 53 Spare Spare Fuses Usage 54 Fuse Puller Diodes Usage Diode 1 Wiper Diode 2 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger side of the vehicle under the instrument panel and under the toe board Remove the carpet and toe board covering to access the fuse block by pulling at the top of each corner of the panel Open the fuse block cov...

Страница 309: ...wn Fuses Usage BCK UP LAMP Back up Lamps BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BTSI SOL STR WHL LCK Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Steering Wheel Column Lock CLSTR HUD Cluster Head Up Display CRUISE SWTCH Cruise Control Switch CTSY LAMP Courtesy Lamp DR LCK Door Locks DRIV DR SWITCH Driver Door Switch ECM Engine Control Module ECM I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 310: ...Usage RDO S BAND Radio S Band REAR FOG ALDL TOP SWTCH Rear Fog Lamp Assembly Line Diagnostic Link Connector Convertible Top Switch REVERSE LAMPS Reverse Lamps RUN CRNK Run Crank Relay SDM AOS SWTCH AIRBAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Airbag SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare STOP LAMP Stop Lamp Fuses Usage SWC DM Steering Wheel Dimming TELE SWTCH MSM...

Страница 311: ...Circuit Breaker Fuses Usage TRUNK RELSE Trunk Release WPR DWELL Wiper Dwell WPR WSW Windshield Wiper Washer Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improper...

Страница 312: ...ount and mount the tires Do not spin the tires in excess of 56 km h 35 mph on slippery surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode See Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation on page 10 61 for inflation pressure adjustment for high speed driving Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased tra...

Страница 313: ...op on the side of the road to change the tire Continue driving however do not drive too far or too fast Driving on the tire may not be possible if there is permanent damage The tire can be driven with no air pressure for up to 105 km 65 miles at speeds slower than 90 km h 55 mph The shorter the distance and the slower the speed the greater the chance the tire will not have to be replaced As soon a...

Страница 314: ...Tire 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 curb The warranty does not cover this type of damage Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs potholes and other road hazards Sport Cup Tires This vehicle may come with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup competit...

Страница 315: ...tread and compound that are optimized for maximum dry and wet road performance This special tread and compound will decrease performance in cold climates and on ice and snow We recommend installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving in cold temperatures or on snow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page 10 52 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is ...

Страница 316: ...tification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Unif...

Страница 317: ...e tire The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weig...

Страница 318: ...ss Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that c...

Страница 319: ...d upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating 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 s...

Страница 320: ...ult in Tire overloading and overheating 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 p...

Страница 321: ...h 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 buildup and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a crash and you Continued WARNING Continued or others ...

Страница 322: ... inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tir...

Страница 323: ...ement on page 13 20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly on your v...

Страница 324: ... 67 and Tires on page 10 51 Notice Tire sealant materials are not all the same A non approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage caused by using an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty Always use only the GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function...

Страница 325: ...r Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position after replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off at the next ignition cycle The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions using a TPMS relearn tool in the following order driver side front tire pas...

Страница 326: ...onal tires should not be rotated Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in Directional tires will have an arrow on the tire indicating the proper direction of rotation or will have left or right molded on the sidewall Different tire sizes should not be rotated front to rear Use this rotation pattern if the vehicle has different size tires on the front and rear and they are n...

Страница 327: ...to tell when it is time for new tires Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only 1 6 mm 1 16 in or less of tread remaining See Tire Inspection on page 10 65 and Tire Rotation on page 10 66 The rubber in tires ages over time This also applies to the spare tire if the vehicle has one even if it is never used Multiple factors including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure ...

Страница 328: ...ormance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 55 for additional information GM recommends replacing worn tires in complete sets of four Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicl...

Страница 329: ...r make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC Spec rated tires are installed See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 63 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle See Vehicle...

Страница 330: ...l Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG system does not apply to deep tread winter tires compact spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 ...

Страница 331: ...of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate 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 Safet...

Страница 332: ...uld 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 for replacement WARNING Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment ...

Страница 333: ...airs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Tighten the wheel lug nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence Tire Chains WARNING Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains c...

Страница 334: ... It may be very bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible The vehicle has no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire The vehicle when new had run flat tires This type of tire can operate effectively with no air pressure so there is no need to stop on the side of the road to change a flat tire If driving on a deflated run flat tire for 40 km 25 ...

Страница 335: ...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 they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad gro...

Страница 336: ...ock and engine oil fill cap You will not need to access the battery for jump starting The remote terminals are for that purpose WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and ...

Страница 337: ...her end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It g...

Страница 338: ...l 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 Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13 11 Recreational Vehicle Towing Notice Dolly towing...

Страница 339: ...all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc ...

Страница 340: ... amounts of snow on the top for extended periods of time as damage may also occur Carbon Fiber Panels Carbon fiber panels can be washed and waxed like any other panels Use a clear or black pigmented wax on the inner hood carbon fiber panel ZR1 Hood Window The hood window on the ZR1 can be cleaned in the same manner as the headlamp lenses See Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses for more information Clea...

Страница 341: ...sium calcium or sodium chloride These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust Always wash the chrome with soap and water after exposure Notice To avoid surface damage do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels Use only approved cleaners Also never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chr...

Страница 342: ...ng the vehicle warranty Finish Damage Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Chemical Paint Spotting Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots...

Страница 343: ...se laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers For liquid cleaners use approximately 20 drops per 3 78 L 1 gal of water A concentrated soap solution will leave a residue that creates streaks and attracts dirt Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning Do not use solvents or cleaners containing solvents Interior Glass To...

Страница 344: ...bing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by club soda or plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be necessary to use a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery ...

Страница 345: ... immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent Do not use chlorine bleach Rinse with cold water and then dry completely Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry WARNING Do not bleach or dye safety belts It may severel...

Страница 346: ... side Do not place one floor mat on top of another The driver side floor mat is held in place by two hook type retainers and the passenger side is held in place by one Installing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1 Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to remove it from the hook retainers 2 Reinstall by lining up the openings in the floor mat over the hook retainers and push down into position 3 Make su...

Страница 347: ...can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services With trained technicians th...

Страница 348: ...aintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing a trailer Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional...

Страница 349: ...e system must be reset Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last service Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 19 Required Services Every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine...

Страница 350: ...nspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care on page 10 79 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 38 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 39 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake ...

Страница 351: ...Black plate 5 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Service and Maintenance 11 5 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 352: ...ere is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System Engine on page 10 24 or Cooling System Intercooler on page 10...

Страница 353: ...Black plate 7 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Service and Maintenance 11 7 I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 354: ...vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System Engine on page 10 24 or Cooling System Intercooler on page 10 25 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first 6 Inspect for fraying excessive cracking...

Страница 355: ...to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians can inspect the belts and recommend replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake wear may include chirping grinding or squealing noises or difficu...

Страница 356: ...y fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire wheel balancing services to ensure smooth ve...

Страница 357: ...s can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 358: ...10 13 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 25 ZR1 Only Intercooler System 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 25 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88862806 in Canada 88862807 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that...

Страница 359: ...nsmission 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 37 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Ho...

Страница 360: ...77C 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 12571165 41 1...

Страница 361: ...aintenance 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 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 362: ...Black plate 16 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 363: ...Black plate 17 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 364: ...Black plate 18 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 365: ...om 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 Service Parts ...

Страница 366: ...erant 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 11 9 qt Engine Oil wit...

Страница 367: ...sion 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 Z06 4 3 L 4 5 qt Manual Transmission ZR1 4 3 L 4 5 qt Manual Transmission 427 Convertible 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 Re...

Страница 368: ... 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 Engine Data Engine Horsepower Torque 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 f...

Страница 369: ...lack plate 5 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 Technical Data 12 5 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 2L LS3 V8 7 0L LS7 V8 Engines 6 2L LS9 V8 Engine I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 370: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual 2013 1st crc 3 9 12 12 6 Technical Data 2 NOTES I n f o r ma t i o nP r o v i d e db y ...

Страница 371: ...stance Program Mexico 13 7 Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada 13 11 Scheduling Service Appointments U S and Canada 13 13 Courtesy Transportation Program U S and Canada 13 13 Collision Damage Repair U S and Canada 13 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 13 17 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 13 18 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canad...

Страница 372: ...We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle del...

Страница 373: ... to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter The program is designed so that the...

Страница 374: ...ollowing steps STEP ONE Explain your case to your 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 your dealership owner to ask for their help If they are not able to resolve your...

Страница 375: ...Limited Customer Care 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 Customer Assistance Offices Mexico To contact the Customer Assistance Center CAC use the phone numbers ...

Страница 376: ...t vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and schedule service appointments I Service History View printable dealer recorded service records and self recorded service records D P...

Страница 377: ...et adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800...

Страница 378: ... Service to jump start a dead battery Emergency Messages Transmission of urgent phone messages Emergency Calls Call for emergency services Dealership Location Assistance Information regarding addresses and telephone numbers for Chevrolet dealers Emergency Towing Tow to the nearest dealer for warranty service if the vehicle cannot be driven If the vehicle is involved in an accident during the commi...

Страница 379: ...hicles with a carrying capacity greater than 3 5 tons Complimentary Transportation If you prefer to continue your trip to the intended destination or return to your place of residence and the trip requires more than eight hours driving on the road transportation for the driver and passengers by first class bus or coach commercial airline will be provided to a location chosen by Roadside Assistance...

Страница 380: ...r the terms and conditions of the Roadside Assistance program Any damage to the vehicle without intent derived from the services provided Cost of towing a trailer when choosing a Chevrolet dealer that is nearest to the temporary storage facility for the disabled vehicle Cost of all maneuvers required to access the vehicle when it is not available to be towed Cost of fuel provided Routine vehicle r...

Страница 381: ...ermission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they d...

Страница 382: ...Vehicle registration is required Trip Routing Service Detailed maps of North America are provided when requested either with the most direct route or the most scenic route There is a limit of six requests per year Additional travel information is also available Allow three weeks for delivery Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance Must be over 250 kilometers from where your trip was started to q...

Страница 383: ...powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Limited Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed w...

Страница 384: ...age beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel General Motor...

Страница 385: ...ve 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 collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance...

Страница 386: ... repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take the vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insura...

Страница 387: ...wner 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 Portfolio Owner Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees Current and Past Models Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicle...

Страница 388: ...een 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 from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you...

Страница 389: ...s in the vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened If and how far the driver was pressing the accelerator and or brake pedal How fast the vehicle was traveling This data could provide an understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur Data could be recorded by the vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs no ...

Страница 390: ...tion on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID tech...

Страница 391: ...buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Push or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Push to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free Calling voice commands Give OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation voice commands Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan Push to c...

Страница 392: ...ersonnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these services OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if it is equipped with automatic door locks and can help police locate the v...

Страница 393: ...its voice commands Get My Destination 1 Push System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with address and the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from Google Maps and MapQuest com to their Tu...

Страница 394: ...ds Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing The system responds 911 4 Say Call The system responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Push System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is End a Call Push System responds Call ended Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing 1 Push System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System re...

Страница 395: ...tilock brakes and major vehicle systems It also checks the tire pressures if the vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System If a diagnostics check is needed between e mails push and an Advisor can run a check OnStar Additional Information Transferring Service Push to request account transfer eligibility information The Advisor can assist in canceling or removing account informati...

Страница 396: ...bstructed and compatible with the OnStar hardware OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or it has not been properly maintained If equipment or software is added connected or modified OnStar service may not work Other problems beyond the control of OnStar may prevent service such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architectur...

Страница 397: ...panish Push and ask an Advisor Advisors can speak French or Spanish Potential Issues Some OnStar services are disabled after five days OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle has been off continuously for five days After five days OnStar can contact Roadside Assistance and a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS O...

Страница 398: ...ite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly These systems may not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected Add on Electrical Equipment The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle Do not add any electrical equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 50 Added electrical equipment may interfere with the opera...

Страница 399: ...irbag Inflate 3 17 Where Are the Airbags 3 16 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 24 Passenger Status Indicator 5 17 Readiness Light 5 16 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 24 System Check 3 14 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 12 AM FM Radio 7 6 Antenna Satellite Radio 7 12 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 31 Warning Light 5 21 Appearance Care Exterior 10 79 Interior 10 82 Ashtrays 5 7 Assistance Progr...

Страница 400: ...arge HID Lighting 10 41 License Plate Lamps 10 43 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 10 43 Buying New Tires 10 68 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 45 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 23 Hatch 2 10 Winter Driving 9 10 Cargo Cover 4 2 Cautions Danger and Warnings iii C...

Страница 401: ...ffices 13 5 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 17 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 2 13 4 D Damage Repair Collision 13 14 Danger Warnings and Cautions iii Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Defensive Driving 9 2 Devices Auxiliary 7 16 Diagnostics OnStar 14 5 Distracted Driving 9 2 Door Ajar Messages 5 36 Locks 2 6 Power Locks 2 8 Drive Belt...

Страница 402: ...verheating 10 28 Power Messages 5 39 Running While Parked 9 24 Starting 9 19 Entry Exit Lighting 6 7 Extender Safety Belt 3 12 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 2 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 6 7 F Features Memory 1 9 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 21 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 6 4 Flat Tire 10 74 Floor Mats 10 85 Fluid Automatic Transmission 10 20 Brakes 10 ...

Страница 403: ...ent Program 13 7 H Halogen Bulbs 10 41 Hatch 2 10 Hazard Warning Flashers 6 4 Head Restraints 3 2 Head up Display 5 29 Headlamps Aiming 10 41 Bulb Replacement 10 41 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Flash to Pass 6 2 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 10 41 High Beam On Light 5 24 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Lamps On Reminder 5 25 Twilight Sentinel 6 3 Heated Front Seats 3 6 Heated Mirrors 2 15 High ...

Страница 404: ...rs and Tethers for Children 3 32 3 33 Latches Seatback 3 6 Lifting the Vehicle Tires 10 3 Lighter Cigarette 5 7 Lighting Entry Exit 6 7 Illumination Control 6 6 Lights Active Handling System 5 23 Airbag Readiness 5 16 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 21 Brake System Warning 5 20 Flash to Pass 6 2 Lights cont d Front Fog Lamp 5 24 High Beam On 5 24 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 One to Four Shift 5 2...

Страница 405: ... Ride Control System 5 42 Safety Belt 5 46 Service Vehicle 5 47 Starting the Vehicle 5 47 Tire 5 48 Transmission 5 50 Vehicle 5 33 Vehicle Reminder 5 51 Washer Fluid 5 51 Mirrors Automatic Dimming 2 15 Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 15 Convex 2 14 Folding 2 15 Heated 2 15 Power 2 15 Monitor System Tire Pressure 10 62 N Navigation OnStar 14 2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 20 Net Convenience 4...

Страница 406: ...9 Over Things That Burn 9 23 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 17 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 6 Passenger Sensing System 3 20 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 52 Phone Bluetooth 7 17 Power Door Locks 2 8 Mirrors 2 15 Outlets 5 6 Protection Battery 6 7 Power cont d Retained Accessory RAP 9 21 Seat Adjustment 3 2 Steering Fluid 10 30 Windows 2 16 ...

Страница 407: ...3 18 U S Government 13 18 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 21 Ride Control Systems Active Handling 9 34 Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 39 Messages 5 42 Selective 9 39 Roads Driving Wet 9 8 Roadside Assistance Program 13 7 13 11 Roof Panel 2 18 Rotation Tires 10 66 Routing Engine Drive Belt 12 5 Run Flat Tires 10 53 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 24 S Safety Belts 3 7 Care 3 13 Extender 3 12 How to Wea...

Страница 408: ...hange 6 5 Specifications and Capacities 12 2 Speedometer 5 12 Sport Cup Tires 10 54 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 22 Starter Switch Check 10 38 Starting the Engine 9 19 Starting the Vehicle Messsages 5 47 Steering 9 3 Fluid Power 10 30 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 3 Storage Rear 4 1 Storage Areas Cargo Cover 4 2 Center Console 4 2 Convenience Net 4 3 Glove Box 4 1 Stuck Vehicle 9 12 Sun Visors ...

Страница 409: ...action Active Handling System 9 34 Control System TCS 9 33 Limited Slip Rear Axle 9 39 Off Light 5 22 Selective Ride Control 9 39 Transmission Automatic 9 24 Fluid Automatic 10 20 Fluid Manual 10 21 Messages 5 50 One to Four Shift Light 5 21 Transportation Program Courtesy 13 13 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 5 Twilight Sentinel 6 3 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 70 Universal Remote System 5 60...

Страница 410: ... 20 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 8 Warnings iii Cautions and Danger iii Hazard Flashers 6 4 Washer Fluid 10 31 Messages 5 51 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 71 Different Size 10 69 Replacement 10 72 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 67 Windows 2 16 Power 2 16 Windshield Replacement 10 40 Wiper Washer 5 4 Winter Driving 9 10 Winter Tires 10 52 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 39 I n f o r m...

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