Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9956103) - 2017 - crc - 4/28/16
Driving and Operating
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Warning (Continued)
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Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in your vehicle.
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When you carry
something inside the
vehicle, secure it
whenever you can.
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Follow these recommended
guidelines during the first 2 414 km
(1,500 mi) of driving this vehicle.
Parts have a break-in period and
performance will be better in the
long run.
For the first 322 km (200 mi):
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To break in new tires, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid hard
cornering.
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New brake linings also need a
break-in period. Avoid making
hard stops. This is
recommended every time brake
linings are replaced.
For the first 800 km (500 mi):
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Avoid full throttle starts and
abrupt stops.
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Do not exceed 4000 rpm.
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Avoid driving at any one
constant speed, fast or slow,
including the use of cruise
control.
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Avoid downshifting to brake or
slow the vehicle when the
engine speed will exceed
4000 rpm.
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Do not let the engine labor.
Never lug the engine. With a
manual transmission, shift to the
next lower gear. This rule
applies at all times, not just
during the break-in period.
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After the first 800 km (500 mi),
change the engine oil on
vehicles with the LT1 engine, the
LT4 engine, the Z51 package,
or the Grand Sport package.
For the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi):
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Do not participate in track
events, sport driving schools,
or similar activities.
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Check engine oil with every
refueling and add if necessary.
Oil and fuel consumption may be
higher than normal.
