Chevrolet CORVETTE Owner's Manual page 294

FILTER SOON message displays, the engine
air filter should be replaced at the earliest
convenience. Reset the engine air filter life
system after the engine air filter is replaced.
See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 245.
Transmission Fluid Change
When the CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID
SOON message displays, change the fluid
and filter within the next 1 000 km
(620 mi). Failure to change the transmission
fluid at required intervals can lead to
reduced transmission performance. The
transmission fluid must be changed at least
every three years and the Fluid Life System
must be reset. Your dealer has trained
service technicians who will change the fluid
and reset the system. If the system is ever
reset accidentally, the fluid must be changed
at 72 000 km (45,000 mi) since the last
fluid change. See Dual Clutch Transmission
Fluid Life System 0 245.
Air Conditioning Desiccant (Replace Every
Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years. This service
requires replacement of the desiccant to
help the longevity and efficient operation of
the air conditioning system. This service can
be complex. See your dealer.
Required Services Every 12 000 km
(7,500 mi)
Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and filter, and reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0 241 and
Engine Oil Life System 0 244.
Check the air filter life percentage.
If necessary, replace the engine air filter
and reset the engine air filter life system.
See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 245.
Check engine coolant level. See Cooling
System 0 248.
Check the windscreen washer fluid level.
See Washer Fluid 0 252.
Check the tyre inflation pressures. See
Tyre Pressure 0 267.
Inspect the tyre wear. See Tyre Inspection
0 272.
Visually check for fluid leaks.
Inspect brake system. See Exterior Care
0 282.
Service and Maintenance
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and
chassis components for damage, including
cracks or tears in the rubber boots, loose
or missing parts, or signs of wear, at least
once a year. See Exterior Care 0 282.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually inspect halfshafts and driveshafts
for excessive wear, lubricant leaks, and/or
damage including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or universal joint
looseness, cracked or missing boots, loose
or missing boot clamps, center bearing
excessive looseness, loose or missing
fasteners, and axle seal leaks.
Check the restraint system components.
See Safety System Check 0 56.
Visually inspect the fuel system including
the evaporative (EVAP) system for
damage or leaks. Visually check all fuel
pipes, vapour lines, and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing, and
condition.
Visually inspect the exhaust system and
nearby heat shields for loose or damaged
parts.
Lubricate body components. See Exterior
Care 0 282.
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