Page 1 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Safety Belts Towing ..........1-9 ........... 4-29 Service and Appearance Care ......5-1 Child Restraints ........
Page 2: Canadian Owners
For vehicles P.O. Box 07130 ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Detroit, MI 48207 Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division 1-800-551-4123 wherever it appears in this manual. helminc.com This manual describes features that may or may not be on your speciﬁc vehicle.
Page 3: Using This Manual
Using this Manual CAUTION: Read this owner manual from beginning to end to learn about the vehicle’s features and controls. Pictures and words work together to explain things. These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Index Cautions tell what the hazard is and what to do to avoid To quickly locate information about the vehicle use the...
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Notices are also used in this manual. The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along Notice: These mean there is something that with the text describing the operation or information could damage your vehicle.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Manual Seats ..........1-2 (LATCH) (Coupe and Convertible Power Seats ..........1-3 Models Only) ..........1-39 Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters ......1-3 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Heated Seats ..........1-4 Seat Position ..........1-39 Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel ..1-4...
Page 6: Front Seats
Front Seats To move a manual seat forward or rearward: 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. Manual Seats 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 7: Power Seats
Power Seats Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters To adjust a power seat: On vehicles with power lumbar and side bolsters: • Move the control forward or rearward to adjust the Move (A) forward or rearward to adjust lumbar support. seat forward or rearward. Move (B) up or down to adjust the side bolsters.
Page 8: Heated Seats
Heated Seats To save seating positions in the memory: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, both outside mirrors, and On vehicles with heated seats, the buttons are located the telescopic steering column to a comfortable on the center console. driving position. The ignition must be on for this feature to work.
Page 9: Easy Exit Seat
For vehicles with the Auto Memory Recall, see “Auto A second exit position can be programmed by repeating Memory Recall” under DIC Vehicle Personalization the above steps and pressing button 2. on page 3-75 for more information. To recall an exit position: To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any •...
Page 10: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks The seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats. CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 11 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 12: Seatback Latches
Seatback Latches To unlock, lift up on the latch and push the seatback rearward. When you return the seatback to its original position, make sure the seatback is locked in place. CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 13: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This section of the manual describes how to use area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a safety belts properly. It also describes some things collision, people riding in these areas are more not to do with safety belts.
Page 14: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have as it goes.
Page 15 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-11...
Page 16 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-12...
Page 17: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Page 18: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This section is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a Be aware that there are special things to know about crash —...
Page 19 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 your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.
Page 20 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 21 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 22 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 27: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
Page 28 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. shoulder belt. The belt should go back out of the way. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety Before you close a door, be sure the belt is out of the belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the way.
Page 29: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant outboard occupants. Although you cannot see them, women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 30: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Child Restraints If the safety belt will fasten around you, you should Older Children use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/retailer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 31 The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the What is the proper way to wear safety belts? booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and belt until the child passes the below ﬁt test: get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 32 CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow two children to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Page 33 CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 34: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children CAUTION: Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes Children can be seriously injured or strangled the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their the law in every state in the United States and in neck and the safety belt continues to tighten.
Page 35 CAUTION: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 36 CAUTION: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 37 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle A young child’s hip bones are still so small safety standards.
Page 38: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system.
Page 39: Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the Vehicle the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement CAUTION: copy from the manufacturer.
Page 40 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (Z06 Models Only) Some child restraints have a LATCH system. As part of the LATCH system, your child restraint may have lower attachments and/or a top tether. The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash.
Page 41 Some top tether-equipped child restraints are designed To assist you in locating for use with or without the top tether being attached. the top tether anchors, Others require the top tether always to be attached. the top tether anchor In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing symbol is located on child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether the trim cover.
Page 42 Securing a Child Restraint with a Top Tether 2.3. Route, attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: CAUTION: If the position you are using has a ﬁxed headrest or head restraint and If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached you are using a single to anchors, the child restraint will not be able...
Page 43: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Your vehicle does not have lower anchors or top tether anchors to secure a child restraint with the LATCH Children (LATCH) (Coupe and system. If a national or local law requires that your top tether be anchored, do not use a child restraint in Convertible Models Only) this vehicle because a top tether cannot be properly anchored.
Page 44 A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the CAUTION: (Continued) rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off.
Page 45 Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored.
Page 46 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 47: Airbag System
7. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends If the on indicator is still lit, do not install a child restraint using a top tether anchor, attach and tighten the in this vehicle and check with your dealer/retailer. top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle’s the instructions that came with the child restraint safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 48 Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today’s airbags CAUTION: 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. Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal Here are the most important things to know about the...
Page 49 CAUTION: CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or protection for adults, but not for young very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can children and infants.
Page 50: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-46...
Page 51 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on...
Page 52: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? • If the vehicle hits a narrow object (like a pole), the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the (like a wall).
Page 53: How Does An Airbag Restrain
Your vehicle may or may not have seat-mounted side Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering impact airbags. See Airbag System on page 1-43. wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with Seat-mounted side impact airbags are intended to inﬂate seat-mounted side impact airbags, there are airbag in moderate to severe side crashes.
Page 54: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag CAUTION: Inﬂates? After the frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbags When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that some people the air. This dust could cause breathing may not even realize the airbags inﬂated.
Page 55: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger’s position. The passenger airbag right front passenger airbag.
Page 56 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side CAUTION: impact airbag (if equipped) under certain conditions. The driver’s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front The passenger sensing system works with sensors that passenger airbag inﬂates.
Page 57 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped) if: the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer’s directions and refer to •...
Page 58 For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped), depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build.
Page 59 If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket the way, you will engage the child restraint locking or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat feature. This may unintentionally cause the passenger covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect sensing system to turn the airbag(s) off for some how well the passenger sensing system operates.
Page 60: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. Is there anything I might add to or change There are parts of the airbag system in several places about the vehicle that could keep the airbags around your vehicle.
Page 61 installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also Because I have a disability, I have to get my interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out whether system. This could either prevent proper deployment this will affect my airbag system? of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger If you have questions, call Customer Assistance.
Page 62: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Checking the Restraint Systems readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-37 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 63: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, you may need new After a Crash LATCH system parts. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or LATCH system (if equipped), was CAUTION: not being used at the time of the crash.
Page 64 ✍ NOTES 1-60...
Page 65 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....2-23 Keyless Access System ........2-5 Starting the Engine ........2-23 Keyless Access System Operation ....2-6 Automatic Transmission Operation ....2-26 Manual Transmission Operation ......2-30 Doors and Locks ..........2-10 Parking Brake ..........2-32 Door Locks ..........2-10 Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) ..2-33 Power Door Locks ........2-12...
Page 66 Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ..........2-53 Roof Panel .............2-57 Glove Box ...........2-53 Removing the Roof Panel ......2-57 Cupholders ..........2-53 Storing the Roof Panel ........2-59 Center Console Storage .........2-53 Installing the Roof Panel ........2-60 Floor Mats ...........2-54 Convertible Top ..........2-62 Rear Storage Area ........2-54 Convertible Top (Manual) .......2-62 Convenience Net ..........2-55...
Page 67: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keyless access transmitter is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keyless access transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing...
Page 68 The key, located inside the This vehicle has a keyless access system with keyless access transmitter, pushbutton start. See Ignition Positions on page 2-22 can be used to lock and for information on starting the vehicle. unlock the glove box Notice: If you ever lose your transmitter(s) and/or and to open the key, it could be difficult to get into your vehicle.
Page 69: Keyless Access System
Keyless Access System If there is a decrease in the keyless access transmitter range, try this: The Keyless Access System operates on a radio • Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far frequency subject to Federal Communications from the vehicle. It may be necessary to stand Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 70: Keyless Access System Operation
Keyless Access System Operation (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door. The light on the door ﬂashes two times. Press two times The Keyless Access System transmitter functions within ﬁve seconds to unlock both doors. If it is dark work up to 100 feet (30 m) away. enough outside, the interior lamps come on.
Page 71: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each keyless access transmitter is coded to allow only transmitters programmed to the vehicle to work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed by your dealer/retailer. Your dealer/retailer can reprogram the vehicle so lost or stolen transmitters no longer work with the vehicle.
Page 72 The Canadian immobilizer standard requires Canadian 3. Insert the vehicle key into the key cylinder located owners to see their dealer/retailer for matching new above the license plate. See Hatch on page 2-13 transmitters when two recognized transmitters are not for more information.
Page 73: Battery Replacement
If additional transmitters need programing, take transmitter 1 out of the transmitter pocket and place transmitter 2 in the pocket. Up to four transmitters can be programmed. The DIC then displays MAXIMUM NUMBER OF FOBS LEARNED and exits the programming mode. Press the Acc.
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, press the lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter. Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle.
Page 75 From the inside, use the power door lock switch located at the top of the door panel near both windows. See Power Door Locks on page 2-12. To open a door from the inside, press the button (B) in front of the door handle and push the door open. You will hear a tone when the button is pressed.
Page 76: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Door Unlock The power door lock switches are located on the doors. There is an indicator light on the rear of the door Your vehicle is programmed so that when the shift near the window. lever is moved into PARK (P) for automatic transmission (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors.
Page 77: Hatch
Hatch Notice: Closing the hatch/trunk lid forcefully or from the sides can cause damage to the glass, the defogger or the weather stripping. Be sure objects will ﬁt in the hatch/trunk area before closing the CAUTION: hatch/trunk lid. When closing the hatch/trunk lid, gently pull down from the center.
Page 78 Hatch/Trunk Lid Release There are several ways to release the hatch/trunk lid. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in PARK (P). For manual transmission vehicles, the parking brake must be set when the ignition is started for the hatch/trunk release to operate.
Page 79: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing (Convertible Only) items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.
Page 80: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 81: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Down Window Press the front of the switch to the second position The power window to activate the express-down feature. If you want to stop switches are located the window as it is lowering, press the switch again. on each door.
Page 82: Sun Visors
Power Window Initialize Theft-Deterrent Systems After a power reconnect such as battery replacement, Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. the window index-up feature will not function until This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, the system is initialized. they do not make it impossible to steal.
Page 83: Arming The System
Arming the System Testing the Alarm To arm the system: To test the system: • 1. Make sure the trunk lid/hatch is latched. Press on the keyless access transmitter. 2. Lower the window on the driver door. • Open the door and lock the door with the power door lock switch.
Page 84: Immobilizer
Immobilizer You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light comes on if there is a problem with This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: The system has one or more keyless access 1.
Page 85: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
• It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles replacement keyless access transmitters. Up to four (322 km) or so. During this time the new brake keyless access transmitters can be programmed for the linings are not yet broken in.
Page 86: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions (START): Press this button while your foot is on the brake for an automatic transmission, or while pressing Your vehicle has an in the clutch for a manual transmission, to start the electronic keyless ignition engine. If your vehicle is in OFF or Retained Accessory with a pushbutton start.
Page 87: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Starting the Engine When the engine is off, press this button to place the vehicle in accessory mode. ACCESSORY MODE ON will display on the Driver Information Center (DIC). Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for This mode allows you to use things like the radio an automatic transmission.
Page 88 To start your vehicle, do the following: 3. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until 1. For an automatic transmission, with your foot on the the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. brake pedal, press the START button located on the instrument panel.
Page 89 Stopping Your Engine Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, move the protects components. Once cranking has been shift lever to PARK (P) and press and hold the Acc. initiated, the engine continues cranking for a few (Off/Accessory) button, located on the instrument panel, seconds or until the vehicle starts.
Page 90: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: (Continued) There are several different positions for your shift Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is lever. running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to...
Page 91 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is the transmission. The repairs would not be covered moving forward could damage the transmission.
Page 92 Manual Paddle Shift icy conditions, you may want to shift to second (2) or third (3) gear. A higher gear allows you to gain more While in the SPORT MODE (S) position, the paddles traction on slippery surfaces. If the traction control is located on the steering wheel, can be used to manually active, upshifts are delayed to increase your control of the up-shift or down-shift the transmission.
Page 93 The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow either an Manual Paddle Shift operation is available for use with up-shift or a down-shift if the vehicle speed is too Cruise Control, see Cruise Control on page 3-11 for fast or too slow, nor will it allow a start from Fourth (4) more information.
Page 94: Manual Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission Operation SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the This is the shift pattern for accelerator pedal.
Page 95 Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) If your engine speed drops below 900 rpm, or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or CAUTION: for good engine performance.
Page 96: Parking Brake
Downshifting (Manual Transmission) Parking Brake Do not downshift into the gear shown below at a speed The parking brake lever is located to the right of the greater than shown in the table: center console. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. FIRST (1) 50 mph (80 km/h) Pull the parking brake lever up.
Page 97: Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Into Park Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) (Automatic Transmission) CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle the engine running. The vehicle could move if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 98: Shifting Out Of Park
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your battery. transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the...
Page 99: Parking The Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
Parking the Vehicle Engine Exhaust (Manual Transmission) CAUTION: Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R) and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot turn the ignition off and release the clutch.
Page 100: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with CAUTION: the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 101: Mirrors
Mirrors Map Lamps The mirror has map lamps located at the bottom of the mirror. To manually turn the lamps on or off, press Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror the button next to each lamp. ® with OnStar and Compass Compass Operation The vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview The mirror has an eight-point compass display in the ®...
Page 102: Compass Variance
Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, your compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Page 103: Compass Display
Cleaning the Mirror Compass Display When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar Press the on/off button, located to the far left, brieﬂy to material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray turn the compass display on or off. glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to be the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Page 104 Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If not adjusted to account for compass variance, the mirror’s compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside of zone eight.
Page 105: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration Outside Power Heated Mirrors The compass may need calibration if one of the The controls for the following occurs: outside power mirrors are located on the • After approximately ﬁve seconds, the display does driver door. not show a compass heading (N for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass.
Page 106: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Both mirrors are heated to rid them of snow, ice, or condensation. They will heat when the rear window defogger is turned on. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on CAUTION: page 3-26. Both mirrors can manually be folded inward by pulling A convex mirror can make things (like other them toward the vehicle.
Page 107: Onstar System
® OnStar System OnStar service is provided to you subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions. OnStar service can be canceled at any time by contacting OnStar. A complete OnStar Owner’s Guide and the OnStar Terms and Conditions are included in the vehicle’s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature.
Page 108: Onstar Virtual Advisor
Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan OnStar Hands-Free Calling • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice • Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation (AACN) commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into (If equipped) the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid •...
Page 109: How Onstar Service Works
How OnStar Service Works Location information about the vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are available and The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle unobstructed. information. This information is automatically sent to an The vehicle must have a working electrical system OnStar Call Center when the OnStar button is (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar pressed, the emergency button is pressed, or if the...
Page 110: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote Universal Home Remote System Operation System The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand-held radio-frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 111 Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for To program up to three devices: use in other vehicles, as well as, for future programming. 1. Press START or put the vehicle in accessory mode. Only the original remote control transmitter is needed for See Ignition Positions on page 2-22 for additional Fixed Code programming.
Page 112 4. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds.
Page 113 Programming Universal Home Remote — Fixed 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 before 1996 are Fixed Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting.
Page 114 The garage door opener receiver (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 are 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.
Page 115 3. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” • When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” • If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.”...
Page 116 Using Universal Home Remote 6. After entering all of the switch positions, again, ﬁrmly press and release all three buttons at the Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of same time. The indicator lights turn on. a second.
Page 117: Storage Areas
Reprogramming Universal Home Storage Areas Remote Buttons Glove Box Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions. To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use the key Erasing Universal Home Remote to lock and unlock. The glove box has a light inside. Buttons Cupholders The programmed buttons should be erased when the...
Page 118: Floor Mats
Floor Mats Rear Storage Area There are two rear storage compartments in the ﬂoor of The ﬂoor mats are designed to remain in position under the rear hatch/trunk area. your feet and out of reach of the accelerator pedal. The driver side ﬂoor mat is held in place by two locator pins and the passenger side is held in place by one.
Page 119: Convenience Net
Rear Trunk Partition For vehicles with the power convertible top option only, there is a trunk partition to keep cargo from getting in the way of the convertible top. The trunk partition must be in place for the top to move. If the trunk partition is not properly in place the ATTACH TRUNK PARTITION Driver Information Center (DIC) message will display and you will not be able to remove the convertible top.
Page 120: Cargo Cover
Cargo Cover If your vehicle has this feature, the security shade can provide hidden storage in the rear area of the vehicle. The shade is also helpful in blocking the glare from the removable roof when it is stored in the rear compartment. Using the Cargo Cover 1.
Page 121: Roof Panel
Roof Panel 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 vehicle may have a removable roof panel. Follow the stowage receivers after removing it from the procedures listed when removing or installing it.
Page 122 The driver’s side handle moves toward the driver’s 6. To unlock the release latches on the front of the door. The passenger’s side handle moves toward roof panel, grasp each handle with your ﬁngers the passenger’s door. and pull it outward. 2-58...
Page 123: Storing The Roof Panel
Storing the Roof Panel 7. To unlock the rear of the roof panel’s rear release latch, press the back of the release CAUTION: handle (B). Then press the button on the front of the release If a roof panel is not stored properly, it could handle, (A) with be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or your thumb.
Page 124: Installing The Roof Panel
Installing the Roof Panel 2. Insert the roof panel so that the outside front edges line up between the receiver covers. CAUTION: Push forward on the roof panel until it stops. An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or ﬂy off the vehicle. You or others could be injured.
Page 125 In most cases, it makes it easier if two people re-install 6. Turn the front release the roof panel. handles inward so that they latch to the 1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake. closed position. Shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P).
Page 126: Convertible Top
Convertible Top Convertible Top (Manual) For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see Convertible Top on page 5-94 under “Service and Appearance Care”. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. If the vehicle has this feature, the following procedures explain the proper operation of the manual convertible top.
Page 127: Lowering The Manual Convertible Top
Lowering the Manual Convertible Top Notice: Lowering the convertible top when there are objects in the storage area could damage 1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatic it or break the glass rear window. Always verify that transmission into PARK (P) and set the parking no objects are in the storage area before lowering brake.
Page 128 5. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the convertible 6. Tilt the driver seatback forward and press the top off of the windshield frame. Then lift upward on tonneau cover release button located on the the rear edge (B) of the convertible top so it is underside of the tonneau cover (C) behind the vertical to the tonneau cover (C).
Page 129 The tonneau cover emergency manual release cable is located underneath the carpeting behind the passenger’s seat head restraint, on the underside forward edge of the tonneau cover. To access the cable, lift and pull back the carpeting. Also, see Hatch on page 2-13 for information on the emergency trunk release handle.
Page 130 Raising the Manual Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P) and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into NEUTRAL and set the parking brake. 2. Lower both windows. 3. Make sure the ignition is off. 4.
Page 131 6. Pull the convertible top up by ﬁrmly gripping the 7. Lift the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to its front edge (A) near the center and applying a full-up position by ﬁrst raising the front edge (A). brisk upward and forward motion to get the top in 8.
Page 132: Convertible Top (Power)
To operate the power convertible top use the following steps. Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always close the convertible top if leaving your vehicle outdoors. Notice: Lowering the convertible top when there are objects in the storage area could damage it or break the glass rear window.
Page 133 Lowering the Power Convertible Top 4. Push and hold the bottom of the power 1. Park on a level surface. Start the engine. Shift an convertible top button, automatic transmission into PARK (P) and set the located to the left of parking brake.
Page 134 Raising the Power Convertible Top 4. After the convertible top is completely raised, release the power convertible top button. Notice: If you raise or lower the convertible top 5. Pull the convertible front top latch down and turn it while the vehicle is in motion, you could damage the counterclockwise to lock the convertible top.
Page 135 If the vehicle has lost power, the convertible top can still be raised by releasing pressure on the hydraulic pump, located under the passenger’s side of the tonneau cover, by using the following steps. The carpet liner on the passenger’s side must be pulled back to access the hydraulic pump.
Page 136 When power is restored to the vehicle, the hydraulic bolt must be tightened, by turning it clockwise. The power convertible top button can then be used to lower or raise the convertible top. If the power convertible top is operated multiple times, the engine should be running to prevent drain on the vehicle’s battery.
Page 137 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Battery Run-Down Protection ......3-20 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Head-Up Display (HUD) .........3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-7 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ......3-24 Horn .............3-7 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......3-25 Tilt Wheel .............3-7 Climate Controls ..........3-26 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-8 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-26 Turn and Lane-Change Signals (Auto Signal) ..3-9...
Page 138 Section 3 Instrument Panel Tire Pressure Light ........3-44 Audio System(s) ..........3-84 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-45 Setting the Clock ..........3-85 Engine Oil Pressure Gage ......3-48 Radio(s) ............3-85 Security Light ..........3-49 Using an MP3 ..........3-98 Fog Lamp Light ..........3-49 XM Radio Messages ........3-102 Lights On Reminder ........3-50 Navigation/Radio System ......3-103 Highbeam On Light ........3-50...
Page 139 ✍ NOTES...
Page 140: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 141 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-32. J. Center Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-32. B. Head-Up Display Controls (If Equipped). See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-20. K.
Page 142: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers T. Heated Seat Controls (If Equipped). See Heated Seats on page 1-4. Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. U. Shift Lever (Automatic Shown). See Automatic They also let police know you have a problem. Your Transmission Operation on page 2-26 or Manual front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off.
Page 143: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 144: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Telescopic Steering Column Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever If your vehicle has this feature, the telescopic steering column will allow you to adjust the distance the steering wheel is from the instrument panel. The telescopic steering column switch is located on the right side of the steering column.
Page 145: Turn And Lane-Change Signals (Auto Signal)
Turn and Lane-Change Signals If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you (Auto Signal) signal a turn, check the fuses and check for burned-out bulbs.
Page 146: Flash-To-Pass
Flash-to-Pass & (Delay): Move the lever to this position to set a delay between wipes. To use the ﬂash-to-pass feature, brieﬂy pull the turn signal lever toward you. The high-beam indicator ﬂashes (Delay Adjustment): Move the lever to this to indicate to the other driver that you intend to pass. position to choose a delayed wiping cycle.
Page 147: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Cruise Control The lever on the right side of the steering column also Your vehicle has cruise controls the windshield washer. There is a button at the control. end of the lever. To spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield, press the button and hold it.
Page 148: Setting Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long CAUTION: trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 149 Resuming a Set Speed • Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed the speed desired, and then release the switch. and then you apply the brake. This, of course, To increase your speed in very small amounts, disengages the cruise control.
Page 150 Using Cruise Control on Hills • If driving in hilly terrain, cruise control may not be able to maintain vehicle speed if an up-shift How well your cruise control will work on hills depends or down-shift is not selected by the driver. upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the While driving on hilly terrain and cruise control is hills.
Page 151: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps To reset to AUTO mode turn the control to exterior lamps and then back to AUTO. Automatic mode also resets when your vehicle is turned off and then back on again if the control is left in the AUTO position. (Parking Lamp): Turning the band to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following: •...
Page 152: Wiper Activated Headlamps
Wiper Activated Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) This feature activates the headlamps and parking lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for after the windshield wipers have been in use for others to see the front of your vehicle during the approximately 15 seconds and deactivates and returns day.
Page 153: Fog Lamps
When it is dark enough outside, the front turn signal To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp control to lamps turn off and the normal low-beam headlamps the off position or shift into PARK (P). The DRL turn on. will stay off until the control is toggled again or the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P).
Page 154: Twilight Sentinel
® Twilight Sentinel You can idle the vehicle with the lamps off, even when it is dark outside. ® Twilight Sentinel can turn your lamps on and off for you. After starting the vehicle, turn the exterior lamp control A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the band on the multifunction lever to off and then ®...
Page 155: Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver Turn and hold the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them. During the day, this knob will adjust the instrument panel brightness If the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been and at night will adjust all interior lighting. left on, the exterior lamps will turn off as soon as the ignition is turned off or Retained Accessory Power Be sure not to have this knob turned all the way...
Page 156: Reading Lamps
Reading Lamps Head-Up Display (HUD) The inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps. The lamps will go on when a door is opened. When CAUTION: the doors are closed, each lamp can be turned on individually by pressing the switch for that lamp. If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in An ambient light is located in the passenger sun visor your ﬁeld of view, it may take you more time to...
Page 157 • There are three HUD modes that you can choose to view Manual Paddle Shift Gear Indicator (If Equipped) in the HUD display. By pressing the MODE button, you These displays on the HUD are for use when can scroll through these modes in the following order: using the manual paddle shift controls to shift the transmission.
Page 158 When the desired HUD display has been selected, release the MODE button. Within each mode, the display, can be further customized by pressing the PAGE button. Pressing this button in each mode will turn off and on the following: • Street Mode —...
Page 159 The HUD controls are 2. Adjust the seat to a comfortable driving position. located to the left of the If you change your seat position later, you may steering wheel. have to re-adjust your HUD. 3. Press the up or down arrows to center the HUD image in your view.
Page 160: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
Accessory Power Outlet(s) Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or ﬁlm that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. The accessory power outlet can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a CB radio.
Page 161: Ashtray(S) And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located on the be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use instrument panel, in front of the shift lever.
Page 162: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): Press the AUTO button to Dual Automatic Climate Control place the entire system in the automatic mode. When automatic operation is active, the system will System automatically control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, and the fan speed. With this system you can control the heating, cooling, After a ten second display of the current settings, and ventilation for your vehicle.
Page 163: Manual Operation
The length of time needed for warm up will depend If the passenger’s climate control system is off, the on the outside temperature and the length of time driver’s temperature knob will control the temperature that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven. for the entire vehicle.
Page 164 x 9 w (Fan): Press the button with the fan symbol (Air Conditioning Off): Press this button to turn the to manually increase or decrease the fan speed. air conditioning compressor off. Press AUTO to return Keep pressing the up or down arrow on this switch until to automatic operation.
Page 165 Sensors For quick cool down on hot days press the AUTO button and adjust the temperature to a cool, comfortable setting. The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar To achieve maximum cool down, do the following: radiation and uses the information to maintain the 1.
Page 166: Defogging And Defrosting
These delays prevent false readings. If the temperature Press the mode button until the defog mode appears on goes down, the outside temperature will be shown the display. when you start the vehicle. If it has been turned off for (Floor/Defog): This mode directs the air equally less than three hours, the temperature will be recalled between the windshield and the ﬂoor outlets with a small...
Page 167: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger Your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors. The mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to surface of the mirrors when the rear window defog remove fog or frost from the rear window.
Page 168: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Passenger Compartment Air Filter Use the tab located on the air outlets to change the The passenger compartment air ﬁlter removes certain direction of the airﬂow. particles from the air including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airﬂow, which may occur more often in Operation Tips dusty areas, indicate that the ﬁlter may need to be replaced.
Page 169 To check or replace the air ﬁlter, do the following: 3. Remove the passenger compartment air ﬁlter from the housing. 1. Undo the passenger compartment air ﬁlter housing 4. Insert the new ﬁlter into the housing. cover retainer clips (A). 5.
Page 170: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays may be on your vehicle.
Page 171: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 172: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Safety Belt Reminders Your speedometer lets you see your speed in either Safety Belt Reminder Light miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). For more information see “Personal Options” under When the engine is started, a chime will come on for DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-75.
Page 173: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for If the airbag readiness light stays on after you malfunctions. The light indicates if there is an electrical start your vehicle, it means the airbag system problem.
Page 174: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol, The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. to let you know the status to let you know the status The rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status of the right front passenger frontal and seat-mounted indicator.
Page 175 If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be CAUTION: a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer/retailer for service. Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s CAUTION: frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact...
Page 176: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage One-to-Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission) The voltmeter shows the voltage output of your When this light comes on, battery. When the engine you can only shift from is running, it shows FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) the voltage output of the instead of FIRST (1) to charging system.
Page 177: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light If the light comes on while you are driving and you have a CHECK BRAKE FLUID message showing on the Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into DIC, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice two parts.
Page 178: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light For vehicles with the This light should come on Antilock Brake System brieﬂy as you start the (ABS), this light comes on engine. If the light does not brieﬂy when the engine come on then, have it is started.
Page 179: Active Handling System Light
Active Handling System Light When the system is working, you will see the ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in the DIC. You may also feel or hear the system working. The Active Handling System light will come on brieﬂy This is normal. as you start the engine.
Page 180: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Tire Pressure Light This light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started. United States Canada This light also comes on when one or more of the tires This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. are signiﬁcantly underinﬂated. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, A tire pressure message in the Driver Information your engine is too hot.
Page 181: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty. Check Engine Light Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, A computer system called OBD II (On-Board transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires...
Page 182: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light Is Flashing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should The following can prevent more serious damage to turn the light off. your vehicle: Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? •...
Page 183: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Emissions Inspection and Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical Maintenance Programs emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be Some state/provincial and local governments have or considered not ready for inspection.
Page 184: Engine Oil Pressure Gage
Engine Oil Pressure Gage The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascals) when the engine is running. Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi (140 to 550 kPa). In certain situations such as long, extended idles on hot days, it could read as low as 6 psi (40 kPa) and still be considered normal.
Page 185: Security Light
Security Light CAUTION: For information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Theft-Deterrent System If you do, your engine can become so hot that on page 2-18. it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 186: Lights On Reminder
Lights On Reminder Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you This light comes on about how much fuel you whenever the parking have left when the lamps are on. engine is on. See Headlamps on Reminder on page 3-16 for more information.
Page 187: Driver Information Center (Dic)
ﬁt it. • The DIC comes on when the ignition is turned on. After The gage pointer may move while cornering, displaying CORVETTE BY CHEVROLET, the DIC braking or speeding up. will display the current driver and the information that •...
Page 188: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays (Gages): Press this button to display gage information like oil pressure and temperature, coolant The Driver Information Center (DIC) has different modes temperature, automatic transmission ﬂuid temperature, if which can be accessed by pressing the following equipped, battery voltage, and front/rear tire pressures.
Page 189 FUEL Button Fuel Range: The range calculates the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It is based on The fuel button displays average fuel economy and fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank. instantaneous fuel economy, calculated for your speciﬁc Press the fuel button again to display the range, driving conditions, and range information.
Page 190 GAGES Button Coolant Temperature: This display shows the engine coolant temperature. The gages button displays oil pressure, oil temperature, Press the gages button again to display the coolant coolant temperature, transmission ﬂuid temperature temperature, such as: for automatic transmission vehicles only, battery voltage, •...
Page 191: Trip Button
TRIP Button Battery Voltage: This display shows the current battery voltage. The TRIP button displays the odometer, trip distance, Press the gages button again to display the battery elapsed time, average speed, and oil life remaining voltage, such as: information. •...
Page 192 Both of the trip odometers can be used simultaneously. Pressing and holding the RESET button for at least TRIP A could be used to track the distance to a 10 seconds will reset the timer display to the time since destination.
Page 193: Reset Button
DIC Warnings and Messages Remember, you must reset the engine oil life system yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver To reset the system, see Engine Oil Life System that the status of the vehicle has changed and that on page 5-23.
Page 194 ABS (Antilock Brake System) ACTIVE ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING This message displays when the Antilock Brake System This message displays and the active handling system (ABS) is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a light on the instrument panel cluster turns on while the braking skid.
Page 195: Buckle Passenger
BUCKLE PASSENGER The Active Handling System performance is affected until the next message ACTIVE HANDLING READY is This message reminds you to buckle the passenger’s displayed in the DIC. See Active Handling System safety belt. on page 4-7 for more information. This message displays and a chime sounds when the To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button.
Page 196: Check Coolant Level
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder will be This message displays when the engine coolant level repeated. If the driver’s safety belt is already buckled, is low.
Page 197: Competitive Driving Mode
COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this This message displays and a chime sounds if the engine condition changes. coolant exceeds 255°F (124°C). If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP pull off the road, stop your vehicle, and turn off the This message displays and a chime sounds if the trunk...
Page 198 CRUISE DISENGAGED ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM This message displays brieﬂy when you disengage the cruise control system by stepping on the brake on This message displays if the engine oil temperature an automatic transmission vehicle or the clutch on a exceeds 320°F (160°C).
Page 199: Ice Possible
HIGH TIRE PRESSURE When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the A/C operation automatically resumes. You can continue This message displays when one or more of the tires is to drive your vehicle. If this message continues to over-inﬂated. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, appear, have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage.
Page 200: Low Tire Pressure
LOW TIRE PRESSURE See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-44. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read other messages that may have been sent at CAUTION: the same time, press the RESET button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can.
Page 201 NO FOBS DETECTED This message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter when you have attempted to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed. The following conditions may cause this message to appear: •...
Page 202: Automatic Transmission Only
NO FOB - OFF OR RUN? PRESS BRAKE TO START ENGINE (Automatic Transmission Only) This message displays when the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you This message displays if you try to start the engine by are trying to turn the ignition off.
Page 203 SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every ﬁve minutes until this If this message displays while you are driving, stop as condition changes. soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is engine again to reset the system.
Page 204: Service Charging System
SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM SERVICE RIDE CONTROL If this message displays while you are driving, there This message displays when the Selective Ride Control may be a problem with the electrical charging system. system has detected a malfunction and the system It could mean that there is a loose or broken drive belt or must be serviced.
Page 205: Service Vehicle Soon
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM SERVICE VEHICLE SOON If this message displays when you are driving, there is a This message displays and a chime sounds when there problem with the Traction Control System (TCS) and may be an electrical or another system problem with your vehicle is in need of service.
Page 206 SHIFT TO PARK SHOCKS INOPERATIVE If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, this This message displays when a malfunction is present in message displays if the vehicle is not in PARK (P) when the Selective Ride Control system which is causing the engine is being turned off.
Page 207 TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP This message displays when one or more of the tires is ﬂat. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, This message displays and a chime sounds when the RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to power convertible top button is pressed and the indicate which tire is affected.
Page 208 TRACTION SYSTEM ACTIVE TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING – ON This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road If the Traction Control System (TCS) and Active conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so Handling System are off, this message displays brieﬂy, adjust your driving accordingly.
Page 209: Turn Signal On
TRACTION SYSTEM – ON If driving in a performance or competitive manner, the use of (S) Sport Automatic Mode or (S) Sport This message displays and a single, quick tone sounds Manual Paddle Shift gear selection is recommended. when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 on by pressing the Active Handling System button on for more information.
Page 210: Other Messages
Other Messages • HATCH AJAR (Coupe) • INTRUSION SENSOR OFF, if your vehicle has this Here are more messages that you can receive on your feature Driver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge a • message and read another message that may have INTRUSION SENSOR ON, if your vehicle has this come on at the same time, press the RESET button.
Page 211: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization The current driver’s preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs: Many features on your vehicle can be personalized. • The lock or unlock button on the keyless access This means that the operation of these features can be transmitter, labelled 1 or 2, is pressed.
Page 212 Entering the Personal Options Menu Personal Options To enter the personal options menu, use the following The following options are available for programming: steps: Display Units: This option allows you to choose 1. If you have an automatic transmission vehicle, the measurement units.
Page 213 Press the OPTION button until AUTO MEMORY In order for the Auto Exit Recall feature to work on an RECALL appears on the display, then press the RESET automatic transmission vehicle, the vehicle must be button to scroll through the following modes: in PARK (P).
Page 214 Approach Lights: This option brieﬂy turns on the When the mode you want is selected, press the parking lamps, the front fog lamps and the back-up OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the lamps during low light periods when the keyless access next personal option.
Page 215 If you choose 90 S, the twilight delay time will be set to Flash at Lock: This option activates the front and rear 90 seconds. turn signals for one long ﬂash when the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. This will When the mode you want is selected, press the only occur when the vehicle is off.
Page 216 FOB Reminder: This option chirps the horn three times For example, if there are two keyless access when the driver’s door is closed and there is a keyless transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed, the access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. other will be locked in.
Page 217 If you choose HORN, the doors will automatically lock If you choose DRIVER, only the driver’s door will and the horn will chirp eight seconds after you turn automatically unlock when you approach and open the the ignition off, remove a keyless access transmitter driver’s door with the keyless access transmitter.
Page 218 If you choose BOTH, on automatic transmission If you choose a language that you do not understand, vehicles, both doors will automatically unlock when the press the OPTION and RESET buttons for ﬁve seconds. shift lever is moved into PARK (P). On manual The DIC will begin displaying all of the various transmission vehicles, both doors will automatically languages one by one for as long as the buttons are...
Page 219 To program a name, use the following procedure: If you make a mistake and would like to clear or replace a letter, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the PERSONAL OPTIONS menu and select 6.1. Press the RESET button to reach the letter the driver number (1 or 2) that you would like to you would like to change.
Page 220: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) While your vehicle is parked: • Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read • Familiarize yourself with its operation. the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. • Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
Page 221: Radio(S)
Setting the Clock Radio(s) With the ignition on and the radio off, press the H or the M button to enter clock mode. Press and hold H until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold M until the correct minute appears on the display. To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour, press either the H or the M button to enter the clock mode.
Page 222: Playing The Radio
Radio Data System (RDS) Playing the Radio Top Knob (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). on and off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 223: Finding A Station
® Finding a Station If your vehicle has the Bose sound system, it includes ® ® Bose AudioPilot noise compensation technology. ® BAND: Press to switch between AM, XM1 or XM2 When turned on, AudioPilot continuously adjusts (if equipped), FM1, or FM2. The display shows the audio system equalization to compensate for the selection.
Page 224: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 30 stations (six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (Bass/Treble): Press to select BASS or (if equipped), six FM1, and six FM2), can be TREBLE. Turn to increase or to decrease the tone. programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by If a station is weak or has static, decrease the treble.
Page 225: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Finding a Category Station (RDS and XM™ (if equipped)) (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press until To select and ﬁnd a desired category perform the BALANCE displays. Turn to move the sound toward the following: right or the left speakers.
Page 226: Rds Messages
SCAN: Scan the stations within a category by (Information): If the current station has a message, performing the following: INFO (information) displays. Press to see the message. The message can display the artist, song title, call in 1. Press the CAT button. The last selected category phone numbers, etc.
Page 227: Radio Messages
XM™ Satellite Radio Service If TA is on the display, press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements. XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the The radio plays the traffic announcement even if the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian volume is low.
Page 228 Playing a CD (Single CD Player) not at all. Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing if and the outer edge.
Page 229 Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) To load more than one CD but less than six, complete Steps 1 through 3. When ﬁnished loading CDs, If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in press the button to cancel the loading function. the player, it stays in the player.
Page 230 If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD is To use random, do one of the following: automatically pulled back into the player. If the CD • To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in is pushed back into the player, before the 25 second random order, press and release until RANDOM time period is complete, the player senses an error and...
Page 231 AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press to select (Eject): Press to eject the CD. EJECT can be the equalization setting while playing a CD. The activated with either the ignition or radio off. equalization is stored when a CD is played. For more SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of information on AUTO EQ, see “AUTO EQ”...
Page 232 Using R (Song List) Mode SONGLIST FULL displays if you try to save more than 20 selections. (Single CD, MP3, and Six-Disc CD) To play the song list, press the button. The recorded This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. tracks begins to play in the order they were saved.
Page 233 CD Messages After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track is added to the end of the list. CHECK CD or CD READ ERROR: If this message displays and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: the following reasons:...
Page 234: Using An Mp
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing. Press again and The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the system begins playing audio from the connected the right side of the faceplate.
Page 235 • Root Directory Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ﬁnd songs while driving. Organize songs by albums The root directory is treated as a folder. If the root using one folder for each album. Each folder directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the directory is or album should contain 18 songs or less.
Page 236 Order of Play Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of Tracks are played in the following order: text and the extension of the ﬁlename does not display. • Play begins from the ﬁrst track in the ﬁrst playlist Preprogrammed Playlists and continues sequentially through all tracks in...
Page 237 To turn off repeated play, press and release the RPT (Next Folder): Press to go to the ﬁrst track in the button until REPEAT OFF displays. next folder. Press and hold to fast forward the current track. MUTE: Press to silence the system. Press again to turn the sound on.
Page 238: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages No Info: No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, Not Found: There are no channels available for the by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
Page 239: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Navigation/Radio System Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. feature, some audio The navigation system has built-in features intended to controls can be adjusted minimize driver distraction. Technology alone, no at the steering wheel.
Page 240: Radio Reception
Radio Reception To scan presets, press and hold either the down or up arrow for four seconds until PRESET SCAN displays and a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a Frequency interference and static can occur during few seconds, then goes to the next station.
Page 241: Diversity Antenna System
XM™ Satellite Radio Service Diversity Antenna System XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio The AM-FM antenna is a hidden self tuning system. reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous It optimizes the AM and FM signals relative to the United States, and in Canada.
Page 242 ✍ NOTES 3-106...
Page 243 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....4-2 Racing or Other Competitive Driving ....4-15 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Driving at Night ..........4-16 Drunk Driving ..........4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-16 Control of a Vehicle ........4-3 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-18 Braking ............4-4 Highway Hypnosis ........4-18...
Page 244: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Drunk Driving the Vehicle CAUTION: Defensive Driving Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Defensive driving means “always expect the Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to judgment can be affected by even a small wear your safety belt —...
Page 245: Control Of A Vehicle
Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s vehicle: judgment, muscular coordination, vision, and system can make crash injuries worse, especially attentiveness. injuries to the brain, spinal cord, or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking —...
Page 246: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-41. mistake. The brakes might not have time to cool between Braking action involves perception time and reaction hard stops.
Page 247: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can Your vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), an help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard.
Page 248: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) The SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM message and the TCS warning light will come Your vehicle has a traction control system called TCS on to let you know if there is that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery a problem with your TCS road conditions.
Page 249: Active Handling System
Active Handling System To turn the system off, press the button located on the console. The Active Handling System is a computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle’s brakes.
Page 250 The SERVICE ACTIVE To turn the system off, HANDLING SYSTEM press the ACTIVE message will be displayed, HANDLING button on the the instrument cluster console for ﬁve seconds. light will come on, and a You can turn the system on chime will sound to let at any time by pressing the you know if there is a...
Page 251: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Competitive Driving Mode Notice: When traction control is turned off, or Competitive Driving Mode is active, it is possible to The driver can select this optional handling mode by lose traction. If you attempt to shift with the rear pressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button on the wheels spinning with a loss of traction, it is possible console two times within a ﬁve second time period.
Page 252: Selective Ride Control
Selective Ride Control TOUR: Use for normal city and highway driving. This setting provides a smooth, soft ride. You may have a ride control system on your vehicle SPORT: Use where road conditions or personal called Magnetic Selective Ride Control. The system preference demand more control.
Page 253: Steering
Steering Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While in a curve, speed is the Power Steering one factor you can control. If you lose power steering assist because the engine Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve.
Page 254: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 255: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing Your vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be road onto the shoulder while driving. dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Page 256 Skidding Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable these conditions.
Page 257: Racing Or Other Competitive Driving
Racing or Other Competitive Driving Vehicles with the Z51 performance package have greaseable outer ends on both of the rear toe-links. Under normal use, lubrication should be performed as See your warranty book before using your vehicle for described in the maintenance schedule. See Scheduled racing or other competitive driving.
Page 258: Driving At Night
Driving at Night • Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps. • Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle Night driving is more dangerous than day driving clean — inside and out. because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by •...
Page 259: Other Rainy Weather Tips
Hydroplaning CAUTION: Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is work as well in a quick stop and could cause hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 260: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, ﬁnd a safe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Page 261: Winter Driving
• Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds CAUTION: that let you stay in your own lane. • Top of hills: Be alert — something could be in your If you do not shift down, the brakes could get lane (stalled car, accident).
Page 262: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving On Snow or Ice What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the be even more trouble because it can offer the least road probably have good traction.
Page 263: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a slippery road. Even though you have ABS, begin serious situation.
Page 264 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 265: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again CAUTION: and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 266: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading the Vehicle First, turn the steering wheel left and right to clear It is very important to know how much weight your the area around the front wheels. Turn the traction vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle control system off.
Page 267 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-58 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66.
Page 268 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 269 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Vehicle Capacity Weight for 400 lbs (181 kg) Weight for 400 lbs (181 kg) Example 2 = Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs 300 lbs (136 kg) Weight @ 200 lbs 400 lbs (181 kg)
Page 270 Certiﬁcation Label Do not load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. See “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit” earlier in this section. CAUTION: Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 271: Towing
Towing If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to Towing Your Vehicle stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going.
Page 272 ✍ NOTES 4-30...
Page 273 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Engine Overheating ........5-31 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Overheated Engine Protection California Proposition 65 Warning .....5-4 Operating Mode ........5-33 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..5-4 Cooling System ..........5-34 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Power Steering Fluid ........5-39 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-41...
Page 274 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Inﬂation - Tire Pressure .........5-66 Finish Care ..........5-92 High-Speed Operation ........5-68 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-93 Tire Pressure Monitor System ......5-68 Removable Roof Panel ........5-93 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation .....5-70 Convertible Top ..........5-94 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-72 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-73 and Trim ..........5-94...
Page 275: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. your vehicle they can affect your vehicle’s performance You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and and safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, supported service people.
Page 276: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Doing Your Own Service Work Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to CAUTION: cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and You can be injured and your vehicle could be some component wear by-products contain and/or...
Page 277: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) to do your own service work, see Servicing Your shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-56. vehicle’s engine.
Page 278: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
California Fuel If your vehicle has the 7.0L V8 engine (VIN Code E), use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher. For best performance, use If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emissions premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that rating of 93.
Page 279: Additives
Additives Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. are now required to contain additives that help prevent That damage would not be covered under your engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing...
Page 280: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling the Tank If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard CAUTION: to ﬁnd. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can be covered by your warranty.
Page 281 The fuel door release button is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Push the button to release the fuel door. The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 282 There is also a manual While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel door release tab. It is fuel ﬁll opening. located against the upper trim in the rear CAUTION: compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Pull the tab to release Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel the fuel door.
Page 283: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container 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 CAUTION: to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 284: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under CAUTION: the Hood Things that burn can get on hot engine parts CAUTION: and start a ﬁre. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake ﬂuid, windshield washer and other ﬂuids, and plastic or rubber. You or An electric fan under the hood can start up others could be burned.
Page 285: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release lever with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle below the instrument panel on the driver’s side. 2. Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood, near the windshield.
Page 286: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview If your vehicle has the 6.2L LS3 V8 engine and you are facing the front, when you open the hood, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 287 A. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped). F. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-27. Fluid on page 5-39. B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” Washer Fluid”...
Page 288 If your vehicle has the 7.0L LS7 V8 engine and you are facing the driver’s side of the vehicle, when you open the hood, here is what you will see: 5-16...
Page 289: Engine Oil
Engine Oil A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-25. Checking Engine Oil (Except Z06) B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-39. If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message on the Driver C. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine Information Center (DIC) comes on, check the engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5-104.
Page 290 When to Add Engine Oil (Except Z06) See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in recommended oil.
Page 291 Checking Engine Oil (Z06 Only) Z06 models 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 checking the engine oil level. Follow this procedure closely when checking the engine oil level.
Page 292 3. Wait at least ﬁve minutes (but not more than See Racing or Other Competitive Driving on page 4-15 20 minutes) to allow oil to drain and settle in for additional information on engine oil. the engine. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has 4.
Page 293: Changing Engine Oil And Filter
Changing Engine Oil and Filter 1. Remove the two engine oil drain plugs from the bottom of the engine oil pan. One drain plug (Z06 Only) drains the external oil tank via the oil transfer supply line. The other drain plug drains residual oil from Z06 models have a racetrack-ready dry sump engine the crankcase sump.
Page 294: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Notice: If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation, you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle.
Page 295: Engine Oil Additives
Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain Z06 models have a racetrack-ready dry sump engine engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M lubrication system. This high-performance system may not be available. You can add substitute oil operates differently than a standard engine lubrication designated SAE 5W-30 with the starburst symbol at all system and requires a special procedure when changing temperatures.
Page 296: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 297: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlters. Notice: If you spray water into the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter intake and water enters the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter housing, you could damage your vehicle’s engine.
Page 298 How to Inspect the Engine Air 3. Inspect or replace the ﬁlter. See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. Cleaner/Filters 4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to replace the air To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlters, remove the ﬁlters from cleaner/ﬁlter cover. the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlters to release loose dust and dirt.
Page 299: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 6-6, and be sure to use the ﬂuid listed in Recommended Fluids and How to Check Automatic Transmission Lubricants on page 6-12. Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level.
Page 300: Engine Coolant
When to Check and What to Use Engine Coolant The hydraulic clutch ﬂuid The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® reservoir cap has this DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed symbol on it. See Engine to remain in your vehicle for ﬁve years or 150,000 miles Compartment Overview (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add only ®...
Page 301: What To Use
What to Use Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage warranty.
Page 302: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: The engine coolant surge tank is located toward the rear of the engine Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the compartment on the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam driver’s side of the vehicle. and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you See Engine Compartment badly.
Page 303: Adding Coolant
Adding Coolant Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the coolant loss and possible engine damage may engine is cool.
Page 304: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: If the engine catches ﬁre while driving with no coolant, the vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Overheated Engine Protection CAUTION: Operating Mode on page 5-33 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
Page 305: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Operating Mode If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally. If an overheated engine condition exists and the If the warning continues and you are not stopped, pull messages COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE and over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.
Page 306: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 307 Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5-33 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 308: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant CAUTION: (Continued) Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if can come out at high speed. Never turn the coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but cap when the cooling system, including the the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is hot.
Page 309 Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. CAUTION: 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.
Page 310 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start until the level inside stabilizes at the FULL COLD the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper mark on the front of the surge tank.
Page 311: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. See Engine Compartment Check the level in the surge tank when the system Overview on page 5-14 for has cooled down. If the coolant is not at the proper reservoir location.
Page 312: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is hot, the To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: level should be at the HOT mark. When the engine 1. Turn the ignition off and let the engine compartment compartment is cool, cool down.
Page 313: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read Water can cause the solution to freeze and the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
Page 314: Brakes
Brakes It is not a good idea to top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when Brake Fluid new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the The brake master cylinder brake hydraulic system.
Page 315: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid CAUTION: The brake ﬂuid can be checked without taking off the cap by looking at the brake ﬂuid reservoir. The ﬂuid level should be above the MIN mark on the reservoir. If it is With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in the brake not, have the brake hydraulic system checked to see hydraulic system, the brakes might not work if there is a leak.
Page 316: Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not Your vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning pedal travel.
Page 317: Battery
Battery Vehicle Storage Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer for CAUTION: one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. Batteries have acid that can burn you and For battery replacement, see your dealer/retailer or the gas that can explode.
Page 318: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Notice: If you try to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it, you could damage your vehicle. Do not If your battery has run down, you may want to use push or pull your vehicle to start it; instead, use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your the jump starting procedure in this manual to start vehicle.
Page 319 Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories 4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and on during the jump starting procedure, they could negative (−) terminal locations on each vehicle. be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 320 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine compartment fuse CAUTION: block and engine oil ﬁll cap. You will not need to access the battery for jump starting. The remote terminals are for that purpose. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode.
Page 321 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a CAUTION: remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the Fans or other moving engine parts can injure negative (−) terminal of the good battery.
Page 322 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by your warranty.
Page 323: Rear Axle
Rear Axle If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you will need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole. When to Check Lubricant What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an...
Page 324: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Your vehicle has HID headlamps. After your vehicle’s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see originally. This is normal. Replacement Bulbs on page 5-55.
Page 325: Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, And Parking Lamps
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps A. High-beam Headlamp B. Low-beam Headlamp C. Front Parking/Turn Signal/Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) If the low-beam headlamp needs to be replaced, you will need to see your dealer/retailer. See High Intensity 2. Access the high-beam or front parking/turn signal Discharge (HID) Lighting on page 5-52 for more bulbs by removing the access panel.
Page 326: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and 4. Remove the headlamp bulb by releasing the Stoplamps outer tabs from the socket. To replace a stoplamp, taillamp/turn signal bulb: 1. Remove the screw from the top of the lamp assembly. 5. Remove the front parking/turn signal bulb by turning the bulb socket counterclockwise.
Page 327: Replacement Bulbs
Windshield Replacement 4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket. Your windshield is part of the Head-Up Display (HUD) 5. Push the new bulb in the bulb socket until it snaps system. If you ever have to get your windshield into place.
Page 328 To remove the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 3. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab (C). Pull down on the blade assembly (A) to 1. Open the hood to gain access to the windshield release it from the wiper arm hook (F). wipers.
Page 329 To install the new wiper insert: 3. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. 4. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield. Installation guide: 1.
Page 330: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same have questions about your tire warranty and where danger as overloaded tires. The to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty resulting accident could cause serious booklet for details.
Page 331: Winter Tires
Low-Proﬁle Performance Tire Winter Tires The original equipment tires on your vehicle are If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads classiﬁed as low-proﬁle performance tires. often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. All season tires provide good overall performance on These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement.
Page 332: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (A) Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, Useful information about a tire is molded into its and service description. See the “Tire Size” sidewall.
Page 333 (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) Tire (B) Tire Width The three-digit number indicates manufacturers are required to grade tires the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall based on three performance factors: treadwear, to sidewall. traction and temperature resistance. For more (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on...
Page 334: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, Air Pressure The amount of air inside the but without passengers and cargo. tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire.
Page 335 Load Index An assigned number ranging Passenger (P-Metric) Tire A tire used on from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load passenger cars and some light duty trucks and carrying capacity of a tire. multipurpose vehicles. Maximum Inﬂation Pressure The maximum air Recommended Inﬂation Pressure Vehicle...
Page 336: Run-Flat Tires
Run-Flat Tires Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of Your vehicle, when new, had run-ﬂat tires. There is no a tire when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread spare tire, no tire changing equipment, and no place remains.
Page 337 If a tire goes ﬂat, you will not need to stop on the To locate the nearest GM or run-ﬂat servicing facility, side of the road to change the tire. You can just call Roadside Assistance. For phone numbers and keep on driving.
Page 338: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they operate effectively.
Page 339: How To Check
When to Check Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gage ﬁrmly onto the valve to get a Check your tires once a month or more. pressure measurement. If the cold tire inﬂation pressure matches the recommended pressure on How to Check the Tire and Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary.
Page 340: High-Speed Operation
High-Speed Operation Example: You will ﬁnd the maximum load and inﬂation pressure molded on the tire’s sidewall, in small letters, near CAUTION: the rim ﬂange. It will read something like this: Maximum load 690 kg (1521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi) Max. Press. For this example, you would set the inﬂation pressure Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or for high-speed driving at 38 psi (265 kPa).
Page 341 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) system may not be able to detect or signal low tire that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one pressure as intended.
Page 342: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
The TPMS operates on a radio frequency and complies When a low tire pressure with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. condition is detected, the Operation is subject to the following two conditions: TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning 1.
Page 343: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to your vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s original The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the equipment tires and the correct inﬂation pressure for TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 344: Tire Inspection And Rotation
• TPMS Sensor Matching Process Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle’s original equipment tires or wheels. Tires Each TPMS sensor has a unique identiﬁcation code. and wheels other than those recommended for your Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensors vehicle could prevent the TPMS from functioning or rotate your vehicle’s tires, the identiﬁcation codes properly.
Page 345: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, • You can see the indicators at three or more places driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions, around the tire.
Page 346: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicle performing most like it did when the tires GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your were new.
Page 347: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels CAUTION: If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks rollover.
Page 348: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform Quality grades can be found where applicable on to federal safety requirements and additional the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) maximum section width.
Page 349 Traction – AA, A, B, C Temperature – A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, The temperature grades are A (the highest), A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under generation of heat and its ability to dissipate controlled conditions on speciﬁed government test...
Page 350: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Wheel Replacement The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, longest tire life and best overall performance.
Page 351 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be become loose after a time. The wheel dangerous.
Page 352: Used Replacement Wheels
Tightening Wheel Lug Nuts Tighten the wheel lug nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash.
Page 353: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Lifting the Vehicle CAUTION: CAUTION: Do not use tire chains. There is not enough Lifting a vehicle can cause an injury. The clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you without the proper amount of clearance can or other people.
Page 354 Lift only in the areas shown in the following Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly pictures. positioned can damage the vehicle or the vehicle may fall and cause your or others For additional information, see your dealer/retailer and the Chevrolet Corvette service manual. injury. 5-82...
Page 355: Lifting From The Front
Lifting From the Front The front lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle, behind the front tires. 1. Locate the front lifting points (A), according to the illustration shown. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle.
Page 356: Lifting From The Rear
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. 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B). 5-84...
Page 357 1. Locate the rear lifting points (A), according to the 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack illustration shown. spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B). 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack For more information, see Doing Your Own Service and the vehicle.
Page 358: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: Your vehicle has no spare tire, no tire changing equipment, and no place to store a tire. Special tools and procedures are required to It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving, service a run-ﬂat tire.
Page 359: Appearance Care
Appearance Care When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on Interior Cleaning surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is from other surfaces immediately.
Page 360: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Your dealer/retailer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you can also obtain a product from your dealer/retailer to remove Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment odors from your vehicle’s upholstery. frequently to remove dust and loose dirt.
Page 361: Coated Moldings
Coated Moldings 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. These moldings are around the hatch opening in the rear area.
Page 362: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Plastic Surfaces Wash with warm water and mild detergent, rinse with cold water and tumble dry on low. Do not use A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to chlorine bleach.
Page 363: Weatherstrips
Weatherstrips Follow all manufacturers’ directions regarding correct product usage, necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product. Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to silicone grease with a clean cloth.
Page 364: Finish Care
Finish Care Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint ﬁnish Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered hand may be necessary to remove residue from the whenever possible.
Page 365: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Windshield and Wiper Blades Removable Roof Panel Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Notice: If you use a glass treatment and/or conditioner that contains ethyl alcohol or ethyl Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or sulfate on the roof panel, you could damage paper towel soaked with windshield washer ﬂuid or a the panel.
Page 366: Convertible Top
Convertible Top Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle’s convertible top should be cleaned often. However, high pressure car washes may cause water to Your vehicle may have either aluminum or enter your vehicle. chrome-plated wheels. When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge.
Page 367: Tires
Tires The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing them because you could damage the surface.
Page 368: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs) Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not Notice: If you use acidic or corrosive cleaning removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the products, engine degreasers or aluminum cleaning underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, agents on ﬁberglass springs, you may damage...
Page 369: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light Description Usage surface contamination. Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Removes light scratches Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil, Cleans, shines, and Remover...
Page 370: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code helps identify the vehicle’s engine, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) speciﬁcations, and replacement parts. See “Engine Speciﬁcations” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-107 for your vehicle’s engine code. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the inside of the glove box.
Page 371: Electrical System
Electrical System Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse Add-On Electrical Equipment block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer ﬁrst.
Page 372: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The instrument panel fuse block is located on the short circuits by a combination of J-Case fuses, passenger side of the vehicle, under the instrument mini-fuses and circuit breakers.
Page 373 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage BCK/UP LAMP Reverse Lamps BTSI SOL/STR Brake Transmission Shift Interlock, WHL LCK Steering Wheel Column Lock BLANK Not Used CLSTR/HUD Cluster, Heads-Up Display BLANK Not Used 5-101...
Page 374 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage CRUISE RDO/S-BAND/ Cruise Control Switch Radio, S-Band, VICS SWITCH VICS CTSY/LAMP Courtesy Lamp REAR FOG/ Rear Fog Lamp, Assembly Line ALDL/TOP Diagnostic Link Connector, DR LCK Door Locks SWTCH Convertible Top Switch DRIV DR REVERSE Driver Door Switch Reverse Lamps SWITCH LAMPS...
Page 375 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage BLANK Blank DRVR Driver Heated Seat HTD SEAT BLANK Blank Cigarette Lighter FUEL DR Fuel Door Release RELSE PASS Passenger Heated Seat HTD SEAT REAR/FOG Rear Fog Lamps PWR SEATS TONNEAU Power Seats, Memory Seat Module Tonneau Release RELSE PWR/ WNDWS/...
Page 376: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block There is one fuse block in the engine compartment located on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
Page 377 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Transmission Control Module/ Headlamp Washer Transmission Passenger Side Low-Beam Horn, Alternator Sense Headlamp Antilock Brakes/Real Time Damping Fuel Pump Wiper Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Stoplamps/Back-Up Lamps Front Fog Lamp 02 Sensor Passenger Side High-Beam Headlamp Battery Main 5 Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp Park Lamps Powertrain Relay Input/Electronic...
Page 378 Micro-Relays Usage Spare Fuses Usage Horn Spare Air Conditioning Compressor Spare Windshield Washer Spare Park, Position Lamps Spare Front Fog Lamp Spare High-Beam Headlamp Spare Headlamp Washer Fuse Puller Fuel Pump Diodes Usage Mini-Relays Usage § Diode 1 Rear Defog §...
Page 379: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a under the hood.
Page 380: Engine Data
Capacities Application English Metric Manual Transmission – Z51 4.2 qt 4.0 L Manual Transmission – Z06 4.5 qt 4.3 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 381 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Introduction ...........6-2 At Each Fuel Fill ..........6-9 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 At Least Once a Month ........6-9 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-9 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......6-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ........6-4...
Page 382: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, Introduction replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and necessary to keep your vehicle in good working change as recommended.
Page 383: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance We want to help you keep your vehicle in good working Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. condition.
Page 384: Scheduled Maintenance
If you want to purchase service information, see Service If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17. you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 tells you what the oil life system whenever the oil is changed.
Page 385 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-17. Reset oil life • • system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-23. An Emission Control Service. • • Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (g). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 386: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000)
Page 387: Maintenance Footnotes
Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. • An Emission Control Service. See footnote (l). Change clutch hydraulic ﬂuid at a regular maintenance service every two years.
Page 388: Owner Checks And Services
(f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders and body door (j) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter hinges. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those may require replacement more often. for the hood, rear compartment, console door, and (k) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect any folding seat hardware.
Page 389: Engine Oil Level Check
At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month It is important to perform these underhood checks at Tire Inspection and Inﬂation Check each fuel ﬁll. Inspect the vehicle’s tires for wear and make sure Engine Oil Level Check they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66.
Page 390 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only Control System Check in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer/retailer for service.
Page 391: Mechanism Check
Parking Brake and Automatic Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, Transmission Park (P) set the parking brake. Mechanism Check • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from CAUTION:...
Page 392: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants ® Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Windshield number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your ® Optikleen Washer Solvent. Washer dealer/retailer.
Page 393 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hood Latch Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Assembly, Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Cylinders in Canada 10953474). Secondary (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, Latch, in Canada 992723) or lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Pivots, Spring meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Axle Lubricant Anchor, and...
Page 394: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 6.2L V8 and 7.0L V8 Engines 15776148 A3077C Engine Oil Filter 6.2L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48...
Page 395: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.2L and 7.0L Engines 6-15...
Page 396: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record 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. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 397 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 398 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 399 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-16 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ........7-5 United States Government ......7-16 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Telephone (TTY) Users ........7-6 Canadian Government ........7-16 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-6...
Page 400: Customer Assistance And Information
1-800-263-3777 (English), or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Have the...
Page 401 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using and your dealer are committed to making sure you the toll-free telephone number or write them at the are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, following address: if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following BBB Auto Line Program...
Page 402 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that For further information concerning eligibility in the you do not feel your concerns have been addressed Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the General Motors General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777...
Page 403: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of (United States only) gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership tools and forms with greater ease.
Page 404: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 to write or e-mail Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 405: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can Customer Assistance Center reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible...
Page 406: Roadside Assistance Program
Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. vehicle to get to the nearest service station As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are (approximately $5 in Canada). In Canada, service to provide diesel may be restricted. For safety...
Page 407 250 kilometres from the original point of departure, Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited you may qualify for trip interruption expense reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to assistance.
Page 408: Calling For Assistance
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited provide the following to the Roadside Assistance reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue...
Page 409: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you To enhance your ownership experience, we and our wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy to minimize your inconvenience by providing several Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles transportation options.
Page 410: Collision Damage Repair
Public Transportation or Fuel It may not be possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. Reimbursement Additional Program Information If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be shuttle service, the expense must be supported available at every dealer.
Page 411: Repair Facility
Collision Parts Repair Facility Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with We recommend that you choose a collision repair the same materials and construction methods as facility that meets your needs before you ever need the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. collision repairs.
Page 412: If A Crash Occurs
• If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the require you to have insurance that assures repairs with towing service will be taking it. Get a card from Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts.
Page 413 • Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your vehicle. Whether you select a dealer/retailer or a insurance company may initially value the repair using private collision repair facility to ﬁx the damage, aftermarket parts.
Page 414: Reporting Safety Defects
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Chevrolet Motor Division (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Page 415: Service Manuals
Service Publications Ordering Current and Past Model Order Forms Information Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request Service Manuals an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Page 416: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Event Data Recorders Privacy This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment computers that record information about the vehicle’s or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in performance and how it is driven.
Page 417: Onstar
Navigation System To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special system may result in the storage of destinations, equipment, can read the information if they have...
Page 418 ✍ NOTES 7-20...
Page 419 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ......4-5 Anti-lock Brake, System Warning Light ....3-42 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......5-3 Appearance Care Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-24 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ....5-94 Active Handling System ........4-7 Care of Safety Belts ........5-90 Active Handling System Light ......
Page 420 Audio System ..........3-84 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-52 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....3-103 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-52 Diversity Antenna System ......3-105 Headlamp Aiming ........5-51 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Manual ..........3-103 Parking Lamps ......... 5-53 Radio Reception ........
Page 421 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-12 Cleaning (cont.) Chemical Paint Spotting ........5-96 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-91 Child Restraints Weatherstrips ..........5-91 Child Restraint Systems ....... 1-34 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-93 Infants and Young Children ......1-30 Climate Control System Lower Anchors and Tethers for Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ....
Page 422 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driver Information Center (DIC) ......3-51 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..... 7-2 DIC Operation and Displays ......3-52 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....7-7 DIC Vehicle Personalization ......3-75 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..7-16 DIC Warnings and Messages ......
Page 423 Engine Flat Tire ............5-86 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-25 Floor Mats ............. 2-54 Check and Service Engine Soon Light .... 3-45 Fluid ............. 5-27 Coolant ............5-28 Automatic Transmission ........ 5-27 Coolant Temperature Gage ......3-44 Power Steering ........... 5-39 Drive Belt Routing ........
Page 424 Headlamps (cont.) Halogen Bulbs ..........5-52 Gage Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Engine Coolant Temperature ......3-44 Parking Lamps ......... 5-53 Engine Oil Pressure ........3-48 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ... 5-52 Fuel ............3-50 High/Low Beam Changer ........ 3-9 Speedometer ..........
Page 425 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ........5-66 LATCH System Installing the Roof Panel ........2-60 Child Restraints ........1-36, 1-39 Instrument Panel Latches, Seatback ..........1-8 Brightness ..........3-19 Lifting the Vehicle, Tires ........5-81 Cluster ............3-35 Light Overview ............. 3-4 Active Handling System ........
Page 426 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ........4-9 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Loading Your Vehicle ........4-24 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Lockout Protection .......... 2-12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ..... 6-12 Locks Scheduled Maintenance ......... 6-4 Automatic Door Lock ........2-12 Using ............6-3 Door ............
Page 427 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ......2-42 Navigation System, Privacy ......7-19 Convex Mirror ..........2-42 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Power Heated Mirrors ........2-41 Manual ............. 3-103 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ... 5-33 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-21 Owner Checks and Services ......6-8 Owners, Canadian ..........
Page 428 Power Rear Axle ............5-51 Door Locks ..........2-12 Limited-Slip ..........4-9 Electrical System ......... 5-99 Rear Storage Area .......... 2-54 Lumbar and Side Bolsters ......1-3 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Retained Accessory (RAP) ......2-23 Compass ............ 2-39 Seat ............
Page 429 Roof Panel ............ 2-57 Seats (cont.) Installing the Roof Panel ....... 2-60 Power Seats ..........1-3 Removing the Roof Panel ......2-57 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-6 Storing the Roof Panel ......... 2-59 Seatback Latches .......... 1-8 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ....... 6-15 Securing a Child Restraint Run-Flat Tires ..........
Page 430 Steering ............4-11 Tire Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....... 3-103 Pressure Light ..........3-44 Steering Wheel Controls, Memory ....... 1-4 Tires ............. 5-58 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......... 3-7 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Storage Areas Cleaning ..........5-94 Center Console Storage Area ......2-53 Buying New Tires ........
Page 431 Traction Active Handling System ......... 4-7 Vehicle Control System (TCS) ........4-6 Control ............4-3 Control System Warning Light ....... 3-42 Damage Warnings ........... iv Limited-Slip Rear Axle ........4-9 Loading ............4-24 Selective Ride Control ........4-10 Parking Your ..........2-35 Transmission Symbols ............
Page 432 Wheels Windshield (cont.) Alignment and Tire Balance ......5-78 Winter Driving ..........4-19 Different Size ..........5-75 Winter Tires ........... 5-59 Replacement ..........5-78 Wiper Activated Headlamps ......3-16 Windows ............2-16 Power ............2-17 Windshield Replacement ..........5-55 XM Radio Messages ........3-102 Washer ............

Chevrolet 2008 Corvette Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Roof Panel

Convertible Top

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

Rear Axle

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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