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... excitement it was only a designer's dream.Today the Corvette stands alone America's dream car -- With a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, BlueFlame six-cylinder engine, and gleaming Polo Whiteexterior, the Corvette began its sporty look, and a standard 2 1 0-horsepower Chevy V8 engine solidified Corvette's reputationas a production race car. CORVETTE: THE AMERICAN DREAM MACHINE In the early OS, it...
... excitement it was only a designer's dream.Today the Corvette stands alone America's dream car -- With a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, BlueFlame six-cylinder engine, and gleaming Polo Whiteexterior, the Corvette began its sporty look, and a standard 2 1 0-horsepower Chevy V8 engine solidified Corvette's reputationas a production race car. CORVETTE: THE AMERICAN DREAM MACHINE In the early OS, it...
Owner's Manual
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... 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter and gently pry apart the front back. If you have an automatic transmission, your battery: Remote Hatch Release 1. If you have a manual transmission and the vehicle is running , you may use the switch in . 5 . Make sure the halves are together...water won't get in any gear. 2-9 Use a Duracell@battery, type DL2450, or equivalent. 4. Test the transmitter. If you have a manual transmission, you must be in the slot on the back of the transmitter usingthe screwdriver. 3. Put the two halves back together. Press the switch inyour ...
... 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter and gently pry apart the front back. If you have an automatic transmission, your battery: Remote Hatch Release 1. If you have a manual transmission and the vehicle is running , you may use the switch in . 5 . Make sure the halves are together...water won't get in any gear. 2-9 Use a Duracell@battery, type DL2450, or equivalent. 4. Test the transmitter. If you have a manual transmission, you must be in the slot on the back of the transmitter usingthe screwdriver. 3. Put the two halves back together. Press the switch inyour ...
Owner's Manual
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...: If you to lock the doors. If you walk away from the ignition and take it . you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your Corvette and open thedriver's door, you'll hear a tone reminding you put things in the hatchback area, be locked, and so will be sure they... glass when close the hatch, make it . Always do it with the keys inside, it can help. And remember to remove your key from your Corvette has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we puton it 's an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- Although your ...
...: If you to lock the doors. If you walk away from the ignition and take it . you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your Corvette and open thedriver's door, you'll hear a tone reminding you put things in the hatchback area, be locked, and so will be sure they... glass when close the hatch, make it . Always do it with the keys inside, it can help. And remember to remove your key from your Corvette has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we puton it 's an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- Although your ...
Owner's Manual
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... is in which you can turn the top of it toward you. A warning tone will return to operate your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. LOCK (B): The only position in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is running. When the engine isnot running , you start your...the key. ACC (A):Position in the PARK (P) position. Ignition Switch If you have anautomatic transmission, the ignition switch can't be pushed or towed. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to LOCK unless the shift lever is in which the ...
... is in which you can turn the top of it toward you. A warning tone will return to operate your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. LOCK (B): The only position in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is running. When the engine isnot running , you start your...the key. ACC (A):Position in the PARK (P) position. Ignition Switch If you have anautomatic transmission, the ignition switch can't be pushed or towed. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to LOCK unless the shift lever is in which the ...
Owner's Manual
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... moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. 1. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to the floor and start in neutral. Manual transmission: The gear selector should be in any other position -- Automatic transmission: Move your engine. To start if the clutchpedal is opened . Your engine won 't start your instrument panel. (See... engine: . Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your engine getswarm. The idle speed will shutoff. Shiftto PARK (P) only when your Corvette is opened , the audio system power windows and will go of Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or VIN at the ...
... moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. 1. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to the floor and start in neutral. Manual transmission: The gear selector should be in any other position -- Automatic transmission: Move your engine. To start if the clutchpedal is opened . Your engine won 't start your instrument panel. (See... engine: . Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your engine getswarm. The idle speed will shutoff. Shiftto PARK (P) only when your Corvette is opened , the audio system power windows and will go of Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or VIN at the ...
Owner's Manual
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... of trying to use when you don't, it from moving engine parts. If you start your enginebecause your shift lever. Automatic Transmission There are several different positions for that you contact your Chevrolet dealer inthe area where you have, and some other things. Instead of oil you 'll be damaged. The dealercan give...
... of trying to use when you don't, it from moving engine parts. If you start your enginebecause your shift lever. Automatic Transmission There are several different positions for that you contact your Chevrolet dealer inthe area where you have, and some other things. Instead of oil you 'll be damaged. The dealercan give...
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... the If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the parking pawl in the Index. Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are ready to pullthe shift lever out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your Corvette has a brake-transmission shift interlock. This is in the Index. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever...
... the If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the parking pawl in the Index. Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are ready to pullthe shift lever out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your Corvette has a brake-transmission shift interlock. This is in the Index. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever...
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Remove the ratchet from the console. 1. Shift a manual transmission into PARK (P). Roof Panel (Coupe) Until you are sure you can remove the panel alone, have someone help you. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into REVERSE (R). Removing the Roof Panel 2. Lower both windows, turn the ignition key to LOCK and move both sunshades to the side. 2-52
Remove the ratchet from the console. 1. Shift a manual transmission into PARK (P). Roof Panel (Coupe) Until you are sure you can remove the panel alone, have someone help you. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into REVERSE (R). Removing the Roof Panel 2. Lower both windows, turn the ignition key to LOCK and move both sunshades to the side. 2-52
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... started before you tighten them securely. 2. Use the ratchet to the side. Be sure to start the front bolts. I 1. Shift a manual transmission into PARK (P). Be sure all bolts are properly started , the threads can become stripped. Fully tighten the rear bolts, then the front bolts. ...drive, the bolts may not be tight enough. Holding down the panel on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into REVERSE(R). If you hear a popping noise when you tighten bolts that are hard to tighten them . 6. If the roof panel is ...
... started before you tighten them securely. 2. Use the ratchet to the side. Be sure to start the front bolts. I 1. Shift a manual transmission into PARK (P). Be sure all bolts are properly started , the threads can become stripped. Fully tighten the rear bolts, then the front bolts. ...drive, the bolts may not be tight enough. Holding down the panel on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into REVERSE(R). If you hear a popping noise when you tighten bolts that are hard to tighten them . 6. If the roof panel is ...
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...0 It takes more (or less) than half of fuel, or since you turn, stop or speed up. I I H u h "F Automatic transmission fluid temperature will be displayed if you press the GAUGESbutton on the Trip Monitor. 2-84 If LO appears, the temperature is displayed alone. For ...°F (0°C). The number that appears next to fill it. Then, press RESET FUEL on the Trip Monitor until AVERAGE appears. Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading 0 You can drive before refueling. AVERAGE: The fuel economy calculated for your current driving conditions. To reset the display...
...0 It takes more (or less) than half of fuel, or since you turn, stop or speed up. I I H u h "F Automatic transmission fluid temperature will be displayed if you press the GAUGESbutton on the Trip Monitor. 2-84 If LO appears, the temperature is displayed alone. For ...°F (0°C). The number that appears next to fill it. Then, press RESET FUEL on the Trip Monitor until AVERAGE appears. Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading 0 You can drive before refueling. AVERAGE: The fuel economy calculated for your current driving conditions. To reset the display...
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...high coolant temperature high or low battery voltage 0 low fuel level high automatic transmission oil temperature 0 2-85 Then, you toggle through the GAUGES button. This lightcan come on the type of stop-and-go or fast accelerations, your Corvette in for service as soon as possible (see "Cooling System" in the...they are in the Index). If you are starting the engine.If the light comes on and stays on a cold day. Monitor the transmission fluid temperature and allow it 's too hot, see "Automatic Transmission Fluid" in the warning areas. Also, check the engine coolant temperature.
...high coolant temperature high or low battery voltage 0 low fuel level high automatic transmission oil temperature 0 2-85 Then, you toggle through the GAUGES button. This lightcan come on the type of stop-and-go or fast accelerations, your Corvette in for service as soon as possible (see "Cooling System" in the...they are in the Index). If you are starting the engine.If the light comes on and stays on a cold day. Monitor the transmission fluid temperature and allow it 's too hot, see "Automatic Transmission Fluid" in the warning areas. Also, check the engine coolant temperature.
Owner's Manual
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Shift a manual transmission into the storage area,be sure thereare no objects in the storage area may cause the convertible top back glass to LOCK. 2. NOTICE: Before loweringthe ... the convertible top by turning the latch handles outward. The weight of a stored top on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Unlock the front of time. Then lift the top off the windshield slightly. The sun and the raincan damage your seat material and...
Shift a manual transmission into the storage area,be sure thereare no objects in the storage area may cause the convertible top back glass to LOCK. 2. NOTICE: Before loweringthe ... the convertible top by turning the latch handles outward. The weight of a stored top on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Unlock the front of time. Then lift the top off the windshield slightly. The sun and the raincan damage your seat material and...
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... console. I I b- Turn the latch handles outward. Pull the top up and forward until it 's latched. 7. Shift a manual transmission into the storage compartment, making sure the fabric is completely folded into the storage compartment or damage to lift the lid tomake sure it lines...smooth motion. Close the storage compartment lid by pushing the front edge down on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Fold the top into REVERSE (R). NOTICE: 2. on 3. If they aren't, you may occur. 8. Try to the top may...
... console. I I b- Turn the latch handles outward. Pull the top up and forward until it 's latched. 7. Shift a manual transmission into the storage compartment, making sure the fabric is completely folded into the storage compartment or damage to lift the lid tomake sure it lines...smooth motion. Close the storage compartment lid by pushing the front edge down on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Fold the top into REVERSE (R). NOTICE: 2. on 3. If they aren't, you may occur. 8. Try to the top may...
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...side, carefully position the hardtop over the vehicle. With one person on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into thetapered receivers. NOTICE: To help avoiddamage, don't force the rear of the hardtop down. This procedure will require the use ..., aligning the rear bolt spacers onto the bezels, and front conicalnuts into PARK (P). Realign the hardtop, if necessary. Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Turn off the radio to lower the power antenna and turn the ignition key to "Convertible Top" in this procedure....
...side, carefully position the hardtop over the vehicle. With one person on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into thetapered receivers. NOTICE: To help avoiddamage, don't force the rear of the hardtop down. This procedure will require the use ..., aligning the rear bolt spacers onto the bezels, and front conicalnuts into PARK (P). Realign the hardtop, if necessary. Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Turn off the radio to lower the power antenna and turn the ignition key to "Convertible Top" in this procedure....
Owner's Manual
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..., you can set one up at the sid'eof the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your Corvette. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you have an automatic transmission, it won't start your Corvette pushing or by pulling it could result in . When the hazard warning flashers are on the collar. Trying... hazard warning flashers work . NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could damage your turn off the flashers, pull out on , your vehicle, even if you have a manual transmission.And if you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start thatway.
..., you can set one up at the sid'eof the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your Corvette. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you have an automatic transmission, it won't start your Corvette pushing or by pulling it could result in . When the hazard warning flashers are on the collar. Trying... hazard warning flashers work . NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could damage your turn off the flashers, pull out on , your vehicle, even if you have a manual transmission.And if you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start thatway.
Owner's Manual
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... hot at thehighest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. Turn on , you get a little too hot when you 're in traffic. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a) or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions. 1 NOTICE: If'your heater to get everyone outof the vehicle until it cools down. you keep driving with no steam, theproblem may decide...
... hot at thehighest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. Turn on , you get a little too hot when you 're in traffic. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a) or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions. 1 NOTICE: If'your heater to get everyone outof the vehicle until it cools down. you keep driving with no steam, theproblem may decide...
Owner's Manual
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You'll see the following when you open the hood with the LTl engine: 1. Battery 4. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8. Coolant High Fill Reservoir 12. Coolant Recovery Tank 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap 9. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) 6-9 Electric Engine Fan 5. Engine Oil Dipstick 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir 3. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 2. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 11. Air Cleaner 6.
You'll see the following when you open the hood with the LTl engine: 1. Battery 4. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8. Coolant High Fill Reservoir 12. Coolant Recovery Tank 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap 9. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) 6-9 Electric Engine Fan 5. Engine Oil Dipstick 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir 3. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 2. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 11. Air Cleaner 6.
Owner's Manual
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... your Chevrolet dealer Service Department. 5. How to Check Because this done at your transmission fluid. 6-20 Be sure to get a false reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Reverse the steps. 0 Align the tabs to the slots in the Index. Install the short knob into the outer holes. Automatic Transmission...
... your Chevrolet dealer Service Department. 5. How to Check Because this done at your transmission fluid. 6-20 Be sure to get a false reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Reverse the steps. 0 Align the tabs to the slots in the Index. Install the short knob into the outer holes. Automatic Transmission...
Owner's Manual
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.... Wait at least 30 minutes before adding fluid. Then, position the shift lever in theIndex. You may have to idlethe engine longer. See "Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading" in PARK (P). This will give you have to drive longer to bring the fluid to 180°F to 200"F (82°...1. Let the engine run at idle for quite a while. If it with the engine off the engine, follow these steps: To check transmission fluid hot:Get the vehicle warmed up bydriving about three seconds in each gear range, pausing for fiveminutes if outside temperatures are 50°F (...
.... Wait at least 30 minutes before adding fluid. Then, position the shift lever in theIndex. You may have to idlethe engine longer. See "Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading" in PARK (P). This will give you have to drive longer to bring the fluid to 180°F to 200"F (82°...1. Let the engine run at idle for quite a while. If it with the engine off the engine, follow these steps: To check transmission fluid hot:Get the vehicle warmed up bydriving about three seconds in each gear range, pausing for fiveminutes if outside temperatures are 50°F (...
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... check. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to 93"C), the level must be in all the way. 6-22 Damage caused by your automatic transmission. Push it back out again. It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than DEXRON...acceptable range, push the dipstick back in the Index. 4. The fluid level should be in the crosshatched area marked "190°F." See "Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading" in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back in the Index. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants"...
... check. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to 93"C), the level must be in all the way. 6-22 Damage caused by your automatic transmission. Push it back out again. It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than DEXRON...acceptable range, push the dipstick back in the Index. 4. The fluid level should be in the crosshatched area marked "190°F." See "Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading" in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back in the Index. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants"...
