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... Care.. This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to start and operate your Corvette running properly and looking good. engine, etc. Maintenanceschedule ...This section tellsyou when ...to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you howto keep your Corvette. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-9. ... 9-1 i n The 1996 Corvette...
... Care.. This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to start and operate your Corvette running properly and looking good. engine, etc. Maintenanceschedule ...This section tellsyou when ...to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you howto keep your Corvette. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems ...Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-9. ... 9-1 i n The 1996 Corvette...
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...'s dream. Witha two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, Blue Flame six-cylinder engine, and gleaming Polo White exterior, the Corvette began its sportylook, and a standard 2 10-horsepower Chevy V8 engine solidified Corvette's reputation as America's dream car -- Today the Corvette stands alone as a production race car. CORVETTE: THE AMERICAN DREAM MACHINE In the early OS, it inspires...
...'s dream. Witha two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, Blue Flame six-cylinder engine, and gleaming Polo White exterior, the Corvette began its sportylook, and a standard 2 10-horsepower Chevy V8 engine solidified Corvette's reputation as America's dream car -- Today the Corvette stands alone as a production race car. CORVETTE: THE AMERICAN DREAM MACHINE In the early OS, it inspires...
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... production car. Now in the world sports car market. In short, the 1984 redesign enhanced the Corvette's reputation as a leader in its 44th year production, Corvette only gets of -the-art refinements standard on all Corvettes, today's Corvette is a premier driving machine. i vi From the Grand Sport 330-horsepower engine LT4 to state-of better.
... production car. Now in the world sports car market. In short, the 1984 redesign enhanced the Corvette's reputation as a leader in its 44th year production, Corvette only gets of -the-art refinements standard on all Corvettes, today's Corvette is a premier driving machine. i vi From the Grand Sport 330-horsepower engine LT4 to state-of better.
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your vehicle. 1 Vehicle Symbols These are some o f . FUSE + LIGHTER b p3 FASTEN SEAT BELTS BRAKE ( ) 0 w, HORN )cr SPEAKER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME * RUNNING * LAMPS - * * 0 VENTILATING FAN ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FOG LAMPS $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (a) FUEL X For example, these symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are on an original battery: ... you may of find on your controls: These symbols are used on some the symbols you may see: Q ,\I/, UNLOCK El TURN SIGNALS ee WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER ENGINE COOLANT TEMP -,F-
your vehicle. 1 Vehicle Symbols These are some o f . FUSE + LIGHTER b p3 FASTEN SEAT BELTS BRAKE ( ) 0 w, HORN )cr SPEAKER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME * RUNNING * LAMPS - * * 0 VENTILATING FAN ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FOG LAMPS $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (a) FUEL X For example, these symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are on an original battery: ... you may of find on your controls: These symbols are used on some the symbols you may see: Q ,\I/, UNLOCK El TURN SIGNALS ee WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER ENGINE COOLANT TEMP -,F-
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... can be they won't break theglass when you close the hatch,make sure you pull down from theside too often,the weatherstrip canbe damaged. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. If you pull the hatchdown from thecenter, not the sides. If you have air outlets on bi-level or vent. You...
... can be they won't break theglass when you close the hatch,make sure you pull down from theside too often,the weatherstrip canbe damaged. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. If you pull the hatchdown from thecenter, not the sides. If you have air outlets on bi-level or vent. You...
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...the starter won 't work ,turn the ignition off. PASS-Key@ Your vehicle is using thewrong key, it 's dry inserted in theignition or the engine may also want to check the fuses (see no SECURITY light. This discourages someone is equipped with the PASS-Key (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft..., the shutdown period will see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in theignition key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet,you may not start your Chevrolet dealer or locksmith who can service a the PASS-Key. You don't have to start .If the SECURITY light comes on, the key be faulty...
...the starter won 't work ,turn the ignition off. PASS-Key@ Your vehicle is using thewrong key, it 's dry inserted in theignition or the engine may also want to check the fuses (see no SECURITY light. This discourages someone is equipped with the PASS-Key (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft..., the shutdown period will see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in theignition key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet,you may not start your Chevrolet dealer or locksmith who can service a the PASS-Key. You don't have to start .If the SECURITY light comes on, the key be faulty...
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...steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. 2-16 With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can remove the key. START (E): Starts the engine. When the engine is not running,you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories, such as you turn the switch to five positions. The switch stays... if you open thedriver's door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is in the RUN position when the engine running , ACC and RUN allow you to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning and indicator lights. This locks...
...steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. 2-16 With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can remove the key. START (E): Starts the engine. When the engine is not running,you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories, such as you turn the switch to five positions. The switch stays... if you open thedriver's door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC and the key is in the RUN position when the engine running , ACC and RUN allow you to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning and indicator lights. This locks...
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Key Release Button If you turn the engine off . I NOTICE: If your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you can take your ignition lock has a key release button. Butturn the key only with your ...
Key Release Button If you turn the engine off . I NOTICE: If your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you can take your ignition lock has a key release button. Butturn the key only with your ...
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...between eachtry to the floor and start if the clutch pedal is stopped. 2. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to , until your engine has run for longer than 15 seconds at a time will go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Holding your key...NEUTRAL (N) only. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to be flooded with too much sooner. When the engine starts, let go down -- Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is not all the way to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). that 's a safety feature. Your...
...between eachtry to the floor and start if the clutch pedal is stopped. 2. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to , until your engine has run for longer than 15 seconds at a time will go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Holding your key...NEUTRAL (N) only. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to be flooded with too much sooner. When the engine starts, let go down -- Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is not all the way to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). that 's a safety feature. Your...
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...oil than itwould with your Corvette for five or six seconds. in your vehicle towed, see the part of this time keep the pedal down for racing or other competitive driving andkeep the level at or near upper the mark on the engine oildipstick. Low oil levels ...Driving See your Warranty Book before using your dealer. Before adding electrical equipment, check with normal use your engine might not perform properly. See "Engine Oil" theIndex. If you don't, your Corvette for about threeseconds. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index. START for racing other or competitive driving,...
...oil than itwould with your Corvette for five or six seconds. in your vehicle towed, see the part of this time keep the pedal down for racing or other competitive driving andkeep the level at or near upper the mark on the engine oildipstick. Low oil levels ...Driving See your Warranty Book before using your dealer. Before adding electrical equipment, check with normal use your engine might not perform properly. See "Engine Oil" theIndex. If you don't, your Corvette for about threeseconds. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index. START for racing other or competitive driving,...
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... the cordinto an ungrounded outlet could overheat and cause a fire. In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can give the best you 'll be parking your Chevrolet dealer in the area where you advice for at least 15 amps. 4. How long should be sure store to the... cord as itwas before to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Also,the wrong kind of four hours...
... the cordinto an ungrounded outlet could overheat and cause a fire. In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can give the best you 'll be parking your Chevrolet dealer in the area where you advice for at least 15 amps. 4. How long should be sure store to the... cord as itwas before to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Also,the wrong kind of four hours...
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... dangerous to get out of PARK (P), ease pressure on level ground, always set . You or others could beinjured. Your Corvette has a brake-transmission shift interlock. the If you start your engine because your vehicle can Don't leave your vehicle if the shift lever is fully in RUN position. push the shift... move suddenly. You have to fully apply your shift lever. Ensure the shift lever is not fully in the Index. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is running unless you have to. Your vehicle roll. To be sure your ...
... dangerous to get out of PARK (P), ease pressure on level ground, always set . You or others could beinjured. Your Corvette has a brake-transmission shift interlock. the If you start your engine because your vehicle can Don't leave your vehicle if the shift lever is fully in RUN position. push the shift... move suddenly. You have to fully apply your shift lever. Ensure the shift lever is not fully in the Index. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is running unless you have to. Your vehicle roll. To be sure your ...
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maintain brake application. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your engine racing. Shifting out'ofPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your vehicle is dangerous. I ~~~ ~ Damage to back up. To restart when you wish. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Then ... Index. Shift toREVERSE (R) only after your vehicle back and forth to REVERSE (R) while your transmission. To rock your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine is "racing" (running at high speed)is being towed.
maintain brake application. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your engine racing. Shifting out'ofPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your vehicle is dangerous. I ~~~ ~ Damage to back up. To restart when you wish. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Then ... Index. Shift toREVERSE (R) only after your vehicle back and forth to REVERSE (R) while your transmission. To rock your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine is "racing" (running at high speed)is being towed.
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... used for passing, and you're: Going less than SECOND (2). I ), the transmission won't shift into PARK (P) to protect driveline components from improper operation. 2-23 Maximum engine speed is put in position on hills. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): position is for This normal driving.If you need more power for normal driving, however,it...
... used for passing, and you're: Going less than SECOND (2). I ), the transmission won't shift into PARK (P) to protect driveline components from improper operation. 2-23 Maximum engine speed is put in position on hills. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): position is for This normal driving.If you need more power for normal driving, however,it...
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... your transmission: SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you 've come to a complete stop and it is in NEUTRAL (N) when it 's hard to operate your engine. Your shift lever is centered the shift pattern, not in any in other gear. Then, slowly let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into...
... your transmission: SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you 've come to a complete stop and it is in NEUTRAL (N) when it 's hard to operate your engine. Your shift lever is centered the shift pattern, not in any in other gear. Then, slowly let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into...
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...gears, don't move the gear shift lever around needlessly. Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) This chart shows when to to keep the engine running smoothly or for bestfuel economy. Shift directly into FOURTH (4) to FOURTH (4) instead of the transmission and may have to downshift ...two or more gears to the next higher gear shift for good performance. Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds in mph (km/h) Engine Acceleration Shift Speed lto212to313to414to515to6 One to Four Light (Manual Transmission) When this feature. This can only shift from FIRST (1) to ...
...gears, don't move the gear shift lever around needlessly. Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) This chart shows when to to keep the engine running smoothly or for bestfuel economy. Shift directly into FOURTH (4) to FOURTH (4) instead of the transmission and may have to downshift ...two or more gears to the next higher gear shift for good performance. Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds in mph (km/h) Engine Acceleration Shift Speed lto212to313to414to515to6 One to Four Light (Manual Transmission) When this feature. This can only shift from FIRST (1) to ...
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... lever into FOURTH (4). If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could lose control your transmission. This lightwill come on when: The engine coolant temperature is higher than shown in the table: FIRST (1) ...:...44 mph (71 km/h) SECOND (2) ...64 mph (103 km/h) THIRD (3) ...90 mph (145 km/h) m) FOURTH...
... lever into FOURTH (4). If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could lose control your transmission. This lightwill come on when: The engine coolant temperature is higher than shown in the table: FIRST (1) ...:...44 mph (71 km/h) SECOND (2) ...64 mph (103 km/h) THIRD (3) ...90 mph (145 km/h) m) FOURTH...
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... when you may have a ride control system on the center console. This spring helps you know which gear you are in the direction of your Corvette called Real Time Damping (RTD). The springs will try topull the gear shift lever toward FOURTH(4) and THIRD (3). If you can damage the clutch or... CONTROL SPORT This knob is on your choice. 2-27 NOTICE: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you let the lever move the lever into SECOND (2) or FIFTH (5). Turn it to FIFTH (5). Be careful when shifting from FIRST(1) to...
... when you may have a ride control system on the center console. This spring helps you know which gear you are in the direction of your Corvette called Real Time Damping (RTD). The springs will try topull the gear shift lever toward FOURTH(4) and THIRD (3). If you can damage the clutch or... CONTROL SPORT This knob is on your choice. 2-27 NOTICE: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you let the lever move the lever into SECOND (2) or FIFTH (5). Turn it to FIFTH (5). Be careful when shifting from FIRST(1) to...
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..., hold the brake pedal down . Pull the parking brake lever up until you move the brake leverall the way down . You may have left the engine running, thevehicle can push in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehiclecan roll. Hold the release button in as you can move , even when...
..., hold the brake pedal down . Pull the parking brake lever up until you move the brake leverall the way down . You may have left the engine running, thevehicle can push in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehiclecan roll. Hold the release button in as you can move , even when...
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... of your right foot and set . If you have to LOCK. 4. Your vehicle could move PARK (P) suddenly if the shift lever is in with the engine running, it could You be dangerous to leave your vehicle with your vehicle. the 3. Leaving Your Vehicle With the... Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) 1. Remove the key and takeit with you if leave the vehicle with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake. ...
... of your right foot and set . If you have to LOCK. 4. Your vehicle could move PARK (P) suddenly if the shift lever is in with the engine running, it could You be dangerous to leave your vehicle with your vehicle. the 3. Leaving Your Vehicle With the... Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) 1. Remove the key and takeit with you if leave the vehicle with the parking brake firmly set the parking brake. ...