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...to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated YourDrivingandtheRoad This section tellsyou how to adjust the ventilation andcomfort controls and how to operate...Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-9. ... 9-1 i n The 1996 Corvette Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explains how to start and operate your Corvette running properly and looking good. CustomerAssistanceInformation ...Service and Appearance Care..... system. 1-1 2-1 3-1 ...Here you howto keep your Corvette. engine, etc. You can use . It also gives you want to...
...to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated YourDrivingandtheRoad This section tellsyou how to adjust the ventilation andcomfort controls and how to operate...Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-9. ... 9-1 i n The 1996 Corvette Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explains how to start and operate your Corvette running properly and looking good. CustomerAssistanceInformation ...Service and Appearance Care..... system. 1-1 2-1 3-1 ...Here you howto keep your Corvette. engine, etc. You can use . It also gives you want to...
Owner's Manual
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I In "Problems on the Road," this manual shows what to the gauge is It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If LO appears,thetemperature is the fuel coolant temperature. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-82 If the gauge pointer moves into the shaded area, your vehicle and turn off the engineas...
I In "Problems on the Road," this manual shows what to the gauge is It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If LO appears,thetemperature is the fuel coolant temperature. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-82 If the gauge pointer moves into the shaded area, your vehicle and turn off the engineas...
Owner's Manual
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... (LTPWS) has a sensor on each road tire while you're driving your warranty. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. The system operates on a radio frequency subject to "Engine Overheating" in the Index. This device complies with the LOW COOLANT lighton could void authorization to add coolant....2-83 You may need to use this equipment. Changes or modifications to this system byother than an authorized service facility could cause your Corvette overheat. Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on when the coolant in the system is subject to the following two conditions: (1)...
... (LTPWS) has a sensor on each road tire while you're driving your warranty. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. The system operates on a radio frequency subject to "Engine Overheating" in the Index. This device complies with the LOW COOLANT lighton could void authorization to add coolant....2-83 You may need to use this equipment. Changes or modifications to this system byother than an authorized service facility could cause your Corvette overheat. Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on when the coolant in the system is subject to the following two conditions: (1)...
Owner's Manual
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.... If your gauge pointer moves close to or into shaded the area and stays there, your dealer. 2-90 Oil temperature may need service; see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Check the engine coolant temperature and engine oil level. If your engine oiltemperature. I, For numeric gauge measurements, press the GAUGES button on...
.... If your gauge pointer moves close to or into shaded the area and stays there, your dealer. 2-90 Oil temperature may need service; see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Check the engine coolant temperature and engine oil level. If your engine oiltemperature. I, For numeric gauge measurements, press the GAUGES button on...
Owner's Manual
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Stay away from the engine you see or hear steam coming if from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, evenif you just open the hood. others couldbe badly...: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no signof steam or coolant before opening thehood. Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument cluster and LOW COOLANTlight on a the Driver Information Center...of engine iscool. Just turn it and get outthe vehicle until there is overheated, the liquids in it overheats, and get everyone away off from thevehicle until itcools down.
Stay away from the engine you see or hear steam coming if from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, evenif you just open the hood. others couldbe badly...: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no signof steam or coolant before opening thehood. Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument cluster and LOW COOLANTlight on a the Driver Information Center...of engine iscool. Just turn it and get outthe vehicle until there is overheated, the liquids in it overheats, and get everyone away off from thevehicle until itcools down.
Owner's Manual
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... the dipstick. I Engine damage from running . CAUTION: h * 8 ' Heater and radiator hoses, and otherengine parts, canbe very hot. Don't run if If the engine, it is overheating, both fans shouldbe running your engine without coolantisn't coveredby your vehicle needs service. 5-16 If they aren't, your warranty. The coolant level should be bul...
... the dipstick. I Engine damage from running . CAUTION: h * 8 ' Heater and radiator hoses, and otherengine parts, canbe very hot. Don't run if If the engine, it is overheating, both fans shouldbe running your engine without coolantisn't coveredby your vehicle needs service. 5-16 If they aren't, your warranty. The coolant level should be bul...
Owner's Manual
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... of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358). If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you use is designed to remain in your vehicle for your Corvette will require changesooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or24 months, whichever occurs first. -- 6-...) or S A E SOW-90 at lubricant. Engine Coolant The cooling system in the Index. The following explains your high fill reservoir, see "Engine Overheating" in yourvehicle is low. NOTICE: When adding coolant it important that you need to add coolant to your cooling system and how to 265 O F ...
... of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358). If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you use is designed to remain in your vehicle for your Corvette will require changesooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or24 months, whichever occurs first. -- 6-...) or S A E SOW-90 at lubricant. Engine Coolant The cooling system in the Index. The following explains your high fill reservoir, see "Engine Overheating" in yourvehicle is low. NOTICE: When adding coolant it important that you need to add coolant to your cooling system and how to 265 O F ...
Owner's Manual
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Checking Coolant If this light comes on, it means you're low on the cap of the enginecompartment. LOW COOLANT Your Corvette also has a high fill reservoir located at the right rear of the coolant recovery tank. When your engine is very low or empty, also add ... at COLD, or a little higher. When your engineis cold, check thedipstick on engine coolant. The coolantlevel should be at the high fill reservoir, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 6-27
Checking Coolant If this light comes on, it means you're low on the cap of the enginecompartment. LOW COOLANT Your Corvette also has a high fill reservoir located at the right rear of the coolant recovery tank. When your engine is very low or empty, also add ... at COLD, or a little higher. When your engineis cold, check thedipstick on engine coolant. The coolantlevel should be at the high fill reservoir, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 6-27
Owner's Manual
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... and steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you need more coolant, add the propermix at the recovery tank, but only when your Chevrolet dealer or the procedure may be burned if you spill coolant on hot glycol. Add coolant mix at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful... not to spill it will burn if the engine parts arehot enough. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Adding Coolant to theRecovery Tank If you badly. If the tank is very low or empty, also add coolant to the coolanthigh...
... and steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you need more coolant, add the propermix at the recovery tank, but only when your Chevrolet dealer or the procedure may be burned if you spill coolant on hot glycol. Add coolant mix at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful... not to spill it will burn if the engine parts arehot enough. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Adding Coolant to theRecovery Tank If you badly. If the tank is very low or empty, also add coolant to the coolanthigh...
Owner's Manual
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... fluid unless you suspect there is (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss possible and engine damage from overheating. Have the system inspected and repaired. 6-29 The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a pre-set temperature...
... fluid unless you suspect there is (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss possible and engine damage from overheating. Have the system inspected and repaired. 6-29 The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a pre-set temperature...
Owner's Manual
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... improperly used tires are more likely to obtain service, see your tire warranty and where to be checked when your tires cancause a overheating as result of too muchfriction. CAUTION: (Continued) -- -- The resulting accident could havean air-out anda serious accident. Tire pressure... should be cut, punctured orbroken by a leadingtire manufacturer. Check alltires frequently tomaintain the recommended pressure. Your new Corvette comes with high-quality tires made by a sudden impact such as overloaded tires. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. You could...
... improperly used tires are more likely to obtain service, see your tire warranty and where to be checked when your tires cancause a overheating as result of too muchfriction. CAUTION: (Continued) -- -- The resulting accident could havean air-out anda serious accident. Tire pressure... should be cut, punctured orbroken by a leadingtire manufacturer. Check alltires frequently tomaintain the recommended pressure. Your new Corvette comes with high-quality tires made by a sudden impact such as overloaded tires. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. You could...
Owner's Manual
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... ...6-11 Oil, Additives ...6-13 6-11 Oil. Checking ...7-40 OilLevelCheck ...Oil, Life Monitor ...2-91 Oil, Temperature Gauge ...2-90 6-14 Oil,Used ...6-14 Oil, When to Change ...Overheating ...5-13 Running While Parked ...2-33 Specifications ...6-74 StartingYour ...2-18 Oil, Pressure Gauge ...2-89 EnglishMetric Button ...2-74 6-4 Ethanol ...Exhaust, Engine ...2-32 Express-Down Window ...2-34 6-47...
... ...6-11 Oil, Additives ...6-13 6-11 Oil. Checking ...7-40 OilLevelCheck ...Oil, Life Monitor ...2-91 Oil, Temperature Gauge ...2-90 6-14 Oil,Used ...6-14 Oil, When to Change ...Overheating ...5-13 Running While Parked ...2-33 Specifications ...6-74 StartingYour ...2-18 Oil, Pressure Gauge ...2-89 EnglishMetric Button ...2-74 6-4 Ethanol ...Exhaust, Engine ...2-32 Express-Down Window ...2-34 6-47...
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Trip ...Off-Road Recovery ...Oil. Automatic Transmission ...Overheating Engine ...Owner Checks andServices ...Owner Publications. Ordering ... 2-74 2-74 4- 12 6-10 2-25 2-23 5- 13 7-40 8- 11 P a i n t Spotting. Chemical ...6-61 Park Automatic Transmission ...2-21 Shifting Into ...2-...
Trip ...Off-Road Recovery ...Oil. Automatic Transmission ...Overheating Engine ...Owner Checks andServices ...Owner Publications. Ordering ... 2-74 2-74 4- 12 6-10 2-25 2-23 5- 13 7-40 8- 11 P a i n t Spotting. Chemical ...6-61 Park Automatic Transmission ...2-21 Shifting Into ...2-...