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... alphabetical listing of almost every subject in thismanual. It also gives you 'll find something you howto keep your Corvette. Maintenanceschedule ...This section tellsyou when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while ...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. This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to quickly find helpful information and tipsabout ...
... alphabetical listing of almost every subject in thismanual. It also gives you 'll find something you howto keep your Corvette. Maintenanceschedule ...This section tellsyou when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while ...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. This section tellsyou how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to quickly find helpful information and tipsabout ...
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...Motors Corporation. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it . Mississauga, Ontario L5T lC7 Litho inU.S.A. We reserve the right to make changes in your Corvette, it will be so there if you ever need it ...thetime it when you If sell the.vehicle, please leave this manual. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GMEmblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, CORVETTE and the CORVETTE Emblem, are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a French Language Manual:...
...Motors Corporation. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it . Mississauga, Ontario L5T lC7 Litho inU.S.A. We reserve the right to make changes in your Corvette, it will be so there if you ever need it ...thetime it when you If sell the.vehicle, please leave this manual. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GMEmblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, CORVETTE and the CORVETTE Emblem, are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a French Language Manual:...
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...Witha two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, Blue Flame six-cylinder engine, and gleaming Polo White exterior, the Corvette began its unmistakable charisma and the excitement it was only a designer's dream. Unique styling, powerful performance and an undeniable panache havemade... Corvette one of movie stars and celebrities. Designers freshened up the 'Vette in1956 by adding a removable hardtop and the famous Corvette "coves." The sculptured body enhanced its sportylook, and a standard 2 10-...
...Witha two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, Blue Flame six-cylinder engine, and gleaming Polo White exterior, the Corvette began its unmistakable charisma and the excitement it was only a designer's dream. Unique styling, powerful performance and an undeniable panache havemade... Corvette one of movie stars and celebrities. Designers freshened up the 'Vette in1956 by adding a removable hardtop and the famous Corvette "coves." The sculptured body enhanced its sportylook, and a standard 2 10-...
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L; the Sting Ray coupe. The split window would only be offered in 1963, making this 'Vette sported a lean and hungryshape, creating a senseof motion even when standing still. An instant success, the now-classic Sting Ray featured concealed headlamps and a unique split rear window. And for 1968, this model among the most prized Corvettes ever built. In 1963, Corvette hit the road with an eye-catching new look -- iv Restyled inside and out for the first time, Corvette offered removable roof panels.
L; the Sting Ray coupe. The split window would only be offered in 1963, making this 'Vette sported a lean and hungryshape, creating a senseof motion even when standing still. An instant success, the now-classic Sting Ray featured concealed headlamps and a unique split rear window. And for 1968, this model among the most prized Corvettes ever built. In 1963, Corvette hit the road with an eye-catching new look -- iv Restyled inside and out for the first time, Corvette offered removable roof panels.
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For its 25th anniversary,the 1978 Corvette received a new fastback roofline with a wide expanse of glass that wrapped around the sides. V Emblenx front and rear identified the '78 'Vette a s a Silver Anniversary model.
For its 25th anniversary,the 1978 Corvette received a new fastback roofline with a wide expanse of glass that wrapped around the sides. V Emblenx front and rear identified the '78 'Vette a s a Silver Anniversary model.
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In short, the 1984 redesign enhanced the Corvette's reputation as a leader in its 44th year production, Corvette only gets of any production car. i vi From the Grand Sport 330-horsepower engine LT4 to state-of sports car anticipated the future with a sleek ... superior handling and performance. Now in the world sports car market. In 1984, the fourth generation America's favorite of -the-art refinements standard on all Corvettes, today's Corvette is a premier driving machine. Windshield angle was the sheerest of any domestic vehicle, cornering ability the tightest of better.
In short, the 1984 redesign enhanced the Corvette's reputation as a leader in its 44th year production, Corvette only gets of any production car. i vi From the Grand Sport 330-horsepower engine LT4 to state-of sports car anticipated the future with a sleek ... superior handling and performance. Now in the world sports car market. In 1984, the fourth generation America's favorite of -the-art refinements standard on all Corvettes, today's Corvette is a premier driving machine. Windshield angle was the sheerest of any domestic vehicle, cornering ability the tightest of better.
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... . vii To build your 1996 Corvette,over 1,200 employes teamed up with the high-tech robots that assist in the world. CORVETTE ASSEMBLY PLANT The Corvette Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky is one of Kentucky's mostpopular tourist attractions. Corvette Assembly Plant toursare conducted Monday through... Friday. Since beginning production in September of 1994. It is Corvette's thirdhome since 1953. The Bowling Green facility is also attracting tourists to painting. The new National Corvette Museum, located near the assembly plant, opened its doors in June of ...
... . vii To build your 1996 Corvette,over 1,200 employes teamed up with the high-tech robots that assist in the world. CORVETTE ASSEMBLY PLANT The Corvette Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky is one of Kentucky's mostpopular tourist attractions. Corvette Assembly Plant toursare conducted Monday through... Friday. Since beginning production in September of 1994. It is Corvette's thirdhome since 1953. The Bowling Green facility is also attracting tourists to painting. The new National Corvette Museum, located near the assembly plant, opened its doors in June of ...
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It's an alphabetical list all of that's in is something that could be hurt. In the caution area, we tell you need the Index in the manual, and the page number where you what to do to help you 'll find it. This safety symbol means "Don't," "Don't do this,it in CAUTION to end when they first receive their new vehicle. Then we tell you 'll find that could hurt you if you or others could hurt you or other people. If you do this," or "Don't let this manual, you learn about things use a box and the word that pictures and words work together to explain things ...
It's an alphabetical list all of that's in is something that could be hurt. In the caution area, we tell you need the Index in the manual, and the page number where you what to do to help you 'll find it. This safety symbol means "Don't," "Don't do this,it in CAUTION to end when they first receive their new vehicle. Then we tell you 'll find that could hurt you if you or others could hurt you or other people. If you do this," or "Don't let this manual, you learn about things use a box and the word that pictures and words work together to explain things ...
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Many times, this book you about something that can damage your vehicle. You'll also see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in this damage would not be covered by your warranty, andcould be costly. They use on the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. ix it But the notice will find these notices: I NOTICE: These mean there something that could is damage your vehicle. When you read other manuals, you what to do to help avoid the damage. In the notice area, we tell you will tell you might see warning labels your vehicle. L Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, ...
Many times, this book you about something that can damage your vehicle. You'll also see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in this damage would not be covered by your warranty, andcould be costly. They use on the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. ix it But the notice will find these notices: I NOTICE: These mean there something that could is damage your vehicle. When you read other manuals, you what to do to help avoid the damage. In the notice area, we tell you will tell you might see warning labels your vehicle. L Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, ...
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your vehicle. 1 Vehicle Symbols These are some other symbols you may see: Q ,\I/, UNLOCK El TURN SIGNALS ee WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER ENGINE COOLANT TEMP -,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 an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY A ...
your vehicle. 1 Vehicle Symbols These are some other symbols you may see: Q ,\I/, UNLOCK El TURN SIGNALS ee WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER ENGINE COOLANT TEMP -,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 an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY A ...
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... . Adjust driver's seat only when the the vehicle is locked into place. 1-1 and Manual Seat /d CAUTION: I You can also learn about the seats in your Corvette and how use your body, to unlock it . Slide the seat to where you want to adjust them, and also about the seats -- Move the...
... . Adjust driver's seat only when the the vehicle is locked into place. 1-1 and Manual Seat /d CAUTION: I You can also learn about the seats in your Corvette and how use your body, to unlock it . Slide the seat to where you want to adjust them, and also about the seats -- Move the...
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The backthe control will move of the back ofthe seat,and the front of the control will move. Move the control toward the center of the vehicle to raise the seat and away from the center of the vehicle to move the seat forward or backward. If ,you have the Sport you move the whole control, the whole seat will move the frontof the seat. Power Seat (Option) SEAT A 4D 4D RIDE CONT SPORT Different partsof the power seat control move different parts of your seat.If you must move the switch Seat, next to the lumbar controls DR (driver) orPS to (passenger) before adjusting your power ...
The backthe control will move of the back ofthe seat,and the front of the control will move. Move the control toward the center of the vehicle to raise the seat and away from the center of the vehicle to move the seat forward or backward. If ,you have the Sport you move the whole control, the whole seat will move the frontof the seat. Power Seat (Option) SEAT A 4D 4D RIDE CONT SPORT Different partsof the power seat control move different parts of your seat.If you must move the switch Seat, next to the lumbar controls DR (driver) orPS to (passenger) before adjusting your power ...
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First move each switch left to inflateor right to deflate. the seatback in place. 1-3 There'salso a side bolster thatadjusts the sidesof the seat aroundyou to give you want Release the lever to where you more lateral support. For lumbar support, move the selector switch toDR (driver) or PS (passenger). To adjust the seatback, push the lever back and move the shaping switches until your seat. Then move the seatback to lock it. There are three lumbar supportsfor the upper, middle and lower back. Sport Seat (Option) RIDE CONTROL SPORT Reclining Seatbacks These switches ...
First move each switch left to inflateor right to deflate. the seatback in place. 1-3 There'salso a side bolster thatadjusts the sidesof the seat aroundyou to give you want Release the lever to where you more lateral support. For lumbar support, move the selector switch toDR (driver) or PS (passenger). To adjust the seatback, push the lever back and move the shaping switches until your seat. Then move the seatback to lock it. There are three lumbar supportsfor the upper, middle and lower back. Sport Seat (Option) RIDE CONTROL SPORT Reclining Seatbacks These switches ...
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In a crash you 're reclined like this. The belt forces would be in front of you. But don't have the seatback upright. The shoulder belt can 't do you couldgo into it will be there, not your vehicle is moving. The lapbelt can 't doits job because it won't be dangerous. In a crash the belt could cause serious internal injuries. Then sitwell back in the seat and wear your vehicle is in For motion, have a seatback reclined if your pelvic bones. at This could go up , your safety belts can be against your abdomen. Evenif you buckle up over your body. Sitting in a ...
In a crash you 're reclined like this. The belt forces would be in front of you. But don't have the seatback upright. The shoulder belt can 't do you couldgo into it will be there, not your vehicle is moving. The lapbelt can 't doits job because it won't be dangerous. In a crash the belt could cause serious internal injuries. Then sitwell back in the seat and wear your vehicle is in For motion, have a seatback reclined if your pelvic bones. at This could go up , your safety belts can be against your abdomen. Evenif you buckle up over your body. Sitting in a ...
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To fold a seatback forward,lift this latch and push the seatback forward. Seatback Latches CAUTION: If the seatback isn't locked, it locked. Always press rearwardon the seatback to the person sitting there. That could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. Both seatbacks fold forward to give access to its original position, make sure the seatback is it could cause injury to be sure is locked. 1-5 Whenyou return the seatback to the rear you area.
To fold a seatback forward,lift this latch and push the seatback forward. Seatback Latches CAUTION: If the seatback isn't locked, it locked. Always press rearwardon the seatback to the person sitting there. That could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. Both seatbacks fold forward to give access to its original position, make sure the seatback is it could cause injury to be sure is locked. 1-5 Whenyou return the seatback to the rear you area.
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If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be seriously injured orkilled. You can bemuch worse. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are buckled up. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be a one. bad A few crashes are in between. It also tells you should not do have been badly hurt or killed. In most crashes are mild, and some things you some crashes can surviveand sometimes walk away. But most crashes buckling up a person wouldn't survive. Alwaysfasten your passenger's belt...
If you are in a crash and you're not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be seriously injured orkilled. You can bemuch worse. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are buckled up. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be a one. bad A few crashes are in between. It also tells you should not do have been badly hurt or killed. In most crashes are mild, and some things you some crashes can surviveand sometimes walk away. But most crashes buckling up a person wouldn't survive. Alwaysfasten your passenger's belt...
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a 1-7 Put someone on anything, yougo as fast as it goes. Suppose it's justseat onwheels. Take the simplest vehicle. Why Safety Belts Work When you ridein or on it.
a 1-7 Put someone on anything, yougo as fast as it goes. Suppose it's justseat onwheels. Take the simplest vehicle. Why Safety Belts Work When you ridein or on it.
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J Y Get it could be the windshield ... 1-8 by In a real vehicle,it up to speed. Then stop . The person keeps going until stopped something. The rider doesn't stop the vehicle.
J Y Get it could be the windshield ... 1-8 by In a real vehicle,it up to speed. Then stop . The person keeps going until stopped something. The rider doesn't stop the vehicle.
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or the instrument panel ... That's why safety belts make such good sense. You stop over more time to stop. With safety belts, you slow downas the vehicle does. You get more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. or the safety belts!
or the instrument panel ... That's why safety belts make such good sense. You stop over more time to stop. With safety belts, you slow downas the vehicle does. You get more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. or the safety belts!
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You may .be trapped in an accident -- you 're in the vehicle after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you still have to getthe most of safety belts. That's true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in the future. accident if I'm wearing a safety belt? &= If I be an excellent driver, butif you and your fault -- Safety belts are belted. Even if you're in most protection. even one that has air bags, you are for salehas required the use of them . And the greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occur at ...
You may .be trapped in an accident -- you 're in the vehicle after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you still have to getthe most of safety belts. That's true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in the future. accident if I'm wearing a safety belt? &= If I be an excellent driver, butif you and your fault -- Safety belts are belted. Even if you're in most protection. even one that has air bags, you are for salehas required the use of them . And the greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occur at ...