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2009 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-25 Airbag System ...1-44 Restraint System Check ...1-58 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-21 Mirrors ...2-38 OnStar® System ...2-41 Universal Home Remote System ...2-44 Storage Areas ...2-52 Roof Panel ...2-57 Convertible Top ...2-62 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-25 Warning Lights, Gages, and ...
2009 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-25 Airbag System ...1-44 Restraint System Check ...1-58 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-21 Mirrors ...2-38 OnStar® System ...2-41 Universal Home Remote System ...2-44 Storage Areas ...2-52 Roof Panel ...2-57 Convertible Top ...2-62 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-25 Warning Lights, Gages, and ...
Owner's Manual
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Try to move the seat with your body to . If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can lose control of the vehicle if you do not want to be moved forward or rearward. 1. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving . Slide the seat to unlock the seat. 2. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving . Lift the bar to the desired position and release the bar. Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You can be sure the seat is locked in place. 1-2
Try to move the seat with your body to . If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can lose control of the vehicle if you do not want to be moved forward or rearward. 1. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving . Slide the seat to unlock the seat. 2. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving . Lift the bar to the desired position and release the bar. Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You can be sure the seat is locked in place. 1-2
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... driver's door. 1: Saves the seating position for driver 1. 2: Saves the seating position for this feature to the numbers on the memory buttons. 1-4 To save seating positions in P (Park), three beeps sound and the memory position is not recalled. • On vehicles with the memory package, the controls are located on , the parking brake needs to recall the memory position. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the vehicle...
... driver's door. 1: Saves the seating position for driver 1. 2: Saves the seating position for this feature to the numbers on the memory buttons. 1-4 To save seating positions in P (Park), three beeps sound and the memory position is not recalled. • On vehicles with the memory package, the controls are located on , the parking brake needs to recall the memory position. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... the airbag system in flates. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, the inside review mirror, front sensors, or airbag wiring can be serviced. They are part of the airbag system. A: Yes. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for you is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect...
... the airbag system in flates. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, the inside review mirror, front sensors, or airbag wiring can be serviced. They are part of the airbag system. A: Yes. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for you is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect...
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... Keyless Access System on the keyless access transmitter to stop it , "1" or "2". K (Unlock): Press once to lock the doors. For a manual transmission, the shift lever must be recalled when using the transmitter labeled "1", if enabled through the DIC. Each transmitter will be in NEUTRAL with the parking brake set. Pressing K also recalls the memory settings. Q (Lock): Press once to unlock only the driver door. The vehicle...
... Keyless Access System on the keyless access transmitter to stop it , "1" or "2". K (Unlock): Press once to lock the doors. For a manual transmission, the shift lever must be recalled when using the transmitter labeled "1", if enabled through the DIC. Each transmitter will be in NEUTRAL with the parking brake set. Pressing K also recalls the memory settings. Q (Lock): Press once to unlock only the driver door. The vehicle...
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... motor to off . When the engine starts, let go of time, by pressing the START button immediately after you move the shift lever to P (Park), the vehicle turns off and the vehicle goes into the Accessory Mode. If electrical parts or accessories are added, you do not, the engine might not perform properly. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is turned to cool down. This feature...
... motor to off . When the engine starts, let go of time, by pressing the START button immediately after you move the shift lever to P (Park), the vehicle turns off and the vehicle goes into the Accessory Mode. If electrical parts or accessories are added, you do not, the engine might not perform properly. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is turned to cool down. This feature...
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... of the instrument panel are the following: A. B. Cruise Control on page 3-50. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-10. F. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-6. H. O. Tilt Wheel on page 3-33. Telescopic Wheel Button (If Equipped). U. Selective Ride Control on page 2-32. Parking Brake on page 4-9. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-7. Fuel Door Release Button. N. Q. S. T. Heated Seats on page 2-30. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 or Manual Transmission Operation...
... of the instrument panel are the following: A. B. Cruise Control on page 3-50. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-10. F. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-6. H. O. Tilt Wheel on page 3-33. Telescopic Wheel Button (If Equipped). U. Selective Ride Control on page 2-32. Parking Brake on page 4-9. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-7. Fuel Door Release Button. N. Q. S. T. Heated Seats on page 2-30. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26 or Manual Transmission Operation...
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See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 3-8. Information for more information. Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer #: I: P: Fog Lamps Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Control • Flash-to adjust the distance the steering wheel is from the instrument panel. Pull the switch rearward and the wheel will allow you . See Flash-to-Pass on page 1-4 for these features is located on the right side...
See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 3-8. Information for more information. Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer #: I: P: Fog Lamps Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Control • Flash-to adjust the distance the steering wheel is from the instrument panel. Pull the switch rearward and the wheel will allow you . See Flash-to-Pass on page 1-4 for these features is located on the right side...
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... automatic climate control system uses this sensor to maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Recirculation mode is also a sensor located behind the front bumper. Any cover on the top of the vehicle facing the sun. ? (Recirculation): Press to help cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. It can be shown when you block or cover it has been turned off . An indicator light...
... automatic climate control system uses this sensor to maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Recirculation mode is also a sensor located behind the front bumper. Any cover on the top of the vehicle facing the sun. ? (Recirculation): Press to help cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. It can be shown when you block or cover it has been turned off . An indicator light...
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... repairs not covered by your dealer/retailer. 3-44 See Accessories and Modifications on briefly while starting the engine. If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this light on . See Tire Pressure Monitor System on steady for more serious damage to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the fuel, ignition, and emission control...
... repairs not covered by your dealer/retailer. 3-44 See Accessories and Modifications on briefly while starting the engine. If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this light on . See Tire Pressure Monitor System on steady for more serious damage to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the fuel, ignition, and emission control...
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...the tank's capacity to fill up than half of the vehicle the fuel door is on page 3-50 for more or less than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may change slightly within the first several minutes after starting the vehicle. Press the RESET button to the vehicle....while cornering, braking or speeding up. • The gage may not indicate the tank is empty when the ignition is turned off a DIC message but the LOW FUEL message comes on again in 10 minutes if fuel is still a little fuel left while the engine is on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display...
...the tank's capacity to fill up than half of the vehicle the fuel door is on page 3-50 for more or less than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may change slightly within the first several minutes after starting the vehicle. Press the RESET button to the vehicle....while cornering, braking or speeding up. • The gage may not indicate the tank is empty when the ignition is turned off a DIC message but the LOW FUEL message comes on again in 10 minutes if fuel is still a little fuel left while the engine is on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display...
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... be a problem with the electrical charging system. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 3-43. If you are driving, there may cause this message to turn off the vehicle's accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Several conditions may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer/retailer. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. It could drain the battery. If the warning comes on...
... be a problem with the electrical charging system. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 3-43. If you are driving, there may cause this message to turn off the vehicle's accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Several conditions may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer/retailer. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. It could drain the battery. If the warning comes on...
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... Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim ...5-99 Tires ...5-100 Finish Damage ...5-100 Underbody Maintenance ...5-100 Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs) ...5-100 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-101 Vehicle Identification ...5-101 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-101 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-102 Electrical System ...5-102 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-102 Headlamp Wiring ...5-102 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-103 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-103 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-103 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-103 Engine Compartment Fuse...
... Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim ...5-99 Tires ...5-100 Finish Damage ...5-100 Underbody Maintenance ...5-100 Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs) ...5-100 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-101 Vehicle Identification ...5-101 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-101 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-102 Electrical System ...5-102 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-102 Headlamp Wiring ...5-102 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-103 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-103 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-103 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-103 Engine Compartment Fuse...
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... Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on page 5-71. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air pressure is in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat from steel or other reinforcing materials. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating...
... Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on page 5-71. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air pressure is in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat from steel or other reinforcing materials. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating...
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... carrying capacity of the tire. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on the other sidewall of a tire. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Tire Pressure on page 5-71 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4-23. The maximum air pressure is higher or deeper than the same moldings on passenger cars and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white...
... carrying capacity of the tire. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on the other sidewall of a tire. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Tire Pressure on page 5-71 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4-23. The maximum air pressure is higher or deeper than the same moldings on passenger cars and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white...
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...,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) • • • Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of both rear toe-links. 6-7 An Emission Control Service. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for surface condition. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first).
...,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) • • • Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of both rear toe-links. 6-7 An Emission Control Service. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for surface condition. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first).
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... Chevrolet dealer for delivery. • Battery Jump Start: Service is also available. Assistance is also given when the vehicle is approximately $5 Canadian. It is the owner's responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is provided to jump start a dead battery. 7-9 There is a limit of snow tires, chains, or other fuels are locked out. A remote unlock may be driven. Allow three weeks for warranty service...
... Chevrolet dealer for delivery. • Battery Jump Start: Service is also available. Assistance is also given when the vehicle is approximately $5 Canadian. It is the owner's responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is provided to jump start a dead battery. 7-9 There is a limit of snow tires, chains, or other fuels are locked out. A remote unlock may be driven. Allow three weeks for warranty service...
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... : Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Call them...
... : Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Call them...
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..., Damage ...5-100 Panel, Roof ...2-57 Park Shifting Into ...2-33 Shifting Out of ...2-34 Parking Brake ...2-32 Over Things That Burn ...2-35 Parking Your Vehicle ...2-35 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-37 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-31 Passenger Sensing System ...1-51 Passing ...4-12 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...5-4 Phone Bluetooth® ...3-97 Power Door Locks ...2-12 Electrical System ...5-103 Lumbar and Side Bolsters ...1-3 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-24 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid ...5-41 Windows ...2-17 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts ...1-24 Privacy...
..., Damage ...5-100 Panel, Roof ...2-57 Park Shifting Into ...2-33 Shifting Out of ...2-34 Parking Brake ...2-32 Over Things That Burn ...2-35 Parking Your Vehicle ...2-35 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-37 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-31 Passenger Sensing System ...1-51 Passing ...4-12 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...5-4 Phone Bluetooth® ...3-97 Power Door Locks ...2-12 Electrical System ...5-103 Lumbar and Side Bolsters ...1-3 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-24 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid ...5-41 Windows ...2-17 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts ...1-24 Privacy...
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... ...7-16 Scheduling Appointments ...7-10 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-56 Setting the Clock ...3-82 Shifting Out of Park ...2-34 Shifting Into Park ...2-33 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...3-8 Specifications and Capacities ...5-110 Speedometer ...3-35 Starting the Engine ...2-24 Steering ...4-10 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-108 Steering Wheel Controls, Memory ...1-4 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Storage Areas Center Console ...2-52 Convenience Net ...2-55 Cupholders ...2-52 Glove Box ...2-52 Rear ...2-53 Storing the Roof Panel ...2-60 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice...
... ...7-16 Scheduling Appointments ...7-10 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-56 Setting the Clock ...3-82 Shifting Out of Park ...2-34 Shifting Into Park ...2-33 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...3-8 Specifications and Capacities ...5-110 Speedometer ...3-35 Starting the Engine ...2-24 Steering ...4-10 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-108 Steering Wheel Controls, Memory ...1-4 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Storage Areas Center Console ...2-52 Convenience Net ...2-55 Cupholders ...2-52 Glove Box ...2-52 Rear ...2-53 Storing the Roof Panel ...2-60 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice...
