CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2005 6.G Repair Manual

Keys
{CAUTION:
Leaving children unattended in a vehicle is
dangerous, but it is even more dangerous if
the keyless access transmitter is also left in
the vehicle. A child or others could be badly
injured or even killed.
They could operate the power windows or
other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Do not leave the keyless access transmitter in
a vehicle with children.
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There is a key that works
the glove box, the center
console and can open
the hatch/trunk lid if vehicle
power is lost. See
Hatch/Trunk on page 2-14
for more information.
This key can also be used to turn on/off the passenger’s
airbags. SeeAirbag Off Switch on page 1-48.
Your vehicle has a keyless access system with
pushbutton start. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-21
for information on starting the vehicle.
Notice:If you ever lose your transmitter(s) and/or
key, it could be difficult to get into your vehicle. You
may even have to damage your vehicle to get in.
Be sure you have a spare transmitter and/or key.
In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 7-5.Keyless Access System
Your vehicle has a Keyless Access System that
operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with
Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
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If you ever notice a decrease in the keyless access
transmitter range, try doing one of the following:
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during
rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may
be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the
left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and
try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See “Battery Replacement” under
Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5.
Check to make sure that an electronic device such
as a cellular phone or lap top computer is not
causing interference.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualied technician for service.
Keyless Access System Operation
Your vehicle has a keyless access system that
allows you to lock and unlock your doors, unlock your
hatch/trunk lid and disarm or arm your theft-deterrent
system. The range distance is as much as 100 feet
(30 m) away.
Your vehicle comes
standard with
two transmitters, and
up to four can be matched
to your vehicle. See
“Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle” later in
this section.
Q(Lock):Press this button to lock the doors. The
light on the door will ash once. If this button is pressed
two times, the doors will lock, the light will ash and
the horn will sound.
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K(Unlock):Press this button to unlock the driver’s
door. The light on the door will ash two times. Press the
button two times within 10 seconds to unlock both
doors. If it is dark enough outside, your interior lamps
will come on.
Your memory settings may also be recalled when you
press the unlock button on the keyless access
transmitter. SeeMemory on page 2-68for more
information.
}(Hatch/Trunk):Press this button to open the
hatch/trunk lid while the engine is turned off. If the
engine is running the shifter needs to be in PARK (P)
for an automatic transmission or NEUTRAL with
the parking brake set for a manual transmission. See
Parking Brake on page 2-30.
L(Panic):Press this button to sound the vehicle
alarm. Press any other button on the keyless access
transmitter to stop the vehicle alarm.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle
Each keyless access transmitter is coded to allow only
transmitters programmed to your vehicle, to work. If
a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased and programmed through your GM dealer.
Your GM dealer can reprogram your vehicle so lost or
stolen transmitters no longer work with your vehicle.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters
matched to it.
To match a new transmitter to your vehicle when you
have a recognized transmitter (two recognized
transmitters are required for Canadian owners), do the
following:
1. The vehicle must be off.
2. Have the recognized and new, unrecognized
transmitters on your person.
3. Go to the rear of the vehicle and insert the vehicle
key into the key cylinder located above the license
plate. SeeHatch/Trunk on page 2-14for more
information on the key cylinder.
4. Open the trunk.
5. Turn the key ve times within ve seconds.
6. The DIC will display READY FOR FOB #X, where
X can be 2, 3 or 4.
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7. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in the
glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons
facing towards the passenger’s side.
8. Once the transmitter is programmed, a beep will
sound. The DIC will display READY FOR #X,
where X can be 3 or 4, or MAX # FOBS LEARNED.
9. Press the ACC button (ignition switch).
The Canadian immobilizer standard requires Canadian
owners to see their GM dealer for matching new
transmitters when a recognized transmitter is not
available. United States owners are permitted to match
a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognizedtransmitter is not available. The procedure will require
three ten minutes cycles to complete the matching
process. Do the following:
1. The vehicle must be off.
2. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in the
glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons
facing towards the passenger’s side.
3. Go to the rear of the vehicle and insert the vehicle
key into the key cylinder located above the license
plate. SeeHatch/Trunk on page 2-14for more
information on the key cylinder.
4. Open the trunk.
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5. Turn the key ve times within ve seconds.
6. The DIC message will display OFF-ACCESORY
TO LEARN.
7. Press the ACC button (ignition switch).
8. The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will
count down to zero, one minute at a time.
9. The DIC will display OFF-ACCESSORY TO
LEARN again.
10. Press the ACC button (ignition switch).
11. The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will
count down to zero, one minute at a time.
12. The DIC will display OFF-ACCESSORY TO
LEARN again.
13. Press the ACC button (ignition switch).14. The DIC will read WAIT 10 MINUTES and will
count down to zero, one minute at a time.
15. A beep will sound and the DIC will read READY
FOR FOB #1. At this time, all previously known
transmitters have been erased.
16. Once the transmitter is recognized and
programmed, a beep will sound and the DIC will
display READY FOR FOB #2.
If you have additional transmitters to program, take
transmitter 1 out of the transmitter pocket and place
transmitter 2 in the pocket. This can be done repeatedly
until up to four transmitters have be programmed.
The DIC will then display MAX # FOBS LEARNED and
will exit the programming mode.
When you are done programming transmitters, press
the ACC button (ignition switch).
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Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your keyless access
transmitter should last about three years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not
work at the normal range in any location. If you have
to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it is probably time to change the battery.
A weak battery may also cause the DIC to display NO
FOBS DETECTED when you try to start the vehicle.
If this happens, place the transmitter in the glove
box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing towards
the passenger’s side. Then, with the vehicle in PARK (P)
for an automatic transmission press the break pedal
and the START button, or if your vehicle has a manual
transmission, press the clutch and the START button.
Although this will start the vehicle, it is recommended
that you replace the transmitter battery as soon as
possible. The DIC may display FOB BATTERY LOW.
Notice:When replacing the battery, use care not to
touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage the
transmitter.1. Insert a coin or similar object into the slot on the
back of the transmitter and gently pry apart the
front and back.
2. Gently pull the battery out of the transmitter.
3. Put the new battery in the transmitter, positive (+)
side down. Use a battery, type CR2032, or
equivalent.
4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure to put it
together so water will not get in.
5. Test the transmitter.
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Doors and Locks
Door Locks
{CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers — especially children — can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. When a door is locked it
will not open. You increase the chance of
being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash
if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety
belts properly and lock the doors
whenever you drive.
Young children who get into unlocked
vehicles may be unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by extreme heat and can
suffer permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle
whenever you leave it.
Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down or
stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can
help prevent this from happening.There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.
From the outside, press the lock or unlock button on
the keyless access transmitter. When you have
the transmitter with you, you may also unlock and open
the door by squeezing the door handle sensor. You
do not have to press the unlock button on the
transmitter. You will be able to open the door when you
press the door handle sensor and the vehicle
recognizes your keyless access transmitter. When the
passenger door is opened rst, the driver’s door will
also unlock.
From the inside, use the power door lock switch located
at the top of the door panel near both windows. See
Power Door Locks on page 2-12.
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To open a door from the inside, press the button in front
of the door handle and push the door open. You will
hear a tone when the button is pressed.
If power to the vehicle or the keyless access transmitter
is lost, there are two ways to open the door.From inside the vehicle, use the door release handle
located on the oor next to each seat. Pull the handle up
to unlock and unlatch the door.
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From outside the vehicle, use the door release tab
located on the carpet inside the trunk on the driver’s side
of the vehicle. Pull the tab to unlock and unlatch the
driver’s door. SeeHatch/Trunk on page 2-14for
information on opening the trunk during a loss of power.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock
switches are located on
the door panels.
K(Unlock):Press this part of the switch to unlock
the doors.
Q(Lock):Press this part of the switch to lock
the doors.
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