manual transmission CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1994 4.G Service Manual

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WHAT TO DO
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D.
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood,
rear compartment, glove box door, console door and any folding seat hardware. Section
D tells
you what to use.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the
regular brake.
....
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it
starts.
3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should
work only in
“P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle heeds service.
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in “N” (Neutral), push the clutch down
halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed
down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t pushed all the way
down, your vehicle needs service.
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CHECK
OR SERVICE
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock
- BTSI
(Automatic Transmis-
sion)
Maintenance Schedule
Section B: Owner Checks and Services (Cont.)
Steering Column Lock
WHAT TO DO
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the “RUN” position, but don’t start the engine. Without
applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of “P” (Park) with normal effort.
If the shift lever moves out of “P” (Park), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
level surface.
While parked, and with the parking brake set,
try to turn the key to “LOCK” in each shift lever
position.
0 With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to “LOCK” only when the shift lever is
With a manual transmission, the key should turn to “LOCK” only when the shift lever is in
On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to “LOCK” without pressing the
button. The key should turn to. “LOCK” only with the key button depressed. On all vehicles,
the key should come out only in “LOCK.”
in
“P” (Park).
“R” (Reverse).
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CHECK
OR SERVICE ~~ ~
Parking Brake and
Automatic Transmission “P” (Park) Mechanism
Check
Underbody Flushing
WHAT TO DO
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping \
your foot on the regular
brake, set the parking brake.
0 To check the parking brake: With the engine runriing and transmission in “N” (Neutral),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by
the parking brake only.
brakes.
To check the “P” (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Shift to “P” (Park). Then release all
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive mat\
erials from the underbody. Take
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OR SERVICE
I WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
Manual Transmission
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks,
Brake System Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add
if needed. See “Rear Axle” in the Index.
Rear Axle Service Check the transmission fluid level;
add if needed. See “Manual Transmission” in the Index.
Inspection cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads
for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and rep\
air
if needed.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it
if needed.
other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. You may need to have your brakes
inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
NOTE: A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads whi\
ch may need to be
serviced. Also, if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on, something may be
wrong with the brake system. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.
If your anti-lock
brake system warning light stays on or comes on, something may be wrong with the anti-lock
brake system. See
“ Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.
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Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM Dealer.
USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil
API service SH or SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of the proper viscosity. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. The engine requires
a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this stan\
dard may be identified as
synthetic, and should also be identified as API Service SH. However, not all Synthetic API
Service SH oils will meet this GM Standard.
You should look for and use only an oil that meets
GM Standard GM4718M.
Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of water (preferably distilled) and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze
(GM Part No. 1052753 or equivalent) conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M.
Hydraulic Brake Delco-Supreme
ll@ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
System
Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
(GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent).
Parking Brake
Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of
Guides NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Power Steering
GM Synthetic Power Steering Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345866 or 12345867 or equivalent).
System
Manual Transmission
Transmission DEXRON@-I11 or
DEXRON@-IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Manual Transmission Fluid
SAE 5W-30 (GM Part
No. 1052931 or equivalent).
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Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120) or synthetic SAE 5W-30
Manual Transmission Shift Linkage
Automatic
Transmission Shift Linkage
Clutch Linkage Pivot
Points
engine oil. Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine oil.
Engine oil.
Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication
Rear Axle (Limited- Slip Differential)
Windshield Washer Engine
oil.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345977) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant, and Limited-
Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part
No. 1052358 or equivalent) where required. See
“Rear Axle” in the Index.
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part
No. 1051515) or equivalent.
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1994 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications cowing the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publications Order Form
in this book and mailing it with your check, money order or credit card information-to Helm, Incorporated (address listed below). .,
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1994 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS SERVICE MANUALS
Product Service Publications (PSP'S), are bulletins, letters an\
d articles Service Manuals have the diagnosis, repair and overhaul informat\
ion
published for trained dealer service personnel. See Service Publ\
ica- on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, s\
teer-
tions listed previously in this section. ing, bodyl etc.
A cumulative index is published quarterly during the current model Model Form Number \
Price
year. The indexes list all PSP's published
by Chevrolet in the model year. 1894 Chevrolet Corvette ............. ST-364-94 TBA*
PSP Index NOTE:
Please specify special body or engine types on order form.
Write information in the Form Number column. For example: Turbo,
Free 'Price to be announced at a later date. Call 1-80O.7824356 for further information. Free
Price Convertible. Year Form Number
1994 PSPi-94. ..............................
1993 PSPI-93. ..............................
1990-92 PSPI-90-92 ............................
.
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Free OWNER'S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for owners and intended \
to pro-
vide basic operational information about the vehicle.
PSP Bound Bulletin Book (Complete Year Bulletins)
Year Description Form Number Price 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual
1991
All PSP'S .................... PSP-91-4 40.00 In Portfolio: lncludes RMoIio,
Owner's Manual and Warranty Booklet.
1990 All PSP'S
.................... PSP-90-4 40.00 1994 Chevrolet Corvette In-Portfolio ...... 10260935 $60.00
For subscription information call Helm, Incorporated. (Not including
ZR1)
1994 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 In-Portfolio . . 10260937 $70.00
Without Portfolio: Includes Qvner's Manual.
1994 Chevrolet Corvette Without Portfolio
. 10260941 $20.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past model C\
hevrolet
vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model
name
of vehicle.
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Address all inquiries to: HELM, INCORPORATED
PO. Box 07130
Detroit,
Mi 48207
For information and inquiries call: 1-800-782-4356

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Acceleration Slip Regulation
System
..................... 126
Accessory Plug
.................. 76
Acrylic Roof Panel
............... 70
Adding Coolant
................ 189
Add-on Electrical Equipment
..... 21 8
Air Bag System ................. 23
How the System Works
......... 24
Servicing Your Air Bag-
Equipped Corvette
........... 26
Readiness Light
................ 24
Air Cleaner
.................... 182
Air Conditioner Controls
......... 106
Air Control Buttons
............. 106
Air Filter Replacement
........... 183
Alignment and Tire Balance. Wheel
. 208
Aluminum Wheels
.............. 2 15
AMPM Stereo
With Cassette Tape Player
...... 11 3
With Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player
........ 11 5
Antenna. Power Mast. Care
....... 11 8
Anti-Lock Brakes
.............. ‘125
System Active Light
............ 86
System Warning Light
.......... 85
To Use
..................... 126
Appearance Care
............... 21 0
Appearance Care and Materials .... 21 7
Appearance Care. Service and
..... 171 Ashtray and
Lighter
.............. 75
ASR System
................... 126
Active Light
.................. 87
Off Light .................... 86
Warning Light
................ 86
Audio Systems
................. 112
Audio Systems. Comfort Controls and
................. 105
Automatic Electronic Climate
Control
..................... 108
Air Control Buttons
........... 108
Automatic Control
............ 109
Defogging and Defrosting
Windows
................. 110
Fan
Control Buttons ........... 108
Manual Bi-Level
............. 109
Manual Cooling
.............. 109
-Manual Heating
.............. 109
Manual Ventilation
............ 109
System Problems
............. 110
Temperature Control Switch .... 108
Temperature Sensors
.......... 108
Automatic Transmission
.......... 5 1
Automatic Transmission Fluid
..... 184
Axle. Limited-Slip Rear
........... 56
Axle. Rear
.................... 188
Babies. Smaller Children
Balance. Wheel Alignment and
(Safety Belts)
.............. 28
and Tire
.................... 208 Battery
....................... 195
Battery Replacement. Passive Keyless
Entry System
................. 41
BBB Auto Line
. Alternative
Dispute Resolution Program.
GM Participation in
......... 253
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
.... 135
Belt. Lap-Shoulder
............... 20
Bi-Level
...................... 107
Blizzard. If You’re Caught in a
.... 138
Block Heater. Engine
............. 50
Brakes Adjustment
.................. 194
Anti-Lock (ABS)
............. 125
Fluid
....................... 193
Master Cylinder
.............. 193
Parking
...................... 56
PedalTravel
................. 194
System Parts. Replacing
........ 194
System Warning Light
.......... 84
Wear Indicators. Disc
.......... 194
Braking (Control of a Vehicle)
..... 124
Braking in Emergencies
.......... 127
“Break.In.
.. New Vehicle ......... 46
Brightness Control
............... 67
Bulb Replacement
.............. 195
Back-up Light
............... 198
Center High-Mounted Stoplight
.............. 200. 201
Cornering Light
.............. 199
Fog Lamp
................... 196
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Engine Running
.................. 58. 59
Starting Your
................. 47
andthe
..................... 230
Extended Mobility Tires
......... 205
Extender. Safety Belt
............. 33
Fabric Protection
.............. 21 1
Fan Control Buttons
............. 106
Features and Controls ............ 35
Fiberglass Springs
.............. 2 16
Filling Your Tank
............... 174
Finish Care (Paint)
.............. 214
Finish Damage (Paint)
........... 2 15
Flashers. Hazard Warning
........ 142
Flat Tire. Changing a ............ 159
Flat Tire. Storing a
.......... 167. 168
Flat. If a Tire Goes
.............. 159
Fluid
Automatic Transmission
....... 184
Manual Transmission
.......... 186
Power Steering
............... 191
Recommended
............... 244
Windshield Washer
........... 192
Fog Lights
..................... 68
Foreign Countries. Fuels in
....... 174
Foreign Material Paint Damage
.... 21 5
Forward Lamp Fuse Block ........ 222
Freeway Driving
............... 134
... 264
Environment. Your Vehicle
Exhaust. Engine
................. 59 Front
Map Lights
................... 68
Seat. Manual
................. 12
Towing Hook-ups
............. 148
Fuel
......................... 173
Fuels in Foreign Countries
........ 174
Fuse Block FuelGage
...................... 83
ECM Engine
................. 222
Forward Lamp
............... 222
Instrument Panel
............. 220
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
..... 219
Gasolines for Cleaner Air
....... 173
Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature
..... 89
Engine Oil Pressure
............ 91
Engine Oil Temperature
......... 92
Fuel
........................ 83
Readings. Numeric
............. 83
Warning Lights and Indicators
.... 82
Glass ......................... 213
GM Participation in BBB Auto Line
-
Markings .................... 82
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Program
.................. 253
Halogen Bulbs
............... 195
Hardtop. Cleaning and Storage of
. . 215
Hardtop. Convertible
............ 100
Hatch Release. Remote ........... 41 Hazard Warning Flashers
......... 142
Headlights
..................... 67
Headlight Doors
................. 67
Headlight High/Low Beam
........ 62
Heater. Engine Coolant (Block)
..... 50
Heating ....................... 107
Highway Hypnosis
.............. 135
Hill and Mountain Roads ......... 136
Hood Release
.................. 175
Hood. Checking Things under the
. . 175
Hook.Ups. Front Towing
......... 148
Hook.Ups. Rear Towing
......... 149
Horn
.......................... 60
How to Add Coolant to the
Coolant Recovery Tank
........ 153
How To Add Coolant to the
Coolant High Fill Reservoir
............. 154. 157
Hydraulic Clutch
............... 187
Hydroplaning
.................. 133
Hypnosis. Highway
............. 135
Identification Number. Vehicle
.... 218
Idling. Rovgh
...... : ............ 50
If a Tire Goes Flat .............. 159
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
.................... 169
Ignition Switch
.................. 46
Inflation
- Tire Pressure .......... 206
Inside Daymight Rearview
Mirror
....................... 69

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Instrument Panel ................ 78
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
...... 220
Topof
...................... 212
Interior Lights
.................. 68
Jump Starting
................. 143
1 Instrument Panel. Cleaning the
Key in the Ignition (Theft)
....... 43 .
Key Release Button .............. 47
Keyless Entry System. Passive
..... 38
Keys
.......................... 36
Lane Change Indicator.
Turn Signal and
............... 61
Lap Belt Cinch Feature
........... 21
Lap-Shoulder Belt (Safety Belts) .... 20
Larger Children (Safety Belts)
...... 31
Latches. Seatback ................ 13
Leaving Your Vehicle ............. 38
Leaving Your Vehicle with the
Engine Running
............... 58
Lighter. Ashtray and .............. 75
Lights
Air Bag Readiness ............. 24
Anti-Lock Brake System
Active
..................... 86
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
................... 85
ASR Active .................. 87 Lights
ASR
Off ..................... 86
ASR System Warning
.......... 86
Brake System Warning
.......... 84
Bulb Replacement
............ 195
Charging System
.............. 94
Check Gauges
................ 93
Courtesy
..................... 68
Daytime Running
.............. 68
Door Ajar .................... 94
Fog
......................... 68
Front Map
.................... 68
Gauges and Indicators. Warning
................... 82
Interior
...................... 68
Low Coolant
.................. 93
Low Oil
..................... 93
Low Tire Pressure Warning
...... 87
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
..... 91
Parking Brake Indicator
......... 85
One to Four .................. 55
Operation of .................. 66
Passive Keyless Entry
.......... 95
Safety Belt Reminder
........... 19
Security
..................... 96
Service Engine Soon
........... 91
Service LTPWS
............... 89
Service Ride Control
........... 95
Lights On Reminder
.............. 67
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
........... 56
Loading Your Vehicle ........... 202 Locks
Door
........................ 37
Power Door
.................. 38
Loss of Control
................ 130
Low Coolant Light
............... 93
Low Oil Light
.................. 93
Low Tire Pressure Warning
System
...................... 87
Lubricants. Recommended
....... 244
Maintenance Inspections. Periodic
.......... 242
Record
..................... 247
Schedule
.................... 229
Services. Scheduled
........... 231
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
..... 91
Front Seat
.................... 12
Reclining Seatbacks
............ 13
Transmission
................. 53
Transmission Fluid
............ 186
Map Lights. Front
............. 68
Master Cylinder. Brake
.......... 193
Mirrors
Convex Outside
............... 69
Inside Daymight Rearview
...... 69
Power Remote Control
.......... 69
Visor Vanity. Covered
.......... 75
Monitor. Engine
Oil Life .......... 94
Manual
265 .
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