CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1995 4.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 8. Slide both lock pillar brackets down and forward
from the receiver brackets. You may need to lift the
hardtop slightly to remove the brackets.
9. Disconnect both wire connectors located behind the
lock pillar brackets. These
are the rear window
defogger wires.
10. With one person on each side, gently lift the hardtop
approximately
8 inches (200 mm) straight up.
Remove the hardtop over the rear of the vehicle.
11. Install the HATCH (45) fuse to enable the storage
compartment lid release button and center console
release switch. You will need the fuse installed
if
you have to raise your convertible top.
The fuse that enables these releases
is not installed
at the assembly plant and should be in your center
console. See "Instrument Panel Fuse Block" in the
Index for location
of the fuse when installing it.
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To help avoid damaging the hardtop when not in
use:
Store the hardtop in its normal position,
0 Store hardware and trim panel with the
resting
on its mounting brackets.
hardtop.
12. Connect the rear window defogger electrical
connectors.
To Install Your Convertible Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly
and shift an automatic transmission into PARK
(P).
Shift a manual transmission into REVERSE (R).
Lower both windows and sunshades. Turn off the
radio to lower the power antenna and turn the
ignition key to LOCK.
2. Disconnect both rear window defogger electrical
connectors behind the lock pillar.
3. Lower the convertible top. Refer to “Convertible
Top” in the Index.
This procedure will require the use
of the storage
compartment lid release button behind the dnver’s
seat or the center console release switch. The fuse that
enables these releases is not installed at the assembly
plant and should be in your center console. See
“Instrument Panel Fuse Block” in the Index for
location
of the fuse. The fuse is labeled HATCH (45).
4. With one person on each side, carefully position the
hardtop over the vehicle. Lower the hardtop slowly,
aligning the rear bolt spacers onto the bezels, and
front conical nuts into the tapered receivers. Realign
the hardtop, if necessary.
NOTICE:
To help avoid damage, don’t force the rear of the
hardtop down. The hardtop may rest slightly
above the storage compartment lid until the
release lever is pulled. See Step
8 in this
procedure.
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Move both seatbacks forward. Slide the lock pillar
bracket into the receiver bracket until the scribed
line
is even with the lower edge of the receiver
bracket.
Connect the electrical connectors and make sure
they
are inside the vehicle.
Insert the two upper bolts into both receiver
brackets. You may have to lift the hardtop slightly
to install the lock pillar bracket.
If the hardtop hasn’t lowered into position, pull the
release lever behind the driver’s seat under the
storage compartment lid.
Secure but don’t tighten the rear corner bracket
bolts using the ratchet.
Tighten the front bolts using the wrench.
11. Insert the lower bolt into the bottom flange of the
lock pillar brackets and tighten. Install and tighten
the remaining bolts into the lock pillar brackets.
12. Using the ratchet, tighten the rear corner bracket
bolts.
Do not over-tighten these bolts.
13. Slide the rear trim panel in place.
14. Remove the
HATCH (45) fuse. Store it in the center
console while the convertible hardtop is
in use.
(This will prevent accidental unlatching
of the
storage compartment lid.)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort Manual Air Conditioner Controls
control systems and audio systems offered with your
Corvette. Be sure to read about the particular system
supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls
With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation in your Corvette.
Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation
system described later in this section.
Fan Control Buttons
Press the arrows on the fan switch to select the force of
air you want.
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Move the lever to change the temperature of the air
flowing from the system. Move it to the right for
warmer air and to the left for cooler air.
Air Control Buttons
OFF: The system is off.
RECIRCULATE: Provides maximum cooling or
quick cool-down
on very hot days. This setting
recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. If it is
used for long periods of time, the air may become dry.
This setting directs air through the upper air vents. It
will work when the outside temperatures are above
freezing.
'''9 NORMAL A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot
days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through
the instrument panel vents.
The air conditioner compressor also operates in
DEFROST. It only works when the outside temperature is
above freezing. When the air conditioner compressor is on,
you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's
engine speed and power. This is normal because the
system
is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to
keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy.
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A.
*P@ BI-LEVEL: This setting cools or heats outside air
and directs it through the instrument panel vents and the
floor ducts.
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9 VENT: Air flows through the instrument panel
vents. The air conditioning compressor does not work in
VENT mode.
wj HEATER: This setting directs most of the air
through the floor ducts and some of the air through the
defroster vents. The air conditioning compressor does
not work in HEATER mode.
DEFROST This setting directs most of the air
through the windshield defroster and side window
defogger vents and some of the air through the floor
ducts.
Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed
while using it.
Press HEATER and FAN UP, then slide the temperature
control lever to a comfortable setting.
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it in cold weather,
0 “F (- 18 “C) or lower, your heating
system can provide heat more quickly because the
engine coolant is already warmed. See “Engine Coolant
Heater” in the Index.
Bi-Level
You may want to use BI-LEVEL on cool, but sunny
days. This setting directs outside air through the
instrument panel vents and the floor ducts.
Press BI-LEVEL and FAN UP, then slide the
temperature control lever to a comfortable setting.
Ventilation
For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or
cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through
your vehicle.
Press VENT and FAN UP, then slide the temperature
control lever to a comfortable setting.
Defogging and Defrosting Windows
Your vehicle has several settings for clearing your
windows. The air conditioner compressor will run to
help remove moisture from the air.
To defrost the windshield quickly, press
DEFROST and
FAN UP, then slide the temperature control lever all the
way to the right or to the FULL
HOT position.
To defrost the side windows quickly, press BI-LEVEL
and FAN UP. Then slide the temperature control lever
all the way to the right. Direct airflow through the air
conditioning outlets closest to the side windows.
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The air conditioner works best if you keep your
windows closed. On very hot days, open the windows
just long enough for the hot air to escape.
Press RECIRCULATE and
FAN UP, then slide the
temperature control lever to a comfortable setting.
After cool-down, adjust the air control buttons to
another setting. The compressor works in all settings
except VENT and HEATER and at all temperatures
above freezing.
When the air conditioner is on, you may notice slight
changes in your vehicle's engine speed and power. This
is normal because the system is designed to cycle the
compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature
and help fuel economy.
Automatic Electronic Climate Control
(Option)
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With this system, you set a temperature and then either
let the system adjust airflow and force to maintain the
temperature, or you can manually adjust flow and force.
Fan Control Buttons
Press the arrows on the fan switch to select the force of
air you want. Press
AUTO FAN to let the system select
the force
of air.
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Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set the
temperature you want in your vehicle. The temperature
you select will show on the display for a few seconds,
then the outside temperature will show.
Air Control Buttons
OFF: The system is off.
AUTO: The system controls airflow.
RECIRCULATE: Provides maximum cooling or
quick cool-down on very hot days. This setting
recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. If it is
used for long periods
of time, the air may become dry.
This setting directs air through the upper air vents. It
will not work when the outside temperature is above
freezing.
49 BI-LEVEL: This setting directs outside air
through the instrument panel and side window defogger
vents and the floor ducts.
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9 VENT Outside air flows through the instrument
panel vents.
w2 HEATER: This setting directs all of the air
through the floor ducts.
DEFROST This setting directs most of the air
through the windshield defroster and side window
defogger vents and some of
the air through the floor
ducts.
*’ DEFOG: If you have the automatic system, this
setting directs air to the floor and defroster vents.
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To turn on DEFOG, push
the
DEFROST and
HEATER buttons at the
same time. Both green
lights above the buttons will
come on to let you know
that
DEFOG is working.
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Sunload:
This sensor is on top of the instrument panel.
When the inside temperature
is increased by sunlight,
the system will lower the inside temperature up to
5°F
(3 “C) below the setting on the display.
Outside Temperature: This sensor is on the right side
of the upper radiator support in the grille opening. This
is what you usually see on the display.
If the outside temperature goes up, the displayed
temperature will not change until:
a Vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h) for at least
0 Vehicle speed is above 45 mph (72 km/h) for
This delay helps prevent a false reading. If vehicle speed
remains above
25 mph (40 km/h) or the temperature
goes down, the display is updated immediately.
If your vehicle has been off for more than three hours,
the current outside temperature will be stored in the
system when you start the vehicle.
Inside temperature: This sensor is in the center air
outlet
on the passenger side.
If you block or cover either interior sensor, the system
will give a false reading.
3 minutes, or
1 1/2 minutes.
Automatic Control
The system will adjust to maintain the temperature you
set. It will select the best fan speed and aifflow setting to
keep you comfortable with the least amount of noise.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch’to set a
comfortable temperature. Then press AUTO
and the fan
speed will adjust automatically unless you press the
arrows on the switch.
Manual Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed
while using it.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. Then press HEATER and, if
you don’t like the automatic setting, press the arrows on
the fan speed switch.
In AUTO FAN on cold days, the
fan will stay off until the coolant warms up enough to
heat your vehicle.
If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater and you use
it in cold weather,
0 OF (- 18 O C) or lower, your heating
system can provide heat more quickly because the
engine coolant is already warmed. See “Engine Coolant
Heater” in the Index.
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BI-LEVEL can
heat or cool outside air and direct it in
two directions.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. Press VENT and, if you don’t
like the automatic setting, press the arrows on the fan
speed switch.
Manual Ventilation
For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or
cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through
your vehicle.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. For ventilation, the system can’t cool the vehicle below the outside temperature.
Press VENT and, if you don’t like the automatic setting,
press the arrows on the fan speed switch. The air conditioner
works best if you keep your
windows closed.
On very hot days: open the windows
just long enough for the hot air to escape.
Press the arrows
on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. Press RECIRCULATE. After
cool-down, adjust the airflow to another setting. The
compressor works in all settings except
VENT and
HEATER and at all temperatures above freezing.
Press the arrows on the fan speed switch
if you don’t
like the automatic setting. In
AUTO FAN on hot days,
the fan speed will be low at first to help get rid
of the
hot inside air.
When the air conditioner is on, you may notice slight
changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and power. This
is normal because the system is designed to cycle the
compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature
and help fuel economy.
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