automatic transmission CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1995 4.G User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Installing the Roof Panel 3. Lower the roof panel onto the vehicle, rear edge first,
and place the rear guide pins into the holes in the
roof opening.
4. Lower the front of the roof panel, and align the front
guide pins.
5. Tighten the rear bolts part way.
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NOTICE:
If you tighten bolts that are improperly started,
the threads can become stripped. Be sure all bolts are properly started before you tighten them.
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, turn the ignition key to LOCK
and move both sunshades to the side.
2. If the roof panel is stored in the rear area, remove it
by reversing the steps under “Storing the Roof
Panel” above.
6. Use the ratchet to start the front bolts. If the bolts are
hard to start, tighten the rear bolts some more.
Holding down the panel on the outside will also
help.
7. Fully tighten the rear bolts, then the front bolts.
If you hear a popping noise when you drive, the bolts
may not be tight enough. Be sure to tighten them
securely.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 0 It takes more (or less) fuel to fill up than the gauge
reads. For example, the gauge reads half full, but it
took more (or less) than half of the tank's capacity to
fill it.
0 The gauge moves a little when you turn, stop or
You can use the Trip Monitor to display more detailed
fuel information. Each time you press FUEL
INFO, one
of the following will appear next to the fuel gauge.
0 INST The fuel economy calculated for your current
speed up.
driving
conditions.
0 AVERAGE: The fuel economy calculated for the
current tank of fuel,
or since you last reset the
display.
refueling.
0 RANGE: The distance you can drive before
0 BLANK: The fuel gauge is displayed alone.
You should reset the fuel information display every time
you refuel. To reset the display, press
FUEL INFO until
AVERAGE appears. Then, press RESET FUEL on the
Trip Monitor.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature
Reading
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Automatic transmission fluid temperature will be
displayed if you press the GAUGES button on the Trip
Monitor until AUTO appears. The number that appears
next to the fuel gauge is the automatic transmission fluid
temperature. If
LO appears, the temperature is below
32°F (0°C).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine It’s normal for the transmission fluid temperature to
vary, depending on the type of driving you do and
weather conditions. If you drive on long grades on a hot
day, the transmission fluid temperature will be higher
than normal driving on a cold day. If you drive your
Corvette at high speeds with a lot of stop-and-go or fast
accelerations, your transmission fluid temperature may
also be higher.
If the transmission fluid exceeds
280°F (138 “C), the
CHECK GAUGES light will come on and HI
AUTO
will be displayed next to the transmission fluid
temperature when you toggle through the GAUGES
button. You should move the shift lever to DRIVE (D)
and continue driving at a slower, constant speed.
Monitor the transmission fluid temperature and allow
it
to cool to 180°F (82°C) to 200°F (93°C). Then, you
should check the transmission fluid level for a low fill or
overfill condition and bring your Corvette in for service
as soon as possible (see “Automatic Transmission Fluid”
in the Index). Also, check the engine coolant
temperature. If it’s too hot, see “Cooling System” in the
Index.
Check Gauges Light
This red light will come on
briefly when you are
starting the engine. If the
light comes on and stays on
while
you are driving, check
your gauges to see if they
are
in the warning areas.
This light can come
on for:
0 high engine oil temperature or low oil pressure
high coolant temperature
high or low battery voltage
0 low fuel level
0 high automatic transmission oil temperature
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Convertible Top (Option)
The following procedures explain the proper operation
of your convertible top.
To Lower Your Convertible Top
NOTICE:
Don’t leave your convertible out with the top
down for any long periods of time. The sun and
the rain can damage your seat material and other
things inside your vehicle.
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 and turn the
ignition key
to LOCK.
NOTICE:
Before lowering the convertible top into the
storage area, be sure there are no objects in the
way of the folded, stored top. The weight
of a
stored top on items in the storage area may cause
the convertible top back glass to break.
2. Unlock the front of the convertible top by turning the
latch handles outward. Then lift the top
off the
windshield slightly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 7. Lower the rear of the top. Then lift the front with a
slow, smooth motion. Fold the top into the storage
compartment, making sure the fabric is folded
between bows.
NOTICE:
Do not lift the rear of the convertible top when
lowering the top into the storage compartment or damage to the top may occur.
8. After the top is completely folded into the
compartment, turn the-latch handles toward the
center of the vehicle. Close the storage compartment
lid by pushing the front edge down on each side.
Try
to lift the lid to make sure it’s latched.
When closing the storage compartment lid, make
sure the latch handles are turned back toward
the center
of the vehicle. If they aren’t, you may
damage the paint on the lid inner panel.
To Raise Your Convertible Top
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 and turn the
ignition key to
LOCK.
behind the driver’s seat or in the center console.
2. Press either the storage compartment lid release button
- II b-
3. Turn the latch handles outward. Pull the top up and
forward until it lines up with the windshield.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NOTICE:
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what
position your key
is in, and even if the key isn’t in.
To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar.
When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn
signals won’t work.
Other Warning Devices
If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at
the sid’e
of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your
vehicle.
Jump Starting
If your battery has run down, you may want to use
another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your
Corvette. But please follow the steps below to
do it
safely.
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NOTICE:
Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage
to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty.
Trying to start your Corvette by pushing or
pulling it could damage your vehicle, even if you
have
a manual transmission. And if you have an
automatic transmission, it won’t start that way.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1 NOTICE:
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If’ your engine catches fire because you keep
driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be
badly damaged. The costly repairs would
not be
covered by your warranty.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no
steam, the problem may not be
too serious. Sometimes
the engine can get a little too hot when you:
0 Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Stop after high speed driving.
0 Idle for long periods in traffic.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign
of steam,
try this for a minute or
so:
1. Turn off your air conditioner.
2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan
speed and open the window as necessary.
3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N);
otherwise, shift to the highest gear while
driving
-- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a)
or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions.
If you
no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive.
Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the
warning doesn’t come back on, you
can drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your
vehicle right away.
If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine
for two or three minutes while you’re parked,
to see if
the warning stops. But then, if you still have the
warning,
turn off the engine and get everyone out of the
vehicle
until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service
help right away.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You’ll see the following when you open the hood with
the
LTl engine:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped)
Brake Fluid Reservoir
Battery
Electric Engine Fan
Air Cleaner
Coolant Recovery Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Engine Oil Dipstick Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
Coolant High
Fill Reservoir
Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Automatic Transmission Fluid
5. Reverse the steps.
0 Align the tabs to the slots in the bottom of the
0 Install the short knob into the middle hole first.
assembly before you
replace it.
Then install the longer knobs into the outer holes.
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change
your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealer
Service Department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the
dipstick.
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I NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transmission.
Too much can mean that some of
the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine
parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your
transmission fluid.
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