tow CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1995 4.G Owner's Guide

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To Check Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or a
cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down.
LTl Engine
When to Add Oil
If the oil is at or below the ADD mark you’ll need to
add some oil.
But you must use the right kind. This part
explains what kind of oil to use.
For crankcase capacity,
see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
NOTICE:
Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so
much oil that the oil level gets above the upper
mark that shows the proper operating range,
your engine could be damaged.
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transmission fluid level if you have been driving:
When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C).
At high speed for quite a while.
In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather.
To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal
operating temperature, which is
1 80°F to 200°F (82 "C
to 93 " C).
To check transmission fluid hot: Get the vehicle
warmed up by driving about
15 miles (24 km) when
outside temperatures are above 50°F
(10°C). You may
have to drive longer to bring the fluid to 180°F to
200" F
(82°C to 93 "C) in colder outside temperatures. See
"Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading"
in the Index.
To check transmission fluid cold: A cold check is
made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or
more with the engine off and is used only as a reference.
Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside
temperatures are
50°F (10°C) or more. If it's colder
than
50°F (IOOC), you may have to idle the engine
longer. Should the fluid level be low during a cold
check, you
must perform a hot check before adding
fluid. This will give you
a more accurate reading of the
fluid level.
To check the fluid hot or cold
Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine
running.
in PARK (P).
With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever
With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift
lever through each gear range, pausing for about
three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift
lever in PARK (P).
Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more.
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:
1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or
paper towel.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can.
In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:
0 Alcohol
0 Laundry Soap
Bleach
Reducing Agents
Cleaning the Inside of Your Corvette
Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose
dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth.
Your Chevrolet dealer has two GM cleaners, a
solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered
cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very
well.
Do not use them on vinyl or leather.
Here
are some cleaning tips:
0 Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area
0 Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area
If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire
often.
A soft brush may
be used if stains are stubborn.
only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area.
area immediately or it will set.
Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric
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Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt.
Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask
surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.
Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the
directions on the container label.
Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Don’t saturate the material.
Don’t rub it roughly.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge
to remove the suds.
Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge.
Wipe
off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel
or cloth.
Then
dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp.
NOTICE:
Be careful. A blow dryer or a heat lamp may
scorch the fabric.
0 Wipe with a clean cloth.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric
First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all.
Some spots and stains will clean off better with just
water and mild soap.
If
you need to use a solvent:
0 Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with
a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner,
light pressure and clean cloths (preferably
cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of
the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep
changing to a clean section of the cloth.
When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry
the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning
ring. (See the previous NOTICE.)
Fabric Protection
Your Corvette has upholstery and carpet that has been
treated with Scotchgard” Fabric Protector, a 3M
product. Scotchgard
TM protects fabrics by repelling oil
and water, which are the carriers of most stains. Even
with this protection, you still need to clean your
upholstery and carpet often to keep it looking new.
Further information on cleaning is available by calling
1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6167).
Special Cleaning Problems
Greasy or Oily Stains
Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe
polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic
creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can
be removed as follows:
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Carefully scrape off excess stain.
Follow the solvent-type instructions described
earlier.
Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain
if
left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed
as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner
will dissolve them and may cause them to spread.
Non-Greasy Stains
Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit,
fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and
blood can be removed as follows:
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the
soiled area with cool water.
If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions
described earlier.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You can remove scratches from a Dulso-coated molding
by wiping briskly with the solvent-type cleaner
described earlier. If a ring forms, repeat the procedure
over a larger area, feathering toward the center of the
ring.
If the ring still remains, wipe the whole molding.
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield
and even make it difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions.
Cleaning Speaker Covers
Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that the
speaker won’t be damaged.
If something gets on one
of them, follow the steps earlier under “Using
Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric.” Use as little solvent
as you can.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part
No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later.
If
abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
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Do not use a glass treatment or conditioner
containing ethyl alcohol or ethyl sulfate on the
roof panel. These products may damage the panel.
Cleaning the Outside of Your
Corvette
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep
it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use
liquid hand, dish
or car washing (mild detergent) soaps.
Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or
that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents
should be flushed promptly and not allowed
to dry on the surface,
or they could stain.
Dry the finish with a
soft, clean chamois
or a 100% cotton towel to avoid
surface scratches and water spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter
your
vehicle.
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Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes
may damage
a Corvette. They may not have
enough clearance for the undercarriage
or for the
extra wide rear tires
on ZR-1 models.
Check with the manager before using a car wash.
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Corvette
by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the
paint finish. You can get
GM approved cleaning
products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and
Materials” in the Index.)
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Basic Care and Courtesy" Care:
ROADSIDE Basic Care PROVIDES:
Toll-free number, 1-800-CHEV-USA
0 Free towing for warranty repairs
Basic over-the-phone technical advice
0 Available dealer services at reasonable costs
(i,e., wrecker services, locksmithkey service, glass
repair, etc.)
Note: Roadside
Basic Care applies to all ChevroletlGeo
vehicles regardless of age or miles.
ROADSIDE
Courtesy Care PROVIDES:
0 Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above)
Plus:
0 FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer
i from a legal roadway)
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FREE LocksmitldKey Service (when keys are lost
0 FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road)
on the
road or locked inside)
FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road)
FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on the road)
Note:
Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail
Lease Customers operating
1994 and newer
Chevrolet/Geo vehicles for a period
of 36
months/36,000 miles. All Courtesy Care services must
be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or Dealer
Service Management.
Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage
provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the
right to modify or discontinue
Basic Care and Courtesv -at any time.
For complete program details, see your Chevrolet/Geo
dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure.
The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will
provide you with
quality and priority service. When roadside
services
are required, our advisors will explain any payment
obligations that may
be incurred for utilizing outside services.
For prompt assistance when calling, please have the
following information available to give to the advisor:
0 Vehicle Identification Number
License plate number

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Adding
.................................... 6-28
Checking
................................... 6-28
Heater
................................ 2-23, 6-16
Temperature Gauge
........................... 2-74
Engine
Cleaning
................................... 6-63
Exhaust
.................................... 2-36
Identification
................................ 6-66
Overheating
................................. 5-13
Power Switch (ZR-
1) ......................... 2-2 1
Running it While You’re Parked ................. 2-36
Specifications
............................... 6-75
5.7L LT1 (Code P) ............................ 6-9
5.7L LT5 (Code
J) ............................ 6- 10
Adding .................................... 6-13
Additives
................................... 6-16
Checking
................................... 6-13
Life Monitor
................................ 2-86
Pressure Gauge
.............................. 2-80
Temperature Gauge
........................... 2-8 1
What Kind to Use
............................ 6-14
What to do with Used Oil
...................... 6-17
When to Change
............................. 6- 16
EnglishMetric Button
........................... 2-67
Ethanol (In Fuel)
............................ 6-3, 6-5
Exhaust, Engine ................................ 2-36
Expectant Mothers, Use of Safety Belts
............. 1-23
Express Down Window
.......................... 2-37
Extended Mobility Tires
......................... 6-49
Extender, Safety Belt
............................ 1-30
Starting
.................................... 2-18
Engineoil
.................................... 6-12 Fabric
Cleaning
............................... 6-56
Fan Control Buttons
.......................... 3.1, 3.4
Fiberglass Springs
.............................. 6-64
Fifth (5). Manual Transmission
.................... 2-28
Filling Your Tank
................................ 6-6
Filter. Air Cleaner
.............................. 6-18
Finish Care
.................................... 6-61
Finish Damage
................................. 6-64
First
(1) Position. Manual Transmission ............. 2-28
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-1
Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-27
Flow-Through Ventilation System
.................. 3-10
Fog Lamp. Bulb Replacement ..................... 6-38
Fog Lamps
.................................... 2-48
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-5
Forward Lamp Fuse Block
........................ 6-72
Fourth (4). Manual Transmission
................... 2-28
French LanguageManual
........................... 11 ..
Front Map Lamps ............................... 2-49
Front Towing Hook-Ups
.......................... 5-9
Fuel
.......................................... 6-2
FillingYourTank
............................. 6-6
Gauge
..................................... 2-83
First (1) Position. Automatic Transmission
........... 2-27
In Foreign Countries
........................... 6-5
5.7L LTl (Code P)
............................ 6-4
5.7L LT5 (Code
J) ............................. 6-2
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
....................... 6-67
Forward Lamp
.............................. 6-72
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-69
Underhood Lamps
........................... 6-74
ECMEngine
................................ 6-73
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PASS-Key@
................................... 2- 14
Passenger Position
.............................. 1-23
Passing
....................................... 4-12
Passive Keyless Entry System
...................... 2-4
Battery Replacement
........................... 2-8
Matching Transmitters
......................... 2-7
Operation
................................... 2-5
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-44
Power Antenna Mast Care
........................ 3- 19
Power Door Locks
............................... 2-4
Power Remote Control Mirrors
.................... 2-50
PowerSeat
..................................... 1-2
Adjusting
.................................... 1-2
Lumbar Controls .............................. 1-2
Side Bolster
.................................. 1-2
Power Steering
................................. 4- 10
Power Steering Fluid ............................ 6-30
Checking
................................... 6-30
Power Switch, Engine (ZR- 1) ..................... 2-21
Power Windows
................................ 2-37
Power Windows and Other Power Options
........... 6-68
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-23
Problems on the Road
............................ 5- 1
Publications, Service and Owner .................. 8-8
Racing or Other Competitive Driving
.............. 2-22
Radio Reception, Understanding
................... 3- 18
Light
...................................... 2-88
Settings
..................................... 2-6
Adding
.................................... 6-31 Radio
AMFM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
.........
Cassette Tape Player ......................
Bulb Replacement ............................. 6-44
Rear Cargo Compartment Lamp (Coupe).
Bulb Replacement
............................. 6-44
Rear Storage Compartment
....................... 2-58
Rear Towing Hook-Ups
.......................... 5-11
Rear Turn Signal and Taillamp Bulb Replacement ..... 6-40
Rear Window Defogger
........................... 3-9
Rearview Mirror. Inside Day/Night
................. 2-49
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............... 7-45
Recovery Tank. Adding Coolant
................... 6-29
Remote Hatch Release
............................ 2-9
Removing the Roof Panel
.................. . . 2-52
Replacement Bulbs
............................. 6-74
Replacement Parts
.............................. 6-77
Replacement. Wheel
............................ 6-54
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-31
Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts
After
a Crash ................................. 1-31
Restraints. Checking
Your ........................ 1-30
Restraints. Child ................................ 1-25
Restraints. Replacing Parts After a Crash ............ 1-31
Reverse (R) Position. Automatic Transmission ........ 2-25
Reverse (R) Position. Manual Transmission
.......... 2-28
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TorqueLock
................................... 2-34
Torque. Wheel Nut
......................... 5.36. 6.77
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-29
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-6
Trailer, Towing a
............................... 4-29
Transmission Fluid, Automatic
.................... 6-20
Transmission Fluid, Manual
....................... 6-23
Transmitters, Matching to Your Vehicle
.............. 2-7
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-68
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
............. 2-40
Turn Signals/Headlamp Beam Lever
................ 2-39
Front
....................................... 5-9
Rear
....................................... 5-11
Underbody Flushing
........................... 7-43
Underhood Lamps Fuse
.......................... 6-73
Universal Theft-Deterrent
...................... 2- 12
Vehicle Damage Warnings
......................... ix
Vehicle Dimensions Chart
........................ 6-79
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
............... 6-66
Vehicle Loading
................................ 4-28
Vehicle Storage
................................ 6-36
Vehicle Symbols ................................... x
Vehicle. Leaving Your
............................ 2-4
Vehicle.
Control of a
............................. 4-5
Vehicles First
Sold in Canada 11 .. ........................
Ventilation System. Flow-Through ................. 3- 10
Ventilation Tips
................................ 3-10
Visor Vanity Mirrors, Covered
..................... 2-51
Visors, Sun
.................................... 2-51
Vision.
Night
.................................. 4-15
Voltmeter
..................................... 2-79
warning Devices
............................... 5-2
Warning Flashers. Hazard
......................... 5-1
Washing Your Vehicle ........................... 6-61
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-60
Wheel Nut Torque
......................... 5-36. 6-77
Wheel Replacement
............................. 6-54
Wheel Replacement. Used
........................ 6-55
Window
...................................... 2-37
Express Down Feature
........................ 2-37
Power
..................................... 2-37
Windshield, Specially Treated (ZR-
1) ................ 3-9
Windshield Washer ............................. 2-42
Windshield Washer Fluid
.................... 2-42. 6-31
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.............. 6-47
Windshield Wiper Fuses
......................... 6-68
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-41
Winter, Driving in
.............................. 4-24
Wiring, Headlamp
.............................. 6-68
Wrecker Towing
................................. 5-6
Warning
Lights. Gauges and Indicators
.............. 2-68
Water. Driving Through Deep Standing
............. 2-22
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