air condition CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1995 4.G Owners Manual

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The -1995 Corvette Owner’s Manual
Seats and Restraint Systems .............................................................. 1-1
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR’
(Air Bag) System.
This section explains how to start and operate your Corvette.
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how
to operate your
sound system.
YourDrivingandtheRoad ..............................................................
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
This section tells you what to do if
you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine
overheating, etc.
Here the manual tells
you how to keep your Corvette running properly and looking good.
Maintenanceschedule ..................................................................
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
Customer Assistance Information ........................................................
This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to get service publications. It also
gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page
8-4.
FeaturesandControls ..................................................................
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems .....................................................
ProblemsontheRoad ..................................................................
ServiceandAppearanceCare ............................................................
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Index ........................................................................\
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Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.
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These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example,
these symbols
are used on an
original battery:
POSSIBLE A
CAUTION
INJURY
PROTECT EYES BY
SHIELDING
Q
CAUSTIC
ACID COULD
&
BATTERY CAUSE
AVOID
SPARKS
OR
FLAMES
SPARK
OR ,\I/,
COULD FLAME
EXPLODE BATTERY
These symbols
are important
for you and
your passengers whenever your
vehicle
is
driven:
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
FASTEN SEAT
4
BELTS
POWER
WINDOW
AIRBAG P
These symbols
have to do with
your lights:
SIGNALS e e
TURN
p:
HIGH BEAM OR = so
FOG LAMPS # 0
These symbols
are on some
of
your controls:
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING FAN
These symbols
are used
on
warning and
indicator lights:
ENGINE
TEMP
--
CHARGING I-1
BATTERY SYSTEM
RADIATOR
COOLANT a
FUEL
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
Wb
TEMP OtL ctlb
ANTI-LOCK (@)
BRAKE
~~ ~~~ ~ ~~
Here are some
other symbols
you may see:
FUSE -%-
RELEASE
RADIO
VOLUME
CONDITIONING
AIR 43
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LIGHTER D
HORN )cr
SPEAKER
b
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.
This red light will come on
when you turn on the
ignition, but the engine is
not running, as a check to
show you it is working. It
should go out when the
engine starts.
If it stays on or comes on while you
are driving, you
may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
It could indicate that you have a loose
or broken drive
belt
or another electrical problem. Have it checked right
away. Driving while this light is on could drain your
battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn
off all your accessories, such as the radio
and
air conditioner.
Brake System Warning Light
LT1 engine LT5 engine
Your Corvette’s hydraulic brake system is divided into
two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can
still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you
need both parts working well.
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The Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) has a
sensor
on each road wheel that transmits to a receiver on
the instrument panel.
The system operates on a radio frequency subject to
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
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, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications to this system
by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
The (LTPWS) monitors air pressure in each road tire
while you’re driving your Corvette.
LOW/FLAT
TIRE
The amber LOW/FLAT
TIRE light will come on
whenever tire pressure in
any road tire goes below
25 psi
(175 kPa), and it
will stay
on until you turn
off the ignition.
The light may come on
if any LTPWS parts aren’t
working properly.
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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)
0
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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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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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 the arrows on
the
TEMP SET switch to set a comfortable temperature.
Press DEFROST and the fan will go to high speed. After
the windows are clear, you can lower the speed using the
downward arrow or
AUTO FAN.
With the automatic system, to warm passengers while
keeping the windshield clear? press the arrows on the
TEMP SET switch to set a comfortable temperature. Press
HEATER and DEFROST at the same time and, if you
don’t like the automatic setting, press the
arrows on the fan
speed switch.
To defrost the side windows quickly, press the arrows on
the
TEMP SET switch to set a comfortable temperature.
Then press DEFROST and,
if you don’t like the automatic
setting, press the arrows on the fan speed switch.
System Problems
If the light above an air control button flashes when you
turn on the ignition, your system may have an electrical
problem. The flashing will continue for one minute, then
stop.
The flashing light could also mean the refrigerant level
is too low in your system. The light will continue to
flash, even if refrigerant is added, until the system is
reset. Have your system checked and serviced if needed.
To reset your system:
1. Turn your ignition key to OFF or LOCK.
2. Remove the courtesy lamps and radio fuses from the
main fuse panel and wait one minute. See “Fuses and
Circuit Breakers” in the Index.
3. Put the fuses back in and start your vehicle.
The light shouldn’t come on and your system should be
working properly. If you still have a problem, see your
dealer.