fuel cap CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1996 4.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the Light Is Flashing
The following may prevent more serious damage to
your vehicle:
If the Light Is On Steady
You may be able to correct the emission system
malfunction by considering the following:
Did you just put fuel into your vehicle?
If
so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install
the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel
cap has been left
off or improperly installed. This will
allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
A few
driving trips should turn the light
off.
Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?
If
so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition
will usually
be corrected when the electrical system
dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light
off.
Are you low on fuel?
As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may
not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of
air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The
system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this
condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. It
will take a few driving trips to turn the light
off.
Reduce vehicle speed.
Avoid hard accelerations.
0 Avoid steep uphill grades.
If the light stops flashing and remains
on steady see “If
the Light Is On Steady” following.
If
the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so,
stop the vehicle. Put your vehicle in PARK (P). Turn the
key off,
wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine.
If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On
Steady” following. If the light is still flashing follow the
previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or
qualified service center for service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Here are three concerns some owners have had about the
fuel gauge. All these situations are normal and do not
indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gauge.
At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the
gauge reads FULL (F).
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
speed up. 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
driving conditions.
0 AVERAGE: The fuel economy calculated for the
current tank of fuel, or since you last reset the
display.
refueling.
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.
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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
Your vehicle has several settings for clearing your
windows. The air conditioning 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.
Cooling
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.
Direct airflow through the air conditioning outlets
closest to the side windows.
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 conditioning compressor 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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Defogging and Defrosting
Your vehicle has several settings for clearing your
windows. The air conditioning compressor will run to
help remove moisture from the air.
Manual Cooling
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 RECRCULATE. 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. 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 mows on the fan speed switch.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Loading Your Vehicle
Tm OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT.
TIRE-LOADING
INFORMATION
FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG
MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE
CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE
TIRE
SIZE SPEED PRESSURE
RTG PSI/KPa
FRT.
RR.
SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa
SEE OWNER‘S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it
may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label
found on the rear edge of the driver’s door tells you the
proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation.
It
also gives you important information about the number
of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight
that you can carry. This weight is called Vehicle
Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all
occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
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MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP
DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI-
CABLE
U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE
SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION
STANDARDS
IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF
MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear
edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the
gross weight
capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating). The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed
the
GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR (Gross Axle
Weight Rating) for either the front or rear axle.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it
out. Don’t carry more than
100 pounds (45 kg) in your
rear area.

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Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns
violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling
your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline.
The cap is under a hinged door on the rear decklid of
your vehicle. While refueling, place the
cap
in the indent to the left of
the filler neck.
To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise).
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If you get gasoline on yourself and then
something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you
if you open the
,fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen
if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the
Outside of Your Corvette” in the Index. When you put
the cap back
on, turn it to the right until
you hear at least three clicks. Make sure
you fully install
the cap. The diagnostic system can determine
if the fuel
cap has been left
off or improperly installed. This would
allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See
“Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.
NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your dealer can get one for you.
If you get
the wrong type, it may not fit or have proper
. venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system
might be damaged.
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Type ................................................................... V8
VIN Engine Code
LT1
................................................................... P
LT4 .................................................................... 5
Fuel Delivery ............................... Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection (SFI)
Valve Arrangement ............................................. Overhead Valve
Piston Displacement. ............................................ 350 CID (5.7L)
Bore
.................................................. 4.00 inches (101.6 mm)
Stroke .................................................. 3.48 inches (88.39 mm)
Compression Ratio LTl
............................................................. 10.5: 1
LT4 ................................................ .......... 10.67: 1
LT1, ................................................................. 300
LT4
................................................................. 330
Firing Order
................................................... 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Thermostat Temperature Specification
............................... 180°F (82°C)
Horsepower
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.
Air Conditioning ................. See the refrigerant information label under the hood.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill
.............................................. 5 quarts (4.7 L)*
Overhaul
............................................. 10.8 quarts (10.2 L)*
LT1 ........... ................................... 14.5 quarts (13.7 L)
LT4
.................................................... 14.6quarts(13.8L)
Without Filter Change
....................................... 4.0 quarts (3.8 L)*
With Filter Change ......................................... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)*
FuelTank ................................ ............. 20.0 gallons (75.7 L)
Manual Transmission (Overhaul)
............................. 2.2 quarts (2.1 L)*
Rear Axle
Lubricant
.................................................. 1.5 quarts (1.42 L)
Limited Slip Additive
...................................... .4.0 ounces (1 18 ml)
Tire Pressures
.......... See Tire-Loading Information label on rear edge of driver’s door
Cooling System
Crankcase
* Recheck fluid level after filling. See Section 6 or the Index.
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Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if
you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down sooney:
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on
the following pages.
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