light CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1997 5.G Manual PDF

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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(160
000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(160
000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at
150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km).
See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” following.
Footnotes
f The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform
this maintenance item will not nullify
the emissions warranty
or limit recall liability prior to
the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
* Your Corvette has an Engine Oil Life Monitor. This
monitor will show you when to change the
oil -- usually
between
3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 10,000 miles
(1
6 000 km) since your last oil change. Under
severe conditions, the indicator may come on before
3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle
more than
10,000 miles (16 000 km) or 12 months
without an oil change. Use engine oil meeting the
GM Standard
GM47 18M.
The Engine Oil Life Monitor won’t detect dust in the
oil.
So if you drive in a dusty area, be sure to change
your oil every
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the
CHANGE
OIL light comes on. Remember to reset the
Oil Life Monitor when the oil has been changed. For
more information,
see “Engine Oil Life Monitor” in
the Index.
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Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning’’
in the Index.
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Manual Transmission” in the Index. Check for leaks. A
fluid
loss may indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired if needed.
Automatic Transmission Inspection
It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid
loss. Check for leaks. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to
your Chevrolet dealership Service Department and have
it repaired as soon as possible.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges
and latches, including those for the hood, rear
compartment, console door and any folding seat
hardware. Part
D tells you what to use. More frequent
lubrication may be required when exposed to a
corrosive environment.

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Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above)
Plus:
FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer
from a legal roadway)
FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost
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) Chevrolet/Geo offers
Courtesy Transportation for
customers needing warranty service. Courtesy
Transportation will be offered in conjunction with
the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper
New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers
of 1997 Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty
trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.)
Note:
Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease
Customers operating 1997 and newer ChevroletlGeo
vehicles for a period
of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 OOO km),
whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Care services must
be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer
Service Management.
Basic Cure 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 Courtesy Care
at any time.

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Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for
customers needing warranty service. Courtesy
Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the
coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New
Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of
1997 ChevroletlGeo passenger cars and light duty
trucks (please see your selling dealer for details).
Courtesy Transportation includes:
0
0
a
a
One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair
completed during the same day.
Up to
$30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance
for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR
Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus or other
transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any
overnight warranty repair up to five days,
OR
Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by
another person (i.e., friend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of
rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days.
Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will
be administered by your ChevroletIGeo dealer
service management. Claim amounts should reflect
all actual costs.
ChevroletIGeo Courtesy Transportation is not part
of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. ChevroletIGeo reserves the right to make
any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation
at any time without notification.
Chevrolet/Geo dealer.
0 For additional program details, contact your
Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to
rent vehicles to people under
21 years of age. If you are
under
21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet
will reimburse up to $30/day for documented
transportation you receive.
For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle
Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
interim transportation may be available under the
Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your
dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is
available only in the United States and Canada.
In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for
information on Courtesy Transportation.

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Section 9 Index
Accessory Outlet .............................. 2-58
Accessory Power Plug
........................... 6-61
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle ...... 6-3
AirBag
....................................... 1-19
How Does It Restrain
.......................... 1-23
How It Works
................................ 1-2 1
Location .................................... 1-21
Servicing
................................... 1-24
What Makes It Inflate
......................... 1-22
What Will You See After It Inflates
............... 1-23
When Should It Inflate
......................... 1-22
Air Bag Readiness Light
.................... 1-20, 2-72
AirBagSystem
................................ 1-19
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-16
Air Conditioning
....................... 3-4,3-9, 3-11
Alignment and Balance, Tire
...................... 6-48
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning
...................... 6-57
Antenna
...................................... 3-30
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-22
Anti-Lock Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-74, 4-7
Anti-Theft Radio
............................... 3-26
Appearancecare
............................... 6-51
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-59 Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9
Ashtray ....................................... 2-57
Audio Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-29
Audio Systems
................................. 3-13
Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control System
............ 3-5
Overdrive
................................... 2-28
Transmission Check
........................... 7-14
Transmission Fluid
............................ 6-18
Transmission. Operation
....................... 2-26
Transmission. Park Mechanism Check
............ 7-16
Transmission. Shifting
......................... 2-26
Transmission. Starting Your Engine
.............. 2-22
Axle. Limited-Slip Rear
......................... 2-38
Axle. Rear
.................................... 6-22
Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement
................. 6-37
Battery
....................................... 6-32
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement, Remote Function Actuation System ... 2-12
Warnings
................................ 5-3, 5-5
BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-9
Belt, Engine Accessory .......................... 6-71
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard
...................................... 4-28

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.................................. 6-31
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-29
Parking
..................................... 2-32
PedalTravel
................................. 6-31
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-32
System Warning Light
......................... 2-73
Brakes.Anti -Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking in Emergencies
.......................... 4- 11
Break-In. New Vehicle .......................... 2- 19
BTSI
......................................... 2-35
BTSICheck
................................... 7-15
Bulb Replacement
......................... 6.33. 6.69
Fluid
....................................... 6-29
Transmission Shift Interlock
.................... 2-35
Wear
....................................... 6-31
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock Check
........... 7- 15
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Canadian Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-69
Carbon Monoxide
.................... 2.15.2.37. 4.29
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7- 13
Cassette Tape Player
............................ 3- 14
Careofyour
................................. 3-29
Center Console
................................. 2-55
Certification Label
.............................. 4-30
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-51
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-79
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-33
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-58 Child Restraints
...................... 1.25. 1.26.
1-27
Securing in the Passenger Seat Position
........... 1-27
Top Strap
................................... 1-27
Where to Put
................................ 1-27
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-57
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-63
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-16
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................ 6-57
Coated Moldings
............................. 6-53
Convenience Net
............................. 6-53
Exterior LampsLenses
........................ 6-56
Fabric
...................................... 6-52
Glasssurfaces
............................... 6-54
Inside of Your Corvette
........................ 6-52
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-53
Leather
..................................... 6-53
Outside of Your Corvette
....................... 6-55
Removable Roof Panel
......................... 6-55
SecurityShade
............................... 6-53
Soft-Touch Paint Surfaces
...................... 6-53
Stains
...................................... 6-52
Tires
....................................... 6-57
Vinyl
....................................... 6-52
Weatherstrips
................................ 6-55
Wheels
..................................... 6-57
Windshield and Wiper Blades
................... 6-54
Climate Control
................................. 3-5
Automatic Electronic Dual
....................... 3-5
Manual
...................................... 3-2
Clock. Setting the
............................... 3-13
Clutch. Hydraulic
............................... 6-20
9-2
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Brakesystem
................................ 7-17
Exhaust System
.............................. 7-17
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-17
Steering
.................................... 7-17
Suspension
.................................. 7-17
Tire
........................................ 7-17
Wheel
...................................... 7-17
InstrumentPanel
............................... 2-68
Brightness Control
............................ 2-52
Cleaning
.................................... 6-53
Cluster
..................................... 2-7 0
FuseBlock .................................. 6-63
Instrument Panel Cupholder
....................... 2-54
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-52
Jump Starting
.................................. 5-3
Key Fob Transmitter
............................ 2-6
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-14
Labels
....................................... 4-30
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Certification
................................. 4-30
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-60
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-30
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-60
Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses
................. 6-56
Courtesy
.................................... 2-52
Exterior
.................................... 2-50
Interior
..................................... 2-52
OnReminder
................................ 2-44
Lamps Latches.
Seatback
................................ 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
....... 2-34
Lighter
....................................... 2-57
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-20, 2-72
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-74, 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-73
Check Engine
................................ 2-76
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-7, 2-72
Traction Control System
(TCS) .................. 2-75
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-30
CheckGages
................................ 2-79
Security
.................................... 2-79
Locks
......................................... 2-4
Cylinders
................................... 7-14
Door
........................................ 2-4
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
............... 7-16
Key Lock Cylinders Service
.................... 7-14
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Using the Wheel Lock Key
..................... 6-50
Lubricants and Fluids
............................ 7-18
Lubrication Service, Body
........................ 7-14
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-20
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-17
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-18
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment
................ 7-2
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-57
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-76

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........................ 3-2
Frontseat
.................................... 1-2
Transmission Check
........................... 7- 14
Transmission Fluid
............................ 6- 19
Transmission. Shifting
......................... 2-29
Transmission. Starting Your Engine
.............. 2-22
Methanol
...................................... 6- 4
Mirrors
....................................... 2-53
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-54
Inside Daymight Rearview
..................... 2-53
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-54
Visor Vanity
................................. 2-58
MMT
......................................... 6- 4
Mountain Roads
................................ 4-24
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-4 1
Memory ....................................... 2-5
Neutral Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-27
Manual Transmission
.......................... 2-29
New Vehicle Break-In
........................... 2-19
Nightvision
................................... 4-17
Off-Road Recovery
.......................... 4- 13
Oil. Engine
.................................... 6-11
OnetoFourLight
............................... 2-30
Outlet. Accessory
............................... 2-58
Overdrive. Automatic Transmission
................ 2-28
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
....... 5- 13
Overheating Engine
............................. 5- 13 Owner Checks and
Services
....................... 7-13
Owner Publications. Ordering
..................... 8-12
InCanada ................................... 8-11
Paint Spotting. Chemical
........................ 6-58
Park Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-26
Shifting Into
................................. 2-33
Shifting Out of
............................... 2-35
AtNight
.................................... 2-16
Brake
...................................... 2-32
Over Things That Burn
........................ 2-36
Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission
.............. 2-36
Parkmg Brake Mechanism Check
.................. 7-16
Passenger Position
.............................. 1-19
Parking
Lots
....................................... 2-16
Passing
................................... 4-13
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-17
Pass-Key
-4D- . 2-18 ....................................
Power
DoorLocks
................................... 2-5
Remote Control Mirrors
........................ 2-54
Seat
......................................... 1-2
Steering .................................... 4-11
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-26
Windows
................................... 2-39
Powerseat
..................................... 1-2
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-18
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-1
Plug
....................................... 6-61
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InCanada
................................... 8-11
Racing or Other Competitive Driving
.............. 2-24
RadioReception
................................ 3-28
Radios
................................ ... 3-13
Rain. Driving In
.............................. 4- 18
Reading Lamps
................................ 2-53
Rear Axle
............ ...................... 6-22
Axle Service
...... .................... 7-17
Towing
..................................... 5-11
Turn Signal and Taillamp Bulb Replacement ....... 6-35
Rearview Mirror, Inside Daymight
................. 2-53
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............... 7- 18
Remote Function Actuation (RFA) System
Storage
................................... 2-56
Window Defogger
........................ 3-4, 3-10
Reclining Seatbacks
.............................. 1-3
Battery Replacement
.......................... 2- 12
Resynchronizing Your Transmitter
............... 2- 1 1
Remote Hatch Release ........................... 2- 14
Replacement Bulbs
............................. 6-69
Replacement Parts
.............................. 6-70
Replacement, Wheel
............................ 6-48
Reporting Safety Defects
....................... 8-10
In Canada
.................. .......... 8-11
To General Motors ........... .......... 8-11
Resetting the Oil Life Monitor
................... 6-15
Restraints
Checking
................................... 1-33 Child
............................. 1.25. 1.26.
1-27
Replacing Parts After a Crash
................... 1-34
Systemcheck
................................ 7-14
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
.................. 2-21
Reverse Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-27
Manual Transmission
.......................... 2-29
Ridecontrol
................................... 2-38
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Roadside Assistance. Canadian
..................... 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle
........................... 5-23
RoofPanel
.................................... 2-60
Rotation. Tire
.................................. 6-44
Safety Belts
................................... 1-6
Adults
...................................... 1-11
Care ....................................... 6-54
Children
.......................... 1-25. 1-26. 1-27
Driver Position
............................... 1-12
Extender
.................................... 1-33
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-11
Incorrect Usage
.................... 1-14. 1-31. 1-32
Lap Belt Cinch Feature
........................ 1-13
Larger Children
.............................. 1-30
Passenger Position
............................ 1-19
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-10
Reminder Light
.......................... 1-7. 2-72
Replacing After a Crash
........................ 1-34
Smaller Children and Babies
.......... 1-25. 1-26. 1-27
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1-18
Lap-Shoulder
....... .................... 1-12
WhyThey Work
............................... 1-7
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InCanada
................................... 8-11
To General Motors
............................ 8-1 1
Safety Warnings and Symbols
...................... vm
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................... 7-5
Seatback Latches
...................................... 1-5
Reclining
.................................... 1-3
Seats
.......................................... 1-1
ManualFront
................................. 1-2
Power
....................................... 1-2
Securing a Child Restraint
...................... 1-27
Seats and Restraint Systems
........................ 1-1
Seats and Seat Controls
........................... 1-2
Second Gear, Automatic Transmission
.............. 2-28
Second Gear, Manual Transmission
................. 2-29
Security Light
.................................. 2-79
SecurityShade
................................. 2-55
Security Shade, Cleaning
...... ... ..... 6-53
Selective Real Time Damping
. . . . 2-38
Service
Bulletins, Ordering
............................ 8- 12
Manuals, Ordering
............................ 8- 12
Parts Identification Label
....................... 6-60
Publications, Ordering ......................... 8- 12
Work, Doing Your Own
......................... 6-2
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
................... 8- 12
InCanada
................................... 8-11
...
sport ........................................ 1-3
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Corvette
.......... 1-24 Shift Speeds
... ...................... 2-30
Shifting
....... ......................... 2-26
Into Park
.... .. ............... 2-33
OutofPark
................................ 2-35
Signaling Turns
................................ 2-42
Sixth Gear. Manual Transmission
.................. 2-29
Skidding
...................................... 4-15
Sound Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-29
Specifications and Capacities
...................... 6-69
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
............... 8-4
Sportseat
...................................... 1-3
Springs. Fiberglass
.............................. 6-58
Stains. Cleaning
................................ 6-52
Starter Switch Check
............................ 7-15
Steam
........................................ 5-14
Steering
...................................... 4-11
In Emergencies
........................... 4-12
Power
......... ............... 4-11
Tips
........................................ 4-11
Wheel. Tilt
.................................. 2-41
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-54
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-32
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
.................. 5-22
Sunvisors
.................................... 2-58
Surge Tank. Coolant
............................. 5-18
Symbols. Vehicle
.................................. x
System Controls. Climate Control System ......... 3-2. 3-5
Specifications. Engine
........................... 6-69
Speedometer
................................... 2-71
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2-22
9-9