lock CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1999 5.G Owners Manual

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6-52 Tire Chains
NOTICE:
Don't use tire chains. They can damage your
vehicle because there's not enough clearance.
Use another type of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that manufacturer's
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it's contacting your vehicle, and don't
spin your wheels.
If you do find traction devices that will fit, install
them on the rear tires.
Lifting Your Corvette
CAUTION:
Lifting a vehicle can cause an injury. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over you or other
people. You and they could be badly injured.
Find a level place to lift your vehicle. To help
prevent the vehicle from moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly.
2. Put an automatic transmission shift
lever in PARK (P), or shift a manual
transmission to FIRST (1) or
REVERSE (R).
3. Turn off the engine.
To be even more certain the vehicle won't move,
you can put blocks in front of and behind
the wheels.

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6-53
CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under
a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
CAUTION:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage the vehicle and even make
the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and
vehicle damage, be sure to place the jack in the
proper location before raising the vehicle.
If you ever use a jack to lift your Corvette, such as to
display it at a show, follow the instructions that came
with the jack, and be sure to use the correct lifting points
to avoid damaging your vehicle.
NOTICE:
Lifting your vehicle improperly can damage your
vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by
your warranty. To lift your vehicle properly,
follow the advice in this part.
To help prevent vehicle damage:

Be sure to place a block or pad between the
jack and the vehicle.

Make sure the jack you're using spans at
least two crossmember ribs.

Lift only in the areas shown in the
following pictures.
For additional information, see your dealer and
the Chevrolet Corvette service manual.

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6-54 Lifting From the Front
The front lifting point can be accessed from either the
driver's or passenger's side of the vehicle, behind the
front tires.
1. Locate the lifting point (B) on either side of your
vehicle to jack the vehicle according to the
illustration shown.
2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and
the vehicle.
3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack
spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (A).

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6-55 Lifting From the Rear
The rear lifting point can be accessed from the rear of
the vehicle, on either the driver's or passenger's side.
1. Locate the lifting point to jack your vehicle
according to the illustration shown.
2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and
the vehicle.
3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack
spans at least two of the crossmember ribs (A).
For more information, see ªDoing Your Own Service
Workº in the Index.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Accessory Power Plug
This plug can be used to connect electrical equipment
such as a cellular phone or CB radio. The accessory
power plug is located behind the passenger side
toe
-board at the top left corner near the body control
module. Be sure to follow the installation instructions
included with the equipment.
To use the accessory power plug:
1. Remove the toe
-board panel by lifting up on the
latches at the top of each corner of the panel.
2. Locate the black connector at the left top corner of
the compartment near the body control module
above the two white diagnostic connectors.
3. Disconnect the connector pigtail by pulling forward
on the plastic locking tab and pull the connection
apart from the wire harness.
The plug has three separate wires:

The orange wire connects to battery power.

The yellow wire connects to ignition power. Power is
only available when the ignition is in ON.

The black wire connects to ground.

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6-68 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of maxi
-fuses,
mini
-fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the
chance of fires caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that
you can get along without
-- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
block is located on the
passenger's side of the
vehicle, under the
instrument panel and under
the toe
-board.
Remove the toe
-board and carpet covering to access the
fuse block. Then turn the fuse block door knob and pull
the door to access the fuses.

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Fuse Usage
1 Console Cigarette Lighter
2 Monitored (Inadvertent) Load
Control
3 Lumbar Seat
4 Driver Seat Control Module
5 Radio
6 Parking Lamps, TaillampsFuse Usage
7 Cigarette Lighter
8 Stoplamp, Hazard Flashers
9 Body Control Module
10 Windshield Wiper/Washer
11 Accessory Power
12 Blank
13 Body Control Module
14 Crank
15 Hazard/Turn Signal
16 Air Bag
17 Tonneau Release
18 HVAC Controls
19 Instrument Panel Control
20 Cruise Control
21 Brake
-Transmission Shift
Interlock
22 Body Control Module
- Ignition 3
23 Body Control Module
- Ignition 2

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
There is one fuse block in the engine compartment
located on the passenger's side of the vehicle in front of
the battery.Fuse Usage
1 Rear Fog Lamp
2 Approach
3 Right Headlamp Motor
4 Left Headlamp Motor
5 ABS TRANS
6 Fog Lamp

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6-73
Fuse Usage
35 Micro Relay
- Fuel Pump
36 Micro Relay
- Horn
37 Micro Relay
- Rear Fog Lamp
38 Micro Relay
- Back-Up Lamps
39 Micro Relay
- Fog Lamp
40 Micro Relay
- AIR Solenoid
41 Micro Relay
- Selective Real Time
Damping
42 Mini Relay
- Ignition
43 Mini Relay
- Cooling Fan 2
44 Mini Relay
- Cooling Fan 3Fuse Usage
45 Mini Relay
- Cooling Fan 1
46 Maxi
-Fuse - Cooling Fan 2
47 Blank
48 Blank
49 Maxi
-Fuse - Cooling Fan 1
50 Maxi
-Fuse - Air Pump
51 Maxi
-Fuse - Selective Real Time
Damping Electronics
52 Maxi
-Fuse - Anti-Lock Brakes
53 Anti
-Lock Brakes
54 Fuse Puller

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7-14 At Least Twice a Year
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 ªWiper Blades,
Cleaningº in the Index.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. (See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in
the Index.)Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
ªManual Transmission Fluidº 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.