trunk release CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1999 5.G Owners Manual

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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
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-4 Door Locks
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-6 Memory (Option)
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-7 Remote Function Actuation System
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-14 Remote Hatch/Trunk Lid Release
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-17 Universal Theft-Deterrent (Option)
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-19 PASS-Key

2-20 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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-21 Ignition Positions
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-23 Starting Your Engine
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-25 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
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-27 Automatic Transmission Operation
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-30 Manual Transmission Operation
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-34 Parking Brake
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-35 Shifting Into PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission Only)
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-37 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission)
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-37 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)2
-38 Parking Over Things That Burn
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-38 Engine Exhaust
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-39 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
(Automatic Transmission)
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-39 Limited-Slip Rear Axle
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-40 Selective Real Time Damping (SRTD) (Option)
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-41 Windows
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-43 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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-51 Exterior Lamps
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-53 Interior Lamps
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-54 Mirrors
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-56 Storage Compartments
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-61 Roof Panel (Option)
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-68 Convertible Top (Option)
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-74 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
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-77 Warning Lights, Gages and Messages
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-92 Driver Information Center (DIC)

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The system will allow you to lock your keys in the
vehicle if you didn't leave them in the ignition (for
example, you leave the keys on the seat). You should,
however, be able to use the key fob transmitter to get
them out as long as the passive slide switch is in the ON
position. After 15 seconds of no motion, the key fob
transmitter shuts down to save the battery. Wait about
30 seconds, then rock the vehicle. The key fob
transmitter should ªwake upº and unlock the doors.
This system can't guarantee that you will never be
locked out of your vehicle. If the battery is low or if the
key fob transmitter is in a place where the signal can't
get to the antenna, it won't unlock the doors. Always
remember to take your keys with you.
Panic Alarm Button
When you press the special horn button on the key fob
transmitter, the horn will sound. This panic alarm button
will allow you to attract attention, if needed.
If the horn alarm sounds, there are three ways to turn
it off:

Push the panic alarm button again on the key
fob transmitter.

Wait 90 seconds, and the horn will turn off by itself.

Turn the key to any position in the ignition,
except OFF.RFA Settings
You can adjust the settings on the system through the
Driver Information Center (DIC). You can have just the
driver's or both doors lock passively unlock, change the
type of alarm used by the theft
-deterrent system, or have
the lamps come on when you approach the vehicle. See
ªDriver Information Center Controls and Displaysº in
the Index for more information.
Turning the System Off
You can disable the passive feature by moving the
transmitter's slider switch to OFF. The vehicle will no
longer automatically disarm your theft
-deterrent system
or unlock the doors. However, you will be able to
actively control the use of the door locks, the
hatch/trunk lid release and the panic alarm using the
four transmitter buttons. (These buttons also work
when the passive feature is on.)
Make sure to fully slide the switch to either side when
turning the key fob transmitter on and off. You
should feel a double click when sliding the switch back
and forth.
You can also check whether the passive system is on or
off by closing the door and moving away from the
vehicle with the key and key fob transmitter. If the doors
lock, the passive system is on.

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Resynchronizing Your Transmitter
Your RFA system uses a continually changing code for
increased security. Normally, the receiver in your
vehicle will keep track of this changing code. If your
vehicle does not respond to your transmitter, do the
following to determine what's wrong:
1. Get closer to the vehicle and try pressing a button
again. Your battery may be low (If so, see ªBattery
Replacementº in the Index).
2. While standing close to your vehicle, press the
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on your transmitter at
the same time and hold for seven seconds. This will
attempt to resynchronize the security code in your
RFA key fob transmitter.
3. When resynchronization is achieved, the horn
will chirp.
Loss of synchronization will occur after transmitter
battery replacement or disconnection of the
vehicle's battery.
If attempts to resynchronize your transmitter to the
vehicle are not successful, you may need to match the
transmitter to the vehicle. See ªMatching Transmitter(s)
to Your Vehicleº in the Index.
Remote Hatch/Trunk Lid Release
To use the remote hatch/trunk lid release on automatic
transmission vehicles, your vehicle must be in PARK (P)
or NEUTRAL (N). For manual transmissions, set the
parking brake. See ªParking Brakeº in the Index.
Press the button with the trunk symbol on it, located at
the left
-hand side of the steering column on the
instrument panel, to release the hatch/trunk lid from
inside your vehicle.

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The key fob transmitter will also release the hatch/trunk lid.
See ªRemote Function Actuation Systemº in the Index.
If your vehicle is equipped with a hatch and you have
lost battery power, use the manual release cables to open
the hatch. To access the cables, remove the two access
panels located in the rear of the trunk area. There is one
cable located under each access panel. (See ªRear
Storage Compartmentsº in the Index for
more information.)
Pull each cable straight down for each latch to release
the hatch.If your vehicle is equipped with a convertible
top/hardtop and you have lost battery power, use the
manual release cable to open the trunk lid. To access the
cable, remove the center storage compartment lid
located in the rear of the trunk area. (See ªRear Storage
Compartmentsº in the Index for more information.)
Pull the cable straight down to release the trunk lid.

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Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
This knob controls the
brightness of the instrument
panel lights when the
headlamps or parking lamps
are on.
Push and release the knob and it will pop out. Turn the
knob clockwise to brighten the lights or
counterclockwise to dim them.
Parade Mode
The instrument panel brightness knob has an added feature
called Parade Mode to assist you in seeing certain
instrument panel controls if your headlamps are on in the
daylight. Before turning the courtesy lamps on by turning
the button all the way clockwise, the radio, Driver
Information Center (DIC) display and heating and air
conditioning controls will come on at their maximum
brightness. This will occur only with the parking lamps or
headlamps on.
Courtesy Lamps
When any door or the hatch/trunk lid is opened, the
interior lamps will go on (unless it's bright outside). The
lamps will stay on for about 30 seconds or until you turn
on the ignition.
You can also turn on the courtesy lamps by turning the
interior brightness control knob all the way clockwise.
Be sure not to have this knob turned all the way down
with the lamps on during the day. Your Driver
Information Center (DIC) may not be visible.
Exit and Entry Lighting
With entry lighting, the interior lamps will come on when
entering the vehicle for up to 20 seconds. With exit
lighting, the interior lamps will come on when the key is
turned to OFF or a door is ajar for about 20 seconds.
You can turn exit and entry lighting off by quickly
turning the headlamps on and off or by quickly turning
the courtesy lamp switch on and off.

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To access a storage compartment, pull up on the latch to
release the lid. Remove the storage compartment lid.
When replacing a storage compartment lid, make sure
the latch is in the correct location so the latch locks
securely into place.
NOTICE:
If your vehicle is equipped with the optional
trunk
-mounted CD changer, it is stored in the
center rear storage compartment. To help avoid
damage to the compact disc player, do not store
items such as liquids or sharp objects that could
damage, puncture or cut the trunk
-mounted CD
changer or wiring.
NOTICE:
Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the storage
compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. If
you do, the objects could damage the underbody.

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3. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the convertible
top off of the windshield frame. Then lift upward on
the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to be vertical
off the storage compartment lid (C). The front
edge (A) and rear edge (B) should be straight up
and down.4. Tilt the driver's seatback forward and press the
storage compartment release button located on the
underside of the storage compartment lid (C) behind
the driver's seat. Then raise the storage compartment
lid (C). While attempting to raise the lid, if the lid
does not release and you hear three chimes, check to
make sure the trunk lid is closed. Also, the lid will
not release if the alarm is turned on or the trunk lid
is open.
After pressing the release button, the driver's and
passenger's door glass should retract to the
full
-down position.

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The main components of your instrument panel are:
A. HUD Controls (Option)
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
C. Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Located in the Instrument Cluster)
D. Instrument Panel Cluster
E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons
G. Hazard Warning Flasher Button
H. Center Air Vent
I. Audio System
J. Comfort Controls
K. Fog Lamp Button (Option)
L. Remote Hatch Release Button (Coupe) or Remote
Trunk Release Button (Convertible/Hardtop)M. Ignition Switch
N. Shift Lever (Automatic Shown)
O. Traction Control System (TCS) Switch/Active
Handling Switch (Option)
P. Accessory Power Outlet
(Located in the Center Console)
Q. Selective Real Time Damping (SRTD) (Option)
R. Instrument Panel Cupholder
S. Remote Fuel Door Release Button
(Located in the Center Console)
T. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
U. Parking Brake
V. Glove Box
W. Instrument Panel Fuse Block

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Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the
changer, the CD symbol will appear on the radio display.
If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the
CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is
ready to play. When a CD begins playing, a disc and
track number will be displayed. The disc numbers are
listed on the front of the magazine.
If your vehicle is equipped with the AM
-FM Stereo with
Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control, the
following buttons are used for the trunk
-mounted
CD changer except the EJECT button for ejecting the
CD magazine.
PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to
go to the previous track if the current selection has been
playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button
is pressed and the current selection has been playing for
more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of
the current selection. If you hold or press this button
more than once, the player will continue moving back
through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
PROG (2): Press this button to select a disc. The disc
number and track number will be displayed.
NEXT (3): Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to
go to the next track. If you hold the button or press it
more than once, the player will continue moving forward
through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.REV (4): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly
through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance quickly
through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to seek to the next
selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to search for
the previous selection on the CD. The sound will mute
while seeking.
P.SCAN: Press this button to hear the tracks in random,
rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will appear on
the display. Press P.SCAN again to turn off random play.
TAPE AUX: Press this button if you have a disc loaded
in the changer and the radio is turned on, to play a
compact disc. Press AM
-FM to return to the radio when
a compact disc is playing. Press TAPE AUX to switch
between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded.
To eject the disc holder in the trunk
-mounted CD
changer, slide the CD changer door all the way open and
the disc holder will automatically eject.
If your vehicle is equipped with the AM
-FM Stereo with
CD Player and Automatic Tone Control, the following
buttons are used for the trunk
-mounted CD changer
except the EJECT button for ejecting the CD magazine.

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PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to
go to the previous track if the current selection has been
playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button
is pressed and the current selection has been playing for
more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of
the current selection. If you hold or press this button
more than once, the player will continue moving back
through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random,
rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will appear on
the display. Press RDM again to turn off random play.
NEXT (3): Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to
go to the next track. If you hold the button or press it
more than once, the player will continue moving forward
through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.
REV (4): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly
through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
(5): Press this button to select a disc. The disc number
and track number will be displayed.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance quickly
through a track selection. Release it to resume playing.
SEEK: Press the right arrow to seek to the next
selection on the CD. Press the left arrow to search for
the previous selection on the CD. The sound will mute
while seeking.CD AUX: Press this button if you have a disc loaded in
the changer and the radio is turned on, to play a compact
disc. Press AM
-FM to return to the radio when a
compact disc is playing. Press CD AUX to switch
between the trunk
-mounted CD changer and compact
disc if both are loaded.
To eject the disc holder in the trunk
-mounted CD
changer, slide the CD changer door all the way open and
the disc holder will automatically eject.
Compact Disc Changer Errors
If an error occurs while trying to play a CD in the
compact disc changer, the following conditions may
have caused the error:

The road is too rough. The disc should play when the
road is smoother.

The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label side up.

The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and
try again.)

The CD changer door is open. Completely close the
changer door to restore normal operation.

An empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer.
Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of
the trays.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, please contact your dealer.