keyless CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2007 6.G User Guide

Lockout Protection
Your vehicle can be programmed to sound the horn
three times and unlock the driver’s door when both
doors are closed and there is a keyless access
transmitter inside the vehicle. When the driver’s
door is opened, a reminder chime will sound
continuously. The vehicle will remain locked only
when at least one transmitter has been removed
from the vehicle and both doors are closed. See
DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 234.
Hatch/Trunk
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It can be dangerous to drive with the
hatch/trunk lid open because carbon
monoxide (CO) gas can come into your
vehicle. You can not see or smell CO.
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It can cause unconsciousness and
even death. If you must drive with the
hatch/trunk lid open or if electrical wiring
or other cable connections must pass
through the seal between the body and
the hatch/trunk lid:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or
cooling system to its highest speed
and select the control setting that will
force outside air into your vehicle.
SeeDual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 179.
If you have air outlets on or under
the instrument panel, open them all
the way.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 106.
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Notice:Closing the hatch/trunk lid forcefully
or from the sides can cause damage to the
glass, the defogger or the weather stripping.
Be sure objects will t in the hatch/trunk
area before closing the hatch/trunk lid. When
closing the hatch/trunk lid, gently pull down
from the center.
Notice:Do not store heavy or sharp objects
in the rear storage compartments located in the
hatch/trunk area. If you do, the objects could
damage the underbody.
Hatch/Trunk Lid Release
There are several ways to release the hatch/trunk
lid. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission,
the shift lever must be in PARK (P). For manual
transmission vehicles, the parking brake must be
set when the ignition is started for the hatch/trunkrelease to operate. The parking brake does not
need to be set when the ignition is off for the
hatch/trunk release to operate. SeeParking
Brake on page 102.
V(Hatch/Trunk):Press the hatch/trunk lid
release button, located on the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel. The
theft-deterrent alarm system must not be
armed.
}(Hatch/Trunk):Press the hatch/trunk
lid release button on the keyless access
transmitter. SeeKeyless Access System
on page 72.
Press the hatch/trunk release button located on
the rear of the hatch/trunk lid above the license
plate, as long as you have your transmitter
with you.
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Arming the System
To arm the system:
Press the lock button on the keyless access
transmitter.
Open the door. Lock the door with the power
door lock switch. The security light should ash.
Remove the keyless access transmitter from
inside the vehicle and close the door. The
security light will stop ashing and stay on.
After 30 seconds, the light should turn off.
The vehicle can be programmed to
automatically lock the doors and arm the
theft-deterrent system when you exit the
vehicle. SeeDIC Vehicle Personalization
on page 234.
Now, if a door or the hatch/trunk is opened without
the keyless access transmitter, the alarm will go off.
Your horn will sound for two minutes, then it will go
off to save battery power. Your vehicle will not start
without a keyless access transmitter present.
The theft-deterrent system will not arm if you
lock the driver’s door with the power door
lock switch after the doors are closed.If your passenger stays in the vehicle when you
leave with the keyless access transmitter, have the
passenger lock the vehicle after the doors are
closed. This way the alarm will not arm, and
your passenger will not set it off.Testing the Alarm
To test the system:
1. Make sure the trunk lid/hatch is latched.
2. Lower the window on the driver’s door.
3. Manually arm the system.
4. Close the doors and wait 30 seconds.
5. Reach through the open window and manually
pull the release lever on the oor.
6. Turn off the alarm by pressing the unlock
button on the transmitter.
If the alarm is inoperative, check to see if the horn
works. If not, check the horn fuse. SeeFuses and
Circuit Breakers on page 419. If the horn works, but
the alarm doesn’t go off, see your dealer/retailer.
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Disarming the System
Always use your keyless access transmitter to
unlock a door either by pressing the unlock button
on the transmitter or by squeezing the door handle
sensor while you have the transmitter with you.
Unlocking a door any other way will set off the
alarm. If your alarm sounds, press the unlock
button on the keyless access transmitter to
disarm it.
Do not leave the key or device that disarms or
deactivates the theft deterrent system in the
vehicle.
Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h)
or less for the rst 500 miles (805 km).
Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast
or slow, for the rst 500 miles (805 km).
Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid
downshifting to brake, or slow, the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the rst
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
the new brake linings are not yet broken in.
Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake linings.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can
be gradually increased.
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Ignition Positions
Your vehicle has an
electronic keyless
ignition with a
pushbutton start.
/(START):Press this button while your foot is on
the brake for an automatic transmission, or while
pressing in the clutch for a manual transmission,
to start the engine. If your vehicle is in OFF or
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode, the
keyless access transmitter must be inside the
vehicle to start the engine.
9Acc. (OFF/ACCESSORY):When the engine
is on or the vehicle is in accessory power mode,
it is recommended that a manual transmission beplaced in REVERSE (R). An automatic
transmission must be placed in PARK (P).
Then press the Acc. button to turn the engine
off and place the vehicle in RAP. See “Retained
Accessory Power (RAP)” later for more information.
If an automatic vehicle is not correctly placed in
PARK (P) a SHIFT TO PARK message will display
on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
For more information, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 214.
When the engine is off, press this button to place
the vehicle in accessory mode. ACCESSORY
MODE ON will display on the Driver Information
Center (DIC). This mode allows you to use things
like the radio and the windshield wipers while the
engine is off. Use accessory mode if you must have
your vehicle in motion while the engine is off, for
example, if your vehicle is being pushed or towed.
After being in accessory mode for about
20 minutes, the vehicle will automatically enter
RAP or OFF, depending on if the doors are
opened or closed.
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
Audio System
Power Windows
These features continue to work up to 10 minutes
after the engine is turned off or until either door
is opened. If a door is opened, the power windows
and audio system will shut off.
Starting the Engine
Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
for an automatic transmission. For a manual
transmission the vehicle can be started in
NEUTRAL or any other gear as long as the clutch is
depressed. To restart a manual transmission when
you are already moving, use the NEUTRAL position
only. To restart an automatic transmission when
you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N).Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if
your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P)
only when your vehicle is stopped.
The keyless access transmitter must be inside the
vehicle for the ignition to work.
Cell phone chargers can interfere with the
operation of the Keyless Access System. Battery
chargers should not be plugged in when starting
or turning off the engine.
To start your vehicle, do the following:
1. For an automatic transmission, with your foot
on the brake pedal, press the START button
located on the instrument panel. For a manual
transmission, while pressing in the clutch,
press the START button.
If there is not a keyless access transmitter in
the vehicle or if there is something causing
interference with it, the DIC will display
NO FOBS DETECTED. SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 214for more
information.
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2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of
the button and the engine cranks automatically
until it starts. If the battery in the keyless
access transmitter is weak, the DIC displays
FOB BATTERY LOW. You can still drive
the vehicle.
See “Battery Replacement” underKeyless
Access System Operation on page 73for more
information. If the fob battery is dead, you need
to insert the fob into the fob slot to enable
engine starting. See “No Fobs Detected” under
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 214.
3. Do not race the engine immediately after
starting it. Operate the engine and transmission
gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all
moving parts.
4. If the engine does not start and no DIC
message is displayed, wait 15 seconds
before trying again to let the cranking motor
cool down.
If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F
or−18°C), it could be ooded with too much
gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedalall the way to the oor while cranking for
up to 15 seconds maximum. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down. When the engine
starts, let go of the accelerator. If the vehicle
starts briey but then stops again, do the
same thing. This clears the extra gasoline
from the engine.
Notice:Cranking the engine for long periods
of time, by pressing the START button
immediately after cranking has ended, can
overheat and damage the cranking motor,
and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
between each try, to allow the cranking
motor to cool down.
Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking
System. This feature assists in starting the engine
and protects components. Once cranking has
been initiated, the engine continues cranking for a
few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine
does not start, cranking automatically stops after
15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage.
To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents
cranking if the engine is already running.
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Notice:Your engine is designed to work with
the electronics in your vehicle. If you add
electrical parts or accessories, you could
change the way the engine operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check with
your dealer. If you do not, your engine might
not perform properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranty.
Stopping Your Engine
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission,
move the shift lever to PARK (P) and press the
Acc. (Off/Accessory) button located on the
instrument panel. If the shift lever is not in
PARK (P), the engine shuts off and the vehicle
goes into the Accessory Mode. The DIC displays
SHIFT TO PARK. Once the shifter is moved to
PARK (P), the vehicle turns off. If your vehicle
has a manual transmission, it is recommended
that you move the shift lever to REVERSE (R) and
set the parking brake after you turn off the engine
by pressing the Acc. (Off/Accessory) button.If the keyless access transmitter is not detected
inside the vehicle when it is turned to off, the DIC
displays NO FOB – OFF OR RUN?.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 214for
more information.
Engine Coolant Heater
Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater.
In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder,
the engine coolant heater can help. You will get
easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged
in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use
of the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle
may also have an internal thermostat in the
plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of
the engine coolant heater when the temperature
is at or above 0°F (−18°C) as noted on the cord.
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Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs
Some state/provincial and local governments have
or may begin programs to inspect the emission
control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass
this inspection could prevent you from getting a
vehicle registration.
Here are some things you need to know to help
your vehicle pass an inspection:
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the
check engine light is on or not working properly.
To perform a check engine light bulb check with the
keyless ignition, make sure the transmitter fob is in
the passenger compartment. SeeIgnition Positions
on page 90. Press the bottom of the Acc. button on
the instrument panel and hold the button down for
ve seconds. The instrument panel, including the
check engine light, will light up and the ignition will
be on, but the engine will not start — if you pressthe bottom of the Acc. button only briey, less than
ve seconds, the accessory power mode will be
turned on, but not the ignition. After the bulb check,
be sure to press and release the Acc. button again
to turn the ignition off and avoid draining the
vehicle’s battery.
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the
OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that
critical emission control systems have not been
completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle
would be considered not ready for inspection.
This can happen if you have recently replaced
the battery or if the battery has run down.
The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate
critical emission control systems during normal
driving. This may take several days of routine
driving. If you have done this and your vehicle
still does not pass the inspection for lack of
OBD system readiness, your dealer can prepare
the vehicle for inspection.
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MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h)
This message displays when a malfunction is
present in the Selective Ride Control system. The
vehicle speed will be limited to a value determined
by the vehicle when the shock absorber system
has failed and the shocks are in their full soft
mode. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer
as soon as possible.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears every 10 minutes
until this condition changes.
NO FOBS DETECTED
This message displays if the vehicle does not
detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter
when you have attempted to start the vehicle
or a vehicle door has just closed. The following
conditions may cause this message to appear:
Driver-added equipment plugged into the
accessory power outlet on the center console
is causing interference. Examples of these
devices are cell phones and cell phone
chargers, two-way radios, power inverters, or
similar items. Try moving the keyless access
transmitter away from these devices when
starting the vehicle. In addition, PDA devices
and remote garage and gate openers may also
generate Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
that may interfere with the keyless access
transmitter. Do not carry the keyless access
transmitter in the same pocket or bag as these
devices.
The vehicle is experiencing Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI). Some locations, such as
airports, automatic toll booths, and some gas
stations have EMI elds which may interfere
with the keyless access transmitter.
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