CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2007 6.G Owners Manual

Coolant Temperature:This display shows the
engine coolant temperature.
Press the gages button again to display the
coolant temperature, such as:
COOLANT TEMPERATURE 123°F or
COOLANT TEMPERATURE 51°C
If the coolant temperature is low, the display will
show COOLANT TEMPERATURE LOW. If
the coolant temperature is high, the display will
show COOLANT TEMPERATURE HIGH.
Transmission Fluid Temperature:If you have
an automatic transmission vehicle, this display
shows the automatic transmission uid
temperature.
Press the gages button again to display the
automatic transmission uid temperature, such as:
TRANS FLUID TEMP 123°F or
TRANS FLUID TEMP 51°C
If the transmission uid temperature is low, the
display will show TRANS FLUID TEMP LOW. If the
transmission uid temperature is high, the
display will show TRANS FLUID TEMP HIGH.Battery Voltage:This display shows the current
battery voltage.
Press the gages button again to display the
battery voltage, such as:
BATTERY VOLTAGE 13.5 VOLTS
Tire Pressure:This display shows the tire
pressure for each tire.
Press the gages button again to display the tire
pressure for the front tires, such as:
FRONT TIRE PRESSURES L 34 PSI R 33 PSI
or
FRONT TIRE PRESSURES L 234 kPa
R 228 kPa
Press the gages button again to display the tire
pressure for the rear tires, such as:
REAR TIRE PRESSURES L 34 PSI R 33 PSI
or
REAR TIRE PRESSURES L 234 kPa
R 228 kPa
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TRIP Button
The TRIP button displays the odometer, trip
distance, elapsed time, average speed, and oil life
remaining information.
Odometer:The odometer shows how far your
vehicle has been driven in either miles or
kilometers. Press the TRIP button to display
odometer readings, such as:
ODOMETER 12345 MI or
ODOMETER 20008 km
You can also display the odometer by turning on
the parking lamps.
Trip Odometers:There are two trip odometers.
Press the TRIP button to display TRIP
ODOMETER A readings and press the button
again to display TRIP ODOMETER B readings,
such as:
TRIP ODOMETER A 130.5 MI or
TRIP ODOMETER A 209.9 km
TRIP ODOMETER B 300.5 MI or
TRIP ODOMETER B 483.5 kmBoth of the trip odometers can be used
simultaneously. TRIP A could be used to track the
distance to a destination. TRIP B could be used
to track maintenance periods. The trip odometers
can be reset by pressing the RESET button on
the DIC.
There is also a miles since last ignition feature
that displays the number of miles (kilometers)
driven since you last started the vehicle. Press and
hold the RESET button for three seconds, then
release it. The miles (kilometers) since the
last ignition cycle will be set into the trip odometer.
Elapsed Timer:Press the TRIP button until
ELAPSED TIMER is displayed, such as
ELAPSED TIMER .00.
When the ignition is in on, the DIC can be used
as a stopwatch. The display can show hours,
minutes and seconds. The elapsed time indicator
will record up to 23 hours, 59 minutes and
59 seconds, then it will reset to zero and
continue counting. The display appears as
ELAPSED TIMER .00 in the elapsed time function.
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You can start or stop the elapsed time by pressing
the RESET button. To reset the elapsed time to
zero, press the RESET button for three seconds
while the timer is displayed.
Pressing and holding the RESET button for at
least 10 seconds will reset the timer display to the
time since last ignition cycle.
Average Speed:Press the TRIP button until the
average speed is displayed, such as:
AVERAGE SPEED 62 MPH or
AVERAGE SPEED 100 km/h
Press and hold the RESET button to reset to
0.0 mph (km/h).
Engine Oil Life:Press the TRIP button until the
engine oil life is displayed, such as OIL LIFE
REMAINING 89%.
This is an estimate of the engine oil’s remaining
useful life. It will show 100% when the system
is reset after an oil change. It will alert you
to change your oil on a schedule consistent with
your driving conditions.When the remaining oil life is low, the system will
alert you with the message CHANGE ENGINE OIL.
Remember, you must reset the engine oil life
system yourself after each oil change. It will not
reset itself. To reset the system, seeEngine
Oil Life System on page 340. Be careful not to
reset the engine oil life system accidentally at any
time other than when the oil has just been
changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the
next oil change.
SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 433and
Engine Oil on page 333for more information.
OPTION Button
The OPTION button allows you to access the
PERSONAL OPTIONS menu and customize the
personalization settings on your vehicle. See
DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 234for more
information.
RESET Button
The RESET button, used along with other buttons,
will reset system functions and turn off or
acknowledge messages on the DIC.
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DIC Warnings and Messages
Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the
driver that the status of the vehicle has changed
and that some action may be needed by the driver
to correct the condition. Multiple messages may
appear one after another. You can scroll through
the messages that may have been sent at the
same time. The DIC is continuously updated with
the vehicle performance status.
Some messages may not require immediate
action, but you can press the RESET button to
acknowledge that you received the messages and
to clear them from the display.
Some messages cannot be cleared from the DIC
display because they are more urgent. These
messages require action before they can be
cleared. You should take any messages that
appear on the display seriously and remember that
clearing the messages will only make the
messages disappear, not correct the problem.
The following are the possible messages that can
be displayed and some information about them.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ACTIVE
This message displays when the Anti-lock
Brake System (ABS) is adjusting brake pressure
to help avoid a braking skid.
Slippery road conditions may exist if this message
is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly.
The message stays on for a few seconds after the
system stops adjusting brake pressure. See
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 279for
more information.
ACTIVE HANDLING
This message displays when the Active Handling
System is operating. The Active Handling
System is a computer controlled system that
assists the driver in controlling the vehicle
in difficult driving conditions. You may feel or hear
the system working and see the ACTIVE
HANDLING message displayed in the DIC. This
message stays on for a few seconds following the
active handling event. This is normal when the
system is operating. SeeActive Handling System
on page 283andBraking on page 278.
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ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING
This message displays and the active handling
system light on the instrument panel cluster turns
on while the system is calibrating after exceeding
19 mph (30 km/h) for 10 seconds. SeeActive
Handling System Light on page 198. The Active
Handling System is not functional yet. The
Active Handling System performance is affected
until the next message ACTIVE HANDLING
READY is displayed. The Active Handling System
is off until the ACTIVE HANDLING READY
message is displayed. SeeActive Handling
System on page 283for more information.
ACTIVE HANDLING READY
This message displays when the functional check
of the Active Handling System has been
completed. SeeActive Handling System on
page 283for more information.
ACTIVE HANDLING WARMING UP
This message may display when you rst start
your vehicle during cold winter weather, and begin
to drive away, up to 6 mph (10 km/h). This is
normal. The Active Handling System performance
is affected until the next message ACTIVE
HANDLING READY is displayed in the DIC. See
Active Handling System on page 283for more
information.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button.
ATTACH TRUNK PARTITION
If your vehicle has a power convertible top, this
message displays and a chime sounds if the trunk
partition is not in place. Open the hatch/trunk
and make sure the trunk partition is secure and no
objects are on the trunk partition. SeeRear
Storage Area on page 131for more information.
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BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when the vehicle has
detected that the battery voltage is dropping
beyond a reasonable point. The battery saver
system starts reducing certain features of the
vehicle that you may be able to notice. At the point
that features are disabled, this message is
displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save
the charge in the battery. Turn off unnecessary
accessories to allow the battery to recharge.
BUCKLE PASSENGER
This message reminds you to buckle the
passenger’s safety belt.
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is
buckled, the passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled
with the passenger airbag enabled, and the
vehicle is in motion. You should have the
passenger buckle their safety belt.The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on,
the vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled
and the passenger is still unbuckled, and
the passenger airbag is enabled. If the
passenger’s safety belt is already buckled, this
message and chime will not come on.
BUCKLE SEATBELT
This message reminds you to buckle the driver’s
safety belt.
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is
unbuckled, and the vehicle is in motion. You
should buckle your safety belt.
If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition
is on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder
will be repeated. If the driver’s safety belt is
already buckled, this message and chime will not
come on.
This message is an additional reminder to the
safety belt reminder light in the instrument panel
cluster. SeeSafety Belt Reminder Light on
page 190for more information.
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CHANGE ENGINE OIL
This message displays when the life of the engine
oil has expired. SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 433. After an oil change, the engine oil
life system must be reset. See “Engine Oil Life”
underDIC Controls and Displays on page 208.
Also, seeEngine Oil on page 333andEngine Oil
Life System on page 340for more information.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID
This message displays, a chime sounds, and the
brake system warning light on the instrument
panel cluster turns on if the ignition is on to inform
the driver that the brake uid level is low. See
Brake System Warning Light on page 196. Have
the brake system serviced by your dealer as
soon as possible. SeeBrakes on page 361.
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
This message displays when the engine coolant
level is low. Have the cooling system serviced
by your dealer as soon as possible. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 347.
CHECK GAS CAP
This message displays if the fuel cap has not
been fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to make
sure that it is on properly. Once tightened, it takes
at least one overnight park to reset or clear this
message. If both the CHECK GAS CAP message
and the malfunction indicator lamp in the
instrument panel cluster are on, you may need to
see your dealer for service. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 200for more information.
CHECK OIL LEVEL
This message displays and two chimes sound if
the oil level in the vehicle is low. Once the vehicle
senses a change in the engine oil level, the
light remains off.
If this message appears after starting the engine,
the engine oil level may be too low. You may
need to add oil. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 350.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears every 10 minutes
until this condition changes.
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CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
trunk is open while you are trying to operate
the convertible top. Make sure the trunk is closed
before operating the convertible top. See
Convertible Top (Manual) on page 139or
Convertible Top (Power) on page 146.
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE
This message displays and a short chime sounds
when the Competitive Driving mode is selected.
The instrument panel cluster light will not be
on when the Competitive Driving mode is selected.
The Traction Control System (TCS) will not be
operating while in the Competitive Driving mode.
Adjust your driving accordingly. SeeRacing or
Other Competitive Driving on page 292for more
information.
COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
engine coolant exceeds 255°F (124°C). If you have
been operating your vehicle under normal driving
conditions, pull off the road, stop your vehicle, and
turn off the engine as soon as possible.
You can monitor the coolant temperature with the
gages button on the DIC or the engine coolant
temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 350,DIC
Controls and Displays on page 208, andEngine
Coolant Temperature Gage on page 199.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears and a chime
sounds every minute until this condition changes.
If you do not press the RESET button, the
message remains on until the condition changes.
CRUISE DISENGAGED
This message displays briey when you disengage
the cruise control system by stepping on the brake
on an automatic transmission vehicle or the clutch
on a manual transmission vehicle, or by turning off
the cruise control switch. SeeCruise Control on
page 164for more information.
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ENGINE DRAG CONTROL ACTIVE
This message displays when engine drag control
is active. When driving in a lower gear in rainy,
snowy, or icy conditions and then letting up on the
accelerator or downshifting, the rear wheels
may begin to slip and this message displays. This
message stays on for a few seconds following
the engine drag control event.
ENGINE OVERHEATED – STOP
ENGINE
This message displays and a continuous chime
sounds when the engine has overheated. Stop and
turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe
engine damage. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 350.
ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE
ENGINE RPM
This message displays if the engine oil
temperature exceeds 320°F (160°C). Check the
engine coolant temperature and engine oil level. If
the engine is too hot, seeEngine Overheating
on page 350. Your vehicle may need service, so
see your dealer.You can monitor the oil temperature with the
gages button on the DIC. SeeDIC Controls and
Displays on page 208.
Multiple chimes sound when this message is
displayed. This message remains displayed and
active until the issue is resolved.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED
This message displays if it is dark enough outside
and the headlamps and the Twilight Sentinel®
controls are off. This message informs the driver
that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended.
It has become dark enough outside to require
the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps.
HIGH TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when one or more of the
tires is over-inated. This message also displays
LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or
RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire is affected. You
can receive more than one tire pressure message
at a time. To read other messages that may have
been sent at the same time, press the RESET
button. If a tire pressure message appears on the
DIC, stop as soon as you can.
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Have the tire pressures checked and set to those
shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See
Extended Mobility Tires on page 384,Loading Your
Vehicle on page 309,Ination - Tire Pressure on
page 386, andTire Pressure Monitor System on
page 389.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. A message reappears every 10 minutes
until the condition is corrected.
The DIC display also shows the tire pressure
values for the front and rear tires by pressing the
gages button. SeeDIC Controls and Displays
on page 208.
HOT ENGINE AIR CONDITIONING OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating
temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine,
the air conditioning compressor is automatically
turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to
normal, the A/C operation automatically resumes.
You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this
message continues to appear, have the system
repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to
avoid compressor damage.
ICE POSSIBLE
This message displays when the outside air
temperature is cold enough to create icy road
conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly.
LOW FUEL
This message displays when the fuel tank is less
than 10 percent full and the display is turned
off. A multiple chime also sounds when this
message is displayed. Rell the fuel tank as soon
as possible. SeeFuel Gage on page 206.
LOW OIL PRESSURE
This message displays if low oil pressure levels
occur. If this message appears while the engine is
running, stop the engine and do not operate it
until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected.
Severe damage to the engine can result. A
multiple chime sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 333.
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