wheel alignment CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2009 6.G Owners Manual

Ination - Tire Pressure.................................5-70
High-Speed Operation...................................5-72
Tire Pressure Monitor System.........................5-73
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation.....................5-74
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-76
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-77
Buying New Tires.........................................5-78
Different Size Tires and Wheels......................5-79
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-80
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance..................5-82
Wheel Replacement......................................5-82
Tire Chains..................................................5-85
Lifting the Vehicle.........................................5-86
If a Tire Goes Flat........................................5-90
Appearance Care............................................5-91
Interior Cleaning...........................................5-91
Fabric/Carpet...............................................5-93
Coated Moldings...........................................5-93
Leather.......................................................5-94
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces........................................5-94
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net.................5-95
Care of Safety Belts......................................5-95
Weatherstrips...............................................5-95Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-95
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.....................5-96
Finish Care..................................................5-96
Windshield and Wiper Blades.........................5-97
Removable Roof Panel..................................5-98
Convertible Top............................................5-98
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim . . .5-99
Tires...........................................................5-99
Finish Damage...........................................5-100
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-100
Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs)..........5-100
Chemical Paint Spotting
...............................5-100
Vehicle Identication.....................................5-101
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)................5-101
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-101
Electrical System..........................................5-102
Add-On Electrical Equipment.........................5-102
Headlamp Wiring........................................5-102
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-102
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-102
Fuses and Circuit Breakers..........................5-103
Instrument Panel Fuse Block........................5-103
Engine Compartment Fuse Block...................5-106
Capacities and Specications........................5-110
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and
balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest
tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary
on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other, the
alignment might need to be checked. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, the
tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your
dealer/retailer for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly
rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your
dealer/retailer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer/retailer will know the kind of wheel
you need.Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted
the same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel
bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM
original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure
to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts
for your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts,
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
It could affect the braking and handling of your
vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in which
you or others could be injured. Always use the
correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for
replacement.
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Tachometer....................................................3-34
Taillamps
Turn Signal, and Stoplamps..........................5-59
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-40
Theft - Deterrent System..................................2-18
Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-106
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-18
Immobilizer.................................................2-19
Immobilizer Operation...................................2-20
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Time, Setting..................................................3-80
Tire
Pressure Light.............................................3-42
Tires.............................................................5-62
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning.................................................5-99
Buying New Tires........................................5-78
Chains.......................................................5-85
Cleaning....................................................5-99
Different Size..............................................5-79
High-Speed Operation..................................5-72
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-90Tires (cont.)
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-70
Inspection and Rotation................................5-76
Lifting the Vehicle........................................5-86
Pressure Monitor Operation...........................5-74
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-73
Run-Flat.....................................................5-69
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-64
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-66
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-80
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-82
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-82
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-77
Winter Tires................................................5-63
Towing
Recreational Vehicle
.....................................4-28
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-28
Your Vehicle...............................................4-28
Traction
Active Handling System................................. 4-8
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-6
Control System Warning Light.......................3-40
Limited-Slip Rear Axle..................................4-10
Selective Ride Control..................................4-10
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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............3-31
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-54
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-82
Different Size..............................................5-79
Replacement...............................................5-82
Windows.......................................................2-16
Power ........................................................2-17
Windshield
Replacement...............................................5-60
Washer......................................................3-10
Washer Fluid..............................................5-43Windshield (cont.)
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................5-60
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................5-97
Wiper Fuses.............................................5-102
Wipers......................................................... 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-19
Winter Tires...................................................5-63
Wiper Activated Headlamps..............................3-14
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XM Radio Messages.......................................3-95
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System..............3-108
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Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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