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improperly. tighieried-wheel 'nuts-can cause ,the-wheel to. become loode and 'even-:come off.. This could lead to a& .accident. Be .sure to use ,the ,correct .wheel nuts. If you .have to replace them, be sure to:get:the fight kind;' Stop somewhere .as -soon as you can and have. the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 pound-feet (140 N'* m) .

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When the spare tire is in use, either the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or the SERVICE LTPWS light on your )river Information Center will come In. The light should go off when your triginal tire is replaced. &er you have the flat tire repaired or eplaced, install the gray piastic'wheel !ut caps on the wheel nuts and tighten ach cap to 22 pound-inches (2.5 Nom). CAUTION

An improperly storid jack - . --could bethrown abut the .. vehicle.diring ai.collision or sudden maneuver. This could injure people.

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Put-the jack and retaining spring in the ack storage bag. Remove the plastic :ray from the rear storage compart- nent behind the passenger's seat and ?lace the jack storage bag in the :arpeted well. Replace the plastic tray md close the storage compartment. I NOTICE

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Storing ,a Rat Tire (EXCEPT ZR-7 REAR TIRES) To store a flat tire, €Est you have to adjust the &pare tire carrier tray b.ecause a road tire is larger than the compact .spare. I. Push the tire carrier tray tcrward the front of the vehicte. It will drop down to the lower posit-ion.

2. Put the flat road tire on the tire

carrier tray.

3. Lift, the latch bolt and tilt it toward the front.of the vehicle. Then drop it down to the lower position.

4. Put the hooked end of fhe wheel

wrench into the .slot on the tray. Hold t&e wrench at a-slight angle, so you can seethe notch for the hteh bok Lift up on the wheel wrench like this to raise the tire 'mier tray,

5. Use the so&&- end of the wheel

Turn the latch bolt

wrench.t-0 tum the: latch Bolt counterclocl-se. until it is snug, Be sure to return the wheel wrench and the wheel lock key to their proper storage areas.

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Storing a Flat Tire (ZR-3 REAR TIRES) If you have the ZR-1, you cannot store 3 flat ,rear tire on the tire carrier tray. You-have to store and restrain the flat rear tire in the luggage area of your vehicle. CAiJTIOlv

1. Put-the jack and retaining spring in

the jack storage bag, Remove the plastic tray from the rear storage compartment behind the'passenges's seat and place the jack storage bag in the carpeted well. Replace the plastic tray and close the storage compartment.

2. Then, put the flat rear tire in the tire storage bag provided. This will help keep the interior of your vehicle from getting dirty.

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3. Place the tke flat on the floor of the

rear ~ s t r g ~ area 4. Use thehgggge straps tu hold the storage bag in place. Loosen the straps at the two adjusters.

.5, Attach each end o€-the longer strap to

the reax cargoarea books.

6. Attach the rmdning strap to the-

hsok behind the consok.

Whenyou have a flat road tire stored in the luggage area o€ yuur vehicle, you c m u t also stare a removable rod panel in the luggage .mea. It will not fit into the. latches prop.erly.

7. Tighten the straps by pulling on the

hose a d s .

Be sure to return the wheel wrench and .the wheel lock key to th& proper storag'e ateas.

Wbee; Lock Key Your Corvette wheel lock key b s a unicp registration number. The registration number is printkd on a c&d hduded in your locknut package. Also on this. card is lost key rqlacernent information. This number is NOT recorded by GM or your dealer, so be sure not to lose this card. You will need this infopnation if you ever lase your wheel lockkey.

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Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lase air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 1tPa). The compact spare is made to go up to 3,000 miles (5 OOO km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where. you want. Of course, it's best to replace your .s.parewith .a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your -spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again.

Don't use your compact. spare on some other vehicle. And don't mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won't fit. Keep your spare and its -wheel together.

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If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” can I help you get out when you’re stuck, but

rou must use caution. CAUT/UN

A: If :you let.your :tires. spin -at

high speed.when the ASR , . ‘OFE warning light is on, or when “the SERVICE ASR warning light is ‘on, your tires can explode and you or others could be injured. And, spinning your tires with either of these lights on can cause the automatic transmission or other parts of the vehicle to overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don’t spin the wheels above 35 mph (56 M) as shown on the speedometer.

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. You should turn your ASR system off. Then, shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear--or if you have a manual transmission, between 1 or 2 and R (Reverse)-spinning little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. If that doesn’t get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see the Index under Towing Your Corvette and Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR) System.

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Part 6 Service & Appearance Care

H ere you will find information

about the care: of your Corvette. This part begins with service and fuel information, andthen it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a section dev0te.d to its appearance care.

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Service Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best -and- wank you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer €or all your service needs. You’ll get genuine CM parts and GM-trained and supported sewice people. we hope you’ll want to lceepyour GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one-of these marks.

Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do- some of your own service work, yau’ll want to get the proper Corvette -Service Manual. It tells. you.much more about how to service your Corvette than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see the Index.under Service Publications. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See the Index under Maintenance Record.

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Fael Use premium ,unleadedgasohe rated at 91 octane higher, You may use middle grade or rcgultir unleaded gasolines, but- your vehicle may not accelerate as well. The gasoline you use should meet specifications ASTM D4814 inthe US. and CGSB 3-5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add- mything’to the fuel. In the US. and Canada, it’s easy to be sure. you get the right lrind of gasoline (unleaded). You’ll see “UNLEADED” right QII the pump. And-only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck.

Be sure the posted-octane for premium is at least 91 (at leatit 89 €or middle- grade and 87 for regular). If the octane is less than 87, yuu may get a heavy knocking nu& when you drive. I€. it’s bad enough, it can damage YOLK engine. If you’re usingfuel rated at 91 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t w q if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to buy a higher .octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. Fuel Capacity: 20 U. S. Gallons (75.7 L) . Use unleaded he1 only.

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Fuel (CONT.) What about gasoline with .blending materialsthat contain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? 4 MTBE is ‘‘m&hYl tefiiary-butyl ether,” Fuel that -is. no more than 15% MTBE is fine %or your vehicle.. Ethanol is .ethyl or -grain alcohol. .Prop,erly-bknded he1 that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine €or your vehicle. Methanol i s methyl or wcrod alcohoI.

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I Gasdines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help pr-event deposits from foxrning in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system workijng properly. 1t”s good for.your vehicle, md.,yoU’ll be doing-your part for cleaner- air. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates, General Motors ree.omrnends’that-.you use ga.s.olines with these blending materials, suchas MTBEa~~.~~~af?crX.By.doing so, y . 0 ~ can help clean the air, especially in those parts. of thecountry that have high carbon monoxide levels.

In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines. These gasolinesare specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline. By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels. You should.aslc your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates, and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.

Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on drivingh another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won't work well or at all. With continuous use, spa& plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly. Your vehicle's oxygen sensor will be damaged. All ofthat means costly repairs that wouldn't be covered by your warranty.

To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil cuspany that does business in the countqrwhere you'll be driving. You can also write us at ,the following address for advice. Just tell us where you're going and give your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . General Motors of Canada Ltd. International Export Sales P.O. Box 828 Oshawa, Ontario LlH 7N1, Canada

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Filling Your Tank To remove the fuel filler cap, turn it slowly to the left (countercloclkse).

gasoline' orrefueling your .vehicle. Keep sparks, fhnes, and smolcing materials away.from gasoline.

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you, could be badly';burned. ,Gasoline:;'cm spray .out ,011 you if you' open the.fue1 filler cap ,too - quickly. .This spray can happen if your tank,is nearly full, and is more Iikely in hot weather. Open the.fuel filler cap .slowly adwait for any "hiss" noise to stop. Then unscrew .the cap all the way.

While refueling, place the cap in the depression to the left of the fuel tank opening.

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When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking noise.

NOTICE @you ,ne~ed-a.new cap, ‘be .sure to getthe right type:Your dealer can .’ get .-one far .you. If you g&the . wrong type, it may not-fkor have proper venting, and your Euel:.tank and emissions system might be damaged.

Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids, lubricants and important parts underhoad.

Hood Release To open the hood, first p d l the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Then lift the rear edge of the hood at the windshield area.

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:A Electric. fansunder the hood

can stariup and .injure yuu

even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away frornany underhood electric fan.

CAUTION A Things that burn can get on

hot engine parts and start a

fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to &op or spill things that will bum onto a hot engine.

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then release the hood safety strut by moving the strut to the centered position and lowering the hood. Lower the hood'until it is approximately 12 inches (30 cm) above the engine compartment, then release it. This should securely latch the hood. If the hood is still not fully closed and latched, repeat the closing procedure by holding the hood a little higher before you release it.

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Dipstick (if equipped)

2. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir

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3. Battery 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Air Cleaner 6. Coolant Recovery Tank 7. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap 9. Engine Oil Dipstick I O . Coolant High Fill Reservoir 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reser aoir

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LT5 Engine (CODEJ) 1. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir 2. Battery 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 5. Air Cleaner 6. Coolant Recovery Tank 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap 8. Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Coolant High Fill Reservoir IO. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir

Underhood Lights Leaving your hood open and your underhood lights on can drain your battery. If you need to keep the hood open for an extended period of time, remove the Underhood Lights Fuse. This 1O-amp fuse is located under the hood on the left-hand marker light assembly. See the Index under Fuses & Circuit Breakers.

Engine Oil It's a good.idea to check p u r engine oil level every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. If you have the LTl engine, the best time to check your engine oil is when the engine is warn. If the engine is mnning, the engine oil won't drain back into the pan. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the-oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.

If you have a ZR-1, the best time to chegk your engine oil is when the engine is cold. If you run the engine, the engine oil won't drain back into the pan fast enough. Give the oil two hours to drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.

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LTI Engine: Checking Engine Oil

Engine Oil (CONI-.) To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or a cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, Beeping the tip lower.

When to Add Oil: *If the oil is at or below the ADD line, you'll need to add some oil.. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of ail.to use. For crankcase capacity, see the Index under Capacities and Specifications.

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Just fill it enough to put' the level Somewhere in the proper operating parge-. Push the dipstick all the-way back in when you're. through. Your vehic1.e has- a LOW OIL light-on the Driver InfomaAion Center that canes on and stays on if your oil. is '/z to 1% quarts low (see t-he Index tilid& Low Oil Ljght). Do not wait until this light comes on to check your oil level. This light i s an added reminder only-you should check your oil level regularly.

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What Kind of Oil To Use

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Energy Conserving I1 Oils with these words on the

, container will help you save fuel. This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is used on most oil containers to ,help you select the correct oil. You should look for this on the oil container, and use only those oils that display the logo. Your Corvette engine is filled at the factory with a Mobil l@ synthetic oil, which meets all requirements for your vehicle.

SAE 5w-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.

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Engine 0il.Addifives Don't add anything to your oil.>Your Chemolet dealer is ready you think something should be ,added.

to ad a ,'se if

Substitute Oil (LTI Engine Only) When adding .oil to maintain engine oil level, if an oil meeting GM St.aidard GM4718M is not available, you can use oil designated either S A E 5W-30 API Service SG at all temperatures, or SAE 1OW-30 API Service SC at temperatures above 0°F (-18°C) : This oil should not be used for an oil change. Substitute. 01 (LTS Engine Only) When adding oil to maintain engine oil level, if an oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M is not available, you can use oil designated. SAE 1OW-30 API Service SG at all temperatures. This oil should not be used for an oil change.

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When to Change Engine Oil See if my one of these is true !€or-you: Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 lm). It's below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) . TEie engine is at low speed most of the time (as in stop-and-go traEc). Most trips are through dusty places. If any one of these is true for your vehicle, you need to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months-whichever comes first. (See the Index under Engine Oil Life Monitor.) If none of them.is true, change the oil every 7,500 miles (12 500 lun) or 12 months-whichever comes Change the filter at the first oil change and at every other oil change after that. (See the Index under Engine Oil Life Monitor.)

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Engine Block Heater (LTl ENGINE, CANADA ONLY) An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder. If your vehicle has an engine block heater, see the index under Engine Block Heater.

What to Do with Used, Oil

A Used engine- oil contains.

things that have caused skin .. ,cancer in laboratory animals. Don't let used oil stay.on your .skin for very long. Clean y o u skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away ciuthing or rags containing used engine oil.

Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. ;ee the Index under Scheduled taintmame. Services. CAUTION

Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don't ever dispose of oil by pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of yo-ur used oil, ask your: dealer, a service station or a local recycling center €or help.

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3. Pull off -the cover -and removethe

4. Reverse steps -1-3 to reas-semble.

filter. .-t Make sure-the short h o b is returned to the center position when you are -- . ..E%. , - finished.

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Throttle Cable Adjusters Your 1993 Corvette is equipped with special throttle cable :adjusters. If you need- to adjust the throttle. on your engine; please see a qualified Chevrolet ,dealer or. refer to the 1993 Corvette- Service Manual.

Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Mairitenance Schedule-to determine. when,to change.your fluid. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Seruices .

How to Check: Because this operation can be a little d-#icuft, you. may choose to have :this dorie at .a Chevrolet dealership Sejrvice Dt?p,ElI-tment.. If you do it yourself, be sure. to follow all the instructions here, or. you could get a false zeading on the dipstick.

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Wait at least 38 minutes .before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving:. When outside temperatures a e above 90°F (32OC). At high speed for qui-tte a while. In heavy traffic-especially in hot we-ather.

To get -the right reading, the fluid should be at normal op-erating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82OC to 93'C).

To Check T-ransmission Fluid Hot: Get4he vehicle warmed.:up by driving abaut 15 miles. (24 h) when outside temperatures are ab.ove 50°F ( 10OC). If it's colder than 5OoF (lOC), drive the vehicle in D (third-gear) until the engine temperature gage.moves and. then-remains steady for ten minutes. Thenfollow the procedures under To Check the Eluid Hot or Cold.

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Automatic Transmission Fluid (C.ONT.) To Check Trafisinission Fluid Cold:. A cold check is made after the-vehicle has been sitting for eight hours-or miore with. the engine offand is used only as :a feference. Let the,engine run at idle for five minutes if &utside temper&n%:_s are 50QF (10%) or-mare. If it's colder than 5QoF [lUaC), you may have-to idle the engine longgr; A hat check must follou7 wheaffuid. is added dw"lqg a cold.check.

To Check the Fluid Hot or Cold Park your vehicle- on: a- level place. Place the ;shift lever in P (Park) with the .parkingbrake applied. With your foot on the brake pedal, mave the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, p-asition the-s-hift'lever in P (Park). Let the engine r d .at idle for three minutes ,or more;

Then, Without Shutting Off the Engine, Follow- These Steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with

a clean rag or paper towel.

2. Push it back in all the. way, wait three

seconds and then pull; h back out again.

3. Check b.& stdes af the dipstick, and read the loweg. limd. The h i d h e 1 must be in the COLD area for a cold checkor in th-e HOT or er0s.s- hatched area for a hat checl<.

4. If the fluid level is whe$e it should. be, push the dipstick b:ack in all the way.

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Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. Howevw, tbe fluid in your-manual transmission doesn’t require-changing. How to Check: Becguse this operation can be a iittie difficult, you may choose to-have this done at a Chevrolet dealership Service Department. If you do it y.Ourself, be sure to follow all the instrvctiuns here, or you could get a false reading.

How to Add Fluid: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind oftransmission fluiil to use. See the Index under Fluids. G Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring. the level up to the COLD area.for a cold-check or the-HQT area for a-.hot ‘check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally legs than a pint. Don’t overfill. We recommend you use only fluid IabeIed

DEXRON@-JIE, because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transmission.. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXXO-Nq-IIE is not covtir,ed by your-new vehicle warranty. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way.

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How to Add Fluid: When you need to add fluid, put in enough to, bring the level up to -the bottom of the filler plug hole in the transmission case. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid. to use. See the Index under Fluids G Lubricants.

Manual Transmisskm fluid (CONT.) Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then, Follow These Steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to

the bottom .df the filler plug hale. 3. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is fully seated. If the fluid level is low, add more fluid as described in the next step.

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Hydraulic C/ufch (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) The clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. When to Check and What to Use: Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleb bo determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and what to add. See the Index under Owner Checks G. Sewices and Fluids ,& Lubricants. HOW to Check and Add Fluid The clutch master cylinder is under the Engine Control Module (ECM) in the left rear area of the engine compartment. To check the fluid, look at the area between the ECM and the battery.

To add fluid, the ECM unit rnust.be moved. Loosen the two nuts-on the ECM unit. With the LT1 engine, there is one nut on the outboard side o€ the ECM unit -and one nut on the inboard side. With the LT5 engine, both nuts are on the inboard side of the ECM unit. Move the unit to either side. Do not disconnect any wires.

Fluid should be added if the fluid level iS at or below the ADD mark on the reservoir. There are additional. instructions on the reservoir cap. When returning the ECM to its proper pasition, make sure the bolts are aligned with the: slotsin the bracket. Then gently push down on the unit. When.replacing the unit, be careful not to overtighten the nuts.

Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant: Refm to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See the Index under Periodic Maintenance Inspections. How to Check Lubricant: If the-levelis below the bottom 0.f the filler plug hole, you'll need to add some lubricant, Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug- hole.

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Rear Axle (CONT~) What to Use: To add lubricant when the level use M e Lubricant (GM Part Na 12345977) or SAE BOW-90 GL-5 lubricant. To completely refill after -draining, add four ounces (118 mQ af Limited-Slip Dlfferential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358). Z fill to the bottom of the filler plug hole with Axle ‘Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345977) o,r SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 gear lubricant.

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Engine Coolant

e foUowing explains your cooling

sgstm and how to add coolant when it is I m . If you have a problem with e ~ @ e overheating, see the Index under Engine Ouerheating. The proper coolant for your Corvette

* Give freezing protection down to - 3 m (-37°C). Give boiling protection up. to 262°F (128°C) Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights work as they should.

What to Use: Use a mixture of one-half clean wafer (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you have the LTl engine, use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with any complete coolant change. If you use these, you don’t need to add anything else.

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Adding Coolant-LTI Engine Tb Check Coolant: Wh& your engine is cold, :che.ck the dipstick on the cap of the coolant- recovery .tank. The. coolant level should be at C.OLD, orst little higher. When your engine-is w m , the level on the dips’tiik should be up to HOT, or a little higher. If your engine is overheating, see the Index under Engine Overheating. Your Corvette als:o- has .a coolant high fill res.Crvoir lgcated at the-right re,ar of the engine compartment.

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To Add Coolant to the High Fill Reservoir:

NOTICE

the engine and cooling system are hot-can allow steam and -scalding .liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the pressure cap-even a Me-when and cooling system are hot.

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Adding CooIant-LTI €ngine (CONT.) To Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank: For more information on adding coolant to the LT1 engine, see the Index under Engine Overheating. If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank, but only when your engine is cool. If the tank is very low or empty, also add coolant to the coolant high fill reservoir. See the following procedure and refer to the Index under Engine Overheating.

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1. When the..engine-is cool, remove the

pressure .cap.

.Without pressing down on the pressure cap, turn it slowly to the. left .until.it reaches a “stop.” If YOU hear a hiss, it means there is still some pressure. Wait for the hiss to stop. Then press down on the pregsure- cap and continue turning it to the left. Remove the pressure cap.

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2. After the engine cools, open the air bleed valves on the throttle body and water pump inlet.

3.. fill with the proper mix. Add .coolant

until. you see a steady stream of. coolant corning .frarn.the bleed vdves.

4, Then close the bleed valves. 5. Continue to fiH the coolant high .fill. reservoir u.p to the base of the €iller neck.

6. Rinse or wipe the spilled crrolant

from the engine-and compartment. 7. Start the engine-and allow it .to.run in idkfor approximately four minutes. By this time, the coolknt level inside

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the coolant high fill resekvoir will be lower. Add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler .neck. 8. Replace the pressure cap. When it's tight, the arrows on the cap should line up with the overflow tube on the reservoir filler neck. Shut the engine Off.

9. Then fill the coolant .recovery t,mk to

the proper level.

For complete drain, flush and refill, contact your Chevrolet dealer or the procedure may be found in a Chevrolet Corvette Service Manual. To purchase a Service Manual, see the-Index under Service Publications.

Adding GooCant-LT5 hgine To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, check the- dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tanfr. The coolant level should be at COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level on the dipstick should be up to HDT, or a little higher. If your engine is overheating, see the Index under Evlgirze Overheating. Your Corvette also has a coolant high fill reservoir located at the right rear of the engine'compartrnent.

To Add Coolant: For more .information on ,adding coolant to the LT5 engine, see the Index u.nder Engine Overheating. If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank, but ,only when your engine is cool. If the tank isvery low or empty, also add coolant to the coolant high fill reservoir. Add coolant to the base of the filler neck, if needed.

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spill coolant on hot .engine parts.' Coolant contains ethylene glycol, .and .it . w i parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolafit on .a hot engine.

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1. When the engine is cool, remove the

pressure cap.

Without pressing down on the pressure cap, turn it slowly to the left: until it reaches a "stop." If you hear a hiss, it means there is stiU. some pressure. Wait €or the hiss to stop. Then press down on the pressure cap and continue turning it to the left. Remove the pressure cap.

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Adding Caalant-LT5 Enghe (CONT,) 2. Add the coolant mix to the coolant

high fill reservoir until the level reaches the base of the res&voir filler neck

3. With the pressure cap still removed, run the engine until the upper radiator hose is hot. With the engine at idle, add coolant mix again, if needed, to bring the level back up to the reservoir filler neck base.

4. Put on the pressure cap. When it’s tight, the arrows on the cap should line up with the overflow tube on the reservoir filler neck.

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Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat sfops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the .coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, -an AC* thermostat is recommended.

When you replace your coolant high fill reservoir pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended.

What t,o Add: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule- to determine what.kind of fluid to use. 'See. the Index under Fluids G Lubricants. II NOflCE

Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: Open t,he.cap labeled WASHER . FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the^ bottle is full.

Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean-rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at- the fluid level on the dipstick,

When .the engine imnpartrnent is hot, the level should be at the HOT or H mark. When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be atthe FULL COLD or C mark.

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Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up.

The other reason is that fluid is Iealring out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.

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WETen your brake fluid falls to a.low level, your brake warning light, SERVICE ABS light and SERVICE ASR light will come on. The- anti-lock brake and .acceleration slip regulation systems are disabled when your brake flu.id falls to it low level. See thedndex under Brake System Warning Light; To Add Brake Fluid: Lift the cap and pour in fluid to the MAX mark on the master cylinder. Do not oveffiI1.

&%at to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use- )nly DOT-3 brake fluid-such as lelcrr Supreme 1 P (GM Part No. .052535). Use new brake fluid from a 'eded. container only. NOTlCE

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality -and work well together if the vehicle is to haye really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake-parts in the&, as your Corvette does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking 'system-for example, when your brakelinings wear down and you sure have to have new ones put in-be you get new genuine GM replacement parts. If.you don't, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example, if someone.puts in b.r&e linings that are wrong for your vehicle, .the balance between your front and rear brakes can change, for the worse. The braking performance you've come to expect can change in many other ways if.-someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts.

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Vehicle Storage If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or 'more, take off the black, negative (-1 cable from the battery. This wit1 help keep your battery from .running down,

Battery Every new Corvette has a Delco Freedoma battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it's time far a new. battery, we recommend. a Delco Freedom* battery. Get one that has -the catalog number shorn on the okiginal battery's label. Jump Starting For jump starting iqs.tructions, see the Iizdex under Jump Starting

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Contact your dealer to-learn how to prepare your vehicle far longer storagg mriods.

Headlr'ghf Bulb Replacement TO change your-Corvette's headli,ghts, you'll need a Phillips screwdriver and a # 15 Torx@ driver.

3. From the engine compartment -side,

rcpove the two Torx@ screws on: each side of the. front, of the headlight.

'1 .. Release the hood latch and r ~ i s e the hood to the open position. 2. The headlights need to be halfway

open. Turn theswitch to the headlights ON position., -then quicldy back to the p.arking lights ON position .You hay have to do this a few times until you get the headlights in the halfway-open position. Or you can open the .headlight-s manually. See the Index urmder Conceukd. Hmdlighfq.

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Headlight Bulb Replacement (CON7") 4. Then remove the two Phillips screws

from both sides of the cover, but before you remove the last screw, put your hand under the headlight cover to hold it..

5. Then reach around the .hood and pull the cover straight out. Be careful not to scratch the- paint.

6. From the engine campartment side, remove the four Phillips screws from the retainer. These screws are near each corner of the headlight. Don't disturb the large-head adjusting screws or your headlight will be improperly aimed. HoHthe headlight when all the screws are removed. Then remove the retainer.

7. Remove the headlight and unplug

the electrical connector.

8. Plug in the new headlight and

replace the headIight retainer and screws.

9. Replace the headlight cover. 10. Turn off the parking lights.

Headlight Aiming Improperly aimed headlights can be dangerous. Periodic headlight. checks for proper aiming and adjustment are strongly recommended. Your Chevroket to provide such dealer is well. equip,ped service.

Fog Ught Bulb Replacement The fog lights can be reached from under the- front bumper.

3. Rotate the bulb base eounter-

doclm&e l/s turn. Then pull the bulb bise out.

4. &refully disconnect the bulb base

from the wiring harness.

5. Insert the neq7 bulb -and then

reconnect the wiring h-mess. Cluse and secure the door.

If your fog 'lights become improperly aimed, have your Chwrokt dealer aim tka QQr YOU.

1 Remove the hex-head screw using a

7 m hex-head socket.

2. Open the door. Then reach up into the fog light assembly €or the bulb.

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Rear Turn Slgnal and Taillight Replacement To replace a rear turn signal and taillight on your Corvette, €0110~ these steps: 1. Use a #15 Tom* driver to remove

the screws from the lens.

2. Pull the lens out. 3. Push the bulb in and turn counter-

clockwise. Remove the bulb from the socket.

4. Replace the bulb by pushing the new

bulb in and turning it clockwise.

5. Replace the lens. To prevent water from getting inside the lens, make sure the lens seal is properly positioned. Tighten the screws.

Front Turn Signal Light Replacement To replace a front turn signal bulb on your,Corvette, follow these steps: 1, Release the hood latch and raise the

hood to the open position.

2. From the engine compartment side, remove the front turn signal light by rotating the bdb socket counter- cloclwise '14 turn and pulling it out.

3. Replace the light. 4. To reinstall the bulb socket, match the three loclcing tabs on the socket with the three notches on the housing.

5. Push the bulb socket into the housing

and rotate it cloclmise.

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Back-up Light Replacement- You can service the back-up lights by removing the license plate and reaching through the opening. Tu replace a back- up light on YOUV Corvette, follow these steps: 1, Push the tab on the bulb socket in

and turn it counterclockwise. .Remove the bulb from the socket. 2. Push the new bulb in and turn it

clockwise.

3:Reinstall

the bulb socket. J3t

tab on the socket latches. 4. Reinstall thelicense plate.

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Side Marker Light Replacement 'You can service the front side marker Jights from inside the engine compartment. Service' the rear side marker lights from underneath the vehicle, To replace a side marker-light on your Corvette., foIlow these steps: 1 To remow the; bulb socket, rotate 'the turn

bulb -socket counterclo.c,kwise and pull it out.. 2. Repiac,e the bulb. ,3. To reinstdl the bulb socket, pu!

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into the h.ousing and- turn'it clockwise.

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Rear Cargo Compartment Light Replacement (couw To replace axear cargo compartment light in your Corvette coupe, .follow these steps: 1. Remove the targo light cover by

carehlly prying it off with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the bulb. 3. Position the cover over the operiing

.and. press into place.

Rear Cargo Compartment Light Repkement (CONVERTIBLE) To replace a rear cargo compartment light in your Corvette convertible, folluw these steps: 1, Remove the cargo light assembly by

carefully prying it out with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the bulb. 3. Position the light assembly over the

opening and press it into place,

Canter High-Mounted Stop Light Replacement ( ~ G E P T Z R - I ) You can service this 'light by removing the license plate and reaching through the opening. To replace the center high- mounted stop light on your Corvette, follow these steps: 1. Rotate the bulb socket counter- clockwise '/4 turn and pull. out.

2. Replace the bulb. 3. To reinstall the bulb socket, push it

into the housing and turn it cloclnvise.

4. Reinstall the license plate.

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Center High-Mounted. Stop Light- Replacement (m-11 1. Open the hatch and remove the two Torx@-head screws on the underside of the hatch near the rg-ofline.

2. C-arhlly~pull the- stop light assembly

aw;ly.frgm the;roof.

3* Then. remove the two Phi1lip.s head

screws on-the'underside of 'the assembly.

4. Remove the,rubb.er backing and then

c~mdully pry the lens from the- assembly.

5. TO: remove- the bulb, geritIy rock the

bulb back and forth in its:socket while pulling up..

6. Replace the bulb. TO rea'ssmble the

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Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures €or the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you impartant information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.

The other label is the Certification label, also on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry more than 100 lbs. (45 kg) in the rear area of your Corvette.

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If you put things inside your vehicle- like: suitcases, iook, packages, or mything eke-they will go as fast ais the vehicle goes. Xyou have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep, going.

Thingslyuulput inside..your vehicle can strike. and-injure people in a sudden-stop or twn, or in a crash.

Put things in the rear area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Don't leave a seat folded down unless you need to.

Tires

We don't make tires. your new vehicle c o w s with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Corvette. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.

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Inflation-Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label ! which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile. If you have to check tires when they’re not cold, add 4 psi (28 kPa) to the numbers on the sticker.

Tire Rotation The tires on your Corvette are directional, asymmetrical, and are different sizes front tu rear. Due to this, your tires should not be rotated. Each tire and wheel should be used only in theqosition it is in.

When to Check: Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 1tPa). How to Check: Use the tire pressure gage provided in your center storage console to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires-which may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated. If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

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If yuu ever replace your tires with those ,not having a TPC Spec number, make SLUT they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.

When It’s Time.for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only%2 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if: * You can see the indicators at three places around the tire. You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagggd deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t he repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Per€omance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that s m e TPC Spec number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC Spec number will be followed by an “MS” (for mud and snow).

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Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire wh

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Tra~ti~n-A, 6, C 33% traction grades, from highest to .lowest are: A, B, and C. They represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified ,government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have podr.traction p-erformance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to. this tire is based on braking (straight- ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.

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Temperature-A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and'C, representing the tire's-resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel: Sustained high temperature can cause the inaterid af the tire to degenwate.-and reduce tire @e, and excessive temperature can lead to. sudden tire failure. The-grade C corresponds t o . a level of performance which d l passenger car tires must meet under:the Federal Motor Vehicle Sa€ety Standard NO.. 109. Grades B.and A represent higher levels of perfomnance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

Warning: The temperatute grade for this tire 'is established for a tire that is properly inftated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, iither separately or in combination, cah cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Those grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires. While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with. respect to these grades, all such tires meet Gene$d. Motors performance standards and have been appToved for use QII General Motors vehicles. All passenger type (P Metric) tifes .must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these. grades.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at. the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. In most cases, you will'not need to ha\ your wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling.one way or the. other, the alignment may need to be reset. 'If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced.

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly ruste-d. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air out, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Chevrolet dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the lund 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 Corvette.

A Using the twmg replaiement.

wheels, w k l bolts, or.wheel

nuts: on your .vehicle an be dangerous. It mu14 afi& &e braking and handling of.your vehicle, make yourtires 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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fire Chains

Putting a used -wheel O ~ Y Q U K vehicle is dangerom You

can't know how it's been used.;or how many miles it's heen driven. It cwld -fail suddenly and cause- an .accident, If you have to,replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.

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Never use these to clean your vehicle:

:Gasoline Benzene Naphtfia-

Carban Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner

Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover

"'They can all be hazardous-some more,than others-and your vehicle, too.

they can all damage

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Cleaning the Inside of Your Coweqe Use a 'vacuum cleaner often to get rid df dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Chevralet ,deder has two GM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here are some cleaning tips:

Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 9 Clean up stains as soon as you can- before they set.

9 Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area ,aften.. A so& brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well- ventilated area only. If you use them, don't saturate the stained area. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set.

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric. 9 Vacuumand brush the; area to .remove. any loose dirt. 9 Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. * Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. 9 Don't saturate the material. Don't rub it roughly. As soon as you've cleaned the secnon, use a sponge to remove the suds.

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Rinse the sedtion with a clean,, wet sponge. * Wipe offwhat's. left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. Then. dry it immediately with: an air hose,.a hair dryer or a heat lamp.

Wipe with a clean Cloth.

Fabric Protection Your Corvette has upholstery that has been treated with Scotchgard"' Fabric Protector, a. JM product. Scotchgard" protects fabrics by repelling oil %and water, which are the carriers -of most: st&. .Even with this protection, you still need to clean your upholstery'often to keep it looking new. Further. information on clewing is available by calling 1-808-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6167).

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Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, cofEee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt.

Carehlly scrape off excess stain. * Then follow the solvent-type instructions earlier in this section. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed.

Non-Greasy Stains: Like catsup, coffee (black), egg, h i t , h i t juice, mill<, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood.

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Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 1f.a stain remains, follow the foam- type instructions earlier in this section. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to I cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.

Combination Stains: Like candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and udmown stains.

Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow to

dry- . If a stain remains, clean it with

solvent-type cleaner.

Cleaning the Carpeting In Your Corvette Your vehicle has a color-fast solution dyed carpet. To clean this type Of carpet: Dry Stain: Carefully scrape off excess stain. Then use a small .hand brush io gently remove the rest of the crusted material. Wet Stain: Carefully blot the stain with an absorbent cloth, pap&- towel or': sponge. If the stain persists, treat the area with a solution of four parts water td one part household bleach (5.25% solution) and let stand for approximately one hour. Then rinse thoroughly with a detergent/water solution. Follow this with three additional rinsings of water only, thoroughly blotting the area after each application.

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Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Just use warm water and a clean cloth.

Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things lilce tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quicldy. Use a clean cloth and solvent-type vinyl/leather cleaner.

Cleaning “So# Touch” Surfaces There are many “Soft Touch” paint sureces in your Corvette. Use only mild soap and water to clean these surfaces. For protection, use ArmorAlP or an equivalent product.

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Cleaning the Top of the lnstrumenf Panel Use only mild soap and water to dean the tap surfaces of the. instrument. panel. Sprays containing Silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it dK1cult to see through the.windshield under certain conditions.

Cleaning Speaker Covers Vacuum around. a Delco-BoseB- speaker cover gently, so that the- sp.ealref won’t be damaged. If something gets on one of them, follow the step earlier under Using -Sslvsnt-Type Cleaner on Fabric. Uscas little solvent as you can.

C/eaning “Dulso”-Coated