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Checking Coolant CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap -- even a little -- when the engine and radiator are hot. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark. The FULL COLD mark is on the front of the coolant surge tank. Don't overfill the surge tank. Too much coolant can result in an overflow when the fluid is hot. The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment behind the passenger's side headlamp. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for more information on location. 6-25

Section	Page
2001 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual	1
	24
Safety Belts: They re for Everyone	24
Why Safety Belts Work	26
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers	29
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	30
Adults	30
Driver Position	30
Lap-Shoulder Belt	30
Lap Belt Cinch Feature	31
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	36
Passenger Position	37
Air Bag System	37
How the Air Bag System Works	39
Where are the air bags?	39
When should an air bag inflate?	40
What makes an air bag inflate?	40
How does an air bag restrain?	41
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	41
Air Bag Off Switch	42
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	45
Children	46
Infants and Young Children	46
Restraint Systems for Children	49
Top Strap	52
Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position	54
Older Children	58
Safety Belt Extender	61
Checking Your Restraint Systems	61
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	62
Section 2 Features and Controls	63
Windows	64
Power Windows	64
Express-Down Windows	65
Keys	66
Door Locks	68
Power Door Locks	69
Inadvertent Lockout Protection	69
Leaving Your Vehicle	69
Memory (Option)	69
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	71
Operation	72
Panic Alarm Button	73
RKE Settings	73
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	73
Battery Replacement	74
Replacing the Battery in the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	75
Resynchronizing Your Transmitter	75
Hatch/Trunk Lid Release	76
Trunk Release Handle (If Equipped)	79
Theft	80
Key in the Ignition	80
Parking at Night	80
Parking Lots	80
Theft-Deterrent System	81
Arming the System	81
Testing the Alarm	81
Disarming the System	82
PASS-Key	82
New Vehicle Break-In	83
Front Air Dam	84
Ignition Switch	84
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	85
Starting Your Engine	86
Automatic Transmission	86
Manual Transmission	86
Starter Interlock Feature	87
Racing or Other Competitive Driving	88
Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only)	88
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	89
Automatic Transmission Operation	90
Manual Transmission Operation	93
Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission)	94
One to Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission)	95
Downshifting (Manual Transmission)	96
Parking Brake	97
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)	98
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Only)	99
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)	99
Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission)	100
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only)	100
Parking Over Things That Burn	101
Engine Exhaust	101
Running Your Engine While You re Parked (Automatic Transmission)	102
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	102
Selective Real Time Damping (SRTD) (Option)	103
Horn	103
Tilt Wheel	104
Telescopic Steering Wheel (If Equipped)	104
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	105
Turn and Lane Change Signals	105
Turn Signal on Chime	106
Headlamps	106
Headlamp Doors	106
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	107
Lamps on Reminder	107
Flash-to-Pass Feature	107
Windshield Wipers	108
Windshield Washer	109
Cruise Control	109
Setting Cruise Control	111
Resuming a Set Speed	111
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	111
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	112
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	112
Using Cruise Control on Hills	112
Ending Cruise Control	112
Erasing Speed Memory	112
Exterior Lamps	113
Daytime Running Lamps	113
Fog Lamps (If Equipped)	113
Twilight Sentinel Automatic Lamp Control (Optional, Standard in Canada)	114
Interior Lamps	115
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	115
Parade Mode	115
Courtesy Lamps	115
Exit and Entry Lighting	115
Reading Lamps	116
Inadvertent Load Control	116
Mirrors	116
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror	116
Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror with Map Lamps (Option)	117
Driver s Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)	117
Power/Heated Remote Control Mirrors	118
Convex Outside Mirror	118
Storage Compartments	119
Glove Box	119
Instrument Panel Cupholder	119
Center Console Storage	119
Security Shade (Option)	120
Using the Security Shade	120
Rear Storage Compartments	120
Convenience Net (Option)	122
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter	122
Sun Visors	122
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors	122
Accessory Power Outlet	123
Floor Mats (Option)	124
How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats	124
Roof Panel (If Equipped)	124
Removing the Roof Panel	124
Storing the Roof Panel	128
Installing the Roof Panel	130
Convertible Top (Option)	131
Lowering the Convertible Top	132
Raising the Convertible Top	136
The Instrument Panel Your Information System	138
Instrument Panel Cluster	140
Speedometer and Odometer	141
Tachometer	141
Warning Lights, Gages and Messages	142
Safety Belt Reminder Light	142
Air Bag Readiness Light	143
Air Bag Off Light	144
Voltmeter	145
Brake System Warning Light	146
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	147
Traction Control System (TCS) Light	147
Active Handling System Light	148
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	149
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)	149
If the Light Is Flashing	150
If the Light Is On Steady	151
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	152
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	152
Security Light	153
Check Gages Warning Light	153
Fuel Gage	154
Driver Information Center (DIC)	155
DIC Controls and Displays	156
Odometer	159
Trip Odometers	159
Miles Since Last Ignition Feature	160
Elapsed Time	160
Average Speed	160
Engine Oil Life	160
Twilight (Optional, Standard in Canada)	161
Lock and Arm	162
Alarm	162
Approach Lights	163
Auto Lock	163
Auto Unlock	163
Easy Entry	164
Languages	164
Blank Page	164
DIC Warnings and Messages	165
Other Messages	174
Head-Up Display (Option)	175
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	179
Comfort Controls	180
Manual Comfort Controls	180
Fan Knob	180
Temperature Knob	180
Mode Knob	180
Mode Buttons	181
Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control System (Option)	182
Digital Display	182
Driver Set Temperature Knob	182
Passenger Temperature Offset	183
Automatic Operation	183
A Typical Cold Weather Example:	183
A Typical Hot Weather Example:	184
Manual Settings	184
Function Buttons	185
Sensors	187
Solar Load Sensor	187
Outside Air Temperature Sensor	188
Inside Temperature Sensor	188
Air Conditioning	188
Heating	189
Defogging and Defrosting	189
Rear Window Defogger	189
Ventilation System	190
Ventilation Tips	190
Audio Systems	190
Setting the Clock	190
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control	191
Playing the Radio	191
Finding a Station	191
Setting the Tone	192
Adjusting the Speakers	193
Playing a Cassette Tape	193
CD Adapter Kits	195
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (Option)	196
Playing the Radio	196
Finding a Station	196
Setting the Tone	197
Adjusting the Speakers	198
Playing a Compact Disc	199
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option)	200
Operating the Trunk- Mounted CD Changer with the AM- FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control	202
Operating the Trunk- Mounted CD Changer with the AM- FM Stereo with CD Player and Automatic Tone Control	203
Compact Disc Changer Errors	204
Theft-Deterrent Feature	205
Activating the Theft- Deterrent Feature	205
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss	206
Disabling the Theft- Deterrent Feature	206
Understanding Radio Reception	207
AM	207
FM Stereo	207
Tips About Your Audio System	207
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	208
Care of Your Compact Discs	209
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	209
Fixed Mast Antenna (Z06)	209
Power Antenna Mast Care (Convertible)	210
Integrated Windshield and Rear Window Antennas (Coupe)	210
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	211
Defensive Driving	212
Drunken Driving	213
Control of a Vehicle	216
Braking	216
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)	217
Using Anti- Lock	219
Braking in Emergencies	219
Traction Control System (TCS)	219
Active Handling System	221
Competitive Driving Mode	222
Steering	222
Power Steering	222
Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering	222
Steering Tips	222
Driving on Curves	222
Steering in Emergencies	223
Off-Road Recovery	224
Passing	225
Loss of Control	226
Skidding	226
Driving at Night	227
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	229
Hydroplaning	230
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	231
Driving Through Flowing Water	231
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	231
City Driving	232
Freeway Driving	233
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	234
Highway Hypnosis	235
Hill and Mountain Roads	235
Winter Driving	237
Driving on Snow or Ice	238
If You re Caught in a Blizzard	239
Recreational Vehicle Towing	241
Loading Your Vehicle	242
Towing a Trailer	243
Section 5 Problems on the Road	244
Hazard Warning Flashers	245
Other Warning Devices	245
Jump Starting	246
Towing Your Vehicle	251
Engine Overheating	251
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	251
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	252
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	253
Cooling System	254
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank	256
If a Tire Goes Flat	261
Tire Inflator Kit (Z06 Models Only)	263
Tire Sealant	264
Air Compressor	264
Tire Inflator Kit Storage	267
To Stow the Tire Inflator Kit:	267
If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	269
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	269
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	270
Service	271
Doing Your Own Service Work	271
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	272
Fuel	272
Fuels in Foreign Countries	274
Filling Your Tank	274
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	278
Checking Things Under the Hood	278
Hood Release	279
Engine Compartment Overview	280
Engine Oil	281
Checking Engine Oil	281
When to Add Engine Oil	282
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	283
Engine Oil Additives	284
When to Change Engine Oil	285
How to Reset the Change Oil Soon Message	285
What to Do with Used Oil	285
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	286
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement	287
Automatic Transmission Fluid	288
How to Check	288
Manual Transmission Fluid	288
When to Check	288
How to Check	289
How to Add Fluid	290
Hydraulic Clutch	290
When to Check and What to Use	290
How to Check and Add Fluid	291
Rear Axle	291
When to Check Lubricant	291
How to Check Lubricant	291
What to Use	292
Engine Coolant	292
What to Use	293
Checking Coolant	294
Adding Coolant	295
Surge Tank Pressure Cap	295
Power Steering Fluid	295
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	295
How to Check Power Steering Fluid	296
What to Use	296
Windshield Washer Fluid	296
What to Use	296
Adding Washer Fluid	297
Brakes	298
Brake Fluid	298
Checking Brake Fluid	299
What to Add	299
Brake Wear	300
Brake Pedal Travel	300
Brake Adjustment	301
Replacing Brake System Parts	301
Battery	301
Vehicle Storage	302
Bulb Replacement	302
Halogen Bulbs	302
Headlamps	303
Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps	304
Back-Up Lamps	306
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	307
Tires	309
Extended Mobility Tires (Except ZO6 Models)	310
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	312
When to Check	312
How to Check	313
Tire Pressure Monitor (If Equipped)	313
Tire Rotation	315
When It s Time for New Tires	315
Buying New Tires	315
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	317
Treadwear	317
Traction AA, A, B, C	317
Temperature A, B, C	318
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	318
Wheel Replacement	319
Used Replacement Wheels	321
Using the Wheel Lock Key	321
Tire Chains	322
Lifting Your Corvette	322
Lifting From the Front	324
Lifting From the Rear	325
Appearance Care	326
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	326
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	326
Cleaning Coated Moldings	327
Cleaning Leather	327
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	327
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	327
Cleaning the Security Shade and Convenience Net	327
Care of Safety Belts	328
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	328
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades	328
Weatherstrips	329
Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel	329
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	329
Washing Your Vehicle	329
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	330
Finish Care	330
Cleaning Your Convertible Top	331
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels	331
Cleaning Tires	332
Finish Damage	332
Magnesium Wheel Finish	332
Underbody Maintenance	332
Titanium Exhaust System (Z06 Model)	333
Fiberglass Springs	333
Chemical Paint Spotting	333
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	334
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	335
Engine Identification	335
Service Parts Identification Label	335
Electrical System	336
Add-On Electrical Equipment	336
Accessory Power Plug	336
Headlamps	337
Windshield Wipers	338
Power Windows and Other Power Options	338
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	338
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	338
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	341
Replacement Bulbs	343
Capacities and Specifications	344
Engine Specifications	345
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	345
Vehicle Dimensions	346
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Routing	346
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	347
Introduction	348
Your Vehicle and the Environment	348
Maintenance Requirements	348
How This Section is Organized	349
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	350
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	350
Scheduled Maintenance	351
Footnotes	351
Scheduled Maintenance	352
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance	352
Scheduled Maintenance	353
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	359
At Each Fuel Fill	359
Engine Oil Level Check	359
Engine Coolant Level Check	359
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check	359
At Least Once a Month	359
Tire Inflation Check	359
Cassette Deck Service	359
Power Antenna Service	359
At Least Twice a Year	360
Restraint System Check	360
Wiper Blade Check	360
Weatherstrip Lubrication	360
Manual Transmission Check	360
Automatic Transmission Inspection	360
At Least Once a Year	360
Key Lock Cylinders Service	360
Body Lubrication Service	360
Starter Switch Check	361
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check	361
Ignition Automatic Transmission Lock Check	362
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check	362
Underbody Flushing Service	362
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	363
Steering and Suspension Inspection	363
Tire and Wheel Inspection	363
Exhaust System Inspection	363
Engine Cooling System Inspection	364
Rear Axle Service	364
Brake System Inspection	364
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	365
Part E: Maintenance Record	367
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information	371
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	372
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	374
Customer Assistance Offices	374
United States	374
Canada	375
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)	375
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	375
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program	376
Canadian Roadside Assistance	377
Courtesy Transportation	378
Plan Ahead When Possible	378
Transportation Options	378
Shuttle Service	378
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement	378
Courtesy Rental Vehicle	379
Additional Program Information	379
Warranty Information	379
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT	380
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT	380