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4. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is displayed, wait 15 seconds before trying again to let the cranking motor cool down. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor while cranking for up to 15 seconds maximum. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, let go of the accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, repeat these steps. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by pressing the START button immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. Once cranking has been initiated, the engine continues cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start, cranking automatically stops after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle. If electrical parts or accessories are added, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, the engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Stopping the Engine If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, move the shift lever to P (Park) and press and hold the Acc. (Off/Accessory) button, located on the instrument panel, until the engine shuts off. If the shift lever is not in P (Park), the engine shuts off and the vehicle goes into the Accessory Mode. The DIC displays SHIFT TO PARK. Once the shifter is moved to P (Park), the vehicle turns off. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it is recommended that you move the shift lever to R (Reverse) and set the parking brake after you turn off the engine by pressing the Acc. (Off/Accessory) button. If the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle when it is turned to off, the DIC displays NO FOB - OFF OR RUN?. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for more information. 2-25

Section	Page
2009 Chevrolet Corvette BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint System	5
Front Seats	6
Manual Seats	6
Power Seats	7
Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters	7
Heated Seats	8
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel	8
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Seatback Latches	12
Safety Belts	13
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	13
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	18
Lap-Shoulder Belt	26
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	28
Safety Belt Extender	29
Child Restraints	29
Older Children	29
Infants and Young Children	33
Child Restraint Systems	37
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (Coupe and Convertible Models Only)	39
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (Z06 and ZR1 Models Only)	40
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	44
Airbag System	48
Where Are the Airbags?	50
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	52
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	53
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	53
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	54
Passenger Sensing System	55
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	60
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	60
Restraint System Check	62
Checking the Restraint Systems	62
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	63
Features and Controls	65
Keys	67
Keyless Access System	68
Keyless Access System Operation	69
Doors and Locks	74
Door Locks	74
Power Door Locks	76
Automatic Door Lock	77
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock	77
Lockout Protection	77
Hatch	78
Windows	80
Power Windows	81
Sun Visors	82
Theft-Deterrent Systems	82
Theft-Deterrent System	82
Immobilizer	84
Immobilizer Operation	84
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	85
New Vehicle Break-In	85
Front Air Dam	86
Ignition Positions	87
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	88
Starting the Engine	88
Automatic Transmission Operation	90
Manual Transmission Operation	94
Parking Brake	96
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)	97
Shifting Out of Park	98
Parking the Vehicle (Manual Transmission)	99
Parking Over Things That Burn	99
Engine Exhaust	100
Running the Vehicle While Parked	101
Mirrors	102
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	102
Compass	102
Outside Power Mirrors	104
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror	104
Outside Convex Mirror	104
Outside Heated Mirrors	105
OnStar® System	105
Universal Home Remote System	108
Universal Home Remote System Operation	109
Storage Areas	116
Glove Box	116
Cupholders	116
Center Console Storage	116
Floor Mats	117
Rear Storage Area	117
Convenience Net	119
Cargo Cover	119
Roof Panel	121
Removing the Roof Panel	121
Storing the Roof Panel	124
Installing the Roof Panel	125
Convertible Top	126
Convertible Top (Manual)	126
Convertible Top (Power)	133
Instrument Panel	139
Instrument Panel Overview	142
Hazard Warning Flashers	144
Horn	144
Tilt Wheel	144
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	145
Turn and Lane-Change Signals (Auto Signal)	146
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	146
Flash-to-Pass	146
Windshield Wipers	147
Windshield Washer	148
Cruise Control	148
Exterior Lamps	152
Wiper Activated Headlamps	153
Headlamps on Reminder	153
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	154
Fog Lamps	155
Twilight Sentinel®	155
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	156
Instrument Panel Brightness	157
Courtesy Lamps	157
Entry/Exit Lighting	157
Reading Lamps	157
Battery Run-Down Protection	157
Head-Up Display (HUD)	158
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	162
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	163
Climate Controls	163
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	163
Outlet Adjustment	168
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	169
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	170
Instrument Panel Cluster	171
Speedometer and Odometer	173
Tachometer	173
Safety Belt Reminders	173
Airbag Readiness Light	174
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	175
Voltmeter Gage	176
One-to-Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission)	177
Brake System Warning Light	178
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	179
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light	179
Active Handling System Light	180
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	181
Tire Pressure Light	181
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	182
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	185
Security Light	186
Fog Lamp Light	186
Lights On Reminder	186
Highbeam On Light	186
Fuel Gage	187
Boost Gage (ZR1 Only)	188
Driver Information Center (DIC)	188
DIC Operation and Displays	188
DIC Warnings and Messages	194
Other Messages	210
DIC Vehicle Personalization	211
Audio System(s)	220
Setting the Clock	220
Radio(s)	221
Using an MP3	232
XM Radio Messages	234
Navigation/Radio System	235
Bluetooth®	235
Theft-Deterrent Feature	245
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	246
Radio Reception	247
Diversity Antenna System	248
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	248
Driving Your Vehicle	249
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	250
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	250
Defensive Driving	250
Drunk Driving	251
Control of a Vehicle	251
Braking	252
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	253
Braking in Emergencies	253
Traction Control System (TCS)	254
Active Handling System	255
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	257
Selective Ride Control	257
Steering	258
Off-Road Recovery	260
Passing	260
Loss of Control	260
Racing or Other Competitive Driving	262
ZR1 Brake Burnish Procedure	263
Driving at Night	264
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	265
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	266
Highway Hypnosis	266
Hill and Mountain Roads	267
Winter Driving	268
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	270
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	270
Loading the Vehicle	271
Towing	276
Towing Your Vehicle	276
Recreational Vehicle Towing	276
Towing a Trailer	276
Service and Appearance Care	277
Service	279
Accessories and Modifications	279
California Proposition 65 Warning	280
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	280
Doing Your Own Service Work	280
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	281
Fuel	281
Gasoline Octane	281
Gasoline Specifications	282
California Fuel	282
Additives	283
Fuels in Foreign Countries	284
Filling the Tank	284
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	287
Checking Things Under the Hood	288
Hood Release	289
Engine Compartment Overview	290
Engine Oil	295
Engine Oil Life System	302
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	304
Automatic Transmission Fluid	307
Manual Transmission Fluid	307
Hydraulic Clutch	307
Cooling System (Engine)	308
Cooling System (Intercooler)	309
Engine Coolant	310
Engine Overheating	315
Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating Mode	317
Power Steering Fluid	317
Windshield Washer Fluid	318
Brakes	319
Battery	325
Jump Starting	326
Rear Axle	330
Headlamp Aiming	331
Bulb Replacement	332
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	332
Halogen Bulbs	332
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps	333
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	334
Replacement Bulbs	335
Windshield Replacement	335
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	335
Tires	338
Winter Tires	339
Tire Sidewall Labeling	340
Tire Terminology and Definitions	342
Run-Flat Tires	345
Inflation - Tire Pressure	347
High-Speed Operation	348
Tire Pressure Monitor System	349
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	351
Tire Inspection and Rotation	353
When It Is Time for New Tires	353
Buying New Tires	354
Different Size Tires and Wheels	356
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	356
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	358
Wheel Replacement	358
Tire Chains	361
Lifting the Vehicle	362
If a Tire Goes Flat	366
Appearance Care	367
Interior Cleaning	367
Fabric/Carpet	369
Coated Moldings	370
Leather	370
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	370
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net	370
Care of Safety Belts	371
Weatherstrips	371
Washing Your Vehicle	371
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	372
Finish Care	372
Windshield and Wiper Blades	373
Removable Roof Panel	374
Convertible Top	374
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	375
Tires	376
Finish Damage	376
Underbody Maintenance	376
Fiberglass Springs (Composite Springs)	376
Chemical Paint Spotting	377
Vehicle Identification	377
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	377
Service Parts Identification Label	378
Electrical System	378
Add-On Electrical Equipment	378
Headlamp Wiring	378
Windshield Wiper Fuses	379
Power Windows and Other Power Options	379
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	379
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	379
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	382
Capacities and Specifications	386
Maintenance Schedule	389
Maintenance Schedule	390
Introduction	390
Maintenance Requirements	390
Your Vehicle and the Environment	390
Using the Maintenance Schedule	390
Scheduled Maintenance	392
Additional Required Services	394
Maintenance Footnotes	395
Owner Checks and Services	397
At Each Fuel Fill	397
At Least Once a Month	397
At Least Once a Year	398
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	400
Maintenance Replacement Parts	402
Engine Drive Belt Routing	403
Maintenance Record	404
Customer Assistance Information	407
Customer Assistance and Information	408
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	408
Online Owner Center	411
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	412
Customer Assistance Offices	412
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	413
Roadside Assistance Program	413
Scheduling Service Appointments	416
Courtesy Transportation Program	417
Collision Damage Repair	418
Reporting Safety Defects	421
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	421
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	422
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	422
Service Publications Ordering Information	422
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	423
Event Data Recorders	424
OnStar®	425
Navigation System	425
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	425

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4. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is

displayed, wait 15 seconds before trying again to let

the cranking motor cool down.

If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,

especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or

18°C),

it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try

pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor

while cranking for up to 15 seconds maximum. Wait

at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the

cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts,

let go of the accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly

but then stops again, repeat these steps. This clears

the extra gasoline from the engine.

Notice:

Cranking the engine for long periods of

time, by pressing the START button immediately

after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage

the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at

least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the

cranking motor to cool down.

The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking

System. This feature assists in starting the engine and

protects components. Once cranking has been initiated,

the engine continues cranking for a few seconds or until

the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start, cranking

automatically stops after 15 seconds to prevent cranking

motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this system

also prevents cranking if the engine is already running.

Notice:

The engine is designed to work with

the electronics in the vehicle. If electrical parts or

accessories are added, you could change the way the

engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,

check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, the

engine might not perform properly. Any resulting

damage would not be covered by the vehicle

warranty.

Stopping the Engine

If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, move

the shift lever to P (Park) and press and hold the Acc.

(Off/Accessory) button, located on the instrument panel,

until the engine shuts off. If the shift lever is not in

P (Park), the engine shuts off and the vehicle goes

into the Accessory Mode. The DIC displays SHIFT TO

PARK. Once the shifter is moved to P (Park), the vehicle

turns off. If the vehicle has a manual transmission,

it is recommended that you move the shift lever to

R (Reverse) and set the parking brake after you turn off

the engine by pressing the Acc. (Off/Accessory) button.

If the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside

the vehicle when it is turned to off, the DIC displays

NO FOB – OFF OR RUN?.

See

DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56

for

more information.

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