1996 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 55

Theft Parking atNight Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out sight. of Put them in a storagearea, or take them with you. 1 Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Corvette has a number of theft-deterrent features, we,know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it's bestto lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? Put your valuables in a storage area, like your rear storage compartment or center console. Lock the rear storage compartment and center console. Lock all the doors except the driver's. Then take the door key with you. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an easy target for joyriders or professionalthieves -- so don't do it. . ' When you park your Corvette and open the driver's door, you'll hear a tonereminding you to remove your key from theignition and take it with you. Alwaysdo this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission. And remember to lock the doors. 2-12