1997 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 127

Engine Oil Pressure Gage The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) or W a (kilopascals) when the engineis running. The engine oil pressure can also be displayed usingthe GAGES button on the DIC. See "Driver Information Center" in the Index. I / CAUTION: A Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do,your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could beburned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi (140 to 550 Wa). (In certain situations such as long, extended idles on hot days, it could read as low as 6 psi (40 kPa) and still be considered normal.) It may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the shaded area show the normal operating range. Readings in the shaded area tell you that the engine is low on oil,or that you might have someother oil problem. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. I NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil by problems can be costlyand is not covered your warranty. 2-78