Home » Chevrolet Manuals » 2000 Chevrolet Corvette » Manual Viewer

2000 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 294

2000 Chevrolet Corvette Manual

Get 2000 Chevrolet Corvette PDF manuals and user guides

View all 2000 Chevrolet Corvette manuals

Page 294 highlights

NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. How to Check With the Tire Pressure Monitor, you can check tire inflation pressures while driving. After you've reached a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or more, press and release the GAGES button on the Driver Information Center (DIC) until the front tire pressures are displayed. Then, press and release the GAGES button for the rear tire pressures. If the display doesn't show tire pressure, or if the SERVICE TIRE MON SYS message appears, see your dealer for service. Tire Rotation The tires on your vehicle are different sizes front to rear. Due to this, your tires should not be rotated. Each tire and wheel should be used only in the position it is in. 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 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. 6-45

Section	Page
2000 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual	1
	24
Seatback Latches	24
Safety Belts: They re for Everyone	25
Why Safety Belts Work	26
Here Are Questions Many People Ask	29
About Safety Belts	29
and the Answers	29
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	30
Adults	30
Driver Position	30
Lap-Shoulder Belt	30
Lap Belt Cinch Feature	32
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	37
Passenger Position	38
Air Bag System	38
How the Air Bag System Works	40
Where are the air bags?	40
When should an air bag inflate?	41
What makes an air bag inflate?	42
How does an air bag restrain?	42
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	42
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	44
Children	44
Smaller Children and Babies	44
Child Restraints	47
Top Strap	51
Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger Seat Position	52
Larger Children	55
Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems	57
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	58
Section 2 Features and Controls	59
Keys	60
Door Locks	62
Power Door Locks	63
Inadvertent Lockout Protection	63
Leaving Your Vehicle	63
Memory (Option)	63
Remote Keyless Entry System	65
Operation	66
Panic Alarm Button	67
RKE Settings	67
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle	67
Battery Replacement	68
Replacing the Battery in the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	69
Resynchronizing Your Transmitter	69
Hatch/Trunk Lid Release	70
Theft	73
Key in the Ignition	73
Parking at Night	73
Parking Lots	73
Theft-Deterrent System	73
Arming the System	74
Testing the Alarm	74
Disarming the System	74
PASS-Key	75
New Vehicle “Break-In” Front Air Dam	76
Ignition Switch	76
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	78
Starting Your Engine	78
Automatic Transmission	78
Manual Transmission	78
Starter Interlock Feature	79
Racing or Other Competitive Driving	80
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)	80
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	81
Automatic Transmission Operation	82
Manual Transmission Operation	85
Speed	85
Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission)	86
One to Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission)	87
Downshifting (Manual Transmission)	88
Parking Brake	89
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)	90
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Only)	91
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)	91
Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission)	92
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)	92
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust	93
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission)	94
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	94
Selective Real Time Damping (SRTD) (Option)	95
Windows	96
Power Windows	96
Express- Down Windows	96
Horn	96
Tilt Wheel	97
Telescopic Steering Wheel (Option)	97
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	98
Turn and Lane Change Signals	98
Turn Signal on Chime	99
Headlamps	99
Headlamp Doors	99
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	100
Lamps on Reminder	100
Flash-to-Pass Feature	100
Windshield Wipers	101
Windshield Washer Cruise Control	102
Setting Cruise Control	103
Resuming a Set Speed	104
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	104
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	104
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	104
Using Cruise Control on Hills	105
Ending Cruise Control	105
Erasing Speed Memory	105
Exterior Lamps	105
Daytime Running Lamps	105
Fog Lamps (Option) Twilight Sentinel	106
Automatic Lamp	106
Control (Optional, Standard in Canada)	106
Interior Lamps	107
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	107
Parade Mode	107
Courtesy Lamps	108
Exit and Entry Lighting	108
Reading Lamps	108
Inadvertent Load Control	109
Mirrors	109
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror	109
Power/Heated Remote Control Mirrors	109
Convex Outside Mirror	110
Storage Compartments	110
Instrument Panel Cupholder	110
Center Console Storage	110
Security Shade (Option)	111
Using the Security Shade	111
Rear Storage Compartments	111
Convenience Net (Option)	113
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter	113
Sun Visors	113
Visor Vanity Mirrors	113
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors (Option)	114
Accessory Power Outlet	114
Floor Mats (Option)	114
How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats	114
Roof Panel (Option)	115
Removing the Roof Panel	115
Storing the Roof Panel	118
Installing the Roof Panel	120
Convertible Top (Option)	121
Lowering the Convertible Top	122
Raising the Convertible Top	126
The Instrument Panel	128
Your Information System	128
Instrument Panel Cluster	130
Speedometer and Odometer	131
Tachometer	131
Warning Lights, Gages and Messages	131
Safety Belt Reminder Light	132
Air Bag Readiness Light	132
Voltmeter	133
Brake System Warning Light	134
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Traction Control System (TCS) Light	135
Active Handling System Light	136
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)	137
If the Light Is Flashing	138
If the Light Is On Steady	139
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	140
Engine Oil Pressure Gage	140
Security Light	141
Check Gages Warning Light	141
Fuel Gage	142
Head-Up Display (Option)	143
Driver Information Center (DIC)	146
DIC Controls and Displays	147
FUEL	147
GAGES	148
TRIP	149
Odometer	150
Trip Odometers	150
Miles Since Last Ignition Feature	150
Elapsed Time	150
Average Speed	151
Engine Oil Life	151
OPTIONS	151
Twilight	152
Lock and Arm	152
Alarm	153
Approach Lights	153
Auto Lock	153
Auto Unlock	154
Easy Entry	154
Languages	154
Blank Page	155
DIC Warnings and Messages	155
Other Messages	165
NOTES	166
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	167
Comfort Controls	168
Manual Comfort Controls	168
Fan Knob	168
Temperature Knob	168
Mode Knob	168
Mode Buttons	169
Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control System (If Equipped)	170
Digital Display	170
Driver Set Temperature Knob	170
Passenger Temperature Offset	171
Automatic Operation	171
A Typical Cold Weather Example:	171
A Typical Hot Weather Example:	172
Manual Settings	172
Function Buttons	173
Sensors	175
Solar Load Sensor	175
Outside Air Temperature Sensor	175
Inside Temperature Sensor	176
Air Conditioning	176
Heating Defogging and Defrosting	177
Rear Window Defogger	177
Ventilation System	178
Ventilation Tips	178
Audio Systems	178
Setting the Clock	178
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control	179
Playing the Radio	179
Finding a Station	180
Setting the Tone Adjusting the Speakers	181
Playing a Cassette Tape	181
CD Adapter Kits	183
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	184
Playing the Radio	184
Finding a Station	185
Setting the Tone Adjusting the Speakers	186
Playing a Compact Disc	186
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped)	188
Compact Disc Changer Errors	191
Theft-Deterrent Feature	192
Activating the Theft- Deterrent Feature	192
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss	193
Disabling the Theft- Deterrent Feature	193
Understanding Radio Reception	194
AM	194
FM Stereo	194
Tips About Your Audio System	194
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	195
Care of Your Compact Discs	196
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	196
Fixed Mast Antenna	196
Power Antenna Mast Care (If Equipped)	196
Integrated Windshield and Rear Window Antennas (If Equipped)	197
NOTES	198
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	199
Defensive Driving	200
Drunken Driving	201
Control of a Vehicle Braking	204
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)	205
Using Anti- Lock	207
Braking in Emergencies	207
Traction Control System (TCS)	207
Active Handling System (Option)	209
Competitive Driving Mode	210
Steering	210
Power Steering	210
Magnasteer	210
Steering Tips	210
Driving on Curves	210
Steering in Emergencies	211
Off-Road Recovery	212
Passing	213
Loss of Control	214
Skidding	214
Driving at Night	215
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	217
Hydroplaning	218
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	219
Driving Through Flowing Water	219
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	219
City Driving	220
Freeway Driving	221
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	222
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads	223
Winter Driving	225
Driving on Snow or Ice	226
If You re Caught in a Blizzard	227
Recreational Vehicle Towing	229
Loading Your Vehicle	230
Towing a Trailer	231
Section 5 Problems on the Road	232
Hazard Warning Flashers	233
Other Warning Devices	233
Jump Starting	234
Towing Your Vehicle	239
Engine Overheating	239
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	239
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	240
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	241
Cooling System	242
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank	244
If a Tire Goes Flat If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud,	248
Ice or Snow	248
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	249
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	250
Service	251
Doing Your Own Service Work	251
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	252
Fuel	252
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank	254
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood	258
Hood Release	259
Engine Oil	261
Checking Engine Oil	261
When to Add Engine Oil	262
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	263
Engine Oil Additives	264
When to Change Engine Oil How to Reset the Change Oil Soon Message	265
What to Do with Used Oil	265
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	266
Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement	267
Automatic Transmission Fluid	268
How to Check	268
Manual Transmission Fluid	268
When to Check	268
How to Check	269
How to Add Fluid	270
Hydraulic Clutch	270
When to Check and What to Use	270
How to Check and Add Fluid	271
Rear Axle	271
When to Check Lubricant	271
How to Check Lubricant	271
What to Use	272
Engine Coolant	272
What to Use	273
Checking Coolant	274
Adding Coolant	275
Surge Tank Pressure Cap	275
Power Steering Fluid	275
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	275
How to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use	276
Windshield Washer Fluid	276
What to Use	276
Adding Washer Fluid	277
Brakes	278
Brake Fluid	278
Checking Brake Fluid	279
What to Add	279
Brake Wear	280
Brake Pedal Travel	280
Brake Adjustment	280
Replacing Brake System Parts	281
Battery	281
Vehicle Storage	281
Bulb Replacement	282
Halogen Bulbs	282
Headlamps	282
Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps	284
Back-Up Lamps	286
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	286
Tires	289
Extended Mobility Tires	290
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	293
When to Check	294
How to Check	294
Tire Rotation	294
When It s Time for New Tires	294
Buying New Tires	295
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	296
Treadwear	297
Traction	297
AA, A, B, C	297
Temperature	297
A, B, C	297
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	298
Wheel Replacement	298
Used Replacement Wheels	300
Using the Wheel Lock Key	300
Tire Chains	301
Lifting Your Corvette	301
Lifting From the Front	303
Lifting From the Rear	304
Appearance Care	305
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	305
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	305
Cleaning Coated Moldings	306
Cleaning Leather	306
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	306
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	306
Cleaning the Security Shade and Convenience Net	307
Care of Safety Belts	307
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	307
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades	307
Weatherstrips	308
Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel	308
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	309
Washing Your Vehicle	309
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	309
Finish Care	309
Cleaning Your Convertible Top	310
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Cleaning Tires	311
Finish Damage	311
Magnesium Wheel Finish	312
Underbody Maintenance	312
Fiberglass Springs	312
Chemical Paint Spotting	312
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	313
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	314
Engine Identification	314
Service Parts Identification Label	314
Electrical System	315
Add-On Electrical Equipment	315
Accessory Power Plug	315
Headlamps	316
Windshield Wipers	316
Power Windows and Other Power Options	316
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	317
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	317
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	320
Replacement Bulbs	322
Capacities and Specifications	323
Engine Specifications	323
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	324
Vehicle Dimensions	324
Engine Power Curves Engine Accessory Drive Belt Routing	325
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	326
Introduction	327
Your Vehicle and the Environment	327
Maintenance Requirements	327
How This Section is Organized	328
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	329
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	329
Scheduled Maintenance	330
Footnotes	330
Scheduled Maintenance	331
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance	331
Scheduled Maintenance	332
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	338
At Each Fuel Fill	338
Engine Oil Level Check	338
Engine Coolant Level Check	338
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check	338
At Least Once a Month	338
Tire Inflation Check	338
Cassette Deck Service	338
Power Antenna Service	338
At Least Twice a Year	339
Restraint System Check	339
Wiper Blade Check	339
Weatherstrip Lubrication	339
Manual Transmission Check	339
Automatic Transmission Inspection	339
At Least Once a Year	339
Key Lock Cylinders Service	339
Body Lubrication Service	339
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check	340
Ignition Automatic Transmission Lock Check	341
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check	341
Underbody Flushing Service	341
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	342
Steering and Suspension Inspection	342
Tire and Wheel Inspection	342
Exhaust System Inspection	342
Engine Cooling System Inspection	343
Rear Axle Service	343
Brake System Inspection	343
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	344
Part E: Maintenance Record	346
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information	348
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	349
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	351
Customer Assistance Offices	351
United States	351
Canada	352
All Overseas Locations	352
Caribbean Numbers	352
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	352
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program	353
Canadian Roadside Assistance	354
Courtesy Transportation	355
Plan Ahead When Possible	355
Transportation Options	355
Shuttle Service	355
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement	355
Courtesy Rental Vehicle	356
Additional Program Information	356
Warranty Information	356
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT	357
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT	357
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS Ordering Owner Publications in Canada	358