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Driving and Operating to the Keyless Access system. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle must be in ON/RUN and the brake pedal must be applied. Stopping the Engine/OFF (No Indicator Lights): When the vehicle is stopped, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to turn the engine off. If the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will turn off, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-22. Automatic Transmission If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition will return to ACC/ ACCESSORY and display a message in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Transmission Messages on page 5-40. When the vehicle is shifted into P (Park), the ignition system will switch to OFF. Manual Transmission If the vehicle is stationary, the ignition will turn OFF, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-22. Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving. This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency: 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can be done while the vehicle is moving. After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location. 9-19 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift to P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with a manual transmission. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 4. Set the parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake on page 9-34. { Warning Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. While driving, only shut the vehicle off in an emergency. If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, and must be shut off while driving, press and hold the ENGINE START/ STOP button for longer than two seconds, or press twice within five seconds.

Section	Page
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	11
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	13
Windows	14
Seat Adjustment	14
Memory Features	15
Heated and Ventilated Seats	16
Safety Belts	17
Passenger Sensing System	17
Mirror Adjustment	17
Steering Wheel Adjustment	18
Interior Lighting	19
Exterior Lighting	19
Windshield Wiper/Washer	20
Climate Controls	21
Transmission	22
Vehicle Features	23
Steering Wheel Controls	23
Cruise Control	23
Infotainment System	23
Driver Information Center (DIC)	23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	24
Power Outlets	24
Universal Remote System	24
Roof Panel	24
Convertible	25
Performance and Maintenance	25
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	25
Tire Pressure Monitor	25
Performance Vehicle Features	26
Engine Oil Life System	27
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	27
Roadside Assistance Program	28
OnStar®	28
Keys, Doors, and Windows	29
Keys and Locks	29
Keys	29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	31
Remote Vehicle Start	37
Door Locks	39
Power Door Locks	40
Delayed Locking	41
Automatic Door Locks	41
Lockout Protection	42
Doors	42
Hatch (Trunk)	42
Vehicle Security	44
Vehicle Alarm System	44
Immobilizer	46
Immobilizer Operation	46
Exterior Mirrors	47
Convex Mirrors	47
Power Mirrors	47
Folding Mirrors	48
Heated Mirrors	48
Automatic Dimming Mirror	48
Reverse Tilt Mirrors	48
Interior Mirrors	48
Interior Rearview Mirrors	48
Manual Rearview Mirror	48
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	49
Windows	49
Power Windows	49
Sun Visors	51
Roof	51
Roof Panel	51
Convertible Top	55
Seats and Restraints	61
Head Restraints	62
Front Seats	62
Power Seat Adjustment	62
Lumbar Adjustment	63
Reclining Seatbacks	63
Memory Seats	64
Seatback Latches	66
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats	67
Safety Belts	68
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	70
Lap-Shoulder Belt	71
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	73
Safety Belt Extender	73
Safety System Check	74
Safety Belt Care	74
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	74
Airbag System	75
Where Are the Airbags?	77
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	78
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	79
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	79
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	79
Passenger Sensing System	80
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	85
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	85
Airbag System Check	86
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	86
Child Restraints	87
Older Children	87
Infants and Young Children	88
Child Restraint Systems	91
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	93
Securing Child Restraints	93
Storage	97
Storage Compartments	97
Instrument Panel Storage	97
Glove Box	98
Cupholders	98
Rear Storage	98
Center Console Storage	99
Additional Storage Features	100
Cargo Cover	100
Convenience Net	101
Instruments and Controls	103
Controls	104
Steering Wheel Adjustment	104
Steering Wheel Controls	104
Horn	104
Windshield Wiper/Washer	104
Compass	105
Clock	106
Power Outlets	106
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	108
Instrument Cluster	109
Speedometer	113
Odometer	113
Trip Odometer	113
Tachometer	113
Fuel Gauge	113
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	114
Safety Belt Reminders	114
Airbag Readiness Light	115
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	116
Charging System Light	117
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	117
Brake System Warning Light	119
Electric Parking Brake Light	120
Service Electric Parking Brake Light	120
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	121
Traction Off Light	121
StabiliTrak® OFF Light	122
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	122
Tire Pressure Light	122
Engine Oil Pressure Light	123
Low Fuel Warning Light	123
Security Light	124
High-Beam On Light	124
Lamps On Reminder	124
Cruise Control Light	124
Door Ajar Light	125
Information Displays	125
Driver Information Center (DIC)	125
Head-Up Display (HUD)	127
Vehicle Messages	132
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	133
Brake System Messages	133
Compass Messages	133
Convertible Top Messages	133
Cruise Control Messages	135
Door Ajar Messages	135
Engine Cooling System Messages	135
Engine Oil Messages	136
Engine Power Messages	137
Fuel System Messages	137
Key and Lock Messages	137
Lamp Messages	137
Ride Control System Messages	138
Airbag System Messages	140
Security Messages	140
Service Vehicle Messages	140
Starting the Vehicle Messages	141
Tire Messages	141
Transmission Messages	142
Vehicle Reminder Messages	142
Vehicle Speed Messages	143
Washer Fluid Messages	143
Window Messages	143
Vehicle Personalization	143
Universal Remote System	149
Universal Remote System Programming	149
Universal Remote System Operation	152
Lighting	153
Exterior Lighting	153
Exterior Lamp Controls	153
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder	154
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	154
Flash-to-Pass	154
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	154
Automatic Headlamp System	155
Hazard Warning Flashers	156
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	157
Interior Lighting	157
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	157
Courtesy Lamps	158
Reading Lamps	158
Lighting Features	158
Entry Lighting	158
Exit Lighting	159
Battery Power Protection	159
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver	159
Infotainment System	161
Introduction	161
Infotainment	161
Climate Controls	163
Climate Control Systems	163
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	163
Air Vents	167
Maintenance	167
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	167
Driving and Operating	169
Driving Information	170
Distracted Driving	170
Defensive Driving	171
Drunk Driving	171
Control of a Vehicle	171
Steering	171
Off-Road Recovery	172
Loss of Control	172
Track Events and Competitive Driving	173
Driving on Wet Roads	177
Highway Hypnosis	178
Hill and Mountain Roads	178
Winter Driving	179
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	180
Vehicle Load Limits	181
Starting and Operating	185
New Vehicle Break-In	185
Front Air Dam	186
Ignition Positions	186
Starting the Engine	188
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	190
Shifting Into Park	191
Shifting out of Park	192
Parking (Manual Transmission)	192
Parking over Things That Burn	192
Active Fuel Management®	193
Engine Exhaust	193
Running the Vehicle While Parked	194
Automatic Transmission	194
Manual Mode	196
Manual Transmission	198
Active Rev Match	200
Brakes	201
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	201
Electric Parking Brake	202
Brake Assist	203
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	204
Ride Control Systems	204
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	204
Driver Mode Control	206
Competitive Driving Mode	210
Limited-Slip Differential (Except Z51)	214
Limited-Slip Differential (Z51 Only)	214
Cruise Control	214
Driver Assistance Systems	217
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	217
Fuel	219
Gasoline Specifications	220
California Fuel Requirements	220
Fuels in Foreign Countries	220
Fuel Additives	221
Filling the Tank	221
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	222
Trailer Towing	223
General Towing Information	223
Conversions and Add-Ons	223
Add-On Electrical Equipment	223
Vehicle Care	225
General Information	226
California Proposition 65 Warning	226
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	226
Accessories and Modifications	226
Lifting the Vehicle	227
Vehicle Checks	229
Doing Your Own Service Work	229
Hood	230
Engine Compartment Overview	231
Engine Oil	234
Engine Oil Life System	240
Automatic Transmission Fluid	241
Manual Transmission Fluid	241
Hydraulic Clutch	241
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	242
Cooling System (Engine)	244
Cooling System (Aero Panel)	245
Engine Coolant	246
Engine Overheating	249
Washer Fluid	250
Brakes	251
Brake Fluid	252
Battery	254
Rear Axle	255
Starter Switch Check	255
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	256
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	256
Wiper Blade Replacement	256
Windshield Replacement	257
Headlamp Aiming	257
Bulb Replacement	258
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	258
LED Lighting	258
License Plate Lamp	258
Replacement Bulbs	259
Electrical System	259
Electrical System Overload	259
Fuses	260
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	260
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	264
Wheels and Tires	267
Tires	267
Winter Tires	268
Run-Flat Tires	268
Low-Profile Tires	269
Summer Tires	270
Tire Sidewall Labeling	270
Tire Designations	271
Tire Terminology and Definitions	272
Tire Pressure	275
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation	276
Tire Pressure Monitor System	277
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	278
Tire Inspection	280
Tire Rotation	280
When It Is Time for New Tires	281
Buying New Tires	282
Different Size Tires and Wheels	284
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	284
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	286
Wheel Replacement	286
Tire Chains	288
If a Tire Goes Flat	288
Jump Starting	289
Towing the Vehicle	292
Recreational Vehicle Towing	292
Appearance Care	293
Exterior Care	293
Interior Care	298
Floor Mats	301
Service and Maintenance	303
General Information	303
Maintenance Schedule	305
Special Application Services	310
Additional Maintenance and Care	311
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	314
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	314
Maintenance Replacement Parts	316
Maintenance Records	317
Technical Data	319
Vehicle Identification	319
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	319
Service Parts Identification Label	319
Vehicle Data	320
Capacities and Specifications	320
Engine Drive Belt Routing	322
Customer Information	323
Customer Information	323
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	323
Customer Assistance Offices	325
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	326
Online Owner Center	326
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	327
Roadside Assistance Program	327
Scheduling Service Appointments	329
Courtesy Transportation Program	329
Collision Damage Repair	331
Service Publications Ordering Information	333
Reporting Safety Defects	334
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	334
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	335
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	335
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	335
Event Data Recorders	336
OnStar®	337
Infotainment System	337
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	337
Radio Frequency Statement	337
OnStar	339
OnStar Overview	339
OnStar Services	340
Emergency	340
Security	340
Navigation	341
Connections	342
Diagnostics	343
OnStar Additional Information	343
Index	349
Index_A	349
Index_B	349
Index_C	350
Index_D	351
Index_E	351
Index_F	352
Index_G	353
Index_H	353
Index_I	353
Index_J	353
Index_K	354
Index_L	354
Index_M	355
Index_N	355
Index_O	355
Index_P	356
Index_R	356
Index_S	357
Index_T	358
Index_U	359
Index_V	359

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Driving and Operating

9-19

to the Keyless Access system. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation on page 2-3

To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle

must be in ON/RUN and the brake

pedal must be applied.

Stopping the Engine/OFF (No

Indicator Lights):

When the

vehicle is stopped, press the

ENGINE START/STOP button once

to turn the engine off.

If the vehicle is in P (Park), the

ignition will turn off, and Retained

Accessory Power (RAP) will remain

active. See

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) on page 9-22

Automatic Transmission

If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the

ignition will return to ACC/

ACCESSORY and display a

message in the Driver Information

Center (DIC). See

Transmission

Messages on page 5-40

. When the

vehicle is shifted into P (Park), the

ignition system will switch to OFF.

Manual Transmission

If the vehicle is stationary, the

ignition will turn OFF, and Retained

Accessory Power (RAP) will remain

active. See

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) on page 9-22

Do not turn the engine off when the

vehicle is moving. This will cause a

loss of power assist in the brake

and steering systems and disable

the airbags.

If the vehicle must be shut off in an

emergency:

Brake using a firm and steady

pressure. Do not pump the

brakes repeatedly. This may

deplete power assist, requiring

increased brake pedal force.

Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).

This can be done while the

vehicle is moving. After shifting

to N (Neutral), firmly apply the

brakes and steer the vehicle to a

safe location.

Come to a complete stop. Shift

to P (Park) with an automatic

transmission, or Neutral with a

manual transmission. Turn the

ignition to LOCK/OFF.

Set the parking brake. See

Electric Parking Brake on

page 9-34

{

Warning

Turning off the vehicle while

moving may cause loss of power

assist in the brake and steering

systems and disable the airbags.

While driving, only shut the

vehicle off in an emergency.

If the vehicle cannot be pulled over,

and must be shut off while driving,

press and hold the ENGINE START/

STOP button for longer than

two seconds, or press twice within

five seconds.