Chevrolet 2006 Corvette Spezifikationen

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Safety Belts...

Heated SeatsIf your vehicle is equippedwith heated seats, thebuttons are located on thecenter console.There is one button for each seat. Each button h

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorWhen you are sitting in a comfortable driving position,adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind yourvehicle. Grip

Map LampsThe mirror has map lamps located at the bottom of themirror. To manually turn the lamps on or off, press thebutton next to each lamp.Compass

Compass VarianceCompass variance is the difference between earth’smagnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirroris not adjusted for compass v

Cleaning the MirrorWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similarmaterial dampened with glass cleaner. Do not sprayglass cleaner directly on t

Compass VarianceCompass variance is the difference between earth’smagnetic north and true geographic north. If not adjustedto account for compass vari

Compass CalibrationThe compass may need calibration if one of thefollowing occurs:• After approximately five seconds, the display doesnot show a compas

Both mirrors are heated to rid them of snow, ice, orcondensation. They will heat when the rear windowdefogger is turned on. See “Rear Window Defogger”

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and live advisorsto provide you with a wide ran

Directions and Connections®Plan•All Safe and Sound Plan Services• Driving Directions• RideAssist• Information and Convenience ServicesOnStar®Personal

The Universal Home Remote transmitter operates ona radio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.Th

{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there.Always push

Programming Universal Home RemoteFollow these steps to program up to three channels:1. Press and hold down the two outside UniversalHome Remote button

6. Locate in the garage, the garage door openerreceiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn”or “Smart” button. This can usually be foundwhere the han

Using Universal Home RemotePress and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remotebutton for at least half of a second. The indicator lightwill come on w

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open the glove box, lift up on the lever. The glovebox is lockable. The glove box has a light inside.Cupholder(s)There are tw

Rear Storage AreaThere are two rear storage compartments in the floor ofthe rear hatch/trunk area.Your vehicle will be equipped with two storagecompart

To install the rear trunk partition, secure the partitiononto the retainers located on the floor of the trunktowards the front of the compartment.Pull

Convenience NetIf your vehicle has this feature you will see it on theback wall of the rear area of the vehicle.Put small loads, like grocery bags, in

3. Grasp the loop at the rear center of the shade andwrap around the striker assembly.4. Push the loop to thetop of the striker(base plate).Roof Panel

Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges,the roof panel, paint and/or weather stripping may bedamaged. Always place the roof panel in the

The driver’s side handle moves toward the driver’sdoor. The passenger’s side handle moves towardthe passenger’s door.7. To unlock the rear ofthe roof

Seatback LatchesBoth seatbacks fold forward to give you access to therear area. To fold a seatback forward, lift this latch,which is located on top of

Storing the Roof Panel{CAUTION:If a roof panel is not stored properly, it couldbe thrown about the vehicle in a crash orsudden maneuver. People in the

Installing the Roof Panel{CAUTION:An improperly attached roof panel may fall intoor fly off the vehicle. You or others could beinjured. After installin

Convertible TopConvertible Top (Manual)For care and cleaning of the convertible top, seeConvertible Top on page 5-88 under “Service andAppearance Care

Notice: Leaving the convertible top down andexposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoorconditions may cause damage. Always closethe convertible t

5. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the convertibletop off of the windshield frame. Then lift upwardon the rear edge (B) of the convertible top so

After pressing the release button, the driver’sand passenger’s door glass should retract to thefull-down position.If the vehicle has lost battery powe

8. Push forward on the front edge (A) of the convertibletop to allow the rear edge (B) of the convertible top tobe moved to its full-down position.9.

Raising the Manual Convertible Top1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatictransmission into PARK (P) and set the parkingbrake. Shift a manual tr

7. Lift the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to itsfull-up position by first raising the front edge (A).8. Close the tonneau cover (C) by pushing i

Convertible Top (Power)For care and cleaning of the convertible top seeConvertible Top on page 5-88 under “Service andAppearance Care”. High pressure

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

Lowering the Power Convertible Top1. Park on a level surface. The vehicle must berunning or in ACC. Shift an automatic transmissioninto PARK (P) and s

4. Push and hold thebottom of the powerconvertible top button,located to the left of thesteering wheel, on theinstrument panel.The windows will automa

4. After the convertible top is completely raised,release the power convertible top button.5. Pull the convertible front top latch down and turn itcou

3. Locate the pressure release bolt on the front side ofthe hydraulic pump.4. Use the wrench, located in the glove box, andturn the pressure release b

Vehicle PersonalizationIn addition to the following features, your vehicle mayalso have features that can be programmed throughthe Driver Information

To recall a memory position, do one of the following:• If you have an automatic transmission vehicle,press and release the desired button 1 or 2 while

Easy Exit SeatTwo personalized exit positions can also be programmedto allow for an easy exit or entry into the vehicle. Thecontrols for this memory f

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-48DIC Controls and Displays ...3-48DIC Warnings and Messages ...

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In most states and all Canadian provinces, the law saysto wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work.You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do h

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-30.B. Head-Up Display Controls (If Equip

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull thelever toward you. Then move the wheel to a comfortableposition and release the lever to lock th

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn andLa

Turn Signal on ChimeA chime will remind you if you leave the turn signal on formore than three-quarters of a mile (1.2 km) of driving.If you need to l

9(Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off thewindshield wipers.8(Mist): Move the lever all the way down to mist andrelease for a single wipi

Cruise ControlYour vehicle is equipped with cruise control.9(Off): This position turns the system off.R(On): This position activates the system.+ (Res

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Increasing Speed While UsingCruise ControlThere are two ways to go to a higher speed:• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higherspeed. Press the

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.1-9

Cruise Control in Sport (S) and ManualPaddle Shift Gear SelectionWhen your vehicle is in Sport (S) and the manualpaddle shift controls are not being u

Exterior LampsThe exterior lamp control is located to the left of thesteering wheel on the multifunction lever.O (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the ban

Wiper Activated HeadlampsThis feature activates the headlamps and parking lampsafter the windshield wipers have been in use forapproximately 15 second

When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps willgo off, and the front turn signal lamps will take over.If you start your vehicle in a dark gar

Twilight Sentinel®Twilight Sentinel®can turn your lamps on and off for you.A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes theTwilight Sentinel®wo

Exterior Lighting Battery SaverIf the manual parking lamps or headlamps have beenleft on, the exterior lamps will turn off as soon asthe ignition is t

Reading LampsYour inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps.The lamps will go on when a door is opened. Whenthe doors are closed, each lamp ca

• Manual Paddle Shift Gear Indicator (If Equipped)These lights on the HUD are for use when usingthe manual paddle shift controls to shift thetransmiss

Track Mode 2 supportsG-Force gages andminor gages with alinear tachometer.When you have chosen the desired HUD display,release the MODE button.Within

The HUD controls arelocated to the left of thesteering wheel.To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly,do the following:1. Start your engine and pr

The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-10

To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on asoft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dryit. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette LighterThe ashtray and cigarette lighter are located on theinstrument panel, in front of the shift lever. To use theashtray,

Automatic OperationAUTO (Automatic): Press the AUTO button toplace the entire system in the automatic mode.When automatic operation is active, the sys

N (MODE): Press this button to manually lock in thecurrent air delivery setting and to stop the automaticmode control. Pressing the MODE button will d

Air conditioning does not operate at temperatures belowabout 35°F to 40°F (2°C to 4°C). In temperaturesabove 40°F (4°C), the air conditioning cannot b

If the outside temperature goes up, the displayedtemperature will not change until:• The vehicle’s speed is above 10 mph (16 km/h) forfive minutes.• Th

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog or frost from the rear window.The rear window defogger will only work wh

Passenger Compartment Air FilterThe passenger compartment air filter removes certainodor and particles from the air including pollen and dustparticles.

3. Remove the passenger compartment air filter fromthe housing.4. Insert the new filter into the housing.5. Reinstall the passenger compartment air filte

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how thevehicle is r

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest bon

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in eithermiles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).For more information see

This light will come onwhen you start yourvehicle, and it will flash fora few seconds. Then thelight should go out. Thismeans the system is ready.If th

Your vehicle may have a label on your sun visor thatsays, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in thefront.” This is because the risk to the rear-facin

If, after several seconds, all status indicator lightsremain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be aproblem with the lights or the passen

One-to-Four Shift Light(Manual Transmission)When this light comes on,you can only shift fromFIRST (1) to FOURTH (4)instead of FIRST (1) toSECOND (2).Y

If the light comes on while you are driving and you havea CHECK BRAKE FLUID message showing on theDIC, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may n

Traction Control System (TCS)Warning LightThis light should come onbriefly as you start theengine. If the light does notcome on then, have it fixedso it

When the system is working, you will see the ACTIVEHANDLING message displayed in the DIC. You may alsofeel or hear the system working. This is normal.

Tire Pressure LightThis light should come onbriefly as you start theengine. It will then comeon only when a flat orlow tire pressurecondition exists.See

This light should come on briefly, as a check to showyou it is working, as you start the engine. If the lightdoes not come on, have it repaired. This l

Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in anaccident

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel.See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will

Engine Oil Pressure GageThe engine oil pressure gage shows the engineoil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) orkPa (kilopascals) when the engine

Security LightFor informationregarding this light,see Theft-DeterrentSystems on page 2-19.Fog Lamp LightThe fog lamps light willcome on when the fogla

Fuel GageYour fuel gage tells youabout how much fuel youhave left when theengine is on.When the needle approaches the low fuel symbol, achime will sou

Driver Information Center (DIC)The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you thestatus of many of your vehicle’s systems. It is alsoused to display dr

2 (Gages): Press this button to display gageinformation like oil pressure and temperature, coolanttemperature, automatic transmission fluid temperature

The fuel economy data used to determine fuel rangeis an average of recent driving conditions. As yourdriving conditions change, this data is gradually

Battery Voltage: This display shows the currentbattery voltage.Press the gages button again to display the batteryvoltage, such as:• BATTERY VOLTAGE 1

Both of the trip odometers can be used simultaneously.TRIP A could be used to track the distance to adestination. TRIP B could be used to track mainte

OPTION ButtonThe OPTION button allows you to access thePERSONAL OPTIONS menu and customize thepersonalization settings on your vehicle. See DICVehicle

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Do not let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the beltacross you very quick

ACTIVE HANDLING READY: If you receive thismessage, the system has completed the functionalcheck of the Active Handling System. See ActiveHandling Syst

BUCKLE SEATBELT: This message reminds you tobuckle the driver’s seat belt.This message will display and a chime will sound whenthe ignition is on, the

CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP: This message willdisplay and a chime will sound if the trunk is open whileyou are trying to operate the convertible top. Make

ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM:You will hear multiple chimes when this messageis displayed. This message will remain displayed andactive until th

LOW OIL PRESSURE: If this message appears whilethe engine is running, stop the engine and do notoperate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corr

NO FOBS DETECTED: This message is displayed ifthe vehicle does not detect the presence of a keylessaccess transmitter when you have attempted to start

NO FOB - OFF OR RUN?: When this messagedisplays, it means that the keyless access transmitter isnot detected inside the vehicle while you are trying t

SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM: If theSERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM message isdisplayed, there is a problem with your Active HandlingSystem and your

SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This messagedisplays if an electrical problem has occurred within thePowertrain Control Module (PCM). Have your vehicleserv

SET PARK BRAKE FOR SEAT RECALL: If you havea manual transmission vehicle, this message displaysif you try to recall the memory positions when the igni

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the namesCORVETTE and Z06 and the CORVETTE Emblem areregistered trademarks of Gener

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. A

TIRE FLAT: You will hear two chimes when thismessage is displayed followed by the messageMAXIMUM SPEED 55 MPH (90 km/h). Also, the tirepressure light

TOP NOT SECURE: This message displays and achime sounds when the power convertible top button isreleased before the top open or close operation iscomp

TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE: You will hearfour chimes when this message is displayed. Toacknowledge this warning, press the RESET button.After you pr

Other MessagesHere are more messages that you can receive on yourDriver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge amessage and read another message tha

DIC Vehicle PersonalizationMany features on your vehicle can be personalized.This means that the operation of these features can beset to operate diff

Entering the Personal Options MenuTo enter the personal options menu, use thefollowing steps:1. If you have an automatic transmission vehicle, turnthe

Press the OPTION button until AUTO MEMORYRECALL appears on the display, then press the RESETbutton to scroll through the following modes:• YES• NO (de

Approach Lights: This option briefly turns on theparking lamps, the front fog lamps and the back-uplamps during low light periods when the keyless acce

Flash at Unlock: This option activates the front andrear turn signals for two short flashes when the unlock orhatch/trunk button on the keyless access

FOB Reminder: This option chirps the horn three timeswhen the driver’s door is closed and there is a keylessaccess transmitter inside the interior of

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

If you choose HORN, the doors will automatically lockand the horn will chirp eight seconds after you turnthe ignition off, remove a keyless access tra

If you choose BOTH, on automatic transmissionvehicles, both doors will automatically unlock when theshift lever is moved into PARK (P). On manualtrans

To program a name, use the following procedure:1. Enter the PERSONAL OPTIONS menu and selectthe driver number (1 or 2) that you would like toprogram b

Audio System(s)Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read thepages following to familiarize yourself with its features.Driving without distr

Here are some ways in which you can help avoiddistraction while driving.While your vehicle is parked:• Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.•

Radio with CDThe radio has a blinking indicator light located on theupper left side of the radio. The indicator light is usedto show that the theft-de

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceIf your vehicle has XM™, XM™ is a satellite radioservice that is based in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and in Canada (if

If your vehicle has the Bose®audio system, it includesBose®AudioPilot®noise compensation technology.When turned on, AudioPilot®continuously adjusts th

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)e(Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance betweenthe right and the left speakers, press this knob untilBALANCE appea

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

SCAN: Scan the stations within a category byperforming the following:1. Press the CAT button. The last selected categorywill appear on the display.2.

When a message is not available from a station,NO INFO will appear on the display.TRAF (Traffic): If TA appears on the display, the tunedstation broad

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (ExplicitLanguage Channels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CD (Single CD Player)Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.If the igni

RPT (Repeat): Press this button to hear a track overagain. REPEAT will appear on the display. Pressthis button again to turn off repeat play.MUTE: Pre

Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in theCD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computerand a description label is needed, try la

Playing a Specific Loaded CDFor every CD loaded, a number will appear on thedisplay. To play a specific CD press the numberedpushbutton that corresponds

RPT (Repeat): Press this button to hear a track or anentire CD over again.To use repeat, do one of the following:• To repeat a track, press and releas

Using an MP3 CDMP3 FormatIf you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer:• Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on aCD-R disc.• Make sure to finali

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

No FolderWhen the CD contains only compressed files, the files willbe located under the root folder. The next and previousfolder functions will have no

Playing an MP3Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in, and READING will appear onthe display. The CD should begin

To use random, do one of the following:• To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to inrandom order, press and release this button untilRANDOM D

Using R (Song List) Mode(Single CD, MP3, and Six-Disc CD)This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.To save tracks into the song list featu

To delete the entire song list, perform thefollowing steps:1. Turn the CD player on.2. Press the song list button to turn song list on.S-LIST will app

Navigation/Radio SystemYour vehicle may have a navigation radio system.The navigation system has built-in features intended tominimize driver distract

FM StereoFM stereo will give the best sound, but FM signalswill reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).Tall buildings or hills can interfere wi

Diversity Antenna SystemThe AM-FM antenna is a hidden self tuning system.It optimizes the AM and FM signals relative to thevehicle’s position and radi

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is:Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It is the number one contributorto the highway death toll,

According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb(82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml)bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a

Statistics show that the chance of being in a collisionincreases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, andthe accelerator. Al

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drivein spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Using Anti-LockDo not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedaldown firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may heara motor or clicking noise and f

The TCS system automatically comes on whenever youstart your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially inslippery road conditions, you should always le

The SERVICE ACTIVEHANDLING messagewill be displayed, theinstrument cluster light willcome on, and a chime willsound to let you know ifthere is a probl

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

Competitive Driving ModeThe driver can select this optional handling mode bypressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button on theconsole two times within a five s

You can select a setting at any time. Based on roadconditions, steering wheel angle and your vehicle speed,the system automatically adjusts to provide

Speed limit signs near curves warn that you shouldadjust your speed. Of course, the posted speedsare based on good weather and road conditions. Underl

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have droppedoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder while youare driving.If the level of the shou

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. Forone thing, following too closely reduces your areaof v

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems — brakes,steering, and acceleration — do not ha

Racing or Other Competitive DrivingSee your warranty book before using your vehicle forracing or other competitive driving.Notice: If you use your veh

• Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.Your vehicle’s headlamps can light up only so muchroad ahead.• In remote areas, watch for animals.• If y

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as wellbecause your ti

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

Passenger PositionThe passenger’s safety belt works the same way asthe driver’s safety belt. To learn how to wear thepassenger’s safety belt properly,

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then useyour turn signal.Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over yourshoulder to make sure ther

Here are some things you can check before a trip:• Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?Are all windows clean inside and outside?• Wiper Bla

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down. They couldget

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving On Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where the tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice between

Your Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves yourvehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on aslippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will wan

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost allthe way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again andrepeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That willclear the area around your front wheels. You should turnyou

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label isattached to the center pillar (B-pillar) of your vehicle.With

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount ofcargo and luggage load capacity. For example, ifthe “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will b

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =400 lbs (181 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight @ 150 lbs(68kg)x2=300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailableCarg

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label is attached to therear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the grossweight capacity of your

If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases,tools, packages or anything else — they will go as fastas the vehicle goes. If you have to stop

Service ...5-3Accessories and Modifications ...5-3California Propositio

Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-67Tire Rotation ...5-69When It Is Time for New Ti

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

Doing Your Own Service Work{CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enou

Gasoline OctaneIf your vehicle has the 6.0L V8 engine (VIN Code U),use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octanerating of 91 or higher. You may a

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that will helpprevent engine and fuel system

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to youand others, read and follow all

The fuel door releasebutton is located on theinstrument panel to theleft of the steering wheel.Push the button torelease the fuel door.There is also a

Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill thetank and wait a few seconds after you have finishedpumping before removing the nozzle. Clean

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood releaselever with this symbolon it. It is located insidethe vehicle below theinstrumen

Engine Compartment OverviewIf your vehicle has the 6.0L V8 engine and you are facing the front, when you open the hood, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped).See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-28.B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” und

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

If your vehicle has the 7.0L V8 engine and you are facing the driver’s side of the vehicle, when you open the hood,here is what you will see:5-14

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-25.B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power SteeringFluid on page 5-40.C. Eng

Engine OilChecking Engine Oil (Except Z06)If the LOW OIL LEVEL message on the DriverInformation Center (DIC) comes on, it means you needto check your

The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.The dipstick is located on the dry sump engine oil tank.See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12fo

When to Add Engine Oil (Except Z06)If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip ofthe dipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/liter

When to Add Engine Oil (Z06 Only)If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of thedipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/liter o

Changing Engine Oil and Filter(Z06 Only)Z06 models are equipped with a racetrack-ready drysump engine lubrication system. This high-performancesystem

2. Once the oil has been drained from the engine,remove the engine oil filter. Replace the filterand tighten it to 18 lb ft (25 Y). See NormalMaintenanc

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM4718MYour vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meetingGM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting thiss

Oils meeting theserequirements should alsohave the starburstsymbol on the container.This symbol indicatesthat the oil has beencertified by the American

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell aboutthings that could hurt yo

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

When the system has calculated that oil life has beendiminished, it will indicate that an oil change isnecessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL message willcome

What to Do with Used OilUsed engine oil contains certain elements that may beunhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.Do not let used oil s

When to Inspect the EngineAir Cleaner/FiltersInspect the air cleaner/filters at the Maintenance IIintervals and replace them at the first oil change aft

How to Inspect the EngineAir Cleaner/Filters (7.0L V8 Engine)To inspect the air cleaner/filters, remove the filters fromthe vehicle and lightly shake th

Automatic Transmission FluidHow to Check AutomaticTransmission FluidIt is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak

When to Check and What to UseThe hydraulic clutch fluidreservoir cap has thissymbol on it. See EngineCompartment Overviewon page 5-12 for reservoirloca

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant

Checking CoolantThe engine coolant surgetank is located toward therear of the enginecompartment on thedriver’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartm

Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapNotice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,coolant loss and possible engine damage mayoccur. Be sure the cap

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hearno steam, the problem may not be too serious.Sometimes the e

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating ModeIf an overheated engine condition exists and themessages COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE andREDUCED ENGINE POWER ar

If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling,do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicleshould be parked on a level surface.Th

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you have not found a problem yet, check to see ifcoolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is vis

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, can boilbefore the proper c

1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressurecap when the cooling system, including the coolantsurge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose,is

4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, startthe engine and let it run until you can feel the upperradiator hose getting hot. Watch out for t

Power Steering FluidSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for reservoir location.When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regular

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will beopera

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid.See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for the location of ther

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.Look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level shouldbe above the MIN ma

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake p

BatteryYour vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When itis time for a new battery, get one that has thereplacement number shown on the original bat

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) andnegative (−) terminal locations on each vehicle.Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) terminal (A)an

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the dead battery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.7. Do

Notice: If the jumper cables are connected orremoved in the wrong order, electrical shorting mayoccur and damage the vehicle. The repairs wouldnot be

Rear AxleWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 5-54.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection,

To replace a high-beam or front parking/turn signal/DRLbulb, do the following:1. Turn the wheel to allow access to the wheel well.2. Access the high-b

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint withthe seating surface against the back of the infant.The harness system holds the infant in place a

Taillamps, Turn Signal, andStoplampsTo replace a stoplamp, taillamp/turn signal bulb, do thefollowing:1. Remove the screw from the top of the lamp ass

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected for wearand cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4for more infor

To install the new wiper insert:1. Slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the endwith the two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all theway throu

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Winter TiresIf you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roadsoften, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.All season tires provide good

(B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance CriteriaSpecification): Original equipment tires designedto GM’s specific tire performance criteria have aTPC specificatio

(D) Construction Code: A letter code is used toindicate the type of ply construction in the tire.The letter R means radial ply construction; the lette

GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the frontaxle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33.GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle,see Lo

Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road.Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimescalled wear bars, that show across the

EMT, check with an authorized Goodyear EMT ServiceCenter to determine whether the tire can be repaired orshould be replaced. To maintain your vehicle’

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positi

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflatedsimply by looking at them. Ra

High Speed Operation{CAUTION:Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) orhigher, puts an additional strain on tires.Sustained high-speed driving caus

Tire Pressure Monitor SystemThe Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) on yourvehicle, uses radio and sensor technology to check tirepressure levels. Sen

The Tire and Loading Information Label (tire informationplacard) is attached to the vehicle’s b-pillar. This labelshows the size of your vehicle’s ori

Tire RotationThe tires on your vehicle are different sizes front to rear.Due to this, your tires should not be rotated. Each tireand wheel should be u

Buying New TiresGM has developed and matched specific tires for yourvehicle. The original equipment tires installed onyour vehicle, when it was new, we

If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those thatdo not have a TPC Spec number, make sure theyare the same size, load range, speed rating, andc

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For exam

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability

Securing an Add-on Child Restraintin the Vehicle{CAUTION:A child can be seriously injured or killed in acrash if the child restraint is not properlyse

Each new wheel should have the same load-carryingcapacity, diameter, width, offset and be mountedthe same way as the one it replaces.If you need to re

{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or the threadsof the wheel nuts. If you do, the wheel nutsmight come loose and the wheel could fall off,caus

Tire Chains{CAUTION:Do not use tire chains. There is not enoughclearance. Tire chains used on a vehiclewithout the proper amount of clearance cancause

{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked upis dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack,you could be badly injured or killed. Never getun

Lifting From the FrontThe front lifting points can be accessed from either sideof your vehicle, behind the front tires.1. Locate the front lifting poi

3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jackspans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B).Lifting From the RearThe rear lifting points can

1. Locate the rear lifting points (A), according to theillustration shown.2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jackand the vehicle.3. Lift t

If a Tire Goes FlatYour Corvette has no spare tire, no tire changingequipment and no place to store a tire.It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while

Appearance CareCleaning the Inside of Your VehicleYour vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best ifit is cleaned often. Although not always vi

Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleanersor techniques:• Never use a knife or any other sharp object toremove a soil from any interior su

Securing the Child Within theChild RestraintThere are several systems for securing the childwithin the child restraint. One system, the three-pointhar

To clean, use the following instructions:1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with wateror club soda.2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moistur

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and OtherPlastic SurfacesA soft cloth dampened with water may be used to removedust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary

Washing Your VehicleThe paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth ofcolor, gloss retention, and durability.The best way to preserve the vehicl

The vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish.The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to thecolored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that

Removable Roof PanelNotice: If you use a glass treatment and/orconditioner that contains ethyl alcohol or ethylsulfate on the roof panel, you could da

Aluminum WheelsNotice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals,abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleanersthat contain acid on aluminum or chrome-pla

Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in thefinish should be repaired right away.Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with tou

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and RoadOil RemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Headlamp WiringThe headlamp wiring is protected by fuses. An electricaloverload will cause the lamps to remain off. If thishappens, have your headlamp

A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraintto the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into thevehicle. The top tether attachment (B)

Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThe instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, under the instrument panel andunder the

Fuses UsageSPARE FUSEHOLDERSpare Fuse HolderSPARE FUSEHOLDERSpare Fuse HolderSPARE FUSEHOLDERSpare Fuse HolderSPARE FUSEHOLDERSpare Fuse HolderTPA Ton

Fuses UsageISRVM/ HVACElectric Inside Rearview Mirror,Heating Ventilation, AirConditioningCRUISE SW Cruise Control SwitchTONNEAURELSETonneau ReleaseRU

Fuses UsageCIG LTR Cigarette LighterDRVR HTDSEATDriver’s Heated SeatWPR DWELL Wiper DwellBLANK Not UsedAUX PWR Auxiliary PowerPASS HTDSEATPassenger’s

Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThere is one fuse block in the engine compartment located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See EngineCompartment O

Fuse Usage1Transmission ControlModule/Transmission2 Horn, Alternator Sense3 Anti-lock Brakes/Real Time Damping4 Wiper5 Stoplamps/Back-Up Lamps6 02 Sen

Micro-Relays Usage34 Horn35 Air Conditioning Compressor36 Windshield Washer37 Park, Position Lamps38 Front Fog Lamp39 High Beam46 Headlamp Washer55 Fu

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order6.0L V8 (LS2) UAutomaticManual0.040 inch(1.016 mm)1–8–7–2–6–5–4–37.0L V8 (

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Top Tether Anchor Locationsi (Top Tether Anchor):Seating positions withtop tether anchors.To assist you in locatingthe top tether anchors,the top teth

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

This schedule is for vehicles that:• carry passengers and cargo within recommendedlimits. You will find these limits on the tire and loadinginformation

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes on,it means that service is required for your vehicle. Haveyour vehicle serviced as soon

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-16. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicatedmiles (kilometers)

Maintenance Footnotes(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for properhook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect discbrake pads for wea

(h) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:− In heavy city traffic where the

At Each Fuel FillIt is important to perform these underhood checks ateach fuel fill.Engine Oil Level CheckCheck the engine oil level and add the proper

3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to startthe engine in each gear. The vehicle should startonly in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehiclesta

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

Securing a Child Restraint with a Top Tether{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached toanchors, the restraint will not be able to prot

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber, or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usage Fluid

Usage Fluid/LubricantManualTransmissionDEXRON®-III AutomaticTransmission Fluid. Look for“Approved for the H-Specification”on the label.AutomaticTransmi

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Part G

Engine Drive Belt RoutingEngine Drive Belt Routing for 6.0L and 7.0L Engines6-15

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, andthe type of services pe

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regardingvehic

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH) (Coupe andConvertible Models Only)Some child restraints have a LATCH system. As part ofthe LATCH system,

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Overseas — Customer AssistancePlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except Pue

Roadside Assistance ProgramAs the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you areautomatically enrolled in the Chevrolet RoadsideAssistance program. This va

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for you andyour family. Remember, we are only a phon

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helpsto minimize your inconven

Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period,but it is not part of the New V

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the device that storesthe data is required. GM will not access infor

vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safetyperformance, however, the history of these parts is notknown. Such parts are not covered by your GM

If an Accident OccursHere is what to do if you are involved in an accident.• Try to relax and then check to make sure you are allright. If you are uni

Managing the Vehicle DamageRepair ProcessIn the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs,GM recommends that you take an active role in itsrepai

Your vehicle may have a label on your sun visor thatsays, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.”This is because the risk to the rear-facin

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immediately

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motors carsand trucks. Each bulletin cont

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AAccessories and Modifications ... 5-3Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 3-24Active Handling System ...

Ashtray(s) ... 3-25Audio System(s) ... 3-77Care of Your C

Care ofSafety Belts ... 5-85Your CD Player ... 3-100Your CDs ...

CoolantEngine Temperature Gage ... 3-41Heater, Engine ... 2-24Surge Tank Pressure Ca

Driving (cont.)In Rain and on Wet Roads ... 4-20Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ... 4-33Winter ...

Fog Lamp Light ... 3-46Fog Lamps ... 3-17Front Air Dam ...

Highway Hypnosis ... 4-25Hill and Mountain Roads ... 4-26HoodChecking Things Un

If your vehicle is a coupe or a convertible, there is notop tether anchor in the passenger’s position. Do notsecure a child restraint in this position

Light (cont.)Fog Lamp ... 3-46Highbeam On ... 3-46Lights On R

MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Rearview with Compass ... 2-41Automatic Dimming Rearview withOnStar®and Compass ... 2-38Manual

Passenger Sensing System ... 1-48Passing ... 4-15PowerAccessory Outle

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 2-23RoadsideAssistance Program ... 7-6Rocking Your Vehicle t

Speedometer ... 3-34Starting Your Engine ... 2-23Steering ...

TransmissionFluid, Automatic ... 5-28Fluid, Manual ... 5-28One-to-F

WindshieldReplacement ... 5-54Washer ... 3-10Washer Flu

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

7. If your child restraint manufacturer recommendsusing a top tether and your vehicle is a Z06 model,attach and tighten the top tether to the top teth

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact airbags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of aneye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag,as yo

There is an airbagreadiness light onthe instrument panelcluster, which showsthe airbag symbol.The system checks the airbag electrical system formalfun

The passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panelon the passenger’s side.If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver,it is in the

If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the rightfront passenger, it is in the side of the passenger’sseatback closest to the door.{CAUTION:If so

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and passenger’s frontal airbags aredesigned to inflate in moderate to severe frontal ornear-frontal crashes.

The frontal airbags (driver and passenger) are notintended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts,or in many side impacts.Your vehicle may o

How Does an Airbag Restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel orthe instru

{CAUTION:When an airbag inflates, there is dust in the air.This dust could cause breathing problems forpeople with a history of asthma or otherbreathin

Passenger Sensing SystemYour vehicle has a passenger sensing system. Thepassenger airbag status indicator in the rearview mirrorwill be visible when y

Never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in thepassenger’s seat unless the passenger airbag statusindicator shows off. Never put a rear-faci

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn offthe passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag(if equipped) if:• the passenger’s seat is un

If a person of adult-size is sitting in the passenger’sseat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because thatperson is not sitting properly in t

Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can affecthow well the passenger sensing system operates.You may want to consider not using seat covers or

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to the front orsides of the vehicle that could keep theairbags from wo

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Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, r

If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it was beingused during a more severe crash, you may neednew LATCH system parts.If belts are cut or damaged,

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Keys ...2-3Keyless Access System ...2-4Keyless Access Syst

Universal Home Remote System ...2-46Universal Home Remote System Operation ...2-47Storage Areas ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children unattended in a vehicle isdangerous, but it is even more dangerous ifthe keyless access transmitter is also left inthe v

There is a key that worksthe glove box, the centerconsole and can openthe hatch/trunk lid ifvehicle power is lost.See Hatch/Trunk onpage 2-14 for more

If you ever notice a decrease in the keyless accesstransmitter range, try doing one of the following:• Check the distance. You may be too far from you

K (Unlock): Press this button to unlock the driver’sdoor. The light on the door will flash two times. Press thebutton two times within 10 seconds to un

7. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in theglove box transmitter pocket with the buttonsfacing towards the passenger’s side.8. Once the transmit

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Six-Way Power Sea

5. Turn the key five times within five seconds.6. The DIC message will display OFF-ACCESSORYTO LEARN.7. Press the ACC button (ignition switch).8. The DI

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your keyless accesstransmitter should last about three years.You can tell the battery is weak if t

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

From the inside, use the power door lock switchlocated at the top of the door panel near both windows.See Power Door Locks on page 2-12.To open a door

Power Door LocksThe power door lockswitches are locatedon the door panels.K (Unlock): Press this part of the switch to unlockthe doors.Q (Lock): Press

Programmable AutomaticDoor UnlockYour vehicle is programmed so that when the shift leveris moved into PARK (P) for automatic transmissionvehicles or w

Hatch/Trunk{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with thehatch/trunk lid open because carbonmonoxide (CO) gas can come into yourvehicle. You can not s

• Press the hatch/trunk release button located on therear of the hatch/trunk lid above the license plate,as long as you have your transmitter with you

Emergency Trunk Release Handle(Convertible Only)Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk releasehandle as a tie-down or anchor point when securingitems

Power WindowsThe power windowswitches are locatedon each door.Pull up on the front of the switch to raise the window.Press down on the front of the sw

Front SeatsManual SeatsTo move a manual passenger seat, pull up the barlocated under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide theseat to where you wa

Express-Down WindowThis feature is on both power windows. Press the frontof the switch to the second position to activate theexpress-down feature. If

Sun VisorsTo block out glare, you can swing down the visors.You can also swing them to the side.Lighted Visor Vanity MirrorsPull down the sun visor an

Arming the SystemUse one of the three following items listed here to armthe system:• Press the lock button on the keyless accesstransmitter.• Open the

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long

Ignition PositionsYour vehicle has anelectronic keyless ignitionwith a pushbutton start./ (START): Press this button while your foot is on thebrake fo

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)With RAP, your power windows and the audio systemwill continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the engineis turned of

Stopping Your EngineIf your vehicle has an automatic transmission, move theshift lever to PARK (P) and press the ACC button locatedon the instrument p

To Use The Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.The electrical cord is located on the driver’s

Automatic Transmission OperationThere are several differentpositions for your shiftlever.PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It isthe best

You have to fully apply your regular brakes before youcan shift from PARK (P) when the vehicle is running.If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pr

Power Lumbar and Side BolstersYour vehicle may have power lumbar and side bolsters.The switches are located on the outboard side of theseat cushion.Us

Manual Paddle ShiftWhile in the SPORT MODE (S) position, the paddleslocated on the steering wheel, can be used to manuallyup-shift or down-shift the t

When you up-shift ordown-shift when usingthe Manual Paddle ShiftFeature while in theSPORT MODE (S),the current gear will bedisplayed in the DriverInfo

The vehicle speeds required for Manual Paddle Shiftup-shifts depend on several vehicle inputs, which will varythe allowed up-shift speed by a few mph

SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up onthe accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then,slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you pres

One to Four Shift Light(Manual Transmission)When this light comes on,you can only shift fromFIRST (1) to FOURTH (4)instead of FIRST (1) toSECOND (2).Y

Parking BrakeThe parking brake lever is located to the right of thecenter console.To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down.Pull the parking

Leaving Your Vehicle With the EngineRunning (Automatic Transmission){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehiclewith the engine running. Your ve

Shifting Out of Park (P)(Automatic Transmission)Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lockcontrol system which locks the shift lever in PAR

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling