1993 CHEVROLET CORVETTE FLUID

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Introduction
A Word About Maintenance
We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in
good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how
you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few
times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time
in very hot, dusty weather.
You may use your vehicle in
making deliveries. Or you may .drive it to work, to do
errands or in many other ways.
Because
of all the different ways people use their GM
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need more
frequent che~ks and replacements than you will find in the
schedules
in this part. So please read this part and note how
you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your
vehicle
in good condition, see your Chevrolet dealer, the
place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance
work done. Your dealer cq be relied upon to use proper
parts and practices.
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good woxking condition, but
also helps the
environment.
All recommended maintenance procedures are
important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal
of
important components can significantly affect the quality of
the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or even the wrong
tire inflation can increase the level
of emissions from your
vehicIe.
To help protect our environment, and to help keep
your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle.
properly.

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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (cant.)
€xplanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Below are explanations of the services listedh Schedule I
and Schedule 11.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
1 Engine OiI and Filter .Change*-Use -only API
Service SG Energy Conserving II oils of the proper
viscpsity.
To determine the preferred viscosity for
your vehicle'-s engine, see the Index under Engine
Oil. The engine requires a special oil rneethg-GM
Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting-this Standard
may be identgied. as synthetic, and should also be
ifientified as APT .Sc?rvice SG. However, not all
Synthetic
API Service SG oils will meet this GM
Standard. You should look for and use only an.oi1.
that. meets GM, Standard GM47-18M.
Your- vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor. This
monitor will show you when to change the oil. See
the Index under Engine Oil Life Monitor.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section
D, Make sure whoever services. your vehicle uses these. All
parts should be replaced and .all necessary repairs done
before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
ITEM
NO.
2
3
SERVICE
Chassis Lubrication-Lubricate- the transmission
shift
.linkage, parkhg brake cable guides,
underbody contact points and linkage. Lubricate
the front sus.pension.
Engine
A~ctxsory Drive Beit In'spectim-.Inspect
the bekfor-cixxlcs, fraying, wear and proper
tension. Replace as -needed.
.. -NOTE: .To determine your engine's dispta6mmt and code, see the Index under Eagine Identification.
* An Emission Cpntrol Service.
-i? The US. Environmental ProteGtion Agency has. &ermined that the. failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the ewsii;sion
warranty
or limit recallliabilfty priorto ;he completion .of vehicle useful life. Geizel-a1 Motors, however, urgs that a12 recmimended
mairztenanceseruices
be:performed at the indicated intervals and the-maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record.
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6 Transmissi-on Servic.e-For.a manual transmission,
the fluid doesnY req.uire changing.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
For an automatic transmission, change koth the
fluid and f&r every 15,000 miles (25 000 lun) if
the vehicle is mainly dr-iven under .one ox more of,
these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 9OoF (32°C) or
higher..
9 In. hilly .or mguntain.ous te.min.
Uses such ,asTound in taxi, police ~ar or delivery
If you do not use your vehicle under- any of these
conditions, change both the fluid and fiiter every
100,000 miles (160 000 lan).
‘6 Spark Plug RepIacement’e-Replaee zpaik plugs
with the proper type. See the Index under
Replacem~ent Parts;
burns, cracks or Other damage. Check the boot fit
at. the coils .and at the spark plugs.. Redtice wires
as needed.
service.
7 Spark Plug Wire Inspection*B-Inspect for

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Section B: Owner Checks & Servrces
Listed below are owner checks and s&vice:s which should be
performed at the intervals specified to help ensure th-e
safety, dependability and emission control performance of
your vehicle.
Be sure any r~ecessary repairs .are completdat once,
Whenever any fluids or lubricants-are added to your vehicle,
make
sure they are the proper ones, -as shown in Section D.
CHECK
OR SERVICE _. -
Engine Oil Level
Engine
Coolant Level
Windshield WashGl
Fluid .Level
WHAT .TO. DO *
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necess-ary. If you have a ZR-1 you-should
check your engine oil when the engine is cold. See the Indecx under Engine OiG for Mer details.
Check the engine. coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coalant mix if
necessary. See the Index under Coolant for further details.
Check the windshield washer flui.d level in the windshield washer’ tank and add the proper fluid
if necessary. See the Ida under W7ndshieZd Wusher.nuid for further details.
At Least Once a Month
CHECK WHAT TO DO 0R.SERVICE
Tire Inflation Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire-Loading
Information label. located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See the Index under Eres for
further details.
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Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall).
You should let your- GM dealer's service department or other qualified ssvj,cg [email protected] do these j-obs. Make sure any necessary
repairs are completed
at once.
INSPECTION
OR SERVICE
Steering and
Suspension Inspection
Tire and Wheel
Inspection
Exhaust System
Inspection
~-
Rear Axle Service
Brake System
Inspection
WHAT SHOULD BE DOME
Inspect. the front and rear susp-ension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts,
signs of wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses. for proper
hookup,
bindmg-, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Inspect the tires for uneven wear or damage. If there is irregular or premature wear, check the
wheel alignment. Inspect for damaged wheels.
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the
body neat the exhaust system. Look for broken,
damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections, or
other conditions which could cause a heat buildup in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes
into the- vehicle.
See the Index under Engine Exhaust.
Check:the gear lubricant leve1.h the rear axle and add if needed. See the Index: under Rear Axle.
A fluid loss in this system;may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair it if needed.
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect
-other brake parts, .hcluding calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adju\
stment. You
may need
to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in
frequent braking.
NOTE:. A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be
serviced.
Also, if 'the brake system warning light stays on or comes on, something may be wrong
with .the brake system. See the Index under Brake System Warning Light. 'If your anti-lock brake
systemwarning light stays on, comes on or flashes, something may be wrong with the anti-lock
brake system. See the Index under Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.

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NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.
1 USAGE I FWID/WBRICANT 1

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Section D: Recommended Fluids .& Lubricants (Conr.>
USAGE
Key Lock Cylinders
Manual Transmission
shift Linkage
Aut~mtic Transmission
Shift Linkage
Clutch Linkage Pivot
Points
'Floor Shift Linkage
Chassis Lubrication
Windshield Washer
Solvent
m m . 338
FUJID/UIBRICANT
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. l2345120), synthetic ;sAE 5W-30. engine
oil.or silicone lubricant (GM PartNo. 105227": or 10522'77).
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of.NLGI Grade 2,,category LB or GC-LB (or GM .Part
No. 1052@7).
Engine oil.
Engine oil.
Engine 03.
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of KG1 Grade 2, Categury LB or GC-LB
(or GM Part No. 1052497).
AxleLubriCant (GM Part No. 12345477) or SAE. SOW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant,, and Limited-
Slip DBerential Lubricant. Additive (GM Part..NO. 105235,8) or .equivalent where .required. See
the lndar under Rear Axk.
GM Optikke@ Waher SQlvent [GM par?: No. .105l515) Qr equivglgpt-. ,- . -

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ABS Active Light ........................... 117
ABS Service Light ........................... 117
ABS Light ......................................... 117
Acceleration Slip Regu’laticin
(ASR) System .......................... 89,. 175
Accessory Wiring . Plug .................... 147
Action Center, Corvette ................... 343
Adding
Brake Fluid
.......... ........... ............ . 27 1
Electrical Equipment ...... 65, 146, 304
Engine Coolant ..... 216, 262,311,3.27
Engine Oil ............................... 250, 31 1
Hydraulic Clatch Fluid’ ......... 260, 3 17
Power Steeting Fluid ............ 269, 318
Rear Axle Fluid ..................... 262, 318
Sound Equipment ........................... 146
Transmission Fluids. ..... 25.9,260, 317
Windshield Washer
Fluid ............................... 84, 269, 3 17
Air .Bag (see Supplemental Inflatable
AirCieaner Filter ..................... 254, 312
.Air Conditioner ....................... 136., ‘142
Alcohol, .Driving Under thi Influence
of ..................................................... 169
Restraint)
Alcohol in Gasoline ......................... 242
Aluminum Wheels
Cleaning
................................ 296. 301
Antenna, Power ............................... 161
Antifreeze ......... 216, 262, 263, 311., 317
Anti-Lock Br.& e
Removing ....................................... 228
System (ABS) ....................... 117? 1-73
Anti-Lock Brake System Light ........ 117
Ashtray and Lighters .......................... 96
ASR Off Light .............................. .... 116
ASR System ................................. 89, 175
Cassette Playek ........................... 149
Music System) ............................ 152
Music System) ............................ 155
Appearance Care .............................. 289
ASR Active Light ............................. 115
Audio Systems ................................. 146
AM/FM Stereo with
.AM/F M. Stereo-with
Cassette Player
(Delco-Base@
AM/FM Stereo with CassetteKD
Player (Delco-Bose*
Care of Audio Systems ................. 160
-Radio Reception. For the Best ...... 159
Setting.the Clock ............................ I48
Automatic Electroriic Climate
Aptomatic
Transmission
Control ........................................... 140
Adding Fluid ................................. 259
Axle, Rea Liniited-Slip ....................... 76
Checking Fluid ................................. 2.56
Shifting., ....................................... 67, 78
&ry ..................................... 205, 272
Jump Starting ..........................?........ 205
Warnings .......................... 205, 206, 272
Battery Warning . Gage ..................... 105
Battery Warning Light ....................... 118
Blizzard ............ ..i.. ........................... 200
Block Heater, Engine ......................... 66
“Blowout, ” Tire .................................. 224
Brake AdjustmenL
..................................... 178
Fluid ...................................... 270, 317
Master Cylinder ............................ 270
Parking ............................................. 77
Pedal Travel .................................... 178
Warning Light .................................. 106
Wear Indicators .............................. 177
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