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If you need to add more coolant, add the
proper mix at
the coolant recovery tank,
but only when your engine is cool. If the
tank is very low or empty, also add
coolant to the coolant high fill reservoir.
See “Engine Overheating”
in the Index
for information.
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Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but
be careful not to spill it.
NOTICE:
You can be burned if you spill coolant
on hot engine parts. Coolant contains
ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the
engine parts are hot enough. Don’t
spill coolant on a hot engine.
For complete drain, flush and refill
of
the engine, contact your Chevrolet
jealer or the procedure may be found in
3 Chevrolet Corvette Service Manual. To
purchase a service manual, see “Service
Publications” in the Index.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled
by a thermostat in
the engine coolant
system. The thermostat stops the flow of
coolant through the radiator until the
coolant reaches a preset temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, an
AC@ thermostat is recommended.
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NOTICE:
When adding power steering ,fluid or
making a complete fluid change,
always use the proper fluid. Failure
to use the proper fluid can cause
leaks and damage hoses and seals.
L
Windshield Washer Fluid
To Add:
Open the cap labeled “WASHER FLUID
ONLY.” Add washer fluid until the bottle
is full.
NOTICE:
0 When using concentrated washer
fluid, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for adding water.
Don’t mix water with
ready-to-use washer fluid. Water
can cause the solution to freeze
and damage your washer fluid
tank and other parts of the washer
system. Also, water doesn’t clean
as well as washer fluid.
0 Fill your washer fluid tank only
3/4 full when it’s very cold. This
allows for expansion, which could
damage the tank if it is completely
full.
0 Don’t use radiator antifreeze in
your windshield washer. It can
damage your washer system and
paint.
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NO. SERVICE
Index. This provides proper
freeze and boil protection,
corrosion inhibitor level and
maintains proper engine
operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace if
they are cracked, swollen or
deteriorated. Tighten screw-type
hose clamps. Clean the outside of
the radiator and air conditioning
condenser. Wash the pressure cap
and neck.
To help ensure proper operation,
we recommend a pressure test of
both the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
5 Transmission Service - For
manual transmissions, fluid
doesn’t require changing. See
“Periodic Maintenance
Inspection.”
For automatic transmissions,
change both the fluid and filter
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km)
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
if the vehicle is mainly driven
under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the
outside temperature regularly
reaches
90 OF (32 O C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous
terrain.
Uses such as found in taxi,
police car or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle
under any of these conditions,
change both
the fluid and
filter every
100,000 miles
(1 66 000 km).
Replace spark plugs with the
proper type. See “Replacement
Parts” in the Index.
6 Spark Plug Replacement* -
7 Spark Plug Wire Inspection*? -
Inspect for burns, cracks or other
damage. Check the boot fit at the
coils and at the spark plugs.
Replace wires as needed.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
8 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*-
Replace every
30,000 miles
(50 000 km) or more often under
dusty conditions. Ask your dealer
for the ’proper replacement inter-
vals for your driving conditions.
Inspection*?
- Inspect fuel tank,
cap and lines (including fuel rails
and injection assembly) for
damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap
gasket for an even filler neck
imprint or any damage. Replace
parts as needed. Periodic replace-
ment of the fuel filter is not
required.
9 Fuel Tank. Cap and Lines
* An Emission Control Service.
t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
or the California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion
of vehicle useful life. General
Motors, however, urges that all recommended
maintenance services be performed at the
indicated intervals and the maintenance be
recorded in “Section
E: Maintenance Record.”
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