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Section A: Scheduled  Maintenance  Services (Cont.) 
Schedule /I 
Follow  Schedule I1 ONLY if none of 
the  driving  conditions  specified  in 
Schedule 
I apply. 
* An  Emission Control Service. 
t The US. 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.” 
. . ,234 
ITEM NO. 
2 
3 
4 
5 
6 
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- 
7 
8 
- 
9 - 
WHAT  TO  SERVICE 
See  “Explanation of Scheduled 
Maintenance  Services” following 
Schedules 
I and II. 
WHEN  TO  PERFORM 
Miles  (kilometers)  or  Months 
(whichever  occursfirst). 
Engine  Oil  Change*  Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months. 
Oil Filter  Change*  At fist and every  other oil change. 
Chassis  Lubrication  Every 
7,500 miles  (12 500 krn)  or  12  months. 
Engine  Accessory  Drive  Belt  Inspection 
Cooling  Svstem  Service*  Every 
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months. 
Transmission  Service 
I 
See  “Explanation of Scheduled  Maintenance 
Services”  following  Schedules 
I and 11. 
Spark  Plug  Replacement*  Every  100,000  miles (166 000 km). 
Spark  Plug  Wire 
Inspection*t  Every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). 
Air  Cleaner  Filter  Replacement* I 
See 
“Explanation  of Scheduled  Maintenance 
Services”  following  Schedules 
I and 11. 
Fuel  Tank,  Cap and  Lines  Inspection*t I Every 30,000 miles (50 000 km).   

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C L Section A: Scheduled  Maintenance  Services (Cont.) 
Explanation of Scheduled 
Maintenance  Services 
Following  are explanations  of the services 
listed  in  Schedule  I  and Schedule 
11. 
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. 
NOTE:  To determine  your  engine’s 
displacement  and  code, see 
“Engine Identification”  in  the 
Index. 
ITEM 
NO. SERVICE 
1 Engine  Oil  and  Filter Change* - 
Always  use SH or SG Energy 
Conserving  I1 oils  of proper 
viscosity.  The engine requires  a 
special  oil meeting  GM  Standard 
GM4718M.  Oils meeting  this 
Standard  may  be  identified  as 
synthetic,  and  should  also be 
identified  as API Service 
SH or 
SG.  However,  not  all Synthetic 
API  Service 
SH oils  will  meet 
ITEM 
NO. SERVICE 
this GM  Standard. You should 
look  for and use only an oil  that 
meets  GM  Standard  GM4718M. 
To  determine the  preferred 
viscosity  for your  vehicle’s 
engine  (e.g., 
SAE 5W-30  or SAE 
10W-30),  see “Engine  Oil” in 
the  Index. 
Your  vehicle  has  an Engine  Oil 
Life  Monitor.  This monitor  will 
show  you  when  to change  the oil 
- usually  between  3,000 miles 
(5 000 km) and 7,500 miles 
( 12 500 km) since your  last  oil 
change.  Under  severe conditions 
the  indicator  may come  on before 
3,000  miles 
(5 000 km). Never 
drive  your vehicle more than 
7,500  miles  (12 
500 km) or 12 
months  without  an oil change. 
The  system  won’t  detect dust in 
the  oil.. 
So if  you  drive in  a dusty 
area be sure 
to change  your oil 
every  3,000 miles 
(5 000 km) or 
sooner  if the  “Change  Oil” light 
comes  on. 
ITEM 
NO. 
2 
3 
4 
SERVICE 
Remember  to  reset  the  Oil  Life 
Monitor  when the  oil  has  been 
changed.  For  more  information,  see  “Engine  Oil  Life Monitor” 
in  the  Index. 
Chassis  Lubrication 
- Lubricate 
suspension  and  steering  linkage. 
Lubricate  the  transmission  shift 
linkage,  and  parking  brake  cable  guides,  underbody  contact  points 
and  linkage. 
Engine  Accessory  Drive  Belt(s)  Inspection 
- Inspect  the  belt(s) 
for  cracks,  fraying,  wear  and 
proper  tension.  Replace  as  needed.  (Belts  can  have  many 
small  cracks  in  individual  ribs 
without  affecting  performance.) 
Cooling  System  Service* 
- 
Drain,  flush  and  refill  the  system with 
new or  approved  recycled 
coolant  conforming  to  GM 
Specification  1825M.  Keep 
coolant  at the  proper  mixture  as 
specified.  See  “Coolant” in  the 
* An Emission Control Service. 
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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.” 
I -I 
237. . .   

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Acceleration  Slip Regulation 
System 
..................... 126 
Accessory  Plug 
.................. 76 
Acrylic  Roof  Panel 
............... 70 
Adding  Coolant 
................ 189 
Add-on  Electrical  Equipment 
..... 21 8 
Air  Bag System ................. 23 
How  the  System  Works 
......... 24 
Servicing  Your  Air  Bag- 
Equipped  Corvette 
........... 26 
Readiness  Light 
................ 24 
Air  Cleaner 
.................... 182 
Air  Conditioner  Controls 
......... 106 
Air  Control  Buttons 
............. 106 
Air  Filter  Replacement 
........... 183 
Alignment  and  Tire  Balance.  Wheel 
. 208 
Aluminum  Wheels 
.............. 2  15 
AMPM  Stereo 
With  Cassette  Tape  Player 
...... 11 3 
With  Cassette  Tape  and 
Compact  Disc  Player 
........ 11  5 
Antenna.  Power  Mast.  Care 
....... 11  8 
Anti-Lock  Brakes 
.............. ‘125 
System  Active  Light 
............ 86 
System  Warning  Light 
.......... 85 
To  Use 
..................... 126 
Appearance  Care 
............... 21 0 
Appearance  Care  and  Materials .... 21  7 
Appearance  Care.  Service  and 
..... 171  Ashtray  and 
Lighter 
.............. 75 
ASR  System 
................... 126 
Active  Light 
.................. 87 
Off Light .................... 86 
Warning  Light 
................ 86 
Audio  Systems 
................. 112 
Audio  Systems.  Comfort  Controls  and 
................. 105 
Automatic  Electronic Climate 
Control 
..................... 108 
Air  Control  Buttons 
........... 108 
Automatic  Control 
............ 109 
Defogging  and  Defrosting 
Windows 
................. 110 
Fan 
Control Buttons ........... 108 
Manual  Bi-Level 
............. 109 
Manual  Cooling 
.............. 109 
-Manual  Heating 
.............. 109 
Manual  Ventilation 
............ 109 
System  Problems 
............. 110 
Temperature  Control Switch .... 108 
Temperature  Sensors 
.......... 108 
Automatic  Transmission 
.......... 5  1 
Automatic  Transmission  Fluid 
..... 184 
Axle.  Limited-Slip Rear 
........... 56 
Axle.  Rear 
.................... 188 
Babies.  Smaller Children 
Balance.  Wheel  Alignment  and 
(Safety  Belts) 
.............. 28 
and  Tire 
.................... 208  Battery 
....................... 195 
Battery  Replacement.  Passive Keyless 
Entry  System 
................. 41 
BBB  Auto  Line 
. Alternative 
Dispute  Resolution  Program. 
GM  Participation  in 
......... 253 
Before  Leaving  on  a  Long  Trip 
.... 135 
Belt.  Lap-Shoulder 
............... 20 
Bi-Level 
...................... 107 
Blizzard.  If  You’re  Caught  in a 
.... 138 
Block  Heater.  Engine 
............. 50 
Brakes  Adjustment 
.................. 194 
Anti-Lock  (ABS) 
............. 125 
Fluid 
....................... 193 
Master  Cylinder 
.............. 193 
Parking 
...................... 56 
PedalTravel 
................. 194 
System  Parts.  Replacing 
........ 194 
System  Warning  Light 
.......... 84 
Wear  Indicators.  Disc 
.......... 194 
Braking  (Control  of a  Vehicle) 
..... 124 
Braking  in  Emergencies 
.......... 127 
“Break.In. 
.. New  Vehicle ......... 46 
Brightness  Control 
............... 67 
Bulb  Replacement 
.............. 195 
Back-up  Light 
............... 198 
Center  High-Mounted  Stoplight 
.............. 200.  201 
Cornering  Light 
.............. 199 
Fog  Lamp 
................... 196 
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..................... 189 
Engine 
..................... 188 
Heater.  Engine 
................ 50 
How  to Add  to the Coolant 
Recovery  Tank 
............. 153 
How  to  Add  to  the  Coolant 
High  Fill  Reservoir 
...... 154.  157 
Temperature  Gage.  Engine 
....... 89 
Cooling 
....................... 107 
Cooling  System 
............ 151.  152 
Corvette  Action  Center 
.......... 253 
Courtesy  Lights 
................. 68 
Courtesy  Transportation 
.......... 255 
Cruise  Control 
.................. 64 
Passing  Another  Vehicle 
While  Using 
................ 66 
To  Erase  Speed  Memory 
........ 66 
To Get  Out  of ................. 66 
To  Reduce  Speed 
While  Using 
................ 65 
To Resume  a Set  Speed ......... 65 
ToSet 
....................... 64 
Using  on  Hills 
................ 66 
Curves.  Driving  on 
.............. 127 
Customer  Assistance 
To Increase  Speed  While  Using ... 65 
for  the  Hearing  or  Speech  Impaired  (TDD) 
............ 252 
Customer  Assistance  Information 
. . 251 
Customer  Satisfaction  Procedure 
... 252  Daytime 
Running  Lights 
........ 68 
Deep  Standing  Water. 
Driving  through 
............... 50 
Defects.  Safety  Reporting  to General  Motors 
.... 254 
Reporting  to the  Canadian 
Government 
............... 254 
Reporting  to the  United  States 
Government 
............... 254 
Defensive  Driving 
.............. 122 
Defogger.  Rear Window 
......... 11 1 
Defogging  and  Defrosting  Windows 
................... 107 
Delayed  Accessory  Bus 
........... 47 
Delco-Base@ AM/FM  Stereo 
with  Cassette  Tape  and 
Compact  Disc  Player 
........ 115 
Dimensions.  Vehicle 
............ 227 
Dimmer  (Brightness Control) 
...... 67 
Disc  Break  Wear  Indicators 
....... 194 
Doing 
Your Own  Service 
Work 
....................... 172 
Door  Ajar  Light 
.................... 94 
Locks 
....................... 37 
Locks.  Power 
................. 38 
Storage  Compartment 
.......... 73 
Downshifting 
................... 55 
Driver  Information  Center ......... 80 
Driver Position  (Safety Belts) ...... 19 Driving 
AtNight 
.................... 131 
City 
........................ 134 
Defensive 
................... 122 
Drunken 
.................... 122 
Freeway 
.................... 134 
In  the  Rain 
.................. 132 
On  Curves 
.................. 127 
On  Snow  or  Ice 
.............. 138 
Through  Deep  Standing  Water 
.... 50 
Winter ...................... 137 
Drunken  Driving 
............... 122 
ECM  Engine  Fuse  Block 
........ 222 
Electrical  Equipment.  Add-on 
..... 218 
Emergencies.  Braking  in 
......... 127 
Emergencies.  Steering  in 
......... 128 
Engine 
Cleaning 
.................... 215 
Coolant 
..................... 188 
Coolant  (Block) Heater 
......... 50 
Coolant  Temperature  Gauge ..... 89 
Exhaust 
...................... 59 
Identification 
................ 218 
Oil 
........................ 178 
Oil  Life  Monitor 
............... 94 
Oil  Pressure  Gauge 
............. 91 
Oil  Temperature  Gauge 
......... 92 
Overheating 
................. 150 
Power  Switch 
................. 49 
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