1995 CHEVROLET CORVETTE coolant

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For numeric gauge measurements, refer to the digital
readings by pressing GAUGES on the
Trip Monitor.
Marking
Gauge
E D C B A
LT1 Oil 100
260
235
210
185 100 Coolant
280 250
220
190
100 LT5 Oil
320 285
250
21 5 Temperature
Temperature
Temperature
CF
Your fuel gauge shows about how much fuel is in your
tank. The bars light up when the ignition is on or, if the
ignition is off, when
you turn on your parking lamps.
When the display
is down to the last two bars,
RESERVE will appear next to the gauge.
Here
are three concerns some owners have had about the
fuel gauge. All these situations
are normal and do not
indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gauge.
At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the
gauge reads
FULL (F).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine It’s normal for the transmission fluid temperature to
vary, depending on the type of driving you do and
weather conditions. If you drive on long grades on a hot
day, the transmission fluid temperature will be higher
than normal driving on a cold day. If you drive your
Corvette at high speeds with a lot of stop-and-go or fast
accelerations, your transmission fluid temperature may
also be higher.
If the transmission fluid exceeds
280°F (138 “C), the
CHECK GAUGES light will come on and HI
AUTO
will be displayed next to the transmission fluid
temperature when you toggle through the GAUGES
button. You should move the shift lever to DRIVE (D)
and continue driving at a slower, constant speed.
Monitor the transmission fluid temperature and allow
it
to cool to 180°F (82°C) to 200°F (93°C). Then, you
should check the transmission fluid level for a low fill or
overfill condition and bring your Corvette in for service
as soon as possible (see “Automatic Transmission Fluid”
in the Index). Also, check the engine coolant
temperature. If it’s too hot, see “Cooling System” in the
Index.
Check Gauges Light
This red light will come on
briefly when you are
starting the engine. If the
light comes on and stays on
while
you are driving, check
your gauges to see if they
are
in the warning areas.
This light can come
on for:
0 high engine oil temperature or low oil pressure
high coolant temperature
high or low battery voltage
0 low fuel level
0 high automatic transmission oil temperature
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SERVICE ASR ASR OFF
ASR LOW
ACTIVE COOLANT
PASSIVE
KEYLESS
ENTRY AIR
BAG
SERVICE
115- SOON
SERVICE LTPWS ABS
ACTIVE
SERVICE
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LOWlFLAT TIRE
SERVICE RIDE
CONTROL
LOW OIL
The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you
important safety and maintenance facts.
It will display
warning lights for the following:
SERVICE ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation)
ASROFF
0 SERVICE LTPWS (Low Tire Pressure Warning
System) (Option)
0 LOWELAT TIRE
ASR ACTIVE
LOW COOLANT
AIRBAG
0 ABS ACTIVE (Anti-Lock Brake System Active)
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL (Option)
PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY
0 (Charging System)
SERVICE ENGINE SOON
SERVICE ABS
LOW OIL
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater and you use
it in cold weather,
0 “F (- 18 “C) or lower, your heating
system can provide heat more quickly because the
engine coolant is already warmed. See “Engine Coolant
Heater” in the Index.
Bi-Level
You may want to use BI-LEVEL on cool, but sunny
days. This setting directs outside air through the
instrument panel vents and the floor ducts.
Press BI-LEVEL and FAN UP, then slide the
temperature control lever to a comfortable setting.
Ventilation
For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or
cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through
your vehicle.
Press VENT and FAN UP, then slide the temperature
control lever to a comfortable setting.
Defogging and Defrosting Windows
Your vehicle has several settings for clearing your
windows. The air conditioner compressor will run to
help remove moisture from the air.
To defrost the windshield quickly, press
DEFROST and
FAN UP, then slide the temperature control lever all the
way to the right or to the FULL
HOT position.
To defrost the side windows quickly, press BI-LEVEL
and FAN UP. Then slide the temperature control lever
all the way to the right. Direct airflow through the air
conditioning outlets closest to the side windows.
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Sunload:
This sensor is on top of the instrument panel.
When the inside temperature
is increased by sunlight,
the system will lower the inside temperature up to
5°F
(3 “C) below the setting on the display.
Outside Temperature: This sensor is on the right side
of the upper radiator support in the grille opening. This
is what you usually see on the display.
If the outside temperature goes up, the displayed
temperature will not change until:
a Vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h) for at least
0 Vehicle speed is above 45 mph (72 km/h) for
This delay helps prevent a false reading. If vehicle speed
remains above
25 mph (40 km/h) or the temperature
goes down, the display is updated immediately.
If your vehicle has been off for more than three hours,
the current outside temperature will be stored in the
system when you start the vehicle.
Inside temperature: This sensor is in the center air
outlet
on the passenger side.
If you block or cover either interior sensor, the system
will give a false reading.
3 minutes, or
1 1/2 minutes.
Automatic Control
The system will adjust to maintain the temperature you
set. It will select the best fan speed and aifflow setting to
keep you comfortable with the least amount of noise.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch’to set a
comfortable temperature. Then press AUTO
and the fan
speed will adjust automatically unless you press the
arrows on the switch.
Manual Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed
while using it.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. Then press HEATER and, if
you don’t like the automatic setting, press the arrows on
the fan speed switch.
In AUTO FAN on cold days, the
fan will stay off until the coolant warms up enough to
heat your vehicle.
If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater and you use
it in cold weather,
0 OF (- 18 O C) or lower, your heating
system can provide heat more quickly because the
engine coolant is already warmed. See “Engine Coolant
Heater” in the Index.
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Here are some tips for winter driving:
0 Have your Corvette in good shape for winter. Be
sure your engine coolant mix is correct.
0 You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
your vehicle. Include an
ice scraper,
a small brush or broom, a supply
of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a
couple
of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will
be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag
of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags
to help provide traction. Be sure
you properly secure
these items in your vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end
of each lower control arm.
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Do not allow chains to contact spring, as damage
to spring could result.
Engine Overheating
You will find an engine coolant temperature gauge on
the instrument cluster and a low coolant light on the
Driver Information Center.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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If’ your engine catches fire because you keep
driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be
badly damaged. The costly repairs would
not be
covered by your warranty.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no
steam, the problem may not be
too serious. Sometimes
the engine can get a little too hot when you:
0 Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Stop after high speed driving.
0 Idle for long periods in traffic.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign
of steam,
try this for a minute or
so:
1. Turn off your air conditioner.
2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan
speed and open the window as necessary.
3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N);
otherwise, shift to the highest gear while
driving
-- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a)
or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions.
If you
no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive.
Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the
warning doesn’t come back on, you
can drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your
vehicle right away.
If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine
for two or three minutes while you’re parked,
to see if
the warning stops. But then, if you still have the
warning,
turn off the engine and get everyone out of the
vehicle
until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service
help right away.
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