1995 CHEVROLET CORVETTE oil level

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You should look for this on the oil container, and use
only those oils that are identified as meeting GM
Standard
4718M and have the “Starburst” symbol on the
front of the oil container.
Your Corvette engine is filled at the factory with a
Mobil
1 @ synthetic oil, which meets all requirements for
your vehicle.
Substitute Oil (LTl Only): When adding oil to
maintain engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard
GM47
18M may not be available. You can add substitute
oil designated
SAE 5W-30 with the “Starburst” symbol
or API Service SH at all temperatures. If temperatures
are above
0” F (- 18 O C), you may substitute SAE
1OW-30 with the “Starburst” symbol or API Service
SH
oil. This oil should not be used for an oil change.
Substitute Oil (LT5 Only): When adding oil to
maintain engine oil level,
if an oil meeting GM Standard
GM47
18M is not available, you can use oil designated
SAE 1OW-30 with the “Starburst” symbol or API
~ Service SH at all temperatures. This oil should not be
used for
an oil change.
Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Chevrolet dealer is
ready to advise if you think something should be added.
When to Change Engine Oil
See if any one of these is true for you:
0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop and
go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
If any one of these is true for your vehicle, you need to
change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles
(5 000 km)
or 3 months -- whichever comes first. (See “Engine Oil
Life Monitor” in the Index.)
If none of them is true, change the oil and filter every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever
comes first. (See “Engine Oil Life Monitor” in the
Index.)
Engine Coolant Heater
An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have
to
park outside in very cold weather, 0” F (- 1 8 O C) or
colder. If your vehicle has this feature, see “Engine
Coolant Heater” in the Index.
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5. Reverse the steps.
0 Align the tabs to the slots in the bottom of the
0 Install the short knob into the middle hole first.
assembly before you
replace it.
Then install the longer knobs into the outer holes.
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change
your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealer
Service Department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the
dipstick.
I
I NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transmission.
Too much can mean that some of
the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine
parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your
transmission fluid.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine What to Use What to Use
To add lubricant when the level is low, use Axle
Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345977) or SAE SOW-90
GL-5 gear lubricant.
To completely refill after draining,
add
4 ounces (1 18 ml) of Limited-Slip Differential
Lubricant Additive (GM Part
No. 1052358). Then fill to
the bottom of the filler plug hole with Axle Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 12345977) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 gear
lubricant.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low.
If you have a problem with
engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your
high fill reservoir, see “Engine Overheating” in the
Index.
The proper coolant for your Corvette will:
Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 262 “F (128 ” C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights work as they should. Use a mixture
of one-half
clean water (preferably
distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets
“GM
Specification 1825M,” which won’t damage aluminum
parts.
You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to
GM Specification 1825M with a complete coolant flush
and refill. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer)
with any complete coolant flush and refill. If
you use
this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine e Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
IMPORTANT:
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
This section covers the maintenance required for your
Corvette. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its
safety, dependability and emission control performance.
protection
m-
Plan
Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working 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 vehicle.
To help protect our
environment, and to help keep your vehicle in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan ? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See
your
Chevrolet dealer for details.
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Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
per$orm these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mix
if necessary. See “Coolant” in the Index for
further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation
Check tire inflation. Make sure tires are inflated to the
pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Information
label located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50
hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for
further details.
Power Antenna
Clean power antenna mast. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Fog ....................................... 2-48
FrontMap
.................................. 2-49
Interior
.................................... 2-49
Lamps On Reminder
............................ 2-46
Lane Change Indicator
........................... 2-40
Lap Belt Cinch Feature
.......................... 1 - 12
Larger Children. Safety Belt Use
................... 1-28
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-3
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-4
Air Bag Readiness
........................... 2-69
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
....... 2-34
Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System Active
................ 2-72
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
........... 2-72. 4-6
ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation)
System Active
............................ 2-74
System Off
............................... 2-73
System Warning
....................... 2-73. 4-8
Brake System Warning ........................ 2-70
Charging System
............................. 2-70
CheckGauges
............................... 2-85
DoorAjar
.................................. 2-78
LowCoolant
................................ 2-75
LowOil
.................................... 2-86
Low Tire Pressure Warning System
.............. 2-76
Parking Brake Indicator
....................... 2-71
Passive Keyless Entry
......................... 2-88
Safety Belt Reminder
..................... 1-6. 2-69
Security
.................................... 2-88
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-80
ServiceLTPWS
.............................. 2-78
Service Ride Control
.......................... 2-87
Lighter. Cigarette
............................... 2-61 Limited-Slip
Rear Axle
.......................... 2-31
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-28
Locks
Door ....................................... 2-3
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-4
Steering Column
............................. 7-43
Long Trip, Before Leaving on a
.................... 4-21
Loss
of Control ................................ 4-14
Low Coolant Light
.............................. 2-75
LowOilLight
................................. 2-86
Low Tire Pressure Warning System Light
............ 2-76
Lubrication, Body
.............................. 7-42
Lumbar Controls, Power Seat
.................... 1-2
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-48
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Owner Checks and Services
.................... 7-41
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
............... 7-44
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............ 7-45
Schedule1
................................... 7-6
Schedule
I Definition .......................... 7-4
Schedule11
................................. 7-29
Schedule I1 Definition
.......................... 7-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services
................. 7-2
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts
............ 6-77
Maintenance, Underbody Flushing
................. 7-43
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service Engine Soon Light)
..................... 2-80
Manual Air Conditioning Controls
.................. 3-1
ManualBi-Level
................................ 3-7
ManualCooling
................................. 3-7
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-1
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