1995 CHEVROLET CORVETTE cooling

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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort Manual Air Conditioner Controls
control systems and audio systems offered with your
Corvette. Be sure to read about the particular system
supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls
With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling
and ventilation in your Corvette.
Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation
system described later in this section.
Fan Control Buttons
Press the arrows on the fan switch to select the force of
air you want.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Temperature Control Lever
Move the lever to change the temperature of the air
flowing from the system. Move it to the right for
warmer air and to the left for cooler air.
Air Control Buttons
OFF: The system is off.
RECIRCULATE: Provides maximum cooling or
quick cool-down
on very hot days. This setting
recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. If it is
used for long periods of time, the air may become dry.
This setting directs air through the upper air vents. It
will work when the outside temperatures are above
freezing.
'''9 NORMAL A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot
days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through
the instrument panel vents.
The air conditioner compressor also operates in
DEFROST. It only works when the outside temperature is
above freezing. When the air conditioner compressor is on,
you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's
engine speed and power. This is normal because the
system
is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to
keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy.
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*P@ BI-LEVEL: This setting cools or heats outside air
and directs it through the instrument panel vents and the
floor ducts.
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9 VENT: Air flows through the instrument panel
vents. The air conditioning compressor does not work in
VENT mode.
wj HEATER: This setting directs most of the air
through the floor ducts and some of the air through the
defroster vents. The air conditioning compressor does
not work in HEATER mode.
DEFROST This setting directs most of the air
through the windshield defroster and side window
defogger vents and some of the air through the floor
ducts.
Heating
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed
while using it.
Press HEATER and FAN UP, then slide the temperature
control lever to a comfortable setting.
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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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The air conditioner works best if you keep your
windows closed. On very hot days, open the windows
just long enough for the hot air to escape.
Press RECIRCULATE and
FAN UP, then slide the
temperature control lever to a comfortable setting.
After cool-down, adjust the air control buttons to
another setting. The compressor works in all settings
except VENT and HEATER and at all temperatures
above freezing.
When the air conditioner is on, you may notice slight
changes in your vehicle's engine speed and power. This
is normal because the system is designed to cycle the
compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature
and help fuel economy.
Automatic Electronic Climate Control
(Option)
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With this system, you set a temperature and then either
let the system adjust airflow and force to maintain the
temperature, or you can manually adjust flow and force.
Fan Control Buttons
Press the arrows on the fan switch to select the force of
air you want. Press
AUTO FAN to let the system select
the force
of air.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Temperature Control Switch
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set the
temperature you want in your vehicle. The temperature
you select will show on the display for a few seconds,
then the outside temperature will show.
Air Control Buttons
OFF: The system is off.
AUTO: The system controls airflow.
RECIRCULATE: Provides maximum cooling or
quick cool-down on very hot days. This setting
recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. If it is
used for long periods
of time, the air may become dry.
This setting directs air through the upper air vents. It
will not work when the outside temperature is above
freezing.
49 BI-LEVEL: This setting directs outside air
through the instrument panel and side window defogger
vents and the floor ducts.
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9 VENT Outside air flows through the instrument
panel vents.
w2 HEATER: This setting directs all of the air
through the floor ducts.
DEFROST This setting directs most of the air
through the windshield defroster and side window
defogger vents and some of
the air through the floor
ducts.
*’ DEFOG: If you have the automatic system, this
setting directs air to the floor and defroster vents.
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To turn on DEFOG, push
the
DEFROST and
HEATER buttons at the
same time. Both green
lights above the buttons will
come on to let you know
that
DEFOG is working.
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BI-LEVEL can
heat or cool outside air and direct it in
two directions.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. Press VENT and, if you don’t
like the automatic setting, press the arrows on the fan
speed switch.
Manual Ventilation
For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or
cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through
your vehicle.
Press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. For ventilation, the system can’t cool the vehicle below the outside temperature.
Press VENT and, if you don’t like the automatic setting,
press the arrows on the fan speed switch. The air conditioner
works best if you keep your
windows closed.
On very hot days: open the windows
just long enough for the hot air to escape.
Press the arrows
on the TEMP SET switch to set a
comfortable temperature. Press RECIRCULATE. After
cool-down, adjust the airflow to another setting. The
compressor works in all settings except
VENT and
HEATER and at all temperatures above freezing.
Press the arrows on the fan speed switch
if you don’t
like the automatic setting. In
AUTO FAN on hot days,
the fan speed will be low at first to help get rid
of the
hot inside air.
When the air conditioner is on, you may notice slight
changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and power. This
is normal because the system is designed to cycle the
compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature
and help fuel economy.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re
planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make
your trips safer and more enjoyable.
0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid
levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and
transmission. These parts can work hard on
mountain roads.
0 Know how to go down hills. The most important
thing
to know is this: let your engine do some of the
slowing down. Shift
to a lower gear when you go
down a steep or long hill. 0 Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down
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to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine
and transmission, and you can climb the hill better.
Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane
roads
in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut
across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let
you stay in your own lane.
As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could
be something in your lane, like a stalled car
or an
accident.
You may
see highway signs on mountains that warn of
special problems. Examples are long grades, passing
or
no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding
roads. Be alert to these
and take appropriate action.
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