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The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced 
carefully  at the factory 
to give  you the longest tire life 
and best overall performance. 
In most cases,  you will not need to have your wheels 
aligned again. However, 
if you  notice unusual tire wear 
or  your vehicle pulling  one way  or the other, the 
alignment  may need to be reset. 
If you notice your 
vehicle vibrating when driving 
on a smooth road, your 
wheels  may need to be rebalanced. 
Wheel  Replacement 
Replace  any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted 
or  corroded.  If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, 
wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should  be replaced. 
If the 
wheel leaks  air, replace it (except some aluminum 
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your 
Chevrolet dealer 
if any  of these conditions exist. 
Your  dealer will know the lund  of wheel you  need. 
Each new wheel should have the same load carrying  capacity,  diameter,  width, offset, and be mounted the 
same  way as the  one  it replaces. 
If  you need  to replace any  of your wheels, wheel bolts, 
or  wheel  nuts, replace them only  with  new 
GM original equipment parts. 
This way,  you  will  be sure  to  have the 
right wheel, wheel  bolts,  and wheel nuts  for  your 
Corvette model. 
I NOTICE: 
The  wrong  wheel  can  also  cause  problems  with 
bearing  life,  brake  cooling, 
speedometer/odometer  calibration,  headlamp  aim,  bumper  height,  vehicle  ground  clearance, 
and  tire  clearance  to  the  body  and  chassis. 
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Inspections 
Listed  below  are  inspections  and  services  which  should be 
performed at  least  twice  a  year  (for  instance,  each  spring 
and  fall).  You should  let  your  GM  dealer’s  service 
department  or  other  qualified  service  center  do  these  jobs. 
Make  sure  any  necessary  repairs 
are completed  at  once. 
Restraint  Systems 
Now and then, make  sure  all your belts, buckles,  latch 
plates,  retractors,  anchorages  and reminder systems  are 
working  properly.  Look for any  loose  parts  or  damage. 
If  you  see  anything  that might keep  a restraint system 
from  doing  its  job,  have it repaired. 
Steering  and  Suspension  Inspection 
Inspect  the  front  and rear  suspension and steering 
system  for  damaged, loose  or missing parts,  signs of 
wear, 
or lack  of lubrication.  Inspect  the power  steering 
lines  and hoses for  proper hookup, binding,  leaks, 
cracks,  chafing, etc. 
Tire  and  Wheel  Inspection 
Inspect  the  tires for uneven wear or damage.  If there  is 
irregular  or  premature wear, check the wheel  alignment. 
Inspect  for  damaged wheels. 
Exhaust  System  Inspection 
Inspect  the  complete  exhaust  system.  Inspect  the  body  near 
the  exhaust  system.  Look  for  broken,  damaged,  missing  or 
out-of-position  parts  as  well  as  open  seams,  holes,  loose 
connections,  or other  conditions  which  could  cause  a  heat 
build-up  in  the  floor  pan  or  could  let  exhaust  fumes  into 
the  vehicle.  See “Engine  Exhaust”  in the  Index. 
Manual  Transmission 
Check  the  transmission  fluid  level;  add if needed.  See 
“Manual  Transmission”  in  the  Index. 
A fluid  loss  may 
indicate  a  problem.  Check  the  system  and  repair 
if needed. 
Rear  Axle  Service 
Check  the  gear  lubricant  level  in  the  rear  axle  and  add if 
needed.  See “Rear  Axle”  in  the  Index. A fluid  loss  may 
indicate  a  problem.  Check  the  axle  and  repair  it  if  needed. 
Brake  System  Inspection 
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines  and 
hoses  for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, 
etc.  Inspect  disc brake  pads for wear and  rotors for 
surface  condition. Inspect other brake parts, including 
calipers, parking  brake, etc. 
You may  need  to  have  your 
brakes inspected more  often if your driving  habits or 
conditions result in frequent braking. 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Index 
Accessory Plug ............. ............. 2-62 
Adding  Automatic  Transmission  Fluid 
................ 6-22 
Brake  Fluid 
...................... ...... 6-34 
Coolant  to  the  Recovery  Tank 
....... ........ 6-29 
Electrical  Equipment .................... 2-  19.  6-67 
Engine  Coolant 
.............................. 6-28 
Engineoil 
.................................. 6-13 
Manual  Transmission  Fluid 
.................... 6-24 
Power  Steering  Fluid 
......................... 6-3 1 
SoundEquipment ............................ 3-17 
Windshield  Washer  Fluid 
................. 2-42. 6-3 1 
AirBag ....................................... 1-17 
How Does  it  Restrain ......................... 1-20 
How it Works ............................... 1 - I8 
Location 
................................... 1-19 
Readiness  Light 
............................. 2-69 
Servicing ................................... 1-22 
System 
..................................... 1-17 
What  Makes 
it Inflate ......................... 1-20 
What  Will 
You See  After it Inflates .............. 1-2 1 
When  Should it Inflate ........................ 1-20 
Air  Cleaner 
.................................... 6-  17 
Air Conditioner  Controls .......................... 3- 1 
Air  Conditioning ................................ 3-4  Air  Control 
Buttons 
.......................... 3.2. 3.5 
Alignment  and  Balance.  Tires ..................... 6-54 
Antenna.  Power  Mast Care 
....................... 3-19 
Anti-Lock  Brake System Active  Light 
.............. 2-72 
Anti-Lock  Brake  System Warning  Light 
......... 2.72.  4.6 
Anti-Lock  Brakes 
............................... 4-6 
Antifreeze ..................................... 6-27 
Appearance  Care 
............................... 6-55 
Appearance  Care and  Materials 
.................... 6-65 
Ashtray 
....................................... 2-60 
ASR  (Acceleration  Slip Regulation) System 
........... 4-8 
Active  Light 
................................ 2-74 
OffLight 
................................... 2-73 
Warning  Light 
........................... 2.73. 4.8 
Audio  System.  Tips  about Your .................... 3-17 
Audio  Systems 
................................. 3- IO 
Automatic  Control ............................... 3-6 
Automatic  Electronic  Climate Control ................ 3-4 
Automatic  Transmission 
......................... 2-24 
Automatic  Overdrive Position 
.................. 2-26 
Drive 
(D) Position ............................ 2-26 
First 
(1) Position ............................. 2-27 
Neutral 
(N) Position .......................... 2-26 
Alarm.  Theft  Deterrent 
System 
.................... 2-12 
Aluminum  Wheels.  Cleaning 
...................... 6-63 
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Sidemarker. Bulb Replacement .................... 6-42 
Signaling Turns ................................ 2-40 
Sixth (6) Position.  Manual  Transmission ............. 2-28 
Sound Equipment,  Adding ........................ 3-17 
Spare Tire,  Compact ............................. 5-40 
Speaker Covers, Cleaning ........................ 6-59 
Specially  Treated  Windshield  (ZR- 1) ................ 3-9 
Specifications Chart ............................. 6-75 
Speedometer ................................... 2-67 
Sportseat ...................................... 1-2 
Springs, Fiberglass .............................. 6-64 
Stains, Cleaning ................................ 6-57 
Starter Switch .................................. 7-42 
Starting Your Engine 
Automatic  Transmission 
....................... 2- 18 
Manual  Transmission ......................... 2- 18 
5.7 Liter  LT1 Engine .......................... 2-20 
5.7 Liter LT5 Engine .......................... 2- 18 
Steam,  If Coming  From  Your Engine 
............... 5- 13 
Steering  Column  Lock ........................... 7-43 
Steering  In Emergencies ......................... 4- 11 
Steering  Tips .................................. 4- 10 
Steering  Wheel, Tilt ............................. 2-38 
Steering,  Power ................................ 4-10 
Storage, Of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-36 
Storing  a Flat Tire  (Except  ZR- 1 Rear Tires) ......... 5-37 
Storing  a Flat Tire (ZR-1 Rear Tires) ............... 5-39 
Storing  the Roof  Panel ........................... 2-54 
Stuck, If You  Are ............................... 5-41 
Sunvisors .................................... 2-51 
Switch,  Temperature  Control ....................... 3-5 
Skidding ...................................... 4-14 
Steering ...................................... 4-10 
Symbols.  Vehicle .................................. x 
System Problems 
............................... 2-82 
Tachometer ................................ 2-68 
Temperature Control Lever ........................ 3-2 
Temperature Control Switch ....................... 3-5 
Temperature Sensors ............................. 3-6 
Theft ......................................... 2-11 
Theft-Deterrent Alarm System ..................... 2-12 
Theft.Deterrent.  Universal ........................ 2-12 
Thermostat .................................... 6-29 
Third (3) Position. Manual  Transmission ............ 2-28 
Tilt Steering  Wheel ............................. 2-38 
Tips about  Your Audio System .................... 3-17 
Tire Chains .................................... 6-55 
Tire Inspection and Rotation ...................... 6-51 
Alignment  and Balance ........................ 6-54 
ChangingaFlat .............................. 5-27 
Extended Mobility ........................... 6-49 
Inflation .................................... 6-50 
Inspection and Rotation ....................... 6-51 
Spare, Compact .............................. 5-40 
Temperature ................................ 6-53 
Traction .................................... 6-53 
Treadwear .................................. 6-52 
Uniform Quality Grading ...................... 6-52 
Wear  Indicators .............................. 6-51 
Wheel  Replacement .......................... 6-54 
When  It’s  Time  for New ....................... 6-51 
TireLoading ................................... 4-28 
Tires ......................................... 6-48 
BuyingNew ................................ 6-52 
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