1996 CHEVROLET CORVETTE air conditioning

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine "'"J NORMAL NC: Use for normal cooling on hot
days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through
the instrument panel vents.
The air conditioning compressor operates in NORMAL
A/C, as well as RECIRCULATE, BI-LEVEL and
DEFROST. It only works when the outside temperature
is above freezing. When the air conditioning 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.
+,d BI-LEVEL: This setting cools or heats outside air
and directs it through the instrument panel vents and the
floor ducts.
de
do
do /I VENT: Air flows through the instrument panel
vents. The air conditioning compressor does not run in
VENT mode.
wg 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 run 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.
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.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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
Your vehicle has several settings for clearing your
windows. The air conditioning 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.
Cooling
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.
Direct airflow through the air conditioning outlets
closest to the side windows.
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 conditioning compressor 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 Defogging and Defrosting
Your vehicle has several settings for clearing your
windows. The air conditioning compressor will run to
help remove moisture from the air.
Manual Cooling
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 RECRCULATE. 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. To
defrost the windshield quickly, press the arrows on
the TEMP SET switch to set a comfortable temperature.
Press DEFROST and the fan will go to high speed. After
the windows
are clear, you can lower the speed using the
downward arrow or AUTO FAN.
With the automatic system, to warm passengers while
keeping the windshield clear, press the arrows on the TEMP SET switch to set a comfortable temperature.
Press HEATER and DEFROST at the same time and, if
you don’t,like the automatic setting, press the arrows on
the fan speed switch.
To defrost
the side windows quickly, press the arrows on
the
TEMP SET switch to set a comfortable temperature.
Then press DEFROST and, if you don’t like the automatic
setting, press the mows on the fan speed switch.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Press the button with the defog symbol on it to turn on
the defogger. (The button is at the lower right on the
manual system and at the upper right on the automatic
system.) An indicator light will come
on to remind you
that the defogger is on. The defogger will turn off
automatically after about
10 minutes of use. You can
also turn the defogger
off by pressing the switch again
or
by turning off the ignition.
Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license
or a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window.
NOTICE:
Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp
on the inside
of the rear window. If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Ventilation System
Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the
louvered vents.
Your Corvette’s flow-through ventilation system
supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving.
Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or
the air conditioning fan is running.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Replacement Bulbs
Air Conditioning and Heater Control ......... 37
Automatic Transmission Indicator
........ 194NA
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
........... 1156
Console
............................... 564
Door Courtesy
......................... 2 12-2
DoorFlood
............................. 73
Driver Information Center
.................. *
Back-up .............................. 1156
Cornering
............................ 1156
Floor Courtesy
......................... 562
Fog .................................. 896
Front ParkingDurn Signal
............. 2057NA Headlamp
.......................... HP6054
Instrument Cluster
License
................................ 24
Mirror Flood
............................ 74
Radio
* .........................
Mirror Reading ......................... 168
Rear Courtesy (Convertible)
............... 562
Rear Courtesy (except Convertible)
......... 906
Sidemarker
............................. 24
Tail/Stop/Turn
......................... 2057
Underhood
............................ 2 12-2
Visor Vanity Mirror
....................... 74
* ...................................
* These bulbs are not owner.serviceab1e . See your
dealel:
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.
Air Conditioning ................. See the refrigerant information label under the hood.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill
.............................................. 5 quarts (4.7 L)*
Overhaul
............................................. 10.8 quarts (10.2 L)*
LT1 ........... ................................... 14.5 quarts (13.7 L)
LT4
.................................................... 14.6quarts(13.8L)
Without Filter Change
....................................... 4.0 quarts (3.8 L)*
With Filter Change ......................................... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)*
FuelTank ................................ ............. 20.0 gallons (75.7 L)
Manual Transmission (Overhaul)
............................. 2.2 quarts (2.1 L)*
Rear Axle
Lubricant
.................................................. 1.5 quarts (1.42 L)
Limited Slip Additive
...................................... .4.0 ounces (1 18 ml)
Tire Pressures
.......... See Tire-Loading Information label on rear edge of driver’s door
Cooling System
Crankcase
* Recheck fluid level after filling. See Section 6 or the Index.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Accessory Belt Routing Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you’re not sure, ask your Corvette dealer.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Accessory Plug ............................... 2-52
AirBag
....................................... 1-17
How Does it Restrain
.......................... 1-2 1
Howitworks
................................ 1-19
Location
.................................... 1-19
Servicing
.................................... 1-22
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-20
What Will You See After it Inflates
............... 1-21
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-20
Air Bag Readiness Light
.................... 1 - 18. 2-76
Air Bag System
................................ 1 - 17
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-15
Air Conditioning
........................ 3.2.3.3. 3.7
Alarm. Theft-Deterrent
.......................... 2- 13
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-52
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-60
Antenna. Power
................................ 3-20
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-25
Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light
.......... 2-80. 4-8
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
......... 2-79. 4-6
Anti-Lock Brakes
............................... 4-6
Appearance Care
............................... 6-54 Appearance Care
Materials
....................... 6-62
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-7
ASR Active Light
........................... 2-8 1. 4.8
ASR Off Light
................................. 2-81
ASR System
.................................... 4-8
ASR System Warning Light ................... 2.80. 4.8
Audio Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-18
Audio Systems
................................. 3-10
Electronic Climate Control System ................ 3-4
Overdrive
................................... 2-23
Transmission
........................... 2- 18. 2-2 1
Transmission Check
........................... 7-41
Transmission Fluid
............................ 6-18
Transmission Park Mechanism Check
............. 7-43
Transmission. Fluid Temperature Reading
......... 2-97
Transmission. Operation
....................... 2-21
Transmission. Shifting
......................... 2-21
Transmission. Starting Your Engine
.............. 2-18
Axle. Limited-Slip Rear
......................... 2-28
Ashtray
....................................... 2-50
Automatic
Axle. Rear
.................................... 6-24
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