1996 CHEVROLET CORVETTE torque

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If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your
transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the
vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in
the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the
shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”
To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then
shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the
driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into
PARK
(P)” in the Index.
When you
are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another
vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the
pressure from the transmission,
so you can pull the shift
lever out of PARK (P).
Shifting Out of PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission)
Your Corvette has a brake-transmission shift interlock.
You have to fully apply your regular brake before you
can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the
RUN position. See “Automatic Transmission Operation”
in the Index. If you
cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever
-- push the shift lever all the way into
PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you
maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever
button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish.
If
you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t
shift out of PARK (P), try this:
1. Turn the key to the
OFF position.
2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.
3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).
4. Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear
you want.
5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.
Parking Your Vehicle
(Manual Transmission)
Before you get out of your vehicle, put your manual
transmission in
REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the
parking brake.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The jack, wheel nut socket and wheel lock key are in the
rear storage compartment behind the passenger’s seat.
Open the compartment door and remove the plastic tray.
Lift the jack, wheel nut socket and wheel lock key out of
the foam container.
Your Corvette wheel lock key has a unique registration
number. The registration number is printed on a card
included in your lock nut package.
Also on this card is
lost key replacement information. This number is
not
recorded by GM or your dealer, so be sure not to lose this card.
You will need the information if you ever lose
your wheel lock key.
Always use the wheel nut socket when you use the
wheel wrench provided with your Corvette.
If you have
someone else remove your wheels, make sure you give
them the special wheel nut socket and wheel lock key.
NOTICE:
Your wheels could be damaged if the wheel nut
socket is not used to remove your Corvette’s wheels.
The wheel nut socket can be used with an air wrench or
a torque wrench. The wheel lock key can be used with a
torque wrench, but not with an air or impact wrench.
I NOTICE:
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Your wheel lock key or lock nuts could be
damaged if an air
or impact wrench is used with
this key.
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10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
11. Tighten the wheel nuts
firmly in a criss-cross
sequence as shown.
Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose
and even come
off. This could lead to an accident.
Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have
to replace them, be sure to get new
GM original
equipment wheel nuts.
Stop somewhere
as soon as you can and have the
nuts tightened with
a torque wrench to 100 lb-ft
(140 N-m).

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Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage.
To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
The LOWPLAT TIRE or SERVICE LTPWS light
will stay on as long as
you are using the compact spare
tire. It should
go out when the original tire is replaced.
After you have the flat tire repaired or replaced,
install the plastic nut caps and tighten them to
22 lb-in (2.5 N-m).
Storing a mat -- Except Grand Sport Coupe
Rear Tires
or Spare Tire and Tools
-A
,A CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter ..................................................... A 1097C
GM Part
No. 25096933 or equivalent
Battery
.............................................................. 75B-72
Coolant High Fill Reservoir Cap
........................................... RC27
15 psi (105 kPa)
GM Part
No. 6410782 or equivalent
Crankcase Ventilation Valve
........................................... CV895C
Engine Oil Filter
....................................................... PF52
GM Part
No. 25010908 or equivalent
Flat Ratchet Wrench (Convertible Hardtop
Only) ...... GM Part No. 101 37741 or equivalent
PCV Valve
.................................................. AC Type CV895C
Serpentine Belt
................................ GM Part No. 10230259 or equivalent
Spark Plug
............................................ .4 1-943 (0.050 inch Gap)
GM Part
No. 5614244 or equivalent
Thermostat
................................... GM Part No. 10223370 or equivalent
Tom@ Wrench
................................ GM Part No. 1017231 1 or equivalent
Windshield Wiper Blade Length
...................... .......................... 20 inches (508 mm)
Type ................................................. 0.'25 inch (6.35 mm) pin
Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque .......... ......... ................... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m)
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Power Curves
LT1 Engine 350 500 r
450 c 4 315
ENGINE SPEED-RPM
Power Curves
500 ,- LT4 Engine 1 350
2 250
200
150
TORQUE
HORSEPOWER
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Tire Chains .................................. 6-53
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-28
Tires
......................................... 6-46
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-52
BuyingNew
................................. 6-50
Changing a Flat
.............................. 5-22
Cleaning
.................................... 6-60
Compact Spare
............................... 5-38
Extended Mobility
............................ 6-47
Inflation
.................................... 6-48
Inflation Check
............................... 7-40
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-49
Loading
.................................... 4-28
Pressure
.................................... 6-48
Storing a Flat
........................... 5-33, 5-36
Temperature
................................. 6-5 1
Traction .................................... 6-51
Treadwe
ar ................................... 6-51
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-51
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-49
Wheel Replacement
........................... 6-52
When It’s Time for New
....................... 6-49
TorqueLock
................................... 2-31
Torque, Wheel Nut
......................... 5-32, 6-75
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-29
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-6
Trailer Towing
............................... 4-29
TopStrap
..................................... 1-26 Transmission Fluid
.............................. 6-18
Automatic
................................... 6-18
Manual
..................................... 6-21
Transmitters. Passive Keyless Entry
................. 2-4
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-6
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-74
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-3
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
............. 2-36
Turn Signalklultifunction Lever
................... 2-35
Underbody Flushing Service
..................... 7-43
Underbody Maintenance
......................... 6-61
Universal Theft-Deterrent
........................ 2-13
UnderhoodLampsFuse
.......................... 6-72
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-5
Damage Warnings
.............................. ix
Dimensions
................................. 6-77
Identification Number
......................... 6-63
Loading
.................................... 4-28
Ventilation System
............................... 3-9
Visor Vanity
Mirrors ............................ 2-51
Visors, Sun
.................................... 2-51
Voltmeter
..................................... 2-77
Storage
..................................... 6-35
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Warning Lights. Gauges and Indicators
.............. 2-74
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-30
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-58
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-57
LockKey
................................... 5-24
Nut Torque
............................. 5.32. 6.75
Wheel
Alignment
.................................. 6-52
Replacement
...................... : .......... 6-52
Wrench
.................. ............. 5.23 Windows
..................................... 2-34
Express-Down
............................... 2-34
Power
...................................... 2-34
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-38
Fluid
....................................... 6-30
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-40
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-37
Blade Replacement
...................... 6.45. 6.75
Winter Driving
.................................. 4-24
Wiring. Headlamp
............................... 6-64
Fuses
...................................... 6-64
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-6
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