1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE roof

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5. To unlock the rear of the roof panel, press the latch
release button with your thumb and pull down the
latch lever with your fingers.
6. After releasing the latches, return the sun visors to
the forward position.
'. Stand on one side of the vehicle and, if necessary,
have your helper stand on the other side. Together,
carefully lift the front edge of the panel up and
forward, and out of the vehicle opening.
8. When the panel is loosened from the vehicle, one
person should grasp the roof panel as close to the
center of the car as possible and lift away the panel.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Storing the Roof Panel
I L!!! CAUTION:
If the roof panel is not stored properly, it could be
thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden
maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured.
Whenever you store the roof panel in the vehicle,
always be sure that
it is stored securely in the
rear area using the storage pins.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and
weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its
edges. Place the roof panel in the egg-shaped
stowage receivers after removing it from
the vehicle.
1. Turn the roof panel so that the rear edge of the
panel is facing the storage area. The locating pins
(at the rear
of the panel) should point toward the
egg-shaped stowage receivers on the floor of the
center compartment.
2. Push the panel forward until the pins bottom out in
the receivers.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3. There are two spring-loaded storage pins on the
rear wall of the storage compartment
(A). These
storage
pins go into the slots on each side of the
roof panel
(B).
4. Gently lower the roof panel onto the carpet ledge.
Then, pull each release rearward and upward to place
the storage pins into the holes of the roof panel.
5. Gently lift and lower the roof panel to be sure it is
locked into place.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Installing the Roof Panel 1.
An improperly attached roof panel may fall into
or
fly off the vehicle. You or others could be
injured. After installing the roof panel, always
check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on
the underside of the panel. Check now and then
to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and
weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on
its edges.
2.
3.
4.
Check to be sure that the front handles and rear latch
on the ceiling are in their opened positions before
attempting to install the roof panel.
If the roof panel
is stored in the rear area, grasp it
with your right hand at the middle edge near the
seatbacks, and with your left hand at the middle of
the edge closest to you. Reverse the steps described
previously under “Storing the Roof Panel.”
Remove the roof panel from the storage
compartment.
In most cases, it
is easier to install the removable
roof with two people rather than one. Place the
roof panel over the vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 5. Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the
weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening
(A).
Then align the pins at the rear of the roof panel
weatherstrip with the receiving cup in the body
weatherstrip
(B). Gently lower the front edge of
the roof panel to the front of the body opening
(C).
6. Rotate the front handles toward the side doors to
the closed position.
7. Hook the rear latch by pushing the lever up to the
locked position.
8. Grasp and tug the roof panel up and down and
side-to-side to make sure the roof panel is
securely installed.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Driver Set Temperature Knob
The DRIVER knob changes the temperature on the
driver's side of the vehicle. Turn the knob to the right
to increase the temperature and to the left to decrease
the temperature. Whenever you turn this knob, the
temperature will be displayed for approximately
five seconds along with the current fan speed and
air delivery mode.
When adjusting the temperature, start with a driver-set temperature of
73 "F (23 "C) until you determine your
comfort zone. If you choose
60°F (16"C), the system
will remain at maximum cooling and will not
automatically adjust fan speed or air delivery.
If you
choose
90°F (32"C), the system will remain at
maximum heating and will not automatically adjust fan
speed or air delivery. Choosing either maximum setting
will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
Turning
the knob past either maximum setting has no
effect on the operation of the system.
Passenger Temperature Offset
The PASSENGER knob changes the temperature on the
passenger's side of the vehicle. When the knob is in the
12 o'clock position, the passenger's temperature is the
same as the driver's. Turn the knob to the right for
warmer air on the passenger's side, to the left for cooler
air. If the driver set temperature is set at
60°F (16" C) or
90°F (32°C)' turning the passenger knob has no effect
because the system is locked at a maximum setting.
Automatic Operation
Press the AUTO button to place the entire system in
the automatic mode. After a five second display of
the current settings, only the word AUTO and the
outside temperature will be shown on the digital display.
The system will operate to achieve your comfort set
temperature as quickly as possible. If you have set the
driver temperature at
60°F (16°C) or 90°F (32"C), the
system will not operate automatically until a different
temperature is selected. The AUTO control system
works best with the windows up and the removable
roof installed.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not
be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped
off later. If
abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of
the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,
wax, sap or other material may be on the blade
or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon
Ami@ Powder (non-scratching
glass cleaning powder), GM
Part No. 1050011. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse
it with water.
If you use a glass treatment or conditioner containing
ethyl alcohol or ethyl sulfate on your glass, be sure to
remove the acrylic roof panel, if
so equipped. These
products may damage the panel.
Grime
horn the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously with a cloth
soaked in full-strength windshield
washer solvent. Then rinse the blade
with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.

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Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six
months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. (See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.)
Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel
Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing
and/or storing the roof panel.
0 Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry
the panel.
0 Clean the panel with GM Glass Cleaner. Leave the
cleaner on the panel for one minute, then wipe the
panel with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Don’t use abrasive cleaning materials.
If water drops are frequently allowed to dry on the roof
panel, impurities in the water will adhere to the top.
These impurities may destroy the finish. When the panel
gets wet, you should dry it off.
I NOTICE:
Do not use a glass treatment or conditioner
containing ethyl alcohol or ethyl sulfate on
the roof panel. These products may damage the panel.
Cleaning the Outside of Your Corvette
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it
clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use
liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps.
Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,
or
that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents
should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on
the surface, or they could stain.
Dry the finish with a
soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel
to avoid
surface scratches and water spotting.
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