1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE washer fluid

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A. Coolant Surge Tank and
Pressure Cap
B. Battery
C. Engine Oil Dipstick
D. Engine Oil Fill Cap
E, Air Cleaner
F. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
G. Brake Fluid Reservoir
H. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
Reservoir (if equipped)
1. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir
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When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and
the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and
wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and
completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and
look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
The level should be at the
FULL COLD mark. If necessary,
add
only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark.
When the engine compartment is hot, the level
should be at the
HOT mark.
When the engine compartment is cool, the level
should be at the
FULL COLD mark.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, see
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be
operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature
may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
,
protection against freezing.

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Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add
washer
fluid until the tank is full.
NOTICE:
When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
adding water.
0 Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
fluid. Water can cause the solution
to freeze
and damage your washer fluid tank and
other parts of the washer system. Also,
water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
three-quarters full when it’s very cold. This
allows for expansion
if freezing occurs,
which could damage the tank
if it is
completely full.
windshield washer.
It can damage your
washer system and paint.
Fill your washer fluid tank only
0 Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your

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Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance
of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids
or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Part
D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
per$orm these underhood checks at each fuel
fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture
if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
See “Tires” in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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Key Lock
Cylinders
Rear Axle
(Limited-Slip
Differential)
Windshield Washer Solvent
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Multi-Pur ose lubricant,
Superlube (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345977) and
4 ounces
(1 18 ml) of Limited-Slip
Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358 or
equivalent) where required. See “Rear Axle” in the Index.
GM Optikleen@ Washer
Solvent (GM Part No. 105
15 15)
or equivalent.
I USAGE
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Pivots, Spring Anchor and
Release Pawl
Hood and Door Hinges
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM
Part No. 12346293 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI
## 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
Multi-purpose lubricant,
Superlube@ (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters and spark plugs.
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Warning Lights. Gages and Messages
............... 2-71
Warranty Information
............................ 8-10
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-27
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-55
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-55
Wheel Alignment
.................................. 6-47
NutTorque
.................................. 6-70
Replacement
................................. 6-48
Using the Wheel Lock Key
..................... 6-50
Windows
..................................... 2-39
Express-Down
............................... 2-40
Power
...................................... 2-39 Windshield Washer
............................. 2-46
Fluid
....................................... 6-27
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-13
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-45
Blade Replacement
........................... 6-37
Fuses
...................................... 6-62
Winter Driving
................................. 4-26
Wiper Blade Check
............................. 7-13
Wiring. Headlamp
.............................. 6-62
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-8
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ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
BATTERY
p6-11
COOLANT SURGE TANK AND PRESSURE CAP TIRES
P6-40
RELEASE
FUEL RELEASE TAB FUEL
DOOR
P6-5
WINDSHIELD
p6-9 REMOTE FUEL P6-6
WASHER FLUID DOOR
TANK RELEASE
P6-27 P6-6
For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the Index in the back of the owner’s manual.
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