1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE suspension

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine This knob is on the center console. Turn it to select the
suspension characteristic
of your choice.
TOUR: Use for normal city and highway driving.
Provides
a smooth, soft ride.
SPORT Use where road conditions or personal
preference demand more control. Provides more “feel,”
or response to the road conditions.
PERF: Use for performance driving. Provides a tight,
firm ride and precise response to road conditions.
You can select a setting at any time. Based on road
conditions, steering wheel angle and your vehicle speed,
the system automatically adjusts to provide the best ride
and handling. Select a new setting whenever driving
conditions change.
There are three Driver Information Center messages that
are displayed when
a malfunction occurs with the
Selective Real Time Damping system. Refer to “DIC
Warnings and Messages’’ in the Index.
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A CAUTION:
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To help avoid injury to you or others:
Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is
Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds.
Never tow with damaged parts not fully
Never get under your vehicle after it has
Always secure the vehicle on each side with
Use only R-hooks. being towed.
secured.
been lifted by the tow truck.
separate safety chains when towing it.
A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t
adequately secured. This can cause
a collision,
serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The
vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or
steel cables before it is transported.
Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,
canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp
edges underneath the towed vehicle. Always use
R-hooks inserted
in the front and rear R-hook
slots. Never use J-hooks. They will damage
drivetrain and suspension components.
When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key
in the
OFF position. The steering wheel should be
clamped in
a straight-ahead position, with a clamping
device designed for towing service.
Do not use the
vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmission
should be in
NEUTRAL (N) and the parking
brake released.
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Tow Limits -- 35 mph (55 kd), 50 miles (80 km)
NOTICE:
Do not tow with sling type equipment or bumper,
fog lamps and
air dam damage will occur. Use
wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional
ramping may be required for car-carrier
equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.
Use the shipping slots for car-carrier securing.
Don’t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels
unless you have to. If the vehicle must be towed
on the rear wheels, don’t exceed the tow limits or
your transmission will be damaged.
Towing
a vehicle over rough surfaces could
damage the vehicle. Damage can occur from
vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift
equipment.
To help avoid damage, install a
towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate
clearance
is obtained between the ground and/or
wheel-lift equipment.
NOTICE: (Continued)
NOTICE: (Continued)
Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to
suspension components when using car-carrier
equipment. Always use R-hooks inserted in the
shipping
slots.
NOTICE:
When using wheel-lift equipment, front
tire-to-ground clearance distance must be
a
minimum of 17 inches and a maximum of
22 inches or damage will occur.
SLOT
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Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to
suspension components when using carcarrier
equipment. Always use R-hooks inserted into the shipping slots.
Do not allow chains to contact springs as damage
to springs could result.
SHIPPING SLOT
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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.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found
in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications’’ in the Index.
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 hook-up, 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.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as 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 hook-up, 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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The following publications covering the operation and servicing \
of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE
UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$40.00
SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$10.00
CURRENT 81 PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.

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Brakesystem
................................ 7-17
Exhaust System
.............................. 7-17
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-17
Steering
.................................... 7-17
Suspension
.................................. 7-17
Tire
........................................ 7-17
Wheel
...................................... 7-17
InstrumentPanel
............................... 2-68
Brightness Control
............................ 2-52
Cleaning
.................................... 6-53
Cluster
..................................... 2-7 0
FuseBlock .................................. 6-63
Instrument Panel Cupholder
....................... 2-54
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-52
Jump Starting
.................................. 5-3
Key Fob Transmitter
............................ 2-6
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-14
Labels
....................................... 4-30
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Certification
................................. 4-30
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-60
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-30
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-60
Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses
................. 6-56
Courtesy
.................................... 2-52
Exterior
.................................... 2-50
Interior
..................................... 2-52
OnReminder
................................ 2-44
Lamps Latches.
Seatback
................................ 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
....... 2-34
Lighter
....................................... 2-57
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-20, 2-72
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-74, 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-73
Check Engine
................................ 2-76
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-7, 2-72
Traction Control System
(TCS) .................. 2-75
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-30
CheckGages
................................ 2-79
Security
.................................... 2-79
Locks
......................................... 2-4
Cylinders
................................... 7-14
Door
........................................ 2-4
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
............... 7-16
Key Lock Cylinders Service
.................... 7-14
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Using the Wheel Lock Key
..................... 6-50
Lubricants and Fluids
............................ 7-18
Lubrication Service, Body
........................ 7-14
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-20
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-17
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-18
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment
................ 7-2
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-57
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-76