1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE wipers

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Headlamp HigWLow Beam Changer
To change the headlamps
from low beam to high or
high to low, push the turn
signal lever all the way
forward. When the high
beams are on, this light on
the instrument panel also
will be on. To change the
headlamps from high to
low, pull the lever rearward.
Flash-To-Pass
Momentarily pull the turn signal lever toward you.
The high-beam indicator will flash to indicate to the
other driver that you intend to pass. If the low-beam
headlamps are off and you have the optional fog lamps
on, the fog lamps will flash.
Windshield Wipers
You can control the windshield wipers by moving the
lever with the wiper symbol on it. This lever
is located
on the right side of your steering column.
For a single wiping cycle, push the lever down to MIST.
Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The
wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more
cycles, hold the lever on MIST longer.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or
snow. Push the lever up to INT (intermittent), then turn
the band, located on the lever, to adjust the delay time.
Rotate the band up for
a shorter delay, down for a longer
delay. The wiper speed can only be adjusted when the
lever is
in the INT position, not in HI or LO.
For steady wiping at low speed, move the lever up to
the
LO position. For steady high-speed wiping, move
the lever up further, to HI. To stop the wipers, move the
lever down to
OFF.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them.
If they’re frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them.
If your blades do become
damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers.
A circuit
breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear
away snow or ice
to prevent an overload.
Windshield Washer
The lever on the right side of your steering column also
controls your windshield washer. At the end of the lever
there is a push button.
To spray washer fluid on the
windshield, push the button and hold it. The washer
will spray until you release the button. The wipers will
continue to clear the window for about six seconds after
the button is released and then stop or return to your
preset speed.
A CAUTION:
In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
If the fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir is
low, the message
LOW WASHER FLUID will appear
on the Driver Information Center display. It will take
60 seconds after the bottle is refilled for this message
to turn
off. For information on the correct washer fluid
mixture to use, see “Windshield Washer Fluid” and
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 4. Remove the bulb from the socket.
5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Back-up Lamps
YOU can access the back-up lamps through the inboard
taillamp opening. See “Rear Turn Signal and Taillamps”
in the Index.
1. Squeeze the tab on the socket while turning
it to the
2. Remove the bulb from the socket.
left
to remove it from the assembly.
3. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
For any bulb replacement procedures not listed here,
please see your dealership.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
It’s a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade
assembly every six months. For the proper windshield
wiper blade length and type, see “Replacement Parts” in
the Index.
NOTICE:
Use care when removing or installing a blade
assembly. Accidental bumping can cause the
arm
to fall back and strike the windshield.
To remove the wiper blade assembly:
I. Open the hood to gain access to the windshield wipers.
2. Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position.
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When using the accessory plug:
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DO NOT splice wires directly into the
vehicle electrical wire harness.
If done
incorrectly, splicing may cause damage to
your electrical system and would not be
covered by the vehicle’s warranty.
The maximum load of any electrical
equipment should not exceed
15 amps.
Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment
when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods of time
can drain your battery.
DO NOT use this plug if the electrical
equipment requires frequent connecting
and disconnecting. This may cause
excessive wear on the accessory plug and
damage your electrical system and the
damage would not be covered by
your warranty.
Headlamps
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker.
An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and
off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have
your headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a fuse and
an internal circuit breaker.
If the motor overheats due to
heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload
is caused by some electrical
problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power seats and other power
accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the
circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit
until the problem is fixed or goes away.
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Warning Lights. Gages and Messages
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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
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