1998 CHEVROLET CORVETTE engine

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Instrument Panel Brightness Control
This button controls the
brightness of your
instrument panel lights
when your headlamps or
parking lamps
are on.
Ish and release the button and it will pop out. Turn the
button clockwise (to the right) to brighten the lights or
counterclockwise (to the left) to dim them.
The instrument panel brightness knob has an added
feature called Parade Mode to assist you in seeing
certain instrument panel controls if your headlamps
are
on in the daylight. Right before turning the courtesy
lamps on by turning the button all the way to the right,
the radio, Driver Information Center (DIC) display and
heating and air conditioning controls will come on at
their maximum brightness. This will occur only with the
parking lamps or headlamps on.
Courtesy Lamps
When any door or the hatch/trunk lid is opened, the
interior lamps will go
on (unless it’s bright outside). The
lamps will stay on for about
30 seconds or until you turn
on the ignition.
You can
also turn on the courtesy lamps by turning the
interior brightness control button all the way to the right.
Be sure not to have this knob turned all the way down
with the lamps on during the day. Your Driver
Information Center
(DIC) may not be visible.
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Your inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps.
The lamps will go on when a door is opened. When the
doors are closed and the ignition is on, each lamp can be
turned on individually by moving the switch (each lamp
has its own switch) to
ON.
There is also an interior console flood lamp located
underneath the rearview mirror which comes on with the
headlamps or parking lamps.
Inadvertent Load Control
If the underhood lamp, vanity mirror lamps, reading
lamps, console or glove box lamps
are accidentally left
on, the power load will time out after
15 minutes. To
reset it, all of the above lamps must be turned off or the
key must be in the
ON position.
Mirrors
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
An inside rearview mirror is attached above your
windshield. The mirror has pivots
so that you can
adjust it.
You can adjust the mirror for day.or night driving. Pull
the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the tab for
daytime driving.
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Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved
so you can see more from the
driver’s seat.
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If
you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on
your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The electric mirror control is on the driver’s door. To
adjust either mirror, press the
LT (left) or RT (right) switch
to select the mirror, then press the arrows to adjust the
direction of the mirror. The selected mirror will stay on for
20 seconds after the last adjustment. An indicator light will
come on above the mirror that you select.
Your preferred mirror position can be stored if you have
the memory option. See “Memory” in the Index.
For operation of the heated outside
mirrors, see “Rear
Window Defogger” in the Index.
Storage Compartments
Instrument Panel Cupholder
The cupholder is located on the center console. To open
it, place your thumb on the left side of the lid and raise
the right side with your index finger.

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To use this storage area, pull up the lid on the driver's
side front edge of the console and swing it to the
passenger's side.
You can use the key to lock and unlock the console.
Don't leave the key in the lock, or it could be damaged
when the driver sits down.
The fuel fill door release and accessory outlet are
located inside the console.
Security Shade (Option)
The security shade can provide hidden storage in the
rear area of your vehicle. The shade is also helpful in
blocking the glare from the removeable roof when it is
stored in the rear compartment.
Using the Security Shade
1. Hook the elastic loops
on the front corners
(A)
of the shade to the
T-nuts located on the
front corners of the rear
hatch frame.
2. Hook the elastic loops on the rear corners (B) of the
shade to the hooks recessed inside the rear hatch
frame, near the rear corners.
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There are three rear storage compartments in the floor of
the rear hatch/trunk area.
To access the center storage compartment, pull up on the
two latches to release the carpet lid.
Remove the carpet lid. There are two other storage
compartments, one on each side
of the center
compartment. Each
of these compartments has one latch
which operates the same as the two on the center
carpet lid.

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If your vehicle has a compact disc player, it is
stored in the center rear storage compartment.
To help avoid damage to the compact disc player,
do not store items such as liquids or sharp objects
that could puncture
or cut the compact disc
player
or wiring.
NOTICE:
Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the three
storage compartments located in the hatchhunk
area.
If you do, the objects could damage
the underbody.
Convenience Net (Option)
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You will see
it
on the back wall of the rear area of the vehicle.
Put small loads, like grocery bags, in the net. It can help
keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick
starts and stops. The net is not for larger, heavier loads.
You can unhook the net and place it in one of the rear
storage pockets when you are not using it. On coupe
models only,
a vinyl storage bag has also been provided.
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The ashtray is located on the instrument panel, next to
the lighter.
To use the ashtray, lift up on the bottom of
the door.
To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go.
When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.
I NOTICE:
NOTICE:
I
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while
it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to I
Don’t put papers and other things that burn into
your ashtray.
If you do, cigarettes or other
smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
I NOTICE:
Loose objects (such as paper clips) can lodge
behind and beneath the ashtray lid and prevent
movement of the lid. Avoid putting small loose
objects near the ashtray. back away
from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also swing them to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirror
hll down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the
vanity
mirror. When the cover is lifted, the lamps will
come on automatically, even if the ignition is off.

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This outlet is located inside the center console, on the
forward left side. Remove the tethered cap to use the
outlet. The outlet can be used to connect electrical
equipment such as
a cellular phone or CB radio. Be sure
to follow the installation instructions included with the
equipment. Replace the cap when the outlet is not in use.
NOTICE:
When using the accessory outlet:
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 can
drain your battery.
We recommend that you see a qualified technician or your
dealer for the proper installation of your equipment.
Floor Mats (Option)
Your vehicle’s floor mats are specially designed to
remain in position under your feet and out of reach of
the accelerator pedal. The driver’s side floor mat is held
in place by two locator hooks and the passenger’s side is
held in place by one.
Be sure that the driver’s side floor mat is properly
placed on the floor
so that it does not block the
movement of the accelerator pedal.
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