1999 CHEVROLET CORVETTE battery replacement

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This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
If you ever notice a decrease in the key fob transmitter
range, try doing one of the following:

Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions that follow.

Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.

Check to make sure that an electronic device such
as a cellular phone or lap top computer is not
causing interference.
Try to resynchronize the transmitter. See
ªResynchronizing Your Transmitterº in this section.

If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.
Operation
You don't have to do anything for the RFA to work
when the passive feature is on.

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To match transmitters to your vehicle:
1. Turn the ignition key to ON.
2. Clear any warning messages on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) by pressing the
RESET button.
3. Press the OPTIONS button on the DIC several times
until the blank page is displayed, then press and hold
the RESET button for two seconds.
4. When the message FOB TRAINING is displayed,
push the RESET button once. The message
HOLD LK + UNLK 1ST FOB in the DIC will
be displayed.
5. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on
the transmitter simultaneously for 15 seconds.
6. When a transmitter is learned (matched), the DIC
will display FOB LEARNED and then prompt you
to learn the next transmitter.
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 for each additional transmitter.
8. Remove the key from the ignition.The programming mode will shut off if:

You don't program any transmitters for two minutes.

You take the key out of the ignition.

You have programmed three transmitters.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your key fob
transmitter should last about 18 months.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't
work at the normal range in any location. If you have to
get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it's probably time to change the battery.
NOTICE:
When replacing the battery, use care not to
touch any of the circuitry. Static from your
body transferred to these surfaces may damage
the transmitter.

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Resynchronizing Your Transmitter
Your RFA system uses a continually changing code for
increased security. Normally, the receiver in your
vehicle will keep track of this changing code. If your
vehicle does not respond to your transmitter, do the
following to determine what's wrong:
1. Get closer to the vehicle and try pressing a button
again. Your battery may be low (If so, see ªBattery
Replacementº in the Index).
2. While standing close to your vehicle, press the
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on your transmitter at
the same time and hold for seven seconds. This will
attempt to resynchronize the security code in your
RFA key fob transmitter.
3. When resynchronization is achieved, the horn
will chirp.
Loss of synchronization will occur after transmitter
battery replacement or disconnection of the
vehicle's battery.
If attempts to resynchronize your transmitter to the
vehicle are not successful, you may need to match the
transmitter to the vehicle. See ªMatching Transmitter(s)
to Your Vehicleº in the Index.
Remote Hatch/Trunk Lid Release
To use the remote hatch/trunk lid release on automatic
transmission vehicles, your vehicle must be in PARK (P)
or NEUTRAL (N). For manual transmissions, set the
parking brake. See ªParking Brakeº in the Index.
Press the button with the trunk symbol on it, located at
the left
-hand side of the steering column on the
instrument panel, to release the hatch/trunk lid from
inside your vehicle.

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6
-2 Service
6
-3 Fuel
6
-6 Filling Your Tank
6
-9 Checking Things Under the Hood
6
-12 Engine Oil
6
-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-18 Automatic Transmission Fluid
6
-19 Manual Transmission Fluid
6
-20 Hydraulic Clutch
6
-21 Rear Axle
6
-22 Surge Tank Pressure Cap
6
-23 Engine Coolant
6
-26 Power Steering Fluid
6
-27 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-29 Brakes
6
-32 Battery
6
-33 Bulb Replacement
6
-38 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
6
-41 Tires6
-52 Lifting Your Corvette
6-56 Appearance Care
6
-56 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
6
-59 Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel
6
-60 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-61 Cleaning Your Convertible Top
6
-62 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
6
-62 Cleaning Tires
6
-62 Finish Damage
6
-63 Underbody Maintenance
6
-64 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
6
-65 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-65 Service Parts Identification Label
6
-66 Electrical System
6
-74 Replacement Bulbs
6
-74 Capacities and Specifications
6
-76 Air Conditioning Refrigerants
6
-76 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

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6-32 Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle
was designed and tested with top
-quality GM brake parts.
When you replace parts of your braking system
-- for
example, when your brake linings wear down and you
have to have new ones put in
-- be sure you get new
approved GM replacement parts. If you don't, your brakes
may no longer work properly. For example, if someone
puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the
balance between your front and rear brakes can
change
-- for the worse. The braking performance you've
come to expect can change in many other ways if someone
puts in the wrong replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco Freedom

battery. When it's time for a new battery, we recommend
an ACDelco Freedom battery. Get one that has the
replacement number shown on the original battery's
label. For battery replacement, see your dealer or the
service manual. To purchase a service manual, see
ªService and Owner Publicationsº in the Index. After
the battery has been replaced, refer to the ªRemote
Function Actuation Systemº in the Index to
resynchronize your transmitter(s).
Vehicle Storage
If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or
more, remove the black, negative (
-) cable from the
battery. This will help keep your battery from
running down.
CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See ªJump Startingº in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see ªTheft
-Deterrent
Featureº in the Index.

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Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air
conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be
sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask
your dealer.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner FilterA917C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery78A
-72H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Surge Tank CapGM Part No. 10296465 . . .
15 psi (105 kPa)
Engine Oil FilterPF44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCV Valve799C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0.060 inch (1.524 mm)
Spark Plug41
-931 (0.60 inch Gap) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ThermostatGM Part No. 12555717 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
Windshield Wiper Blade
Length 22 inches (55.9 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type 9 mm x 3 mm Shepherd's Hook. . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase104.5 inches (265.4 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tread
Front 62.1 inches (157.7 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear 62.0 inches (157.4 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length179.7 inches (456.4 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width73.6 inches (186.9 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height47.7 inches (121.1 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Back-Up Lamp Bulb Replacement 6-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 6-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump Starting 5-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement, Remote Function Actuation (RFA)
System 2
-12, 2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warnings 5-3, 5-4, 5-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BBB 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Belt, Engine Accessory 6-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blizzard 4-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake
Adjustment 6
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Fluid 6-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid 6-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder 6-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 2-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedal Travel 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing System Parts 6-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Warning Light 2-79 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) 2-28, 2-37 . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Shift Interlock Check 7-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wear 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to Add 6-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes, Anti-Lock 4-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking in Emergencies 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Break-In, New Vehicle 2-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI 2-28, 2-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI Check 7-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb Replacement 6-33, 6-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Canada, Ordering Service and Owner Publications 8-11 . . .
Canadian Roadside Assistance 8-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications 6-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carbon Monoxide 2
-16, 2-38, 4-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette
Deck Service 7
-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Player 3-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD Adapter Kits 3-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center Console Storage 2-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification Label 4-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chains, Tire 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Gages Light 2-86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Your Restraint Systems 1-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chemical Paint Spotting 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child Restraints 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Add-on 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in the Passenger Seat Position 1-33 . . . . . . . . . . .
Top Strap 1-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to Put 1-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette Lighter 2-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaner, Air 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels 6
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coated Moldings 6-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convenience Net 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convertible Top 6-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior Lamps/Lenses 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fabric 6-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glass Surfaces 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside of Your Vehicle 6-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Panel 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Plastic Components 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leather 6-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside of Your Vehicle 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removable Roof Panel 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Pass-Key
2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Portable Fuel Container, Filling a 6-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power
Accessory Outlet 2
-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessory Plug 6-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antenna Service 7-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Locks 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mast Antenna 3-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Mirrors 2-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote/Heated Control Mirrors 2-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Fluid 6-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Steering Fluid 6-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Check 6-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to Use 6-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Check 6-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts 1-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems on the Road 5-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Service and Owner 8-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Racing or Other Competitive Driving 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Reception 3-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radios 3-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain, Driving In 4-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reading Lamps 2-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear
Axle Service 7
-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage Compartments 2-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signal and Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6-36 . . . . . . .
Window Defogger 3-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Axle, Limited
-Slip 2-39, 6-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Window Defogger 3-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rearview Mirror, Inside Day/Night 2-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reclining Seatbacks 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Function Actuation System 2-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Replacement 2-12, 2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 2-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Panic Alarm 2-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resynchronizing Your Transmitter 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RFA Settings 2-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmitter Range 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning the System Off 2-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Hatch/Trunk Lid Release 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement
Bulbs 6
-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts 6-76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel 6-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Wiper Blades 6-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting Safety Defects 8-10, 8-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resetting the Oil Life Monitor 6-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restraints
Checking 1
-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Parts After a Crash 1-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Check 7-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resynchronizing Your Transmitter 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 2-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reverse
Automatic Transmission 2
-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transmission 2-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride Control 2-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .