2005 CHEVROLET CORVETTE service reset

If the light comes on while you are driving and you have
a CHECK BRAKE FLUID message showing on the
DIC, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice
that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may
go closer to the oor. It may take longer to stop. If the
light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
SeeTowing Your Vehicle on page 4-36.
{CAUTION:
Your brake system may not be working
properly if the brake system warning light is
on. Driving with the brake system warning light
on can lead to an accident. If the light is still
on after you have pulled off the road and
stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for
service.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
Light
With the anti-lock brake
system, the light will come
on when your engine is
started and may stay on for
several seconds. That is
normal.
If the light stays on, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light
comes on when you are driving, stop as soon as
possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine
again to reset the system. If the light still stays on,
or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle
needs service. If the regular brake system warning light
is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have
anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning
light is also on, you do not have anti-lock brakes
and there is a problem with your regular brakes. See
“SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES” underDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 3-54.
The anti-lock brake system warning light will come on
briey when you turn the ignition on. This is normal.
If the light does not come on then, have it xed so it will
be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
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Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light
This light should come on
briey as you start the
engine. If the light does not
come on then, have it
xed so it will be ready to
warn you if there is a
problem.
If it stays on, or comes on and the DIC shows a
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM message when you are
driving, there is a problem with your TCS system and
your vehicle needs service. When this light is on,
the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving
accordingly. If the driver turns off the Traction Control
System by pressing the button on the console, the TCS
system light will come on and the TRACTION SYSTEM
OFF message will show on the DIC.
Active Handling System Light
The Active Handling System light will come on briey as
you start the engine. If the light does not come on
then, have it xed so it will be ready to warn you if there
is a problem. This light will also come on when the
ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING message is
displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
If the light stays on or
comes on while you are
driving, a chime sounds
and a SERVICE ACTIVE
HANDLING SYSTEM
message appears on the
DIC, there is a problem
with your Active Handling
System and your vehicle
needs service.
The driver can acknowledge this message by pressing
the RESET button. When the SERVICE ACTIVE
HANDLING SYSTEM message is displayed, the Active
Handling System will not assist you in controlling the
vehicle. You should have the system serviced as soon
as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly.
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BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE:When the vehicle has
detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a
reasonable point, the BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
message will display. The battery saver system will start
reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may
not be able to notice. At the point that features are
disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the
vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery.
Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to
recharge.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL:This message will appear
when the life of the engine oil has expired. See
Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. After an oil
change, the engine oil life system must be reset. See
“Engine Oil Life” underDIC Controls and Displays
on page 3-49. Also, seeEngine Oil on page 5-13and
Engine Oil Life System on page 5-16for more
information.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID:This message will appear, a
chime will sound and the brake system warning light on
the instrument panel cluster will be on if the ignition is
on to inform the driver that the brake uid level is
low. SeeBrake System Warning Light on page 3-38.
Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as
soon as possible. SeeBrakes on page 5-34.CHECK COOLANT LEVEL:This message will appear
when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have
the cooling system serviced by your GM dealer as soon
as possible. SeeEngine Coolant on page 5-21.
CHECK GAS CAP:If the gas cap has not been fully
tightened, this message will appear. You should
check your gas cap to ensure that it is on properly.
Once tightened, it will take at least one overnight park
to reset or clear this message. If there is a CHECK GAS
CAP message and a malfunction indicator lamp on in
the instrument panel cluster, you may need to see your
GM dealer for service. SeeMalfunction Indicator
Lamp on page 3-42for more information.
CHECK OIL LEVEL:Press the RESET button to
acknowledge that you have read the message and to
remove it from the display. The message will reappear
every 10 minutes until this condition changes. Once
the vehicle senses a change in the engine oil level, the
light will remain off.
You will hear two chimes when this message is
displayed. If this message appears after starting your
engine, your engine oil level may be too low. You
may need to add oil. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 5-24.
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ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM:You
will hear multiple chimes when this message is
displayed. This message will remain displayed and
active until the issue is resolved.
If the engine oil temperature exceeds 320°F (160°C),
this message is displayed. You should check the engine
coolant temperature and engine oil level. If your
engine is too hot, seeEngine Overheating on page 5-24.
Your vehicle may need service, so see your GM dealer.
You can monitor the oil temperature with the gages
button on the DIC.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED:If it is dark enough
outside and the headlamps and Twilight
Sentinel
®controls are off, this message will display.
This message informs the driver that turning on
the exterior lamps is recommended. It has become dark
enough outside to require the headlamps and/or
other exterior lamps.
HIGH TIRE PRESSURE:To acknowledge the warning,
press the RESET button. After you press the RESET
button, a message will reappear every 10 minutes until
this condition changes. This message indicates that
the pressure in one of your tires is higher than 42 psi
(290 kPa). Next to the HIGH TIRE PRESSURE
message, you can see either LEFT FRONT, RIGHT
FRONT, LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate to you
which tire is higher than 42 psi (290 kPa). You can
receive more than one tire pressure message at a time.To read other messages that may have been sent at
the same time, press the RESET button. If a tire
pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as
you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to
those shown on your Tire Loading Information
Label. SeeExtended Mobility Tires on page 5-56and
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 5-58.
HOT ENGINE AIR CONDITIONING OFF:This
message displays when the engine coolant becomes
hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid
added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning
compressor is automatically turned off. When the coolant
temperature returns to normal, the A/C operation will
automatically resume. You can continue to drive
your vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have
the system repaired by your GM dealer as soon as
possible to avoid compressor damage.
ICE POSSIBLE:This message displays when the
outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy
road conditions.
LOW FUEL:This message displays when the fuel tank
is less than 10 percent full and the display is turned
off. A multiple chime will also sound when this message
is displayed. SeeFuel Gage on page 3-48.
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LOW OIL PRESSURE:If this message appears while
the engine is running, stop the engine and do not
operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected.
Severe damage to the engine can result. A multiple
chime will sound when this message is displayed. See
Engine Oil on page 5-13.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE:You will hear multiple chimes
and the tire pressure light on the instrument panel
cluster will come on when this message is displayed.
SeeTire Pressure Light on page 3-42. To acknowledge
the warning, press the RESET button. After you
press the RESET button, a message will appear every
10 minutes until this condition changes. This message
indicates that the pressure in one of your tires is
less than 24 psi (164 kPa). Next to the LOW TIRE
PRESSURE message, you can see either LEFT
FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR
to indicate to you which tire is low on pressure. You
can receive more than one tire pressure message at a
time. To read other messages that may have been
sent at the same time, press the RESET button. If a tire
pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon
as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to
those shown on your Tire Loading Information Label.
SeeExtended Mobility Tires on page 5-56andTire
Pressure Monitor System on page 5-60.
{CAUTION:
When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT
message is displayed on the Driver Information
Center, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will
be reduced during severe maneuvers. The
active handling system will be affected. See
Active Handling System on page 4-10.Ifyou
drive too fast, you could lose control of your
vehicle. You or others could be injured. Do not
drive over 55 mph (90 km/h) when the LOW
TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is
displayed. Drive cautiously and check your tire
pressures as soon as you can.
MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h):To
acknowledge the warning, press the RESET button.
After you press the RESET button, a message will
reappear every 10 minutes until this condition changes.
This message indicates that a malfunction is present
in the selective real time damping system. The vehicle
speed will be limited to a value determined by the
vehicle when the shock absorber system has failed and
the shocks are in their full soft mode. Have your
vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.
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REDUCED ENGINE POWER:You will hear multiple
chimes when this message is displayed. To
acknowledge that you have read the message and to
remove it from the display, press the RESET button. The
message will reappear every ve minutes until this
condition changes.
If the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays the
REDUCED ENGINE POWER message and the CHECK
ENGINE light comes on, a noticeable reduction in the
vehicle’s performance may occur. If the REDUCED
ENGINE POWER message is displayed but there is no
reduction in performance, proceed to your destination.
The performance may be reduced the next time
the vehicle is driven.
The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while the
REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed,
but acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime
the CHECK ENGINE light stays on, the vehicle
should be taken to your GM dealer as soon as possible
for diagnosis and repair.
Also, seeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-42.If
the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed
in combination with the COOLANT OVER
TEMPERATURE message, seeEngine Overheating on
page 5-24.SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM:If the
SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM message is
displayed, there is a problem with your Active Handling
System and your vehicle needs service. See your
GM dealer. The instrument cluster light will also be on
and a chime will sound. When this message is
displayed, the system is not working. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeActive Handling System on page 4-10
for more information.
SERVICE AIR CONDITIONING:This message displays
when the electronic sensors that control the air
conditioning and heating systems are no longer working.
Have the climate control system serviced by your
GM dealer if you notice a drop in heating and air
conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES:If the SERVICE
ANTILOCK BRAKES message is displayed when you
are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the
ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the
system. If the message stays on, or comes back
on again while you are driving, your vehicle is in need
of service. See your GM dealer. If the anti-lock
brake system warning light is on and the regular brake
system warning light is not on, you still have brakes,
but do not have anti-lock brakes. If the regular
brake system light is also on, you do not have anti-lock
brakes and there is a problem with your brakes. See
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39
andBrake System Warning Light on page 3-38.
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If the SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES message is being
displayed, your Traction Control System and the
Active Handling System will also be disabled. The Driver
Information Center will scroll three messages: SERVICE
ANTILOCK BRAKES, SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
and SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING, and the instrument
cluster lights will be illuminated along with a chime.
The driver can acknowledge these messages by
pressing the RESET button. When the service message
is displayed the computer controlled systems will not
assist the driver and you should have the system
repaired by your GM dealer as soon as possible. Adjust
your driving accordingly.
SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM:Press the RESET
button to acknowledge that you have read the message
and to remove it from the display. The message will
reappear every 10 minutes until this condition changes.
You will hear multiple chimes when this message is
displayed.
If this message comes on while you are driving, you
may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
It could indicate that you have a loose or broken drive
belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked
right away by your GM dealer. Driving while this warning
message is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the message on,
be certain to turn off your accessories, such as the
radio and air conditioner.SERVICE COLUMN LOCK (Manual Transmission
Only):This message may display if the system
that controls the locking and unlocking of the steering
column does not work properly. Have the vehicle towed
to your GM dealer for service.
SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:This message
displays if an electrical problem has occurred within the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM:This message displays if
the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected
a problem within the fuel system. Have your vehicle
serviced by your GM dealer. This message will also be
displayed when the cluster is not getting fuel
information from the PCM.
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL:This message is used to
indicate to the driver that the Selective Ride Control
system has detected a malfunction and that the system
must be serviced. See your GM dealer. The SERVICE
RIDE CONTROL message will always come on when a
failure is detected by the Selective Ride Control
system. If a fault is present in the Selective Ride Control
system which causes the shocks to be in their full soft
condition, the SERVICE RIDE CONTROL, SHOCKS
INOPERATIVE and MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH
(129 km/h) will display together.
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SERVICE TIRE MONITOR:If this message comes on,
a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) is not
working properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of
the four sensors are missing or inoperable, the
warning will come on in about 60 minutes. A sensor
would be missing, for example, if you put different
wheels on your vehicle without transferring the sensors.
If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be
a problem with the TPM. See your GM dealer.
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM:If the SERVICE
TRACTION SYSTEM message is displayed when you
are driving, there is a problem with your Traction Control
System and your vehicle is in need of service. See
your GM dealer. When this message is displayed, the
system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving
accordingly.
The instrument cluster car icon will also be illuminated
and a chime will sound. The driver can acknowledge
both messages by pressing the RESET button two
times. When the service messages are displayed, the
computer controlled systems will not assist the driver in
controlling the vehicle. Have the system repaired by
your GM dealer as soon as possible. Adjust your driving
accordingly.SERVICE TRANSMISSION:If this message appears,
there is a problem with the transmission. See your
GM dealer for service.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON:If this message appears
on the DIC along with a chime, there may be an
electrical or another system problem with your vehicle.
Have your vehicle checked by your GM dealer if
this message keeps appearing.
SET PARK BRAKE FOR SEAT RECALL:If you have
a manual transmission vehicle, this message displays
if you try to recall the memory positions when the ignition
is on and the parking brake is not set. If the vehicle is
on, you must set the parking brake in order for the
memory positions to recall. SeeMemory on page 2-68
for more information.
SET PARK BRAKE TO MOVE TOP:If you have a
manual transmission vehicle, this message will display
and a chime will sound if you try to operate the
power convertible top without rst setting the parking
brake. Set the parking brake before trying to operate the
power convertible top. SeeConvertible Top (Manual)
on page 2-57orConvertible Top (Power) on page 2-64
for more information.
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