2005 CHEVROLET CORVETTE automatic transmission

Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid. Look for
“Approved for the H-Specication”
on the label.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Rear Axle
(Limited-Slip
Differential)SAE 75W-90 Synthetic
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12378261, in
Canada 10953455) meeting GM
Specication 9986115. With a
complete drain and rell add
4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip
Axle Lubricant Additive
(GM Part No. U.S. 1052358, in
Canada 992694) where required.
SeeRear Axle on page 5-43.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring
Anchor and
Release PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in
Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and
Door HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in
Canada 992887).
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Audio System(s).............................................3-78
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-99
Care of Your CDs........................................3-99
Diversity Antenna System.............................3-99
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual...................................................3-98
Radio with CD............................................3-79
Setting the Time..........................................3-78
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-98
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-98
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-99
Automatic Door Locks.....................................2-13
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-20
Operation...................................................2-25B
Battery..........................................................5-37
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-19
Run-Down Protection...................................3-20
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-23
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Parking......................................................2-30
System Warning Light..................................3-38
Brakes..........................................................5-34
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-44
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-45
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking
Lamps....................................................5-45
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-44
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-48
Sidemarker Lamps.......................................5-47
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps............5-48
Buying New Tires...........................................5-63
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E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-85
Engine Compartment Fuse Block...................5-89
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-85
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-85
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-86
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-85
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-85
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-18
Battery.......................................................5-37
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-42
Coolant......................................................5-21
Coolant Heater............................................2-24
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-41
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-15
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-33
Oil .............................................................5-13
Oil Life System...........................................5-16
Oil Pressure Gage.......................................3-46
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........5-26
Overheating................................................5-24
Racing or Other Competitive Driving...............2-23
Starting......................................................2-22
Entry/Exit Lighting...........................................3-19Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 7-8
Extended Mobility Tires....................................5-56
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-20
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-15
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver..........................3-19
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-18
Finish Damage...............................................5-82
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-9
Flat Tire........................................................5-73
Floor Mats.....................................................2-47
Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................5-20
Manual Transmission....................................5-20
Power Steering...........................................5-31
Windshield Washer......................................5-33
Fog Lamp Light..............................................3-47
Fog Lamps....................................................3-17
Front Air Dam................................................2-20
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................... 5-9
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-7
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Light (cont.)
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-39
Brake System Warning.................................3-38
Fog Lamp..................................................3-47
Highbeam On.............................................3-47
Lights On Reminder.....................................3-47
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-42
One-to-Four Shift.........................................3-38
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-34
Security.....................................................3-47
TCS Warning Light......................................3-40
Tire Pressure..............................................3-42
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..........3-40
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................3-19
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.....................................4-11
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-31
Lockout Protection..........................................2-13
Locks
Automatic Door Locks..................................2-13
Door..........................................................2-10
Lockout Protection.......................................2-13
Power Door................................................2-12
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock............2-13
Loss of Control...............................................4-16
Lumbar
Power and Side Bolsters................................ 1-3M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year.................................... 6-9
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-42
Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Manual Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-20
Operation...................................................2-27
Memory.........................................................2-68
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-54
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Traction
Active Handling System................................4-10
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-8
Control System Warning Light.......................3-40
Limited-Slip Rear Axle..................................4-11
Selective Ride Control..................................4-12
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-20
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-20
One-to-Four Shift Light.................................3-38
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-25
Transmission Operation, Manual........................2-27
Trunk/Hatch...................................................2-14
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-8
Twilight Sentinel
®............................................3-18
U
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-98
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-64
V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-31
Parking Your...............................................2-32
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders.................................................... 7-8
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).............................................5-84
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-84
Vehicle Personalization
DIC ...........................................................3-69
Memory.....................................................2-68
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-31
Visors...........................................................2-18
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-37
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