2006 CHEVROLET CORVETTE display

Battery Voltage:This display shows the current battery
voltage.
Press the gages button again to display the battery
voltage, such as:
BATTERY VOLTAGE 13.5 VOLTS
Tire Pressure:This display shows the tire pressure for
each tire.
Press the gages button again to display the tire pressure
for the front tires, such as:
FRONT TIRE PRESSURES L 34 PSI R 33 PSI or
FRONT TIRE PRESSURES L 234 kPa R 228 kPa
Press the gages button again to display the tire pressure
for the rear tires, such as:
REAR TIRE PRESSURES L 34 PSI R 33 PSI or
REAR TIRE PRESSURES L 234 kPa R 228 kPa
Tire pressure is not available until the vehicle has
reached a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or more.
TRIP Button
The TRIP button displays the odometer, trip distance,
elapsed time, average speed, and oil life remaining
information.
Odometer:The odometer shows how far your vehicle
has been driven in either miles or kilometers. Press
the TRIP button to display odometer readings, such as:
ODOMETER 12345 MI or
ODOMETER 20008 km
You can also display the odometer by turning on the
parking lamps.
Trip Odometers:There are two trip odometers.
Press the TRIP button to display TRIP ODOMETER A
readings and press the button again to display TRIP
ODOMETER B readings, such as:
TRIP ODOMETER A 130.5 MI or
TRIP ODOMETER A 209.9 km
TRIP ODOMETER B 300.5 MI or
TRIP ODOMETER B 483.5 km
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Both of the trip odometers can be used simultaneously.
TRIP A could be used to track the distance to a
destination. TRIP B could be used to track maintenance
periods. The trip odometers can be reset by pressing
the RESET button on the DIC.
There is also a miles since last ignition feature that
displays the number of miles (kilometers) driven since
you last started the vehicle. Press and hold the
RESET button for three seconds, then release it. The
miles (kilometers) since the last ignition cycle will be set
into the trip odometer.
Elapsed Timer:Press the TRIP button until ELAPSED
TIMER is displayed, such as ELAPSED TIMER .00.
When the ignition is in on, the DIC can be used
as a stopwatch. The display can show hours, minutes
and seconds. The elapsed time indicator will record
up to 23 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds, then it
will reset to zero and continue counting. The display
appears as ELAPSED TIMER .00 in the elapsed
time function.
You can start or stop the elapsed time by pressing the
RESET button. To reset the elapsed time to zero,
press the RESET button for three seconds while the
timer is displayed.
Pressing and holding the RESET button for at least
10 seconds will reset the timer display to the time since
last ignition cycle.Average Speed:Press the TRIP button until the
average speed is displayed, such as:
AVERAGE SPEED 62 MPH or
AVERAGE SPEED 100 km/h
Press and hold the RESET button to reset to
0.0 mph (km/h).
Engine Oil Life:Press the TRIP button until the engine
oil life is displayed, such as OIL LIFE REMAINING 89%.
This is an estimate of the engine oil’s remaining
useful life. It will show 100% when the system is reset
after an oil change. It will alert you to change your oil
on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions.
When the remaining oil life is low, the system will
alert you with the message CHANGE ENGINE OIL.
Remember, you must reset the engine oil life system
yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself.
To reset the system, seeEngine Oil Life System
on page 5-23. Be careful not to reset the engine oil life
system accidentally at any time other than when the
oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately
until the next oil change.
SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4andEngine
Oil on page 5-16for more information.
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OPTION Button
The OPTION button allows you to access the
PERSONAL OPTIONS menu and customize the
personalization settings on your vehicle. SeeDIC
Vehicle Personalization on page 3-68for more
information.
RESET Button
The RESET button, used along with other buttons, will
reset system functions and turn off or acknowledge
messages on the DIC.
DIC Warnings and Messages
The following messages and warnings may appear in
the DIC display. The DIC display area is located in the
instrument panel cluster below the speedometer and
tachometer, directly above the steering column.
You may receive more than one message at a time.
Messages will appear one behind the other. To
acknowledge a message and remove it from the display,
press the RESET button. You may scroll through the
messages that may have been sent at the same time.
The message center is continuously updated with the
vehicle performance status.
ABS ACTIVE (Anti-Lock Brake System Active):When
your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help
avoid a braking skid, the ABS ACTIVE message will be
displayed.Slippery road conditions may exist if this message is
displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. The
message will stay on for a few seconds after the system
stops adjusting brake pressure.
ACTIVE HANDLING:Your vehicle has a computer
controlled system to assist the driver in controlling the
vehicle in difficult driving conditions. You may feel
or hear the system working and see the ACTIVE
HANDLING message displayed in the DIC. This
message will stay on for a few seconds following the
active handling event. This is normal when the system is
operating. SeeActive Handling System on page 4-10
andBraking on page 4-6.
ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING:This message
will display and the active handling system light on the
instrument panel cluster will be on while the system is
calibrating after exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h) for
10 seconds. SeeActive Handling System Light on
page 3-40. The Active Handling System is not functional
yet. The Active Handling System performance is affected
until the next message ACTIVE HANDLING READY is
displayed. The Active Handling System is off until the
ACTIVE HANDLING READY message is displayed.
SeeActive Handling System on page 4-10for more
information.
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ACTIVE HANDLING READY:If you receive this
message, the system has completed the functional
check of the Active Handling System. SeeActive
Handling System on page 4-10for more information.
ACTIVE HANDLING WARMING UP:When you
rst start your vehicle during cold winter weather,
and begin to drive away (up to 6 mph (10 km/h)), the
message ACTIVE HANDLING WARMING UP may
be displayed in the DIC. This is normal. You can
acknowledge this message by pressing the RESET
button. The Active Handling System performance
is affected until the next message ACTIVE HANDLING
READY is displayed in the DIC. SeeActive Handling
System on page 4-10for more information.
ATTACH TRUNK PARTITION:If your vehicle has
a power convertible top, this message will appear and
a chime will sound if the trunk partition is not in
place. Open the hatch/trunk and make sure the trunk
partition is secure and no objects are on the trunk
partition. SeeRear Storage Area on page 2-52for more
information.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.
BUCKLE PASSENGER:This message reminds you to
buckle the passenger’s seat belt.
This message will display and a chime will sound when
the ignition is on, the driver’s seat belt is buckled, the
passenger’s seat belt is unbuckled with the passenger
airbag enabled, and the vehicle is in motion. You should
have the passenger buckle their seat belt.
The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on, the
vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled and the
passenger is still unbuckled, and the passenger airbag is
enabled. If the passenger’s seat belt is already buckled,
this message and chime will not come on.
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BUCKLE SEATBELT:This message reminds you to
buckle the driver’s seat belt.
This message will display and a chime will sound when
the ignition is on, the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled,
and the vehicle is in motion. You should buckle
your seat belt.
If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is
on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder will
be repeated. If the driver’s seat belt is already buckled,
this message and chime will not come on.
This message is an additional reminder to the Safety
Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel cluster.
SeeSafety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-34for more
information.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL:This message will appear when
the life of the engine oil has expired. SeeScheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4. After an oil change, the engine
oil life system must be reset. See “Engine Oil Life” under
DIC Controls and Displays on page 3-48. Also, see
Engine Oil on page 5-16andEngine Oil Life System on
page 5-23for 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 5-42.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 5-29.
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 5-32.
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CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP:This message will
display and a chime will sound if the trunk is open while
you are trying to operate the convertible top. Make
sure the trunk is closed before operating the convertible
top. SeeConvertible Top (Manual) on page 2-60or
Convertible Top (Power) on page 2-67.
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE:When the Competitive
Driving mode is selected, this message will be
displayed in the DIC and a short chime will sound.
The instrument panel cluster light will not be on when
the Competitive Driving mode is selected. The Traction
Control System will not be operating while in the
Competitive Driving mode. You should adjust your
driving accordingly. SeeRacing or Other Competitive
Driving on page 4-18for more information.
COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE:You will hear a
chime when this message is displayed. To acknowledge
the warning, press the RESET button. After you press
the RESET button, a message will be displayed and
you will hear a chime every minute until this condition
changes. If you do not press the RESET button,
the message will remain on the digital display until the
condition changes.If the engine coolant exceeds 255°F (124°C), this
message is displayed. If you have been operating your
vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should
pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the
engine as soon as possible. You can monitor the coolant
temperature with the GAGES button on the DIC or
the engine coolant gage on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 5-32.
CRUISE DISENGAGED:This message will momentarily
appear when you disengage the cruise control system
by stepping on the brake on an automatic transmission
vehicle or the clutch on a manual transmission vehicle
or by turning off the cruise control switch. SeeCruise
Control on page 3-11for more information.
ENGINE DRAG CONTROL ACTIVE:This message
displays when engine drag control is active. When
driving in a lower gear in rainy, snowy or icy conditions,
and then letting up on the accelerator or downshifting,
the rear wheels may begin to slip and this message
appears. This message will stay on for a few seconds
following the engine drag control event.
ENGINE OVERHEATED – STOP ENGINE:This
message will appear along with a continuous chime when
the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the engine off
immediately to avoid severe engine damage. SeeEngine
Overheating on page 5-32.
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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 5-32. 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 5-62and
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 5-64.
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 3-47.
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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 5-16.
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 5-62andTire
Pressure Monitor System on page 5-67.
{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 Ride Control 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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