2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE brake

Ignition Positions
Your vehicle has an
electronic keyless
ignition with a
pushbutton start.
/(START):Press this button while your foot is on
the brake for an automatic transmission, or while
pressing in the clutch for a manual transmission,
to start the engine. If your vehicle is in OFF or
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode, the
keyless access transmitter must be inside the
vehicle to start the engine.
9Acc. (OFF/ACCESSORY):When the engine
is on or the vehicle is in accessory power mode,
it is recommended that a manual transmission beplaced in REVERSE (R). An automatic
transmission must be placed in PARK (P).
Then press the Acc. button to turn the engine
off and place the vehicle in RAP. See “Retained
Accessory Power (RAP)” later for more information.
If an automatic vehicle is not correctly placed in
PARK (P) a SHIFT TO PARK message will display
on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
For more information, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 214.
When the engine is off, press this button to place
the vehicle in accessory mode. ACCESSORY
MODE ON will display on the Driver Information
Center (DIC). This mode allows you to use things
like the radio and the windshield wipers while the
engine is off. Use accessory mode if you must have
your vehicle in motion while the engine is off, for
example, if your vehicle is being pushed or towed.
After being in accessory mode for about
20 minutes, the vehicle will automatically enter
RAP or OFF, depending on if the doors are
opened or closed.
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
Audio System
Power Windows
These features continue to work up to 10 minutes
after the engine is turned off or until either door
is opened. If a door is opened, the power windows
and audio system will shut off.
Starting the Engine
Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
for an automatic transmission. For a manual
transmission the vehicle can be started in
NEUTRAL or any other gear as long as the clutch is
depressed. To restart a manual transmission when
you are already moving, use the NEUTRAL position
only. To restart an automatic transmission when
you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N).Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if
your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P)
only when your vehicle is stopped.
The keyless access transmitter must be inside the
vehicle for the ignition to work.
Cell phone chargers can interfere with the
operation of the Keyless Access System. Battery
chargers should not be plugged in when starting
or turning off the engine.
To start your vehicle, do the following:
1. For an automatic transmission, with your foot
on the brake pedal, press the START button
located on the instrument panel. For a manual
transmission, while pressing in the clutch,
press the START button.
If there is not a keyless access transmitter in
the vehicle or if there is something causing
interference with it, the DIC will display
NO FOBS DETECTED. SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 214for more
information.
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Notice:Your engine is designed to work with
the electronics in your vehicle. If you add
electrical parts or accessories, you could
change the way the engine operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check with
your dealer. If you do not, your engine might
not perform properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranty.
Stopping Your Engine
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission,
move the shift lever to PARK (P) and press the
Acc. (Off/Accessory) button located on the
instrument panel. If the shift lever is not in
PARK (P), the engine shuts off and the vehicle
goes into the Accessory Mode. The DIC displays
SHIFT TO PARK. Once the shifter is moved to
PARK (P), the vehicle turns off. If your vehicle
has a manual transmission, it is recommended
that you move the shift lever to REVERSE (R) and
set the parking brake after you turn off the engine
by pressing the Acc. (Off/Accessory) button.If the keyless access transmitter is not detected
inside the vehicle when it is turned to off, the DIC
displays NO FOB – OFF OR RUN?.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 214for
more information.
Engine Coolant Heater
Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater.
In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder,
the engine coolant heater can help. You will get
easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged
in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use
of the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle
may also have an internal thermostat in the
plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of
the engine coolant heater when the temperature
is at or above 0°F (−18°C) as noted on the cord.
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Automatic Transmission Operation
There are several
different positions for
your shift lever.
PARK (P):This position locks your rear wheels.
It is the best position to use when you start your
engine because your vehicle cannot move easily.{CAUTION:
It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle
if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P)
with the parking brake rmly set. Your
vehicle can roll.
Do not leave your vehicle when the engine
is running unless you have to. If you have
left the engine running, the vehicle can
move suddenly. You or others could be
injured. To be sure your vehicle will not
move, even when you are on fairly level
ground, always set your parking brake
and move the shift lever to PARK (P).
SeeShifting Into Park (P) (Automatic
Transmission) on page 103.
Be sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P)
before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an
automatic transmission shift lock control system.
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You have to fully apply your regular brakes rst
and then press the shift lever button before
you can shift from PARK (P) when the vehicle
is running. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P),
ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift
lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain
brake application. Then press the shift lever button
and move the shift lever into another gear. See
Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)
on page 104.
REVERSE (R):Use this gear to back up.
Notice:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your
vehicle is moving forward could damage
the transmission. The repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Shift to
REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is
stopped.
To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out
of snow, ice, or sand without damaging your
transmission, seeIf Your Vehicle is Stuck in
Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 308.NEUTRAL (N):In this position, your engine does
not connect with the wheels. To restart when
you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
If your vehicle needs towing, seeTowing Your
Vehicle on page 315.
{CAUTION:
Shifting into a drive gear while your
engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is rmly on
the brake pedal, your vehicle could move
very rapidly. You could lose control and
hit people or objects. Do not shift into a
drive gear while your engine is running at
high speed.
Notice:Shifting out of PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high
speed may damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Be sure the engine is not running at high speed
when shifting your vehicle.
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Manual Transmission Operation
This is the shift pattern
for the six-speed
manual transmission.
Here is how to operate your transmission:
FIRST (1):Press the clutch pedal and shift into
FIRST (1). Then slowly let up on the clutch
pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going
less than 40 mph (64 km/h). If you come to a
complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST (1),
put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on
the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down.
Then shift into FIRST (1).
SECOND (2):Press the clutch pedal as you
let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into
SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch
pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6):
Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and
SIXTH (6) the same way you do for SECOND (2).
Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the
accelerator pedal.
To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press
the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops,
press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and
shift to NEUTRAL.
NEUTRAL:Use this position when you start or
idle your engine. Your shift lever is in NEUTRAL
when it is centered in the shift pattern, not in
any gear.
REVERSE (R):To back up, press down the clutch
pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Just apply
pressure to get the lever past FIFTH (5) and
SIXTH (6) into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch
pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.
Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature
that allows you to safely shift into REVERSE (R)
while the vehicle is rolling at less than 3 mph
(5 km/h). You will be locked out if you try to shift into
REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving faster
than 3 mph (5 km/h).
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Downshifting (Manual Transmission)
Do not downshift into the gear shown below
at a speed greater than shown in the table:
FIRST (1) 50 mph (80 km/h)
SECOND (2) 74 mph (119 km/h)
THIRD (3) 101 mph (163 km/h)
FOURTH (4) 130 mph (209 km/h)
Notice:If you skip more than one gear when
you downshift, or if you race the engine when
you release the clutch pedal while downshifting,
you could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft
or the transmission. Do not skip gears or race
the engine when downshifting.
The six-speed transmission has a spring that
centers the shift lever near THIRD (3) and
FOURTH (4). This spring helps you know which
gear you are in when you are shifting. Be careful
when shifting from FIRST (1) to SECOND (2)
or downshifting from SIXTH (6) to FIFTH (5).The spring will try to pull the shift lever toward
FOURTH (4) and THIRD (3). Make sure you move
the lever into SECOND (2) or FIFTH (5). If you let
the shift lever move in the direction of the pulling,
you may end up shifting from FIRST (1) to
FOURTH (4) or from SIXTH (6) to THIRD (3).
Parking Brake
The parking brake lever is located to the right of
the center console.
To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal
down. Pull the parking brake lever up. If the ignition
is on, the brake system warning light will come on.
To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal
down. Then push the release button in as you
move the parking brake lever all the way down.
Notice:Driving with the parking brake on
can overheat the brake system and cause
premature wear or damage to brake system
parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully
released and the brake warning light is
off before driving.
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Shifting Into Park (P)
(Automatic Transmission)
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in
PARK (P) with the parking brake rmly
set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle will not move,
even when you are on fairly level ground,
use the steps that follow.
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot
and set the parking brake.
SeeParking Brake on page 102for more
information.
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in
the button on the lever and pushing the lever all
the way toward the front of the vehicle.
3. Press the Acc. button (ignition switch) to turn
the engine off.
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running (Automatic Transmission)
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle
with the engine running. Your vehicle could
move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully
in PARK (P) with the parking brake rmly
set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the
engine running, it could overheat and even
catch re. You or others could be injured.
Do not leave your vehicle with the engine
running.
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and
your parking brake is rmly set before you leave it.
After you have moved the shift lever into PARK (P),
hold down the regular brake pedal. See if you can
move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without
rst pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that
the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P).
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