2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE center console

Anti-Lock Brake System
Warning Light
With the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS),
this light will come on
when the engine is
started and may stay on
for several seconds.
If the light stays on, turn the ignition off. 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 214.
The ABS 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.
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 Driver
Information Center (DIC) shows a SERVICE
TRACTION SYSTEM message when you
are driving, there is a problem with your Traction
Control System (TCS) 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 TCS by pressing the
button on the console, the TCS light will come
on and the TRACTION SYSTEM OFF message
will show on the DIC. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 214for more information.
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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 in the DIC, the Active Handling Systemwill not assist you in controlling the vehicle.
You should have the system serviced as soon
as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly.
When the system is working, you will see the
ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in
the DIC. You may also feel or hear the system
working. This is normal.
If the driver turns off the Active Handling System
by pressing the button on the console for
ve seconds, the Active Handling System light will
come on, a chime will sound, and the TRACTION
SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING – OFF
message will be displayed in the DIC. The Traction
Control System will also be turned off. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 214for
more information.
If the Active Handling System and the Traction
Control System are off, pressing the console
button momentarily will turn both systems on.
The DIC will display the TRACTION SYSTEM
AND ACTIVE HANDLING – ON message,
the instrument cluster light will be off, and a
chime will sound. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 214for more information.
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MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h)
This message displays when 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 dealer
as soon as possible.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears every 10 minutes
until this condition changes.
NO FOBS DETECTED
This message displays if the vehicle does not
detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter
when you have attempted to start the vehicle
or a vehicle door has just closed. The following
conditions may cause this message to appear:
Driver-added equipment plugged into the
accessory power outlet on the center console
is causing interference. Examples of these
devices are cell phones and cell phone
chargers, two-way radios, power inverters, or
similar items. Try moving the keyless access
transmitter away from these devices when
starting the vehicle. In addition, PDA devices
and remote garage and gate openers may also
generate Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
that may interfere with the keyless access
transmitter. Do not carry the keyless access
transmitter in the same pocket or bag as these
devices.
The vehicle is experiencing Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI). Some locations, such as
airports, automatic toll booths, and some gas
stations have EMI elds which may interfere
with the keyless access transmitter.
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The Active Handling System comes on
automatically whenever you start your vehicle.
To help maintain directional control of the vehicle,
you should always leave the system on. You
can turn the system off if you ever need to.
If you turn the Active Handling System off, the
Traction Control System will also be turned off.
Adjust your driving accordingly.
To turn the system off,
press the ACTIVE
HANDLING button
on the console for
ve seconds. You can
turn the system on at
any time by pressing the
button. The DIC will
display the appropriate
message when you
push the button.If the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system detects a
at tire and the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays TIRE FLAT, or if the TPM system is
malfunctioning and the DIC displays SERVICE
TIRE MONITOR, the Active Handling System will
be affected as follows:
The Active Handling System cannot be turned
off by the driver.
If the Active Handling System is off, it will be
turned on automatically.
Competitive Driving Mode is unavailable.
The Active Handling System will feel different in
aiding and maintaining directional control.
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Selective Ride Control
You may have a ride control system on your
vehicle called Magnetic Selective Ride Control.
The system provides the following performance
benets:
Reduced Impact Harshness
Improved Road Isolation
Improved High-Speed Stability
Improved Handling Response
Better Control of Body Ride Motions
This knob is located
on the center console.
Turn it to select the
suspension of your
choice.
TOUR:Use for normal city and highway driving.
This setting provides a smooth, soft ride.SPORT:Use where road conditions or personal
preference demand more control. This setting
provides more “feel”, or response to the road
conditions.
You can select a setting at any time. Based on road
conditions, steering wheel angle and your vehicle
speed, the system automatically adjusts to provide
the best ride and handling. Select a new setting
whenever driving conditions change.
There are three Driver Information Center (DIC)
messages that are displayed when a
malfunction occurs with the Selective Ride
Control system (SERVICE RIDE CONTROL,
SHOCKS INOPERATIVE, MAXIMUM SPEED
80 MPH (129 KM/H). Refer toDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 214for more information.
Steering
Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the
engine stops or the system is not functioning,
you can steer but it will take much more effort.
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C
Calibration..........................................108, 110
California Fuel............................................. 322
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 320
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 426
Carbon Monoxide............... 82,106, 304, 315
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 411
Your CD Player........................................ 272
Your CDs ................................................. 271
Cargo Cover............................................... 132
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 261
Center Console Storage Area...................... 130
Chains, Tire................................................. 401
Check
Engine Light............................................ 200
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 328
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 416
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 37
Infants and Young Children........................ 34
Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children..................................... 42, 46Child Restraints (cont.)
Older Children........................................... 31
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Passenger Seat Position......................... 46
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 179
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 414
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net.......... 411
Coated Moldings...................................... 409
Convertible Top........................................ 414
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 412
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 409
Fiberglass Springs................................... 416
Finish Care.............................................. 412
Inside of Your Vehicle.............................. 407
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 410
Leather.................................................... 410
Removable Roof Panel............................ 413
Tires........................................................ 415
Underbody Maintenance........................... 416
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 411
Weatherstrips........................................... 411
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 413
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Speedometer............................................... 190
Starting Your Engine..................................... 91
Steering...................................................... 286
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 269
Steering Wheel Controls, Memory................. 10
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 159
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 130
Convenience Net..................................... 132
Cupholder(s)............................................ 130
Glove Box................................................ 130
Rear Storage Area................................... 131
Storing the Roof Panel................................ 136
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 308
Sun Visors.................................................... 87
System Identication, Universal Home
Remote System....................................... 118
T
Tachometer................................................. 190
Taillamps
Turn Signal, and Stoplamps..................... 374
TCS Warning Light...................................... 197
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 269
Theft-Deterrent System.................................. 87Theft-Deterrent Systems................................ 87
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 159
Time, Setting............................................... 245
Tire
Pressure Light.......................................... 199
Tires........................................................... 378
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning............................................... 414
Buying New Tires..................................... 394
Chains..................................................... 401
Cleaning.................................................. 415
Different Size........................................... 396
Extended Mobility..................................... 384
High-Speed Operation.............................. 388
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 406
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 386
Lifting Your Vehicle.................................. 402
Pressure Monitor System ......................... 389
Rotation................................................... 393
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 380
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 382
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 396
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 398
Wheel Replacement................................. 398
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 393
Winter Tires............................................. 379
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