2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE engine

To use the system, shift from PARK (P) position
to SPORT MODE (S) while stopped and with the
engine running, or from DRIVE (D) with the vehicle
moving. When accelerating your vehicle from a stop
in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift
to second (2) or third (3) gear. A higher gear allows
you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces. If the
traction control is active, upshifts are delayed to
increase your control of the vehicle. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 281.
While the Manual Paddle Shift gear selection
system is active, the transmission will automatically
downshift through the gears as the vehicle slows.
The transmission will select second gear as the
vehicle stops. From a stop, the vehicle will start
from and hold second (2) gear unless the driver
manually paddle shifts into a different gear or
selects DRIVE (D). The driver can select rst (1)
gear for maximum acceleration from a stop.When using the Manual
Paddle Shift Feature
while in the SPORT
MODE (S), the current
gear will be displayed in
the Driver Information
(DIC), or the Head-Up
Display (HUD), if the
vehicle has either of
these features.
If your vehicle has a Navigation system, see
“Head-Up Display (HUD)” in the Index of
the navigation manual.
The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow
either an up-shift or a down-shift if the vehicle
speed is too fast or too slow, nor will it allow a
start from Fourth (4) or higher gear
If up-shifting does not occur when needed, the
vehicle speed will be limited to protect the engine.
The transmission will also automatically
down-shift as the vehicle slows down and
comes to a stop.
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When the transmission gear does not respond
to a shift change, the DIC will show an X over
the gear display.
When a requested shift
is denied due to the
speed restrictions
shown, the DIC will
momentarily show
an X over the gear
display and a chime
will sound.
If the vehicle has a HUD, and the transmission
gear does not respond to a shift change, then a
chime will sound and the HUD will momentarily
show an X over the gear display.
Manual Paddle Shift operation is available for
use with Cruise Control, seeCruise Control
on page 164for more information.The vehicle speeds required for Manual Paddle
Shift up-shifts depend on several vehicle inputs,
which will vary the allowed up-shift speed by a
few mph (km/h).
Up-shifts to Fourth (4) gear require
approximately 22 mph (35 km/h).
Up-shifts to Fifth (5) gear require
approximately 28 mph (45 km/h).
Up-shifts to Sixth (6) gear require
approximately 41 mph (65 km/h).
To prevent damage to the powertrain, Manual
Paddle downshifts to a lower gear cannot be
done above certain speeds. The maximum
speed allowed for downshifting of gears one (1)
through fourth (4) are:
Into Fourth (4) gear over 168 mph (270 km/h)
Into Third (3) gear over 124 mph (200 km/h)
Into Second (2) gear over 81 mph (130 km/h)
Into First (1) gear over 45 mph (72 km/h).
If the driver does not request an upshift as the
engine speed approaches fuel shut off RPM,
the engine speed will be limited to protect
the engine. SeeTachometer on page 190for
more information.
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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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Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission)
{CAUTION:
If you skip a gear when you downshift,
you could lose control of your vehicle.
You could injure yourself or others.
Do not shift down more than one gear
at a time when you downshift.
This chart shows when to shift to the next higher
gear for the best fuel economy.
Manual Transmission Recommended
Shift Speeds in mph (km/h)
EngineAcceleration Shift Speed
1to2 2to3 3to4 4to5 5to6
All
Engines15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (64) 45 (72) 50 (80)
If your engine speed drops below 900 rpm,
or if the engine is not running smoothly, you
should downshift to the next lower gear.You may have to downshift two or more gears to
keep the engine running smoothly or for good
engine performance.
Notice:When shifting gears, do not move
the shift lever around unnecessarily. This may
damage the transmission. Shift directly into
the next gear.
One to Four Shift Light
(Manual Transmission)
When this light comes
on, you can only shift
from FIRST (1) to
FOURTH (4) instead
of FIRST (1) to
SECOND (2).
SeeOne-to-Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission)
on page 195for more information.
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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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If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still
cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this:
1. Press the regular brake.
2. Press the Acc. button twice to place the
ignition in accessory mode. SeeIgnition
Positions on page 90for more information.
3. Apply and hold the brake until the end of
Step 4.
4. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).
5. Start the engine and then shift to the drive
gear you want.
6. Have your vehicle inspected by your
dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
Parking Your Vehicle
(Manual Transmission)
Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift
lever into REVERSE (R) and rmly apply the
parking brake. Once the shift lever has been
placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal
pressed in, you can turn the ignition off and
release the clutch.
Parking Over Things That Burn
{CAUTION:
Things that can burn could touch hot
exhaust parts under your vehicle and
ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves,
dry grass, or other things that can burn.
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Engine Exhaust
{CAUTION:
Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the
gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you
cannot see or smell. It can cause
unconsciousness and death.
You might have exhaust coming in if:
The exhaust system sounds strange
or different.
Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Your vehicle was damaged in a
collision.
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Your vehicle was damaged when
driving over high points on the road
or over road debris.
Repairs were not done correctly.
Your vehicle or the exhaust system
has been modied improperly.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into
your vehicle:
Drive it only with all the windows
down to blow out any CO; and
Have your vehicle xed immediately.
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