2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE fuel

If a problem is detected, a warning message will
appear on the DIC display. Be sure to take any
message that appears on the display seriously and
remember that clearing the message will only make
the message disappear, not correct the problem.
If your vehicle has the Head-Up Display (HUD) and
you use the Manual Paddle Shift feature, the gear
will display in the HUD, except if your vehicle has
the Navigation system and the HUD is displaying
turn-by-turn guidance information. If the HUD is
displaying turn-by-turn guidance information, the
gear instead displays in the DIC. See “Manual
Paddle Shift” underAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 95and “Head-Up Display
(HUD)” in the index of the Navigation system
manual for more information.DIC Controls and Displays
The Driver Information Center (DIC) has different
modes which can be accessed by pressing
the following buttons located on the instrument
panel, to the right of the instrument panel cluster.
.4(Fuel):Press this button to display fuel
information such as fuel economy and range.
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2(Gages):Press this button to display gage
information like oil pressure and temperature,
coolant temperature, automatic transmission uid
temperature, if equipped, battery voltage, and
front/rear tire pressures.
TRIP:Press this button to display your total and
trip distance driven, the elapsed time function,
your average speed, and the engine oil life.
OPTION:Press this button to choose personal
options that are available on your vehicle,
depending on the options your vehicle is equipped
with, such as door locks, easy entry seats, and
language.
RESET:Press this button, used along with the
other buttons, to reset system functions, select
personal options, and turn off or acknowledge
messages on the DIC.
FUEL Button
The fuel button displays average fuel economy
and instantaneous fuel economy, calculated
for your specic driving conditions, and range
information.Average Fuel Economy:The average fuel
economy is viewed as a long-term approximation
of your overall driving conditions. You should
reset the average fuel economy display every time
you refuel. If you press the RESET button in
this mode while you are driving, the system will
reset this display and begin guring fuel economy
from that point in time.
Press the fuel button to display average fuel
economy, such as:
AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY 20.1 MPG or
AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY 11.7 L/100 km
Instantaneous Fuel Economy:Instantaneous
fuel economy reects only the fuel economy
that the vehicle has right now and will change
frequently as driving conditions change. Unlike
average fuel economy, this menu item cannot
be reset.
Press the fuel button again to display
instantaneous fuel economy, such as:
INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY 20.1 MPG or
INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY 11.7 L/100 km
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Fuel Range:The range calculates the remaining
distance you can drive without refueling. It is
based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in
the tank.
Press the fuel button again to display the range,
such as:
RANGE 30 MI or
RANGE 48 km
If the LOW FUEL warning is displayed or if
RANGE is less than 40 miles (64 km), the display
will read RANGE LOW.
The fuel economy data used to determine fuel
range is an average of recent driving conditions.
As your driving conditions change, this data is
gradually updated automatically.
If the vehicle has been idling for a long time, the
range displayed on the DIC could be abnormally
low. The vehicle must be driven 5–10 miles
(8–16 km) to get an accurate reading.
GAGES Button
The gages button displays oil pressure, oil
temperature, coolant temperature, transmission
uid temperature for automatic transmission
vehicles only, battery voltage, and tire pressure
information.
Oil Pressure:This display shows the oil pressure.
Press the gages button to display the oil
pressure, such as:
OIL PRESSURE 40 PSI or
OIL PRESSURE 276 kPa
Oil Temperature:This display shows the oil
temperature.
Press the gages button again to display the oil
temperature, such as:
OIL TEMPERATURE 234°F or
OIL TEMPERATURE 112°C
If the oil temperature is low, the display will
show OIL TEMPERATURE LOW. If the oil
temperature is high, the display will show OIL
TEMPERATURE HIGH.
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CHANGE ENGINE OIL
This message displays when the life of the engine
oil has expired. SeeScheduled Maintenance on
page 433. After an oil change, the engine oil
life system must be reset. See “Engine Oil Life”
underDIC Controls and Displays on page 208.
Also, seeEngine Oil on page 333andEngine Oil
Life System on page 340for more information.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID
This message displays, a chime sounds, and the
brake system warning light on the instrument
panel cluster turns on if the ignition is on to inform
the driver that the brake uid level is low. See
Brake System Warning Light on page 196. Have
the brake system serviced by your dealer as
soon as possible. SeeBrakes on page 361.
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
This message displays when the engine coolant
level is low. Have the cooling system serviced
by your dealer as soon as possible. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 347.
CHECK GAS CAP
This message displays if the fuel cap has not
been fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to make
sure that it is on properly. Once tightened, it takes
at least one overnight park to reset or clear this
message. If both the CHECK GAS CAP message
and the malfunction indicator lamp in the
instrument panel cluster are on, you may need to
see your dealer for service. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 200for more information.
CHECK OIL LEVEL
This message displays and two chimes sound if
the oil level in the vehicle is low. Once the vehicle
senses a change in the engine oil level, the
light remains off.
If this message appears after starting the engine,
the engine oil level may be too low. You may
need to add oil. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 350.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears every 10 minutes
until this condition changes.
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Have the tire pressures checked and set to those
shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See
Extended Mobility Tires on page 384,Loading Your
Vehicle on page 309,Ination - Tire Pressure on
page 386, andTire Pressure Monitor System on
page 389.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. A message reappears every 10 minutes
until the condition is corrected.
The DIC display also shows the tire pressure
values for the front and rear tires by pressing the
gages button. SeeDIC Controls and Displays
on page 208.
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 automatically resumes.
You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this
message continues to appear, have the system
repaired by your 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. Adjust your driving accordingly.
LOW FUEL
This message displays when the fuel tank is less
than 10 percent full and the display is turned
off. A multiple chime also sounds when this
message is displayed. Rell the fuel tank as soon
as possible. SeeFuel Gage on page 206.
LOW OIL PRESSURE
This message displays if low oil pressure levels
occur. 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 sounds when this message is
displayed. SeeEngine Oil on page 333.
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SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This message displays if an electrical problem has
occurred within the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM). Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM
This message displays if the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) has detected a problem within
the fuel system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer. This message also displays when
the cluster is not getting fuel information from
the PCM.
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL
This message displays when the Selective Ride
Control system has detected a malfunction and
the system must be serviced. See your dealer.
If a fault is present in the Selective Ride Control
system which causes the shocks to be in their
full soft condition, the messages SERVICE RIDE
CONTROL, SHOCKS INOPERATIVE, and
MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h) will display
together. SeeSelective Ride Control on page 286
for more information.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
This message displays if a part on the Tire
Pressure Monitor (TPM) system is not working
properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of
the four sensors are missing or inoperable,
the warning comes on in about 30 minutes.
A sensor would be missing, for example, if you
put different wheels on your vehicle without
transferring the sensors. If the warning comes on
and stays on, there may be a problem with the
TPM. See your dealer.
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
If this message displays when you are driving,
there is a problem with the Traction Control
System (TCS) and your vehicle is in need of
service. See your dealer. When this message is
displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin.
Adjust your driving accordingly.
The traction control system (TCS) warning light
on the instrument panel cluster will also turn
on and a chime will sound.
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested.
If you must start when you are not fresh — such
as after a day’s work — do not plan to make
too many miles that rst part of the journey.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can
easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it
needs service, have it done before starting out.
Of course, you will nd experienced and able
service experts in GM dealerships all across
North America. They will be ready and willing to
help if you need it.Here are some things you can check before a trip:Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir
full? Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you
checked all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the
lenses clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough
for long-distance driving? Are the tires
all inated to the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather
outlook along your route? Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major
storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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You can run the engine to keep warm, but
be careful.
{CAUTION:
Snow can trap exhaust gases under
your vehicle. This can cause deadly
CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.
CO could overcome you and kill you.
You cannot see it or smell it, so you
might not know it is in your vehicle.
Clear away snow from around the base
of your vehicle, especially any that is
blocking the exhaust pipe. And check
around again from time to time to be
sure snow does not collect there.
Open a window just a little on the side of
the vehicle that is away from the wind.
This will help keep CO out.
Run your engine only as long as you must.
This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it
go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the
accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat
that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
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