2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE ignition

Compass Operation
The mirror has an eight-point compass display in
the bottom of the mirror face.
When the ignition and the compass feature are
on, the compass will show two character boxes for
approximately two seconds. After two seconds,
the mirror will display the current compass
heading. For example, NE is displayed for
north-east.
Compass Calibration
If after two seconds the display does not show a
compass heading, there may be a strong magnetic
eld interfering with the compass. Such interference
may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, note
pad holder or similar object. If the letter C appears
in the compass window, the compass needs
calibration.The mirror compass can be calibrated by driving
the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until
the display reads a direction.
The compass can be placed in calibration
mode by pressing and holding the left map light
button until a C appears on the compass display.
Compass Variance
Compass variance is the difference between
earth’s magnetic north and true geographic
north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass
variance, your compass could give false readings.
The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the
factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass
to compensate for compass variance if you live
outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances,
such as a long distance, cross-country trip, it
will be necessary to adjust the compass variance.
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Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on
each time the ignition is started. A light near the
on/off button will come on to indicate the automatic
dimming is on.
Press the on/off button for about six seconds to
manually turn the automatic dimming function
on or off.
Compass Display
Press the on/off button, located to the far left,
briey to turn the compass display on or off.
If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to
be calibrated. For more information, see “Compass
Calibration” later in this section.
To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius:
1. Press and hold the on/off button for
approximately four seconds until either
a ashing °F, or °C appears.2. Press the button again to change the display
to the desired unit of measurement. After
approximately four seconds of inactivity,
the new unit will be locked in and the
compass/temperature display will return.
If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed
for an extended period of time, please consult your
dealer. Under certain circumstances, a delay in
updating the temperature is normal.
Compass Variance
Compass variance is the difference between
earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north.
If not adjusted to account for compass variance,
the mirror’s compass could give false readings.
The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving
the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the
compass to compensate for compass variance
if you live outside of zone eight. Under certain
circumstances, as during a long distance
cross-country trip, it will also be necessary
to adjust for compass variance.
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Roof Panel
The vehicle may have a removable roof panel.
Follow the procedures listed when removing
or installing it.
Removing the Roof Panel
{CAUTION:
Do not try to remove a roof panel while
the vehicle is moving. Trying to remove
the roof panel while the vehicle is moving
could cause an accident. The panel could
fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose
control, or it could y off and strike
another vehicle. You or others could be
injured. Remove the roof panel only when
the vehicle is parked.
Until you are sure you can remove the panel
alone, have someone help you.Notice:If you drop or rest a roof panel
on its edges, the roof panel, paint and/or
weatherstripping may be damaged. Always
place the roof panel in the stowage receivers
after removing it from the vehicle.
1. Park on a level surface and set the parking
brake. Shift an automatic transmission into
PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission
into NEUTRAL.
2. Make sure the ignition is off.
3. Lower both sun visors.
4. Open the rear hatch and remove any items
that may interfere with proper storage of the
roof panel.
5. Lower the windows.
There are two release latches on the front of
the roof panel and one rear release latch
on the back of the roof panel.
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Lowering the Manual Convertible Top
1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatic
transmission into PARK (P) and set the
parking brake. Shift a manual transmission
into NEUTRAL and set the parking brake.
2. Make sure the ignition is off.
3. Make sure the trunk is closed.
4. The convertible top front latch, located above
the inside rearview mirror, must be unlocked.
Pull the convertible top front latch down
and turn it clockwise to unlock it.5. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the
convertible top off of the windshield frame.
Then lift upward on the rear edge (B) of
the convertible top so it is vertical to the
tonneau cover (C). The front edge (A) and
rear edge (B) should be straight up.
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9. Then move the top rearward to its fully-stored
position.
10. After the top is stored, apply one even push
on the center of the front edge (A) of the
convertible top to assure that the top is fully
retracted.
11. Close the tonneau cover (B) by pressing down
on it with a swift, rm motion.
Raising the Manual Convertible Top
1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatic
transmission into PARK (P) and set the
parking brake. Shift a manual transmission
into NEUTRAL and set the parking brake.
2. Lower both windows.
3. Make sure the ignition is off.
4. Tilt the driver’s seat forward and press the
tonneau cover release button, or use the
manual release cable if battery power has been
lost. See Step 6 under “Lowering the Manual
Convertible Top” earlier in this section.
After pressing the release button, the driver’s
and passenger’s door glass should retract
to the full-down position, if they have not
already been lowered.
5. Lift the tonneau cover.
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlet. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 186.
B. Head-Up Display Controls (If Equipped).
SeeHead-Up Display (HUD) on page 174.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 160. Cruise
Control. SeeCruise Control on page 164.
Fog Lamps. SeeFog Lamps on page 171.
Headlamp Controls. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 168.
D. Manual Shift Paddles (If Equipped). See
Automatic Transmission Operation on page 95.
E. Driver Information Center (DIC). SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on page 207.
F. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 189.
G. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 269.
H. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. See
Windshield Wipers on page 162and
Windshield Washer on page 163.
I. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
SeeDIC Controls and Displays on page 208.J. Center Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment
on page 186.
K. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 158.
L. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 244.
M. Climate Controls. SeeDual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 179.
N. Fuel Door Release Button. SeeFilling the Tank
on page 324. Hatch/Trunk Release Button.
See “Hatch/Trunk Lid Release” under
Hatch/Trunk on page 82.
O. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 172.
P. Power Folding Top Switch (If Equipped).
SeeConvertible Top (Manual) on page 139
orConvertible Top (Power) on page 146.
Q. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 159.
R. Telescopic Wheel Button (If Equipped).
SeeTilt Wheel on page 159.
S. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions
on page 90.
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T. Heated Seat Controls (If Equipped).
SeeHeated Seats on page 10.
U. Shift Lever (Automatic Shown). SeeAutomatic
Transmission Operation on page 95or
Manual Transmission Operation on page 100.
V. Active Handling Button. SeeActive Handling
System on page 283.
W. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 178.
X. Center Console Cupholder. SeeCupholder(s)
on page 130.
Y. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter. SeeAshtray(s)
and Cigarette Lighter on page 179.
Z. Parking Brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 102.
AA. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 130.
AB. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. See
Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 419.Hazard Warning Flashers
Your hazard warning ashers let you warn others.
They also let police know you have a problem.
Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ash
on and off.
The hazard warning
asher button is located
near the center of the
instrument panel.
Your hazard warning ashers work no matter
what mode the ignition is in, even if the ignition
is turned off.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps ash on and off. Press the button
again to turn the ashers off.
When the hazard warning ashers are on, your
turn signals will not work.
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Cruise Control in Sport (S) and Manual
Paddle Shift Gear Selection
When your vehicle is in Sport (S) and the manual
paddle shift controls are not being used, cruise
control operates in the same manner as Drive (D).
When your vehicle is in Sport (S) and the
manual paddle shift controls are being used,
cruise control operates as follows:
If cruise control is active and a gear is
selected with the manual paddle shift controls,
the vehicle maintains vehicle speed in the
driver selected gear and will not automatically
up-shift or down-shift the transmission
while the driver’s gear selection is active.
If driving in hilly terrain, cruise control may
not be able to maintain vehicle speed if an
up-shift or down-shift is not selected by
the driver. While driving on hilly terrain and
cruise control is active with a manual paddle
shift gear selection, the driver must select
the proper gear for the terrain or select Drive
(D) on the gear range selector for full
automatic transmission operation.
Ending Cruise Control
To end a cruise control session, step lightly on
the brake pedal. If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, lightly tapping the clutch will also end
a cruise control session.
Move the cruise control switch to off to turn the
system completely off.
When cruise control is disengaged, the CRUISE
DISENGAGED message displays on the Driver
Information Center (DIC). SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 214.
Erasing Speed Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the
ignition, the cruise control set speed memory
is erased.
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