2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE keyless

2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of
the button and the engine cranks automatically
until it starts. If the battery in the keyless
access transmitter is weak, the DIC displays
FOB BATTERY LOW. You can still drive
the vehicle.
See “Battery Replacement” underKeyless
Access System Operation on page 73for more
information. If the fob battery is dead, you need
to insert the fob into the fob slot to enable
engine starting. See “No Fobs Detected” under
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 214.
3. Do not race the engine immediately after
starting it. Operate the engine and transmission
gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all
moving parts.
4. If the engine does not start and no DIC
message is displayed, wait 15 seconds
before trying again to let the cranking motor
cool down.
If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F
or−18°C), it could be ooded with too much
gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedalall the way to the oor while cranking for
up to 15 seconds maximum. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down. When the engine
starts, let go of the accelerator. If the vehicle
starts briey but then stops again, do the
same thing. This clears the extra gasoline
from the engine.
Notice:Cranking the engine for long periods
of time, by pressing the START button
immediately after cranking has ended, can
overheat and damage the cranking motor,
and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
between each try, to allow the cranking
motor to cool down.
Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking
System. This feature assists in starting the engine
and protects components. Once cranking has
been initiated, the engine continues cranking for a
few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine
does not start, cranking automatically stops after
15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage.
To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents
cranking if the engine is already running.
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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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Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs
Some state/provincial and local governments have
or may begin programs to inspect the emission
control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass
this inspection could prevent you from getting a
vehicle registration.
Here are some things you need to know to help
your vehicle pass an inspection:
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the
check engine light is on or not working properly.
To perform a check engine light bulb check with the
keyless ignition, make sure the transmitter fob is in
the passenger compartment. SeeIgnition Positions
on page 90. Press the bottom of the Acc. button on
the instrument panel and hold the button down for
ve seconds. The instrument panel, including the
check engine light, will light up and the ignition will
be on, but the engine will not start — if you pressthe bottom of the Acc. button only briey, less than
ve seconds, the accessory power mode will be
turned on, but not the ignition. After the bulb check,
be sure to press and release the Acc. button again
to turn the ignition off and avoid draining the
vehicle’s battery.
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the
OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that
critical emission control systems have not been
completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle
would be considered not ready for inspection.
This can happen if you have recently replaced
the battery or if the battery has run down.
The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate
critical emission control systems during normal
driving. This may take several days of routine
driving. If you have done this and your vehicle
still does not pass the inspection for lack of
OBD system readiness, your dealer can prepare
the vehicle for inspection.
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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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If moving the transmitter to different locations
within the vehicle does not help, place the
transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket
with the buttons facing to the right and then
press the START button.
The vehicle’s battery voltage is low. The
battery voltage must be above 10 volts
for the keyless access transmitter to be
detected properly.
NO FOB - OFF OR RUN?
This message displays when the keyless access
transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while
you are trying to turn the ignition off. Your vehicle
may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing
the keyless access system to be jammed. The
vehicle will remain in Acc. until OFF or START has
been pressed or ve minutes has expired. If you
turn the ignition off and you cannot nd the keyless
access transmitter, you will not be able to restart
the vehicle. The keyless access transmitter needs
to be inside of the vehicle in order for the vehicle to
start. SeeStarting the Engine on page 91for more
information.
OPTIONS UNAVAILABLE
This message displays for a few seconds if a
keyless access transmitter that is not labelled 1 or 2
is used and you try to personalize the features on
your vehicle by pressing the OPTION button.
The personalization system will not recognize
the transmitter and the DIC will not display the
current driver number or the menus used to set
personalizations. The personalization features will
then be set to the default states. SeeDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 234for more information.
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PRESS BRAKE TO START ENGINE
(Automatic Transmission Only)
This message displays if you try to start the
engine by pressing the keyless ignition start button
without having the brake pressed. The brake
needs to be pressed when starting the engine. See
Ignition Positions on page 90for more information.
REDUCED ENGINE POWER
If this message displays and the check engine
light comes on, a noticeable reduction in the
vehicle’s performance may occur. If the REDUCED
ENGINE POWER message is displayed, but
there is no reduction in performance, proceed to
your destination. The performance may be reduced
the next time the vehicle is driven.
The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed
while the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message
is displayed, but acceleration and speed may
be reduced. Anytime the check engine light stays
on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 200for
more information.Multiple chimes sound when this message is
displayed.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears every ve minutes
until this condition changes.
If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is
displayed in combination with the COOLANT
OVER TEMPERATURE message, seeEngine
Overheating on page 350.SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem
with the Active Handling System and your vehicle
needs service. The active handling system
light on the instrument panel cluster also turns on
and a chime sounds. See your dealer. When
this message is displayed, the system is not
working. Adjust your driving accordingly. See
Active Handling System on page 283for more
information.
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DRIVER DOOR AJAR
FOB AUTOLEARN WAIT XX MINUTES
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle”
underKeyless Access System Operation
on page 73.
FOB BATTERY LOW
See “Battery Replacement” underKeyless
Access System Operation on page 73.
HATCH AJAR (Coupe)
INTRUSION SENSOR OFF, if your vehicle
has this feature.
INTRUSION SENSOR ON, if your vehicle
has this feature.
KNOWN FOB
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle”
underKeyless Access System Operation
on page 73.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF FOBS LEARNED
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle” underKeyless Access System
Operation on page 73.
OFF–ACCESSORY TO LEARN
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle”
underKeyless Access System Operation
on page 73.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR
READY FOR FOB #X
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle”
underKeyless Access System Operation
on page 73.
TONNEAU AJAR (Convertible)
TRUNK AJAR (Convertible)
UPSHIFT NOW
SeeManual Transmission Operation
on page 100.
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DIC Vehicle Personalization
Many features on your vehicle can be personalized.
This means that the operation of these features can
be set to operate differently depending on who is
driving the vehicle. See “Personal Options” later in
this section for the features that you can
personalize.
The personalization settings for other features are
automatically updated and saved as the driver
adjusts them. These include the following settings
and presets:
The radio presets, tone, volume, fade,
balance, equalization (EQ) settings and source
(radio or CD)
The last climate control setting
The Head-Up Display (HUD) position and
dimming level, if your vehicle has this feature
The instrument panel cluster dimming level and
last selected DIC display
Separate personalization settings are saved for two
different drivers. One of the keyless access
transmitters is assigned to driver 1. The other is
assigned to driver 2. The back of the keyless
access transmitters are labelled 1 or 2 to
correspond to each driver.The current driver’s preferences are recalled when
one of the following occurs:
The lock or unlock button on the keyless
access transmitter, labelled 1 or 2, is pressed.
The appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located
on the driver’s door is pressed. SeeMemory
Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on
page 10for more information.
A valid keyless access transmitter is detected
upon opening the driver’s door.
If more than one valid keyless access transmitter
is detected upon opening the driver’s door, the
driver preferences for the lowest driver number will
be recalled.
If a keyless access transmitter that is not
labelled 1 or 2 is used, the personalization system
will not recognize the transmitter. The Driver
Information Center (DIC) will not display a current
driver number and the features that are normally
programmed through the DIC will be set to
the default states. Also, if the OPTION button is
pressed, the DIC does not display the menus used
to set personalizations, but instead displays
OPTIONS UNAVAILABLE for a few seconds.
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