2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE seats

Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modied. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my airbag system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, the inside review mirror,
or airbag wiring can affect the operation of
the airbag system. If you have questions, call
Customer Assistance. The phone numbers
and addresses for Customer Assistance
are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. SeeCustomer
Satisfaction Procedure on page 452.
Your dealer/retailer and the service manual have
information about the location of the airbag
sensors, sensing and diagnostic module and
airbag wiring.
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety
belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it repaired. SeeCare of Safety Belts on page 411.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a
belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
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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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Outlet Adjustment
Use the tab located on the air outlets to change
the direction of the airow.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the windshield that
may block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors
may adversely affect the performance of
the system.
Keep the area around the base of the
instrument panel console and air path under
the seats clear of objects to help circulate
the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The passenger compartment air lter removes
certain particles from the air including pollen
and dust particles. Reductions in airow, which
may occur more often in dusty areas, indicate that
the lter may need to be replaced. SeeScheduled
Maintenance on page 433for information on
how often to replace the lter.
Notice:Driving without a passenger
compartment air lter in place can cause water
and small particles, like paper and leaves, to
be pulled into your climate control system
which may cause damage to it. Make sure you
always replace the old lter with a new one.
The passenger compartment air lter is located
on the passenger side of the engine compartment
near the battery. SeeEngine Compartment
Overview on page 330.
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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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Do not load your vehicle with more weight than it
was designed to carry. See “Steps for Determining
Correct Load Limit” earlier in this section.
{CAUTION:
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR),
or either the maximum front or rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do,
parts on your vehicle can break, and it
can change the way your vehicle handles.
These could cause you to lose control
and crash. Also, overloading can shorten
the life of your vehicle.
Notice:Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not overload your vehicle.If you put things inside your vehicle — like
suitcases, tools, packages or anything else — they
will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have
to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they
will keep going.{CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can
strike and injure people in a sudden stop
or turn, or in a crash.
Put things in the rear area of your
vehicle. Try to spread the weight
evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like
suitcases, inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above the tops of
the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread.
Cords may be made from steel or other
reinforcing materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi)
or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up
heat from driving. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 386.
Curb Weight:This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional equipment
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and
coolant, but without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall
of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which can also identify
the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand,
and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 309.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 309.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 309.
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Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the
fuse block. An electrical overload will cause
the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your
headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a
fuse and an internal circuit breaker. If the motor
overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will
stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused
by some electrical problem and not snow, etc.,
be sure to get it xed.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power seats, power
windows, and other power accessories. When the
current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem
is xed or goes away.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of J-Case fuses,
mini-fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces
the chance of res caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
If the band is broken or melted, replace the
fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a
new one of the identical size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and do not
have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the
same amperage. Just pick some feature of your
vehicle that you can get along without — like
the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse,
if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon
as you can.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is located on
the passenger’s side of the vehicle, under
the instrument panel and under the toe-board.
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Fuses Usage
EXH MDLExhaust Module (Z06);
Spare (Coupe and Convertible)
DR LCK Door Locks
CTSY/LAMP Courtesy Lamp
SWC DM Steering Wheel Dimming
TONNEAU
RELSETonneau Release
TRUNK RELSE Trunk Release
REAR/FOG Rear Fog Lamps
FUEL DR
RELSEFuel Door Release
BLANK Not Used
BLANK Not Used
LTR Cigarette Lighter
DRVR HTD
SEATDriver’s Heated Seat
WPR DWELL Wiper Dwell
BLANK Not Used
AUX PWR Auxiliary PowerFuses Usage
PASS HTD
SEATPassenger’s Heated Seat
BLANK Not Used
PWR/ WNDWS/
TRUNK/
FUEL RELSEPower Windows, Trunk,
Fuel Door Release
TRUNK RELSE Trunk Release
BLANK Not Used
BLANK Not Used
PWR SEATS
MSMPower Seats, Memory Seat Module
BLANK Not Used
BLANK Not Used
WPR/WSW Windshield Wiper/Washer
BLANK Not Used
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
There is one fuse block in the engine compartment
located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 330
for more information on location.
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