2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE instrument panel

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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SERVICE AIR CONDITIONING
This message displays when the electronic sensors
that control the air conditioning and heating
systems are no longer working. Have the climate
control system serviced by your dealer if you notice
a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES
If this message displays while you are driving, stop
as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then
start the engine again to reset the system. If the
message stays on, or comes back on again while
you are driving, your vehicle is in need of service.
See your dealer. If the anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light is on and the regular brake system
warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but do
not have ABS. If the regular brake system warning
light is also on, you do not have ABS and there is a
problem with the brakes. SeeAnti-Lock Brake
System Warning Light on page 197andBrake
System Warning Light on page 196.
If this message is displayed, the Traction Control
System (TCS) and the Active Handling System
will also be disabled. The DIC will scroll three
messages: SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES,
SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM, and SERVICEACTIVE HANDLING, and the instrument panel
cluster lights will come on along with a chime.
When the service message is displayed, the
computer controlled systems will not assist the
driver. Have the system repaired by your dealer as
soon as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly.
To acknowledge these messages, press the
RESET button.SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM
If this message displays while you are driving,
there may be a problem with the electrical charging
system. It could mean that there is a loose or
broken drive belt or that there is another electrical
problem. Have your vehicle checked right away
by your dealer. Driving while this message is
on could drain the battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the
message on, be certain to turn off the vehicle’s
accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
Multiple chimes sound when this message is
displayed.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears every 10 minutes
until this condition changes.
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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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TIRE FLAT
{CAUTION:
When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE
FLAT message is displayed on the Driver
Information Center, your vehicle’s handling
capabilities will be reduced during severe
maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you could
lose control of your vehicle. You or others
could be injured. Do not drive over 55 mph
(90 km/h) when the LOW TIRE PRESSURE
or TIRE FLAT message is displayed. Drive
cautiously and check your tire pressures
as soon as you can.
This message displays when one or more of the
tires is at. This message also displays LEFT
FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT
REAR to indicate which tire is affected. Multiple
chimes sound and the tire pressure light on the
instrument panel cluster comes on when this
message is displayed. SeeTire Pressure Light
on page 199.This message is followed by the MAXIMUM
SPEED 55 MPH (90 km/h) message, and then
by the REDUCED HANDLING message. The
Active Handling System will intervene more quickly
when a at tire has been detected. Adjust your
driving accordingly.
You can receive more than one tire pressure
message at a time. To read other messages that
may have been sent at the same time, press
the RESET button. If a tire pressure message
appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you
can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to
those shown on the Tire Loading Information
label. SeeExtended 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.
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TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the power convertible top button is pressed and
the power convertible top pump motor temperature
is below -4°F (-20°C). Wait for the power
convertible top pump motor to warm up before
using the power convertible top.
TOP MOTOR OVER TEMPERATURE
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the power convertible top button is pressed and
the power convertible top pump motor temperature
is over 221°F (105°C). Wait for the power
convertible top pump motor to cool down before
using the power convertible top.
TOP NOT SECURE
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the power convertible top button is released
before the top open or close operation is complete
or if the top is closed without the header latch
engaged. Press and hold the convertible top button
to fully open or close the top, and make sure
that the header latch is engaged after the top is
closed.
TRACTION SYSTEM ACTIVE
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) is limiting wheel spin. Slippery
road conditions may exist if this message
is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly.
The message stays on for a few seconds after the
TCS stops limiting wheel spin. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 281for more
information.
TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE
HANDLING – OFF
This message displays, the instrument panel
cluster light turns on, and a chime sounds when
the Traction Control System (TCS) and Active
Handling System are turned off by pressing
the Active Handling System button on the console
for ve seconds. The Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) remains on with the TCS and Active
Handling System off. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 281andActive Handling System on
page 283for more information.
To acknowledge this message, press the RESET
button.
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TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE
HANDLING – ON
If the Traction Control System (TCS) and Active
Handling System are off, this message displays
briey, the instrument panel cluster light turns off,
and a chime sounds when the TCS and Active
Handling System are turned on by briey pressing
the Active Handling System button on the
console. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 281andActive Handling System on
page 283for more information.
TRACTION SYSTEM – OFF
This message displays and stays on, a single,
quick tone sounds, and the traction control system
(TCS) warning light on the instrument panel
cluster turns on when the TCS is turned off by
pressing the Active Handling System button on the
console. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light on page 197. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 281for more information.
To acknowledge the message, press the
RESET button.
TRACTION SYSTEM – ON
This message displays and a single, quick tone
sounds when the Traction Control System (TCS) is
turned on by pressing the Active Handling System
button on the console. This message automatically
clears from the DIC display on its own. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 281for more
information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
This message displays and four chimes sound
if the transmission uid temperature rises above
270°F (132°C) or rises rapidly. The transmission
may shift gears or apply the torque converter
clutch to reduce the uid temperature. Driving
aggressively or driving on long hills can cause the
transmission uid temperature to be higher than
normal. If this message appears, you may continue
to drive at a slower speed. Monitor the transmission
uid temperature and allow it to cool to at least
230°F (110°C). The transmission uid temperature
can be monitored with the gages button on the DIC.
SeeDIC Controls and Displays on page 208and
Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 345. Also
check the engine coolant temperature. If it is also
hot, seeEngine Overheating on page 350.
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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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Adding non-dealer accessories can affect your
vehicle’s performance. SeeAccessories and
Modications on page 319for more information.
Active Handling System
The Active Handling System is a computer
controlled system that helps the driver maintain
directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving
conditions. This is accomplished by selectively
applying any one of the vehicle’s brakes.
When you rst start your vehicle during cold winter
weather and begin to drive away, the message
ACTIVE HANDLING WARMING UP may be
displayed in the DIC. This is normal. You can
acknowledge this message by pressing the RESET
button. The Active Handling System performance
is affected until the message, ACTIVE HANDLING
READY, is displayed in the DIC.
The ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING message
may be displayed in the DIC and the instrument
panel cluster light will be on after exceeding
18 mph (30 km/h) for 10 seconds. The Active
Handling System is off until the ACTIVE
HANDLING READY message is displayed.
This could take up to 15 minutes.The ACTIVE HANDLING message will come on
when the system is operating. SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 214for more information.
You may also feel or hear the system working.
This is normal.
The SERVICE ACTIVE
HANDLING message
will be displayed, the
instrument cluster light
will come on, and a
chime will sound to let
you know if there is a
problem with the system.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 214for
more information.
When this light and the SERVICE ACTIVE
HANDLING SYSTEM message are on, the system
is not operational. Adjust your driving accordingly.
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