2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE engine

You can start or stop the elapsed time by pressing
the RESET button. To reset the elapsed time to
zero, press the RESET button for three seconds
while the timer is displayed.
Pressing and holding the RESET button for at
least 10 seconds will reset the timer display to the
time since last ignition cycle.
Average Speed:Press the TRIP button until the
average speed is displayed, such as:
AVERAGE SPEED 62 MPH or
AVERAGE SPEED 100 km/h
Press and hold the RESET button to reset to
0.0 mph (km/h).
Engine Oil Life:Press the TRIP button until the
engine oil life is displayed, such as OIL LIFE
REMAINING 89%.
This is an estimate of the engine oil’s remaining
useful life. It will show 100% when the system
is reset after an oil change. It will alert you
to change your oil on a schedule consistent with
your driving conditions.When the remaining oil life is low, the system will
alert you with the message CHANGE ENGINE OIL.
Remember, you must reset the engine oil life
system yourself after each oil change. It will not
reset itself. To reset the system, seeEngine
Oil Life System on page 340. Be careful not to
reset the engine oil life system accidentally at any
time other than when the oil has just been
changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the
next oil change.
SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 433and
Engine Oil on page 333for more information.
OPTION Button
The OPTION button allows you to access the
PERSONAL OPTIONS menu and customize the
personalization settings on your vehicle. See
DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 234for more
information.
RESET Button
The RESET button, used along with other buttons,
will reset system functions and turn off or
acknowledge messages on the DIC.
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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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CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
trunk is open while you are trying to operate
the convertible top. Make sure the trunk is closed
before operating the convertible top. See
Convertible Top (Manual) on page 139or
Convertible Top (Power) on page 146.
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE
This message displays and a short chime sounds
when the Competitive Driving mode is selected.
The instrument panel cluster light will not be
on when the Competitive Driving mode is selected.
The Traction Control System (TCS) will not be
operating while in the Competitive Driving mode.
Adjust your driving accordingly. SeeRacing or
Other Competitive Driving on page 292for more
information.
COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
engine coolant exceeds 255°F (124°C). If you have
been operating your vehicle under normal driving
conditions, pull off the road, stop your vehicle, and
turn off the engine as soon as possible.
You can monitor the coolant temperature with the
gages button on the DIC or the engine coolant
temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 350,DIC
Controls and Displays on page 208, andEngine
Coolant Temperature Gage on page 199.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET
button. The message reappears and a chime
sounds every minute until this condition changes.
If you do not press the RESET button, the
message remains on until the condition changes.
CRUISE DISENGAGED
This message displays briey when you disengage
the cruise control system by stepping on the brake
on an automatic transmission vehicle or the clutch
on a manual transmission vehicle, or by turning off
the cruise control switch. SeeCruise Control on
page 164for more information.
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ENGINE DRAG CONTROL ACTIVE
This message displays when engine drag control
is active. When driving in a lower gear in rainy,
snowy, or icy conditions and then letting up on the
accelerator or downshifting, the rear wheels
may begin to slip and this message displays. This
message stays on for a few seconds following
the engine drag control event.
ENGINE OVERHEATED – STOP
ENGINE
This message displays and a continuous chime
sounds when the engine has overheated. Stop and
turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe
engine damage. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 350.
ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE
ENGINE RPM
This message displays if the engine oil
temperature exceeds 320°F (160°C). Check the
engine coolant temperature and engine oil level. If
the engine is too hot, seeEngine Overheating
on page 350. Your vehicle may need service, so
see your dealer.You can monitor the oil temperature with the
gages button on the DIC. SeeDIC Controls and
Displays on page 208.
Multiple chimes sound when this message is
displayed. This message remains displayed and
active until the issue is resolved.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED
This message displays if it is dark enough outside
and the headlamps and the Twilight Sentinel®
controls are off. This message informs the driver
that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended.
It has become dark enough outside to require
the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps.
HIGH TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when one or more of the
tires is over-inated. This message also displays
LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or
RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire is affected. 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.
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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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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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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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