2008 CHEVROLET CORVETTE air condition

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned
and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the
longest tire life and best overall performance.
Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will
not be necessary on a regular basis. However, if
you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to
one side or the other, the alignment might need to
be checked. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when
driving on a smooth road, the tires and wheels
might need to be rebalanced. See your dealer/retailer
for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,
wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your
dealer/retailer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer/retailer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted
the same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM
original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to
have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts
for your vehicle.
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Windshield and Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner.
Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or
paper towel soaked with windshield washer uid or a
mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly
when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a
buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause
wiper streaking. Replace the wiper blades if they are
worn or damaged.
Wipers can be damaged by:
Extreme dusty conditions
Sand and salt
Heat and sun
Snow and ice, without proper removal
Removable Roof Panel
Notice:If you use a glass treatment and/or
conditioner that contains ethyl alcohol or ethyl
sulfate on the roof panel, you could damage
the panel. The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Only use a GM-approved glass cleaner
on the roof panel.
Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing,
and/or storing the roof panel.
Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry
the panel.
Clean a transparent roof panel with GM Glass
Cleaner. Leave the cleaner on the panel for
one minute, then wipe the panel with a soft, lint-free
cloth. Do not use glass cleaner on a painted roof
panel.
Do not use abrasive cleaning materials on either
type of panel.
If water drops are frequently allowed to dry on the roof
panel, impurities in the water will adhere to the top.
These impurities may etch or mar the nish. When the
panel gets wet, dry it off.
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Convertible Top
The vehicle’s convertible top should be cleaned often.
However, high pressure car washes may cause water to
enter your vehicle.
When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade.
Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge.
A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top, and
a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric. Do not
use detergents, harsh cleaners, solvents or bleaching
agents.
Wet the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid
spots or rings. Let the soap remain on the fabric for
a few minutes. When the top is really dirty, use a mild
foam-type cleaner. Thoroughly rinse the entire
vehicle, then let the top dry in direct sunlight.
To protect the convertible top:
After you wash the vehicle, make sure the top is
completely dry before you lower it.
Do not get any cleaner on the vehicle’s painted
nish; it could leave streaks.
If you decide to go through an automatic car wash,
ask the manager if the equipment could damage
your top.
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
and Trim
Your vehicle may have either aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels.
Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild
soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing
thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then
be applied.
Notice:Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may
be damaged if you do not wash your vehicle after
driving on roads that have been sprayed with
magnesium, calcium or sodium chloride. These
chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as
ice and dust. Always wash your vehicle’s chrome
with soap and water after exposure.
Notice:If you use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners
that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated
wheels, you could damage the surface of the
wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Use only approved cleaners on aluminum
or chrome-plated wheels.
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Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not
removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the
underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, oor pan,
and exhaust system even though they have corrosion
protection.
At least every spring, ush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of
the frame should be loosened before being ushed.
Your dealer/retailer or an underbody car washing system
can do this for you.
Fiberglass Springs
(Composite Springs)
Notice:If you use acidic or corrosive cleaning
products, engine degreasers or aluminum cleaning
agents on berglass springs, you may damage
the springs. The repairs would not be covered by
your warranty. Use only approved cleaners
when cleaning your vehicle’s berglass springs.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a
chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and
attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can
take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and
small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, we will
repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces
of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within
12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase,
whichever occurs rst.
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Fuses Usage
CRUISE
SWITCHCruise Control Switch
CTSY/LAMP Courtesy Lamp
DR LCK Door Locks
DRIV DR
SWITCHDriver Door Switch
ECM Engine Control Module (ECM)
EXH MDLExhaust Module (Z06), Spare
(Coupe and Convertible)
GM LAN
RUN/CRNKGM LAN Devices
HTD SEAT/
WPR RLYHeated Seat, Wiper Relays
HVAC/
PWR SNDHeating. Ventilation/Air Conditioning,
Power Sounder
IGN
SWTCH/INTR
SNSRIgnition Switch, Intrusion Sensor
ISRVM/HVACElectric Inside Rearview Mirror,
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
ONSTAR OnStar
®
Fuses Usage
RDO/S-BAND/
VICSRadio, S-Band, VICS
REAR FOG/
ALDL/TOP
SWTCHRear Fog Lamp, Assembly Line
Diagnostic Link Connector,
Convertible Top Switch
REVERSE
LAMPSReverse Lamps
RUN CRNK Run/Crank Relay
SDM/AOS
SWTCH
AIRBAGSensing and Diagnostic Module,
Automatic Occupant Sensing
Module, Airbag
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
STOP LAMP Stop Lamp
SWC DM Steering Wheel Dimming
TELE
SWTCH/MSMTelescope Switch, Memory Seat
Module
TONNEAU
RELSETonneau Release
TPA Tonneau Pulldown Actuator
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Fuse Usage
1Transmission Control Module/
Transmission
2 Horn, Alternator Sense
3 Antilock Brakes/Real Time Damping
4 Wiper
5 Stoplamps/Back-Up Lamps
6 02 Sensor
7 Battery Main 5
8 Park Lamps
9Powertrain Relay Input/Electronic
Throttle Control
10 Manual Transmission Solenoids
11Engine Control Module/Transmission
Control Module/Easy Key Module
12 Odd Numbered Fuel Injectors
13Electronic Suspension Control
(Option)
14Canister Purge Solenoid, Mass Air
Flow Sensor
15 Air Conditioner Compressor
16 Even Numbered Fuel Injectors
17 Windshield WasherFuse Usage
18 Headlamp Washer
19Passenger Side Low-Beam
Headlamp
20 Fuel Pump
21 Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp
22 Front Fog Lamp
23Passenger Side High-Beam
Headlamp
24 Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp
J-Style Fuses Usage
25 Cooling Fan
26 Battery Main 3
27 Antilock Brake System
28Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning
Blower
29 Battery Main 2
30 Starter
31 Audio Amplier
32 Blank
33 Battery Main 1
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Micro-Relays Usage
34 Horn
35 Air Conditioning Compressor
36 Windshield Washer
37 Park, Position Lamps
38 Front Fog Lamp
39 High-Beam Headlamp
46 Headlamp Washer
55 Fuel Pump
Mini-Relays Usage
40 Rear Defog
41 Windshield Wiper High/Low
42 Windshield Wiper Run/Accessory
43 Crank
44 Powertrain Ignition 1
45 Windshield Wiper On/Off
47 Low-Beam Headlamp
Spare Fuses Usage
48 Spare
49 Spare
50 Spare
51 Spare
52 Spare
53 Spare
54 Fuse Puller
Diodes Usage
§Diode 1
§Wiper
§Diode 2
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.
SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more
information.
Cooling System
6.2L V8 Engine 12.5 qt 11.85 L
7.0L V8 Engine 11.9 qt 11.25 L
Engine Oil with Filter
6.2L V8 Engine 6.0 qt 5.7 L
7.0L V8 Engine 8.5 qt 8.0 L
Fuel Tank 18.0 gal 68.0 L
Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission (Pan Removal and Filter
Replacement)6.5 qt 6.2 L
Manual Transmission – Base 3.6 qt 3.5 L
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