2008 CHEVROLET CORVETTE manual transmission

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
5-107

ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Manual Transmission – Z51 4.2 qt 4.0 L
Manual Transmission – Z06 4.5 qt 4.3 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid level after lling
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order
6.2L V8 (LS3) WAutomatic
Manual0.040 inch
(1.016 mm)1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3
7.0L V8 (LS7) E Manual0.040 inch
(1.016 mm)1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3
Engine Data
Engine Horsepower Torque Displacement Compression Ratio
6.2L V8 without
option NPP430 5900 rpm 424 lb ft @ 4600 rpm 6.2L 10.69:1
6.2L V8 with
option NPP436 5900 rpm 428 lb ft @ 4600 rpm 6.2L 10.69:1
7.0L V8 505 6300 rpm 470 lb ft @ 4800 rpm 7.0L 11.00:1
5-108

3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the
engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle
starts in any other position, contact your
dealer/retailer for service.
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever
in NEUTRAL, push the clutch pedal down halfway,
and try to start the engine. The vehicle should
start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all
the way to the oor. If the vehicle starts when
the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down,
contact your dealer/retailer for service.Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 2-32.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off and without applying the regular
brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out
of PARK (P), contact your dealer/retailer for service.
6-10

Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name, part
number, or specication can be obtained from your
dealer/retailer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilThe engine requires a special
engine oil meeting GM Standard
GM4718M. Oils meeting this
standard can be identied as
synthetic, and should also be
identied with the American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certied
for Gasoline Engines starburst
symbol. However, not all synthetic
API oils with the starburst symbol
will meet this GM standard. Look for
and use only an oil that meets
GM Standard GM4718M. For the
proper viscosity, seeEngine Oil on
page 5-17.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-28.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Hydraulic
Clutch SystemHydraulic Clutch Fluid. Use only
GM Part No. U.S. 88958860,
in Canada 88901244,
Super DOT-4 brake uid.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Chassis
Lubrication
(Rear Toe-Link
Outer Ends with
ZO6 or Z51
Option)Chassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Manual
TransmissionManual Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 88861800,
in Canada 88861801).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
6-12

Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give additional technical service
information needed to knowledgeably service General
Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains
instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of
your vehicle.
Owner Information
Owner publications are written specically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner manual includes the
Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and
Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee
Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available
for current and past model GM vehicles. To request
an order form, specify year and model name of
the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
on the World Wide Web at: helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and without
incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make
checks payable in U.S. funds.
7-17

Audio System.................................................3-84
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-103
Diversity Antenna System............................3-105
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual.................................................3-103
Radio Reception........................................3-104
Setting the Clock.........................................3-85
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-103
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-105
Audio System(s).............................................3-85
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-12
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-27
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Battery..........................................................5-45
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-19
Run-Down Protection...................................3-20
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-5
Brakes..........................................................5-42
System Warning Light..................................3-41
Braking........................................................... 4-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-5
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-21Bulb Replacement...........................................5-52
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-51
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps.........................................5-53
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-52
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-55
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps............5-54
Buying New Tires...........................................5-74
C
Calibration.............................................2-37, 2-39
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-107
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-13, 2-35, 4-19
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-90
Cargo Cover..................................................2-56
CD, MP3 .......................................................3-98
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-53
Chains, Tire...................................................5-81
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-45
2

Limited-Slip Rear Axle....................................... 4-9
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-24
Lockout Protection..........................................2-12
Locks
Automatic Door Lock....................................2-12
Door ..........................................................2-10
Lockout Protection.......................................2-12
Power Door ................................................2-12
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock............2-12
Loss of Control...............................................4-13
Lumbar
Power and Side Bolsters................................ 1-3
M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year.................................... 6-9
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Replacement Parts....................6-14
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-45
Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Manual Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-27
Operation...................................................2-30
Manual, Using.................................................... iii
Memory Seat, Mirrors, Steering Wheel Controls.... 1-4
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-57
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass....2-39
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar
®
and Compass..........................................2-37
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror.................2-42
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-42
Outside Power Heated Mirrors.......................2-41
MP3 .............................................................3-98
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-5
8

Traction
Active Handling System................................. 4-7
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-6
Control System Warning Light.......................3-42
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.................................... 4-9
Selective Ride Control..................................4-10
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-27
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-27
One-to-Four Shift Light.................................3-40
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-26
Transmission Operation, Manual........................2-30
Trunk/Hatch...................................................2-13
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-9
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-8
Twilight Sentinel
®............................................3-18
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-76
Universal Home Remote System.......................2-46
Operation...................................................2-46
Using this Manual............................................... iii
V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-3
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-24
Parking Your...............................................2-35
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy..................7-18
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).............................................5-98
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-98
Vehicle Personalization
DIC ...........................................................3-75
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-32
Visors...........................................................2-18
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-40
W
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............3-34
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-57
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-7
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
13