2008 CHEVROLET CORVETTE parking brake

Heated Seats
On vehicles with heated seats, the buttons are located
on the center console.
The ignition must be on for this feature to work.
L:Press to turn the seat on at the high setting, and
twice to turn it to the low setting.
9:Press to turn the system off.
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering
Wheel
On vehicles with the memory package, the controls are
located on the driver’s door.
1:Saves the seating position for driver 1.
2:Saves the seating position for driver 2.
B:Recalls the easy exit position.
The numbers on the back of the keyless access
transmitters correspond to the numbers on the memory
buttons.To save seating positions in the memory:
1. Adjust the driver’s seat, both outside mirrors, and
the telescopic steering column to a comfortable
driving position.
2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps let you know
that the position has been stored in the memory.
A second seating, mirror, and telescopic steering column
position can be set by repeating the above steps and
pressing button 2.
To recall a memory position:
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, press
and release the desired button.
If the vehicle is in PARK (P), a single beep sounds
and the memory position is recalled after a brief
delay.
If the vehicle is not in PARK (P), three beeps sound
and the memory position is not recalled.
On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the
vehicle is on, the parking brake needs to be set to
recall the memory position. Press and release
the desired button.
A single beep sounds and the memory position is
recalled after a brief delay.
If the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set,
three beeps sound and the memory position is
not recalled.
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For vehicles with the Auto Memory Recall, see “Auto
Memory Recall” underDIC Vehicle Personalization
on page 3-75for more information.
To stop recall movement of the memory feature at any
time, press one of the power seat controls, power
mirror or memory buttons, or the telescopic steering
column switch.
Easy Exit Seat
B
(Easy Exit Seat):This button is used to program
and recall the desired driver’s seat exit position.
To program an exit position:
1. Recall the desired driving position by pressing
button 1.
2. Adjust the seat and the telescopic steering column
position to a comfortable exit position.
3. Press and hold the exit button until two beeps
sound to let you know that the exit position is
now programmed.A second exit position can be programmed by repeating
the above steps and pressing button 2.
To recall an exit position:
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the
vehicle needs to be in PARK (P).
On vehicles with a manual transmission, the
parking brake needs to be set.
B:Press to recall an exit position.
One beep will sound and the exit position for the
currently identied driver will be recalled.
For vehicles with the Auto Exit Recall, see “Auto Exit
Recall” underDIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-75
for more information.
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Keys...............................................................2-3
Keyless Access System...................................2-5
Keyless Access System Operation....................2-6
Doors and Locks............................................2-10
Door Locks..................................................2-10
Power Door Locks........................................2-12
Automatic Door Lock.....................................2-12
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock.............2-12
Lockout Protection........................................2-12
Hatch..........................................................2-13
Windows........................................................2-16
Power Windows............................................2-17
Sun Visors...................................................2-18
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-18
Theft-Deterrent System..................................2-18
Immobilizer..................................................2-20
Immobilizer Operation....................................2-20
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-21
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-21
Front Air Dam..............................................2-21
Ignition Positions..........................................2-22Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................2-23
Starting the Engine.......................................2-23
Automatic Transmission Operation...................2-26
Manual Transmission Operation......................2-30
Parking Brake..............................................2-32
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)......2-33
Shifting Out of Park......................................2-34
Parking the Vehicle (Manual Transmission).......2-35
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-35
Engine Exhaust............................................2-35
Running the Vehicle While Parked..................2-36
Mirrors...........................................................2-37
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®and Compass...............................2-37
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass.................................................2-39
Outside Power Heated Mirrors........................2-41
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror..................2-42
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-42
OnStar
®System.............................................2-43
Universal Home Remote System......................2-46
Universal Home Remote System Operation......2-46
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Keyless Access System Operation
The Keyless Access System transmitter functions
work up to 100 feet (30 m) away.
There are other conditions that can affect the
performance of the transmitter. SeeKeyless Access
System on page 2-5.
This vehicle comes with
two transmitters.
Q(Lock):Press to lock the doors. The light on the
door ashes once. If
Qis pressed two times, the
doors lock, the light ashes, and the horn sounds.
K(Unlock):Press to unlock the driver door. The light
on the door ashes two times. Press
Ktwo times
within ve seconds to unlock both doors. If it is dark
enough outside, the interior lamps come on.
Press
Kto recall the memory settings. SeeMemory
Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 1-4for more
information.
}(Hatch/Trunk):Press and hold for about
one second to open the hatch/trunk lid while the engine
is off. If the engine is running, the shift lever must be
in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission or NEUTRAL
with the parking brake set for a manual transmission.
SeeParking Brake on page 2-32.
L(Panic):Press to sound the vehicle alarm. Press
any other button on the keyless access transmitter
to stop the vehicle alarm.
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Hatch/Trunk Lid Release
There are several ways to release the hatch/trunk lid.
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift
lever must be in PARK (P). For manual transmission
vehicles, the parking brake must be set when the ignition
is started for the hatch/trunk release to operate. The
parking brake does not need to be set when the ignition
is off for the hatch/trunk release to operate. SeeParking
Brake on page 2-32.
Press the hatch/trunk
Vlid release button, located on
the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.
The theft-deterrent alarm system must not be armed.
Press the hatch/trunk
}lid release button on
the keyless access transmitter. SeeKeyless Access
System on page 2-5.
Press the hatch/trunk release button located on the rear
of the hatch/trunk lid above the license plate, as long
as you have your transmitter with you.If your vehicle has lost battery power, open the
hatch/trunk using the vehicle key. SeeKeys on page 2-3
for more information. The key lock cylinder is located
on the rear of the hatch/trunk lid above the license plate.
Turn the vehicle key clockwise in the lock.
Closing the Rear Compartment (Coupe)
To assist in closing the rear compartment lid of your
coupe, use the pocket on the underside of the lid on the
passenger’s side of the vehicle. When closing the lid,
lower it until the power pull down latch feature activates
and it will close the rest of the way and latch
automatically.
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Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking
System. This feature assists in starting the engine and
protects components. Once cranking has been
initiated, the engine continues cranking for a few
seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does
not start, cranking automatically stops after 15 seconds
to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear
damage, this system also prevents cranking if the
engine is already running.
Notice:The engine is designed to work with the
electronics in the vehicle. If electrical parts or
accessories are added, you could change the way
the engine operates. Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you
do not, the engine might not perform properly.
Any resulting damage would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.Stopping Your Engine
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, move the
shift lever to PARK (P) and press and hold the Acc.
(Off/Accessory) button, located on the instrument panel,
until the engine shuts off. If the shift lever is not in
PARK (P), the engine shuts off and the vehicle goes
into the Accessory Mode. The DIC displays SHIFT TO
PARK. Once the shifter is moved to PARK (P), the
vehicle turns off. If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, it is recommended that you move the
shift lever to REVERSE (R) and set the parking
brake after you turn off the engine by pressing the
Acc. (Off/Accessory) button.
If the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside
the vehicle when it is turned to off, the DIC displays
NO FOB – OFF OR RUN?.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57for
more information.
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Automatic Transmission Operation
There are several different
positions for your shift
lever.
PARK (P):This position locks your rear wheels. It is
the best position to use when you start your engine
because your vehicle cannot move easily.
{CAUTION:
It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the
shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake rmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have to. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle will not move, even
when you are on fairly level ground, always set
your parking brake and move the shift lever to
PARK (P). SeeShifting Into Park (Automatic
Transmission) on page 2-33.
Be sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before
starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control system.
You have to fully apply your regular brakes rst and
then press the shift lever button before you can
shift from PARK (P) when the vehicle is running. If you
cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the
shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into
PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then press
the shift lever button and move the shift lever into
another gear. SeeShifting Out of Park on page 2-34.
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Downshifting (Manual Transmission)
Do not downshift into the gear shown below at a speed
greater than shown in the table:
FIRST (1) 50 mph (80 km/h)
SECOND (2) 74 mph (119 km/h)
THIRD (3) 101 mph (163 km/h)
FOURTH (4) 130 mph (209 km/h)
Notice:If you skip more than one gear when you
downshift, or if you race the engine when you
release the clutch pedal while downshifting, you
could damage the engine, clutch, driveshaft or the
transmission. Do not skip gears or race the
engine when downshifting.
The six-speed transmission has a spring that centers
the shift lever near THIRD (3) and FOURTH (4).
This spring helps you know which gear you are in when
you are shifting. Be careful when shifting from
FIRST (1) to SECOND (2) or downshifting from
SIXTH (6) to FIFTH (5). The spring will try to pull the
shift lever toward FOURTH (4) and THIRD (3).
Make sure you move the lever into SECOND (2) or
FIFTH (5). If you let the shift lever move in the direction
of the pulling, you may end up shifting from FIRST (1)
to FOURTH (4) or from SIXTH (6) to THIRD (3).
Parking Brake
The parking brake lever is located to the right of the
center console.
To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down.
Pull the parking brake lever up. If the ignition is on, the
brake system warning light will come on.
To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal
down. Then push the release button in as you move the
parking brake lever all the way down.
Notice:Driving with the parking brake on can
overheat the brake system and cause premature
wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure
that the parking brake is fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.
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