2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE engine

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 starting this check, be sure there is 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 P (Park)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out
of P (Park), contact your dealer/retailer for service.
Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission P (Park) Mechanism
Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
begin to move. You or others could be injured and
property could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Be ready to apply the regular brake at once
should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transmission in N (Neutral),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular
brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the
parking brake only.
To check the P (Park) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then
release the parking brake followed by the regular
brake.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
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Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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 5-20.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-34.
ZR1 Only:
Intercooler
System50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-34.
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, ZR1, 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.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6.2L LS3 V8 and 7.0L LS7 V8 Engines 15776148 A3077C
6.2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine 25940997 A3107C
Engine Oil Filter
6.2L LS3 V8 Engines 89017524 PF48
6.2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine 12626224 UPF-48R
7.0L LS7 V8 Engine 12626224 UPF-48R
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 15848592 CF139
Spark Plug
6.2L LS3 V8 Engine 12609877 41-985
6.2L LS9 V8 Supercharged Engine 12571165 41-104
7.0L LS7 V8 Engine 12571165 41-104
Wiper Blades — 20.7 in (52.5 cm)
Driver Side 12335960 —
Passenger Side 12335961 —
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Engine Drive Belt Routing
6.2L LS3 V8, 7.0L LS7 V8 Engines
6.2L LS9 V8 Engine
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Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government
If you live in Canada, and you believe that your
vehicle has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada
immediately, in addition to notifying General Motors of
Canada Limited. Call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to:
Transport Canada
Road Safety Branch
2780 Sheffield Road
Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in
a situation like this, please notify General Motors.
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or
1-800-263-7854 (French), or write:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
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
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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.
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy
Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated
computers that record information about the vehicle’s
performance and how it is driven. For example,
your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and
control engine and transmission performance, to monitor
the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy
airbags in a crash and, if so equipped, to provide
antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle.
These modules may store data to help your
dealer/retailer technician service your vehicle. Some
modules may also store data about how you operate the
vehicle, such as rate of fuel consumption or average
speed. These modules may also retain the owner’s
personal preferences, such as radio pre-sets, seat
positions, and temperature settings.
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A
Accessories and Modications............................ 5-3
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-23
Active Handling System..................................... 4-8
Active Handling System Light...........................3-40
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-58
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-7
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-102
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-28
Air Conditioning..............................................3-24
Air Dam, Front...............................................2-21
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-36
Readiness Light..........................................3-35
Airbag System................................................1-44
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................1-58
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-51
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-53
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-58
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-51
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?....1-52
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-49
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-47
Antenna, Diversity Antenna System..................3-108Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.....................................................3-108
Antilock Brake System (ABS)............................. 4-5
Antilock Brake, System Warning Light................3-39
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-99
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-95
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net................5-95
Chemical Paint Spotting..............................5-100
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-96
Coated Moldings.........................................5-93
Convertible Top...........................................5-98
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-93
Fiberglass Springs
.....................................5-100
Finish Care.................................................5-96
Finish Damage..........................................5-100
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-94
Interior Cleaning..........................................5-91
Leather......................................................5-94
Removable Roof Panel.................................5-98
Tires..........................................................5-99
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-100
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-95
Weatherstrips..............................................5-95
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-97
Appointments, Scheduling Service.....................7-10
Ashtray.........................................................3-24
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Audio System.................................................3-80
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-106
Diversity Antenna System............................3-108
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual..............................3-95
Radio Reception........................................3-108
Setting the Clock.........................................3-80
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-106
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-108
Audio System(s).............................................3-81
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-12
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-30
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Battery..........................................................5-50
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-17
Run-Down Protection...................................3-18
Bluetooth
®.....................................................3-96
Boost Gage...................................................3-49
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-6
Brake Fluid....................................................5-44
Brakes..........................................................5-44
System Warning Light..................................3-38
Braking........................................................... 4-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-6Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-21
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-56
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-57
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-56
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-57
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-56
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-59
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps............5-59
Buying New Tires...........................................5-78
C
Calibration.....................................................2-37
California Fuel.................................................. 5-7
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-110
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-13, 2-35, 4-19
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-95
Cargo Cover..................................................2-53
CD, MP3 .......................................................3-92
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-51
Chains, Tire...................................................5-85
Check
Engine Lamp..............................................3-42
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-12
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