2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE center console

If the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system detects a at
tire and the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays
TIRE FLAT, or if the TPM system is malfunctioning and
the DIC displays SERVICE TIRE MONITOR, the
Active Handling System will be affected as follows:
The Active Handling System cannot be turned off by
the driver.
If the Active Handling System is off, it will be turned
on automatically.
Competitive Driving Mode is unavailable.
The Active Handling System will feel different in
aiding and maintaining directional control.
Competitive Driving Mode
The driver can select this optional handling mode by
pressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button on the console
quickly two times. COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE will
be displayed in the DIC. Competitive Driving Mode allows
the driver to have full control of the rear wheels while the
Active Handling System helps maintain directional control
of the vehicle by selective brake application. This involves
less intervention than with both the Active Handling
System and Traction Control Systems on. The Traction
Control System will not be operating. Adjust your driving
accordingly.This light will be on when
the vehicle is in the
Competitive Driving Mode.
When the ACTIVE HANDLING button is pressed
again, the Active Handling and Traction Control Systems
will be on. The TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE
HANDLING-ON message will be displayed briey in the
DIC and a chime will be heard.
Notice:When traction control is turned off, or
Competitive Driving Mode is active, it is possible to
lose traction. If you attempt to shift with the drive
wheels spinning with a loss of traction, it is possible
to cause damage to the transmission. Do not attempt
to shift when the drive wheels do not have traction.
Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is not
covered. See the warranty book for additional
information.
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Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle can give more
traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like
a standard axle most of the time, but when traction
is low, this feature allows the drive wheel with the most
traction to move the vehicle.
Selective Ride Control
The vehicle may have a ride control system called
Magnetic Selective Ride Control. The system provides
the following performance benets:
Reduced Impact Harshness
Improved Road Isolation
Improved High-Speed Stability
Improved Handling Response
Better Control of Body Ride MotionsThis knob is located on the
center console. Turn it to
select the suspension
of your choice.
TOUR:Use for normal city and highway driving. This
setting provides a smooth, soft ride.
SPORT:Use where road conditions or personal
preference demand more control. This setting provides
more “feel”, or response to the road conditions.
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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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Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-34
Safety Belts
Care of ......................................................5-95
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-14
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-22
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-25
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-24
Safety Belts Are for Everyone......................... 1-8
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Seatback Latches............................................. 1-8
Seats
Heated Seats............................................... 1-4
Memory, Mirrors............................................ 1-4
Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters.................... 1-3
Power Seats................................................. 1-3
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-6
Seatback Latches.......................................... 1-8
Securing a Child Restraint
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-40
Security Light.................................................3-47
Selective Ride Control.....................................4-10
Service........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 5-5Service (cont.)
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-5
Engine Soon Lamp......................................3-42
Publications Ordering Information...................7-15
Service, Scheduling Appointments.....................7-10
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-58
Setting the Clock............................................3-80
Shifting Into Park............................................2-33
Shifting Out of Park........................................2-34
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Specications, Capacities...............................5-110
Speedometer..................................................3-34
Starting the Engine.........................................2-23
Steering........................................................4-11
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-106
Steering Wheel Controls, Memory....................... 1-4
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-51
Convenience Net.........................................2-53
Cupholders.................................................2-51
Glove Box..................................................2-51
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-52
Storing the Roof Panel....................................2-57
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-21
Sun Visors.....................................................2-18
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