2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE low beam

The engine oil pressure can also be displayed using the
GAGES button on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
SeeDriver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49.
Security Light
For information regarding
this light and the vehicle’s
security system, see
Theft-Deterrent System
on page 2-18.
Fog Lamp Light
The fog lamp light comes
on when the fog lamps
are in use.
The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off.
SeeFog Lamps on page 3-16for more information.
Lights On Reminder
This light comes on
whenever the parking
lamps are on.
SeeHeadlamps on Reminder on page 3-15for more
information.
Highbeam On Light
This light comes on when
the high-beam headlamps
are in use.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8
for more information.
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Approach Lights:This option briey turns on the
parking lamps, the high-beam headlamps and the
back-up lamps during low light periods when the keyless
access transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle.
Press the OPTION button until APPROACH LIGHTS
appears on the display, then press the RESET button to
scroll through the following modes:
OFF
ON (default)
If you choose OFF, this option will turn off.
If you choose ON, the parking lamps, the high-beam
headlamps, and the back-up lamps will come on
for 20 seconds during low light periods when all of the
following occurs:
You press the unlock button on the keyless access
transmitter.
Both of the doors are closed.
The vehicle is off or in RAP.
The lamps remain on for 20 seconds or until a door is
opened, the lock button on the keyless access
transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off or
in RAP.
SeeKeyless Access System on page 2-4for more
information.When the mode you want is selected, press the
OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the
next personal option.
Twilight Delay:This option allows you to set the
amount of time you want the parking lamps and
high-beam headlamps to remain on after you exit the
vehicle. This will occur when the vehicle is off or in RAP
and the headlamps are on due to the automatic
headlamp system. The parking lamps and high-beam
headlamps will remain on until the driver selected
time expires, the exterior lamp control is activated or the
vehicle is no longer off or in RAP.
Press the OPTION button until TWILIGHT DELAY
appears on the display, then press the RESET button to
scroll through the following modes:
OFF
15 S
30 S (default)
90 S
If you choose OFF, this option will turn off.
If you choose 15 S, the twilight delay time will be set to
15 seconds.
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What to Use
To add lubricant when the level is low, use Dexron
LS Gear Oil 75W-90 (GM Part No. US. 88862624, in
Canada 88862625) meeting GM Specication 9986290.
To completely rell after draining, seeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Then ll to the
bottom of the ller plug hole with the Synthetic Gear
Lubricant.
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and
should need no further adjustment.
However, if your vehicle is damaged in a crash, the
headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the
low-beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming
drivers ash their high-beam headlamps at you
(for vertical aim).
If the headlamps need to be re-aimed, it is
recommended that you take the vehicle to your
dealer/retailer for service.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs,
seeReplacement Bulbs on page 5-59.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in
this section, contact your dealer/retailer.
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting
{CAUTION:
The low beam high intensity discharge lighting
system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to
service any of the system components, you could
be seriously injured. Have your dealer/retailer or a
qualied technician service them.
The vehicle may have HID headlamps. After an
HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, you may
notice that the beam is a slightly different shade
than it was originally. This is normal.
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Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow
the instructions on the bulb package.
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and
Parking Lamps
A. High-beam Headlamp
B. Low-beam Headlamp
C. Front Parking/Turn Signal/
Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)
If the low-beam headlamp needs to be replaced, see
your dealer/retailer. SeeHigh Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting on page 5-56for more information.
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To replace a high-beam or front parking/turn signal/
DRL bulb:
1. Turn the wheel to allow access to the wheel well.
2. Remove the three outer fasteners to move the
access panel back.
3. Remove the outer cover to expose the high-beam
headlamp bulb socket.4. Remove the headlamp
bulb by releasing the
outer tabs from
the socket.
5. Remove the front parking/turn signal bulb by turning
the bulb socket counterclockwise.
6. Replace the high-beam headlamp bulb with a new
bulb and reattach to the bulb socket.
Replace the front parking/turn signal bulb by turning
the bulb socket clockwise.
7. Reverse the Steps 2 through 4 to reinstall.
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Fuse Usage
5 Stoplamps/Back-Up Lamps
6 Oxygen Sensor
7 Battery Main 5
8 Parking Lamps
9Powertrain Relay Input/Electronic
Throttle Control
10 Manual Transmission Solenoids
11 Antilock Braking System
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 Washer
18 Headlamp Washer
19Passenger Side Low-Beam
Headlamp
20 Fuel PumpFuse Usage
21 Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp
22 Front Fog Lamp
23Passenger Side High-Beam
Headlamp
24 Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp
56Engine Control Module (ECM)/
Transmission Control Module (TCM)/
Easy Key Module
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 Intercooler Pump
33 Battery Main 1
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Micro-Relays Usage
34 Horn
35 Air Conditioning Compressor
36 Windshield Washer
37 Parking Lamps, Foglamps
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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Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-6
Specications............................................... 5-6
Glove Box.....................................................2-51
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-7
H
Hatch/Trunk...................................................2-13
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Headlamp
Aiming .......................................................5-56
Headlamp Wiring...........................................5-102
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-56
Daytime Running Lamp................................3-15
Exterior Lamps............................................3-14
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-9
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-57
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-57
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-56
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-15
Wiper Activated...........................................3-14
Head-Up Display (HUD)...................................3-19Heated Seats................................................... 1-4
Heater...........................................................3-24
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-47
High-Speed Operation, Tires.............................5-72
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-18
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-18
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-12
Release.....................................................5-13
Horn ............................................................... 3-6
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-14
Hydraulic Clutch.............................................5-31
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Ignition Positions.............................................2-22
Immobilizer....................................................2-19
Immobilizer Operation......................................2-20
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-29
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................5-70
Installing the Roof Panel..................................2-58
Instrument Panel
Brightness..................................................3-18
Cluster.......................................................3-32
Overview..................................................... 3-4
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