2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE warning

Run-Flat Tires
This vehicle, when new, had run-at tires. There is no
spare tire, no tire changing equipment, and no place
to store a tire in the vehicle. Run-at tires perform
so well without any air that a Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS) is used to alert you if a tire has
lost pressure.
{CAUTION:
When the low tire warning light is displayed on
the instrument panel cluster, your vehicle’s handling
capabilities will be reduced during severe
maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you could lose
control of your vehicle. You or others could be
injured. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h)
when the low tire warning light is displayed.
Drive cautiously and check your tire pressures
as soon as you can.
If a tire goes at, you will not need to stop on the side of
the road to change the tire. You can just keep on driving.
The shorter the distance you drive and the slower thespeed, the greater the chance that the tire will not have
to be replaced. If you drive on a deated run-at tire
for 25 miles (40 km) or less and at speeds of 55 mph
(90 km/h) or less, there is a good chance that the tire
can be repaired. The tires on coupe, convertible and
Z06 models can operate effectively with no air pressure
for up to 100 miles (160 km) at speeds up to 55 mph
(90 km/h), but the tire would then have to be replaced.
The tires on ZR1 models can operate effectively with no
air pressure for up to 50 miles (80 km) at speeds up to
55 mph (90 km/h), but the tire would then have to be
replaced. When a tire is lled with air, it provides a
cushion between the road and the wheel. Because you
will not have this cushion when driving on a deated tire,
try to avoid potholes that could damage your wheel and
require replacement of it.
Some road hazards can damage a tire beyond repair.
This damage could occur even before you have driven
on the tire in a deated condition. When a tire has
been damaged, or if you have driven any distance
on a run-at tire, check with an authorized run-at tire
service center to determine whether the tire can be
repaired or should be replaced. To maintain your
vehicle’s run-at feature, all replacement tires must
be self-supporting tires. As soon as possible, contact
the nearest authorized GM or run-at servicing
facility for inspection and repair or replacement.
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Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Industry
and Science Canada
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates
on a radio frequency and complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
The TPMS operates on a radio frequency and complies
with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the
driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS
sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly
on your vehicle. The TPMS sensors monitor the air
pressure in the vehicle’s tires and transmits the tire
pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle.
When a low tire pressure
condition is detected, the
TPMS illuminates the low
tire pressure warning light,
located in the instrument
panel cluster.
At the same time a message to check the pressure in
a specic tire appears on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) display. The low tire pressure warning light and the
DIC warning message appear at each ignition cycle until
the tires are inated to the correct ination pressure.
Using the DIC, tire pressure levels can be viewed by
the driver. For additional information and details about
the DIC operation and displays seeDIC Operation and
Displays on page 3-49andDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 3-54.
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The low tire pressure warning light may come on in
cool weather when the vehicle is rst started, and then
turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early
indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting
low and need to be inated to the proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to
your vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s original
equipment tires and the correct ination pressure for
your vehicle’s tires when they are cold. SeeLoading the
Vehicle on page 4-22, for an example of the Tire and
Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle.
Also seeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-70for
additional information.
Your vehicle’s TPMS can warn you about a low tire
pressure condition but it does not replace normal
tire maintenance. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-76,When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-77,
andTires on page 5-62.
Notice:Liquid tire sealants could damage the Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors. Sensor
damage caused by using a tire sealant is not covered
by your warranty. Do not use liquid tire sealants.TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of
the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the
system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light
ashes for about one minute and then stays on for the
remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning message
is also displayed. The low tire warning light and DIC
warning message come on at each ignition cycle until
the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that
can cause the malfunction light and DIC message to
come on are:
The TPMS sensor matching process was not done
or not completed successfully. The DIC message
should go off after successfully completing the
sensor matching process.
One or more TPMS sensors are missing or
damaged. Under these conditions the TPMS
malfunction light (low tire warning light) comes on,
and at the same time the DIC message is displayed.
The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light
should go off once the TPMS sensors are installed
and the sensor matching process is performed
successfully.
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{CAUTION:
If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the
wheel rim anges could develop cracks after
many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel
could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use
only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the
vehicle.
If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that
do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the
same size, load range, speed rating, and construction
type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s
original tires.
Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system
could give an inaccurate low-pressure warning if
non-TPC Spec rated tires are installed on it. Non-TPC
Spec rated tires may give a low-pressure warning that is
higher or lower than the proper warning level you would
get with TPC Spec rated tires. SeeTire Pressure Monitor
System on page 5-73.
Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed on
the Tire and Loading Information label. SeeLoading the
Vehicle on page 4-22, for more information about the Tire
and Loading Information label and its location on your
vehicle.
Different Size Tires and Wheels
If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than
your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect
the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride
and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance
to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic
systems such as, antilock brakes, traction control, and
electronic stability control, the performance of these
systems can be affected.
{CAUTION:
If you add different sized wheels, your vehicle may
not provide an acceptable level of performance and
safety if tires not recommended for those wheels
are selected. You may increase the chance that you
will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM
specic wheel and tire systems developed for your
vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM
certied technician.
SeeBuying New Tires on page 5-78andAccessories
and Modifications on page 5-3for additional information.
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Traction – AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s
ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specied government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
{WARNING:
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature – A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B,
and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a
specied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum required by law.
{WARNING:
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inated
and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underination, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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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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Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.........................7-14
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-7
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-15
D
Daytime Running Lamp...................................3-15
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Disc, MP3......................................................3-92
Diversity Antenna System...............................3-108
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-5
Door
Automatic Door Lock....................................2-12
Locks........................................................2-10
Power Door Locks.......................................2-12
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock............2-12
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................3-49
DIC Operation and Displays..........................3-49
DIC Vehicle Personalization..........................3-71
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-54
Other Messages..........................................3-70
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-16
Before a Long Trip......................................4-17
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-3
Highway Hypnosis.......................................4-18Driving (cont.)
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-18
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-16
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-22
Winter........................................................4-19
Driving for Better Fuel Economy......................... 4-2
Dual Automatic Climate Control System.............3-24E
EDR .............................................................7-16
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-102
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................5-106
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-103
Headlamp Wiring.......................................5-102
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-103
Power Windows and Other Power Options....5-102
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-102
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-28
Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp...........3-42
Coolant......................................................5-34
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-41
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-15
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-14
Exhaust.....................................................2-35
Oil .............................................................5-20
Oil Life System...........................................5-26
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