2015 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Owners Manual

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Power Mirrors
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Press L (Left) or R (Right) toselect a mirror.
2. Press the control pad to adjust the mirror.
3. Return the switch to the center to deselect the mirror.
If the vehicle has the memory
feature, a preferred mirror position
can be stored. See Memory Seats
on page 3-4.
Folding Mirrors
To fold, pull the mirror toward the
vehicle. Push the mirror outward to
return it to the original position.
Heated Mirrors
1
(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to heat the mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8-1.
Automatic Dimming
Mirror
The driver outside mirror
automatically adjusts for the glare of
headlamps from behind.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with memory seats, the
passenger and/or driver mirror tilts
to a preselected position when the
vehicle is in R (Reverse). This
allows the curb to be seen when
parallel parking. The mirror(s) return to the original
position when:
.The vehicle is shifted out of
R (Reverse), or remains in
R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
.The ignition is turned off.
.The vehicle is driven in
R (Reverse) above a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization on
page 5-45.

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Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
If equipped with OnStar, there are
three buttons at the bottom of the
mirror. See your dealer for more
information on the system and how
to subscribe to OnStar. SeeOnStar
Overview on page 14-1.
To avoid accidental OnStar calls,
clean the mirror with the ignition off.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.
Manual Rearview Mirror
Push the tab forward for daytime
use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming
reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature
comes on when the vehicle is
started.
Windows
{Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.

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Power Windows
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous for many
reasons; children or others could
be badly injured or even killed.
They could operate the power
windows or other controls or even
make the vehicle move. The
windows will function with the
RKE transmitter in the vehicle
and they could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Do not
leave the RKE transmitter in a
vehicle with children.
Press the switch to the first detent to
lower the window. Pull to the first
detent to raise the window. Release
to stop at the desired position.
If windows are operated repeatedly
in short intervals, window operation
is disabled for a short time.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
allows the use of the power
windows when the ignition is off.
SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 9-24.
Express Window Operation
This feature allows the window to
automatically open or close fully.
.To activate express-down, press
the switch fully to the second
detent and release.
.To activate express-up, pull the
switch fully to the second detent
and release.
.To stop window movement,
press or pull the switch briefly.
Obstacle Detection
This feature is active during
express-up movements in ON/RUN/
START, or when the engine is off
and RAP is active. Obstacle
detection also works with RAP when
the switch is held up.
If the window encounters an object
during closing, it will stop and open
to a predetermined distance.

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Conditions such as severe cold or
ice may cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window will return
to normal operation once the
condition or object is removed.
If conditions prevent a window from
closing and the window continues to
auto-reverse, it is possible to close
the window while in ON/RUN by
holding the window switch in the
first or second detent until the
window is closed.
Window Operation with
Convertible Top
Windows automatically lower fully
when the convertible top is lowered
or raised. SeeConvertible Top on
page 2-28. To raise the windows,
pull the switch to the second detent
and release.
Window Indexing
Indexing automatically lowers the
window a small amount when the
door is opened. When the door is
closed, the window will raise to its
full up position. If either window does not index properly, it could be
due to loss of power. Before
returning to the dealer for service,
perform the window indexing reset
procedure.
Window Indexing and
Express-Up Reset
Window indexing may be required if
the vehicle battery has been
recharged or disconnected, or is not
working. Express-up and the
convertible top will not function until
the windows are reset. After battery
power is restored, a message
displays in the Driver Information
Center. See
Driver Information
Center (DIC) on page 5-26.
Once power is restored:
1. Close the doors.
2. Start the vehicle.
3. Hold the window switch up to the
fully closed position.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block
glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window or, if equipped, extend
along the rod.

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Roof
Roof Panel
If equipped with a removable roof
panel, use the following procedures
to remove or install it.
{Caution
If a roof panel is dropped or
rested on its edges, the roof
panel, paint, and/or
weatherstripping may be
damaged. Always place the roof
panel in the stowage receivers
after removing it from the vehicle.
Removing the Roof Panel
{Warning
Do not remove a roof panel while
the vehicle is moving. The panel
could fall into the vehicle and(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
strike an occupant and cause you
to lose control. It could also fly off
and strike another vehicle.
Remove the roof panel only when
the vehicle is parked.
It may be necessary to have help
removing the roof panel.
To remove:
1. Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park) or a manual
transmission into 1 (First) or
R (Reverse).
2. Turn the ignition off and set the parking brake.
3. Lower both sun visors.
4. Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may interfere with
proper storage of the roof panel. 5. Lower the windows.
There are two release handles
on the front and one release
handle on the rear of the roof
panel.
6. To unlock the front releasehandles, pull them outward,
turning fully.

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7. To unlock the rear release latch,press the button on the front of
the release handle. The latch
lever will open.
8. Stand on one side of the vehicle, and if necessary, have someone
stand on the other side.
Together, carefully lift the front
edge of the roof panel up and
forward. Avoid dropping the rear
edge downward.
9. When the roof panel is loose, grasp it as close to the center as
possible and lift it away from the
vehicle.
Storing the Roof Panel
{Warning
If a roof panel is not stored
properly, it could be thrown about
the vehicle in a crash or sudden
maneuver. People in the vehicle
could be injured. Always use the
stowage receivers.
{Caution
Dirt, dust, or other contaminants
on the removable roof panel or
cargo shade could cause damage
to the finish of the roof panel if it
is stored under the shade.
Remove the cargo shade when
storing the roof in the rear
compartment.
1. Turn the roof panel so that the front edge of the panel is facing
the front of the vehicle.
2. Insert the front of the roof panelso that the indents lay on top of
the receivers.

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3. Line up the rear roof panel pinsso that they drop into the
receivers on the back of the
storage area.
4. Press down firmly to seat the pins in the rear receivers.
Installing the Roof Panel
{Warning
An improperly attached roof panel
may fall into or fly off the vehicle.
You or others could be injured.
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Warning (Continued)
After installing the roof panel,
always check that it is firmly
attached by pushing up on the
underside of the panel. Check
now and then to be sure the roof
panel is firmly in place.
{Caution
Installing the roof with the release
handles in the closed position
could cause damage to the
interior trim. Always move
handles to the open position
when installing the roof.
It is easier if two people install the
roof panel.
1. Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park). Shift a manual
transmission into 1 (First) or
R (Reverse). 2. Turn the ignition off and set the
parking brake.
3. To remove the roof panel, pull up on the rear edge and remove it
from the storage area.
4. Carefully place the roof panel over the top of the vehicle.
5. Position the rear edge of the roofpanel next to the weatherstrip on
the back of the roof opening.
Then align and fit the pins at the
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weatherstrip. Gently lower the
front edge of the roof panel to
the front of the roof opening.
6. Check that the weatherstripping on each side of the roof panel is
under the panel.
7. Make sure the front release handles are in the full open
position.
8. Push the roof firmly downward to engage the pins.
9. Turn the front release handles inward so that they fully latch to
the closed position. It is critical
that the handles fully latch.
10. Push back and up on the rear
release handle to insert the
hook in the loop.
11. Push and pull the roof panel up and down and side to side to
ensure the roof panel is
securely installed.
Maintaining the Roof Panel
{Caution
Using glass cleaner on a painted
roof panel could damage the
panel. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Do not use glass cleaner on the
painted roof panel.
When cleaning, removing, and/or
storing the roof panel:
.Flush with water to remove dust
and dirt, then dry the panel.
.Do not use abrasive cleaning
materials on the panel.