2021 CHEVROLET CORVETTE C8 ignition

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Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The Info application is only available when
the ignition is on. The displays show the
status of many vehicle systems.
SorT:Press to move left or right
between the interactive display zones in the
cluster. Press the thumbwheel to select.
yorz: Use the thumbwheel to scroll up
or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to
select.
DIC Info Pages
The following is the list of all possible DIC
info displays. Depending on the vehicle,
some may not be available.
Trip 1 or 2/Average Speed/Average Fuel
Economy : Trip displays the current distance
traveled, in either kilometers (km) or
miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last
reset. The trip odometer can be reset by
pressing and holding the thumbwheel while
this display is active.
Average Speed displays the average speed of
the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or
miles per hour (mph). This average is
calculated based on the various vehicle
speeds recorded since the last reset of this
value. The average speed can be reset by
pressing and holding the thumbwheel while
this display is active.
Average Fuel Economy displays the
approximate average liters per
100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per
gallon (mpg). This number is calculated
based on the number of L/100 km (mpg)
recorded since the last time this menu item
was reset. This number reflects only the
approximate average fuel economy that the
vehicle has right now, and will change as driving conditions change. The Average Fuel
Economy can be reset by pressing and
holding the thumbwheel while this display
is active.
Oil Life :
Displays an estimate of the oil's
remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL
LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of
the current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is low, the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will
appear on the display. The oil should be
changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil
0 238. In addition to the engine oil life
system monitoring the oil life, additional
maintenance is recommended in the
Maintenance Schedule. See Maintenance
Schedule 0293.
The Oil Life display must be reset after each
oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not
reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any
time other than when the oil has just been
changed. It cannot be reset accurately until
the next oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil
Life System 0241.
Tire Pressure : Displays the approximate
pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is
displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in
pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure
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If the HUD image is not correct, contact
your dealer.
The windshield is part of the HUD system.
SeeWindshield Replacement 0253.
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the
status of the vehicle or some action that
may be needed to correct a condition.
Multiple messages may appear one after
another.
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be acknowledged and
cleared by pressing
V. The messages that
require immediate action cannot be cleared
until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken seriously;
clearing the message does not correct the
problem.
If a SERVICE message appears, see your
dealer.
Follow the instructions given in the
messages. The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
.Service Messages
.Fluid Levels
.Vehicle Security
.Brakes
.Steering
.Ride Control Systems
.Driver Assistance Systems
.Cruise Control
.Front Lift System
.Lighting and Bulb Replacement
.Wiper/Washer Systems
.Doors and Windows
.Seat Belts
.Airbag Systems
.Engine and Transmission
.Tire Pressure
.Battery
Engine Power Messages
REDUCED ACCELERATION DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message displays when the vehicle
propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in
propulsion power can affect the vehicle's
ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
but there is no observed reduction in
performance, proceed to your destination. Under certain conditions, the performance
may be reduced the next time the vehicle is
driven. The vehicle may be driven while this
message is on, but maximum acceleration
and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, or displays repeatedly,
the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
for service as soon as possible.
Under certain operating conditions,
propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
after the ignition has been off for
two minutes.
Vehicle Speed Messages
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
This message shows that the vehicle speed
has been limited to the speed displayed. The
limited speed is a protection for various
propulsion and vehicle systems, such as
lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension,
Teen Driver (if equipped), or tires.
Vehicle Personalization
The following are all possible vehicle
personalization features. Depending on the
vehicle, some may not be available.
For System, Apps, and Personal features and
functions, see
Settings0153.

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Remote Window Operation
When enabled, this feature allows the
windows to be opened remotely when
pressing and holding
Kon the remote key.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 07.
Touch Off or On.
Passive Door Unlock
This setting specifies which doors unlock
when using the button on the driver door
handle to unlock the vehicle.
Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door Only.
Passive Door Lock
This setting specifies if the vehicle will
automatically lock, or lock and provide an
alert after all the doors are closed, and you
walk away from the vehicle with the remote
key. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 07.
Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
This feature sounds an alert when the
remote key is left in the vehicle.
Touch Off or On. Remote Removed from Vehicle Alert
This feature beeps the horn 3 times when
exiting a running vehicle with the
remote key.
Touch Off or On.
Ride Height
Touch and the following may display:
Location Based Auto Lift
This setting enables the Front Lift to
automatically raise or lower when the
vehicle is near GPS stored locations. See
Front Lift System
0213.
Touch Off or On.
Seating Position
Touch and the following may display:
.Seat Entry Memory
.Seat Exit Memory
Seat Entry Memory
This feature automatically recalls the
previously stored 1 or 2 button positions
when the ignition is changed from off to on.
See Memory Seats 041.
Touch Off or On. Seat Exit Memory
This feature automatically recalls the
previously stored exit button positions when
the ignition is changed from on to off if the
driver door is open or opened. See
Memory
Seats 041.
Touch Off or On.
Teen Driver
See Teen Driver 0159.
Valet Mode
This will lock the infotainment system and
steering wheel controls. It may also limit
access to vehicle storage locations,
if equipped.
To enable valet mode:
1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
2. Touch Enter to go to the confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the
system. Touch Back to go back to the
previous menu.

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Lighting
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 105
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . 105
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . 106
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . 106
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . 107
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel IlluminationControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Engine Compartment Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 109
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls
There are four positions:
O: Turns the exterior lamps off and
deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn to
O
again to reactivate the AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will automatically
reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of
P (Park).
AUTO : Sets the exterior lamps to automatic
mode. AUTO mode turns the exterior lamps
on and off depending on how much light is
available outside the vehicle.
To override AUTO mode, turn the control
to
O. To reset to AUTO mode, turn the control to
Oand then release back to AUTO.
Automatic mode also resets when the
vehicle is turned off and then back on again
if the control is left in the AUTO position.
;: Turns on the parking lamps including
all lamps, except the headlamps.
The parking lamp indicator light comes on
and stays on when the parking lamps are on
with the engine off and the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY.
5: Turns on the headlamps together with
the parking lamps and instrument panel
lights.
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
A warning chime will sound if the exterior
lamp control is left on in either the
headlamp or parking lamp position and the
driver door is opened with the ignition off.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
Push the turn signal lever away from you
and release to turn the high beams on. To
return to low beams, push the lever again
or pull it toward you and release.

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This indicator light turns on in the
instrument cluster when the high-beam
headlamps are on.
Flash-to-Pass
To use the flash-to-pass feature, briefly pull
the turn signal lever toward you. The
high-beam indicator flashes to indicate to
the other driver that you intend to pass.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
DRL can make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day. DRL are
required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system makes the dedicated lamps
come on when the following conditions
are met:
.The ignition is on.
.The exterior lamp control is in the AUTO.
.The light sensor determines it is daytime.When DRL are on, only the front lamps will
be on. The parking lamps, taillamps,
instrument panel lights, or other exterior
lamps will not be on when the DRL are
being used.
When it is dark enough outside, the front
lamps dim to parking lamps and the normal
low-beam headlamps turn on.
The regular headlamp system should be
turned on when needed.
To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp
control to
O. The DRL will stay off until the
control is toggled again.
Automatic Headlamp System
When the exterior lamp control is set to
AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the
headlamps and parking lamps come on
automatically.
There is a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor,
otherwise the headlamps will come on when
they are not needed.
The system may also turn on the headlamps
and parking lamps when driving through a
parking garage or tunnel.
If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the
automatic headlamp system comes on
immediately. If it is light outside when the
vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight
delay before the automatic headlamp
system changes to the DRL. During that
delay, the instrument cluster may not be as
bright as usual. Make sure the instrument
panel brightness control is in the full bright
position. See Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0108.

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When it is bright enough outside, the
headlamps and parking lamps will turn off
or may change to Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL).
The automatic headlamp system turns off
when the exterior lamp control is turned to
Oor the ignition is off.
To turn automatic headlamp system back
on, turn the band to
Oagain, then
release it.
If the automatic headlamp system has the
headlamps turned on and you turn the
ignition off, the headlamps will turn off.
When the driver door is opened the
headlamps and parking lamps will illuminate
for a period of time.
The length of the delayed illumination
period can be changed. See “Exit Lighting”
under Vehicle Personalization 097.
The regular headlamp system should be
turned on when needed.
Lights On with Wipers
If the windshield wipers are activated in
daylight with the engine on and the exterior
lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps,
parking lamps, and other exterior lamps will
come on. The time it takes for the lamps to turn on depends on the wiper speed. When
the wipers are turned off, the lamps turn
off. To disable, move the exterior lamp
control to
Oor;.
Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning flashers warn others
that you have a problem. The button is on
the overhead console.
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Press to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps flash on and off. Press again to
turn the flashers off.
The hazard warning flashers work no matter
what mode the ignition is in, even if the
ignition is turned off. When the hazard warning flashers are on,
the turn signals will not work.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes
in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Move the lever all the way up or down to
signal a turn.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow
starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold
it there until the lane change is complete.
If the lever is briefly pressed and released,
the turn signal flashes three times. If more
flashes are desired, continue to hold the
lever.
The lever returns to its starting position
when it is released.

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If after signaling a turn or lane change the
arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a
turn signal indicator light failure may have
occurred.
If a turn signal has failed, the lamp may
need to be replaced. See your dealer.
Turn Signal on Chime
A chime sounds if the turn signal has been
on for more than 1.2 km (0.75 mi) of driving.
If you need to leave the turn signal on for
more than 1.2 km (0.75 mi), turn off the
signal and then turn it back on.
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control
This feature adjusts the brightness of all
illuminated controls. The knob for this
feature is on the left side of the instrument
panel.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to brighten or dim the lights.
The knob is functional at night, or when
headlamps or the parking lamps are ON.
Night Mode
At night, when the knob is turned all the
way to the off position, the instrument
cluster will show minimum feature content
(digital speed, gear indication, coolant
temperature, and the fuel gauge) with
muted colors to reduce light emission for
better visibility. The Infotainment System
display and the interior lighting are off.
Courtesy Lamps
The interior lamps will come on when any
door is opened,
Kon the remote key is
pressed, or when the ignition is
switched off.
The hatch/trunk lamps only come on when
the rear compartment is opened.
Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are in the overhead
console. The lamps go on when any door is
opened,
Kon the remote key is pressed,
or when the ignition is switched off. When
the doors are closed, press the lamp buttons
to turn on each lamp.
To operate, the ignition must be on, in ACC/
ACCESSORY, or using Retained Accessory
Power (RAP).
Engine Compartment Lamp
The engine compartment lamp will come
on when:
.Any door, including the engine
compartment hatch, is opened.
.Kis pressed on the remote key.
.Keyless access is used to unlock.

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.The ignition is switched off.
The engine compartment lamp turns off
after all doors are closed.
If any door or the engine compartment
hatch/trunk remains open, while the vehicle
is off, a battery saver timer will turn the
lamp off after about 10 minutes.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting
Some exterior lamps turn on briefly at
night, or in areas with limited lighting,
when
Kis pressed on the remote key. After
about 30 seconds the exterior lamps
turn off.
When any door is opened or remote unlock
pressed, all interior lights turn on and then
interior lamps dim to off after
approximately 20 seconds of door closure.
When the driver door is opened, all interior
lights, Driver Information Center (DIC) lights,
and door pocket lights turn on and then the
dome and remaining interior lamps dim to
off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by turning the ignition to on or ACC/
ACCESSORY, or by pressing
Qon the
remote key.
The entry lighting feature for exterior
lighting can be changed. See “Vehicle
Locator Lights” underVehicle Personalization
0 97.
Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps come on at night, or in
areas with limited lighting, when the driver
door is opened after the ignition is turned
off. The dome lamp comes on after the
ignition is turned off. The exterior lamps and
dome lamp remain on after the door is
closed for a set amount of time, then
automatically turn off.
The exterior lamps turn off immediately by
turning the exterior lamp control off.
The exit lighting feature for exterior lighting
can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization
0 97.
Battery Power Protection
This feature helps prevent the battery from
being drained if any interior lamps are
accidentally left on. If any of these lamps
are left on, they automatically turn off after
10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The lamps
will not come back on again until one of the
following occurs:
.The ignition is turned on.
.The doors are closed and then re-opened.
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes
after the ignition is turned off, if the parking
lamps or headlamps have been manually
left on. This protects against draining the
battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn
the exterior lamp control to the off position
and then back to the parking lamp or
headlamp position.
To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in
ACC/ACCESSORY.