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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle
model names, and vehicle body designs
appearing in this manual including, but not
limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem, Corvette, and the
Corvette Emblem are trademarks and/or
service marks of General Motors LLC, its
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute
the name“General Motors of Canada
Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division
wherever it appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or
may not be on the vehicle because of
optional equipment that was not purchased
on the vehicle, model variants, country
specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes
subsequent to the printing of this owner’s
manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick
reference.Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com,
or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide
en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 84363619 A First Printing©2020 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 304
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 305
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front corner of
the instrument panel, on the driver side of
the vehicle. It can be seen through the
windshield from outside. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) also appears on
the Vehicle Certification label and certificates
of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is the
engine code. This code identifies the
vehicle's engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See“Engine
Specifications” underCapacities and
Specifications 0305 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Service Parts Identification
There will be a large barcode on the
certification label located on the driver’s
door or door frame that you can scan for
the following information:
.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.Model designation
.Paint information
.Production options
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Technical Data 305
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions.
SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants 0301.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See yourdealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System with Performance Package* 21.5 L 22.7 qt
Engine Cooling System without Performance Package* 20.5 L 21.7 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 7.1 L 7.5 qt
Fuel Tank 70.0 L 18.5 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y140 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level
after filling
*Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.
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Engine Specifications
EngineVIN Code Transmission Spark Plug GapFiring Order
6.2L V8 Engine (LT2) 4 Dual Clutch Transmission 0.95-1.10 mm
(0.037-0.043 in)1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug.
Engine Data
Engine Horsepower TorqueDisplacement Compression Ratio
6.2L V8 Engine (LT2) with
Performance Exhaust 495
470 lb ft 6.2 L 11.5:1
6.2L V8 Engine (LT2) with
Standard Exhaust 490
465 lb ft 6.2 L 11.5:1
