Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Owner's Manual

2010 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual M

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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-4

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. 1-16

Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-21

Seats and Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . 2-1

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . . 2-9

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 2-26

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 2-44

Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60

Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 3-1

Keys . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . 3-3

Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 3-10

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . 3-16

Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 3-19

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-21

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 3-39

Universal Home Remote System . .... . . . . . . . . ... 3-42

Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 3-50

Roof Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 3-54

Convertible Top . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 3-59

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 4-1

Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-3

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 4-22

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . .. . . . 4-29

Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-47

Audio System(s) . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 4-80

Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Towing . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 5-33

2010 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual M

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Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . 6-3

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-6

Checking Things Under the Hood . .... . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... 6-55

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6-55

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-56

Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 6-59

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . ........ . . 6-59

Tires . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . .. . 6-90

Vehicle Identification . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . 6-99

Electrical System . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 6-100

Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 6-108

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 7-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-2

Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Customer Assistance and Information . ... . . . .. . . . 8-2

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 8-15

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,

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CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the names CORVETTE, Z06, ZR1, CORVETTE GRAND SPORT and the CORVETTE Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors.

This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

Keep this manual the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens

A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from:

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:

Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123

Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française

www.helminc.com

Index

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25895343 B Second Printing

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Safety Warnings and Symbols

Information Provided by:

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.

Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.

Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

WARNING:

{

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.

A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Vehicle Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.

M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your

owner manual for additional instructions or information.

* : This symbol is shown when you need to see a

service manual for additional instructions or information.

Vehicle Symbol Chart

Information Provided by:

Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index.

9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar

$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System

I : Cruise Control

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps

# : Fog Lamps

. : Fuel Gauge

+ : Fuses

i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

j : LATCH System Child Restraints

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

} : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid

2 NOTES

Information Provided by:

Section 1 In Brief

Information Provided by:

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ .. 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . .. . . . . . . . 1-4

Door Locks . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 1-5

Trunk Release . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-6

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Seat Adjustment . .... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1-7

Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-9

Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . ... . . . . 1-10

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-11

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 1-12

Interior Lighting . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Transmission . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-15

Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-16

Satellite Radio . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Bluetooth

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-18

Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . 1-19

Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-19

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-21

Roof Panel . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 1-21

Convertible . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-21

Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Towing . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-22

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Z06, Z16, and ZR1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . 1-23

Engine Oil Life System . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-24

Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-25

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1-25

1-1

Instrument Panel

Information Provided by:

1-2

A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑27.

Information Provided by:

B. Head-Up Display (HUD)

on page 4‑16

(If Equipped).

C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

Cruise Control page 4‑13

on page 4‑7

. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑11.

on page 4‑4

. Fog Lamps

D. Manual Shift Paddles (If Equipped). See Automatic

Transmission Operation on page 3‑26.

E. Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑47.

F. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑30.

G. Windshield Wipers

on page 4‑6

and Windshield

Washer on page 4‑6.

H. DIC Operation and Displays on page 4‑47.

I. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3.

J. Audio System(s) on page 4‑80.

K. Dual Automatic Climate Control System

page 4‑22

L. Fuel Door Release Button. See Filling the

on page 6‑9

Tank See “Hatch/Trunk Lid Release” under Hatch page 3‑14

. Hatch/Trunk Release Button.

M. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑15.

N. Power Folding Top Switch (If Equipped).

See Convertible Top (Manual)

on page 3‑59

or Convertible Top (Power) on page 3‑66.

O. Bluetooth

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

on page 4‑96

(If Equipped).

on page 4‑107

(If Equipped).

P. Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.

Q. Horn on page 4‑3.

R. Telescopic Wheel Button (If Equipped).

See Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.

S. Ignition Positions on page 3‑23.

T. Heated Seats

on page 2‑4

(If Equipped).

U. Shift Lever (Automatic Shown). See Automatic

Transmission Operation

on page 3‑26

or Manual

Transmission Operation on page 3‑32.

V. Active Handling System on page 5‑8.

W. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑20.

X. Selective Ride Control on page 5‑14.

Y. Cupholders on page 3‑50.

Z. Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 4‑21.

AA. Parking Brake on page 3‑34.

AB. Glove Box on page 3‑50.

AC. Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 6‑101.

1-3

Initial Drive Information

Information Provided by:

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.

For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The keyless access transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 30 m (100 feet) away from the vehicle.

Press K to unlock the driver door. Press again within five seconds to unlock both doors.

Q to lock all doors.

Press

1-4

Press and hold open the hatch/trunk.

L to sound the horn. Press any other button on

Press the keyless access transmitter to stop it.

Press the button (A) to remove the key. The key can be used to lock and unlock the glove box and to open the hatch/trunk lid if power to the vehicle is lost. See Hatch

on page 3‑14

See Keys Operation on page 3‑5.

} for approximately one second to

for more information.

on page 3‑3

and Keyless Access System

Door Locks

Information Provided by:

From the outside, press the Q or K button on the keyless access transmitter.

When you have the transmitter with you, you may also unlock and open the door by squeezing the door handle sensor (A).

From the inside, use the power door lock switch (B), located at the top of the door panel, near both windows.

K (Unlock) : Press to unlock the doors.

Q (Lock) : Press to lock the doors.

To open a door from the inside after it is locked, press the button (C) in front of the door handle and push the door open.

See Power Door Locks on page 3‑12.

Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power

If the vehicle has lost battery power, the driver door can be opened manually.

Inside the Vehicle

Pull the door release handle located on the floor next to the seat.

1-5

Trunk Release

Information Provided by:

Opening and Closing the Hatch/Trunk

There are three ways to open the hatch/trunk:

Touch the button located above the license plate. The Keyless Access transmitter must be within three feet of the button.

Press the V button located to the left of the steering wheel.

Press the } button on the Keyless Access transmitter.

For more information see Hatch on page 3‑14.

Windows

The power window switches are located on each door.

Pull up or press down on the front of the switch to raise or lower the window.

For more information, see Power Windows

page 3‑17

1-6

Seat Adjustment

Information Provided by:

Manual Seats

Power Seats

1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat.

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.

Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place.

See Manual Seats on page 2‑2.

On vehicles with power seats, the control is located on the outboard side of the seat.

Move the control forward or rearward to adjust the seat location.

Move the front or rear of the control up or down to adjust the seat cushion height.

See Power Seats on page 2‑3.

1-7

Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters

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Reclining Seatbacks

On vehicles with power lumbar and side bolsters:

Move (A) forward or rearward to adjust lumbar support.

Move (B) up or down to adjust the side bolsters.

See Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters on page 2‑3.

1-8

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the recline lever.

2. Lean back to position the seatback to where you want it.

3. Release the lever to lock the seatback into place.

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑6.

Heated Seats

Information Provided by:

On vehicles with heated seats, the buttons are located on the center console. The ignition must be on for this feature to work.

L : Press to turn the seat on at the high setting.

Press again to turn it to the low setting

9 : Press to turn the system off.

Safety Belt

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑9.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑14.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑23.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (Coupe and Convertible Models Only) page 2‑35

or Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (Z06 and ZR1 Models Only) page 2‑36

1-9

Sensing System for Passenger

Information Provided by:

Airbag

The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags are not affected by this.

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible in the rearview mirror when the vehicle is started.

United States

Canada

See Passenger Sensing System important information.

on page 2‑53

for

1-10

Mirror Adjustment

Information Provided by:

Exterior Mirrors

Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door.

1. Move the top control to the left or right to select either the driver or passenger mirror.

2. Use the arrows located on the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.

Keep the control in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror.

Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return it to the original position.

Interior Mirror

Vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror will automatically reduce headlamp glare coming from vehicles that are traveling behind you.

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3‑39.

1-11

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Information Provided by:

The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever toward you.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position.

3. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.

See Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.

Telescopic Steering Column

For vehicles with this feature, the telescopic steering column switch is located on the right side of the steering column.

To adjust the telescopic steering column:

1. Push the switch forward to move the wheel away from you.

2. Pull the switch toward you to move the wheel closer to you.

The telescopic steering column position can be stored with your memory settings. See Memory Seat, Mirrors

and Steering Wheel

information.

See Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.

on page 2‑4

for more

1-12

Interior Lighting

Information Provided by:

Courtesy Lamps

When any door or the hatch/trunk lid is opened, the interior lamps will go on, unless it is bright outside.

The courtesy lamps can also be turned on and off by pressing the instrument panel brightness knob.

Reading Lamps

The inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps. The lamps go on when a door is opened. When the doors are closed, press the lamp buttons to turn on each lamp.

Interior Light Control

To adjust the brightness of the interior lights, turn and hold the instrument panel brightness control knob located on the left side of the instrument panel. Push the knob in to turn the lights on or off.

For more information on interior lighting, see:

Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑15.

Entry/Exit Lighting on page 4‑15.

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamps

The exterior lamp control is located to the left of the steering wheel, on the multifunction lever.

O : Turn the band with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps.

O : Turns off all lamps.

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.

1-13

; : Manual operation of the parking lamps and other

Information Provided by:

exterior lamps. 5 : Manual operation of the headlamps and other

exterior lamps.

Turn and Lane-Change Signal

The turn signal lever has two upward and downward positions to signal a lane change or a turn.

For a lane change, raise or lower the lever. The signal automatically flashes three times.

For a turn, raise or lower the lever all of the way up or down. The turn signal will stop flashing when the turn is completed.

For more information, see:

Exterior Lamps on page 4‑11.

Turn and Lane-Change Signals (Auto Signal) page 4‑5

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper lever is located on the right side of the steering column.

1 : Fast wipes. 6 : Slow wipes. & : Use to set a delay between wipes. x : Use for a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the

intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay.

9 : Turns off the windshield wipers. 8 : Use for a for a single wiping cycle. For more wipes,

hold the band longer.

Windshield Washer : Press the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin.

See Windshield Wipers

Washer on page 4‑6.

on page 4‑6

and Windshield

1-14

Climate Controls

Information Provided by:

With this system, the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled.

Transmission

Manual Paddle Shift (Automatic Transmission)

A. Driver Temperature

Control

B. Display

C. Passenger

Temperature Control

D. AUTO

E. Air Recirculation

See Dual Automatic Climate Control System

page 4‑22

F. Air Conditioning

G. Fan Control

H. Air Delivery Mode

Control

I. Defrost

J. Rear Window

Defogger

To operate the Manual Paddle Shift system, the automatic transmission shifter must be in S (Sport Mode). The system is activated by pushing the paddle, above the steering wheel spokes, to manually up-shift to the next gear, or pulling on the paddle, behind the steering wheel spokes to manually down-shift. The current gear will be displayed in the Driver Information (DIC), or the Head-Up Display (HUD), if the vehicle has either of these features.

1-15

The Manual Paddle Shift system can be deactivated

Information Provided by:

by moving the shifter from S (Sport Mode) back to D (Drive), or by holding the up‐shift button for more than one second.

The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow either an up-shift or a down-shift, if the vehicle speed is too fast or too slow, nor will it allow a start from 4 (Fourth) or higher gear

See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑26.

One to Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission)

On vehicles with a manual transmission, when this light comes on, you can only shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to 2 (Second).

For more information about shifting for the best fuel economy, see Manual Transmission Operation

page 3‑32

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Radio with CD

Top Knob (Power/Volume) : Press to turn the system

on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.

BAND : Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, and if equipped, XM1 and XM2.

1-16

O e : Turn to select radio stations.

Information Provided by:

t SEEK u : Press to seek stations. t SCAN u : Press and hold to scan stations. 4 : Press to change the information that shows on

the display while listening to the radio.

For more information about these and other radio features, see Audio System(s)

Radio(s) on page 4‑81.

on page 4‑80

and

Setting Preset Stations

Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, and if equipped, six XM1, and six XM2) can be programmed.

To program presets:

1. Turn the radio on.

2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2.

3. Tune in the desired station.

4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization.

5. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until the radio beeps once.

6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

See Radio(s) on page 4‑81.

Setting the Clock

To set the clock:

1. Press and hold H until the correct hour displays.

2. Press and hold M until the correct minute displays.

See Setting the Clock on page 4‑80.

Satellite Radio

XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound.

A fee is required to receive the XM service.

For more information, refer to:

www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)

www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada)

See “XM Satellite Radio Service” under Radio(s)

page 4‑81

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Portable Audio Devices

Information Provided by:

This vehicle may have an auxiliary input jack, located on the audio faceplate. External devices such as iPod MP3 players, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary input jack using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack cable.

See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” under Radio(s)

page 4‑81

Steering Wheel Controls

For vehicles with steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.

b g : Press to turn on and off the vehicle speakers.

Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with the OnStar

or Bluetooth systems.

c : Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call. e + / e − : Increases or decreases volume. w / x : Press to change radio stations or select tracks

on a CD.

1 to 6 (Preset Pushbuttons) : Press to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons.

For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑107.

Bluetooth

For vehicles with an in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s audio system and controls.

The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. For more information visit www.gm.com/bluetooth.

For more information, see Bluetooth

on page 4‑96.

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Navigation System

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The vehicle's navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POI), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more.

See the vehicle's Navigation System manual for more information.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu.

The DIC buttons are located on the instrument panel to the right of the instrument panel cluster.

. 4 : Press to display fuel information such as fuel

economy and range.

2 : Press to display gauge information like oil

pressure and temperature, coolant temperature, automatic transmission fluid temperature (if equipped), battery voltage, and front/rear tire pressures.

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TRIP : Press to display your total and trip distance

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driven, the elapsed time function, your average speed, and the engine oil life.

OPTION : Press to choose personal options that are available on your vehicle, depending on the options your vehicle is equipped with, such as door locks, easy entry seats, and language.

RESET: Press, along with the other buttons, to reset system functions, select personal options, and turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC.

For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑47.

Cruise Control

The cruise controls are located at the end of the multifunction lever.

Vehicle Personalization

Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the DIC buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. The features that can be programmed include:

Units

Memory Features

Lighting Features

Lock and Unlock Feedback

Door Lock and Unlock Settings

Language

Personalization Name

See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4‑71.

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9 : Turns the system off. R : Turns the system on. + : Use to make the vehicle accelerate or resume a

previously set speed.

T : Press the button at the end of the lever to set

the speed.

See Cruise Control on page 4‑7.

Power Outlets

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The accessory power outlet can be used to connect electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone.

The accessory power outlet is located inside the center console storage compartment, on the forward left side.

To use the outlet, remove the tethered cap.

See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑20.

Convertible

If equipped, the convertible top can be lowered and stowed under the tonneau cover behind the seats. For step-by-step instructions, see Convertible Top

(Manual) page 3‑66

on page 3‑59

or Convertible Top (Power)

Performance and Maintenance

Roof Panel

On vehicles with a removable roof panel, there are three release latches. Two are located on the front of the roof panel and the other is located on the back of the roof panel. See Removing the Roof Panel

page 3‑54

Until you are sure you can remove the roof panel by yourself, have someone help you. Once removed, the roof panel should always be stored properly in the rear storage compartment.

For more information, see:

Storing the Roof Panel on page 3‑56.

Installing the Roof Panel on page 3‑58.

Traction Control System (TCS)

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release d on the console.

DIC message displays. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4‑52.

Press and release the button again to turn on traction control.

See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5‑6.

The vehicle has an Active Handling System that helps maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. See Active Handling System

page 5‑8

d illuminates and the appropriate

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The vehicle may have Competitive Driving Mode

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(except ZR1), Performance Traction Management (ZR1), and Launch Control systems designed to allow increased performance while accelerating and cornering. See Competitive Driving Mode on page 5‑9.

Towing

The vehicle was neither designed nor intended to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground.

See Towing Your Vehicle

Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 5‑33.

on page 5‑33

and

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of the vehicle’s tires by illuminating the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster.

The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicle are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver side center pillar (B pillar). See Loading

the Vehicle

You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.

Note: The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about low tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.

See Tire Pressure Monitor System

Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑74.

on page 5‑28

on page 6‑72

and

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Z06, Z16, and ZR1 Features

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Checking Engine Oil

ZO6, Z16 (Grand Sport), and ZR1 models have a high performance dry sump lubrication system. This system operates differently than a standard engine lubrication system. See Engine Oil on page 6‑19.

You should check the oil level only after the engine has been thoroughly warmed up and then shut off for at least five minutes. This ensures that the oil level reading obtained will be accurate.

Jump Starting the Battery

The battery of ZO6, Z16 (Grand Sport), and ZR1 models is in the rear of the vehicle. You do not need to access the battery for jump starting. There are remote positive (+) and negative (−) terminals under the hood for this purpose. See Battery

Jump Starting on page 6‑50.

on page 6‑49

and

Brake Noise

Under certain weather or operating conditions, occasional brake noise might be heard with the vehicle's performance braking system. This brake system is designed for superior fade resistance and consistent operation using high performance brake pads. Brake noise is normal and does not affect system performance. See Braking on page 5‑4.

Car Wash Guidelines

Automatic car washes are not recommended for this vehicle. Some car washes cause damage to the vehicle, the wheels, and the convertible top, if the vehicle is so equipped.

If you drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash that does not have enough clearance for the undercarriage and/or wide rear tires and wheels, you could damage the vehicle. Verify with the manager of the car wash that the vehicle will fit before entering the car wash or use a touchless car wash. See Washing Your Vehicle on page 6‑94.

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Engine Oil Life System

Information Provided by:

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.

Resetting the Oil Life System

1. Press the TRIP button so the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed.

2. Press RESET and hold for two seconds. OIL LIFE REMAINING 100% will appear.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑25.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.

Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.

Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.

When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.

Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.

Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.

Combine several trips into a single trip.

Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.

Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Premium Fuel

This vehicle's engine was designed to use premium unleaded gasoline. See Gasoline Octane on page 6‑7.

Battery

This vehicle has a maintenance free battery. See

Battery

For ZO6, ZR1, and Grand Sport models the battery is located in the rear hatch/trunk area. Access to the battery is not necessary to jump start the vehicle. There are positive (+) and negative (−) terminals in the engine compartment.

on page 6‑49

and Jump Starting on page 6‑50.

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