Chevrolet Corvette 2019 Owner's Manual

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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 94
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 98
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 145
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 157
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 310
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 330
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 340
OnStar .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
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2 Introduction

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, the CORVETTE Emblem, CORVETTE STINGRAY, and the STINGRAY 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 Companyfor Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84149499 B Second Printing
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 owners 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
Using this Manual
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.
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
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Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning
{
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
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.
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 : Shown when the owners
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
manual has additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page see page.
Introduction 3
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.
u : Air Conditioning System G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil 9 : Airbag Readiness Light
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light
9 : Dispose of Used Components
Properly
P : Do Not Apply High Pressure
Water
B : Engine Coolant Temperature _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited H : Flammable [ : Forward Collision Alert R : Fuse Block Cover Lock
Location
+ : Fuses j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child
Restraints
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Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers
Properly Installed
| : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure
X : Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
I : Side Blind Zone Alert
h : Start/Stop
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)
a : Under Pressure V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . ... . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 13
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 14
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 14
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 15
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 16
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Curb View Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 20
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Universal Remote System . . . . . 20
Roof Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 21
Performance Vehicle
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Fuel (LT1 6.2L V8 Engine) . . . . . 22
Fuel (LT4 and LT5 6.2L
Supercharged V8 Engines) . . . 23
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . .... . . . . . . . 23
Engine Oil Life System . ... . . . . 23
Car Wash Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . 24
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 24
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 19
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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents 0 155.
2. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 143 (Out of View).
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change Signals 0 142.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 139.
4. Manual Shift Paddles (If Equipped). See Manual Mode 0 189.
Active Rev Match Paddles (If Equipped). See Active Rev Match 0 193.
5. Instrument Cluster 0 103.
6. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 99.
7. Instrument Panel Storage Button. See Instrument Panel Storage 0 94.
8. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 79.
9. Alarm System Indicator Light. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 41.
Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 141.
10. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 142.
11. Infotainment 0 145.
12. Passenger Temperature Control. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 151.
Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seat Controls (If Equipped). See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 65.
13. Driver and Redundant Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seat Controls (If Equipped). See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 65.
14. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 151.
15. Electric Parking Brake 0 195.
16. MODE SELECT Knob. See
Competitive Driving Mode 0 203.
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17. Shift Lever (Manual Shown). See Automatic Transmission
0 187 or Manual Transmission 0 192.
18. Keyless Ignition. See Ignition Positions 0 180.
19. Bluetooth Controls. See Steering Wheel Controlsin the infotainment manual.
Voice Recognition Controls. See Steering Wheel Controls in the infotainment manual.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 121.
20. See Steering Wheel Controls in the infotainment manual.
21. Horn 0 99.
22. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 99 (Out of View).
23. Cruise Control 0 207.
24. Convertible Top Switch (Out of View) (If Equipped). See Convertible Top 0 52.
25. Hood Release (Out of View). See Hood 0 223.
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26. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 113.
27. Hatch/Trunk Release Button. See Hatch (Trunk) 0 38.
Intrusion and Inclination Sensors Disable Switch. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 41.
28. Head-Up Display Controls (If Equipped). See Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 123.
29. Power Mirrors 0 44.

Initial Drive Information

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 owners manual.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27.
The RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors and may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
With Remote Start and Convertible
Top Shown, Others Similar
Press the button to remove the key. The key can be used to open the vehicle and hatch/trunk if power to the vehicle is lost. See Hatch (Trunk) 0 38.
K : Press to unlock the driver door
and the fuel door. Press again within five seconds to unlock both doors.
Q : Press to lock both doors and
the fuel door.
M : Press and hold to release the
hatch/trunk.
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M : If equipped, press and
release press and hold
open the convertible top all the way. The vehicle must be off to operate the convertible top. Release the button to stop movement. This button will only open the convertible top.
See Convertible Top 0 52.
K and then immediately
M continuously to
L : Press and release once to
initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again or start the vehicle to stop the panic alarm.
See Keys 0 25 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Start the vehicle normally after entering.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
/
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.
Press and hold parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33.
/ until the
Door Locks
To lock or unlock a door from the outside, press
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Q or K on the
Driver Door
1. Door Handle Sensor
2. Power Door Lock Switch
3. Door Latch Button
For Keyless Access, hold the RKE transmitter within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle. Grip and press the door handle sensor (1). See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27. This feature can be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
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Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power
If the vehicle has lost battery power, the doors can be opened manually.
From Inside the Vehicle
Passenger Door
To lock or unlock a door from the inside, use the power door lock switch.
Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.
To open a door from the inside, press the door latch button.
The fuel door is also locked and unlocked using these features.
See Power Door Locks 0 36.
Pull the driver door release handle.
Pull the passenger door release handle.
See Door Locks 0 34.
Trunk Release
For automatic transmissions, the vehicle must be in P (Park).
For manual transmissions, the vehicle must be off or stationary with the parking brake set. See Electric Parking Brake 0 195.
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To release the hatch/trunk:
.
Press
}.
.
Press and hold Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 26.
s on the
.
Press the hatch/trunk release touch pad with the RKE transmitter within range or use the key in the key cylinder. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 0 26 and Keys 0 25.
See Hatch (Trunk) 0 38.
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Windows
The power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 183.
Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time. See Power Windows 0 46.
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Window Operation with Convertible Top
The windows will automatically lower fully when the convertible top is lowered or raised. See Convertible Top 0 52.
Seat Adjustment
Power Seats
To adjust the seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 59.
Reclining Seatbacks
To adjust the seatback:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 60.
Memory Features
If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers to save and recall their unique seat positions for driving the vehicle, and a shared exit position for getting out of the vehicle. Other feature positions may also be saved, such as power mirrors and power steering wheel, if equipped. Memory positions are linked to RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic memory recalls.
Before saving, adjust all available memory feature positions. Turn the ignition on and then press and release SET; a beep will sound.
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Then immediately press and hold 1, 2, or
B (Exit) until two beeps
sound. To manually recall these positions, press and hold 1, 2, or
until the saved position is reached.
When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in vehicle personalization, positions previously saved to memory buttons 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from off to on or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
When Easy Exit Options is enabled in vehicle personalization, the feature automatically recalls the previously saved exit position when exiting the vehicle.
Memory adjustments may not be available upon delivery or after service until steps in Saving Memory Positionssection are performed. See Memory Seats 0 60.
B
Heated and Ventilated Seats
Driver and Passenger Controls
If equipped, the driver buttons are on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be on.
C or M on the left side of the
Press climate control panel to ventilate or heat the driver seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 65.
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Seat Belts
Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use seat belts properly:
.
Seat Belts 0 66.
.
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 67.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 69.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 90.
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Passenger Sensing System
is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 79.
The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 112.
Mirror Adjustment
United States
Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag
Exterior Mirrors
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Press L (Left) or R (Right) to select the mirror.
2. Press the control pad to adjust the mirror.
3. Return the switch to the center to deselect the mirror.
See Power Mirrors 0 44.
If the vehicle has the memory feature, a preferred mirror position can be stored. See Memory Seats 0 60.
To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
Interior Mirror
Adjustment
Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind, push the tab forward for daytime and pull it rearward for nighttime use.
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, the mirror automatically reduces the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 46.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward.
Both the tilt and telescoping steering column positions can be stored with your memory settings, if equipped. See Memory Seats 0 60.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Interior Lighting
Interior Light Control
The knob for this feature is on the left side of the instrument panel. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Turn the knob completely clockwise to turn the interior lights on.
Courtesy Lamps
When any door or the hatch/trunk is opened, the interior lamps will come on.
To turn the courtesy lamps on or off, turn the instrument panel brightness knob completely clockwise or counterclockwise.
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Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are in the overhead console. The lamps go on when a door is opened. When the doors are closed, press the lamp buttons to turn on each lamp.
For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 143.
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Exterior Lighting
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps except the headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 139.
.
Automatic Headlamp System
Exterior Lamps
There are four positions:
0 141.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
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.
The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column.
With the ignition on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY, move the lever to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Move the lever up to INT for
intermittent wipes, then turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
the lever down. For several wipes, hold the lever down.
x
n L : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 99.
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Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
1. Driver Temperature Control
2. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
3. A/C (Air Conditioning)
4. Air Delivery Modes
5. Defrost
6. SYNC
7. Fan Control
8. Driver and Redundant Passenger Heated and Ventilated Front Seat Controls
9. Rear Window Defogger
10. Recirculation
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Passenger Temperature Control
The passenger temperature control is below the passenger side air vent.
See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 151.
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Transmission
Manual Paddle Shift (Automatic Transmission)
The Manual Paddle Shift system can be used in D (Drive) or M (Manual Mode). The system is activated by pressing the left paddle to downshift and the right paddle to upshift. The current gear will be displayed in the instrument cluster, or the Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped.
The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow either an upshift or a downshift if the vehicle speed is too fast or too slow, nor will it allow a start from 3 (Third) or higher gear.
See Manual Mode 0 189.
Active Rev Match (Manual Transmission)
Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have Active Rev Match (ARM). ARM aids in smoother shifting by matching the engine speed to the next selected gear. The system is normally off. It is activated and deactivated by pressing either of the paddles marked REV MATCH on the steering wheel. See Active Rev Match 0 193.
1–4 Shift Message (Manual Transmission)
On vehicles with a manual transmission, when this DIC message is displayed, the transmission can only shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth).
For more information about shifting for the best fuel economy, see Manual Transmission 0 192.
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Vehicle Features

Infotainment System
See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.
Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See Steering Wheel Controlsin the infotainment manual.
Cruise Control
1 : Press to turn cruise control on
or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on.
RES/+ : If there is a set speed in memory, press briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.
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SET/– : Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 207.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
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w or x : Press to move up or
down in a list.
o or p : Press o to open
application menus on the left. Press
p to open interaction menus on the
right.
SEL : Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 121.
Curb View Camera
If equipped, a view of the area in front of the vehicle displays to aid with parking and low-speed maneuvers.
See "Curb View Camera" under
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 210.
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 210.
Power Outlets
Use the accessory power outlet to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
There are three accessory power outlets:
.
Inside the center console storage compartment.
.
In front of the cupholder.
.
In the rear compartment.
Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use.
See Power Outlets 0 101.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the
Universal Remote System
This system, if equipped, provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system.
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See Universal Remote System 0 135.
Roof Panel
If equipped with a removable roof panel, there are three release handles. Two are at the front of the roof panel and one is at the rear of the roof panel. See Removing the Roof Panelunder Roof Panel 0 48.
Help may be needed to remove the roof panel. Always store the roof panel properly in the rear storage compartment.
For more information:
.
See Storing the Roof Panel under Roof Panel 0 48.
.
See Installing the Roof Panel under Roof Panel 0 48.
Convertible
If equipped, the convertible top can be automatically opened and closed. For step-by-step instructions, see Convertible Top 0 52.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control
The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is a computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicles brakes. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off TCS, press and release
i illuminates in the instrument
cluster.
g on the center console.
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.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, press and hold
g, until the Traction Off light i
and the StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light
g illuminate in the
instrument cluster.
.
Press and release turn on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 198.
The vehicle has Driver Mode Control and may have Competitive Driving Mode. See Driver Mode Control 0 200 and Competitive Driving Mode 0 203.
g again to
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
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The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 175. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 275.
Performance Vehicle Features
Checking Engine Oil
Your vehicle may have a high performance dry sump lubrication system. This system operates differently than a standard engine lubrication system. See Engine Oil 0 232.
Check the oil level only after the engine has been thoroughly warmed up and then check between five and 10 minutes of shutoff. This ensures that the oil level reading obtained will be accurate.
Brake Noise
Under certain weather or operating conditions, occasional brake squeal may 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 squeal is normal and does not affect system performance.
Tire Chatter/Hop
When driving at slow speeds and in very tight turns, the vehicle may have tire chatter/hop. This condition is normal and the vehicle does not require service.
Road Imperfections/Crown Effects
The vehicle's precise steering and handling make it very responsive to road surface feedback. A slight pull may be felt in the steering depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations such as troughs or ruts. This is normal and the vehicle does not require service.
Fuel (LT1 6.2L V8 Engine)
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Premium Recommended
Use premium 93 octane (R+M)/2unleaded gasoline in your
vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended. Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 87 may be used, but it will reduce performance and fuel economy. See Recommended Fuel (LT1 6.2L
V8 Engine) 0 212 or Recommended Fuel (LT4 and LT5 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engines) 0 213.
Gasoline is recommended. Unleaded gasoline with a 91 octane rating may be used, but it will reduce performance and fuel economy. See Recommended Fuel (LT1 6.2L
V8 Engine) 0 212 or Recommended Fuel (LT4 and LT5 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engines) 0 213.
E85 or FlexFuel
Fuel (LT4 and LT5 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engines)
No E85 or FlexFuel
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), such as E85, cannot be used in this vehicle.
Premium Required
Use premium 93 octane (R+M)/2unleaded gasoline in your
vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a Driver Information
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Center (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.
Dry Sump Engine Break-In Oil Change
If equipped with a dry sump engine, the initial oil and filter change must be performed at 800 km/500 mi. Follow the engine oil life system for every oil change thereafter.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Scroll through the DIC Info Pages menu until the REMAINING OIL LIFE percentage is displayed. See
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 121.
2. Press and hold SEL on the DIC while the Oil Life display is active. The oil life will change to 100%.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 237.
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Car Wash Guidelines
Caution
Some automatic car washes can cause damage to the vehicle, wheels, or convertible top, if equipped. Automatic car washes are not recommended, due to lack of clearance for the undercarriage and/or wide rear tires and wheels. See "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care
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Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible:
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Set the climate controls to the desired temperature after the engine is started, or turn them off when not required.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
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Select Eco Mode for improved fuel economy. This will result in better Active Fuel Management operation. See Active Fuel
Management (Except ZR1/LT5) 0 185.
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For recommended shift speeds, see Manual Transmission 0 192.
Premium Fuel
Use the recommended fuel. See Recommended Fuel (LT1 6.2L
V8 Engine) 0 212 or Recommended Fuel (LT4 and LT5 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engines) 0 213.
Roadside Assistance Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance Program 0 334.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 45
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Interior Mirrors

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 33
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 37
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 45
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 45
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 46
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 46
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Roof
Roof Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Doors
Hatch (Trunk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 41
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 41
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 43
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 44
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . 45
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Keys and Locks
Keys
Warning
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Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
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With Remote Start and Convertible
Top Shown, Others Similar
Press the button near the bottom of the RKE transmitter to remove the key. Never pull the key out without pressing the button.
This vehicle has a Keyless Access system with pushbutton start. See Ignition Positions 0 180 for information on starting the vehicle.
If it becomes difficult to turn the key,
The key inside the RKE transmitter can be used to open the vehicle and hatch/trunk if power to the vehicle is lost. See Hatch (Trunk) 0 38.
inspect the key blade for debris.
If locked out of the vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 334.
With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 344.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 340.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:
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Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacementlater in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See Keyless Access Operationlater in this section.
The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 26.
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Q : Press to lock both doors and
the fuel door. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. See Remote Lock, Unlock, Startunder Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
If the driver door is open when pressed and Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is enabled through vehicle personalization, all doors will lock and then the driver door will immediately unlock. See Unlocked Door Anti-Lockoutunder Vehicle
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Personalization 0 128. If the passenger door is open when
pressed, both doors lock.
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 41.
Q may also arm the
K : Press to unlock the driver door
and the fuel door. Press again within five seconds to unlock both doors. When remotely unlocking the vehicle at night, the headlamps and back-up lamps will come on for about 30 seconds to light your approach to the vehicle. The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking.
K will disarm the
/ for at least four seconds to
Q is
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 41.
/ : If equipped, press and release
Q and then immediately press and
hold start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33.
Q is
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L : Press and release to initiate
vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three
times. Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash for
30 seconds, or until again or the vehicle is started.
L for
L is pressed
M : Press and hold to release the
hatch/trunk. If the engine is running, the shift lever must be in P (Park) for an automatic transmission. For a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in Neutral with the parking brake set.
M : If equipped, press and
release and hold
the convertible top all the way. The vehicle must be off to operate the convertible top. Release the button to stop movement. This button will only open the convertible top.
K, then immediately press
M continuously to open
Convertible Top
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Do not try to start the vehicle while using the RKE transmitter to open the convertible top. Release both the RKE transmitter button and ENGINE START/STOP and wait a few seconds before starting the vehicle normally.
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The passive door unlock feature may not operate properly while using the RKE transmitter to open the convertible top.
Keyless Access Operation
This vehicle has the Keyless Access system that lets you unlock and unlatch the doors and access the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk or door being opened. There will be a touch pad on the inside of the door handles.
The Keyless Access system can be programmed to unlock both doors on the first door handle sensor press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
If equipped with memory seats, RKE transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats 0 60.
Keyless Unlocking
Press the door handle sensor to unlock and open the doors if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). Pull the door handle to unlatch the door. See Door Locks 0 34 and Passive Door Unlockunder Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
Passive Locking
Keyless Access will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one transmitter has been removed or none remain in the vehicle.
The fuel door will also lock.
If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE
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transmitter inside the vehicle. If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in an unattended vehicle.
To customize whether the doors automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see Passive Door Lock under Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding
interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled
until
Q on the interior door is
pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.
To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see Remote Lock, Unlock, Startunder Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
K on the
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn will chirp three times after both doors are closed. To turn on or off, see Remote Left in Vehicle Alertunder Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on, with a door open, and then all doors are closed, the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times. This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven. To turn on or off, see Vehicle Personalization 0 128.
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Keyless Trunk Opening
Press the hatch/trunk release touch pad to open the trunk if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no
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