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Chevrolet 2009 Corvette User Manual

Chevrolet 2009 Corvette
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Seats and Restraint System
............................. 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-9
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-25
Airbag System
......................................... 1-44
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-58
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
...................................... 2-10
Windows
................................................. 2-16
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-18
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-21
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-38
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-41
Universal Home Remote System
................ 2-44
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-52
Roof Panel
.............................................. 2-57
Convertible Top
....................................... 2-62
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-25
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-32
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-50
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-82
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-28
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-12
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-54
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-55
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-56
Windshield Replacement
........................... 5-59
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-59
Tires
...................................................... 5-62
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-91
Vehicle Identification
............................... 5-101
Electrical System
.................................... 5-102
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-110
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information
.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-15
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
........... 7-17
Index
................................................................ 1
2009 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual M

Table of Contents

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Chevrolet 2009 Corvette Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
Model2009 Corvette
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint System

Front Seats

Adjusting manual and power front seats, including lumbar and side bolsters.

Safety Belts

Information on how to wear safety belts properly and why they are important.

Child Restraints

Proper use of safety belts for older children, infants, and young children.

Airbag System

Details on frontal and side airbags, passenger sensing system, and deployment.

Restraint System Check

How to check safety belts and airbag systems for proper function.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Information on keyless access transmitters, their functions, and precautions.

Doors and Locks

Operating door locks, power door locks, and automatic door locks.

Windows

Instructions for operating power windows, express-down, and window indexing.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Information on the vehicle's theft-deterrent alarm system, arming, testing, and disarming.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Guidelines for new vehicle break-in, front air dam, and ignition positions.

Convertible Top

Operation of the manual and power convertible tops, including lowering and raising.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Identification of main components on the instrument panel with corresponding page references.

Hazard Warning Flashers

How to activate and deactivate hazard warning flashers.

Cruise Control

How to set, resume, increase, and decrease speed with cruise control.

Climate Controls

Operation of the dual automatic climate control system, including auto and manual modes.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Signals from warning lights and gages indicating vehicle status or problems.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Central display for personalization, warnings, and messages.

DIC Vehicle Personalization

Customizing vehicle features like radio, climate, and lighting.

Audio System(s)

Information on the vehicle's audio system, including radio and CD player.

Bluetooth®

Connecting and using a Bluetooth-enabled phone for calls and voice commands.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Tips for better fuel economy and defensive driving techniques.

Drunk Driving

Dangers and legal consequences of drinking and driving.

Braking

Factors affecting braking, stopping distances, and avoiding heavy braking.

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

How ABS works to prevent braking skids and using ABS.

Traction Control System (TCS)

How TCS limits wheel spin in slippery conditions and automatic engagement.

Active Handling System

System for maintaining directional control and its operation.

Skidding

Types of skids, how to avoid them, and actions to take if sliding occurs.

Driving at Night

Tips for safe night driving, including visibility and fatigue management.

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow

Procedures for freeing a stuck vehicle and using traction systems.

Loading the Vehicle

How to determine vehicle capacity weight and load limits.

Towing

Proper procedures for towing the vehicle and trailer towing limitations.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Information on obtaining genuine GM parts and services from dealers.

Fuel

Recommended fuel types, octane ratings, and additives.

Filling the Tank

Safety precautions and instructions for refueling the vehicle.

Checking Things Under the Hood

Safety precautions for checking under the hood, especially regarding the electric fan.

Engine Oil

Checking engine oil level and adding oil.

Cooling System (Engine)

Function of the cooling system and checking coolant levels.

Engine Overheating

Indicators of engine overheating and actions to take.

Brakes

Information on brake fluid and checking its level.

Battery

Information on maintenance-free batteries and battery posts.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Tires

General information on tires, including maintenance and dangers of improper use.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

When to check alignment and balance, and how to diagnose issues.

Appearance Care

Tips for interior and exterior cleaning and maintenance.

Electrical System

General information on the vehicle's electrical system.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

How circuits are protected by fuses and breakers.

Capacities and Specifications

Approximate capacities for various vehicle fluids and components.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Introduction to maintenance requirements and using the schedule.

Scheduled Maintenance

Services required based on mileage or time intervals.

Additional Required Services

Services performed at specific mileage intervals.

Owner Checks and Services

Owner checks to perform at fuel fill, monthly, and annually.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

List of recommended fluids and lubricants by name and part number.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Part numbers for common replacement parts like filters and wipers.

Maintenance Record

Template for recording vehicle maintenance history.

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Procedure for resolving customer concerns with dealership and GM.

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow if dealership cannot resolve a concern.

Online Owner Center

Accessing vehicle information, service records, and dealer locators online.

Roadside Assistance Program

Information on roadside assistance services and contact numbers.

Scheduling Service Appointments

How to schedule service appointments and minimize inconvenience.

Courtesy Transportation Program

Program offering transportation options during warranty repairs.

Collision Damage Repair

Importance of using qualified technicians and proper replacement parts.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle computer data recording and privacy.

Event Data Recorders

Purpose and limitations of Event Data Recorders (EDRs).

OnStar®

Information on OnStar services and data collection.

Navigation System

Storage of destinations and trip information by the navigation system.

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