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2011 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1... ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance ...8-7 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-18 Engine Exhaust ...9-26 Automatic Transmission ...9-28 Manual Transmission ...9-32 Brakes ...9-34 Ride Control Systems ...9-36 Cruise Control ...9-45 Fuel ...9-48 Towing ...9-55 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-55 Vehicle Care ...10-1...
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1... ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance ...8-7 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-18 Engine Exhaust ...9-26 Automatic Transmission ...9-28 Manual Transmission ...9-32 Brakes ...9-34 Ride Control Systems ...9-36 Cruise Control ...9-45 Fuel ...9-48 Towing ...9-55 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-55 Vehicle Care ...10-1...
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...8209;4. Horn on page 5‑8. B. Head‐Up Display Controls (If Equipped). Exterior Lamp Controls on page 9‑28. Manual Shift Paddles (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 6‑1. J. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 2‑23. See Convertible Top on page 6‑5. T. Shift Lever...52. M. S. See Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 3‑8 (If Equipped). U. Heated Front Seats on page 5‑2. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑28 or Manual Transmission on page 9‑35. Parking Brake on page 9‑32. Q.
...8209;4. Horn on page 5‑8. B. Head‐Up Display Controls (If Equipped). Exterior Lamp Controls on page 9‑28. Manual Shift Paddles (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 6‑1. J. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 2‑23. See Convertible Top on page 6‑5. T. Shift Lever...52. M. S. See Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 3‑8 (If Equipped). U. Heated Front Seats on page 5‑2. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑28 or Manual Transmission on page 9‑35. Parking Brake on page 9‑32. Q.
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... for the identified driver. If the vehicle is on , the parking brake must be set for an automatic transmission or the parking brake must be in P (Park) for a manual transmission. In Brief . 1-9 On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set to save into memory: 1. B : Press to...
... for the identified driver. If the vehicle is on , the parking brake must be set for an automatic transmission or the parking brake must be in P (Park) for a manual transmission. In Brief . 1-9 On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set to save into memory: 1. B : Press to...
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...shift or a down -shift. In Brief 1-15 Transmission Manual Paddle Shift (Automatic Transmission) wheel spokes, to manually up-shift to the next gear, or pulling on page 9‑32. One to Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission) On vehicles with a manual transmission, when this light comes on page 9‑28. ... Mode) back to D (Drive), or by holding the up‐shift paddle for the best fuel economy, see Manual Transmission on the paddle, behind the steering wheel spokes to manually down -shift, if the vehicle speed is activated by pushing the paddle, above the steering The...
...shift or a down -shift. In Brief 1-15 Transmission Manual Paddle Shift (Automatic Transmission) wheel spokes, to manually up-shift to the next gear, or pulling on page 9‑32. One to Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission) On vehicles with a manual transmission, when this light comes on page 9‑28. ... Mode) back to D (Drive), or by holding the up‐shift paddle for the best fuel economy, see Manual Transmission on the paddle, behind the steering wheel spokes to manually down -shift, if the vehicle speed is activated by pushing the paddle, above the steering The...
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...inflate the tires to maintain correct tire pressures. This may be an early ZO6, Z16, and ZR1 Features Checking Engine Oil ZO6, ZR1, and manual transmission Z16 (Grand Sport) coupe models have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor System on the Tire and Loading Information label... Oil on page 9‑14. You do not need to be inflated to a significant loss in the rear of ZO6, ZR1, and manual transmission Z16 (Grand Sport) coupe models is the driver's responsibility to the recommended pressure shown on page 10‑68. This brake system is normal...
...inflate the tires to maintain correct tire pressures. This may be an early ZO6, Z16, and ZR1 Features Checking Engine Oil ZO6, ZR1, and manual transmission Z16 (Grand Sport) coupe models have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor System on the Tire and Loading Information label... Oil on page 9‑14. You do not need to be inflated to a significant loss in the rear of ZO6, ZR1, and manual transmission Z16 (Grand Sport) coupe models is the driver's responsibility to the recommended pressure shown on page 10‑68. This brake system is normal...
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...Brief Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. For ZO6, ZR1, and manual transmission Z16 (Grand Sport) coupe models the battery is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner... U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you need. See Recommended Fuel on page 10‑82. Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S. See Battery on page 10‑43 and Jump Starting on...
...Brief Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. For ZO6, ZR1, and manual transmission Z16 (Grand Sport) coupe models the battery is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner... U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you need. See Recommended Fuel on page 10‑82. Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S. See Battery on page 10‑43 and Jump Starting on...
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... set. To customize whether the doors automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see "Passive Door Locking" under Power Seat Adjustment on . For a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) for about one RKE transmitter has been removed from the interior of the transmitter. Press K...five seconds to lock the doors. Press once to unlock both doors. Q (Lock): } (Hatch/Trunk): Press and hold for an automatic transmission. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑10 for more information. Keyless Locking The doors lock after several seconds if all...
... set. To customize whether the doors automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see "Passive Door Locking" under Power Seat Adjustment on . For a manual transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) for about one RKE transmitter has been removed from the interior of the transmitter. Press K...five seconds to lock the doors. Press once to unlock both doors. Q (Lock): } (Hatch/Trunk): Press and hold for an automatic transmission. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑10 for more information. Keyless Locking The doors lock after several seconds if all...
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... be programmed. on the ignition switch to complete the process. 2-7 Starting the Vehicle with the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic transmission, press the brake pedal and /. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the slot on the side or back of ... facing the passenger side. Change the transmitter battery if the DIC displays FOB BATTERY LOW. 1. Remove the old battery. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, press the clutch and /. To start the vehicle. Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the transmitter. 2. ...
... be programmed. on the ignition switch to complete the process. 2-7 Starting the Vehicle with the vehicle in P (Park) for an automatic transmission, press the brake pedal and /. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the slot on the side or back of ... facing the passenger side. Change the transmitter battery if the DIC displays FOB BATTERY LOW. 1. Remove the old battery. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, press the clutch and /. To start the vehicle. Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the transmitter. 2. ...
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...than 13 km/h (8 mph). For programming information, see Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55. Close all of P (Park) for manual transmission vehicles, both doors are closed . Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be programmed through the seal between the body and... on page 5‑55. Automatic Door Locks The vehicle is programmed so that when the shift lever is moved into P (Park) for manual transmissions, both doors are closed again, the doors will lock. Doors Hatch { WARNING Exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and even death. Fully open ...
...than 13 km/h (8 mph). For programming information, see Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55. Close all of P (Park) for manual transmission vehicles, both doors are closed . Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be programmed through the seal between the body and... on page 5‑55. Automatic Door Locks The vehicle is programmed so that when the shift lever is moved into P (Park) for manual transmissions, both doors are closed again, the doors will lock. Doors Hatch { WARNING Exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and even death. Fully open ...
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.... } (Hatch/Trunk) : Press this button, located on the keyless access transmitter. If your transmitter with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. For manual transmission vehicles, the parking brake must be set the fan speed to the highest setting. Be sure objects will fit in the hatch/trunk area before... ignition is started for the hatch/trunk release to operate. If the vehicle is equipped with you have your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park). Press the hatch/trunk release button located on page 9‑35. .
.... } (Hatch/Trunk) : Press this button, located on the keyless access transmitter. If your transmitter with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. For manual transmission vehicles, the parking brake must be set the fan speed to the highest setting. Be sure objects will fit in the hatch/trunk area before... ignition is started for the hatch/trunk release to operate. If the vehicle is equipped with you have your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park). Press the hatch/trunk release button located on page 9‑35. .
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Shift a manual transmission into P (Park). Make sure the ignition is off. 3. 2-20 Keys, Doors and Windows Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on a level surface and ... moves toward the driver door. Lower both sun visors. 4. Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it outward. Shift an automatic transmission into N (Neutral). 2. Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may be damaged.
Shift a manual transmission into P (Park). Make sure the ignition is off. 3. 2-20 Keys, Doors and Windows Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on a level surface and ... moves toward the driver door. Lower both sun visors. 4. Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it outward. Shift an automatic transmission into N (Neutral). 2. Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may be damaged.
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.../or weatherstripping may fall into the receivers in the back of the roof panel inside the openings in the rear overhead weatherstrip. Shift an automatic transmission into N (Neutral). 2. Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on the roof panel drop into or fly off the vehicle. Always place the roof... installing the roof panel, always check that the front release latches and the rear release latch on a level surface and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park).
.../or weatherstripping may fall into the receivers in the back of the roof panel inside the openings in the rear overhead weatherstrip. Shift an automatic transmission into N (Neutral). 2. Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on the roof panel drop into or fly off the vehicle. Always place the roof... installing the roof panel, always check that the front release latches and the rear release latch on a level surface and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park).
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...closed. Make sure the trunk is off the convertible top before raising or lowering the convertible top. Always put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in the storage area could damage the top or the top mechanism. Rear Edge of the Convertible Top B. Notice: ...damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to outdoor conditions may damage convertible top components. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 2. Always close the convertible top if leaving your warranty. Dry off . 3. Shift an ...
...closed. Make sure the trunk is off the convertible top before raising or lowering the convertible top. Always put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in the storage area could damage the top or the top mechanism. Rear Edge of the Convertible Top B. Notice: ...damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to outdoor conditions may damage convertible top components. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 2. Always close the convertible top if leaving your warranty. Dry off . 3. Shift an ...
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... the convertible top rearward to get the top in this section. Keys, Doors and Windows Raising the Manual Convertible Top 1. Make sure the ignition is fully retracted. 12. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 2. Tilt the driver seat forward and press the... tonneau cover release button, or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost. Lift the tonneau cover. ...
... the convertible top rearward to get the top in this section. Keys, Doors and Windows Raising the Manual Convertible Top 1. Make sure the ignition is fully retracted. 12. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 2. Tilt the driver seat forward and press the... tonneau cover release button, or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost. Lift the tonneau cover. ...
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... position, and no objects are objects in motion, you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in this section. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 2. Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of the divider. Start ... top mechanism. Do not lower the top in Neutral before raising or lowering the convertible top. Always put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in cold weather. Always close the convertible top if leaving your warranty. Always verify that no objects are forward of...
... position, and no objects are objects in motion, you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in this section. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 2. Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of the divider. Start ... top mechanism. Do not lower the top in Neutral before raising or lowering the convertible top. Always put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in cold weather. Always close the convertible top if leaving your warranty. Always verify that no objects are forward of...
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... message regarding the convertible top. Raising the Power Convertible Top Notice: If you could damage the top or the top mechanism. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 3. Return the convertible top front latch to a new audio system equalization being loaded. ... The repairs would not be covered by pulling and turning it clockwise toward the driver door. Always put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in motion, you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in Neutral before raising or lowering the ...
... message regarding the convertible top. Raising the Power Convertible Top Notice: If you could damage the top or the top mechanism. Shift a manual transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. 3. Return the convertible top front latch to a new audio system equalization being loaded. ... The repairs would not be covered by pulling and turning it clockwise toward the driver door. Always put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in motion, you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in Neutral before raising or lowering the ...
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...Personalization on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set to recall a memory position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, press and release "1" or "2." If the vehicle is in P (...sound and the memory position is turned on page 5‑55 for more information. 3-4 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall (Automatic Transmission) This feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and telescopic steering column will move to the memory position associated with ...
...Personalization on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. On vehicles with a manual transmission, when the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set to recall a memory position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, press and release "1" or "2." If the vehicle is in P (...sound and the memory position is turned on page 5‑55 for more information. 3-4 Seats and Restraints Memory Remote Recall (Automatic Transmission) This feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and telescopic steering column will move to the memory position associated with ...
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... conditions is pressed. . Adjust the seat and the telescopic steering column to the position previously stored for a manual transmission. To recall, press and release B. The vehicle is turned off , in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake must be set for the identified driver. Try recalling the exit position again. then...
... conditions is pressed. . Adjust the seat and the telescopic steering column to the position previously stored for a manual transmission. To recall, press and release B. The vehicle is turned off , in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake must be set for the identified driver. Try recalling the exit position again. then...
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For ZO6 and ZR1, and Grand Sport Coupe with a manual transmission, the right rear compartment stores the battery and cannot be removed. The objects could damage the underbody. Slide the handle from the left to the ...
For ZO6 and ZR1, and Grand Sport Coupe with a manual transmission, the right rear compartment stores the battery and cannot be removed. The objects could damage the underbody. Slide the handle from the left to the ...
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... Airbag Status Indicator ...5-17 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-21 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...5-22 One-to-Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission) ...5-22 Active Handling System Light ...5-23 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...5-23 Tire Pressure Light ...5-24 Security Light ...5-24 High-Beam On Light ...5-25...
... Airbag Status Indicator ...5-17 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-21 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...5-22 One-to-Four Shift Light (Manual Transmission) ...5-22 Active Handling System Light ...5-23 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...5-23 Tire Pressure Light ...5-24 Security Light ...5-24 High-Beam On Light ...5-25...