2015 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual
Year:
2015
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Corvette
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Table of Contents
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual BookTOC
2
Introduction
4
Introduction
4
Canadian Vehicle Owners
4
Using this Manual
4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
5
Symbols
5
In Brief
8
Instrument Panel
9
Initial Drive Information
11
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
11
Remote Vehicle Start
12
Door Locks
12
Trunk Release
14
Windows
15
Seat Adjustment
15
Memory Features
16
Heated and Ventilated Seats
17
Safety Belts
17
Passenger Sensing System
18
Mirror Adjustment
18
Steering Wheel Adjustment
19
Interior Lighting
20
Exterior Lighting
20
Windshield Wiper/Washer
21
Climate Controls
22
Transmission
23
Vehicle Features
24
Infotainment System
24
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Cruise Control
24
Driver Information Center (DIC)
24
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
25
Power Outlets
25
Universal Remote System
25
Roof Panel
26
Convertible
26
Performance and Maintenance
26
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
26
Tire Pressure Monitor
27
Performance Vehicle Features
27
Engine Oil Life System
28
Car Wash Guidelines
28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
28
Roadside Assistance Program
29
OnStar®
29
Keys, Doors, and Windows
30
Keys and Locks
30
Keys
30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
32
Remote Vehicle Start
38
Door Locks
40
Power Door Locks
42
Delayed Locking
42
Automatic Door Locks
42
Lockout Protection
43
Doors
43
Hatch (Trunk)
43
Vehicle Security
45
Vehicle Alarm System
45
Immobilizer
47
Immobilizer Operation
47
Exterior Mirrors
48
Convex Mirrors
48
Power Mirrors
49
Folding Mirrors
49
Heated Mirrors
49
Automatic Dimming Mirror
49
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
49
Interior Mirrors
50
Interior Rearview Mirrors
50
Manual Rearview Mirror
50
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
50
Windows
50
Power Windows
51
Sun Visors
52
Roof
53
Roof Panel
53
Convertible Top
56
Seats and Restraints
64
Head Restraints
65
Front Seats
65
Power Seat Adjustment
65
Lumbar Adjustment
66
Reclining Seatbacks
66
Memory Seats
67
Seatback Latches
69
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
70
Safety Belts
71
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
73
Lap-Shoulder Belt
74
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
76
Safety Belt Extender
76
Safety System Check
76
Safety Belt Care
77
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
77
Airbag System
78
Where Are the Airbags?
79
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
80
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
81
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
81
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
82
Passenger Sensing System
83
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
87
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
88
Airbag System Check
88
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
89
Child Restraints
89
Older Children
89
Infants and Young Children
91
Child Restraint Systems
94
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
95
Securing Child Restraints
96
Storage
100
Storage Compartments
100
Instrument Panel Storage
100
Glove Box
101
Cupholders
101
Rear Storage
101
Center Console Storage
102
Additional Storage Features
103
Cargo Cover
103
Convenience Net
104
Instruments and Controls
106
Controls
107
Steering Wheel Adjustment
107
Steering Wheel Controls
107
Horn
107
Windshield Wiper/Washer
107
Compass
108
Clock
109
Power Outlets
109
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
111
Instrument Cluster
112
Speedometer
117
Odometer
117
Trip Odometer
117
Tachometer
117
Fuel Gauge
118
Boost Gauge
119
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
120
Safety Belt Reminders
120
Airbag Readiness Light
121
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
122
Charging System Light
123
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
123
Brake System Warning Light
126
Electric Parking Brake Light
126
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
126
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
127
Traction Off Light
127
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
128
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
128
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
128
Tire Pressure Light
129
Engine Oil Pressure Light
129
Low Fuel Warning Light
130
Security Light
130
High-Beam On Light
130
Lamps On Reminder
131
Cruise Control Light
131
Door Ajar Light
131
Information Displays
131
Driver Information Center (DIC)
131
Head-Up Display (HUD)
134
Vehicle Messages
139
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
139
Brake System Messages
139
Compass Messages
140
Convertible Top Messages
140
Cruise Control Messages
141
Door Ajar Messages
141
Engine Cooling System Messages
142
Engine Oil Messages
142
Engine Power Messages
143
Fuel System Messages
143
Key and Lock Messages
143
Lamp Messages
144
Ride Control System Messages
144
Airbag System Messages
147
Security Messages
147
Service Vehicle Messages
147
Starting the Vehicle Messages
148
Tire Messages
148
Transmission Messages
149
Vehicle Reminder Messages
149
Vehicle Speed Messages
149
Washer Fluid Messages
150
Window Messages
150
Vehicle Personalization
150
Universal Remote System
157
Universal Remote System Programming
157
Universal Remote System Operation
160
Lighting
162
Exterior Lighting
162
Exterior Lamp Controls
162
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
163
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
163
Flash-to-Pass
163
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
163
Automatic Headlamp System
164
Hazard Warning Flashers
165
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
166
Interior Lighting
166
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
166
Courtesy Lamps
166
Reading Lamps
167
Lighting Features
167
Entry Lighting
167
Exit Lighting
167
Battery Power Protection
167
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
168
Infotainment System
170
Introduction
170
Infotainment
170
Performance Data Recorder (PDR)
170
Climate Controls
176
Climate Control Systems
176
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
176
Air Vents
180
Maintenance
180
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
180
Driving and Operating
182
Driving Information
183
Distracted Driving
183
Defensive Driving
184
Drunk Driving
184
Control of a Vehicle
184
Steering
184
Off-Road Recovery
185
Loss of Control
185
Track Events and Competitive Driving
186
Driving on Wet Roads
191
Hill and Mountain Roads
192
Winter Driving
193
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
194
Vehicle Load Limits
195
Starting and Operating
199
New Vehicle Break-In
199
Front Air Dam
200
Carbon Fiber
200
Ignition Positions
200
Starting the Engine
202
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
204
Shifting Into Park
204
Shifting out of Park
205
Parking (Manual Transmission)
206
Parking over Things That Burn
206
Active Fuel Management®
206
Engine Exhaust
207
Running the Vehicle While Parked
207
Automatic Transmission
208
Manual Mode
209
Manual Transmission
212
Active Rev Match
214
Brakes
215
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
215
Electric Parking Brake
216
Brake Assist
217
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
218
Ride Control Systems
218
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
218
Driver Mode Control
220
Competitive Driving Mode
224
Limited-Slip Differential (Except Z51 and Z06)
228
Limited-Slip Differential (Z51 and Z06 Only)
228
Cruise Control
229
Driver Assistance Systems
232
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
232
Fuel
234
California Fuel Requirements
235
Fuels in Foreign Countries
235
Fuel Additives
235
Filling the Tank
236
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
237
Trailer Towing
238
General Towing Information
238
Conversions and Add-Ons
238
Add-On Electrical Equipment
238
Vehicle Care
240
General Information
241
California Proposition 65 Warning
241
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
241
Accessories and Modifications
241
Lifting the Vehicle
242
Vehicle Checks
244
Doing Your Own Service Work
244
Hood
245
Engine Compartment Overview
246
Engine Oil
251
Engine Oil Life System
257
Automatic Transmission Fluid
258
Manual Transmission Fluid
258
Hydraulic Clutch
258
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
259
Cooling System (Engine)
261
Cooling System (Aero Panel)
262
Engine Coolant
263
Engine Overheating
266
Washer Fluid
267
Brakes
268
Brake Fluid
271
Battery
272
Rear Axle
273
Starter Switch Check
274
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
274
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
275
Wiper Blade Replacement
275
Windshield Replacement
276
Headlamp Aiming
276
Bulb Replacement
276
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
276
LED Lighting
277
License Plate Lamp
277
Replacement Bulbs
277
Electrical System
278
Electrical System Overload
278
Fuses
278
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
278
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
282
Wheels and Tires
285
Tires
285
Winter Tires
286
Run-Flat Tires
287
Low-Profile Tires
288
Competition Oriented Tires
288
Summer Tires
289
Tire Sidewall Labeling
290
Tire Designations
291
Tire Terminology and Definitions
292
Tire Pressure
294
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
296
Tire Pressure Monitor System
296
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
297
Tire Inspection
300
Tire Rotation
300
When It Is Time for New Tires
301
Buying New Tires
302
Different Size Tires and Wheels
304
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
304
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
306
Wheel Replacement
306
Tire Chains
307
If a Tire Goes Flat
308
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
309
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
317
Jump Starting
318
Towing the Vehicle
321
Recreational Vehicle Towing
321
Appearance Care
321
Exterior Care
321
Interior Care
326
Floor Mats
330
Service and Maintenance
332
General Information
332
Maintenance Schedule
333
Special Application Services
339
Additional Maintenance and Care
340
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
343
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
343
Maintenance Replacement Parts
344
Maintenance Records
346
Technical Data
348
Vehicle Identification
348
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
348
Service Parts Identification Label
348
Vehicle Data
349
Capacities and Specifications
349
Engine Drive Belt Routing
351
Customer Information
352
Customer Information
352
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
352
Customer Assistance Offices
354
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
355
Online Owner Center
355
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
356
Roadside Assistance Program
356
Scheduling Service Appointments
358
Courtesy Transportation Program
358
Collision Damage Repair
359
Service Publications Ordering Information
362
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
362
Radio Frequency Statement
363
Reporting Safety Defects
363
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
363
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
364
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
364
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
365
Event Data Recorders
365
OnStar®
366
Infotainment System
366
OnStar
368
OnStar Overview
368
OnStar Services
370
Emergency
370
Security
370
Navigation
370
Connections
371
Vehicle Diagnostics
373
OnStar Additional Information
373
Index
380
Index_A
380
Index_B
380
Index_C
381
Index_D
382
Index_E
382
Index_F
383
Index_G
384
Index_H
384
Index_I
384
Index_J
385
Index_K
385
Index_L
385
Index_M
386
Index_N
386
Index_O
386
Index_P
387
Index_R
387
Index_S
388
Index_T
389
Index_U
390
Index_V
390
Index_W
391
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Overview
Introduction
The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette is a true American icon, embodying the spirit of performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology. With a design that both turns heads and paves the way for a thrilling driving experience, this sports car continues to elevate the Corvette legacy. Engineered for precision and power, the 2015 model stands as a testament to Chevrolet’s commitment to performance enthusiasts and casual drivers alike.
Powertrains
The heart of the 2015 Corvette lies in its formidable powertrains. Both the Stingray and Z06 trim levels boast an impressive 6.2-liter V8 engine. The Stingray delivers a robust 455 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, propelling the vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in just under four seconds. For those seeking even more adrenaline, the Z06 edition comes equipped with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces an exhilarating 650 horsepower, paired with a 7-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission, allowing for unparalleled acceleration and superior handling.
Trims
The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette offers three primary trims: the Stingray, Stingray with the Z51 performance package, and the high-performance Z06. Each trim provides a unique blend of advanced technology and luxury features. The Stingray emphasizes a balanced sports car experience with features like a sophisticated touchscreen interface and premium sound system, while the Z06 cranks the performance dial up a notch with enhanced aerodynamics and track-ready capabilities.
Features
Highlighting modern convenience and safety, the 2015 Corvette is packed with advanced features such as a customizable driver information center, a premium audio system, and an available heads-up display. Safety technologies include rear vision cameras, parking assist, and numerous airbags, ensuring drivers have both the thrill and security they seek on the road.
Owners Manual
The 2015 Corvette comes with a comprehensive owner's manual designed to guide owners through operating their new sports car. It includes essential information on vehicle features, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and warranty details, ensuring that every enthusiast can maximize their enjoyment and care for their Corvette.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Corvette owner manual for the 2015 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2015 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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