Chevrolet 2009 Corvette Automobile User Manual


 
(m) Drain, flush, and refill clutch hydraulic system at a
regular service interval (I or II) every two years. This
service can be complex; you should have your dealer/
retailer perform this service. See Hydraulic Clutch on
page 5-31.
(n) Drain, flush, and refill intercooler system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer
perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-34.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specified to help ensure vehicle safety,
dependability, and emission control performance. Your
dealer/retailer can assist with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to the
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Notice: It is important to check the engine oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to
keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause
damage to the engine not covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-19.
Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and, on ZR1 models,
check the intercooler coolant level. Add DEX-COOL
®
coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant
on page 5-34.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if
necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inspection and Inflation Check
Inspect the vehicle’s tires for wear and make sure they
are inflated to the correct pressures. See Inflation - Tire
Pressure on page 5-71.
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