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2004 Corvette Overview

The arrival of the 2004 Chevy Corvette brought with it the official announcement that, as far every bit factory production of the C5 was concerned, this would be the final year for the 5th generation model.  Despite the growing rumors that an all-new Corvette was on the mode, information technology had been decided that Chevrolet would continue to produce the Corvette and then as not to get out a production gap (equally they had in 1983) while ramping upwards production of a next generation C6 Corvette.

Just the same, it was also decided that no notable changes should exist made to the 2004 C5, save for the introduction of a couple new paint colors – namely Magnetic Reddish Ii, which every bit a re-formulated variant of the Magnetic Red originally used on the 1999 thru 2002 models and Arctic White, which had been featured previously on the 1997 to 2000 models.

Model:	2004 Corvette
Generation:	C5 Corvette
Blazon:	2 Door Coupe/Z06 Coupe/Convertible
Available Colors:	Quicksilver, Electron Blue, Speedway White, Black, Torch Crimson, Millenium Xanthous, Medium Spiral Grayness, Anniversary RedArctic White, Lemans Blue (Comm. Edition), Black, Machine Silvery, Torch Ruby-red, Millenium Yellow, Magnetic Red II, Medium Spiral Gray
Engine:	LS1, 346C.I., 5.seven Litre V8 (Coupe/Convertible) LS6, 346C.I., 5.7Litre V8 (Z06)
VIN:	1G1YY22G345100001 – 1G1YY22GX45134064
Manual:	4-speed automatic (standard), vi speed manual (optional)
Original Price:	$44,535 (Coupe), $51,535 (Convertible), $52,385 (Z06 Coupe)
Units Produced:	34,064
Specs:	2004 Corvette Spec List

However, General Motors, looking to commemorate the spectacular accomplishments that had been achieved by the C5 Corvette both on and off the race track during its viii year production run, also decided to introduce a special Commemorative Edition Corvette for its final model year.

The 2004 Coupe, Convertible and Z06 Corvettes. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

The Commemorative Edition 2004 Corvette was specifically designed to pay homage to Corvette'south successful render to racing.  All the Commemorative Edition 2004 Corvettes were finished in a striking LeMans Blueish paint with red-edged silver stripes that adorned the hood, roof and rear deck lid.  Special "LeMans 24-hours" emblems featuring Corvette's iconic crossed-flags trademark appeared on the nose and the tail of the automobile, and a matching keepsake was embroidered into the headrests of the custom shale color interior leather seats.

Completing the commemorative package on all of the especially equipped coupes and convertibles was the introduction of polished blend wheels.  This option, which could be ordered equally function of the regular 1SB Preferred Equipment grouping, was as well made available – at a moderate additional cost of $3,700 for either the coupe or convertible upgrade.

The 2004 Commemorative Edition Corvette. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

The Z06 Commemorative Edition, on the other-hand, was a niggling more costly.  Withal, it likewise included a few additional upgrades over the base coupe and convertible.  Priced at an additional $4,335, the Commemorative Edition option for the Z06 Coupe included a unique carbon-fiber hood that reduced the nose weight of the car by 10.vi pounds.  The carbon-fibers were aligned in a single direction and then that the alternating material would maintain a smooth sheen when painted.  The simply exception to this was a pocket-sized cross-hatch design that was subtly displayed in the hood graphic between the silver and red sections.

DID YOU KNOW: The 2004 Cadillac XLR, a luxury ii-seater with a powered, fully retractable hardtop, were congenital on a split up product line at the Corvette's Bowling Green Manufacturing Facility in Kentucky.

Developed as a collaborative endeavor betwixt Chevrolet, MacLean Vehicle Systems, and Toray Composites, the hood's carbon cobweb engineering science was based on aerospace technologies and was the first painted carbon fiber console ever featured on an American manufactured vehicle.

Beyond the car's hood, articulate coat wheels with hubs reading "Commemorative 24:00 Heures du Mans" were also added to the Z06 package upgrade.  Additionally, a blackness interior was once again featured as function of the Z06 Commemorative Edition parcel, but equally it had been on the 50th anniversary commemorative edition.

All 2004 Commemorative Edition Corvettes came with a blackness interior. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

But there was more than than merely cosmetic improvements to the Z06 that caused the meaning crash-land in the Special Edition Bundle price.

The well-nigh pregnant of these improvements was the boosted testing that the 2004 Z06 received at the Nürburgring (a globe renowned race runway and proving basis for many of the acme automotive  manufacturers), which resulted in revised damping for the Sachs gas-pressure shock absorbers, stiffer bushings for the upper command arms, and softer bushings for the rear anti-ringlet bar.

All of these modifications were made in an effort to reduce the time it took for the Z06 to "settle" during transient maneuvers – and the results were quite successful.

All 2004 Commemorative Edition Corvettes came with a blackness interior. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

Ironically, the 2004 Commemorative Edition Z06 would not exist made available equally a European export.  Instead, Chevrolet offered European consumers the option of ordering a special edition LeMans Bluish Commemorative Coupe.  Listed every bit an pick (RPO Z18), the Commemorative Coupe would feature the Z06 stripe package, Z06 suspension, blackness interior and a carbon-fiber hood.   Information technology came equipped with non-EMT tires on the stock coupe.  The car also came  equipped with a 405 horsepower, LS1 V8 engine mated and to a half-dozen-speed manual transmission.

RACING: As the C5.R neared retirement, its final season was nix brusque of spectacular -and a plumbing fixtures sendoff for a car that had proven, without question, that Corvette was a serious contender on the racetrack. In 2004, Squad Corvette went undefeated for the unabridged American LeMans Season. Every race run during this flavour was won either by the No. three or the No. 4 Corvette Racing Teams.

To capture the magnitude of the divergence in the cars drivability with these upgrades in place, the Z06 was distributed to a number of professional person automotive critics.  Each was encouraged to drive the car and review its handling appropriately. Several critics drove the car, and nearly all had a like reaction to the Z06's improved responsiveness.

As Frank Markus, of Car and Driver'south Magazine stated in their September 2003 review: '[The Z06'southward] steering response is [now] so much quicker it's hard to believe the ratio is the aforementioned [as in other 'Vettes].  Its weight is within 141 pounds of [other models], yet it feels like hundreds less.  Its structure also feels twice every bit rigid.  Aye, it filters out less route noise and harshness but at least each bump is felt but once…The [Commemorative] Z06 is clearly the [Corvette] that best rewards expert driving."

The 2004 Corvette Coupe. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

Other reviewers were equally complimentary to both the Corvette and the team behind its latest technology.  Motor Trend hailed the Commemorative Z06 as the fastest exhibit 'Vette that they had e'er tested, with a 0-60 time of 4.ii seconds and a standing quarter mile of just 12.iv seconds at 117 miles per hr.  Moreover, it was hailed as the best combination of functioning, condolement, and value in the automotive world.

The 2004 Indy Pace Auto was the 6th Corvette to pace the Indianapolis 500 and was piloted by actor Morgan Freeman. (Epitome courtesy of GM Media.)

In the end, there were really no negative comments directed past any of the major automotive reviewers towards the 2004 Commemorative Edition Corvette – save for 1.  General Motors, recognizing that the 2004 Corvette would already be highly sought later on as a collector's car, deliberately limited production of the Commemorative Edition car to merely 2,000 Z06 Coupes, and simply nether v,000 standard coupes and convertibles.  Withal, given the success of the C5's production run during its eight year history, most felt that the Commemorative Edition was a plumbing equipment sendoff to one of the nearly successful Corvette generations to appointment.

From 2000 to 2004, the Chevrolet Corvette C5.R earned a total of 33 1st place finishes including three wins at the 24 Hours of Lemans – in 2001, 2002, and 2004. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

And successful it had been.  The C5 was one of the most respected and most celebrated of all Corvettes to date, and it had the awards to prove it.  Besides winning an unprecedented number of trophies on the podium at such venues equally Leguna Seca, Road Atlanta, and fifty-fifty the coveted 24 Hours of LeMans, the production model Corvette had also been named "Automobile of the Year" (Automobile Magazine, 2001), "N American Motorcar of the Yr", "Car of the Year" (Motor Trend, 1998), "A All-time Buy Amidst Sports Cars (Consumer Guide Best Buy), and perhaps most impressive of all, it had ranked in Machine and Driver'due south annual ten Best List in 1998, 1999, 2002, 2003, and 2004.

Of form, the accolades just told i part of the story.  Another mensurate of the C5's overall success during its production run was the large number of units that were produced year after ear.  If one measures success in terms to full units manufactured and sold, then Corvettes numbers still reigned supreme with near a quarter million C5 Corvettes being sold in just an viii year window – which worked out to approximately 34,000 Corvettes per twelvemonth.

Given its sales numbers and the unprecedented number of awards and accolades received, at that place could be no doubt that the C5 Corvette had raised the bar to an entirely new level – not simply for Corvette or American made sports cars, only for sports cars from all over the world.  The general question that critics and enthusiasts akin were at present request was what Full general Motors had planned to elevation the success of the C5 Corvette.

But that would come – every bit with all things – in good time.

2004 Corvette Image Gallery

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2004 Corvette Pricing & Options

CODE:	Clarification:	QUANTITY:	RETAIL PRICE:
1YY07	Base Corvette Sport Coupe	16,165	$44,535.00
1YY37	Base Corvette Z06 Hardtop	v,683	$52,385.00
1YY67	Base Corvette Convertible	12,216	$51,535.00
1SB	Preferred Equipment Group – Coupe	11,446	$i,200.00
1SB	Preferred Equipment Group – Convertible	ix,334	$ane,200.00
1SB*	Commemorative Edition Z06	two,025	$4,335.00
1SC*	Commemorative Edition – Coupe	two,215	$3,700.00
1SC*	Commemorative Edition – Convertible	ii,659	$iii,700.00
AAB	Retentiveness Package (Z06 Hardtop)	5,446	$750.00
B84	Body Side Moldings	xx,626	$150.00
CC3	Removable Roof Panel, Blue Tint (Coupe)	5,079	$1,400.00
C2L	Dual Removable Roof Panels (Coupe)	4,356	$750.00
DDO	Electrochromatic Mirrors (Z06 Hardtop)	5,446	$160.00
F55	Magnetic Selective Ride Control (Coupe & Convertible)	v,843	$1,695.00
G92	Performance Axle Ratio (3.fifteen ratio) (automatic)	ten,367	$395.00
MN6	half-dozen-Speed Manual Transmission (Coupe & Convertible)	6,928	$915.00
N73	Magnesium Wheels (Coupe & Convertible)	i,110	$995.00
QF5	Polished Aluminum Wheels (Coupe & Convertible)	22,487	$one,295.00
R8C	Corvette Museum Commitment	142	$490.00
ULO	Delco Stereo Cassette (Replaces Standard Radio)	3,860	$0.00
U1S	Remote Compact 12-Disc Changer (Coupe & Convertible)	fourteen,668	$600.00
V49	Front end License Plate Frame	nineteen,520	$xv.00
Z51	Performance Handling Package (Coupe & Convertible)	iii,672	$395.00
79U	Millennium Yellow Paint with tint coat	2,641	$750.00
86U*	Magnetic Cherry-red Metallic II	3,596	$750.00

2004 Corvette Exterior & Interior Colors

Color Options & Quantities

Lawmaking	Exterior COLORS	Coupe	Conv	Z06	Total	INTERIOR COLORS
10	Arctic White	921	820	Due north/A	1,741	Blackness, Light Gray, Light Oak, Scarlet
19	LeMans Blue Metallic	two,215	2,659	two,025	vi,899	Shale, Blackness
41	Black	3,105	i,921	one,186	6,212	Black, Lite Gray, Calorie-free Oak, Red
67	Machine Silver Metallic	2,514	i,185	967	4,666	Black, Calorie-free Gray, Scarlet
seventy	Torch Ruddy	ii,438	1,709	876	five,023	Black, Light Grey, Light Oak, Red
79	Millenium Yellowish	918	ane,094	629	2,641	Black
86	Magnetic Red Metallic II	i,948	i,648	N/A	3,596	Blackness, Light Greyness, Lite Oak
88	Medium Screw Gray Metallic	2,106	ane,180	N/A	iii,286	Black, Calorie-free Grey, Low-cal Oak, Red

Interior Colors & Quantities

Code	Colour	TOTAL
152	Shale	4,829
192	Black (Z06 Comm.)	–
193	Black	–
194	Black (Z06)	–
673	Lite Oak	3,983
703	Red	1,535
704	Black/Cherry-red (Z06)	–
923	Low-cal Grey	2,738

Outside Colors

Interior Colors

Seats

Wheels

2004 Corvette Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN)

VIN Range & Pregnant

VIN Range	1G1YY22G345100001 – 1G1YY22GX45134064
1 (First Digit)	1 – Usa
Grand (2nd Digit)	Manufacturer.  G – General Motors
1 (Third Digit)	Manufacturer Segmentation. i – Chevrolet
YY (4th & Fifth Digits)	Carline/Serial. YY – Corvette/Coupe
1/2/three (Sixth Digit)	Bodystyle of Motorcar. 1 – Hardtop, 2 – Ii Door Hatchback Coupe, 3 – Two Door Convertible
2 (Seventh Digit)	Type of Restraint System.  ii – Passive Restraint System.
Yard (Eighth Digit)	Blazon of Engine. G – LS1: 5.7 Liter, 346CI Engine, S – LS6: 5.7 Liter, 346 CI Engine
three (Ninth Digit)	Check Digit (varies)
iv (Tenth Digit)	The Model Year. iv – 2004
5 (Eleventh Digit)	Location of the Associates Institute. five – Bowling Green, Kentucky
1XXXXX (Twelfth thru Seventeenth Digits)	Product Sequence Numbers.

The terminal six digits begin at 100001 and run thru 135469. The airplane pilot and prototype cars were given a VIN number in this VIN series. Each Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is unique to an private car.

For all 2004 Corvettes in the U.S. and Canada, the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) was stamped on a plate on the inner vertical surface of the left windshield colonnade visible through the windshield. (See Effigy below)

For all 2004 Corvettes exported from the U.S. the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) was stamped onto the vehicle frame rail. (See Figure below)

2004 Corvette Engine VIN Derivative

All engines are stamped or laser etched with a partial vehicle identification number (VIN), which was derived from the consummate VIN.

VIN Derivative:

• 145100001 – 1451134064

The engine VIN derivative contains the following 9 positions:

• 1 (Outset Digit) – GM Partitioning Identifier. ane – Chevrolet
• four (Second Digit) – Model Twelvemonth. 4 – 2004
• 5 (Tertiary Digit) – Associates Establish. 5 – Bowling Green, KY
• 1XXXXX (Fourth thru 9th Digits) – Plant Sequence Numbers (matching VIN)

LS1 and LS6 Engine VIN Derivative Label Locations:

Figure iii

1. Engine VIN Derivative, Primary Location
2. Engine VIN Derivative, Secondary Location

The engine VIN Derivative number will be located in either the main or secondary location, equally shown. (See Figure 3 higher up)

2004 Corvette Engine Identification (ID) Numbers

Stick-on labels attached to the engine, laser etching, or stampings in the engine block betoken the engine unit number/build appointment lawmaking.

LS1 and LS6 Engine ID Number Label Locations

Figure 4

1. Engine ID Number, Primary Location
2. Engine ID Number, Secondary Location

The engine ID number will be located on the rear of the LH cylinder head (ii) or the front part of the LH oil pan rail (1).
(See Effigy 4 above)

2004 Corvette 6-Speed Manual Manual (RPO MM6, RPO MM12) VIN Derivative

Stick-on labels, laser etching, or stampings on the manual indicate the engine unit number/build date code.

Borg Warner T-56 Manual Transmission VIN Derivative Label Locations

Figure 5

1. 6-Speed Transmission Transmission VIN Derivative, Chief Location
2. 6-Speed Manual Transmission VIN Derivative, Secondary Location

The 6-speed manual transmission, the Borg Warner Modified T-56 (RPO MM6), is stamped with a VIN Derivative, which volition be located in either the chief or secondary  location, as shown. (See Figure 5 above).

2004 Corvette Automatic Transmission Identification (ID) Number

The 4-speed overdrive automatic transmission, the Hydra-Matic 4L60-E (RPO M30), has an identification number with stick-on labels, laser etching, or stampings. (see Figure 6 beneath.)

The Automatic transmission ID Number contains the following 9 positions

• 4 (Get-go Digit) – Model Year. four – 2004
• Y (Second and Third Digit) – Model. Y – Corvette
• D (Fourth Digit) – Transmission Blazon. D – HYDRA-MATIC 4L60-Due east
• four (5th Digit) – Calendar Year. 4 – 2004
• Thirty (Sixth thru 8th Digit) – Julian Date (or Day of the Year)
• X (9th Digit) – Shift Build

Hydra-Matic 4L60-East Transmission ID Label Location

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The transmission identification number (Figure 6) indicates the manual model type and when the unit was built.

2004 Corvette Automatic Transmission VIN Derivative

Stick-on labels, laser carving, or stampings on the Hydra-Matic 4L60-East automated transmission point the VIN Derivative. (see Figure vii below).

Hydra-Matic 4L60-Eastward Manual VIN Derivative Label Locations

1. Automatic Transmission VIN Derivative, Primary Location
2. Automated Transmission VIN Derivative, Secondary Location
3. Automatic Manual VIN Derivative, Optional Location
4. Automated Manual VIN Derivative, Optional Location

The automated manual, the Hydra-Matic 4L60-Due east (RPO MM30), is stamped with a VIN Derivative, which will be located in either the principal, secondary, or optional locations. (Come across Figure vii above.)

Axle Identification

1. GM Role Number
2. Getrag Office Number
3. Serial Number

Label Certification
(Located on the edge of the commuter'south door)

1. Proper noun of Manufacturer
2. Gross Vehicle Weight-Rating
3. Gross Axle Weight-Rating, Front, Rear
4. Canadian Condom Mark (w/RPO Z49)
5. Certification Statement
6. Vehicle Grade Type (Pass Auto, etc.)
7. Vehicle Identification Number
8. Date of Industry (Mo/Year)

Service Parts Identification Label (SPID)
(Located inside the glovebox)

1. Vehicle Identification Number
2. Applied science Model number (Vehicle Sectionalization, Vehicle Line and Trunk Manner)
3. Interior Trim and Decor Level
4. Exterior (Paint Color) WA Number
5. Paint Technology
6. Special Club Paint Colors and Numbers
7. Vehicle Choice Content

The service parts identification label is used to identify the original equipment options congenital into the specific vehicle being serviced.

2004 Corvette Manufacturing plant Options

CODE:	Description:	QUANTITY:	RETAIL Cost:
1YY07	Base Corvette Sport Coupe	16,165	$44,535.00
1YY37	Base Corvette Z06 Hardtop	5,683	$52,385.00
1YY67	Base Corvette Convertible	12,216	$51,535.00
1SB	Preferred Equipment Group – Coupe	11,446	$one,200.00
1SB	Preferred Equipment Group – Convertible	9,334	$i,200.00
1SB*	Commemorative Edition Z06	2,025	$4,335.00
1SC*	Commemorative Edition – Coupe	2,215	$3,700.00
1SC*	Commemorative Edition – Convertible	2,659	$3,700.00
AAB	Memory Packet (Z06 Hardtop)	5,446	$750.00
B84	Body Side Moldings	twenty,626	$150.00
CC3	Removable Roof Panel, Blue Tint (Coupe)	5,079	$1,400.00
C2L	Dual Removable Roof Panels (Coupe)	4,356	$750.00
DDO	Electrochromatic Mirrors (Z06 Hardtop)	5,446	$160.00
F55	Magnetic Selective Ride Control (Coupe & Convertible)	5,843	$i,695.00
G92	Performance Axle Ratio (three.fifteen ratio) (automated)	10,367	$395.00
MN6	6-Speed Manual Transmission (Coupe & Convertible)	6,928	$915.00
N73	Magnesium Wheels (Coupe & Convertible)	1,110	$995.00
QF5	Polished Aluminum Wheels (Coupe & Convertible)	22,487	$1,295.00
R8C	Corvette Museum Delivery	142	$490.00
ULO	Delco Stereo Cassette (Replaces Standard Radio)	3,860	$0.00
U1S	Remote Compact 12-Disc Changer (Coupe & Convertible)	14,668	$600.00
V49	Front License Plate Frame	19,520	$fifteen.00
Z51	Operation Treatment Package (Coupe & Convertible)	3,672	$395.00
79U	Millennium Yellow Pigment with tint glaze	2,641	$750.00
86U*	Magnetic Carmine Metallic II	iii,596	$750.00

Base Corvette Sport Coupe (1YY07)

• The base of operations price of the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe without any optional equipment.
• A 346 cubic inch, 350 horsepower, five.seven liter engine (LS1), 4-speed automatic transmission, removable body-color roof panel, a Delco stereo arrangement with CD thespian and digital clock, Bose speaker bundle, sport leather seats, foglamps, power rider seat, dual-zone auto HVAC, floor mats, tire pressure monitoring system, and a parcel internet and luggage shade were included in the base price.

Base of operations Corvette Z06 Hardtop (1YY37)

• The base price of the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Hardtop without optional equipment.
• A 346 cubic inch, 405 horsepower, v.7 liter engine (LS6), 6-speed manual manual, Head-Upwardly Display (HUD), a Delco stereo system with CD role player and digital clock, Bose speaker package, floor mats, and leather seats were included in the base price.

Base Corvette Convertible (1YY67)

• The base price of the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible without optional equipment.
• A 346 cubic inch, 350 horsepower, 5.seven liter engine (LS1), 4-speed automatic manual, a retractable soft superlative, a Delco stereo system with CD player and digital clock, Bose speaker package, sport leather seats, foglamps, power rider seat, floor mats, tire pressure level monitoring system, and dual-zone machine HVAC were included in the base price.

Preferred Equipment Group – Coupe (1SB) – This group included:

• Caput-Upwardly Display (HUD)
• Ability-Telescopic Steering Column
• Electrochromatic Mirrors
• Memory Package
• Twilight Sentine

Preferred Equipment Grouping – Convertible (1SB) – This group included:

• Caput-Up Display (HUD)
• Power-Telescopic Steering Cavalcade
• Electrochromatic Mirrors
• Memory Package
• Twilight Sentinel

Commemorative Edition Z06 (1SB) – This group included:

• Commemorative Edition Le Mans Blueish exterior paint and trim
• Black Interior
• Silverish and Red striping for the hood, roof, and rear deck
• Carbon Fiber Hood
• Polished Z06-mode wheels

Commemorative Edition – Coupe (1SC) – This group included:

• 1SB equipment
• Commemorative Edition Le Mans Blue exterior paint and trim
• Shale Interior
• Polished wheels (QF5) with distinct centers

Commemorative Edition – Convertible (1SC) – This group included:

• 1SB equipment
• Commemorative Edition Le Mans Blue exterior paint and trim
• Shale Interior
• Polished wheels (QF5) with distinct centers

Retentivity Bundle (AAB)

• Periphery devices retentiveness package.
• This option "remembered" exterior-rear-view-mirror, radio, heater-vent air-conditioning control, and power commuter seat settings.

Body Side Moldings (B84)

• Plastic adhesive moldings that ran from the bodyside coves to the stop of the door.
• These moldings had ii pieces per side (1 mounting ahead of the door to the front end fender, the other mounting straight to the driver and passenger doors respectively), and their thickness tapered from front end to rear.

Removable Roof Panel, Blue Tint (CC3)

• Single piece, transparent, removable glass roof acme with blueish tint.
• CC3 was but available for the Coupe.

Dual Removable Roof Panels (C2L)

• Single piece removable roof top panels – i painted, one tinted glass.
• The colour on the painted console exactly matched the body color of the car. The glass panel was tinted blueish but remained otherwise transparent, providing the driver with an open up experience in the cockpit, even when the panel was in place.
• CC3 was only bachelor for the Coupe.

Electrochromatic Mirrors (DD0)

• Outside mirrors LH and RH with electrical remote control, heated, and light sensitivity.
• DD0 was only available for the Z06.

Magnetic Selective Ride Control (F55)

• Uses a revolutionary damper design that controls cycle and body movement with
• Magneto-Rheological fluid in the shocks to provide variable real-fourth dimension damping.

Performance Axle (3.15 Ratio (Automated)) (G92)

• Optional performance axle ratio of 3.fifteen:ane with automated transmission.
• The standard automated manual featured an axle ratio of 2.75:1. Past comparison, the transmission transmission model featured a 3.42:one axle ratio

6-Speed Transmission Manual (MN6)

• An optional, half-dozen-speed transmission manual.
• The rear transaxle combined a Borg-Warner half-dozen-speed manual manual (utilizing a Computer-Aided Gear Choice (CAGS)) with a express-slip axle built past Getrag.

Magnesium Wheels (N73)

• Optional magnesium bike packet replacing the standard polished aluminum wheels.

Polished Aluminum Wheels (QF5)

• High-Polish 5-spoke Forged Aluminum Wheels

Corvette Museum Commitment (R8C)

Delco Stereo Cassette (UL0)

Remote Compact 12-Disc Changer (U1S)

• Remote 12-disc CD histrion/disc changer (installed in rear storage compartment).

Forepart License Plate Frame (V49)

• A "U" shaped plastic frame on the front end bumper that a second license plate could slip into.
• This was an advent item only, and was not required for mounting a forepart license plate to the C5 Corvette.

Performance Handling Package (Z51)

• Upgraded suspension organization for better performance and handling.
• This option included stiffer springs and stabilizer confined.
• Information technology required the Performance Axle Ratio (RPO G92) with automatic transmission.
• It was non fabricated bachelor on vehicles equipped with Selective Real Fourth dimension Dampening (RPO F45).
• Millenium Xanthous Pigment (79U)
• Premium Tint Coat Color – Boosted Charge

Notes

• For the 2004 model year, Commemorative Editions for each Corvette model are available so enthusiasts tin can celebrate the racing success of the C5-R Racing Program.
• Exterior colors: Arctic White, Machine Argent, Magnetic Red and Le Mans Blue (commemoratives only) are added.
• The Corvette Z06 gets revised daze valving based on testing at the legendary Nürburgring race track in Germany.
• The Corvette Z06 gets a carbon cobweb hood.

New Color Options for the 2004 Corvette

• Outside Color Additions
• Arctic White
• Commemorative Edition Le Mans Blue
• Automobile Argent
• Magnetic Cherry-red Two

New Pro Options for the 2004 Corvette

• Magnetic Cherry-red 2 (RPO 86U)
• Commemorative Edition Z06 (1SB)
• Commemorative Edition – Coupe (1SC)
• Commemorative Edition – Convertible (1SC)

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2004 Corvette Recalls

Think 04V060000

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Model Year: 2004
Manufacturer: General Motors Corp.
Mfr'due south Report Date: Feb 06, 2004
Nhtsa Entrada Id Number: 04V060000
Nhtsa Action Number: EA02031
Component: Steering: Column Locking: Anti-Theft Device
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 126624
Summary: On Certain Passenger Vehicles Equipped With Electronic Column Lock Systems (Ecl), When The Ignition Switch Is Turned To "lock," The Ecl Arrangement Prevents Turning Of The Steering Organization. When The Vehicle Is Started, The Ecl Unlocks The Steering Arrangement. The Vehicle Is Designed So That If The Column Fails To Unlock When The Vehicle Is Started And The Customer Tries To Bulldoze, The Fuel Supply Will Be Shut Off And then That The Vehicle Cannot Move When The Vehicle Cannot Be Steered. If Voltage At The Powertrain Control Module Is Low Or Interrupted, However, The Fuel Shut Off May Non Occur And The Vehicle Can Be Accelerated While The Steering System Is Locked. Also When The Control System Shows That The Ecl Is Unlocked And The Vehicle Is Being Driven, The Lock Pivot Location Can Vary. Depending On The Location Of The Lock Plate Relative To The Switch Transition Point, At that place Could So Be Contact Between The Lock Plate And Pin Causing The Steering To Lock While Driving .
Event: If This Occurs, A Crash Could Occur Without Warning.
Remedy: On Vehicles Equipped With An Automated Transmission, The Dealer Will Disable The Steering Column Lock By Removing The Column Lock Plate. When The Ignition Key Is Removed, The Transmission Shifter Will Lock But The Steering Column Will Not Lock. On Vehicles Equipped With A Manual Transmission, The Dealer Will Reprogram The Powertrain Control Module, Perform A Dimensional Check Of The Column Lock And, If Necessary, Replace The Lock Plate. The Steering Cavalcade On These Vehicles Will Continue To Lock When The Primal Is Removed. Owner Notification To Owners Of 1997 Vehicles Equipped With Automatic Transmissions Began On April 26, 2004. Owners Of 1998 Through 2004 Vehicles (Except 1997-1998 Manual Transmission Vehicles) Will Be Notified Beginning On August ii, 2004. The Remaining Owners (1997-1998 Manual Transmission Vehicles) Will Exist Notified Later on In 2004, When Parts Are Available. Owners Should Contact Chevrolet At 1-800-630-2438.
Notes: Gm Retrieve No. 04006. Customers Can Too Contact The National Highway Traffic Condom Assistants's Auto Prophylactic Hotline At 1-888-nuance-ii-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recollect 04v273000

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Model Year: 2004
Manufacturer: General Motors Corp.
Mfr'southward Report Date: Jun 03, 2004
Nhtsa Entrada Id Number: 04v273000
Nhtsa Activeness Number: N/A
Component: Steering:linkages
Potential Number Of Units Afflicted: 41928
Summary: On Sure Rider Vehicles Involved In This Campaign, The Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut/washer Assemblies With Washers Were Fabricated Of The Wrong Textile. The Washers May Fracture And Go Loose Or Autumn Away From The Vehicle, Reducing Clamp Load. Separation Of The Control Arm Ball Stud And Steering Knuckle, Due To Detachment Of The Tapered Attachment And Retaining Nut, Is Possible.
Consequence: If The Control Arm Separates From The Knuckle, The Affected Corner Of The Vehicle Will Driblet And The Control Arm Would Be Forced Downward, Contacting The Bicycle. The Afflicted Bicycle Could Tilt Outward And Create A Dragging Action That Would Tend To Slow The Vehicle And Create A Tendency For The Vehicle To Plow In The Direction Of The Affected Wheel. In Extreme Situations, The Afflicted Wheel Assembly Could Dissever From The Vehicle. Separation Of The Cycle Assembly Would Also Sever That Cycle;s Hydraulic Brake Hose And Result In Diminished Braking Performance Of The Vehicle, Which Could Issue In A Crash.
Remedy: Dealers Volition Inspect The Brawl Stud Joints And Measure The Torque Of The Nut For All Front Lower Command Artillery In All Models Afflicted Too As The Rear Lower Control Arms On The Xlr And Corvette. If The Torque Is Not At Specification, The Dealers Volition Replace The Ball Stud, The Knuckle, And The Nut. If The Torque Is At Specification, The Dealers Will Replace The Nut/washer Assembly Only. The Recall Will Begin On August 25, 2004. Owners Should Contact Cadillac At 1-866-982-2339 Or Chevrolet At i-800-630-2438.
Notes: Gm Recall No. 04043. Customers Can Also Contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safe Hotline At i-888-dash-ii-dot (ane-888-327-4236).

Remember 09e012000

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Model Year: 2004
Manufacturer: Sabersport
Mfr'due south Study Date: Mar 28, 2009
Nhtsa Campaign Id Number: 09e012000
Nhtsa Action Number: North/a
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potential Number Of Units Afflicted: 16270
Summary: Sabersport Is Recalling 16,270 Combination Corner And Bumper Lamp Assemblies Of Various Function Numbers Sold For Utilize As Aftermarket Equipment For Various Rider Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail To Conform To The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Cogitating Devices, And Associated Equipment." These Lamps Practice Not Contain The Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence: Decreased Lighting Visibility May Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy: Sabersport Will Notify Owners And Offer A Full Refund For The Noncompliant Combination Lamps. The Safety Recall Began On May 11, 2009. Owners May Contact Sabersport At i-909-598-7589.
Notes: This Retrieve Only Pertains To Aftermarket Replacement Equipment And Has No Relation To Any Original Equipment Installed On Vehicles Produced By The Vehicle Manufacturer. In Club To Determine If Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly Is Affected By This Noncompliance, Please Review The Listing Of Model Numbers Provided To Us By Sabersport. The Listing Tin Be Found Nether "Document Search" Located At The Lesser Of Your Screen. Owners May Too Contact The National Highway Traffic Safe Administration'due south Vehicle Safety Hotline At 1-888-327-4236 (Tty i-800-424-9153), Or Go To Http://www.safercar.gov .

Think 09e025000

Brand: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Model Yr: 2004
Manufacturer: Dope, Inc.
Mfr's Report Date: Apr 05, 2009
Nhtsa Campaign Id Number: 09e025000
Nhtsa Action Number: Northward/a
Component: Outside Lighting:headlights
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 42540
Summary: Dope, Inc. Is Recalling 42,540 Combination Corner And Bumper Lamp Assemblies Of Various Part Numbers Sold For Apply As Aftermarket Equipment For Diverse Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail To Adjust To The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These Lamps Do Non Contain The Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Result: Decreased Lighting Visibility May Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy: Dope, Inc. Will Notify Owners And Offer A Full Refund For The Noncompliant Combination Lamps. The Safety Recall Began On July 28, 2009. Owners May Contact Dope, Inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Notes: This Recall Only Pertains To Aftermarket Replacement Equipment And Has No Relation To Any Original Equipment Installed On Vehicles Produced By The Vehicle Manufacturer. In Order To Determine If Your Aftermarket Lamp Associates Is Affected Past This Noncompliance, Please Review The List Of Model Numbers Provided To Us By Dope, Inc. The Listing Can Be Found Under "Document Search" Located At The Bottom Of Your Screen. Owners May As well Contact The National Highway Traffic Rubber Administration'south Vehicle Prophylactic Hotline At 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), Or Go To Http://www.safercar.gov.

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2004 Corvette Service Bulletins

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Service Bulletins 3850

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Model Year: 2004
Manufacturer: General Motors Corp.
Service Message Number: 3850
Nhtsa Detail Number: 10019189
Component: Structure:body
Summary: H2o Leak In The Rear Compartment Surface area. *tt

Service Bulletins 3785

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Year: 2004
Manufacturer: General Motors Corp.
Service Message Number: 3785
Nhtsa Particular Number: 10018625
Component: Exterior Lighting:fog Lights
Summary: Fog Lamps Inoperative. *tt

Service Bulletins 3132

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Year: 2004
Manufacturer: General Motors Corp.
Service Bulletin Number: 3132
Nhtsa Detail Number: 10010628
Component: Suspension:rear:shock Absorber
Summary: Lower Rear Shock Attaching Commodities May Break Afterwards Torqued. *tt

Service Bulletins 3359

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Year: 2004
Manufacturer: Full general Motors Corp.
Service Bulletin Number: 3359
Nhtsa Item Number: 10013549
Component: Intermission:rear
Summary: Lower Rear Shock Attaching Bolt May Break After Torqued. *tt

Service Bulletins 3060

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Year: 2004
Manufacturer: General Motors Corp.
Service Message Number: 3060
Nhtsa Item Number: 10009370
Component: Ability Train:automatic Transmission
Summary: The Engine Does Non Stall When Performing A P1870 Diagnostic Test With The Tech 2 Browse Tool Or When Commanding The Torque Converter Clutch Enable Solenoid On Applications That Exercise Not Accept The P1870 Diagnostic Test Listed. 4l60e Or 4l65e Transmissions. *tt

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2004 Corvette Common Issues

The following list of mutual issues is intended for private reference only, and may not reflect the specific issues of every 2004 Corvette. While the intent of this folio is to identify the common issues pertaining to the 2004 Corvette, it is not an all-inclusive list and should be used for reference but.

Mechanical Bug

Leaking Battery

Many C5'southward came with AC Delco Liberty batteries that had a tendency to feel exterior nifty almost the battery posts. The leaking bombardment acid drips down the side of the bombardment, downwardly the funnel-like battery support, straight down onto the PCM and the wiring loom. Information technology can also get onto the A/C lines. In some instances, auto crippling damage can occur. Worst case scenario tin result in the need to supersede the battery, the PCM, and the wiring harness. Additionally, acid corrosion volition demand to exist removed from the frame and the frame repainted to avoid further damage as a result of prolonged exposure to natural elements. In some instances, repairs volition need to be made to the air condition lines. It may also require replacing the computer.

Engine

The needle bearings in the OEM rockers have been known to neglect. The most common indicators that the engine is experiencing this blazon of a trouble is increased valve train noise and the appearance of needle bearings on a magnetic oil pan bleed plug.

The PCV system has a trend to draw oil back into the intake at loftier RPM's. It does not seem to cause whatsoever mechanical problems, other than a slight mess within the intake manifold. A newer style PCV system can be installed, but this requires removing all the components in the top of the engine valley. This problem volition cause carbon buildup in the cylinders.

Manual Transmission

On manual transmission cars equipped with either an MN6 or M12 transmission, the transmission sounds as if it is chattering/rattling whenever the machine begins to accelerate from a complete terminate. Despite the foreign nature of the sound, It is completely normal. The sound is the bi-product of the clutch throwout bearing, which creates a ratting sound whenever it is engaged/disengaged. In some instances, the transmission will brand a similar, discernable rattling audio when the Corvette ignition is turned on/off. The source of the sound is the aforementioned. By depressing the clutch when turning the car on or off, the audio can be eliminated.

The C5 Corvette's manual manual shifter can be difficult to get into gear. During normal vehicle operation, it is worth noting that if the shifter is not fully engaged when operating 1st gear or Reverse, it will crusade the manual to literally "popular" out of gear when the clutch is let out. This is not considered the error of the car by Genera Motors, but the fault of the driver.

Fuel Pump

In all C5 Corvettes, there are two fuel tanks and two fuel pumps. The beginning fuel pump continually pumps gasoline from the passenger side tank into the commuter side tank. This pump is not known to create any blazon of audible audio. The primary fuel pump, which resides directly behind the drivers seat, creates a considerable amount of racket, particularly on early model C5 Corvettes. These sounds are normal, and are not an indicator of a failing fuel pump. Note: Chevrolet does have a bulletin out instructing Corvette owners how to better insulate against the humming sound of the fuel pump. Additionally, a newer, quieter fuel pump can also be installed.

Braking Organization

The front brakes of many C5 Corvettes have been known to drum during braking weather. This is the consequence of warped rotors. The brake rotors adult for the C5 Corvette are known to warp from excessive braking conditions. This does not betoken that the restriction rotors crave replacement. In many instances, the rotors tin can simply be turned. Still, when inspecting the restriction rotors, it is important to detect if the rotors are croaky, as a croaky rotor volition require replacement. Cracked rotors are the result of excessive hard braking and could be an indicator of how the car has been driven/maintained.

Outside Issues

Headlight Bezel Plugs

Onetime-style headlight bezel plugs, which conceal the bezel mounting hardware, have a tendency to fall off of older C5 Corvettes. To resolve this issue, General Motors released a new mode plug that features a twist-lock to prevent the plugs from falling out, merely these plugs also require a new headlight bezel. Just the newer way bezels and plugs are bachelor through General Motors and both are uniform with all years of the C5 Corvette.

Hood Rattles

During periods of cold weather, the rubber hood stops have a tendency to rub and churr against the hood. Proper aligning and lubrication of the hood stops is known to reduce/eliminate this issue.

Interior Issues

Steering Cavalcade

All C5 Corvettes, peculiarly those equipped with a manual manual, are known to have as have an effect with the steering column locking after ignition is disengaged and remaining locked later vehicle operator starts the vehicle again. In rare instances, information technology has also been reported that the steering column has locked during vehicle operation. Chevrolet dealerships are able to disable the locking machinery by replacing the current locking plate with a modified locking plate. At present, this is the only known method to resolve this issue.

Seats

The C5 Corvette seats have several known issues that can occur if improper utilize and or improper maintenance occurs. Sliding hard across the bolster (the raised/contoured sections of the sitting area on either side of the central seat pad) tin break it, causing it to flap from side to side. This area is also the most common expanse of the seats to experience leather wearable/tearing every bit a result of having the nearly abrasive contact with the occupant equally they enter/leave the vehicle.

The wire springs in the seat lesser, and the bars in the bolsters are sometimes known to wear thru the foam and leather. This situation can exist fixed by placing a layer of burlap between the springs and the foam padding.

Another common seat result often identified with many early C5 Corvettes is that both the driver and rider seats tend to rock back and forth by almost a 1/4″ during hard acceleration and braking. This consequence can be repaired, only is non currently identified as an actual issue with General Motors.

Removable Roof

Many C5 Corvette Coupes with the removable roof tend to create a off-white amount of wind noise and creaking during normal vehicle operation. While there is no known solution to completely eliminate the air current noise, the creaking can be reduced/eliminated by adding a lubricant to the weatherstriping seal around the roof. A dielectric or petroleum based grease is recommended and will doubly protect the weatherstrip by keeping it from drying out.

Fuel Gauge

In sure instances, some types of gasoline (peculiarly those with a high sulfur content) will crusade the fuel gauge to falsely read empty. In some instances, running a fuel system cleaner through the gas tank has been known to resolve this event.

2004 Corvette Maintenance Schedule

Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance

Modify engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life Organization (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the organization. The system volition show you when to change the oil – usually between 3,000 miles (5,000 km) and x,000 miles (16,000 km) since your last oil change. Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on before 3,000 miles (5,000 km). Never drive your vehicle more than than 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months without an oil and filter modify. Utilise engine oil meeting the GM Standard GM4718M.

The GM Oil Life Organisation won't notice dust in the oil. And then if yous bulldoze in a dusty area, exist certain to change your oil and filter every iii,000 miles (five,000 km) or sooner if the CHANGE OIL Soon message appears. Recall to reset the Oil Life Monitor when the oil and filter have been changed. See "GM Oil Life System" (at the bottom of this page) for more than information on resetting the system.

Scheduled Maintenance

Every 15,000 Miles (25,000 Kilometers)

Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Supervene upon filter if necessary.

Every xxx,000 Miles (l,000 Kilometers)

Replace Air Cleaner Filter

Every 45,000 Miles (75,000 Kilometers)

Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.

Every l,000 Miles (83,000 Kilometers)

Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under 1 or more than of these conditions:

• In heavy metropolis traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.
• In hilly or mountainous terrain.
• Uses such as high functioning operation.

If you do not employ your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Transmission transmission fluid doesn't require modify.

Every 60,000 Miles (100,000 Kilometers):

Supercede air cleaner filter and inspect engine accessory drive belt.

Every 75,000 Miles (125,000 Kilometers):

Audit air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Supplant filter if necessary.

Every 90,000 Miles (150,000 Kilometers):

Supervene upon Air Cleaner Filter

Every 100,000 Miles (166,000 Kilometers):

Supplant spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires.

Change automated transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven nether one or more of these weather condition:

• In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.
• In hilly or mountainous terrain.
• Uses such as loftier performance operation.

Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.

Notation: If you haven't used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, oasis't inverse your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Transmission transmission fluid doesn't require modify.

Every 150,000 Miles (240,000 Kilometers):

Drain, flush and refill the cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs kickoff). Meet "Engine Coolant" in the "1997 Corvette Fluids/Lubricants" chart (in the right margin of this page) for what to employ.

Owner Inspection & Service Items

At Each Fuel Fill

Notation: It is important for you or a service station bellboy to perform these underhood checks at each fuel make full.

Engine Oil Level Bank check: Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary.

Engine Coolant Level Check: Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL coolant mixture if necessary.

Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check: Bank check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary.

At Least Once a Month

Tire Aggrandizement Check: Make certain tires are inflated to the correct pressures.

Cassette Deck Service (if and so equipped): Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every fifty hours of record play.

Power Antenna Service: Clean power antenna mast.

At Least Twice A Year

Restraint System Check: Make sure the safety chugalug reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Wait for whatsoever other loose or damaged safety chugalug system parts. If you lot see annihilation that might keep a rubber chugalug arrangement from doing its chore, have it repaired. Have whatsoever torn or frayed prophylactic belts replaced. Likewise look for whatever opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does non need regular maintenance.)

Wiper Blade Check: Inspect wiper blades for wear or keen. Supersede blade inserts that announced worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield.

Weatherstrip Lubrication: Silicone grease on weatherstrips volition brand them last longer, seal meliorate, and not stick or squeak. Employ silicone grease with a make clean cloth. During very cold, damp conditions more frequent application may be required. (See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the right margin of this page).

Manual Transmission Check (if so equipped):  Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. (See "Transmission Manual Fluid" in the right margin of this page). Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed.

Automated Transmission Visual Inspection: It is non necessary to bank check the manual fluid level during a visual inspection of the actual transmission. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Check for leaks. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your Chevrolet dealership service department and have information technology repaired as presently equally possible.

At Least Once A Year

Key Lock Cylinder Service: Lubricate the key lock cylinders.

Body Lubrication Service: Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, console door and any folding seat hardware. More than frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

Starter Switch Cheque:  Caution: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could motion suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Earlier you start, be certain you take enough room effectually the vehicle. Firmly apply the parking brake and the regular brake.

On automatic transmission vehicles, attempt to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) orNEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.

On manual manual vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (Northward), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work just when the clutch is pushed downwards all the fashion to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn't pushed all the style down, your vehicle needs service.

Automatic Manual Shift Lock Command Organisation Check: CAUTION: When y'all are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Earlier you start, exist certain y'all have plenty room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Firmly apply the parking restriction. (NOTE: Be prepared to employ the parking brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.)

With the engine off, turn the primal to the ON position, but don't get-go the engine. Without applying the regular brake, attempt to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal attempt. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service.

Ignition Automatic Transmission Lock Check: While parked, and with the parking restriction set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).

On all vehicles, the key should come out merely in OFF. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Cheque: Circumspection: When you are doing this cheque, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front end of your vehicle in instance it begins to curl. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

Park on a fairly steep loma, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your human foot on the regular brake, gear up the parking restriction.

To check the parking brake'due south holding ability: With the engine running and manual in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure level from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.

To check the PARK (P) mechanism's belongings ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed past the regular brake

Underbody Flushing Service: At least every spring, use manifestly water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take intendance to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other droppings tin collect.

Dealership Inspection & Service Items

At To the lowest degree Twice A Yr

Steering and Suspension Inspection: Inspect the front end and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Audit the ability steering lines and hoses for proper hook-upwards, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.

Tire and Wheel Inspection: Inspect the tires for uneven wearable or impairment. If there is irregular or premature wear, check the cycle alignment. Inspect for damaged wheels.

Exhaust System Inspection: Inspect the complete frazzle system. Inspect the body near the frazzle system. Expect for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts every bit well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle.

Engine Cooling Organisation Inspection: Inspect the hoses and take them replaced if they are cracked, bloated or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper functioning, a pressure test of the cooling system and force per unit area cap is recommended at least in one case a twelvemonth.

Rear Axle Service: Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Cheque the axle and repair it if needed.

Brake Arrangement Inspection: Inspect the complete system. Inspect restriction lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc restriction pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other restriction parts, including calipers, parking restriction, etc. Yous may need to have your brakes inspected more frequently if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

GM Oil Life Organization

Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil. This is not based on mileage, but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature. When the figurer has calculated that the oil needs irresolute, the GM Oil Life Arrangement volition indicate that a alter is necessary. The mileage between oil changes volition vary depending on how you drive your vehicle — usually betwixt three,000 miles (5 000 km) and 10,000 miles (16 000 km) since your last oil and filter change. Under severe conditions, the system may come on earlier iii,000 miles (5 000 km). Never bulldoze your vehicle more than 10,000 miles (16 000 km) or 12 months (whichever occurs beginning) without an oil alter. Use engine oil meeting the GM Standard GM4718M.

The system won't find grit in the oil. So, if y'all drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the Alter OIL Presently message appears. Remember to reset the arrangement whenever the oil is inverse.

How to Reset the Alter Oil Soon Bulletin

To reset the CHANGE OIL SOON message later on an oil change, do the following:
1. Plough the ignition to ON and with the engine off.
2. Press the TRIP push button then the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed.
3. Press RESET and agree for ii seconds. OIL LIFE REMAIN 100% will appear.

2004 Corvette Owners User Transmission

You lot can download for gratis this exclusive 2004 Corvette User Manual for more information about the auto.

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Source Cloth:

1. The Pocket Book of the Corvette: The Definitive Guide to the All American Sports Automobile – Copyright 2003, Barnes & Noble
2. CORVETTE: Sports Car Superstar – Copyright 2005, PIL – Publications International, Ltd.
3. Corvette Black Book – Copyright 2009, Michael Bruce Associates, Inc.
4. The Consummate Book of Corvette, Every Model Since 1953 – Copyright 2005, Mike Mueller – MBI Publishing

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