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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CORVETTE BASE, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSCOMMON SPECS & PROCEDURESSPECIFICATIONS INDEX
2001 Chevrolet Corvette Base, 2D Convertible, Standard
Specifications Index
2001 Chevrolet Corvette Base, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Specifications Index
CORVETTE SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning - Automatic System | ||
| Service | SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Air Conditioning - Manual System | ||
| Service | SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Battery | BATTERY TESTING & INSPECTION | |
| Brakes | ||
| Bleeding Sequence | RR, LR, RF, LF see also BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM | |
| Disc Brakes | DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Drum Brakes | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Charging | ||
| Generator | GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Drive Belts | ||
| Adjustment | BELT ADJUSTMENT | |
| Belt Routing | See appropriate illustration under SERPENTINE BELT ROUTING & ALIGNMENT | |
| Engine Cooling | ||
| General Service Specifications | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 15 psi or specification stamped on cap. | |
| Thermostat R & I | NA | |
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP | |
| Engine Mechanical | ||
| Compression | Lowest compression reading should not be less than 70 percent of highest compression reading. No cylinder compression reading should be less than 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm2 ). | |
| Oil Pressure | With engine at normal operating temperature, oil pressure should be at least 6 psi (0.4 kg/cm2 ) at 1000 RPM, 18 psi (1.3 kg/cm2 ) at 2000 RPM and 24 psi (1.7 kg/cm2 ) at 4000 RPM. | |
| Overhaul | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button. | |
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | ||
| Step 1 | 15 Ft. Lbs. (20 N.m) | |
| Step 2 | 37 Ft. Lbs. (50 N.m) | |
| Step 3 | 74 Ft. Lbs. (100 N.m) | |
| Fuel System | ||
| Pressure Specification | 55-62 psi (3.9-4.4 kg/cm2
) Ignition ON, Engine OFF |
|
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST (EXCEPT AURORA & SATURN) | |
| Ignition | ||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | See FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | |
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE | |
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | NA | |
| Spark Plug | ||
| Type | AC 41-952 | |
| Gap | Iridium .040 in. (1.04 mm) Platinum .060 in. (1.52 mm) |
|
| Torque | Tighten to 15 ft. lbs. (20 N.m) when using NEW cylinder head. Tighten to 11 ft. lbs. (15 N.m) for all subsequent installations | |
| Starting | ||
| Starter | SYSTEM TESTS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel Alignment | ||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel & Tire | ||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 100 Ft. Lbs. (136 N.m) | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.