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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013CORVETTE BASE, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARD TRANS, TRANS MFR CD 6L85M/MM6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEPROCEDURESMAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATIONSPECIFICATIONSFLUID AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS
2013 Chevrolet Corvette Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD 6L85M/MM6
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
2013 Chevrolet Corvette Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD 6L85M/MM6SECTION Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
| Usage | Fluid/Lubricant |
|---|---|
| Engine Oil | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos™ specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos™ certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos™ certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. Mobile 1 SAE 5W-30 GM P/N 12345885 (Canadian P/N 10953468) is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils. |
| Engine Coolant | 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant GM P/N 12346290 (Canadian P/N 10953464). |
| ZR1 Only - Intercooler System | 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant GM P/N 12346290 (Canadian P/N 10953464). |
| Hydraulic Brake System | DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM P/N 88862806 (Canadian P/N 88863462) |
| Windshield Washer | Optikleen® Washer Solvent |
| Hydraulic Clutch System | Use Only DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM P/N 88958860 (Canadian P/N 88901244) |
| Power Steering System | GM Power Steering Fluid GM P/N 89021184 (Canadian P/N 89021186) |
| Chassis Lubrication - Rear Toe-Link Outer Ends with ZO6, ZR1, or Z51 Option | Chassis Lubricant GM P/N 12377985 (Canadian P/N 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB |
| Manual Transmission | Manual Transmission Fluid GM P/N 88861800 (Canadian P/N 88861801) |
| Key Lock Cylinders | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube GM P/N 12346241 (Canadian P/N 10953474) |
| Rear Axle - Limited-Slip Differential | DEXRON® LS Gear Oil |
| Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl | Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM P/N 89021668 (Canadian P/N 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB |
| Hood and Door Hinges | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube GM P/N 12346241 (Canadian P/N 10953474) |
| Weatherstrip Conditioning | Weatherstrip Lubricant GM P/N 3634770 (Canadian P/N 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM P/N 12345579 (Canadian P/N 10953481) |
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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.