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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Arming -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

Reverse disarming procedures to arm the Supplemental Restraint System, noting the following:

  • Ensure all disconnected SRS electrical connectors are securely connected and routed.
  • Install all removed fuses in proper locations.
  • From a safe position at sides of or below air bag module, Turn ignition switch to ON position and observe Air Bag or SRS warning lamp.
  • On all models except Prizm and 1990 Corvette, warning lamp should flash seven to nine times, then go off.
  • On Prizm models, warning lamp should light for six seconds,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

  • After disassembling power brake unit, soak metal components in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on components containing rubber. After components have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be washed again in clean alcohol before assembly.
  • Use compressed air to blow dirt and cleaning fluid from ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Shift transmission into PARK (A/T) or NEUTRAL (M/T) and apply parking brake.
  • Raise and suitably support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Insert a drift or punch into brake rotor cooling fins and against brake caliper to prevent wheel hub and bearing from turning.
  • Remove spindle nut retaining rear wheel drive shaft to hub.
  • Release parking brake.
  • Remove rear transverse spring. Do not loosen outer tie rod jam nut.
  • Separate outer tie rod end from knuckle and reposition tie rod toward rear of vehicle.
  • Disconnect wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  • Disconnect parking brake ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Tests

Refer to Figs. and for diagnostic test procedures.

Intermittent & Poor Connections

Intermittents

Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:

  • Wiring broken inside insulation.
  • Poor connection between male and female terminal at connector.
  • Poor terminal to wire connection. Some conditions which fall under this are:
    • Poor crimps.
    • Poor solder joints.
    • Crimping over wire insulat...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect regulator electrical connector and battery to alternator B+ terminal.
  • Release accessory drive belt tensioner.
  • Remove accessory drive belt from alternator pulley.
  • Remov...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 1997-2004 Corvette -> Relearn -> Reset
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

Reset

If the system detects a tire pressure above 42 psi., the HIGH TIRE PRESSURE message will be displayed on the DIC. If the system detects a tire pressure between 5 and 25 psi., LOW TIRE PRESSURE will be displayed. If a tire pressure below 5 psi. is detected, FLAT TIRE will be displayed followed by two chime sounds and the message MAX. SPEED 55 mph and REDUCED HANDLING. After servicing or inflating tire to recommended pressure, press DIC RESET button to clear DIC warning messages.

Relearn

  • Place the ignition in the on position.
  • Press the reset button to clear any IPC warning me...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Upp...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Loosen accessory drive belt tensioners No. 3 and 10 in to reduce tension on accessory drive belts.
  • Remove accessory drive belts.
  • Clean accessory drive belt sur...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Steering Column Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GASSteering Column Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Steering Wheel Position Sensor
  • Automatic Transmission Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GASAutomatic Transmission Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • 1-2 Shift Solenoid Valve
  • Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation Solenoid Valve
  • 3-2 Shift Solenoid Valve Assembly
  • Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve
  • 2-3 Shift Solenoid Valve
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Speedometer
  • Tachometer
  • Voltmeter
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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