Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts and experienced mechanics alike, offering cost savings on repairs and maintenance.
Value Proposition:
Provides unparalleled detail and coverage, equivalent to or exceeding factory service information, at a fraction of the cost of traditional paper manuals or dealership service.
Manual Attributes:
Instant download, searchable, bookmarked, comprehensive coverage across all models and engines for the specified years, detailed illustrations, diagrams, and schematics.
Engine Mechanical:
Engine overhaul and rebuilding, timing belt replacement, engine performance tuning, firing orders, serpentine belt routings.
Engine Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, computer diagnostic codes, troubleshooting and diagnostics.
Drivetrain:
Transmission removal and installation, transmission in-car servicing, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures.
Brakes:
Brake servicing procedures, front end and alignment procedures and specifications, complete torque specifications for brake systems.
Suspension Steering:
Suspension system overhauls, front end alignment procedures and specifications, steering system diagnostics.
Comfort Convenience:
Sunroof service and repair, air conditioning service and capacities.
Body Chassis:
Body repair procedures (implied by 'refurbish or restore'), vacuum diagrams.
Fuel System Diagnostics:
Includes fuel pressure testing, injector diagnostics, fuel pump testing, and emissions control system service.
Exhaust System:
Details on exhaust manifold removal/installation, catalytic converter replacement, and muffler service.
Cooling System Service:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core service and replacement procedures, cooling fan operation and diagnostics.
Steering System:
Power steering pump and rack diagnostics, steering column service, and steering wheel removal/installation.
Interior Trim Removal:
Procedures for removing and reinstalling interior panels, seats, and dashboard components for access to other systems.
Exterior Body Panels:
Information on body panel alignment, door, hood, and trunk lid adjustments, and potentially some collision repair basics.
Maintenance:
Factory maintenance schedules and charts, routine service procedures, fluid capacities.
Diagnostics:
Trouble codes, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, general diagnostics.
Repair:
Every single detail on repair, rebuild, refurbish, and restore procedures, step-by-step instructions, complete disassembly based procedures.
Wheel Alignment Specs:
Detailed front and rear wheel alignment specifications, including camber, caster, and toe angles for various conditions.
Torque Specifications:
Complete torque specifications for virtually every fastener across all systems, crucial for proper assembly and safety.
Depth:
Comprehensive; covers everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including advanced diagnostics and electrical schematics.
Wiring Diagrams Detail:
Highly detailed, often color-coded wiring diagrams for all electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, engine controls, and accessories.
Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac, Linux OS, iPhone, iPad, Android etc.
Features:
Bookmarked, searchable, zoomable, printable. High quality, complete and intact, no missing/corrupt pages/sections.
Format Type:
Digital Download (PDF)
Storage Medium:
Can be saved to hard-drive or burned to CD-ROM.
Ls1 V8 5.7L:
Standard engine for most C5 Corvettes. Features include aluminum block and heads, sequential fuel injection, and a robust design suitable for performance driving.
Ls1 Horsepower Torque:
Approx. 345-350 hp and 350 lb-ft torque for early models, increasing slightly in later years. Specific ratings vary by year and specific model (e.g., Z06).
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Port Fuel Injection (SFI) with a high-pressure fuel pump and injectors.
Coolant Type:
Typically Dex-Cool (GM 1825M/1890M) extended life coolant, 50/50 mix with distilled water. Capacity approx. 10.5 quarts.
Oil Type Capacity:
Typically SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil. Capacity approx. 5.5-7 quarts depending on dry-sump vs. wet-sump configuration (Z06 often dry-sump).
Spark Plugs:
Specifications for plug type (e.g., AC Delco) and gap will be detailed in the manual. Typically requires specific torque for installation.
Audio System:
Factory head units with CD players and premium Bose audio systems were common. Manual covers radio diagnostics and speaker replacement.
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation systems were available on some models, covered within the electrical system sections.
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control system diagnostics and repair.
Keyless Entry Remote:
Procedures for key fob battery replacement, reprogramming, and remote system diagnostics are included.
Oil Change:
Typical recommendation: every 3,000-7,500 miles or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type. Manual specifies exact intervals and oil life monitoring system details.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Automatic: typically 50,000-100,000 miles. Manual: less frequent, consult manual. Coolant: Dex-Cool service interval typically 5 years or 100,000 miles.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid, depending on specific system requirements. Capacity approx. 1 quart.
Power Steering Fluid:
Specific GM power steering fluid or Dexron-III/VI compatible fluid. Capacity approx. 1-1.5 quarts.
Common C5 Concerns:
This manual would detail common issues such as: clutch wear, rear axle seal leaks, power steering hose leaks, windshield wiper control module failures, and minor interior trim rattles. Specific diagnostic procedures for these are covered.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System:
TPMS sensor replacement and calibration procedures are covered, along with common fault codes.
Chevrolet Legacy:
Chevrolet has a long-standing heritage in performance vehicles, with the Corvette being its flagship sports car since 1953.
C5 Introduction:
The C5 generation, introduced for the 1997 model year, marked a significant redesign with a hydroformed-steel frame, transaxle layout, and improved aerodynamics over the C4.
Manufacturing Location:
Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA
Key Milestones:
Introduction of Z06 performance model (2001), power increases, and styling refinements throughout the generation.
