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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Disarming -> 1990 -> 1990-93 -> 1990-95 -> 1990-97 -> 1991 -> 1991-93 -> 1991-94 -> 1991-95 -> 1992-93 -> 1992-99 -> 1993-2002 -> 1993-94 -> 1993-98 -> 1994 -> 1994-2002 -> 1994-95 -> 1994-96 -> 1994-98 -> 1995-2002 -> 1995-96 -> 1995-97 -> 1995-98 -> 1995-99 -> 1996 -> 1996-2001 -> 1996-97 -> 1997 -> 1997-2002 -> 1997-98 -> 1997-99 -> 1998-2000 -> 1998-2002 -> 1998-99 -> 1999 -> 1999-2000 -> 1999-2001 -> 1999-2002 -> 2000-02 -> 2001-02 -> 2002 -> 2003 -> 2003-04 -> 2003-04 Except Malibu Maxx -> Achieva & Skylark -> Alero -> Astro & Safari -> Aurora -> Avalanche -> Aveo -> Aztek & Rendezvous -> Beretta & Corsica -> Blazer, Jimmy, Sonoma & S-10 -> Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Ninety-Eight & Regency -> Bravada, Envoy, Rainier, SSR & TrailBlazer -> C/K Series -> Camaro & Firebird -> Canyon & Colorado -> Caprice, Custom Cruiser & Roadmaster -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century -> Corvette -> Coupe -> CTS -> Cutlass -> Cutlass Ciera & Cruiser -> Cutlass Supreme -> DeVille -> Eldorado -> Escalade -> Express, G Series & Savana -> Fleetwood -> Grand Am -> Grand Prix & Intrigue -> Impala -> ION -> L-Series -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Lumina -> Lumina APV, Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture -> Malibu -> Malibu Maxx -> Metro -> Monte Carlo -> Park Avenue -> Passenger Cars -> Prizm -> Reatta, Toronado & Trofeo -> Regal -> Riviera -> S-Series -> Sedan -> Seville -> Sierra & Silverado -> SRX -> Storm -> Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon & Yukon XL -> Tracker -> Vibe -> VUE -> XLR -> Zone 1 -> Zone 10 -> Zone 12 -> Zone 2 -> Zone 3 -> Zone 4 -> Zone 5 -> Zone 6 -> Zone 7 -> Zone 8 -> Zone 9 -> Zones 1 & 7 -> Zones 2 & 6 -> Zones 5 & 9 -> Zones 7 & 9
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aurora, Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Park Avenue, Regency & Riviera -> Corvette -> Disassemble -> Except Aurora, Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Park Avenue, Regency & Riviera -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul
Except Aurora, Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Park Avenue, Regency & Riviera
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle as follows:
    • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
    • Remove two master cylinder attaching nuts, then the master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm.
  • Remove fluid level switch, if equipped.
  • On models with compact master cylinder, remove proportioner valve assembly, Fig. .
  • On all models, depress pri...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 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: 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

  • With transmission in neutral and parking brake released, raise and support vehicle, then remove underbody braces, as required.
  • Remove exhaust system as follows:
    • Disconnect AIR pipe from catalytic converter and exhaust pipe.
    • Disconnect electrical connector to oxygen sensor.
    • Remove bolts securing muffler to hangers, disconnect exhaust pipes from manifolds and remove exhaust system as an assembly.
  • Support transmission, remove support beam retaining bolts and support beam.
  • Mark position o...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

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 be...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect regulator electrical connector and battery to alternator terminal from back of alternator.
  • Release accessory drive belt tensioner.
  • Remove accessory drive belt from altern...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the air b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Drain coolant from radiator.
  • Remove upper radiator support, Fig. .
  • Disconnect radiator inlet and outlet hoses at radiator.
  • On models equipped with automatic transmission,disconnect transmission oil cooler lines at radiator.
  • ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Exhaust System Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette  5.7 V8 GASExhaust System Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Right Hand Rear Heated Oxygen Sensor
  • Lower LH Rear Of Engine Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette  5.7 V8 GASLower LH Rear Of Engine Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor
  • Ground G-105
  • Left Hand Front Heated Oxygen Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Chevrolet Corvette  5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Electrical Symbol Identification
  • 1998 Chevrolet Corvette  5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Washer Solvent Level Switch
  • Horn
  • Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
  • Windshield Washer Pump Motor
  • A/C Compressor Clutch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1998 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: 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 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 1998 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 1998 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 1998 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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