1997-2004 Chevrolet Corvette Specifications
Look up Chevrolet Corvette specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 5.7L 8-Cylinder
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain plug torque: 18 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 6.5 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 5.7L 8-Cylinder: 0.040”
Coolant
- Type: 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL ® Coolant.
Hydraulic Brake System
- Type: Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid
Windshield Washer Solvent
- Type: GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent.
Hydraulic Clutch System
- Type: Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345347, in Canada 10953517) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Power Steering System
- Type: GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No.U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186).
Manual Transmission
- Type: DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission
- Type: DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid
Key Lock Cylinders
- Type: Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241 in Canada 10953474).
Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential)
- Type: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Specification 9986115. With a complete drain and refill, add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. U.S. 1052358, in Canada 992694) where required.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl
- Type: Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and Door Hinges
- Type: Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip Conditioning
- Type: Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887).
Powertrain
Engine
- 5.7 L LS1 V8
- 5.7 L LS6 V8 (Z06: 2001–04)
Transmission
- 6-speed manual T-56
- 4-speed automatic 4L60E
Fuel Consumption
Safety Ratings
