/corvette-c5

Keep track of issues pertaining to maintenance, repair, and/or upgrade of 1999 C5 Corvette

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Work done including maintenance

July 22, 2022 Odometer: 97846 - Oil Change - Oil Filter Change CAGS skip shift removal - before installing make sure to remove the battery New Rear lowering bolts Front lower bolts are stock and lowered as much as it can turn - could remove padding if want to go lower Replaced all stock end links that are plastic with moog links Replaced rear sway bar bushing Installed rear view mirror cameras.

Must upgrade

Multiple Error Code Issue

Symptoms:

* Car showing multiple error codes from shocks to tires
* Car radio and AC panel does not light up
* BCM error codes

Fix:

* Replace ignition switch assemply:
* Part from Amazon: https://amzn.com/B0013FU614
   * GM Genuine Parts D1499C Ignition Switch
* YouTube videos:
   * Remove key cylinder: https://youtu.be/Wjas0jjaHQs
   * Remove plastic inerior facade: https://youtu.be/B5njXCwzWYo
   * Remove ignition switch bezel: just pull straight out, no angle
      * https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-general/3068850-removal-68-ignition-switch.html
   * Detailed forum:
      * https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c5-tech/1951626-c5-ignition-switch-repair.html?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=button&utm_campaign=share&utm_content=top

Result:

Able to start engine without any error messages. AC and radio controls now light up

Left Headlamp was raised

Symptoms:

 * left headlamp was raised and when you turn off light, the headlight turns off, but there is still a bit of the headlight showing

Fix:

 * turn the manual motorl knob enough to lower the headlight

Result:

 * headlamp fully goes down

Torque Specs

January 20, 2023 - 98xxx miles - replaced oil pressure sensor by cutting hole to reach sensor
Oil pressure sensor -15 ft-lb

Issues

* Smoke coming out of rear driver side manifold.  It could be the engine cleaner burning off because temperature appears to be stable
* Noticed a vaccuum connection corroded and came apart, what is the name of the part to replace?

C6

  • need to change ATF: https://youtu.be/Vk7nIrNb4zU
  • need to do an engine compression test
  • can do a spark test to make sure all cylinders are firing

Issues