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Dec 23, 2011 | 05:50 PM

#21

ALLEGRO

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From: Memphis Tennessee

Previously posted, but still really great info

Dec 23, 2011 | 06:17 PM

#22

VETJAZZ

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From: Marana, Arizona

Quote:

Originally Posted by fendermender

I've seen a list like this before but missing is that there is a tiny light that shines down on the shifter **** so you can find it in the dark. Mines a 6spd and I noticed it before reading about it.

I've had a bunch but this is the koolest car I've ever owned!

Dec 24, 2011 | 10:20 AM

#23

RetiredSFC 97

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From: Somewhere in Mo

St. Jude Donor '09-'10, '14

Quote:

Originally Posted by scott1094

Vettman17
According to the 2002 owners manual your wheel lock key should fit in a "small depression" in the trunk rail directly under the left rear compartment cover. This is found on page 6-52. On my 2000 coupe it is there but it is easy to miss. Take the left storage compartment cover off and look at the right side near the back of the compartment. It is nothing more than a dip in the sidewall between the middle and left compartments. When the left cover is replaced it holds the key in place. Go to my photo albums and see the three wheel lock storage photos
Scott

well this answers that. I wondered why they didn't put a cover on the left and right storage compartments. Mine must be missing.

Dec 24, 2011 | 10:57 AM

#24

fendermender

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From: Pittsburgh PA

I'm going out to look right now. I couldn't find a key and a friend said the locks must be aftermarket. So, I got them off by driving an impact socket on them. If the key ends up being in the trunk, I'm going to feel real "senior" too!!

Dec 24, 2011 | 11:25 AM

#25

Silverback51

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From: Prescott Arizona

I ordered a new key for my wheel locks, and then seen a thread about the storage compartment. Oh well, now I have a spare.

Dec 24, 2011 | 11:57 AM

#26

fendermender

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From: Pittsburgh PA

Found the spot but it isn't there.

Dec 24, 2011 | 12:11 PM

#27

2KFRC5

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From: Arroyo Grande CA

The HUD speedometer in US indicates over 200.

Dec 24, 2011 | 08:30 PM

#28

Z16 Zipper

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From: Colstrip Montana

I have looked but still can't find a shift light for the manual trans. Not that is a big deal but sure got me a hunting for it. This is a nice reminder list, these c5's have a lot of hidden talent.

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Dec 24, 2011 | 08:42 PM

#29

saxtonfwd

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From: Sneads Ferry NC

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2KFRC5

The HUD speedometer in US indicates over 200.

with it being digital, how would we ever see that...

Dec 24, 2011 | 08:42 PM

#30

PaysoProductions

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Quote:

Originally Posted by BigTattooMan

I've gotten my A4 to light up the shift light

How do I activate the shift light? I have a 99 FRC 6 speed

Last edited by PaysoProductions; Dec 24, 2011 at 08:46 PM.

Dec 24, 2011 | 09:16 PM

#31

2KFRC5

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From: Arroyo Grande CA

Quote:

Originally Posted by saxtonfwd

with it being digital, how would we ever see that...

Dec 25, 2011 | 11:29 AM

#32

mre1974

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From: Ocala FL

Quote:

Originally Posted by PaysoProductions

How do I activate the shift light? I have a 99 FRC 6 speed

I wanna know this too.

Dec 25, 2011 | 01:25 PM

#33

2KFRC5

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From: Arroyo Grande CA

I believe it comes on at 5800 RPM.

Dec 28, 2011 | 06:39 PM

#34

PaysoProductions

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 2KFRC5

I believe it comes on at 5800 RPM.

Not for me

Jan 10, 2012 | 07:21 PM

#35

skydver

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From: Myrtle Beach South Carolina

Quote:

Originally Posted by AU N EGL

The best C5 Secret is it s a damn fine sports car. One of the best ever built.

wrong !

if you own a C5 its not a secret

...
nothing drives like a vette

Jan 15, 2012 | 01:20 PM

#36

David Shiel

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From: Summerville South Carolina

How do I leave headlights up w/o parking lights

staying on?
Just me , I guess, but I love the look of the headlights up all the time. Reminds me of the beautiful white on black '71 350/350 I should have never sold on which I could override the lights. Us old guys get weird.