storage question
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Racer
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storage question
I have a great garage to store my new 08 vert in
Should I remove the battery or not?
I removed the battery in my 03 and had no issues in the spring, but this car has alot more electronic items on it.
Should I remove the battery or not?
I removed the battery in my 03 and had no issues in the spring, but this car has alot more electronic items on it.
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From: Loveland CO to Central Coast CA
Instead of removing the battery, just disconnect the negative terminal as suggested on pg 5-49 ("Vehicle Storage") in the online owner's manual:
http://www.gmpartshouse.com/download...09corvette.pdf
Of course, the alarm system will not work with the battery disconnected.
And absolutely make sure your metal key will open the hatch/trunk... to access the pull-tab that manually opens the driver's door, so you can open hood.
Yes, you can leave the hood unlatched. But you'll still want to test the key, in case a well-meaning visitor closes the hood.
I covered the keyhole with painter's tape to keep it from getting jammed with road dust/oil/moisture.
http://www.gmpartshouse.com/download...09corvette.pdf
Of course, the alarm system will not work with the battery disconnected.
And absolutely make sure your metal key will open the hatch/trunk... to access the pull-tab that manually opens the driver's door, so you can open hood.
Yes, you can leave the hood unlatched. But you'll still want to test the key, in case a well-meaning visitor closes the hood.
I covered the keyhole with painter's tape to keep it from getting jammed with road dust/oil/moisture.
