2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7)

C7 / 2-door coupe / convertible / Global (primarily North America, also Europe, Australia, Middle East)

LT1Exakter Jahres-/Varianten-DatensatzSilver

Engine identity

Engine code

LT1

Engine summary

6.2L naturally aspirated V8, direct injection, active fuel management and variable valve timing

Displacement

6162 cc

Power

455 hp @ 6,000 rpm (base coupe), 460 hp with performance exhaust

Torque

460 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm

Fuel system

Gasoline direct injection (GDI)

Timing drive

Single overhead camshaft, chain-driven

OBD-Port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Öltyp

SAE 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting GM Dexos1 Gen 2

Ölmenge

6.5 US quarts (including filter) service-fill

Kühlmittel

Approximately 16.5 liters (4.36 US gallons)

Flüssigkeit

GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid (for automatic); manual uses GM approved synthetic gear oil

Differential fluid

Fill approx 1.1 US quart of synthetic gear oil, spec GM 12346080 or equivalent

Bremsflüssigkeit

DOT 4 brake fluid, flush interval ~2 years recommended

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

7-speed Tremec TR-6070 manual

Automatic transmission

8-speed Hydra-Matic 8L90 automatic

Spark plugs

NGK or equivalent iridium plugs, gap approx 0.040 in (1.0 mm)

Service interval

Oil change every 7500 miles or 12 months; spark plugs ~100,000 miles

Reifengrößen

Front 245/35ZR19, Rear 285/30ZR20

Radmoment

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Common and chronic problems

Fuel injector issues with direct injection deposits
Valve spring failures on high mileage examples

First checks

Check for knocking or pinging notes related to direct injection
Inspect coil packs as ignition components sometimes fail

Vor dem Teiletausch

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

2016 is the final C7 model year before 2017 update to Z06 and later C8 generation
Power and features might slightly vary in export markets due to local emissions and fueling regulations

Häufige Codes

Source and verification notes

General Motors 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7 technical service manuals and owner's info
Car and Driver 2016 Corvette LT1 engine technical review and dyno results

Kompatible Werkzeuge

Verify by VIN and market

Häufige Fragen

What engine code does the 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) use? 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) is listed here with engine code LT1; engine summary: 6.2L naturally aspirated V8, direct injection, active fuel management and variable valve timing.
What oil and capacity does the 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) use? 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) is listed with SAE 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting GM Dexos1 Gen 2 and oil capacity 6.5 US quarts (including filter) service-fill. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) problems? Highlighted checks for 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7): Fuel injector issues with direct injection deposits, Valve spring failures on high mileage examples.

Engine identity

Engine code

LT1

Engine summary

6.2L naturally aspirated V8, direct injection, active fuel management and variable valve timing

Displacement

6162 cc

Power

455 hp @ 6,000 rpm (base coupe), 460 hp with performance exhaust

Torque

460 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm

Fuel system

Gasoline direct injection (GDI)

Timing drive

Single overhead camshaft, chain-driven

OBD-Port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Öltyp

SAE 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting GM Dexos1 Gen 2

Ölmenge

6.5 US quarts (including filter) service-fill

Kühlmittel

Approximately 16.5 liters (4.36 US gallons)

Flüssigkeit

GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid (for automatic); manual uses GM approved synthetic gear oil

Differential fluid

Fill approx 1.1 US quart of synthetic gear oil, spec GM 12346080 or equivalent

Bremsflüssigkeit

DOT 4 brake fluid, flush interval ~2 years recommended

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

7-speed Tremec TR-6070 manual

Automatic transmission

8-speed Hydra-Matic 8L90 automatic

Spark plugs

NGK or equivalent iridium plugs, gap approx 0.040 in (1.0 mm)

Service interval

Oil change every 7500 miles or 12 months; spark plugs ~100,000 miles

Reifengrößen

Front 245/35ZR19, Rear 285/30ZR20

Radmoment

Verify by VIN and market

Häufige Fragen

What engine code does the 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) use? 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) is listed here with engine code LT1; engine summary: 6.2L naturally aspirated V8, direct injection, active fuel management and variable valve timing.

What oil and capacity does the 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) use? 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) is listed with SAE 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting GM Dexos1 Gen 2 and oil capacity 6.5 US quarts (including filter) service-fill. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7) problems? Highlighted checks for 2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7): Fuel injector issues with direct injection deposits, Valve spring failures on high mileage examples.

2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Vor dem Teiletausch

Important notes

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2016 CHEVROLET Corvette LT1 (C7)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Vor dem Teiletausch

Important notes