Vortech 1997-2004 C5 Corvette - Manual (Page 5)

P/N: 4GR020-010 v1.7, 2009-11-25
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Before beginning this installation, please read through this entire instruction booklet and the Street
Supercharger System Owner’s Manual and Automotive Limited Warranties Program.
Vortech supercharger systems are performance improving devices. In most cases, increases in torque of 20% to
35% and horsepower of 35% to 50% can be expected with the boost levels specified by Vortech Engineering,
LLC. This product is intended for use on healthy, well maintained engines. Installation on a worn-out or damaged
engine is not recommended and may result in failure of the engine as well as the supercharger. Vortech
Engineering, LLC is not responsible for engine damage.
Installation on new vehicles will not harm or adversely affect the break-in period so long as factory break-in pro-
cedures are followed.
For best performance and continued durability, please take note of the following key points:
1. Use only premium grade fuel 91 octane or higher (R+M/2).
2. The engine must have stock compression ratio.
3. If the engine has been modified in any way, check with Vortech prior to using this product.
4. Always listen for any sign of detonation (pinging) and discontinue hard use (no boost) until problem is
resolved.
5. Perform an oil and filter change upon completion of this installation and prior to test driving your vehicle.
Thereafter, always use a high quality synthetic lubricant, and change the oil and filter at least every 3,000
miles. Never attempt to extend the oil change interval beyond 3,000 miles, regardless of oil manufactur-
er’s claims, as potential damage to the supercharger may result.
6. Before beginning installation, replace all spark plugs that are older than 1 year or 20,000 miles with orig-
inal heat range plugs as specified by the manufacturer (follow the procedures outlined in the factory
repair manual and/or as indicated on the factory underhood emissions tag). Do not use platinum spark
plugs unless they are original equipment. Change spark plugs every 40,000 miles and spark plug wires
at least every 60,000 miles.
TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
• Factory repair manual
• 3/8" socket and drive set: SAE & metric
• Flat #2 screwdriver
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench
• Combination wrenches: SAE and metric
• 16mm thin combination wrench
• 1/8", 1/4", 5/16", 11/16" drill bits
• 1/4", 3/16" allen wrenches
• 1 gallon factory specified engine coolant
• 1.25" hole saw
• 1 quart factory specified power steering fluid
• Power steering pulley puller and installer
• Thread sealer
• Hose cutter or knife
• Blue threadlocker
• Spark plug socket
• 8 - new OE heat range spark plugs
CHEVROLET CORVETTE
Installation Instructions
Congratulations on selecting the best performing and best supported automotive
supercharger available today... the VORTECH® Supercharger!
• 6 quarts factory specified motor
oil/oil filter
• Spring-lock fitting disconnect tool
• 3/8” drill motor
• Wire cutter/crimp tool
• Torque wrench
• 3/8 NPT taps
• Stepless clamp pliers
• Flare nut, 13mm crows foot 3/8" drive
• Fuel pressure gauge
GM TOOLS
• J 42386 flywheel holding tool
• J 36660 torque angle meter
• Factory service manual
1997-2004