Convertible · 5.7L L98 V8
1990 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible — 6-speed manual
The 1990 Corvette paired the 5.7L L98 V8 with the 6-speed manual in convertible form.
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Factory configuration
What this model is
- Trim
- Corvette
- Body style
- Convertible
- Engine
- 5.7L L98 V8
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
Configuration-specific ownership
Maintenance for this exact configuration
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Service desk
What this car needs & when
Use this as a service-planning checklist for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible — 6-speed manual. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.
- Service topics
- 5
- Factory intervals
- 4
- Fitment-scoped
- 5
- Exact references
- 1
Before orderingIdentify your engine, options and build date.Part numbers and sizes can change within one model year. Shopping links appear only for catalog-backed references; still verify the listing against your vehicle before ordering.
Steering and suspension — lubricate
Sourced interval available
Source: Chevrolet — 1990 Corvette factory service schedule (Operation CHARM transcription) · Normal Service and Severe Service interval pages · checked
Engine air-filter element and crankcase filter — replace
Sourced interval available
Source: Chevrolet — 1990 Corvette factory service schedule (Operation CHARM transcription) · Normal Service and Severe Service interval pages · checked
Spark plugs — replace
Sourced interval available
Source: Chevrolet — 1990 Corvette factory service schedule (Operation CHARM transcription) · Normal Service and Severe Service interval pages · checked
Front wheel bearings — clean and repack
Sourced interval available
Source: Chevrolet — 1990 Corvette factory service schedule (Operation CHARM transcription) · Normal Service and Severe Service interval pages · checked
Normal service
Source: Chevrolet — 1990 Corvette factory service schedule (Operation CHARM transcription) · Normal Service and Severe Service interval pages · checked
Door-to-door or comparable severe use
Source: Chevrolet — 1990 Corvette factory service schedule (Operation CHARM transcription) · Normal Service and Severe Service interval pages · checked
Engine oil filter — catalog fitment
Exact reference available
Manufacturer-catalog fitment only; use the engine-specific option below and verify the VIN before ordering.
Baldwin B27 cataloged fitment
This manufacturer application record establishes replacement-filter fitment only; it does not alter Chevrolet's service interval.
Source: Parker/Baldwin Filters — 2025 Automotive Applications catalog · Chevrolet 1990 Corvette V8-350 5.7L FI, VIN 8 application row — Lube — B27 · checked
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentBaldwin B27
Qty. 1 · Engine lubricating-oil filter · catalog-listed
Cataloged for the 1990 Corvette V8-350 5.7L FI, VIN 8; verify the VIN and installed filter dimensions.
Catalog: Parker/Baldwin Filters — 2025 Automotive Applications catalog · Chevrolet 1990 Corvette V8-350 5.7L FI, VIN 8 application row — Lube — B27 · checked
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