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Convertible · 5.7L LS1 V8

2003 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible — 6-speed manual

The 2003 Corvette paired the 5.7L LS1 V8 with the 6-speed manual in convertible form.

2003 Chevrolet Corvette — C5 convertible, front three-quarter view
Exact 2003 Corvette reference photograph; exact configuration not verified ·

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Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim
Corvette
Body style
Convertible
Engine
5.7L LS1 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 2003 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
4
Factory intervals
2
Fitment-scoped
4
Exact references
1

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  • Engine air-cleaner filter — replace

    Sourced interval available

    Inspect at 15,000-mile offsets when driving in dusty conditions and replace sooner if necessary.

    Applies to: 2003 · United States

    Published interval: 30,000 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2003 Corvette Owner's Manual · Maintenance Schedule — Scheduled Maintenance / Additional Required Services · checked

  • Automatic-transmission fluid and filter — change

    Fitment must be confirmed

    The manual says the manual-transmission fluid does not require scheduled changing.

    Applies to: 2003 · United States

    Source: Chevrolet — 2003 Corvette Owner's Manual · Maintenance Schedule — Scheduled Maintenance / Additional Required Services · checked

  • Spark plugs — replace and inspect wires

    Sourced interval available

    Applies to: 2003 · United States

    Published interval: 100,000 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2003 Corvette Owner's Manual · Maintenance Schedule — Scheduled Maintenance / Additional Required Services · 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 B31 cataloged fitment

    This manufacturer application record establishes replacement-filter fitment only; it does not alter Chevrolet's service interval.

    Applies to: 2003 · 5.7L LS1 V8 · Corvette · United States · Baldwin's exact 2003 Corvette V8-350 5.7L FI, VIN G (LS1) application row assigns B31; verify the VIN and installed filter before ordering.

    Source: Parker/Baldwin Filters — 2025 Automotive Applications catalog · Chevrolet 2003 Corvette V8-350 5.7L FI, VIN G (LS1) application row — Lube — B31 · checked

    Verified ordering references

Sources

  1. Chevrolet — 2003 Corvette Owner's Manual

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