Unknown red indicator on center console..what is it?

[LOCKJAW]

This is my first use of this forum as I am a new member. I bought a 1990 base coupe L98 auto two weeks ago and am still learning and exploring. I purchased an owners manual and Haynes manual to familiarize myself. I am unable to find any info on a very small red indicator light mounted on my center console between the two power seat controls. I have not seen it light up and haven't a clue what it is for. Any help would be appreciated. So far, I am loving this totally stock unmolested Vette. Any clues or guesses?

James

 

[Wayback]

Corvette America - 1990-1996 Corvette Console
I dont recall a red light in my old 90 or just never noticed it,does it look factory ? & you have a "l98",the l48 is a carburated C3.
1990 C4 Corvette | Ultimate Guide (Overview, Specs, VIN Info, Performance & More)

 

[LLC5]

This is my first use of this forum as I am a new member. I bought a 1990 base coupe L48 auto two weeks ago and am still learning and exploring. I purchased an owners manual and Haynes manual to familiarize myself. I am unable to find any info on a very small red indicator light mounted on my center console between the two power seat controls. I have not seen it light up and haven't a clue what it is for. Any help would be appreciated. So far, I am loving this totally stock unmolested Vette. Any clues or guesses?

James

Post a picture.

It could be from an aftermarket alarm.

 

[LOCKJAW]

This car is totally stock and unmolested. No aftermarket alarm. I will be replacing Bose stuff, so when I lift up center console I will try to ID the wires connected to the light and see where they lead.

 

[Hib Halverson]

If you are working on the car yourself, use your Haynes book to line your hatbox and then purchase a Factory Service Manual for your model year.

Haynes manuals for Corvettes are woefully inadequate in detailed information and have a lot of inaccurate information.

There is no "red indicator" light in the console, between the power seat switches on a '90. Whatever it is, it was added by a previous owner and there likely is some aftermarket electronic device in the car somewhere or (was in the car) associated with that light.

 

[LOCKJAW]

I agree that the Haynes manual is best suited for house training puppies. Very disappointing. I will solve the mystery soon. No clue as to what it could be. I am no stranger to Chevys and hotrods but this is my first Vette. I am enjoying going over it and making sure everything is okay. I appreciate your reply.
James

 

[Hot Rod Roy]

This car is totally stock and unmolested.

You've just learned otherwise! I added a red light to my dash to indicate when my radiator fan is running. That light may become a mystery to whoever inherits my '84!

 

[Wayback]

I put a fan switch in my old 85 also,no light tho.I dont think I relayed that to the buyer.

 

[Troyh]

I bought a C4 last fall...1994. I have the exact same red light in the exact same place. I have torn my owner's manual apart trying to figure out what it is. Seriously driving me nuts . Hellllppp.

 

[Hot Rod Roy]

I have the exact same red light in the exact same place. I have torn my owner's manual apart trying to figure out what it is. Seriously driving me nuts .

You're asking the same question. Are you expecting a different answer from the same question?

:cool