LAUNCH MODE
• This system maximizes accelerationtraction for straight line racing.
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving.
3. Fully depress the clutch and select the first gear position.
4.
Press and release the “LAUNCH” Button
(Located on the steering wheel controls).
5. Press the accelerator pedal to the floor.
6. Release the clutch.
• Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control also shifting the vehicle into second gear will disable the system.
NOTE:
• Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum launch RPM and waits for the driver to release the clutch. Launch Mode then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled
wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first gear.
• If the cluster launch EVIC message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the system
will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed).
• Launch Mode can be used in any of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Modes.
SRT
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