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Caution (Continued)
level at or near the upper mark
that shows the proper operating
range on the engine oil dipstick.
LS/LT 1LE, SS 1LE, and ZL1
Change the engine oil to 0W-40 or
5W-40 that meets the dexos2
specification. If this oil is not
available, the following oils can be
used as an alternative: Valvoline
SYNPOWER MST 5W-40 or
Mobil 1 15W-50. If 15W-50 is used,
the engine oil must be changed
after the track event.
For LS/LT 1LE, add 0.9 L (1.0 qt) of
oil over the nominal fill level for a
track event. After the competitive
driving, remove the excess oil so
that the level on the dipstick is not
above the upper mark that shows
the proper operating range. During track usage, do not follow
the Engine Oil Life System status.
Change the engine oil after four
hours of accumulative track usage.
If 15W-50 oil is used, it must be
changed back to the engine oil
listed in the
“Engine Oil” section of
the owner ’s manual.
ZL1 1LE Only
Change the engine oil to Mobil
1 15W-50. Change the engine oil
after four hours of accumulative
track usage. After track usage, the
oil must be changed back to the
engine oil listed in the “Engine Oil”
section of the owner ’s manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
The Camaro ZL1 has a 10-speed
automatic transmission. Have the
transmission fluid set to the track
specific oil level prior to track use.
Transmission fluid should be
changed after every 15 hours of
track use. Any transmission level
set or change should be performed
at your dealer.
Tire Pressures
Tire pressure specifications are
listed in psi (kPa). Limit the vehicle
weight to a maximum of the driver
and one passenger, with no
additional cargo.
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42 Vehicle Care
is applied to the hood extractor it
can create an irregular appearance
in the surface of the panel. If wax,
debris, or other materials create
stains on the hood extractor, see
your dealer for the recommended
cleaner.
There is a water deflector on the
underside of the hood extractor.
Remove it for track use only.
Hood Wrap (1LE Only)
Caring for Vehicle Graphics
Wash regularly.
.Wash whenever the car appears
dirty. Contaminants allowed to
remain on the graphic may be
more difficult to remove during
cleaning.
. Rinse off as much dirt and grit
as possible with a spray of
water.
. Never scrub the hood wrap
surface.
. Use a wet, non-abrasive
detergent.
. Do not buff or apply polishes to
the hood wrap.
. Rinse thoroughly with clean
water. To reduce water spotting,
immediately use a silicone
squeegee to remove water.
Finish with a clean microfiber
cloth. Pressure Washing
.
Ensure the water pressure is
kept below 14,000 kPa
(2,000 psi).
. Keep water temperature below
80 °C (180 °F).
. Use a spray nozzle with a
40 degree wide angle spray
pattern.
. Keep the nozzle at least 30 cm
(1 ft) away from and
perpendicular (at 90 degrees) to
the graphic.
Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat
sealant/wax materials is not
recommended. If painted surfaces
are damaged, see your dealer to
have the damage assessed and
repaired. Foreign materials such as
calcium chloride and other salts, ice
melting agents, road oil and tar, tree
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from
industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage the vehicle's finish if they
remain on painted surfaces. Wash
the vehicle as soon as possible.
If necessary, use non-abrasive
