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ModelAxleRoad course
cold starting
pressures (1) Road course target
hot pressures (1) Drag strip cold
starting
pressures Sustained
high speed
cold starting
pressures (2)
ZL1 1LE Tire
Pressure Settings Front 180 kPa
(26 psi)220–240 kPa (32–
35 psi) N/A 300 kPa
(44 psi)
Rear 180 kPa (26 psi)220–240 kPa (32–
35 psi) N/A 300 kPa
(44 psi)
ZL1 Tire Pressure Settings Front 190 kPa
(28 psi)240–255 kPa (35–
37 psi) 220 kPa
(32 psi) 300 kPa
(44 psi)
Rear 190 kPa (28 psi)255–270 kPa (37–
39 psi) 180 kPa
(26 psi) 300 kPa
(44 psi)
SS 1LE Tire
Pressure Settings Front 190 kPa
(28 psi)240–255 kPa (35–
37 psi) N/A 300 kPa
(44 psi)
Rear 190 kPa (28 psi)255–270 kPa (37–
39 psi) N/A 300 kPa
(44 psi)
LS/LT 1LE Tire
Pressure Settings Front 210 kPa
(30 psi)250–260 kPa (36–
38 psi) N/A 280 kPa
(41 psi)
Rear 210 kPa (30 psi)250–260 kPa (36–
38 psi) N/A 280 kPa
(41 psi)
(
1) Value will vary based on driving
style, track, temperature, and
weather conditions. (2) Autobahn, standing mile, etc. Before leaving the track event, reset
tire pressures to the recommended
inflation pressures on the Tire and
Loading Information label.
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Front License Plate/Bracket
Removal (ZL1 Only)
For track use, the front license plate
and bracket can be removed from
the fascia for increased airflow.
Remove the license plate to access
the four screws that attach the
license plate bracket to the front
fascia.
Water Deflector
If operating a ZL1 on a closed
course in hot temperatures, remove
the water deflector to increase
airflow and improve cooling.
Remove the three bolts. Replace
immediately after track use to
protect the engine compartment
from water intrusion. Torque to
4.5Y (40 lb in).
Wicker Bill
A rear spoiler wicker bill is available
for LS/LT and SS with the 1LE
package only. If equipped with a
wicker bill, use the instructions for
installation.
Underbody Air Deflector Tire
Dam Kit
The underbody air deflector tire dam
kit provided with ZL1 vehicles
reduces the amount of aerodynamic
lift on the front axle for better
handling. The original tire dams
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must be reinstalled after the track
event. For installation, see the
instructions provided with the kit.
Adjustable Front Struts
(ZL1 1LE Only)
Camber Position for Track Events
The front strut top mount can be
positioned two ways. The original
setting is in the street position, but it
can be turned 180° to the track
position for additional negative
camber on the front.
To adjust the position:1. Raise the vehicle so the tires are slightly off the ground.
2. From the bottom side of thestrut top mount, remove the
Allen bolt that secures the top
mount alignment pin to the top
mount.3. Remove the three strut mountbolts and the alignment pin.
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4. Using the hex feature on thetop of the mount, turn the top
mount 180° until the TRACK
CAMBER text is visible and the
second set of top mount holes
aligns with the strut tower
holes.
5. Reinstall the top mount bolts and torque to 29 Y
(21.4 lb ft).
6. Keep the top mount alignment pin and bolt for reinstallation
when the struts are returned to
the street position following the
track event.
7. Verify and adjust the vehicle alignment per track alignment
specifications to optimize
vehicle performance for the
track event.
8. Verify and re-adjust the vehicle alignment as needed following
the track event. Strut Spring Seat Adjustment
The front struts have a threaded
spring seat that allows adjustment
of the preload on the front springs.
The vehicle corner weights and front
trim heights can be adjusted.
The spring seat can be adjusted
approximately 10 mm (0.4 in) up or
down from the nominal position.
Each complete turn of the spring
perch will change the vehicle height
approximately 1.4 mm (0.06 in). Do
not allow the spring seat to contact
the black seal cap when adjusting in
the maximum upward direction.
To adjust the lower spring seat:
1. Raise the vehicle so the tires are completely off the ground.
2. Loosen the lower spring seatbolt. Do not completely remove
the bolt.
3. Turn the spring perch upward to increase spring preload,
or downward to decrease
spring preload.
4. Torque the spring seat bolt to 10Y (7.4 lb ft).
5. Verify and adjust the vehicle alignment as needed following
the spring seat adjustment.
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Adjustable Rear Stabilizer Bar
(ZL1 1LE Only)
The rear stabilizer bar ends have
three attachment positions that
allow the rear roll stiffness of the
vehicle to be adjusted.The stabilizer bar stiffness
increases approximately 15% using
the rearward holes, or decreases
approximately 10% using the
forward holes.
To change the attachment position:
1. Raise and support the rear of the vehicle.
2. Remove the stabilizer bar link nut while holding the ball
stud end.
3. Reposition the stabilizer bar link stud to the desired hole
and tighten to 43 Y(32 lb ft).
Use the same hole position for
both sides of the vehicle.
Wheel Alignment
Track alignment specifications are
for vehicle at curb weight conditions
(full tank of fuel, zero ballast).
Racing and competitive driving
wheel alignment settings can be set
as follows for increased handling
performance:
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Track Wheel Alignment Specifications
Model AxleCaster (Not
Adjustable) Camber Total Toe Steering
Wheel Angle Thrust Angle
Left Right Left Right (Left + Right) (Left
−
Right)/2
ZL1 1LE Track
Alignment Settings Front 7.9° 7.9°
−2.7°
± 0.15° −2.7°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — −2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
ZL1 Track Alignment Settings Front 6.9° 6.9°
−2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — −1.5°
± 0.15° −1.5°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
SS 1LE Track
Alignment Settings Front 6.9° 6.9°
−2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — −1.5°
± 0.15° −1.5°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
LS/LT 1LE Track
Alignment Settings Front 7.2° 7.2°
−2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — –1.25°
± 0.15°–1.25°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
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Caution
Using these wheel alignment
settings may cause excessive tire
wear. Only use these wheel
alignment settings for racing or
competitive driving. Excessive tire
wear is not covered under the
vehicle warranty.
Automatic
Transmission
The Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays the current gear selected in
the lower right corner. When Sport
Mode is active, an S is displayed.
If Manual Mode is active, an M
displays next to the current gear
selected.
P :This position locks the drive
wheels. It is the best position to use
when starting the engine because
the vehicle cannot move easily.
{Warning
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the
engine is running. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle
can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
Make sure the shift lever is fully in
P (Park) before starting the engine.
The vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control
system. The regular brake must be
fully applied first and then the shift
lever button must be pressed before
shifting from P (Park) when the
ignition is on. If you cannot shift out
of P (Park), ease pressure on the
shift lever, then push the shift lever
all the way into P (Park) as you
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maintain brake application. Then
press the shift lever button and
move the shift lever into
another gear.
R :Use this gear to back up.
Caution
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving forward could
damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Shift to
R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
is stopped.
N : In this position, the engine does
not connect with the wheels. To
restart the engine when the vehicle
is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
{Warning
Shifting into a drive gear while the
engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal, the
vehicle could move very rapidly.
You could lose control and hit
people or objects. Do not shift
into a drive gear while the engine
is running at high speed.
Caution
Shifting out of P (Park) or
N (Neutral) with the engine
running at high speed may
damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
engine is not running at high
speed when shifting the vehicle. D :
This position is for normal
driving. If more power is needed for
passing, press the accelerator
pedal down.
Caution
If the vehicle does not shift gears,
the transmission could be
damaged. Have the vehicle
serviced right away.
Performance Shifting
While driving in Sport Mode and
Track Mode, if Tap Shift has not
been activated, the transmission
determines when the vehicle is
being driven in a competitive
manner. The transmission may
remain in a gear longer than it
would in the normal driving mode
based on throttle input and vehicle
lateral acceleration. If there is a
rapid reduction in throttle from a
heavy throttle position at high rpm,
the transmission will maintain the
current gear up to near redline rpm.
While braking, the transmission will
automatically downshift to the next
