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4 Instruments and Controls
Instruments and
Controls
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Boost Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Instrument Cluster
English Cluster Shown, Metric Cluster Similar
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English
This gauge indicates vacuum during
light to moderate throttle and boost
under heavier throttle.
It displays the air pressure level in
the intake manifold before it enters
the engine's combustion chamber. The gauge is automatically centered
at zero every time the engine is
started. Actual vacuum or boost is
displayed from this zero point.
Changes in ambient pressure, such
as driving in mountains and
changing weather, will slightly
change the zero reading.
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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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Driving Mode or Performance
Traction Management Mode, or by
pressing and holding
Yfor
five seconds to turn StabiliTrak/ESC
off, the cruise control buttons on the
left side of the steering wheel will be
inoperative.
To regain cruise control capability,
press
Yonce to return to regular
StabiliTrak/ESC operation.
Performance Traction
Management (PTM) (ZL1 Only)
PTM is not available on
convertibles. Convertibles have
Competitive Driving Mode instead.
See “Competitive Driving Mode”
previously in this section.
PTM integrates the TCS,
StabiliTrak/ESC, and Competitive
Driving Mode systems to provide
improved and consistent
performance when cornering. The
amount of available engine power is
based on the mode selected, track
conditions, driver skill, and radius of
each corner.
These lights are on when the
vehicle is in PTM Mode.
With Track Mode engaged, select
the optional handling mode by
pressing
Ytwo times. A menu with
the PTM modes will appear.
. Wet
. Dry
. Sport 1
. Sport 2
. Race
To experience the performance
benefit of PTM, after entering a
curve and at the point where you
would normally start to increase
acceleration, fully press the
accelerator pedal. The PTM system
will modify the level of engine power
for a smooth and consistent
corner exit.
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To select a mode while in PTM,
press MODE up or down.
PTM Wet
‐Intended for all driver skill levels.
‐ Ideal for wet or damp conditions
only; not intended for heavy rain
or standing water.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is on and engine
power is reduced based on
conditions.
PTM Dry
‐ For use by less experienced
drivers or while learning a new
track. ‐
Dry conditions only.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is on and engine
power is reduced based on
conditions.
PTM Sport 1
‐ For use by drivers familiar with
the track.
‐ Dry conditions only.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is on and more
engine power is available than
lower modes.
PTM Sport 2
‐ For use by drivers familiar with
the track.
‐ Dry conditions only.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is off and engine
power available is the same as in
Sport 1.
PTM Race
‐ For use by drivers familiar with
the track.
‐ Dry conditions only. ‐
StabiliTrak/ESC is off and engine
power is available for maximum
cornering speed.
In any PTM Mode, Launch Control
is available. Use PTM Race for the
most consistent performance during
drag strip use. See “Custom Launch
Control” in Track Events and
Competitive Driving in the owner ’s
manual.
Press and release
Yto turn off
PTM and return to TCS and
StabiliTrak/ESC. The traction off
light
iand StabiliTrak/ESC OFF
light
gwill go out.
Launch Control
If equipped, Launch Control is
available within Competitive Driving
Mode and Performance Traction
Management (PTM) to allow high
levels of vehicle acceleration in a
straight line. Launch Control is a
form of traction control that
manages tire spin while launching
the vehicle. This feature is intended
for use during closed course race
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events where consistent zero to
60 and quarter mile times are
desirable.
Launch Control is only available
when the following criteria are met:
.Competitive Driving Mode is
selected or any of the
Performance Traction
Management modes are
selected. The traction off light
comes on in the instrument
cluster and the appropriate
Driver Information Center (DIC)
message displays.
. The vehicle is not moving.
. The steering wheel is pointing
straight.
Manual Transmissions
. The clutch is fully pressed and
the transmission is in
1 (First) gear.
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied and held to wide open
throttle. Launch Control will initially limit
engine speed as you rapidly apply
the accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle. Allow the engine rpm to
stabilize. A smooth, quick release of
the clutch, while maintaining the
fully pressed accelerator pedal, will
manage wheel slip.
Automatic Transmissions
.
The brake pedal is firmly
pressed to the floor, equivalent
to a panic brake event.
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied to wide open throttle.
If the vehicle rolls due to wide
open throttle, release the
throttle, press the brake pedal
more firmly, and re-apply the
accelerator to wide open throttle.
Launch Control will initially limit
engine speed as you rapidly apply
the accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle. Allow the engine rpm to
stabilize. A smooth, quick release of
the brake pedal, while maintaining
the fully pressed accelerator pedal,
will manage wheel slip. After the vehicle is launched, the
system continues in Competitive
Driving Mode or PTM.
Competitive Driving Mode, PTM,
and Launch Control are systems
designed for a closed course race
track and not intended for use on
public roads. The systems are not
intended to compensate for lack of
driver experience or familiarity with
the race track.
Custom Launch Control may be
available through the Settings
menu, if equipped. See
“Custom
Launch Control” in Track Events
and Competitive Driving in the
owner ’s manual.
Limited-Slip Differential
The Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (eLSD) is a hydraulically
actuated clutch system. It can
infinitely vary the clutch
engagement between 0 and
200Y(147 lb ft) of breakaway
torque between the rear wheels.
It responds to full engagement
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the engine air filter is replaced. See
your dealer for service and to reset
the system.
How to Reset Engine Air Filter
Life System
Reset the system whenever the
engine air filter is replaced so that
the system can calculate the next
engine air filter change.
To reset:1. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
2. Select Engine Air Filter Life on the DIC menu. See “Driver
Information Center (DIC)” in the
owner ’s manual.
3. Press
pto move to the Reset/
Disable display area. Select
Reset then press SEL. Then
press Yes to confirm the reset.
4. 100% Air Filter Life will be displayed when the Engine Air
Filter Life System is
successfully reset.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the
engine compartment on the driver
side of the vehicle.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
.For intervals on changing and
inspecting the engine air filter,
see “Maintenance Schedule” in
the owner ’s manual.
. If equipped with Engine Air Filter
Life System, see Engine Air
Filter Life System 035.
. If driving in very dusty areas,
follow the engine air filter
inspecting and changing
intervals, see “Maintenance
Schedule” in the owner ’s
manual.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before
removing the engine air cleaner/
filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter housing and nearby
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or
components with water or
compressed air.
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter: