2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Owner's Manual

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.If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, it will be
turned on automatically.
. Competitive Driving Mode or
Performance Traction
Management is unavailable.
. StabiliTrak/ESC will feel different
in aiding and maintaining
directional control.
Adding accessories can affect the
vehicle performance. See
Accessories and Modifications
0 211.
Hill Rollback Control
If the vehicle is in gear and
inadvertently rolls backwards, Hill
Rollback Control helps limit the
rollback to a very low speed.
A noise may be heard while the
vehicle speed is actively being
controlled. A Driver Information
Center (DIC) message displays
when active.
Driver Mode Control
Driver Mode Control (DMC) adds a
sportier feel, provides a more
comfortable ride, or assists in different weather conditions or
terrain. This system simultaneously
changes the software settings of
various sub-systems to optimize
driving performance. Depending on
the option package, available
features, and mode selection; the
Exhaust, Suspension, Steering,
Brakes, and Powertrain will change
settings to achieve the desired
mode characteristics. If the vehicle
is equipped with Magnetic Ride
Control, selecting the various driver
modes adjusts the ride of the
vehicle to enhance the ride
performance for the road conditions
and the selected mode.
Driver Mode Control has multiple
modes: My Mode, Weather, Tour,
Sport, Track, and Z-Mode.
Weather, Tour, Sport, and Track are
four modes that have preset vehicle
setting for use in different driving
conditions. My Mode and Z-Mode
are two modes which can be
customized by the driver. In these
two modes, vehicle settings are
configured to enhance and
personalize the driving experience.
See
“Mode Description,” later in this
section.
Mode Activation
To activate My Mode, Weather, Tour,
Sport and Track Mode, turn the
Driver Mode Control (DMC) knob on
the center console to make a mode
selection. When a mode is selected,
an indicator will be displayed in the
Driver Information Center (DIC)i.

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To activate Z-Mode, press the
Z-Mode button on the steering
wheel. To deactivate, the driver can
either select a different mode
through the DMC knob or press the
Z-Mode button on the steering
wheel. When Z-Mode is deactivated
through the Z-Mode button, DMC is
always set back to Tour Mode.
Mode Description
uWeather :Weather Mode is used
for slippery surfaces to help control
wheel speed. This can compromise
the acceleration on dry asphalt.
This feature is not intended for use
when the vehicle is stuck in sand,
mud, ice, snow, or gravel. If the
vehicle becomes stuck, see If the
Vehicle Is Stuck 0159. See “Driver
Mode Attributes,” later in this
section.
sTour : Use for normal city and
highway driving to provide a
smooth, soft ride. This setting
provides a balanced setting
between comfort and handling. This
is the standard mode. See “Driver
Mode Attributes,” later in this
section.
rSport : Use where road
conditions or personal preference
demand a more controlled
response. Used for spirited driving.
In this mode, the vehicle monitors
driving behaviors and automatically
enables Performance Shift Features
when spirited driving is detected. These features maintain lower
transmission gears to increase
available engine braking and
improve acceleration response. The
vehicle will exit this feature and
return to normal operation after a
short period when no spirited driving
is detected. See
“Driver Mode
Attributes,” later in this section.
tTrack :Track Mode is used for
closed race tracks. Use when
maximum vehicle handling is
desired.
When in Track Mode, the dual
clutch transmission and steering will
function similar to Sport Mode. The
accelerator pedal is adjusted to give
maximum control during the highest
level of spirited driving. See “Driver
Mode Attributes,” later in this
section.
qMy Mode : My Mode is used to
personalize everyday driving. This
mode is designed to allow the driver
to configure vehicle sub-systems to
their own preference for city or
normal driving.

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Through the center display, the
following vehicle sub-systems may
be available for customization in
this mode.
Through the center display, the
following vehicle sub-systems may
be available for customization in
this mode:
Engine Sound:(some choices,
if equipped) Stealth, Tour, Sport,
Track
Steering: Tour, Sport, Track
Suspension: If equipped, Tour,
Sport, Track Brake Response:
Tour, Sport,
Track
See “Driver Mode Attributes,” later
in this section.
See “Driver Mode Customization,”
later in this section. Cluster/HUD
can be set in the cluster.
vZ-Mode : Z-Mode is used to
personalize dynamic driving. This
mode is designed to allow the driver
to configure vehicle sub-systems to
their own preference for maximum
handling. Z-Mode further enhances
the driver experience by adding a
powertrain customization.
Through the center display, the
following vehicle sub-systems may
be available for customization in
this mode. Engine Sound:
(some choices,
if equipped) Stealth, Tour, Sport,
Track
Steering: Tour, Sport, Track
Suspension: If equipped, Tour,
Sport, Track
Powertrain: Normal, Sport, Track,
Weather
Brake Response: Tour, Sport,
Track
See “Driver Mode Attributes,” later
in this section.
See “Driver Mode Customization,”
later in this section.

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Driver Mode Attributes
Modes:MY MODE WEATHER TOUR
DefaultSPORT TRACK Z-MODE
Cluster Display Tour
(Default), Sport,
Track,
Weather
(with any info tileset up) Weather Tour Sport Track Tour, Sport,
Track,
Weather (with
any info tile set up)
Layout Display (Theme) Tour
(Default), Sport,
Track,
Weather
(with any info tileset up) Tour Tour Sport Track Tour, Sport,
Track,
Weather (with any info tile set up)
Informational Titles (preset) Tour (Default),Sport,
Track,
Weather
(with any info tileset up) Weather Tour Sport Track Tour, Sport,
Track,
Weather (with any info tile set up)

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PowertrainNormal Weather Normal Sport Track Normal,
Sport, Track(Default),Weather
Throttle Progression Normal Weather Normal Normal Track Normal,
Sport, Track(Default),Weather
Trans Shift Mode (if
equipped) Normal Weather Normal Sport Track Normal,
Sport, Track(Default),Weather
Active Fuel Management Enabled (In 4th–8th
gear for mLSD
vehicles) Enabled (In
4th –8th
gear for mLSD
vehicles) Enabled (In
4th –
8th gear) Enabled (In
5th –
8th gear) Disable Tour, Sport,
Track
(Default), Weather
Traction and Stability Control Normal Weather Normal Normal Track Normal
Performance Traction or
Competitive Driving Mode
Availability Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Comp Mode
(available)PTM
(available) PTM
(unavailable)
Engine Sound Stealth,
Tour
(Default),
Sport, Track Stealth Tour Sport Track Stealth, Tour,
Sport, Track(Default)

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SteeringTour
(Default),
Sport, Track Tour Tour Sport Track Tour, Sport
(Default),Track
Suspension (if equipped with
Magnetic Ride) Tour
(Default),
Sport, Track Tour Tour Sport Track Tour, Sport
(Default),Track
Brake Response Tour
(Default),
Sport, Track Tour Tour Sport Track Tour, Sport
(Default),Track
Cluster Display
Configures the gauge cluster
display for each mode when linked
(default).
The Layout Display (Theme) is a
preset of Cluster Display and cannot
be modified or changed
independently.
Throttle Progression
Adjusts throttle sensitivity by
selecting how quickly or slowly the
throttle reacts to input.
Throttle Progression is a preset of
Powertrain and cannot be modified
or changed independently. Transmission Shift Operation
Basic:
.
Transmission upshifts and
downshifts are selected based
on vehicle speed and
accelerator position to optimize
comfort and fuel economy during
mild driving conditions.
Driver Influenced Gear Selection:
. Aggressive driving will influence
both the upshift and downshift
points in all modes. .
Criteria which have influence
are: driving mode, accelerator,
brakes, lateral and longitudinal
loading.
. Changes in gear selection
behavior due to aggressive
driving can include:
‐Downshifting early with higher
rpm’s during aggressive
braking (i.e. entering a corner)
‐ Altering upshifts while
experiencing lateral
acceleration

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‐Not upshifting when the
accelerator is released to
avoid unnecessary shifts if the
accelerator is re-applied
‐ Recognizing sporty driving and
anticipate upcoming corners
with the appropriate gear
selection entering and exiting
. Driver Modes
‐Driver influenced changes are
effective in all driving modes,
however the aggressiveness
of the transmission response
will increase between Tour,
Sport, and Track Modes
respectively.
Active Fuel Management (engine
cylinder shuts off)
. Normal with Dual Clutch
Transmission: The engine uses
8-cylinder mode when
accelerating, but changes to
4-cylinder mode when coasting.
Active Fuel Management is a preset
of Powertrain and cannot be
modified or changed independently. Engine Sound
Changes when the variable exhaust
valves open.
Steering (Assist Effort)
Adjusts from a lighter steering feel
to reduced assist for more
steering feel.
Magnetic Ride Control (if
equipped)
Adjusts the shock dampening
firmness based on driving
conditions to improve comfort and
performance.
Driver Mode Customization
The vehicle is equipped to modify
the following vehicle settings base
on vehicle content. Through the
center stack, under Vehicle
Settings, select Drive Mode to
customize and personalize My
Mode and/or Z-Mode.
Engine Sound:
Engine Sound adjusts the volume of
engine noise. Setting range from
quietest to loudest volume as you
move from Stealth through Track..
Stealth, Tour, Sport, Track
Steering:
This setting adjusts the effort
required to turn the steering wheel.
The steering wheel offers better
feedback but requires more effort as
you move from Tour to Track.
. Tour, Sport, Track
Suspension:
This setting adjusts the firmness of
the suspension in the vehicle.
Suspension adjust stiffness of the
shocks and / or springs. The ride is
more comfortable at lower settings
and is stiffer at higher settings for
better control.
. Tour, Sport, Track
Powertrain:
This setting adjusts the throttle
response, gear shifting and engine
performance. An increased throttle
response enhances the acceleration
feel as you move toward Track, but
with a comfort trade-off due to more
aggressive gear shifting.
. Normal, Tour, Sport, Track

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Brake Response:
This setting adjusts the brake pedal
response. Settings range from a
slower response for more
comfortable driving to the quickest
response for quicker deceleration.
Brake pedal travel decreases and
caliper pressure increases as you
move from Tour to Sport. Track
allows for improved pedal precision
at higher decelerations for high
performance driving.
.Tour, Sport, Track
Display:
This setting adjusts the cluster
display theme (this setting is only
configured through the cluster using
the steering wheel controls).
. Tour, Sport, Track, Weather (and
any informational tiles set-up).
Front Lift System
A two-position lift actuator (one per
damper) with 35 mm (1.5 in) of
stroke will hydraulically raise the
front of the vehicle to provide
approximately 50 mm (2 in) of increased clearance in
approximately three seconds (height
and time will vary by vehicle). The
Front Lift System will allow you to lift
the front of the vehicle to enter a
driveway, driving over curbs, speed
bumps or onto ramps or a trailer.
To use the Front Lift System, press
the button on the center console to
raise or lower the vehicle. This
feature can be operated at speeds
up to 38 km/h (24 mph) when the
engine is running. The system
functions based on the vehicle’
s
state or operating mode: .
The system will not raise up
when the doors are open.
. The system can be raised or
lowered by the pushbutton,
when the vehicle is in RUN or in
ACC mode.
. If the vehicle is in the raised
position and is driven at speeds
above 38 km/h (24 mph), it will
automatically lower.
. If the vehicle is turned off, it will
automatically lower.
. If a vehicle door is opened
during lowering, the movement
will pause for 15 seconds then
continue to lower, but at a
slower rate.
The front height can be raised
automatically using GPS navigation
in the vehicle. The vehicle will
automatically lift in up to 1,000
programmable locations. Once the
button is pushed, a notification will
appear on the Driver Information
Center (DIC) and ask the driver if
they would like to “Remember”the
location. The driver can select this
function through the steering wheel