2021 CHEVROLET CAMARO transmission

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.Engine Rotations Per Minute (RPMs): The
vertical line and triangle show current
RPMs. As the RPMs increase, the backfill
follows.
.Transmission State (Current Gear):
Automatic and manual transmissions
display 1, 2, etc.
.Lateral G-Force Graphic: Left and Right
G-Forces are displayed. The graphic fills to
the left or the right depending on the
measure value. The measured G-Force
displays as a number at the top of the
graphic.
.Event Odometer: This displays the
distance driven since the recording began.
Track:
Displays these vehicle metrics:
.Vehicle Speed: Same as Sport.
.GPS Tracking Map: Shows the vehicle’s
current position relative to a known
route.
.Engine Rotations Per Minute (RPMs): The
vertical line and triangle indicate current
RPMs. As the RPMs increase, the backfill
follows.
.Transmission State (Current Gear): Same
as Sport.
.Friction Bubble Graphic: Lateral and
longitudinal G-Forces are displayed as a
dot within a bubble. A red dot displays
when the vehicle starts braking and turns
green when the vehicle accelerates. The
dot is white when the vehicle is not
moving. A white dot is the default.
.Brake and Throttle Graphic: Displays
the percentage value of brake and
throttle pedal position from 0–100%.
.Steering Angle: The graphic fills from the
center to the left or right depending on
the direction of steering. The numerical
steering angle displays below the graphic.
.StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Active Indicator: The graphic only
displays if the active handling systems
are activated.
.Performance Traction Management (PTM)
Mode: Displays the current PTM mode.
The options are Wet, Dry, Sport 1, Sport 2,
or Race.
.Current Lap Time: Displays the elapsed
lap time if the finish line is defined and
the vehicle has crossed the defined finish
line at least once.
.Event Odometer: Displays the distance
driven since the recording began.
.Drive Mode: Displays the vehicle’s current
drive mode.
Performance Timing:
Displays these vehicle metrics:
.Vehicle Speed: Same as Sport.
.Engine Rotations Per Minute (RPMs):
Same as Sport.
.Transmission State (Current Gear): Same
as Sport.

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12 Driving and Operating
Driving and Operating
Driving Information
Track Events and Competitive Driving . . . 12
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Ride Control Systems
Competitive Driving Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Limited-Slip Differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Fuel
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Driving Information
Track Events and Competitive
Driving
{Danger
High-performance features are intended
for use only on closed tracks by
experienced and qualified drivers and
should not be used on public roads.
High-speed driving, aggressive cornering,
hard braking, and other high-performance
driving can be dangerous. Improper driver
inputs for the conditions may result in
loss of control of the vehicle, which could
injure or kill you or others. Always drive
safely.
This section covers specific track events and
competitive driving information for the
Camaro High Performance models only. For
additional track events and competitive
driving information, see the owner’s manual. Track events or competitive driving may
affect the vehicle warranty. See the
warranty manual before using the vehicle
for racing or other competitive driving.
The Engine Sound Management setting
should not be set to Stealth Mode during
track events and competitive driving. See
“Driver Mode Control”
in the owner’s
manual.
{Warning
Prior to each track event and again
before returning to public roads, tighten
the wheel nuts with a torque wrench to
the proper torque specification. Wheel
nuts that are improperly or incorrectly
tightened can cause the wheels to
become loose or come off, resulting in a
crash. See “Capacities and Specifications”
in the owner’s manual for wheel nut
torque specifications.

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Engine OilCaution
If you use the vehicle for racing or other
competitive driving, the engine may use
more oil than it would with normal use.
Low oil levels can damage the engine. For
information on how to add oil, see
Engine Oil028.
Be sure to check the oil level often during
racing or other competitive driving and
keep the level at or near the upper mark
that shows the proper operating range on
the engine oil dipstick. The LT1 and LT4 engines are factory filled
with 0W-40 dexos2 oil. 0W-40 dexos2
engine oil is approved for both track and
street use with the LT1 and LT4 (ZL1 only,
not ZL1 1LE) engines. 15W-50 full synthetic
engine oil may also be used for track use
and is required on the ZL1 1LE, but after
track use must be changed back to 0W-40
dexos2 for street use. See
Capacities and
Specifications 043.
Fuel
Consider using 100 octane unleaded gasoline
if the air temperature is above 30 °C (86 °F)
at a track event. Do not use any fuel with
conditions listed in Prohibited Fuels025.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid should be changed after
every 15 hours of track use. Any
transmission level set or change should be
performed at your dealer.
Manual Transmission Fluid
Manual transmission fluid should be
changed after every 15 hours of track usage.
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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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 AlignmentSettings 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 AlignmentSettings 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°
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 range selected in the lower right
corner. If Manual Mode is active, M and the
current gear selected is displayed. The DIC
also displays the currently selected Drive
Mode. When Tour Mode is selected, T is displayed. When Sport Mode is selected, S is
displayed and if equipped Track Mode, Tr
will be displayed.

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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
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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 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.

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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 lower
gear keeping engine speed above
approximately 3000 rpm. If the vehicle is
then driven for a short time at a steady
speed, and without high cornering loads, the
transmission will upshift one gear at a time,
until 10 (Tenth) gear. After shifting to
10 (Tenth) gear, or coming to a complete
stop, the transmission will return to normal
Sport Mode shifting.
Ride Control Systems
Competitive Driving Mode
Competitive Driving Mode, Performance
Traction Management, and Launch Control
are systems designed to allow increased
performance while accelerating and/or
cornering. This is accomplished by regulating
and optimizing the engine, brakes, and
suspension performance. These modes are
for use at a closed course race track and are
not intended for use on public roads. They
will not compensate for driver inexperience
or lack of familiarity with the race track.
Drivers who prefer to allow the system to
have more control of the engine, brakes,
and suspension are advised to turn the
normal Traction Control System (TCS) and
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) on.
Caution
Attempting to shift when the drive
wheels are spinning and do not have
traction may cause damage to the
transmission. Damage caused by misuse
of the vehicle is not covered by the
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vehicle warranty. Do not attempt to shift
when the drive wheels do not have
traction.
Competitive Driving Mode allows full engine
power while StabiliTrak/ESC helps maintain
directional control of the vehicle by selective
brake application. In this mode, TCS is off
and Launch Control is available. Adjust your
driving style to account for the available
engine power. See “Launch Control”later in
this section.
Do not use cruise control in performance
driving situations.
When StabiliTrak/ESC is in a performance
driving state by pressing
Ytwice for
Competitive 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
Y
once to return to regular StabiliTrak/ESC
operation.

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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
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.

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High Speed Operation Inflation Pressures
Tire Size Cold Inflation Pressure kPa (psi)
285/30ZR20 (95Y) 300 kPa (44 psi)
305/30ZR20 (99Y) 300 kPa (44 psi) 305/30ZR19 (98Y) 300 kPa (44 psi)
325/30ZR19 (101Y) 300 kPa (44 psi)
245/40ZR20 (95Y) 280 kPa (41 psi) 275/35ZR20 (98Y) 280 kPa (41 psi)
Return the tires to the recommended cold
tire inflation pressure when high-speed
driving has ended. See “Vehicle Load Limits”
and “Tire Pressure” in the owner’s manual.
Towing the Vehicle
Caution
Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may
cause damage. The damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
lash or hook to suspension components.
Use the proper straps around the tires to
secure the vehicle. Do not drag a locked
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wheel/tire. Use tire skates or dollies
under any locked wheel/tire while
loading the vehicle. Do not use a sling
type lift to tow the vehicle. This could
damage the vehicle.
Caution
Improper use of the tow eye can damage
the vehicle. If equipped, use the tow eye
to load a disabled vehicle onto a flatbed
tow truck from a flat road surface, or to
move the vehicle a short distance. Use
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caution and low speeds. The transmission
must be in (N) Neutral when moving the
vehicle.
GM recommends a flatbed tow truck to
transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to
help reduce approach angles, if necessary.
A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels
off the ground. Contact Roadside Assistance
or a professional towing service if the
disabled vehicle must be towed.
To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle
for recreational purposes, such as behind a
motor home, see the owner’s manual.