2021 CHEVROLET CORVETTE center console

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DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION
The Dual Clutch Transmission provides an extremely connected feel with very fast shift times for maximum performance. The transmission is electronically contro\
lled using the shift switches located on the center console. The selected gear position\
illuminates in red on the shift switch.
Park – Press the P button to shift to Park.
Reverse – Pull the R switch to shift to Reverse.
Neutral – Press and hold the N button until the indicator is red to shift to Neutral.
Drive – Pull the D switch to shift to Drive.
MANUAL MODE
The Dual Clutch Transmission can be shift-ed manually using the paddles behind the steering wheel.
With the transmission in Drive, press the Manual Mode (M) button to shift manually. Pull the left (–) steering wheel paddle to downshift and the right (+) steering wheel paddle to upshift. The current gear is displayed on the instrument cluster and HUDF. The transmission will hold the current gear until a change is requested. Pull the Drive (D) switch to return to Drive.
To engage temporary manual paddle shifts, pull either the left (–) \
or right (+) steering wheel paddle with the transmission in Drive (D). The transmission will\
return to auto-matic shifting after approximately 6 seconds of cruising at steady speed\
s and without any manual shifts or by pulling and holding the right paddle for more th\
an 1 second. Automatic shifting also will return when the vehicle stops.
To downshift to the lowest gear possible for the current vehicle speed, \
pull and briefly hold the left (–) steering wheel paddle.
If vehicle speed is too fast or too slow for the requested gear, the shi\
ft will not occur.
DOUBLE PADDLE DECLUTCH
Double Paddle Declutch allows the vehicle to temporarily disconnect the \
engine from the wheels, similar to shifting to Neutral.
Pull and hold both the left (–) and right (+) steering wheel padd\
les at the same time to activate Double Paddle Declutch. The gear position indicator on the cent\
er console will flash red and the gear position indicator on the instrument cluster wi\
ll turn gray. Release both paddles to exit Double Paddle Declutch.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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The Driver Mode Control system can provide enhanced performance for diff\
erent driving conditions by automatically adjusting the steering, throttle progression\
, shift mode, braking response, suspensionF, traction control, engine sound, instrument cluster theme, and other calibrations (if equipped) in real time. The modes ar\
e displayed on the Driver Information Center.
Rotate the Driver Mode Control knob on the center console to select the \
desired mode:
MyMode – Allows the engine sound, steer-ing, suspensionF, and braking response to be customized to your preference in everyday driving.
Weather – Use during slippery conditions to help control wheel speed.
Tour – Use in normal driving for balanced comfort and handling.
Sport – Use where road conditions or personal preference dictate a more performance-oriented response.
Track – Use when maximum vehicle
performance is desired. Track mode is for closed racetracks.
Z-Mode – Press the Z-Mode button on the steering wheel to activate custom-ized engine sound, steering, suspensionF,
powertrain, and braking response settings for maximum handling.
The mode features vary. Not all vehicles have all features. Allow a few seconds for the changes to be activated before the current mode is displayed.
DRIVER MODE CUSTOMIZATION
The MyMode and Z-Mode settings can be customized in the Settings menu on the infotainment screen.
Go to Settings > Vehicle > MyMode or Z-Mode to change the engine sound, steering, suspensionF, powertrain, and brake response settings.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
DRIVER MODE CONTROL
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HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING FEATURES
High-performance driving features are for use at a closed racetrack and \
are not
intended for public roads. It is the driver’s responsibility to opera\
te the vehicle in a safe manner. Read your Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations an\
d information.
TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak electro\
nic stability
control (ESC) system assists with directional control of the vehicle i\
n difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is\
started.
Press the OFF Traction Control/ESC button, located on the center console, once to turn off traction control.
Press and hold the OFF button to turn off both traction control and ESC.
Press the OFF button again to turn on traction control and ESC.
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE
Competitive Driving Mode allows full engine power while electronic stability control helps maintain directional control of the vehicle.
When in Sport or Track mode, press the
OFF Traction Control/ESC button twice to activate Competitive Driving Mode. The Traction Control Off and ESC Off lights will illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Press the OFF Traction Control/ESC
button again to turn off Competitive Driving Mode.
PERFORMANCE TRACTION MANAGEMENT (PTM)F
PTM offers 5 modes of operation, all designed to provide consistent perfor-mance when cornering in a variety of track conditions.
When in Track mode, press the OFF Traction Control/ESC button twice to activate PTM. The Traction Control Off and ESC Off lights will illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Rotate the Driver Mode Control selector to scroll through each PTM mode \
on the instrument cluster.
Press the OFF Traction Control/ESC button again to turn off PTM.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING FEATURES
LOW GROUND CLEARANCE
ROAD VARIATIONS
The wide tires of the Corvette provide excellent grip and road feel; how\
ever, the wide design may be susceptible to grooves, wear patterns, and the crown on so\
me roads.
BRAKE DUST
The high-performance brake materials and large size of the brakes may re\
sult in a fine dust coating the outer surface of the wheels. Wash the wheels with regul\
ar soap and water to remove the dust. Automatic car washes are not recommended.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.
FRONT LIFT SYSTEMF
The Front Lift System will lift the front of the vehicle when entering a driveway,
driving over curbs or speed bumps, and pulling onto ramps or a trailer. The system features a two-position lift actuator that will hydraulically raise the front of the vehicle to provide approximately 2 inches of increased clearance in approximately 3 seconds. The system can be operated at speeds up to 24 MPH.
Press the Front Lift System button on the center console to raise or lower the vehicle.
Note: The Front Lift System will not raise the vehicle with the door, hood, or trunk open, and it will automatically lower the vehicle at speeds over 24 MPH or when the vehicle is turned off.
REMEMBER LOCATION
The front height of the vehicle can be raised automatically at up to 1,000 loca-tions using GPS navigation.
To turn the Location-Based Front Lift System on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Ride Height.
To select a location, after the Front Lift System button is pressed, select “Remember” on the Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the button on the DIC controls.
After passing the programmed location, the vehicle will lower automatica\
lly when speed exceeds 24 MPH or if the button is pressed.
Note: Some Front Lift System pump noise is normal and may be heard during operation.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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DRIVER ASSISTANCE FEATURES
Safety or driver assistance features are not a substitute for the driver\
’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Read your Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information.
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERTF
While driving, the system displays a warning symbol on the left or right side mirror when a vehicle is detected in that side blind zone area. The symbol flashes if a turn signal is activated when a vehicle has been detected on the same side.
To turn on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Side Blind Zone Alert.
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERTF
When in Reverse, the system warns of detected cross-traffic approachin\
g in either direction by displaying a red alert on the infotainment screen and sound\
ing beeps on the side of the detected vehicle.
To turn on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection System\
s > Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
REAR PARK ASSIST
During low-speed parking maneuvers, the system provides “distance to \
closest object” information on the Driver Information Center and a beep sounds. When an \
object is very close, 5 beeps sound.
To turn on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection System\
s > Park Assist.
REAR VISION CAMERA
When the vehicle is in Reverse, a view of the area directly behind the vehicle displays on the infotainment screen. Vehicle speed must be below 8 mph.
CURB VIEW CAMERAF
The Curb View Camera displays a view of the area in front of the vehicle, including a top down image and left and right images, on the infotainment screen when the vehi-cle is shifted from Reverse to Drive. Vehicle speed must be below 8 mph. Camera view buttons are at the bottom of the \
screen.
Press the FRON T Camera button on the center console or touch the Camera icon on the infotainment screen to also activate the front cameras.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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