4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER
TRIP COMPUTER
• Trip 1
• Trip 2
• Fuel Economy
• Trip Timer
• Current Drive Cycle
PERFORMANCE MENU
• 0–60 Acceleration – time recorded
during acceleration to 60 MPH
• Lap Timer (Linked to Performance Data RecorderF) – record lap times
• Friction Circle – inertia being exerted on the vehicle
MAINTENANCE MENU
• Oil and Transmission Fluid Life
• Air FilterF
• Engine Life
OPTIONS MENU
• Display Design
• Info Tiles Selection
• Speed Warning
• Units
• Tire Pressure
• HUD Rotation
RECONFIGURABLE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
The instrument cluster features 6 display configurations: Sport, Tour, Track, Weather, MyMode, and Z-Mode. The style of the instrument cluster will change depending on the display theme.
1. Use the DIC controls to open the Options menu.
2. Scroll to Display Design. Press the thumbwheel to enter the menu.
3. Scroll through the themes. Press the thumbwheel to select the desired th\
eme.
Each configuration has preset information shown that is linked to the \
selected Driver Mode Control setting. Display other information using the Info Tiles Sel\
ection option.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.F Optional equipment
10
HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING FEATURES
PTM MODESF
PTM 1 – WET is for wet or damp conditions. ESC is on and engine power is reduced ba\
sed on conditions.
PTM 2 – DRY is for dry conditions. ESC is on and engine power is slightly reduced.
PTM 3 – SPORT 1 is for dry conditions. ESC is on and additional engine power is availabl\
e.
PTM 4 – SPORT 2 is for dry conditions. ESC is off and engine power is the same as PTM 3\
.
PTM 5 – RACE is for dry conditions. ESC is off and additional engine power is availa\
ble for maximum cornering speed.
LAUNCH CONTROL
Launch Control, available when Competitive Driving Mode or PTM is select\
ed, is a form of traction control that manages tire spin while launching the vehicle to h\
elp achieve high levels of acceleration in a straight line.
With the vehicle not moving and the wheels pointed straight, press the b\
rake pedal very firmly to the floor, rapidly press the accelerator pedal to wid\
e open throttle, and then release the brake pedal while fully pressing the accelerator pedal.\
The system initially limits engine speed and manages wheel slip.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
DRY SUMP OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
To check the oil level, run the engine to operating temperature. With th\
e engine run-ning at idle, check the oil level on the dipstick located on top of the \
external oil tank.
Note: Overfilling the oil tank may lead to an oil leak or engine damage.
The oil and filter should be changed when indicated by the engine oil life system. A Change Engine Oil Soon message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center. Oil and filter change intervals are based on a combination of factors, including engine revolutions, temperature and miles driven. Reset the engine oil life system every time the oil is changed.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ACCESS (CONVERTIBLE MODEL)F
To raise the tonneau cover to the service position:
1. With the vehicle in Park, press and release the Lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold the button on the RKE transmitter.
SERVICE COVERS
The Corvette has several service covers underhood and in the engine comp\
artment that must be opened in order to access certain components. Make sure that all\
covers are properly secured after performing any service checks.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.F Optional equipment