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.The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle
due to a regulation by time or season or
any other regulation which may be given.
.Some routes might not be searched.
.The route to the destination might not be
shown if there are new roads, if roads
have recently changed, or if certain roads
are not listed in Maps.
To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the
map, park with the vehicle running for two
to five minutes, until the vehicle position
updates. Make sure the vehicle is parked in
a location that is safe and has a clear view
of the sky and away from large
obstructions.
Voice Recognition
If equipped, Google Assistant allows for
hands-free use of media and messaging,
navigation and climate control functionality
in the vehicle. This feature can be started by
pressing
gon the steering wheel, touching
Google Assistant on the Home screen, or by
using the wake up words “Hey Google”or
“OK Google.”
However, not all features within these areas
are supported by voice commands and
requires the user to have a valid data subscription plan or connected to WiFi in
order to use some of the Google Assistant
features.
Using Voice Recognition
Voice recognition becomes available once
the system is initialized. This begins when
the vehicle is turned on. Initialization may
take a few moments.
1. Press
gon the steering wheel controls,
touch Google Assistant on the Home
screen, or use the wake up words “Hey
Google” or“OK Google” to activate voice
recognition. Google Assistant must be set
as the Default Assistant for the
gand
the wake word options to work.
2. Clearly speak one of the commands described later in this section.
Canceling Google Assistant
.Presscon the steering wheel controls
to cancel the Google Assistant request.
Helpful Hints for Speaking Commands
Voice recognition identifies commands that
are naturally stated in sentence form,
or direct commands that state the
application and the task. For best results:
.Speak the command naturally, not too
fast, not too slow.
.Use direct commands without a lot of
extra words. For example,
“Call
at work,” “Play” followed by the artist or
song name, or “Play”followed by the
radio station number.
Direct commands are more clearly
understood by the system. An example of a
direct command is “Dial .”
If a cell phone number was saved with a
name and a place, the direct command
should include both. For example “Call
at work.”
Voice Recognition for the Radio
When voice is started, the voice recognition
commands for AM, FM, SiriusXM (if
equipped), and media apps (if supported) are
available.
“Play AM” :Tune to the
radio station frequency identified in the
command (like “nine fifty”).
“Play FM” :Tune to the
radio station frequency identified in the
command (like “one oh one point one”).

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4. While holding the center support tubeholes, turn the spring seat (1) upward to
increase spring preload, or downward to
decrease spring preload.
5. Thread the lower lock nut (2) back on to the center support tube and torque it
against the spring seat (1) to 25 Y
(18.4 lb ft).
Load Limit (Stingray Z51)
Limit vehicle load to the driver only, with no
other cargo. Inflate the front tires to 160 kPa
(23 psi) and the rear tires to 165 kPa (24 psi).
Drive at a maximum speed of 296 km/h
(184 mph).
Road Course target hot pressures are
220–240 kPa (32–35 psi). Value will vary
based on driving style, track, temperature,
and weather conditions. See Tire Pressure for
High-Speed Operation 0287 for high speed
non-track use.
Load Limit (Z06 and E-Ray)
Tracks with Combined High-Speed and
High-Load Corners
(e.g., Nurburgring Nordschliefe, Spa
Francorchamps, or similar) Limit the vehicle to the driver and one
passenger, with no additional cargo.
Z06
—Cold Tire Pressure Requirement:
Inflate tires to no less than 210 kPa (30 psi)
front and rear, cold.
E-Ray —Cold Tire Pressure Requirement:
Inflate tires to no less than 180 kPa (26 psi)
front and rear, cold.
Hot Tire Pressure Target Range: 220 –
240 kPa (32-35 psi).
Road/Street Courses
(e.g., Virginia International Raceway, Road
Atlanta, or similar)
Limit the vehicle to the driver and one
passenger, with no additional cargo.
Cold Tire Pressure Requirement: Inflate tires
to no less than 165 kPa (24 psi) front and
rear, cold.
Hot Tire Pressure Target Range: 220 –
240 kPa (32-35 psi).
See Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
0 287 for high speed non track use.
Wheel Alignment
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.
Caution
Do not use power tools when removing
or installing the fasteners. Damage to the
threads may occur. Use hand tools only,
and do not overtighten. Hand start the
fasteners to ensure that the threads do
not bind or cross thread.
The racing and competitive driving wheel
alignment settings should be set as
described here.

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Standard Exit :Engine power is reapplied to
the wheels gently to support normal vehicle
operation on public roads. This occurs when
paddles are released under any of the these
conditions:
.Accelerator pedal is fully released
.Vehicle speed is above 10 km/h (6 mph)
.Vehicle is in R (Reverse)
.Paddles are released separately
If the vehicle was in Temporary Manual
Paddle Shift mode before entering Double
Paddle Declutch, the vehicle will return to
D (Drive) with automatic shifting upon
exiting Double Paddle Declutch.
Rapid Exit : This is intended for use at a
closed course race track and not on public
roads. Engine power is reapplied to the
wheels quickly to support spirited driving.
The rate of launch is dependent on how
much the accelerator pedal is pressed when
the paddles are released. The further the
accelerator pedal is pressed, the greater the
rate of launch. Tire spin may occur if the
Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off
while performing a Rapid Exit. Rapid Exit
launch occurs when all of the following
conditions are met:
.Vehicle speed is below 10 km/h (6 mph)
.Vehicle is in D (Drive) or
M (Manual Mode)
.Both paddles are released at the
same time
With the accelerator fully pressed and the
engine at the rev limiter, peak performance
only occurs if the paddles are released
within a short period of time after reaching
the rev limit (i.e., a few seconds).
Manual Launch : While the vehicle is in
Double Paddle Declutch, Manual Launch can
be activated to gain more precise control
over the engine speed to prepare for a
Standard or Rapid Exit. To activate this
feature, first enter Double Paddle Declutch,
then release and repull either the + paddle
or −paddle while keeping the opposite
paddle held. The Performance Transmission
Active Light will illuminate in the gauge
cluster to indicate that Manual Launch has
been activated. See Performance
Transmission Active 093. When Manual
Launch is active, the engine will respond
differently when the accelerator pedal is
pressed compared to normal Double Paddle
Declutch. The accelerator pedal must be
pressed further to increase the engine rpm
and a lower engine rpm limit will be
applied. This feature also provides faster engine response during a Rapid Exit if any
of the Performance Traction Management
(PTM) modes or Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Off has been selected. To exit Manual
Launch, release both the + paddle and
−
paddle. The vehicle will also exit Double
Paddle Declutch and the engine will
reconnect to the wheels. A Standard Exit or
Rapid Exit will be performed based on the
same conditions listed previously.
{Warning
When exiting Double Paddle Declutch, the
vehicle may move rapidly. You could lose
control and cause a crash with nearby
people or objects. Be ready to release the
accelerator pedal or apply the brakes
immediately if the vehicle moves too
quickly. Do not use the Double Paddle
Declutch when people or objects are near.
Drive Systems
All-Wheel Drive
If equipped with E-Ray, advanced electric
All-Wheel Drive (eAWD) delivers power to all
four wheels and adjusts automatically to the
driving conditions. The eAWD system
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pedal pulsation, and/or pedal movement
during this time may occur. Continue to
apply the brake pedal as the driving
situation dictates. Brake Assist disengages
when the brake pedal is released.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
{Warning
Do not rely on the HSA feature. HSA does
not replace the need to pay attention
and drive safely. You may not hear or
feel alerts or warnings provided by this
system. Failure to use proper care when
driving may result in injury, death,
or vehicle damage. SeeDefensive Driving
0 157.
When the vehicle is stopped on a grade, Hill
Start Assist (HSA) prevents the vehicle from
rolling in an unintended direction during the
transition from brake pedal release to
accelerator pedal apply. The brakes release
when the accelerator pedal is applied. If the
accelerator pedal is not applied within a few
minutes, the Electric Parking Brake will
apply. The brakes may also release under
other conditions. Do not rely on HSA to hold
the vehicle. HSA is available when the vehicle is facing
uphill in a forward gear, or when facing
downhill in R (Reverse). The vehicle must
come to a complete stop on a grade for HSA
to activate.
Regenerative Braking
E-Ray models have a regenerative braking
system that activates when the brake pedal
is applied.
Regenerative braking captures some of the
energy from the moving vehicle and turns it
back into electrical energy. This energy is
then stored back into the high voltage
battery system, contributing to increased
energy efficiency.
The brake system uses regenerative braking,
conventional hydraulic braking, or a
combination of both as appropriate.
When the brake pedal is applied, a slight
sound may be heard. This is normal.
Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control
The vehicle has a Traction Control
System (TCS) and a StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system. These
systems help limit wheel spin and assist the
driver in maintaining control, especially on
slippery road conditions.
TCS activates if it senses that the rear
wheels are spinning too much or are
beginning to lose traction. When this
happens, TCS applies the brakes to the
spinning wheel and reduces engine power
(by closing the throttle and managing
engine spark) to limit wheel spin.
StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the vehicle
senses a difference between the intended
path and the direction the vehicle is actually
traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies
braking pressure to any one of the vehicle
wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping
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If cruise control is being used when TCS
begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control
will automatically disengage. Cruise control
may be reengaged when road conditions
allow. SeeCruise Control 0212.
If the driver disables TCS, cruise control will
disengage. Cruise control will also be
disabled if Performance Traction
Management (PTM) is selected, or if
StabiliTrak is turned off.
Both systems come on automatically when
the vehicle is started and begins to move.
The systems may be heard or felt while
they are operating or while performing
diagnostic checks. This is normal and does
not mean there is a problem with the
vehicle.
It is recommended to leave both systems on
for normal driving conditions, but it may be
necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the
Vehicle Is Stuck 0173 and “Turning the
Systems Off and On” later in this section.
The indicator light for both systems is in the
instrument cluster. This light will:
.Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin
.Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated
.Flash when ABS is active
.Turn on and stay on when either system
is not working
If either system fails to turn on or to
activate, a message displays in the Driver
Information Center (DIC), and
=comes on
and stays on to indicate that the system is
inactive and is not assisting the driver in
maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to
drive, but driving should be adjusted
accordingly.
If
=comes on and stays on:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds.
3. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle. If
=comes on and
stays on, the vehicle may need more time
to diagnose the problem. If the condition
persists, see your dealer.
Turning the Systems Off and On
The TCS/StabiliTrak/ESC button is on the
center console.
Caution
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate
heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle
driveline could be damaged.

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To turn off only TCS, press and release@.
The Traction Off light
iilluminates in the
instrument cluster. To turn TCS on again,
press and release
@. The Traction Off light
idisplayed in the instrument cluster will
turn off.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when
@is
pressed, the system will not turn off until
the wheels stop spinning.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC,
press and hold
@until the Traction Off
light
iand StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light@
illuminate and stay on in the instrument
cluster.
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on again,
press and release
@. The Traction Off light
iand StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light@in the
instrument cluster turn off.
If the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
system is malfunctioning and the DIC
displays SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM,
StabiliTrak/ESC will be affected as follows:
.StabiliTrak/ESC cannot be turned off by
the driver.
.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 0232.
For Z06 Models Only
When the convertible top is down or the
removable hard top is removed from the
vehicle and ESC is in Competitive Mode,
Performance Traction Management (PTM)
mode, or if it has been turned off, the ESC
Off light will turn off when the vehicle
exceeds 160 km/h (100 mph), indicating that
StabiliTrak/ESC is fully enabled.
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) allows the driver
to adjust the overall driving experience to
better suit preference by selecting different
modes.
Drive mode availability and affected driver
systems are dependent upon vehicle trim
level, region, and optional features. Driver
modes may include: Weather, Tour, Sport,
and Track, along with two customizable
modes: My mode and Z-mode.
If equipped with E-Ray, there are two
additional EV drive modes and a Hybrid
Battery Charging (Charge+) feature. The two
EV drive modes, Shuttle and Stealth mode,
can be used without turning on the engine.
The Charge+ feature affects how each drive
mode operates.
Climate controls are disabled when in EV
drive modes, since the engine needs to be
running to generate heat or operate the air
conditioning system. The engine autostarts
when climate controls are turned on.
If equipped, the heated and cooled seats,
and the heated steering wheel are enabled
in EV drive modes.

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Mode Description
uWeather :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 0173. 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 when road conditions or
personal preference demand a more
controlled response. When this mode is
selected, the vehicle will immediately
downshift. The steering will change to
provide more precise control. If the vehicle
has Magnetic Ride Control, the suspension
will change to provide better cornering
performance.
Competitive mode can be accessed through
this mode. See Performance Driving 0206.
tTrack : Use for closed race tracks. Use
when maximum vehicle handling is desired.
When in Track mode, the dual clutch
transmission and steering will adjust to
track settings. In this mode the vehicle also
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 time when
spirited driving is no longer detected.
If equipped, this mode also modifies real
time damping, exhaust valve tuning, engine
sound, brake pedal feel, Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) performance and Traction
Control System (TCS) performance.
Performance Traction Management (PTM)
can be accessed through this mode. See
“Performance Traction Management,” later
in this section.
qMy Mode : Use to personalize everyday
driving. This mode allows the driver to
configure the driver systems to their driving
preferences. This mode modifies the suspension, steering, brake feel, and engine
sound. My mode will remain active across
ignition cycles.
Through the center display, the following
vehicle subsystems may be available for
customization in this mode:
Engine Sound:
Stealth, Tour, Sport, Track
Steering: Tour, Sport, Track
Suspension: Tour, Sport, Track
Brake Feel: Tour, Sport, Track
For a more detailed description on how each
driver system is changed, see “Drive Mode
Customization,” later in this section.
Additionally the cluster theme can be set up
using the display menu in the cluster.
vMode : Use to personalize dynamic
driving. This mode allows the driver to
configure the driver systems to their own
preference for maximum handling. Z-mode
further enhances the experience by adding
powertrain customization. This mode
modifies Engine/Shift, Brake Feel, Steering,
Suspension, Engine Sound, and, Performance
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Through the center display, the driver can
customize multiple settings. The following
vehicle subsystems may be available for
customization in this mode:
Engine Sound:Stealth, Tour, Sport, Track
Steering: Tour, Sport, Track
Suspension: Tour, Sport, Track
Engine/Shift: Weather, Tour, Sport, Track
Brake Feel: Tour, Sport, Track
PTM: Off, Wet, Dry, Sport, Race 1, Race 2
For a more detailed description on how each
driver system is changed, see “Drive Mode
Customization,” later in this section. For
more information on PTM, see “Performance
Traction Management,” later in this section.
Additionally, the cluster theme can be set
up using the display menu in the cluster.
E-Ray Only
Hybrid Battery Charging (Charge+)
The Charge+ feature is used to quickly
charge the high voltage battery to near
maximum State of Charge (SOC). This
feature is useful to prepare for maximum
effort at a racetrack or Stealth mode use. By
activating the Charge+ feature, it rapidly
increases the hybrid battery SOC status into the blue 100% full zone. See
Power Indicator
Gauge 087. When the Charge+ feature is
enabled, the battery SOC may still deplete
during aggressive driving.
The Charge+ feature can be used in
conjunction with any drive mode except
Stealth or Shuttle mode.
On a racetrack, using the Charge+ feature
optimizes the high voltage battery discharge
rate for sustaining continuous lapping or to
set your fastest lap. When the Charge+
feature is enabled, a strategic discharge rate
is activated, which is the best for continuous
lapping on the racetrack. When the Charge+
feature is off, a maximum discharge rate
occurs, which is best for setting the fastest
lap time. For additional details on vehicle
track preparation, see Chevrolet.com >
Corvette Experience > Guides > Track Prep
Guide.
Do not leave the Charge+ feature on longer
than needed since extra fuel may be
consumed due to aggressive charging.
Charge+ draws on engine power to help
recharge the battery quickly, rather than
charging efficiently through brake or coast
regen. When the high voltage battery is full,
no additional regen energy of any type can
be captured. When the Charge+ feature is turned off, the
high voltage propulsion system efficiently
uses battery energy to improve fuel
economy or performance. This allows room
in the high voltage battery for the next
regen charging opportunity. The high
voltage battery automatically seeks its
nominal SOC in the white zone of the
Hybrid Battery Gauge, between 50-80%. The
SOC status is displayed in the HYBRID
BATTERY info tile, and is shown in the blue
Hybrid Battery state. See
“Info Tiles”in
Instrument Cluster 081.
The Charge+ feature is only effective when
the car is being driven. Optimal high voltage
battery charging occurs when the vehicle
speed exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph).