Another Camaro PDF - "Getting To Know Your 2010 Camaro"
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Another Camaro PDF - "Getting To Know Your 2010 Camaro"
This should help a lot of you with the learning curve while waiting for your Camaro to come in. See attached at bottom.
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Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important features in your Chevrolet Camaro. More detailed information can be found in your Owner Manual. Some optional equipment described in this guide may not be included in your vehicle. For easy reference, keep this guide with your Owner Manual in your glove box.
- Instrument Panel
- Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
- Remove Vehicle Start
- Driver's Seat Adjustments
- Rear Seats
- Driver Information Center
- Audio System
- Audio Steering Wheel Controls
- Bluetooth System
- Climate Controls
- Exterior/Interior Lighting
- Wipers and Washer
- Sunroof
- Window Indexing
- Door Locks
- Cruise Control
- Automatic Tap Shift
- Manual Transmission Operation
- Stabilitrak/Traction Control Systems
- COMPETITIVE MODE AND LAUNCH CONTROL (V8) (see page 14 to skip right to this one)
- Tires
- Engine Oil Life System
- Battery
- Roadside Assistance
- Chevrolet Owner Center
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I just have to say that I really, really like this part from page 14 (COMPETITIVE MODE AND LAUNCH CONTROL (V8)), even though I ordered an A6.
First the disclaimer...
Yeah, yeah...now for the cool parts...
At least it sounds cool.
First the disclaimer...
Note: Competitive Mode and Launch Control are recommended only for use during closed track events and competitive driving venues. See your Owner Manual.
Competitive Mode
Competitive Mode is an optional handling mode.
• To turn on the Competitive Mode, press the StabiliTrak/Traction Control button
twice quickly. Competitive Mode will be displayed in the Driver Information Center.
• Press the button again to return to normal StabiliTrak/traction control operation
Competitive Mode is an optional handling mode.
• To turn on the Competitive Mode, press the StabiliTrak/Traction Control button
twice quickly. Competitive Mode will be displayed in the Driver Information Center.
• Press the button again to return to normal StabiliTrak/traction control operation
Launch Control (V8 with Manual Transmission)
Launch Control is a form of traction control that optimizes wheelspin while launching the vehicle. It is activated when the vehicle is at a standstill while in Competitive Mode.
When the accelerator pedal is pressed to the floor with the clutch engaged, the RPM is limited to a predetermined level. Releasing the clutch while keeping the accelerator pressed to the floor provides controlled wheelspin and acceleration.
Launch Control is a form of traction control that optimizes wheelspin while launching the vehicle. It is activated when the vehicle is at a standstill while in Competitive Mode.
When the accelerator pedal is pressed to the floor with the clutch engaged, the RPM is limited to a predetermined level. Releasing the clutch while keeping the accelerator pressed to the floor provides controlled wheelspin and acceleration.
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I believe one of the tests said it held 4,000 rpm until you dumped the clutch.
Any owners manual that tell me to hold the gas pedal to the floor and dump the clutch is way cool by me!
I can see that being of great assistance at autocross where start line conditions vary dramatically. On a well prepped drag strip not so much.
Any owners manual that tell me to hold the gas pedal to the floor and dump the clutch is way cool by me!
I can see that being of great assistance at autocross where start line conditions vary dramatically. On a well prepped drag strip not so much.
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aw man, it has the 1-4 skip shift too 
I wonder if using the Launch control feature voids your warranty like in the GT-R
Thanks for posting this Jason
I wonder if using the Launch control feature voids your warranty like in the GT-R
Thanks for posting this Jason
Last edited by AdioSS; Mar 28, 2009 at 05:03 PM.
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...electric blue and neon red gauges???
why???
EDIT: how much work do you think its going to be turning all the indicators and controls to red LEDs? haha
why???
EDIT: how much work do you think its going to be turning all the indicators and controls to red LEDs? haha
Last edited by 1997FormulaBird; Mar 29, 2009 at 02:14 PM.
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what exactly does competitive mode do? is it something in the suspension?
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Installing the Pedders suspension will probably affect the effectiveness of the launch control and stability control, since it will alter the car's handling characteristics. That said, don't get too concerned, because it might affect it for the better.
