Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
12470550) - 2020 - CRC - 12/17/19
Driving and Operating
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These lights are on when the
vehicle is in the Competitive
Driving Mode.
In order to select this optional
handling mode, the vehicle mode
must be Sport or Track (if equipped
with Performance Traction
Management (PTM), then
Competitive Driving Mode is only
available in Sport). Then quickly
press
g
on the center console two
times. ESC COMPETITIVE MODE
displays in the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
When
g
is pressed again, the
traction off light
i
and StabiliTrak/
ESC OFF light
g
will go out.
Performance Traction
Management (PTM) (if
equipped)
PTM integrates the TCS,
StabiliTrak/ESC, and Magnetic Ride
Control systems to provide
improved and consistent
performance when cornering. The
amount of available engine power is
based on the mode selected, track
conditions, driver skill, and the
radius of each corner.
This light is on when the vehicle is
in the PTM Mode. To select this
optional handling mode, the vehicle
mode must be in Track. Then
quickly press
g
on the center
console two times. Performance
Traction Wet
—
ESC On displays in
the DIC.
To experience the performance
benefit of this system, after entering
a curve and at the point where
normal acceleration occurs, fully
press the accelerator pedal. The
PTM system will modify the level of
engine power for a smooth and
consistent corner exit.
The PTM system contains five
modes. These modes are selected
by turning the MODE switch on the
center console. Scroll through
modes 1
–
5 by turning the mode
control dial.
The following is a DIC display
description and the recommended
usage of each mode:
Performance Traction
–
Wet
ESC On
.
Intended for all driver skill levels.
.
Wet or damp conditions only
—
not intended for use in heavy
rain or standing water.
.
StabiliTrak/ESC is on and
engine power is reduced based
on conditions.
Performance Traction
–
Dry
ESC On
.
For use by less experienced
drivers or while learning a new
track.
.
Dry conditions only.
.
StabiliTrak/ESC is on and
engine power is slightly reduced.