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TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS
The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak® stability control system
assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems
turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
Press the
Traction Control/
StabiliTrak Off button on the center
console to turn off traction control.
Press and hold the button to turn off
both traction control and StabiliTrak.
Press the button again to turn on
traction control and StabiliTrak.
DRIVER MODE CONTROL
Up to four selectable driver modes are available that adjust various vehicle control sys-
tems based on driving preferences, weather or road conditions. The modes are displayed
on the instrument cluster: Tour (default mode), Sport (will remain active at next ignition
cycle if selected), Snow/Ice (automatic transmission), and Track
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1. Press the
MODE button on the center console to view the current mode.
2. Press the
MODE button again to scroll through the four modes.
COMPETITIVE MODE AND LAUNCH CONTROL
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Note: Competitive Mode and Launch Control are recommended only for use on closed course tracks.
Competitive Mode
Competitive Mode is an optional handling mode that allows increased performance while
accelerating and cornering.
To turn on Competitive Mode, press the
Traction Control/StabiliTrak Off button
twice quickly while in the Sport or Track Mode. Competitive Mode will display on the
instrument cluster.
Press the button again to return to normal traction control/StabiliTrak operation.
Launch Control
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 on level ground, with the front
wheels straight, while in Competitive Mode.
Press the accelerator pedal to the floor with the clutch engaged (manual transmis-
sion in 1st gear) or the brake pedal firmly applied (automatic transmission); release
the clutch or brake while keeping the accelerator pedal pressed to the floor for
controlled wheelspin and acceleration.
Note: The brake cooling deflectors should be installed on SS models before closed course track events.
The brake cooling deflectors should be removed once the track event is completed.
SUMMER PERFORMANCE TIRES
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Your vehicle may be equipped with high-performance summer tires that are optimized
for maximum dry and wet road performance. It is recommended to install winter tires in
cold temperatures. See your Chevrolet dealer for information about winter tires.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING FEATURES
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Optional equipment