COMPETITIVE MODE AND LAUNCH CONTROL (V8) DIRECTIONS - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

CamaroScotty · 03-29-2009, 07:43 AM

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.

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.

Codefive · 03-29-2009, 07:54 AM

That sounds like fun

Is the "pre-determined" RPM adjustable?

FirstLSK · 03-29-2009, 08:08 AM

What about suicide mode, aka burnout mode, aka no training wheels mode?

stikSS · 03-29-2009, 08:17 AM

Thats bada$$! although watching the review videos for Insider, they launched the car with this option, and to me it seemed as if if took the car longer to accelerate from this mode....... my 01 and 02 SS's would pretty much squat and take off with little or no spin, but they were 345hp and 325hp.... this is 426!!!

Emher · 03-29-2009, 08:33 AM

Sounds great Scott, sure will be using that a bit

Quote:

Originally Posted by FirstLSK

What about suicide mode, aka burnout mode, aka no training wheels mode?

I assume you mean traction control/stability control off? It's there as well.

Codefive · 03-29-2009, 08:50 AM

I'm certain you can turn it off as we have already scene Camaros doing burnouts and Livernois had one on the dyno so one could deduce that this is the case.

As for the slower acceleration in the launch mode, I have to wonder if you will be able to "adjust" this via software

RallyFever · 03-29-2009, 08:57 AM

Everything turned off is there - It's called "Competitive Mode"
Same as in the Vettes

StarkyLuv · 03-29-2009, 09:20 AM

Have fun all you spirited drivers!

I think I'll be leaving traction/stabili-control on!

Xmicro_SS · 03-29-2009, 09:23 AM

Everything turned off, otherwise known as "Mens Mode for Men" is the way I like roll.

ChevyBoiSS · 03-29-2009, 09:28 AM

this only for V8 Manual??

RallyFever · 03-29-2009, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChevyBoiSS

this only for V8 Manual??

Launch Control is only for manual(not needed for auto)
Competitive mode is for both

2Muchmark · 03-29-2009, 02:50 PM

According to "Getting to know your new Camaro":

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17007

"Launch Control (V8 with 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 accelrator pedal is pressed to the floor with the clutch engaged, the RPM is limited to a predetermined level. Releaseing the clutch while keeping the accelerator press to the FLOOR provides controlled wheelspin and acceleration".

Did I read this right?

The COMPUTER will help your car FLY off the starting line? If so, this has to be the coolest feature ever in any GM product!

Inspector 17 · 03-29-2009, 02:52 PM

Yes, you read correctly. Launch control isn't exactly "new". There are other GM model (and other manufacturers) with this feature.

ShnOmac · 03-29-2009, 02:53 PM

Yes you are reading correct....... "Launch control" is not always the quickest launch. In a one of the reviews they actually turned it off because the said they could launch the car faster without it. Still a really cool feature though!

03-29-2009, 07:43 AM	#1
CamaroScotty Account Suspended Drives: Your new SLP Camaro! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cedarburg, WI Posts: 6,801	COMPETITIVE MODE AND LAUNCH CONTROL (V8) DIRECTIONS 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. 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.

03-29-2009, 08:08 AM	#3
FirstLSK Dude, I love my car !!!! Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS white rally Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DFW Posts: 811	What about suicide mode, aka burnout mode, aka no training wheels mode? __________________ -------------------------------------------------

03-29-2009, 09:23 AM	#9
Xmicro_SS Thank You GM Drives: Sky Redline & Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,876	Everything turned off, otherwise known as "Mens Mode for Men" is the way I like roll. __________________ ITS HERE! : 2010 Camaro 2SS / 6 Speed Manual (No other way) / Silver Ice Metallic / Inferno Orange Interior Accent / RS Package / Polished Wheels / SOLO MACH X CAT BACK

03-29-2009, 09:28 AM	#10
ChevyBoiSS Drives: 2011 2SS/RS RJT Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 302	this only for V8 Manual?? __________________ Thinking bout Victory Red 1SS/RS with Matte Black Custom Stripes. Automatic Transmission (L99) and apparently a $900 dollar whole in my roof. OHH.. DID I MENTION 24" off THE GROUND?!

03-29-2009, 02:50 PM	#12
2Muchmark Drives: 2013 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Montreal Posts: 857	No Way!!! Am I reading this right? According to "Getting to know your new Camaro": http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17007 "Launch Control (V8 with 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 accelrator pedal is pressed to the floor with the clutch engaged, the RPM is limited to a predetermined level. Releaseing the clutch while keeping the accelerator press to the FLOOR provides controlled wheelspin and acceleration". Did I read this right? The COMPUTER will help your car FLY off the starting line? If so, this has to be the coolest feature ever in any GM product!

03-29-2009, 07:54 AM	#2
Codefive Drives: 1000HP 2010 SSRS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mt. Airy Maryland Posts: 351	That sounds like fun Is the "pre-determined" RPM adjustable?

03-29-2009, 08:17 AM	#4
stikSS 9691 & 97586 Drives: 2010 SS, 1999 SS, 1993 Z28 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sanford, NC Posts: 2,814 View My Garage	Thats bada$$! although watching the review videos for Insider, they launched the car with this option, and to me it seemed as if if took the car longer to accelerate from this mode....... my 01 and 02 SS's would pretty much squat and take off with little or no spin, but they were 345hp and 325hp.... this is 426!!!

03-29-2009, 08:50 AM	#6
Codefive Drives: 1000HP 2010 SSRS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mt. Airy Maryland Posts: 351	I'm certain you can turn it off as we have already scene Camaros doing burnouts and Livernois had one on the dyno so one could deduce that this is the case. As for the slower acceleration in the launch mode, I have to wonder if you will be able to "adjust" this via software

03-29-2009, 08:57 AM	#7
RallyFever Senior Member Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 749	Everything turned off is there - It's called "Competitive Mode" Same as in the Vettes

03-29-2009, 09:20 AM	#8
StarkyLuv Future 5th Gen Owner Drives: 2006 Chevy Equinox AWD/LT Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 412	Have fun all you spirited drivers! I think I'll be leaving traction/stabili-control on!

03-29-2009, 02:52 PM	#13
Inspector 17 I love crepes Drives: 2017 ZL1 NGM A10 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 4,955 View My Garage	Yes, you read correctly. Launch control isn't exactly "new". There are other GM model (and other manufacturers) with this feature.

03-29-2009, 02:53 PM	#14
ShnOmac Drives: 2006 Silverado SS, 2009 G8 GT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PNW Posts: 13,313	Yes you are reading correct....... "Launch control" is not always the quickest launch. In a one of the reviews they actually turned it off because the said they could launch the car faster without it. Still a really cool feature though!

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