Ride Control Systems

[Mgizzle]

Ur right, just tried it.

[CrystalRedTintcoat]

Originally Posted by Mgizzle

One mistake I think, in competitive mode u dont get the squirly car light on dash, just tc off.

I think you get both. I'll muck with it tomorrow.

[CrystalRedTintcoat]

Originally Posted by PYROLYSIS

1. So to turn TC and ST back on you have to turn the car off and restart?
2. If both the lights come on in competitive mode and when everything is off, how do you know everything is off and you're not in competitive mode? Is it just by holding the button down for 5 seconds?
3. If you turn the car off and you had TC and ST turned off will it remember that or will it default to turning TC and ST back on?

Ozzy answers but the matrix says to start the car or follow the directions below. Sorry, a bit cryptic instructions I realize. The manual felt too wordy ..

[Chevrolet Customer Svc]

Originally Posted by CrystalRedTintcoat

I've added these notes for myself about the RCS options for the 1LE based on the manual. I found the paragraphical form too hard to remember. Read your manual due to all the warnings. These options are for experienced track racers:


Three Ride Control Settings:

1. Traction Control System (TCS)
2. StabilTrak System
3. Competitive Driving Mode

Traction Control System (TCS)

• Limits wheel spin.
• Uses engine and brakes to control spin during acceleration. All driving speeds. Maximum driver control.
• Signals throttle to reduce drive wheel torque.
• Applies brakes during acceleration in certain conditions (e.g.: pavement to ice).
• Turn off when stuck in sand, mud, snow, deep snow, loose gravel to assist a lower speeds.

StabilTrak System

• Electronic stability control.
• Assists with directional control of vehicle.
• Activated when computer senses a discrepancy between intended direction and vehicle's actual direction.
• Applies pressure at any one of brakes to help vehicle steer to the intended direction.

Competitive Driving Mode

• Allows increased performance while accelerating and/or cornering.
• Regulates and optimizes the engine, brakes and suspension performance.

Launch Control

• Available with Competitive Driving Mode
• Achieve high levels of vehicle acceleration in a straight line.
• Form of Traction Control that manages wheel spin when launching.

Here's how to leverage these systems by turning them OFF/ON:

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Thank you for the reminders and the information on these systems. It definitely benefits the community.

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service