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topgun1 · 06-09-2010, 03:00 PM

I can't ever see that thing! I have had to get up on the steering wheel and look behind it to access the light knob or have to look to the left and access it. That's not safe for driving. It's in a terrible spot right behind the large spoke steering wheel. I'm surprised no one has mentioned this yet (or at least I didn't find it). Looks like the 2011's will have it in the same spot.

Shuffler · 06-09-2010, 03:18 PM

It's large, it's round, you don't have to touch it. What exactly is the problem

Hupperware · 06-09-2010, 03:18 PM

They turn on automagically, I say just take the entire switch out...

It is the first thing I noticed though when I got mine home.

*Milk 1027* · 06-09-2010, 03:23 PM

RS package, one click to the right turns on halos, two clicks to the right turns on headlights, One click left turns off automatic lights.

Not that hard and confusing that you have to look where you are turning the knob. It's really not a problem.

topgun1 · 06-09-2010, 03:39 PM

yes, yes, I know how many clicks and what is what, but you really can't see the knob at all when in the driver's seat. Why would you design something that can't be easily seen.

This isn't the case, but so should everyone memorize stereo and A/C functions if they are not clearly visible also?

*Milk 1027* · 06-09-2010, 03:42 PM

why do you need to see it?

How often do you mess around with the lights?
Mine are always on auto, unless I feel like driving with my halos. There's really no reason to look at it.

topgun1 · 06-09-2010, 03:48 PM

I suppose i don't need to see it. Heck, i don't need to see half of the things on the dashboard technically. It just goes against ergonomics. Why make something that is a tangible control with print on it for visuals that you can't see. Yes, I have mine on auto unless I turn my halos on near dusk. It's not a problem, just an unusual placement. End of rant.

HopeRidesAlone · 06-09-2010, 04:21 PM

You shouldnt be looking at a light switch while driving you should be watching the road so you dont wreck your new camaro

2010 SSRS · 06-09-2010, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HopeRidesAlone

You shouldnt be looking at a light switch while driving you should be watching the road so you dont wreck your new camaro

DayDreamer · 06-09-2010, 04:25 PM

So would you prefer them to have everything as a small 1 inch button on the center of your steering wheel just waiting to be pushed? That way you never miss anything...I mean...the exhaustion from leaning 2 inches left kills me...I hate it... I have to go to bed an hour early since getting this poorly designed monster.../sarcasm off

Kyle2k · 06-09-2010, 04:27 PM

I think it is more of getting a feel for the car, then it is a non-issue.

Wizzer · 06-09-2010, 05:22 PM

If you really want a fix lets make the controls on the turn signal not blocked by the steering wheel. Now that's a pain.

skuttduck · 06-09-2010, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by topgun1

yes, yes, I know how many clicks and what is what, but you really can't see the knob at all when in the driver's seat. Why would you design something that can't be easily seen.

This isn't the case, but so should everyone memorize stereo and A/C functions if they are not clearly visible also?

How long have you had the car?

I think I agree that it takes some getting to know the car.

If it is any consolation, the dimmer switch and the fog light switch on my 2000 toyota camry is blocked by its steering wheel.

ron10 · 06-09-2010, 07:57 PM

just doesn't seem like that big a deal to me.never really thought about it.

06-09-2010, 03:00 PM	#1
topgun1 Drives: 10 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Winston-Salem, NC Posts: 1,939 View My Garage	GM--Relocate the light knob, or not. I can't ever see that thing! I have had to get up on the steering wheel and look behind it to access the light knob or have to look to the left and access it. That's not safe for driving. It's in a terrible spot right behind the large spoke steering wheel. I'm surprised no one has mentioned this yet (or at least I didn't find it). Looks like the 2011's will have it in the same spot. __________________ 5th Gen Camaros of the Carolinas SIM, 2SS/RS LS3 5/7/11 453.9 RWHP 427.5 RWTQ VMS Stage 2.5 Comp Cams kit, Cold Air Inductions intake, ADM race scoop, DT 1 3/4" headers, Solo cats, 3" Magnaflow catback, Pypes cutouts, HP tune, H&R SuperSport springs, Eibach sways/spacers, TexasSpeed UD pulley, LSR tensioner pulley, Barton shifter, skip shift eliminator, powder-coated calipers, R1 concept rotors, StopTech pads, Granatelli wires, Lloyds mats, tint, AAC afterburner taillamps, AAC scanner/sidemarkers, SRP pedals, custom engine cover, black bowties, Ridergraphix hood spears.... Last edited by topgun1; 06-13-2010 at 04:18 PM.

06-09-2010, 03:18 PM	#2
Shuffler God Bless Dawson Drives: Synergy for my Daughter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 3,057	It's large, it's round, you don't have to touch it. What exactly is the problem __________________

06-09-2010, 03:23 PM	#4
Milk 1027 Camaro➎ moderator Drives: '13 BLK 1LE Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: AZ Posts: 13,567 View My Garage	RS package, one click to the right turns on halos, two clicks to the right turns on headlights, One click left turns off automatic lights. Not that hard and confusing that you have to look where you are turning the knob. It's really not a problem. __________________

06-09-2010, 03:39 PM	#5
topgun1 Drives: 10 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Winston-Salem, NC Posts: 1,939 View My Garage	yes, yes, I know how many clicks and what is what, but you really can't see the knob at all when in the driver's seat. Why would you design something that can't be easily seen. This isn't the case, but so should everyone memorize stereo and A/C functions if they are not clearly visible also? __________________ 5th Gen Camaros of the Carolinas SIM, 2SS/RS LS3 5/7/11 453.9 RWHP 427.5 RWTQ VMS Stage 2.5 Comp Cams kit, Cold Air Inductions intake, ADM race scoop, DT 1 3/4" headers, Solo cats, 3" Magnaflow catback, Pypes cutouts, HP tune, H&R SuperSport springs, Eibach sways/spacers, TexasSpeed UD pulley, LSR tensioner pulley, Barton shifter, skip shift eliminator, powder-coated calipers, R1 concept rotors, StopTech pads, Granatelli wires, Lloyds mats, tint, AAC afterburner taillamps, AAC scanner/sidemarkers, SRP pedals, custom engine cover, black bowties, Ridergraphix hood spears....

06-09-2010, 03:42 PM	#6
Milk 1027 Camaro➎ moderator Drives: '13 BLK 1LE Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: AZ Posts: 13,567 View My Garage	why do you need to see it? How often do you mess around with the lights? Mine are always on auto, unless I feel like driving with my halos. There's really no reason to look at it. __________________

06-09-2010, 03:18 PM	#3
Hupperware Drives: 2010 Synergy Green Metallic 1LT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 104	They turn on automagically, I say just take the entire switch out... It is the first thing I noticed though when I got mine home.

06-09-2010, 03:48 PM	#7
topgun1 Drives: 10 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Winston-Salem, NC Posts: 1,939 View My Garage	I suppose i don't need to see it. Heck, i don't need to see half of the things on the dashboard technically. It just goes against ergonomics. Why make something that is a tangible control with print on it for visuals that you can't see. Yes, I have mine on auto unless I turn my halos on near dusk. It's not a problem, just an unusual placement. End of rant. __________________ 5th Gen Camaros of the Carolinas SIM, 2SS/RS LS3 5/7/11 453.9 RWHP 427.5 RWTQ VMS Stage 2.5 Comp Cams kit, Cold Air Inductions intake, ADM race scoop, DT 1 3/4" headers, Solo cats, 3" Magnaflow catback, Pypes cutouts, HP tune, H&R SuperSport springs, Eibach sways/spacers, TexasSpeed UD pulley, LSR tensioner pulley, Barton shifter, skip shift eliminator, powder-coated calipers, R1 concept rotors, StopTech pads, Granatelli wires, Lloyds mats, tint, AAC afterburner taillamps, AAC scanner/sidemarkers, SRP pedals, custom engine cover, black bowties, Ridergraphix hood spears....

06-09-2010, 04:21 PM	#8
HopeRidesAlone Drives: 2010 Camaro Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 840 View My Garage	You shouldnt be looking at a light switch while driving you should be watching the road so you dont wreck your new camaro

06-09-2010, 04:25 PM	#10
DayDreamer Along for the ride! Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS IBM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bethlehem, GA Posts: 130	So would you prefer them to have everything as a small 1 inch button on the center of your steering wheel just waiting to be pushed? That way you never miss anything...I mean...the exhaustion from leaning 2 inches left kills me...I hate it... I have to go to bed an hour early since getting this poorly designed monster.../sarcasm off

06-09-2010, 04:27 PM	#11
Kyle2k LVL 50 Troll Stomper Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,463	I think it is more of getting a feel for the car, then it is a non-issue. __________________

06-09-2010, 05:22 PM	#12
Wizzer Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ga Posts: 703	If you really want a fix lets make the controls on the turn signal not blocked by the steering wheel. Now that's a pain.

06-09-2010, 07:57 PM	#14
ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	just doesn't seem like that big a deal to me.never really thought about it.

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