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N1Tr0 V3N0M · 07-30-2017, 10:38 AM

Ok so I have no idea how to use the paddle shifters that I have on my automatic Camaro. And while I was turning I accidentally press on the paddle shifters and the rpm stick dashboard was slowing really slow while not pressing on the gas, and didn't know what to do so I continue driving for 2 minutes before getting home. Can that damage or effect the engine or something? Once the car is turned off will it restart to normal automatic? Or do I have to change back?

Mike J · 07-30-2017, 10:48 AM

No damage done. Any shift that will harm your engine will be denied.when you come to a stop it will automatically swith to automatic or drive mode.

N1Tr0 V3N0M · 07-30-2017, 11:15 AM

So it won't do anything even if I press on them like 3 times, because it sure makes the exhausts louder.

hdkeno · 07-30-2017, 11:23 AM

Try putting the gear shift back into drive instead of M. That should take care of it.

InFiD3ViL · 07-30-2017, 11:25 AM

Word of advice...

Take your car to a very quiet and secluded road and practice with the paddles.

Until then, stay out of 'M' mode.

Jazzzed · 07-30-2017, 11:34 AM

Yes, manual mode will reset after turning the car off or moving the gear shift out of D/M and back in again. You can also hold the right paddle shifter down for 2 to 3 seconds to exit manual mode. And lastly, you can shift between D & M while moving.

N1Tr0 V3N0M · 07-30-2017, 11:55 AM

Yea I was in driving mode and I accidentally press the paddle shift, I am no where near in starting to drive manual, I don't want to mess up the engine or something

InFiD3ViL · 07-30-2017, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Jazzzed

You can also hold the right paddle shifter down for 2 to 3 seconds to exit manual mode.

The early models don't do that, unfortunately. Not sure what year it started.

Mando2776 · 07-30-2017, 03:35 PM

I have a 13 SS auto, and by pressing the right paddle for 3 seconds on M mode, it brings it back to S mode. Like other members have suggested, simply shift to D and it resets to auto.
Paddles are fun to use, practice shifting points on the rpm and you’ll enjoy it in no time.

badcompany · 07-31-2017, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

The early models don't do that, unfortunately. Not sure what year it started.

mine is a 10 and it will go back to sport mode

SlingShot · 07-31-2017, 11:17 AM

When all else fails, READ the instructions...

Royal Tiger · 07-31-2017, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by SlingShot

When all else fails, READ the instructions...

Common sense is forbidden in Internet forum threads.

kmarshall2121 · 07-31-2017, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SlingShot

When all else fails, READ the instructions...

Isnt that kind of what forums are intended for? What if the OP bought the car without a manual? He (or she) is just just asking for friendly advice

G701LE · 07-31-2017, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by kmarshall2121

Isnt that kind of what forums are intended for? What if the OP bought the car without a manual? He (or she) is just just asking for friendly advice

+1

07-30-2017, 10:38 AM	#1
N1Tr0 V3N0M Drives: 2012 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Pearland, tx Posts: 59 View My Garage	Pressing on the paddle shifters in accident while turning Ok so I have no idea how to use the paddle shifters that I have on my automatic Camaro. And while I was turning I accidentally press on the paddle shifters and the rpm stick dashboard was slowing really slow while not pressing on the gas, and didn't know what to do so I continue driving for 2 minutes before getting home. Can that damage or effect the engine or something? Once the car is turned off will it restart to normal automatic? Or do I have to change back?

07-30-2017, 11:25 AM	#5
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,734	Word of advice... Take your car to a very quiet and secluded road and practice with the paddles. Until then, stay out of 'M' mode. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

07-30-2017, 11:34 AM	#6
Jazzzed Drives: 2015 Camaro LT Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Fox Lake, IL Posts: 393	Yes, manual mode will reset after turning the car off or moving the gear shift out of D/M and back in again. You can also hold the right paddle shifter down for 2 to 3 seconds to exit manual mode. And lastly, you can shift between D & M while moving. __________________

07-31-2017, 11:17 AM	#11
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	When all else fails, READ the instructions... __________________

07-30-2017, 10:48 AM	#2
Mike J Drives: 2015 Topless Btch RS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Montreal...Land of mostly Mustangs Posts: 577 View My Garage	No damage done. Any shift that will harm your engine will be denied.when you come to a stop it will automatically swith to automatic or drive mode.

07-30-2017, 11:15 AM	#3
N1Tr0 V3N0M Drives: 2012 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Pearland, tx Posts: 59 View My Garage	So it won't do anything even if I press on them like 3 times, because it sure makes the exhausts louder.

07-30-2017, 11:23 AM	#4
hdkeno Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Enfield CT Posts: 138	Try putting the gear shift back into drive instead of M. That should take care of it.

07-30-2017, 11:55 AM	#7
N1Tr0 V3N0M Drives: 2012 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Pearland, tx Posts: 59 View My Garage	Yea I was in driving mode and I accidentally press the paddle shift, I am no where near in starting to drive manual, I don't want to mess up the engine or something

07-30-2017, 03:35 PM	#9
Mando2776 Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Northridge, CA Posts: 370	I have a 13 SS auto, and by pressing the right paddle for 3 seconds on M mode, it brings it back to S mode. Like other members have suggested, simply shift to D and it resets to auto. Paddles are fun to use, practice shifting points on the rpm and you’ll enjoy it in no time.