Difference between M and S mode ???? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

cb2011rs · 10-30-2011, 08:19 AM

I know I am probably being lazy by not looking at my owners manual but what's the difference between these two . Also , when should they be used . I just put it in D and go but for some reason the S mode peaks my interest . Thanks , Chris

cb2011rs · 10-30-2011, 08:52 AM

I am getting out my manual ....Tough crowd.....

Wakemaker89 · 10-30-2011, 08:55 AM

I can't help sorry I have the M6 let us know what you find out though?

todrules · 10-30-2011, 08:55 AM

Just put it in 'R' for 'Race'.

S mode is sports-mode and will shift automatically. M mode is after you tap one of the shift paddles. From then on, you need to manually use the paddles to shift gears.

cb2011rs · 10-30-2011, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by todrules

Just put it in 'R' for 'Race'.

S mode is sports-mode and will shift automatically. M mode is after you tap one of the shift paddles. From then on, you need to manually use the paddles to shift gears.

So sport mode makes the vehicle shift at different points than Drive ?

todrules · 10-30-2011, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by cb2011rs

So sport mode give makes the vehicle shift at different points than Drive ?

That's correct.

It's a ton of fun. You should give it a try. It's like driving a totally different car.

SGOS252382 · 10-30-2011, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by cb2011rs

So sport mode makes the vehicle shift at different points than Drive ?

D = Drive
S = Sport - tranmission will hold each gear a little longer on the upshift and downshift for sportier feel.
M = Manually shifted - once you hit the tap shifts you have to manually upshift each gear.

cb2011rs · 10-30-2011, 09:08 AM

Thanks everyone . Going for a ride to the store . Going in Sport mode ....Woooohoooo !!!! I am already digging this forum . The people here have been courteous to say the least ..... Thanks , Chris

todrules · 10-30-2011, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by cb2011rs

Thanks everyone . Going for a ride to the store . Going in Sport mode ....Woooohoooo !!!! I am already digging this forum . The people here have been courteous to say the least ..... Thanks , Chris

Sweet! Let us know what you think when you get back.

kbui · 10-30-2011, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by cb2011rs

Thanks everyone . Going for a ride to the store . Going in Sport mode ....Woooohoooo !!!! I am already digging this forum . The people here have been courteous to say the least ..... Thanks , Chris

In M mode, you have to upshift on your own, but downshift can either be done by you or the computer. Try downshift on your own into a curve or passing, it's amazing. There is always protection as the computer will deny your shift if it thinks it's not appropriate, so test it out. The manual upshifting is quicker and firmer if you rev up the engine before shifting (with or without easing up on the brake, try both). Have fun....

cam fan · 10-30-2011, 09:34 AM

when my father visited he said that D is "Dad" mode and "S" is son mode

HerRSVert · 10-30-2011, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by cam fan

when my father visited he said that D is "Dad" mode and "S" is son mode

LOL too funny cam fan!

Having the V6 and enjoying it, I can only image the extra the V8 would bring to the table. Downshifting and passing with the V6 is pretty impressive. I've been enjoying the A6.

fab410 · 10-30-2011, 09:45 AM

If you are driving in Sport Mode, and you tap the shifter...you will be in "M" (manual). If you want to switch back to Sport Mode again...hold the right paddle for a few seconds and it will put you back in Sport Mode.

its a syn · 10-30-2011, 09:47 AM

M=more fun

10-30-2011, 08:19 AM	#1
cb2011rs Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Boca Raton , Florida Posts: 306 View My Garage	Difference between M and S mode ???? I know I am probably being lazy by not looking at my owners manual but what's the difference between these two . Also , when should they be used . I just put it in D and go but for some reason the S mode peaks my interest . Thanks , Chris

10-30-2011, 08:55 AM	#3
Wakemaker89 Drives: 2020 Summit White LT1 M6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,033 View My Garage	I can't help sorry I have the M6 let us know what you find out though? __________________ 2020 Summit White LT1 M6

10-30-2011, 08:55 AM	#4
todrules Rollin' Green Drives: 2010 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Atlanta Posts: 196	Just put it in 'R' for 'Race'. S mode is sports-mode and will shift automatically. M mode is after you tap one of the shift paddles. From then on, you need to manually use the paddles to shift gears. __________________

10-30-2011, 09:34 AM	#11
cam fan Drives: fast Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York, NY Posts: 1,262	when my father visited he said that D is "Dad" mode and "S" is son mode __________________ BUILD RECORD

10-30-2011, 09:47 AM	#14
its a syn B.O.D. 02/16/10 Drives: 2010 SGM Sp. Edition 2017 RS Conver Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Albia,Iowa Posts: 3,959 View My Garage	M=more fun __________________

10-30-2011, 08:52 AM	#2
cb2011rs Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Boca Raton , Florida Posts: 306 View My Garage	I am getting out my manual ....Tough crowd.....

10-30-2011, 09:08 AM	#8
cb2011rs Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Boca Raton , Florida Posts: 306 View My Garage	Thanks everyone . Going for a ride to the store . Going in Sport mode ....Woooohoooo !!!! I am already digging this forum . The people here have been courteous to say the least ..... Thanks , Chris

10-30-2011, 09:45 AM	#13
fab410 @fabSSbuild on IG Drives: 2012 Twin Turbo Super Sport Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 864 View My Garage	If you are driving in Sport Mode, and you tap the shifter...you will be in "M" (manual). If you want to switch back to Sport Mode again...hold the right paddle for a few seconds and it will put you back in Sport Mode.

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