CHEVROLET CAMARO 2019 High Performance Owner Manual

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Adjustable Rear Stabilizer Bar
(ZL1 1LE Only)
The rear stabilizer bar ends have
three attachment positions that
allow the rear roll stiffness of the
vehicle to be adjusted.The stabilizer bar stiffness
increases approximately 15% using
the rearward holes, or decreases
approximately 10% using the
forward holes.
To change the attachment position:
1. Raise and support the rear of the vehicle.
2. Remove the stabilizer bar link nut while holding the ball
stud end.
3. Reposition the stabilizer bar link stud to the desired hole
and tighten to 43 Y(32 lb ft).
Use the same hole position for
both sides of the vehicle.
Wheel Alignment
Track alignment specifications are
for vehicle at curb weight conditions
(full tank of fuel, zero ballast).
Racing and competitive driving
wheel alignment settings can be set
as follows for increased handling
performance:

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Track Wheel Alignment Specifications
Model AxleCaster (Not
Adjustable) Camber Total Toe Steering
Wheel Angle Thrust Angle
Left Right Left Right (Left + Right) (Left
−
Right)/2
ZL1 1LE Track
Alignment Settings Front 7.9° 7.9°
−2.7°
± 0.15° −2.7°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — −2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
ZL1 Track Alignment Settings Front 6.9° 6.9°
−2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — −1.5°
± 0.15° −1.5°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
SS 1LE Track
Alignment Settings Front 6.9° 6.9°
−2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — −1.5°
± 0.15° −1.5°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°
LS/LT 1LE Track
Alignment Settings Front 7.2° 7.2°
−2.0°
± 0.15° −2.0°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05° 0.0° ± 3.5°
—
Rear — — –1.25°
± 0.15°–1.25°
± 0.15° 0.1° ± 0.05°
—0.0° ± 0.1°

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Caution
Using these wheel alignment
settings may cause excessive tire
wear. Only use these wheel
alignment settings for racing or
competitive driving. Excessive tire
wear is not covered under the
vehicle warranty.
Automatic
Transmission
The Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays the current gear selected in
the lower right corner. When Sport
Mode is active, an S is displayed.
If Manual Mode is active, an M
displays next to the current gear
selected.
P :This position locks the drive
wheels. It is the best position to use
when starting the engine because
the vehicle cannot move easily.
{Warning
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the
engine is running. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle
can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
Make sure the shift lever is fully in
P (Park) before starting the engine.
The vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control
system. The regular brake must be
fully applied first and then the shift
lever button must be pressed before
shifting from P (Park) when the
ignition is on. If you cannot shift out
of P (Park), ease pressure on the
shift lever, then push the shift lever
all the way into P (Park) as you

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maintain brake application. Then
press the shift lever button and
move the shift lever into
another gear.
R :Use this gear to back up.
Caution
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving forward could
damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Shift to
R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
is stopped.
N : In this position, the engine does
not connect with the wheels. To
restart the engine when the vehicle
is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
{Warning
Shifting into a drive gear while the
engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal, the
vehicle could move very rapidly.
You could lose control and hit
people or objects. Do not shift
into a drive gear while the engine
is running at high speed.
Caution
Shifting out of P (Park) or
N (Neutral) with the engine
running at high speed may
damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
engine is not running at high
speed when shifting the vehicle. D :
This position is for normal
driving. If more power is needed for
passing, press the accelerator
pedal down.
Caution
If the vehicle does not shift gears,
the transmission could be
damaged. Have the vehicle
serviced right away.
Performance Shifting
While driving in Sport Mode and
Track Mode, if Tap Shift has not
been activated, the transmission
determines when the vehicle is
being driven in a competitive
manner. The transmission may
remain in a gear longer than it
would in the normal driving mode
based on throttle input and vehicle
lateral acceleration. If there is a
rapid reduction in throttle from a
heavy throttle position at high rpm,
the transmission will maintain the
current gear up to near redline rpm.
While braking, the transmission will
automatically downshift to the next

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lower gear keeping engine speed
above approximately 3000 rpm.
If the vehicle is then driven for a
short time at a steady speed, and
without high cornering loads, the
transmission will upshift one gear at
a time, until 10 (Tenth) gear. After
shifting to 10 (Tenth) gear, or coming
to a complete stop, the transmission
will return to normal Sport Mode
shifting.Ride Control Systems
Competitive Driving Mode
Competitive Driving Mode,
Performance Traction Management,
and Launch Control are systems
designed to allow increased
performance while accelerating and/
or cornering. This is accomplished
by regulating and optimizing the
engine, brakes, and suspension
performance. These modes are for
use at a closed course race track
and are not intended for use on
public roads. They will not
compensate for driver inexperience
or lack of familiarity with the race
track. Drivers who prefer to allow
the system to have more control of
the engine, brakes, and suspension
are advised to turn the normal
Traction Control System (TCS) and
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) on.
Caution
Attempting to shift when the drive
wheels are spinning and do not
have traction may cause damage
to the transmission. Damage
caused by misuse of the vehicle
is not covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not attempt to shift
when the drive wheels do not
have traction.
Competitive Driving Mode allows full
engine power while StabiliTrak/ESC
helps maintain directional control of
the vehicle by selective brake
application. In this mode, TCS is off
and Launch Control is available.
Adjust your driving style to account
for the available engine power. See
“Launch Control” later in this
section.
Do not use cruise control in
performance driving situations.
When StabiliTrak/ESC is in a
performance driving state by
pressing
Ytwice for Competitive

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Driving Mode or Performance
Traction Management Mode, or by
pressing and holding
Yfor
five seconds to turn StabiliTrak/ESC
off, the cruise control buttons on the
left side of the steering wheel will be
inoperative.
To regain cruise control capability,
press
Yonce to return to regular
StabiliTrak/ESC operation.
Performance Traction
Management (PTM) (ZL1 Only)
PTM is not available on
convertibles. Convertibles have
Competitive Driving Mode instead.
See “Competitive Driving Mode”
previously in this section.
PTM integrates the TCS,
StabiliTrak/ESC, and Competitive
Driving Mode systems to provide
improved and consistent
performance when cornering. The
amount of available engine power is
based on the mode selected, track
conditions, driver skill, and radius of
each corner.
These lights are on when the
vehicle is in PTM Mode.
With Track Mode engaged, select
the optional handling mode by
pressing
Ytwo times. A menu with
the PTM modes will appear.
. Wet
. Dry
. Sport 1
. Sport 2
. Race
To experience the performance
benefit of PTM, after entering a
curve and at the point where you
would normally start to increase
acceleration, fully press the
accelerator pedal. The PTM system
will modify the level of engine power
for a smooth and consistent
corner exit.

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To select a mode while in PTM,
press MODE up or down.
PTM Wet
‐Intended for all driver skill levels.
‐ Ideal for wet or damp conditions
only; not intended for heavy rain
or standing water.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is on and engine
power is reduced based on
conditions.
PTM Dry
‐ For use by less experienced
drivers or while learning a new
track. ‐
Dry conditions only.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is on and engine
power is reduced based on
conditions.
PTM Sport 1
‐ For use by drivers familiar with
the track.
‐ Dry conditions only.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is on and more
engine power is available than
lower modes.
PTM Sport 2
‐ For use by drivers familiar with
the track.
‐ Dry conditions only.
‐ StabiliTrak/ESC is off and engine
power available is the same as in
Sport 1.
PTM Race
‐ For use by drivers familiar with
the track.
‐ Dry conditions only. ‐
StabiliTrak/ESC is off and engine
power is available for maximum
cornering speed.
In any PTM Mode, Launch Control
is available. Use PTM Race for the
most consistent performance during
drag strip use. See “Custom Launch
Control” in Track Events and
Competitive Driving in the owner ’s
manual.
Press and release
Yto turn off
PTM and return to TCS and
StabiliTrak/ESC. The traction off
light
iand StabiliTrak/ESC OFF
light
gwill go out.
Launch Control
If equipped, Launch Control is
available within Competitive Driving
Mode and Performance Traction
Management (PTM) to allow high
levels of vehicle acceleration in a
straight line. Launch Control is a
form of traction control that
manages tire spin while launching
the vehicle. This feature is intended
for use during closed course race

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events where consistent zero to
60 and quarter mile times are
desirable.
Launch Control is only available
when the following criteria are met:
.Competitive Driving Mode is
selected or any of the
Performance Traction
Management modes are
selected. The traction off light
comes on in the instrument
cluster and the appropriate
Driver Information Center (DIC)
message displays.
. The vehicle is not moving.
. The steering wheel is pointing
straight.
Manual Transmissions
. The clutch is fully pressed and
the transmission is in
1 (First) gear.
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied and held to wide open
throttle. Launch Control will initially limit
engine speed as you rapidly apply
the accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle. Allow the engine rpm to
stabilize. A smooth, quick release of
the clutch, while maintaining the
fully pressed accelerator pedal, will
manage wheel slip.
Automatic Transmissions
.
The brake pedal is firmly
pressed to the floor, equivalent
to a panic brake event.
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied to wide open throttle.
If the vehicle rolls due to wide
open throttle, release the
throttle, press the brake pedal
more firmly, and re-apply the
accelerator to wide open throttle.
Launch Control will initially limit
engine speed as you rapidly apply
the accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle. Allow the engine rpm to
stabilize. A smooth, quick release of
the brake pedal, while maintaining
the fully pressed accelerator pedal,
will manage wheel slip. After the vehicle is launched, the
system continues in Competitive
Driving Mode or PTM.
Competitive Driving Mode, PTM,
and Launch Control are systems
designed for a closed course race
track and not intended for use on
public roads. The systems are not
intended to compensate for lack of
driver experience or familiarity with
the race track.
Custom Launch Control may be
available through the Settings
menu, if equipped. See
“Custom
Launch Control” in Track Events
and Competitive Driving in the
owner ’s manual.
Limited-Slip Differential
The Electronic Limited-Slip
Differential (eLSD) is a hydraulically
actuated clutch system. It can
infinitely vary the clutch
engagement between 0 and
200Y(147 lb ft) of breakaway
torque between the rear wheels.
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within 0.150 seconds when
necessary. Smaller clutch
adjustments happen even faster.
The eLSD:
.Uses the vehicle sensors and
driver inputs to determine the
optimum amount of clutch
engagement for the conditions.
. Improves traction while
cornering by changing the
engagement to achieve a
balance between directional
control and acceleration.
. Provides optimal engagement
for high-speed control and
stability without affecting precise
steering and turn-in.
. Improves vehicle stability during
spirited driving and evasive
maneuvers. Is fully integrated
with the Active Handling and
Performance Traction
Management (PTM) systems. There are unique calibrations based
on the Traction Control System
(TCS) setting. eLSD modes change
automatically when
Yis pressed.
No unique input from the driver is
required.
. Mode 1 is the standard mode
when the vehicle is started.
It provides a touring calibration
with an emphasis on vehicle
stability. Mode 1 is also used in
PTM Wet mode.
. Mode 2 is engaged when both
TCS and StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) are
turned off. This calibration
provides more nimble corner
turn-in, and is biased for better
traction out of corners. .
Mode 3 is engaged when PTM is
engaged in Dry, Sport 1 & 2, and
Race modes. This is a nimble
calibration with similar
functionality as eLSD Mode 2,
however, it is integrated to work
with PTM.
. Mode 4 is engaged when TCS is
selected off, but StabiliTrak/ESC
remains on. Vehicle stability is
still the priority, while allowing for
optimized traction out of corners.
The ZL1 coupe and SS 1LE are
calibrated uniquely and optimized
for their unique powertrain and
chassis combinations.

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Fuel
Top Tier Fuel
GM recommends the use of TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep
the engine clean, reduce engine
deposits, and maintain optimal
vehicle performance. Look for the
TOP TIER Logo or see
www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers
and applicable countries.
Recommended Fuel
Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or
FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with
ethanol levels greater than 15% by
volume.
Use premium unleaded gasoline
meeting ASTM specification D4814
with a posted octane rating of 93.
If unavailable, unleaded gasoline
with a posted octane rating of
91 may be used, but with reduced
performance and fuel economy.
If the octane is less than 91, the
engine could be damaged and the
repairs would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. If heavy knocking
is heard when using gasoline rated
at 93 octane, the engine needs
service.
Prohibited Fuels
Caution
Do not use fuels with any of the
following conditions; doing so
may damage the vehicle and void
its warranty:. For vehicles that are not
FlexFuel, fuel labeled
greater than 15% ethanol by
volume, such as mid-level
ethanol blends (16–50%
ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel.
. Fuel with any amount of
methanol, methylal,
ferrocene, and aniline.
These fuels can corrode
metal fuel system parts or
damage plastic and rubber
parts.
. Fuel containing metals such
as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl
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