CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2021 Performance Get To Know Guide

2021
CORVETTE
PERFORMANCE FEATURES
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
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ance features of your Chevrolet Corvette. Some optional equipment described in this guide may \
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Driver Information Center
INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMANCE FEATURES
Transmission Shift ControlsDriver Information Center Controls
Manual Shift Paddles
Customizable Instrument Cluster
Performance Data RecorderF
Head-Up Display ControlsF (on instrument panel)
Traction Control & StabiliTrak Off/Front Lift SystemF/Curb View CameraF Buttons
Driver Mode ControlZ-Mode Button
Engine Start/Stop Button (on instrument panel)
TACHOMETER REDLINE
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM\
). If the engine is operated with the RPMs in the red warning area at the high end of the\
tachometer, vehicle damage may occur. Do not operate the engine with the RPMs past t\
he redline on the tachometer. The redline is lower when the engine is cold as well as \
during the first 500 mile break-in period.
VEHICLE MESSAGES
Messages displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) indicate the\
status of the vehicle. Some messages can be cleared by pressing the DIC thumbwheel con\
trol on the steering wheel; other messages that require immediate action cannot be c\
leared until that action is performed.
Read your Owner’s Manual to learn about the information being relayed by the lights and gauges of the instrument cluster.
See Introduction in your Owner’s Manual.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER
The Driver Information Center (DIC) on the instru-ment cluster displays a variety of vehicle messages and system information. Use the controls on the right side of the steering wheel to view the main menus on the right side of the cluster:
Trip Computer – Display trip, fuel range and other info pages
Performance – View performance functions and vehicle operation status
Audio – Display media or radio stations; while displayed, use the DIC thum\
bwheel to seek stations
Maintenance – Display status of common maintenance items
Options – Change display information
Simplify – Display only basic information and hide info tiles and the DIC
DIC CONTROLS
Press the or button to move between the display zones.
Rotate the thumbwheel up or down to move through the menus.
Press the thumbwheel to open a menu, or to select or reset an item.
INFO TILES
A number of different info tiles showing the operation of various systems can be selected for display on the left\
side of the instrument cluster. Four tiles are available with the Track display them\
e and two tiles are available with all other display themes.
1. Use the DIC controls to open the Options menu.
2. Scroll to Info Tiles Selection. Press the thumbwheel to enter the menu.
3. Scroll through the avail-able Info Tiles. Press the thumbwheel to select a tile. It will appear on the instrument cluster. See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER
TRIP COMPUTER
• Trip 1
• Trip 2
• Fuel Economy
• Trip Timer
• Current Drive Cycle
PERFORMANCE MENU
• 0–60 Acceleration – time recorded
during acceleration to 60 MPH
• Lap Timer (Linked to Performance Data RecorderF) – record lap times
• Friction Circle – inertia being exerted on the vehicle
MAINTENANCE MENU
• Oil and Transmission Fluid Life
• Air FilterF
• Engine Life
OPTIONS MENU
• Display Design
• Info Tiles Selection
• Speed Warning
• Units
• Tire Pressure
• HUD Rotation
RECONFIGURABLE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
The instrument cluster features 6 display configurations: Sport, Tour, Track, Weather, MyMode, and Z-Mode. The style of the instrument cluster will change depending on the display theme.
1. Use the DIC controls to open the Options menu.
2. Scroll to Display Design. Press the thumbwheel to enter the menu.
3. Scroll through the themes. Press the thumbwheel to select the desired th\
eme.
Each configuration has preset information shown that is linked to the \
selected Driver Mode Control setting. Display other information using the Info Tiles Sel\
ection option.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.F Optional equipment

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To apply the parking brake, press the Parking Brake switch on the left side of the instrument panel.
To release the parking brake, turn on the ignition, press the brake pedal, and then press the switch.
Note: The parking brake will release automatically if the vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an attempt is made to drive.See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
Buckle to Drive prevents the vehicle from shifting out of Park if the en\
gine is running, the brake pedal is pressed, and the driver’s or front passenger’s \
seat belt is not buckled. Buckle the seat belt to shift out of Park. If the seat belt remains unbu\
ckled, the vehicle can be shifted out of Park once the Driver Information Center message tu\
rns off after several seconds. Shifting from Park is prevented once each ignition cycl\
e.
To turn off or on again, go to Settings > Vehicle > Buckle to Drive.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual
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HEAD-UP DISPLAYF (HUD)
The Head-Up Display (HUD) projects some operating information on the windshield. Temporary information, such as audio selec-tions and navigation maneuvers, will also be displayed. The HUD controls are located on the left side of the instrument panel.
HUD HUD
Lift up or press down to adjust the position of the image. It cannot be adjusted side-to-side.
INFO
Press to select from 3 display views: Tour, Sport, or Track.
Brightness
Lift up to brighten or press down to dim the display. Hold down to turn off the display.
ROTATION OPTION
To adjust the angle of the HUD, use the DIC controls to view Options > H\
UD Rotation and select Adjust Mode. Rotate the DIC thumbwheel to adjust the angle. S\
elect OK to save the setting.See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
BUCKLE TO DRIVE

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DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION
The Dual Clutch Transmission provides an extremely connected feel with very fast shift times for maximum performance. The transmission is electronically contro\
lled using the shift switches located on the center console. The selected gear position\
illuminates in red on the shift switch.
Park – Press the P button to shift to Park.
Reverse – Pull the R switch to shift to Reverse.
Neutral – Press and hold the N button until the indicator is red to shift to Neutral.
Drive – Pull the D switch to shift to Drive.
MANUAL MODE
The Dual Clutch Transmission can be shift-ed manually using the paddles behind the steering wheel.
With the transmission in Drive, press the Manual Mode (M) button to shift manually. Pull the left (–) steering wheel paddle to downshift and the right (+) steering wheel paddle to upshift. The current gear is displayed on the instrument cluster and HUDF. The transmission will hold the current gear until a change is requested. Pull the Drive (D) switch to return to Drive.
To engage temporary manual paddle shifts, pull either the left (–) \
or right (+) steering wheel paddle with the transmission in Drive (D). The transmission will\
return to auto-matic shifting after approximately 6 seconds of cruising at steady speed\
s and without any manual shifts or by pulling and holding the right paddle for more th\
an 1 second. Automatic shifting also will return when the vehicle stops.
To downshift to the lowest gear possible for the current vehicle speed, \
pull and briefly hold the left (–) steering wheel paddle.
If vehicle speed is too fast or too slow for the requested gear, the shi\
ft will not occur.
DOUBLE PADDLE DECLUTCH
Double Paddle Declutch allows the vehicle to temporarily disconnect the \
engine from the wheels, similar to shifting to Neutral.
Pull and hold both the left (–) and right (+) steering wheel padd\
les at the same time to activate Double Paddle Declutch. The gear position indicator on the cent\
er console will flash red and the gear position indicator on the instrument cluster wi\
ll turn gray. Release both paddles to exit Double Paddle Declutch.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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The Driver Mode Control system can provide enhanced performance for diff\
erent driving conditions by automatically adjusting the steering, throttle progression\
, shift mode, braking response, suspensionF, traction control, engine sound, instrument cluster theme, and other calibrations (if equipped) in real time. The modes ar\
e displayed on the Driver Information Center.
Rotate the Driver Mode Control knob on the center console to select the \
desired mode:
MyMode – Allows the engine sound, steer-ing, suspensionF, and braking response to be customized to your preference in everyday driving.
Weather – Use during slippery conditions to help control wheel speed.
Tour – Use in normal driving for balanced comfort and handling.
Sport – Use where road conditions or personal preference dictate a more performance-oriented response.
Track – Use when maximum vehicle
performance is desired. Track mode is for closed racetracks.
Z-Mode – Press the Z-Mode button on the steering wheel to activate custom-ized engine sound, steering, suspensionF,
powertrain, and braking response settings for maximum handling.
The mode features vary. Not all vehicles have all features. Allow a few seconds for the changes to be activated before the current mode is displayed.
DRIVER MODE CUSTOMIZATION
The MyMode and Z-Mode settings can be customized in the Settings menu on the infotainment screen.
Go to Settings > Vehicle > MyMode or Z-Mode to change the engine sound, steering, suspensionF, powertrain, and brake response settings.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
DRIVER MODE CONTROL
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DRIVER MODE ATTRIBUTES
The multiple modes available through the Driver Mode Control change the \
settings of various vehicle sub-systems to optimize driving performance. The followi\
ng chart is an overview of the Driver Mode attributes for each mode.
DRIVER MODE CONTROL
ModesMyModeWeatherTour (default)SportTrackZ-Mode
Cluster DisplayTour (default), Sport, Track, Weather
WeatherTourSportTrackTour, Sport (default), Track, Weather
HUD Layout DisplayFTour (default), Sport, Track, Weather
TourTourSportTrackTour, Sport (default), Track, Weather
Informational TitlesTour (default), Sport, Track, Weather
WeatherTourSportTrackTour, Sport (default), Track, Weather
PowertrainNormalWeatherNormalSportTrackNormal, Sport, Track (default), Weather
Throttle ProgressionNormalWeatherNormalNormalTrackNormal, Sport, Track (default), Weather
Transmission Shift ModeNormalWeatherNormalSportTrackNormal, Sport, Track (default), Weather
Active Fuel ManagementEnabled (In 4th–8th gear for mLSD vehicles)
Enabled (In 4th–8th gear for mLSD vehicles)
Enabled (In 4th–8th gear)
Enabled (In 5th–8th gear)
DisableTour, Sport, Track (default), Weather
Traction Control and ESC
NormalWeatherNormalNormalTrackNormal
Competitive Driving Mode or PTMF Availability
UnavailableUnavailableUnavailableCompetitive Driving Mode Available
PTM AvailablePTM Available (if Powertrain setting is set to Track)
Engine SoundStealth, Tour (Default), Sport, TrackF
StealthTourSportTrackStealth, Tour, Sport, Track (Default)
SteeringTour (Default), Sport, TrackTourTourSportTrackTour, Sport (Default), Track
SuspensionFTour (Default), Sport, TrackTourTourSportTrackTour, Sport (Default), Track
Brake ResponseTour (Default), Sport, TrackTourTourSportTrackTour, Sport (Default), Track
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING FEATURES
High-performance driving features are for use at a closed racetrack and \
are not
intended for public roads. It is the driver’s responsibility to opera\
te the vehicle in a safe manner. Read your Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations an\
d information.
TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak electro\
nic stability
control (ESC) system assists with directional control of the vehicle i\
n difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is\
started.
Press the OFF Traction Control/ESC button, located on the center console, once to turn off traction control.
Press and hold the OFF button to turn off both traction control and ESC.
Press the OFF button again to turn on traction control and ESC.
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE
Competitive Driving Mode allows full engine power while electronic stability control helps maintain directional control of the vehicle.
When in Sport or Track mode, press the
OFF Traction Control/ESC button twice to activate Competitive Driving Mode. The Traction Control Off and ESC Off lights will illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Press the OFF Traction Control/ESC
button again to turn off Competitive Driving Mode.
PERFORMANCE TRACTION MANAGEMENT (PTM)F
PTM offers 5 modes of operation, all designed to provide consistent perfor-mance when cornering in a variety of track conditions.
When in Track mode, press the OFF Traction Control/ESC button twice to activate PTM. The Traction Control Off and ESC Off lights will illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Rotate the Driver Mode Control selector to scroll through each PTM mode \
on the instrument cluster.
Press the OFF Traction Control/ESC button again to turn off PTM.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVING FEATURES
PTM MODESF
PTM 1 – WET is for wet or damp conditions. ESC is on and engine power is reduced ba\
sed on conditions.
PTM 2 – DRY is for dry conditions. ESC is on and engine power is slightly reduced.
PTM 3 – SPORT 1 is for dry conditions. ESC is on and additional engine power is availabl\
e.
PTM 4 – SPORT 2 is for dry conditions. ESC is off and engine power is the same as PTM 3\
.
PTM 5 – RACE is for dry conditions. ESC is off and additional engine power is availa\
ble for maximum cornering speed.
LAUNCH CONTROL
Launch Control, available when Competitive Driving Mode or PTM is select\
ed, is a form of traction control that manages tire spin while launching the vehicle to h\
elp achieve high levels of acceleration in a straight line.
With the vehicle not moving and the wheels pointed straight, press the b\
rake pedal very firmly to the floor, rapidly press the accelerator pedal to wid\
e open throttle, and then release the brake pedal while fully pressing the accelerator pedal.\
The system initially limits engine speed and manages wheel slip.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
DRY SUMP OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
To check the oil level, run the engine to operating temperature. With th\
e engine run-ning at idle, check the oil level on the dipstick located on top of the \
external oil tank.
Note: Overfilling the oil tank may lead to an oil leak or engine damage.
The oil and filter should be changed when indicated by the engine oil life system. A Change Engine Oil Soon message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center. Oil and filter change intervals are based on a combination of factors, including engine revolutions, temperature and miles driven. Reset the engine oil life system every time the oil is changed.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ACCESS (CONVERTIBLE MODEL)F
To raise the tonneau cover to the service position:
1. With the vehicle in Park, press and release the Lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold the button on the RKE transmitter.
SERVICE COVERS
The Corvette has several service covers underhood and in the engine comp\
artment that must be opened in order to access certain components. Make sure that all\
covers are properly secured after performing any service checks.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.F Optional equipment