instrument cluster CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2021 Performance Get To Know Guide

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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.
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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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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
TRANSMISSION FLUID
The Dual Clutch Transmission fluid and filter should be changed when\
indicated by the transmission fluid life system. A Change Transmission Fluid Soon messa\
ge will be dis-played on the Driver Information Center. Fluid and filter change inter\
vals are based on a combination of factors, including temperature and miles driven. Fluid sh\
ould be changed after every 24 hours of track use. Reset the transmission fluid life s\
ystem every time the fluid is changed. The transmission filter also must be changed a\
t the first oil change interval. Two extra liters of transmission fluid is recommended for tr\
ack use.
RUN-FLAT TIRES
The run-flat tires eliminate the need for a spare tire. The tire desig\
n enables safe
function during and after a loss of pressure for some distance at a mode\
rate speed. Driving only a short distance with a loss of pressure increases the chan\
ce that the tire can be repaired. Contact Roadside Assistance for the nearest run-flat \
tire servicing facility.
SUMMER TIRESF
Your vehicle may be equipped with high-performance summer tires, which h\
ave a special tread and compound that are optimized for maximum dry and wet road perfo\
rmance. The special tread and compound of the tires will have decreased performa\
nce in cold climates and on ice and snow.
Winter or all-season tires are recommended for the vehicle if driving at\
temperatures below approximately 40°F (5°C) or on ice- and snow-covered roads\
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TIRE TEMPERATURE
The Tire Status page under the Performance menu on the Driver Information Center shows individual tire pressures and overall temperature as either Cold, Cool, Normal, Warm, or Hot. A Normal temperature is typical for normal driving and a Warm temperature is typical for aggressive driving.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates wh\
en one or more of the vehicle’s tires is significantly underinflated. Fi\
ll the tires to the proper tire pressures listed on the Tire and Loading Information label, located belo\
w the driver’s door latch. Current tire pressures can be viewed on the Driver Informati\
on Center.
Note: Refer to your Owner’s Manual for information about normal monthly tire maintenance.
TIRE FILL ALERT
With the ignition On or in Accessory mode, the Tire Fill Alert will prov\
ide visual and audible alerts when inflating a tire. When the recommended tire pressu\
re is reached, the horn sounds and the turn signal changes from flashing to a solid light\
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See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.
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