Does traction control shut off throttle?
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Melting Slicks
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Does traction control shut off throttle?
One of my underpriveledged friends (I won't mention any names, but he's kind of a loser ;) ) thinks that traction controls works via the cars brakes.....I say the car pulls the throttle when it starts slipping.......anyone know the answer?
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (OliverM5)
I will read my service manual tonight and get the whole scoop and repost to confirm but I BELIEVE:
TC works by applying brakes to a particular (or more if necessary) wheels.
I KNOW that if the clutch skips the motor can radically pull timing.
Tell your underprivileged friend that he's quite a sport to even be friends with a guy like you!
SFO
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TC works by applying brakes to a particular (or more if necessary) wheels.
I KNOW that if the clutch skips the motor can radically pull timing.
Tell your underprivileged friend that he's quite a sport to even be friends with a guy like you!
SFO
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (2000^C5)
Ed,
I think you got TC mixed up with active handling.
AH works with the breaks, TC works by cutting engine power.
I think you got TC mixed up with active handling.
AH works with the breaks, TC works by cutting engine power.
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (2000^C5)
AH works with the breaks, TC works by cutting engine power.
[Modified by QuickSilver97, 6:28 PM 6/3/2002]
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (EdwardETraylorIII)
2000,
Is that so? Really? I'm not being a smart-butt, but could you document this?
Is that so? Really? I'm not being a smart-butt, but could you document this?
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (OliverM5)
TC cuts engine power. Ever try spinning your wheels on ice? Active handling applies the brakes selectively to keep the car tracking straight. Don't ask me about the power loss between shifts. Would like a certain and knowledgeable person to explain. No guessing allowed.
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (jfpilla)
TC cuts engine power. Ever try spinning your wheels on ice? Active handling applies the brakes selectively to keep the car tracking straight. Don't ask me about the power loss between shifts. Would like a certain and knowledgeable person to explain. No guessing allowed.
Tom
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (tscales)
I drove a '02 Camaro SS and they only have traction control, no active handling. Upon trying to leave a stop light heavy, the next thing I noticed was the terrible smell of the brake pads which were working against me. The Camaro SS uses brakes only for traction control. The C5 is smarter and pulls power.
I have a string tied around my finger to remind me to hold down my button for 5 seconds every time I get in. I will only drive in competitive mode, once I forgot against a Cobra and it was just plain embarrassing! :(
I have a string tied around my finger to remind me to hold down my button for 5 seconds every time I get in. I will only drive in competitive mode, once I forgot against a Cobra and it was just plain embarrassing! :(
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (03LingenfelterC5)
I believe that TC uses a combination of brakes and reduced throttle to keep the back tires in line. Depends on the severity of the traction loss.
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (jfpilla)
Folks,
If you're going to make these claims I need your source documented.
I reviewed two of the three volumes <all I've got> and the "updates" book and I couldn't find the answer to the question....
If you're going to make these claims I need your source documented.
I reviewed two of the three volumes <all I've got> and the "updates" book and I couldn't find the answer to the question....
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (OliverM5)
Traction Control on the C5 works by retarding the throttle when rear wheel spin is detected via the wheel sensors.
If you've ever had it kick in, you know how it feels. You just sit there (it seems like forever), waiting for the computer to give you back control of the throttle. It can be really exciting when you've punched it to get out into traffic and the computer chops the throttle.
Active Handling works by selectively applying the brakes at each wheel to control yaw (spin) and keep the car moving in the direction the computer thinks you want to go.
Competition Mode allows you to turn off Traction Control while keeping Active Handling active.
Our TracActive Controller does this for you automatically when you start the car!
Mike :flag
If you've ever had it kick in, you know how it feels. You just sit there (it seems like forever), waiting for the computer to give you back control of the throttle. It can be really exciting when you've punched it to get out into traffic and the computer chops the throttle.
Active Handling works by selectively applying the brakes at each wheel to control yaw (spin) and keep the car moving in the direction the computer thinks you want to go.
Competition Mode allows you to turn off Traction Control while keeping Active Handling active.
Our TracActive Controller does this for you automatically when you start the car!
Mike :flag
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (Mike Schriber)
Well there you have it Oliver! Tell your friend that he truly is underprivileged!
But remember... If you can't remember to turn OFF AH/TC before you use your nitrous - then you shouldn't be spraying in the first place! :seeya
But remember... If you can't remember to turn OFF AH/TC before you use your nitrous - then you shouldn't be spraying in the first place! :seeya
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (EdwardETraylorIII)
I've got your documentation right here.
that is: pg. 19 y2k C5 sale brochure :lol: :smash:
[Modified by jfpilla, 4:30 AM 6/4/2002]
that is: pg. 19 y2k C5 sale brochure :lol: :smash:
[Modified by jfpilla, 4:30 AM 6/4/2002]
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Re: Does traction control shut off throttle? (Mike Schriber)
Traction Control on the C5 works by retarding the throttle when rear wheel spin is detected via the wheel sensors.
If you've ever had it kick in, you know how it feels. You just sit there (it seems like forever), waiting for the computer to give you back control of the throttle. It can be really exciting when you've punched it to get out into traffic and the computer chops the throttle.
Active Handling works by selectively applying the brakes at each wheel to control yaw (spin) and keep the car moving in the direction the computer thinks you want to go.
Competition Mode allows you to turn off Traction Control while keeping Active Handling active.
Our TracActive Controller does this for you automatically when you start the car!
Mike :flag
If you've ever had it kick in, you know how it feels. You just sit there (it seems like forever), waiting for the computer to give you back control of the throttle. It can be really exciting when you've punched it to get out into traffic and the computer chops the throttle.
Active Handling works by selectively applying the brakes at each wheel to control yaw (spin) and keep the car moving in the direction the computer thinks you want to go.
Competition Mode allows you to turn off Traction Control while keeping Active Handling active.
Our TracActive Controller does this for you automatically when you start the car!
Mike :flag
Traction control will cut the throttle and use the rear brakes to slow the faster dirve wheel. It is normally triggered by the detection of a speed differential between the wheels past a pre set value.
Active handling adds a yaw sensor and will also limit the throttle while braking any of the 4 wheels.
Competetive handling removes the the throttle limitation and wheel slip detection while still using yaw information to activate individual brakes.