1-4 shift
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 867
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From: SW Ohio
If the C7 is similar to the C6 on this feature, you don't even need to spend the money on the CAGS eliminator. Go to any auto parts store and get yourself a pack of 'smart fuses', short the fuse across the terminals to blow the fusible link, and replace the appropriate OEM fuse with the blown smart fuse. This will prevent the Skip-Shift solenoid from operating but provide sufficient current to keep the error light from illuminating.
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 4,363
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From: Waxahachie, TX
i guess what i am trying to understand is if you are in traffic and in 1st gear at 10mph, then traffic starts to move a little faster, if you shift and it forces you into 4th, it seems like the car will studder because it needs more speed to be in 4th. I would think in traffic going from 1st to 2nd would be the logical choice. i just don't get the 1-4th benefits. Seems like you would have to immediately shift down to keep the car moving correctly. Would like somebody's input on what the car feels like in traffic going from 1st to 4th at low speeds and low rpms and why this is put in place. just clueless on it.
Racer
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 314
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From: Philadelphia Delaware
I've never owned another corvette, but the responses stating that it's unobtrusive are correct. I've had it intervene less than 4 times in over 3500 miles of mixed driving. I've seen it flash on the display, but as stated previously, if you hold the gear just a split second longer it goes away.
Pro
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 648
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From: Gulf Breeze Fl
My C5 was much more annoying with Computer Aided Gear Selector than the C7. I am waiting for the CAGS bypass but it's not available yet. When it lock out you can go to 4th and back to 2nd if you want. At least we don't pay $1000 for the manual trans like we did with C5.
Racer
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 321
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From: Jacksonville FL
Again…from the manual:1-4 Shift Light (Manual Transmission)
When this light comes on, the vehicle can only be shfted from 1 (first) to 4 (fourth). The shift must be completed into 4 (fourth) to turn off this feature. This helps the vehicle get the best fuel economy. After shifting to 4 (fourth), the vehicle can be downshifted to a lower gear.
Notice: Forcing the shift lever into any gear except 4 (fourth) when the 1 TO 4 SHIFT light comes on may damage the transmission. Shift only from 1 (first) to 4 (fourth) when the light comes on.
There isn't a ton of info on this 'feature' as GM refers to it, but in the most simple terms, when you're accelerating from a stop in first gear, time your 1-2 shift so that your speed is either below or above the designated range, or stick your foot in the throttle aggressively enough to not trip the <21% throttle input. In other words, use the LOUD pedal...
I like the term "The Loud Pedal"
