How do I use Launch Control
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 2,216
Likes: 285
From: Ten Mile TN
Not real sure in an auto.
In a Z-51 with mag ride and manual, pretty easy.
Select Track mode. Then I press the button in the center of the selector ***, then I turn it again to select Perf Trac 2, shows on the dash which you are selecting.
Then point wheel straight,
Put foot on clutch
put in first
Very quickly floor the gas peddle.
Revs will climb but stabilize below well below red line.
Rapidly release the clutch, even side step it.
The car will launch, bog a little and then go. It's not really a bog but sounds like it as traction control is working to control wheel spin. Get ready to shift to second quickly.
I have seen this done in both an auto and a manual. Auto is quicker, but manual is far more impressive to watch.
Saw the demo at Spring Mountain.
I have done it once in a manual car.
In a Z-51 with mag ride and manual, pretty easy.
Select Track mode. Then I press the button in the center of the selector ***, then I turn it again to select Perf Trac 2, shows on the dash which you are selecting.
Then point wheel straight,
Put foot on clutch
put in first
Very quickly floor the gas peddle.
Revs will climb but stabilize below well below red line.
Rapidly release the clutch, even side step it.
The car will launch, bog a little and then go. It's not really a bog but sounds like it as traction control is working to control wheel spin. Get ready to shift to second quickly.
I have seen this done in both an auto and a manual. Auto is quicker, but manual is far more impressive to watch.
Saw the demo at Spring Mountain.I have done it once in a manual car.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 1,223
Likes: 985
From: Mount Dora, FL
I agree that everyone should be reading their Owner's Manual and have referenced it many times on the Forum. However, it's nice sometimes to ask and have someone give you an answer based on actual experience and knowing the fine nuances of what is happening during a particular maneuver/procedure. For a lot of newbies, just reading about something like launch control can be a daunting experience to try without first talking to someone who has done it before. I myself have never done it and prefer to have someone demonstrate it to me before trying it even though I have read the Manual several times.
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 239
Likes: 121
From: Westfield, In
Thanks Algeirs!!
So as it turns out, I found the answer indirectly through another thread on this forum. The pertnient passage is actually in section 5: Instruments and Controls.
What I did was download the manual in PDF format, which Google hasn't indexed for some reason, open it in Adobe Reader, and search that.
It's hard to read because it's mostly corporate speak and written poorly - the first sentence is repeated over and over - but here it is. Launch control is accessed via Track Mode, in any setting:
5-36 Instruments and Controls
Ride Control System
Messages
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when the Competitive
Driving mode is selected. The
instrument cluster light will be on
when the Competitive Driving mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. The Traction Control
System (TCS) will not be operating
while in the Competitive Driving
mode. Adjust your driving
accordingly. See Competitive
Driving Mode on page 9-42,
including the “Launch Control”
information.
MAXIMUM SPEED 129 km/h
(80 MPH)
This message displays when a
malfunction is present in the
Selective Ride Control system. The
vehicle speed will be limited to a
value determined by the vehicle
when the shock absorber system
has failed and the shocks are in
their full soft mode. Have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.
To acknowledge the message, press
the SEL button. The message
reappears every 10 minutes until
this condition changes.
PERF TRAC 1 – WET ACTIVE
HANDLING ON
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control and StabiliTrak system are
available but intended for use on
wet race track conditions. Adjust
your driving accordingly. This
system is available only on models
with FE4 – Z51 Performance
Package and Magnetic Ride
Control. See “Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
PERF TRAC 2 – DRY ACTIVE
HANDLING ON
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control and StabiliTrak system are
available but intended for use on dry
race track conditions. Adjust your
driving accordingly. This system is
available only on models with FE4.
See “Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
Instruments and Controls 5-37
PERF TRAC 3 – SPORT
ACTIVE HANDLING ON
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control and StabiliTrak system are
available but intended for use on dry
race track conditions. Adjust your
driving accordingly. This system is
available only on models with FE4.
See “Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
PERF TRAC 4 – SPORT
ACTIVE HANDLING OFF
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control is available but intended for
use on dry race track conditions.
The StabiliTrak system is disabled
when this mode is selected. This
mode will require more driver skill
than modes 1–3. Adjust your driving
accordingly. This system is available
only on models with FE4. See
“Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
PERF TRAC 5 – RACE ACTIVE
HANDLING OFF
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control is available but intended for
use on dry race track conditions.
The StabiliTrak system is disabled
when this mode is selected. This
mode will require more driver skill
than modes 1–4. Adjust your driving
accordingly. This system is available
only on models with FE4. See
“Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
So as it turns out, I found the answer indirectly through another thread on this forum. The pertnient passage is actually in section 5: Instruments and Controls.
What I did was download the manual in PDF format, which Google hasn't indexed for some reason, open it in Adobe Reader, and search that.
It's hard to read because it's mostly corporate speak and written poorly - the first sentence is repeated over and over - but here it is. Launch control is accessed via Track Mode, in any setting:
5-36 Instruments and Controls
Ride Control System
Messages
COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when the Competitive
Driving mode is selected. The
instrument cluster light will be on
when the Competitive Driving mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. The Traction Control
System (TCS) will not be operating
while in the Competitive Driving
mode. Adjust your driving
accordingly. See Competitive
Driving Mode on page 9-42,
including the “Launch Control”
information.
MAXIMUM SPEED 129 km/h
(80 MPH)
This message displays when a
malfunction is present in the
Selective Ride Control system. The
vehicle speed will be limited to a
value determined by the vehicle
when the shock absorber system
has failed and the shocks are in
their full soft mode. Have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.
To acknowledge the message, press
the SEL button. The message
reappears every 10 minutes until
this condition changes.
PERF TRAC 1 – WET ACTIVE
HANDLING ON
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control and StabiliTrak system are
available but intended for use on
wet race track conditions. Adjust
your driving accordingly. This
system is available only on models
with FE4 – Z51 Performance
Package and Magnetic Ride
Control. See “Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
PERF TRAC 2 – DRY ACTIVE
HANDLING ON
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control and StabiliTrak system are
available but intended for use on dry
race track conditions. Adjust your
driving accordingly. This system is
available only on models with FE4.
See “Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
Instruments and Controls 5-37
PERF TRAC 3 – SPORT
ACTIVE HANDLING ON
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control and StabiliTrak system are
available but intended for use on dry
race track conditions. Adjust your
driving accordingly. This system is
available only on models with FE4.
See “Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
PERF TRAC 4 – SPORT
ACTIVE HANDLING OFF
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control is available but intended for
use on dry race track conditions.
The StabiliTrak system is disabled
when this mode is selected. This
mode will require more driver skill
than modes 1–3. Adjust your driving
accordingly. This system is available
only on models with FE4. See
“Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
PERF TRAC 5 – RACE ACTIVE
HANDLING OFF
This message displays and a sound
will be heard when this Performance
Traction Management mode is
selected. The instrument cluster
light will also be on when this mode
is selected. Launch Control is
available when this mode is
selected. In this mode the Traction
Control is available but intended for
use on dry race track conditions.
The StabiliTrak system is disabled
when this mode is selected. This
mode will require more driver skill
than modes 1–4. Adjust your driving
accordingly. This system is available
only on models with FE4. See
“Performance Traction
Management” and “Launch Control”
under Competitive Driving Mode on
page 9-42 for more information
about the use of this mode.
Advanced
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 72
Likes: 6
Not real sure in an auto.
In a Z-51 with mag ride and manual, pretty easy.
Select Track mode. Then I press the button in the center of the selector ***, then I turn it again to select Perf Trac 2, shows on the dash which you are selecting.
Then point wheel straight,
Put foot on clutch
put in first
Very quickly floor the gas peddle.
Revs will climb but stabilize below well below red line.
Rapidly release the clutch, even side step it.
The car will launch, bog a little and then go. It's not really a bog but sounds like it as traction control is working to control wheel spin. Get ready to shift to second quickly.
I have seen this done in both an auto and a manual. Auto is quicker, but manual is far more impressive to watch. Saw the demo at Spring Mountain.
I have done it once in a manual car.
In a Z-51 with mag ride and manual, pretty easy.
Select Track mode. Then I press the button in the center of the selector ***, then I turn it again to select Perf Trac 2, shows on the dash which you are selecting.
Then point wheel straight,
Put foot on clutch
put in first
Very quickly floor the gas peddle.
Revs will climb but stabilize below well below red line.
Rapidly release the clutch, even side step it.
The car will launch, bog a little and then go. It's not really a bog but sounds like it as traction control is working to control wheel spin. Get ready to shift to second quickly.
I have seen this done in both an auto and a manual. Auto is quicker, but manual is far more impressive to watch.
Saw the demo at Spring Mountain.I have done it once in a manual car.
Dazed Confused & Verklemp
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 1,398
Likes: 109
From: Naples, FL & Clear Lake, IA
Me too.. Interesting because my Z51 A8 w/MRC hasn't arrived.
However, I feel that there is less sarcasm here than on most auto forums. Yes people ask the occasional foolish question and get ribbed for it, but could be worse. I do feel a search and reading the manual are a good place to start. But if either turn up more questions than answers, one can point out they did both and still need answers.
However, I feel that there is less sarcasm here than on most auto forums. Yes people ask the occasional foolish question and get ribbed for it, but could be worse. I do feel a search and reading the manual are a good place to start. But if either turn up more questions than answers, one can point out they did both and still need answers.
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 46,295
Likes: 2,596
From: Northern, VA
St. Jude Donor '15
"In honor of jpee"
Don't forget that there was a post referring to getting the complete Owner's Manual online in a PDF format which means you can read it before you get the car. You can also read it if you are in/on the proverbial 45th floor and don't want to make the trip to the garage. For real life experiences tho, there's nothing like asking the question CorvetteForum for real people's driving experiences.
For real life experiences tho, there's nothing like asking the question CorvetteForum for real people's driving experiences.
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Michael S. Palmer
Pro
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 594
Likes: 13
From: Michigan
I agree that everyone should be reading their Owner's Manual and have referenced it many times on the Forum. However, it's nice sometimes to ask and have someone give you an answer based on actual experience and knowing the fine nuances of what is happening during a particular maneuver/procedure. For a lot of newbies, just reading about something like launch control can be a daunting experience to try without first talking to someone who has done it before. I myself have never done it and prefer to have someone demonstrate it to me before trying it even though I have read the Manual several times.
I apologize for asking this question to people who have used it as Im sure they have some thoughts or tips.... I thought this was CORVETTE FORUM to discuss corvette.
I really feel bad for your kids if this is the way you respond to them when they ask you a simple question.
Perhaps we should stick the the IMPORTANT questions that are not in the users manual like "whats your favorite color"
If you don't have an answer please move on and don't bother the people on this forum who are trying to get help and actually own a C7
I really feel bad for your kids if this is the way you respond to them when they ask you a simple question.
Perhaps we should stick the the IMPORTANT questions that are not in the users manual like "whats your favorite color"
If you don't have an answer please move on and don't bother the people on this forum who are trying to get help and actually own a C7
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 49
Likes: 7
. It helps them sleep better at night I think 
.Oh, and what a waste of data transfer and storage you all are on here! Lol. How am I doing?
Man that felt great!
Racer
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 250
Likes: 25
From: Ave Maria Fl.
Boy,I am glad I purchased a new C7,I would be real nervous buying a 2nd hand C7 after reading about launch control and if it was used right.
I think I will pass on that feature and drive nice and safe.
I think I will pass on that feature and drive nice and safe.
Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 4,905
Likes: 569
From: Bucks County PA
Excellent video and shows how it is done.
Some people respond better to being shown rather than reading something.
I try to be cool with everyone on this forum, I pride myself on being well liked, but to answer a question with "read your owners manual" is just rude. If you know the answer give the answer.
Some people respond better to being shown rather than reading something.
I try to be cool with everyone on this forum, I pride myself on being well liked, but to answer a question with "read your owners manual" is just rude. If you know the answer give the answer.
Advanced
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 72
Likes: 0
Excellent video and shows how it is done.
Some people respond better to being shown rather than reading something.
I try to be cool with everyone on this forum, I pride myself on being well liked, but to answer a question with "read your owners manual" is just rude. If you know the answer give the answer.
Some people respond better to being shown rather than reading something.
I try to be cool with everyone on this forum, I pride myself on being well liked, but to answer a question with "read your owners manual" is just rude. If you know the answer give the answer.
We all know that sometimes the way the Manual words things, doesn't make it easy to follow.
Pro
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 594
Likes: 13
From: Michigan
