Launch Control
Burning Brakes
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Really? Interesting, I'll have to try it. Now, this might be a dumb question but how do I know if I have selected the highlighted selection whether it be sport1, sport2 or race? I don't get any confirmation of my selection? Do I just scroll over my desired selection and that's it or do I have to press another button or something? Thx for your advise.
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Racer
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Instructor
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If your talking about the "No Lift Shift" ? That's when you can shift the manual trans without letting off the gas. The cars computer will hold the rpm's and not let it hit the rev limiter. You still have to use your clutch when shifting.
Racer
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Did I seriously have this on my c6 all these years and didnt know that......
I didnt even think to look into that hahah
Thx for the education
Do you need to be in engaged in the launch control when using the no lift shift? Or does this work in all drive modes?
I have a z51- non mag ride
I didnt even think to look into that hahah
Thx for the education
Do you need to be in engaged in the launch control when using the no lift shift? Or does this work in all drive modes?
I have a z51- non mag ride
Melting Slicks
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St. Jude Donor '08
Did I seriously have this on my c6 all these years and didnt know that......
I didnt even think to look into that hahah
Thx for the education
Do you need to be in engaged in the launch control when using the no lift shift? Or does this work in all drive modes?
I have a z51- non mag ride
I didnt even think to look into that hahah
Thx for the education
Do you need to be in engaged in the launch control when using the no lift shift? Or does this work in all drive modes?
I have a z51- non mag ride
Ill do a little video on how to activate LC. Seems like people are still confused.
Racer
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From: Ridley Park PA
I may have highjacked this thread a bit when I mention on activating it I was referring to the no lift shift. I do understand the LC feature. I was wondering if you need to be in the launch control to utilize the no lift shift.
But I always love video so it is dummy proof
Instructor
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A video on activating launch control would be very interesting! I kinda hate to bounce my engine off the rev limiter with it not under a load. My non mag ride z51 doesn't have the PTM performance management modes so its a little tough to follow instructions on ones that do.
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Melting Slicks
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St. Jude Donor '08
road was slick with gravel.. so bad Launch.. but you get the idea.
The no lift shift can only be done after LC is engaged.. cant be done any other time.
The no lift shift can only be done after LC is engaged.. cant be done any other time.
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Racer
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road was slick with gravel.. so bad Launch.. but you get the idea.
The no lift shift can only be done after LC is engaged.. cant be done any other time.
Corvette stingray 2014 z51 launch control how to - YouTube
The no lift shift can only be done after LC is engaged.. cant be done any other time.
Corvette stingray 2014 z51 launch control how to - YouTube
in testing, do you believe the the launch control gives you better off the line pull then doing it with out.... I have heard mixed reviews that it is slower with LC off the line
Melting Slicks
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St. Jude Donor '08
Maybe at the track with stick tires LC will work better since the LC is set at 4000+rpms...
Racer
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Yea, I figured this to be the case as I watch the delay off the start..... I would have to agree better times knowing and feeling the car and experience.
also wonder when you get a hp tune or alike it takes this option off and the no lift shift...... any idea?
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I'm having trouble getting Launch Control to operate. Mine is Z51, Mag Ride, A6. I have read the manual, watched the videos. I hit the button twice, choose Sport2 in the PTM modes, hold the brake firmly down and apply full throttle rapidly. The engine goes briefly to 2,000 rpm, then down to around 1,300 rpm and never really settles. When releasing the brake I don't get a good launch, there is an initial lurch then a hesitation before it starts to accelerate smoothly. Also, when using the 0-60 timer, the timer starts every time I apply full throttle while holding the brake down firmly. It seems like the slight lurch from the engine starts the timer, even without any perceptible wheel movement. Anyone able to shed some light? Am I doing something incorrectly?
Heel & Toe
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Doh! Launch Control works fine when my A6 is in Manual (M) transmission mode. Didn't think that would be necessary, I figured the computer would shift for me to give me the best 0-60 time. Is it supposed to work in (D)? The manual doesn't seem to say. And as for the 0-60 timer, it still starts when holding the brake while applying full throttle, but I quickly reset it while holding the brake and allowing the engine rpm to stabilize.
Burning Brakes
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I'm having trouble getting Launch Control to operate. Mine is Z51, Mag Ride, A6. I have read the manual, watched the videos. I hit the button twice, choose Sport2 in the PTM modes, hold the brake firmly down and apply full throttle rapidly. The engine goes briefly to 2,000 rpm, then down to around 1,300 rpm and never really settles. When releasing the brake I don't get a good launch, there is an initial lurch then a hesitation before it starts to accelerate smoothly. Also, when using the 0-60 timer, the timer starts every time I apply full throttle while holding the brake down firmly. It seems like the slight lurch from the engine starts the timer, even without any perceptible wheel movement. Anyone able to shed some light? Am I doing something incorrectly?
I have the same problem/ issue with my A6 Z51 mag ride. Let me know if you figure it out
Burning Brakes
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Racer
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On our A6 Z51 non mag, I've only tried it in Track Mode, With the gear selector in D it works correctly every time. The hesitation is the PCM retarding the spark and/or closing the throttle because the tires are spinning. The more power you make the more times it will happen before finally getting to full power...