Chevrolet Corvette 2016 User Manual page 200

MODE displays in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). See Ride
Control System Messages 0 125.
When the button is pressed
again, the traction off light
StabiliTrak OFF light will go out.
Performance Traction
Management (Z51 and Z06 with
Magnetic Ride Control)
Performance Traction Management
(PTM) integrates the Traction
Control, StabiliTrak, and Magnetic
Ride Control systems to provide
improved and consistent
performance when cornering. The
amount of available engine power is
based on the mode selected, track
conditions, driver skill, and the
radius of each corner.
This light is on when the vehicle is
in the PTM mode.
To select this optional handling
mode, the vehicle mode must be
Track. Then quickly press the TCS/
StabiliTrak
console two times. PERF TRAC 1 -
and
WET ACTIVE HANDLING ON
displays in the DIC.
To experience the performance
benefit of this system, after entering
a curve and at the point where
normal acceleration occurs, fully
push the accelerator pedal. The
PTM system will modify the level of
engine power for a smooth and
consistent corner exit.
button on the center
Driving and Operating
The PTM system contains five
modes. These modes are selected
by turning the Selective Ride
Control/Performance Traction
Management MODE SELECT knob
on the center console. Scroll up or
down through modes 1 5 by turning
the MODE SELECT knob to the
right or left.
The following is a DIC display
description and the recommended
usage of each mode:
PERF TRAC 1 WET ACTIVE
HANDLING ON
Intended for all driver skill levels.
Wet or damp conditions only
not intended for use in heavy
rain or standing water.
StabiliTrak is on and engine
power is reduced based on
conditions.
PERF TRAC 2 DRY ACTIVE
HANDLING ON
For use by less experienced
drivers or while learning a new
track.
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