M6 Gear Indicator on Info Screen Somewhere?

PinLover · 09-21-2016, 10:00 PM

So am I just missing it or is there nowhere on the dash info screens or HUD that shows what gear you're in on an M6? [ R ] shows on the info screen when in reverse (along with the rear camera on screen), but nothing shows 1st to 6th gear. Do only A8 models get screen notification of gear shifting? Seems kinda stupid. There are times where I have the clutch pushed in to up or downshift and I'm not sure if I went in 1st/3rd or 2nd/4th before I release the clutch - I will put it back in neutral then put it back in gear before releasing the clutch. I've got used to driving a stick again after many years away and it's so much part of the driving experience of a sports car, even as a daily driver.

greg72982 · 09-21-2016, 10:51 PM

It shows up on the bottom right of the center instrument cluster:

It's usually white but turns orange when active rev match is turned on

fighting irish · 09-22-2016, 01:00 AM

The TR-6060 in the 2016 SS contains a gear position sensor which enables rev matching. The TR-3160 does not, so no gear position for V6. I could be wrong though, I don't own a V6.

greg72982 · 09-22-2016, 01:09 PM

whoops didn't realize he had the v6, disregard my post

MovieGuy · 09-22-2016, 01:11 PM

I don't have that on my car.

Chad0311 · 09-22-2016, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MovieGuy

I don't have that on my car.

Probably because you have the v6.

PinLover · 09-22-2016, 06:08 PM

Well, I guess it's just strange they would have it on the V8 but not the V6. Seems theV6 missing a few things like an aftermarket Catch Can and CAI. I won't let these things deter me from enjoying my Camaro!

Tushar · 09-22-2016, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by greg72982

It shows up on the bottom right of the center instrument cluster:

It's usually white but turns orange when active rev match is turned on

Is this in the manual mode or automatic mode??

crazydmc · 09-22-2016, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Tushar

Is this in the manual mode or automatic mode??

manual transmission.

Wolvie70 · 09-22-2016, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by PinLover

Well, I guess it's just strange they would have it on the V8 but not the V6. Seems theV6 missing a few things like an aftermarket Catch Can and CAI. I won't let these things deter me from enjoying my Camaro!

I find it strange it's needed by anyone driving a manual. I have an auto now, but I only had manual transmissions in my vehicles (cars and motorcycles) for 25+ years and don't ever recall wishing I knew what gear I was in. But whatever, to each their own. Sorry that you don't have it since you want it.

MovieGuy · 09-22-2016, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Wolvie70

I find it strange it's needed by anyone driving a manual. I have an auto now, but I only had manual transmissions in my vehicles (cars and motorcycles) for 25+ years and don't ever recall wishing I knew what gear I was in. But whatever, to each their own. Sorry that you don't have it since you want it.

I had a 1989 Ford Escort that had that. But I never paid any attention to it. I am not sure what anyone really needs it for.

PinLover · 09-22-2016, 09:31 PM

As I said, I'm getting used to driving a manual again. The system alerts me if I rest my foot too much on the clutch while city driving. So much technology in this car, I guess I just expected to see the gear number somewhere... and apparently it is in the SS. Plus, I will be teaching my son how to drive a manual in this car <shudder to think>. I thought it might help him out.

09-21-2016, 10:00 PM	#1
PinLover Drives: 2017 2LT 50th, 2013 2LS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 361 View My Garage	M6 Gear Indicator on Info Screen Somewhere? So am I just missing it or is there nowhere on the dash info screens or HUD that shows what gear you're in on an M6? [ R ] shows on the info screen when in reverse (along with the rear camera on screen), but nothing shows 1st to 6th gear. Do only A8 models get screen notification of gear shifting? Seems kinda stupid. There are times where I have the clutch pushed in to up or downshift and I'm not sure if I went in 1st/3rd or 2nd/4th before I release the clutch - I will put it back in neutral then put it back in gear before releasing the clutch. I've got used to driving a stick again after many years away and it's so much part of the driving experience of a sports car, even as a daily driver. __________________ 2017 50th Anniversary Edition 2LT V6 6-spd Manual - Order TQHKNZ Received VIN 08/23/16: 1G1FC1RS2H0127445 Dennis Vaughan @ Schumacher Chevrolet in Lake Park, FL 1100 - 07/09/16 \| 9000 - 07/22/16 - Order Cancelled from Stingray Chevrolet 1100 - 07/24/16 \| 2000 - 08/02/16 3000 - 08/03/16 \| 3100 - 08/08/16 - TPW 8/22/16 3300 - 08/10/16 \| 3400 - 08/11/16 3800 - 08/23/16 \| 4200 - 08/29/16 4800 - 09/03/16 \| 5000 - 09/07/16 6000 - 09/10/16 2013 2LS Build Page: 2 THE CAVE... I'm Batman! 2LS Blackout 2013 2LT/RS Build Page: The Evolution of Iron Man

09-21-2016, 10:51 PM	#2
greg72982 Drives: Black 2017 2SS Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: PA Posts: 539	It shows up on the bottom right of the center instrument cluster: It's usually white but turns orange when active rev match is turned on __________________ 2017 Black 2SS, M6, NPP, MRC, NAV, and black bowties - delivered 6/23/16

09-22-2016, 01:09 PM	#4
greg72982 Drives: Black 2017 2SS Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: PA Posts: 539	whoops didn't realize he had the v6, disregard my post __________________ 2017 Black 2SS, M6, NPP, MRC, NAV, and black bowties - delivered 6/23/16

09-22-2016, 01:11 PM	#5
MovieGuy Drives: 2016 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Topeka KS Posts: 892	I don't have that on my car. __________________ Life after retirement

09-22-2016, 06:08 PM	#7
PinLover Drives: 2017 2LT 50th, 2013 2LS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 361 View My Garage	Well, I guess it's just strange they would have it on the V8 but not the V6. Seems theV6 missing a few things like an aftermarket Catch Can and CAI. I won't let these things deter me from enjoying my Camaro! __________________ 2017 50th Anniversary Edition 2LT V6 6-spd Manual - Order TQHKNZ Received VIN 08/23/16: 1G1FC1RS2H0127445 Dennis Vaughan @ Schumacher Chevrolet in Lake Park, FL 1100 - 07/09/16 \| 9000 - 07/22/16 - Order Cancelled from Stingray Chevrolet 1100 - 07/24/16 \| 2000 - 08/02/16 3000 - 08/03/16 \| 3100 - 08/08/16 - TPW 8/22/16 3300 - 08/10/16 \| 3400 - 08/11/16 3800 - 08/23/16 \| 4200 - 08/29/16 4800 - 09/03/16 \| 5000 - 09/07/16 6000 - 09/10/16 2013 2LS Build Page: 2 THE CAVE... I'm Batman! 2LS Blackout 2013 2LT/RS Build Page: The Evolution of Iron Man

09-22-2016, 01:00 AM	#3
fighting irish The Doctor is in Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Nightfall MRC NPP Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: NY Posts: 231 View My Garage	The TR-6060 in the 2016 SS contains a gear position sensor which enables rev matching. The TR-3160 does not, so no gear position for V6. I could be wrong though, I don't own a V6.

09-22-2016, 09:31 PM	#12
PinLover Drives: 2017 2LT 50th, 2013 2LS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 361 View My Garage	As I said, I'm getting used to driving a manual again. The system alerts me if I rest my foot too much on the clutch while city driving. So much technology in this car, I guess I just expected to see the gear number somewhere... and apparently it is in the SS. Plus, I will be teaching my son how to drive a manual in this car <shudder to think>. I thought it might help him out. __________________ 2017 50th Anniversary Edition 2LT V6 6-spd Manual - Order TQHKNZ Received VIN 08/23/16: 1G1FC1RS2H0127445 Dennis Vaughan @ Schumacher Chevrolet in Lake Park, FL 1100 - 07/09/16 \| 9000 - 07/22/16 - Order Cancelled from Stingray Chevrolet 1100 - 07/24/16 \| 2000 - 08/02/16 3000 - 08/03/16 \| 3100 - 08/08/16 - TPW 8/22/16 3300 - 08/10/16 \| 3400 - 08/11/16 3800 - 08/23/16 \| 4200 - 08/29/16 4800 - 09/03/16 \| 5000 - 09/07/16 6000 - 09/10/16 2013 2LS Build Page: 2 THE CAVE... I'm Batman! 2LS Blackout 2013 2LT/RS Build Page: The Evolution of Iron Man

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