Launch Control on the SS Automatic

Ambush · 03-02-2018, 01:19 PM

I read the instructions:

1. Sport or Track mode.
2. Double-tap the Traction Control button
3. Brakes hard to the floor.
4. Gas hard to the floor.
5. Let go of brakes.

On the automatic, all I get is burning rubber once step 4 is applied. I'm assuming there's no launch control on the automatic?

Wolvie70 · 03-02-2018, 01:20 PM

Here we go!

ShadySS · 03-02-2018, 01:24 PM

There is, I've used it many times, either it's malfunctioning or you're doing something incorrectly.

Does it say competitive mode on the dash when you double tap the traction control button?

iPODFAN11 · 03-02-2018, 02:14 PM

From the Book:

Quote:

Launch Control

A Launch Control feature is available, within Competitive Driving Mode, to allow the driver to achieve high levels of vehicle acceleration in a straight line. Launch Control is a form of traction control that manages tire spin while launching the vehicle. This feature is intended for use during closed course race events where consistent zero to sixty and quarter mile times are desirable.

Launch Control is only available when the following criteria are met:

•Competitive Driving Mode is selected.
•The vehicle is not moving.
•The steering wheel is pointing straight.
Manual Transmissions

•The clutch is pressed and the vehicle is in 1 (First) gear.
•The accelerator pedal is rapidly applied to wide open throttle.

The Launch Control feature will initially limit engine speed as the driver rapidly applies the accelerator pedal to wide open throttle. Allow the engine rpm to stabilize. A smooth, quick release of the clutch, while maintaining the fully pressed accelerator pedal, will manage wheel slip. Complete shifts are described in Manual Transmission.

Automatic Transmissions

•The brake pedal must be firmly pressed to the floor, equivalent to a panic brake event.
•The accelerator pedal is rapidly applied to wide open throttle. (If the vehicle rolls due to wide open throttle, release the throttle, press the brake pedal more firmly, and re-apply the accelerator to wide open throttle.)

After the vehicle is launched, the system continues in Competitive Driving Mode.

Competitive Driving Mode and Launch Control are systems designed for a closed course race track and not intended for use on public roads. The systems are not intended to compensate for lack of driver experience or familiarity with the race track.

Gen6 softtop · 03-02-2018, 02:20 PM

Probably not pressing brakes hard enough. I see it says equivalent to a panic stop

CruzySS · 03-02-2018, 03:09 PM

Smash the brake pedal hard. Go WOT fast and it should hold your car at 2k rpm

craigss50 · 03-02-2018, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CruzySS

Smash the brake pedal hard. Go WOT fast and it should hold your car at 2k rpm

Then hold on and enjoy the ride!

SuperSound · 03-02-2018, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gen6 softtop

Probably not pressing brakes hard enough. I see it says equivalent to a panic stop

Quote:

Originally Posted by CruzySS

Smash the brake pedal hard. Go WOT fast and it should hold your car at 2k rpm

This, had trouble too my first time because punching a pedal through the floor is not natural lol.

On the other hand, I can beat LC every time launching manually.

jdasnt3 · 03-02-2018, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperSound

This, had trouble too my first time because punching a pedal through the floor is not natural lol.

On the other hand, I can beat LC every time launching manually.

Yes, until I was modded. Now I use LC every time at the track. Even tuned, it works.

Ambush · 03-02-2018, 05:04 PM

Thanks for the input. I will try it again tomorrow.

wwiiavfan · 03-02-2018, 05:22 PM

I’ve only tried it once, and it worked, but it bogged more than I like before it took off and left my intestines in the backseat. Haven’t had another chance to try it.

Need4Camaro · 03-02-2018, 06:18 PM

Dumb question but do the V6 models have launch control?

Ambush · 03-02-2018, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Need4Camaro

Dumb question but do the V6 models have launch control?

I believe that's a no. sorry.

PnCRedJwl2SS · 03-04-2018, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Gen6 softtop

Probably not pressing brakes hard enough. I see it says equivalent to a panic stop

This is the issue. Press the brake harder. I couldn't get it to work the first few tries. That was my solution.

03-02-2018, 01:19 PM	#1
Ambush Rawr! Drives: Giulia Quadrifoglio, C8 Stingray Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 351	Launch Control on the SS Automatic I read the instructions: 1. Sport or Track mode. 2. Double-tap the Traction Control button 3. Brakes hard to the floor. 4. Gas hard to the floor. 5. Let go of brakes. On the automatic, all I get is burning rubber once step 4 is applied. I'm assuming there's no launch control on the automatic? __________________ Current: 2023 Red Mist Corvette Stingray 2LT 2021 Trofeo White Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Retired: 2018 Garnet Red Camaro 2SS 2014 Crystal Red Camaro RS

03-02-2018, 05:04 PM	#10
Ambush Rawr! Drives: Giulia Quadrifoglio, C8 Stingray Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 351	Thanks for the input. I will try it again tomorrow. __________________ Current: 2023 Red Mist Corvette Stingray 2LT 2021 Trofeo White Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Retired: 2018 Garnet Red Camaro 2SS 2014 Crystal Red Camaro RS

03-02-2018, 01:20 PM	#2
Wolvie70 Drives: 2016 2SS, Summit White, A8, NPP Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Arkansas Posts: 717	Here we go!

03-02-2018, 01:24 PM	#3
ShadySS Drives: 2017 Hyper Blue SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 107	There is, I've used it many times, either it's malfunctioning or you're doing something incorrectly. Does it say competitive mode on the dash when you double tap the traction control button?

03-02-2018, 02:20 PM	#5
Gen6 softtop Drives: Hyper blue 1ss convertible 6 sp Join Date: May 2017 Location: Munger mi Posts: 205	Probably not pressing brakes hard enough. I see it says equivalent to a panic stop

03-02-2018, 03:09 PM	#6
CruzySS Drives: 2016 Camaro 2ss Join Date: May 2017 Location: Annandale MN Posts: 588 View My Garage	Smash the brake pedal hard. Go WOT fast and it should hold your car at 2k rpm

03-02-2018, 05:22 PM	#11
wwiiavfan Drives: 2017 1SS Hyper Blue Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 478	I’ve only tried it once, and it worked, but it bogged more than I like before it took off and left my intestines in the backseat. Haven’t had another chance to try it.

03-02-2018, 06:18 PM	#12
Need4Camaro Drives: '17 Camaro 2SS & '99 Camaro Z28 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,836	Dumb question but do the V6 models have launch control?

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