Driving modes

zx9rmal · 03-17-2020, 03:40 PM

So, as I did with my SS 1LE, I set my ZL1 suspension and exhaust to track and steering to sport, which I like.

With the SS 1LE, I kept the mode select button in sport because throttle response in track mode was dead at less than half throttle, and the ZL1 feels the same. However, when trying Tour mode, throttle response seems even better than Sport. Is my perception correct?

Also, can I assume that Tour mode gives full power as well?

Thanks.

LT4Greg · 03-17-2020, 03:52 PM

It seems that way with my ZL1 in Tour mode also but most all the time I have it in Sport mode because the exhaust is louder! Sometimes I will get in Track mode too but not too often!

zx9rmal · 03-17-2020, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by LT4Greg

It seems that way with my ZL1 in Tour mode also but most all the time I have it in Sport mode because the exhaust is louder! Sometimes I will get in Track mode too but not too often!

Although I have the mode selector in Tour mode for throttle response, I have the exhaust independently set to Track through the settings screen. Best of both.

LT4Greg · 03-17-2020, 08:51 PM

Yeah Mal, I put my fuse back in and set my exhaust mode to Auto. I had it set in Track mode with the fuse pull and kept waking up my neighbor Lady every morning when going to work and decided I would change it back to stock. She was cool about it too and a real good neighbor that helps look out for my house while I’m away during the day!

nighttowl · 03-17-2020, 09:44 PM

I like to drive sport 1 and sport 2 in the TCM.
Gives more power and the traction control doesnt kick in too often.

For short drives its always in sport.

zx9rmal · 03-18-2020, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by nighttowl

I like to drive sport 1 and sport 2 in the TCM.
Gives more power and the traction control doesnt kick in too often.

For short drives its always in sport.

Does sport 1 and sport 2 deliver MORE power, or just different power DELIVERY?
I thought the modes do not affect max power. ???

TRZ06 · 03-18-2020, 02:56 PM

I am not a big fan of the Track throttle mapping either for daily driving. Having said that, in order to use the PTM modes, you have to be in Track Mode.

The PTM modes give you better E-Diff. calibrations when cornering, that is why I like to use them. They pull you around a tight corner better. Noticeable on on/off ramps tight corners. In Sport Mode the E-Diff. binds up (locks up) quicker and sooner. While in PTM modes (at least in Sport 1 and above) it keeps one side unlocked longer. It might even over drive the outer wheel, but I am not too sure about that one.

bobby35ny · 03-18-2020, 04:42 PM

I'm getting old so I don't remember shit but, I'm pretty sure if you keep it in TOUR because you like the throttle response , You wont go into performance mode when you put your foot to the floor on I75.

Vigilante375 · 03-18-2020, 07:14 PM

No matter which mode you have selected or PTM selected, the car still gives the same power.

The way it shifts and how the nannies (traction control, throttle, stability control, etc) intervene are the only things that differ.

TRZ06 · 03-18-2020, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Vigilante375

No matter which mode you have selected or PTM selected, the car still gives the same power.

The way it shifts and how the nannies (traction control, throttle, stability control, etc) intervene are the only things that differ.

The E-diff is a key factor you are leaving out. There are 4 E-diff modes. The more aggressive modes are used only within the PTM Modes.

Vigilante375 · 03-19-2020, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by TRZ06

The E-diff is a key factor you are leaving out. There are 4 E-diff modes. The more aggressive modes are used only within the PTM Modes.

Thats why I put etc since you already talked about the e-diff.

I didn't want some people to think that tour doesn't give you 100% power compared to snow/ice, sport, track or the different PTM modes.

TRZ06 · 03-19-2020, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Vigilante375

Thats why I put etc since you already talked about the e-diff.

I didn't want some people to think that tour doesn't give you 100% power compared to snow/ice, sport, track or the different PTM modes.

Crushed 1LE · 03-19-2020, 10:47 PM

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JoeCamaro444 · 03-19-2020, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by zx9rmal

Although I have the mode selector in Tour mode for throttle response, I have the exhaust independently set to Track through the settings screen. Best of both.

Same here. 👍🏻

03-17-2020, 03:40 PM	#1
zx9rmal Drives: '20 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: FT. Lauderdale, FL Posts: 717	Driving modes So, as I did with my SS 1LE, I set my ZL1 suspension and exhaust to track and steering to sport, which I like. With the SS 1LE, I kept the mode select button in sport because throttle response in track mode was dead at less than half throttle, and the ZL1 feels the same. However, when trying Tour mode, throttle response seems even better than Sport. Is my perception correct? Also, can I assume that Tour mode gives full power as well? Thanks. __________________ Mal Ft. Lauderdale, FL '20 Camaro ZL1 M6 '22 Kawasaki ZX-14R

03-17-2020, 03:52 PM	#2
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	It seems that way with my ZL1 in Tour mode also but most all the time I have it in Sport mode because the exhaust is louder! Sometimes I will get in Track mode too but not too often! __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

03-17-2020, 08:51 PM	#4
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	Yeah Mal, I put my fuse back in and set my exhaust mode to Auto. I had it set in Track mode with the fuse pull and kept waking up my neighbor Lady every morning when going to work and decided I would change it back to stock. She was cool about it too and a real good neighbor that helps look out for my house while I’m away during the day! __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

03-17-2020, 09:44 PM	#5
nighttowl Sarcasm loading -------- Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: TX Posts: 1,808 View My Garage	I like to drive sport 1 and sport 2 in the TCM. Gives more power and the traction control doesnt kick in too often. For short drives its always in sport. __________________ "The salesman actually told me to stop getting it sideways during the test drive" 2018 MBM ZL1 1LE - Stock 2014 CRT ZL1 574 rwhp, 537 rwtq - SOLD 2010 IBM SS Camaro VVT L99 w/ TR6060 swap, 489 rwhp, 444 rwtq - SOLD

03-18-2020, 02:56 PM	#7
TRZ06 Drives: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2,014	I am not a big fan of the Track throttle mapping either for daily driving. Having said that, in order to use the PTM modes, you have to be in Track Mode. The PTM modes give you better E-Diff. calibrations when cornering, that is why I like to use them. They pull you around a tight corner better. Noticeable on on/off ramps tight corners. In Sport Mode the E-Diff. binds up (locks up) quicker and sooner. While in PTM modes (at least in Sport 1 and above) it keeps one side unlocked longer. It might even over drive the outer wheel, but I am not too sure about that one. __________________ Current: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 (MCS 2-way remote dampers) Previous: 18' NFG 2SS *1LE* (ZL1 1LE solid rear cradle bushings & Corsa Exhaust) 16' F80 M3 (Ohlin R/T Coilovers) 13' Audi TTRS (APR Stage 1, MSS Springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' E90 M3 06' 335i (KW V2 Coilovers) 03' C5 Z06

03-18-2020, 04:42 PM	#8
bobby35ny Drives: 18 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South East, FL Posts: 3,024	I'm getting old so I don't remember shit but, I'm pretty sure if you keep it in TOUR because you like the throttle response , You wont go into performance mode when you put your foot to the floor on I75. __________________ 2017 ZL1 M6 Bog City, 2013 ZL1 M6, 2010 2SS M6 ZL1::J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

03-18-2020, 07:14 PM	#9
Vigilante375 Drives: 2018 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,370	No matter which mode you have selected or PTM selected, the car still gives the same power. The way it shifts and how the nannies (traction control, throttle, stability control, etc) intervene are the only things that differ.

03-19-2020, 10:47 PM	#13
Crushed 1LE Drives: 2022 ZL1(FEA suspension) Rapid Blue Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Chemainus BC, Canada Posts: 489	Soler Performance Throttle controller. Problem fixed. Best $80 you'll ever spend.

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