New ZL1 owner

Snakebt6 · 07-26-2018, 12:49 PM

Hi all,

Just picked up my new ZL1 on Tuesday. Traded in my 15' SRT M6 Challenger. Previously I owned a 13' Corvette GS. My dad has owned Corvettes all his life and owns a 16 Z51 now at 76yrs old. Needless to say we are both impressed with the ZL1. No manuals were available, and I was going to wait and order a 19. After watching some videos, seeing the 19's tail lights, and reading up I went from "no way" on the A10 to wanting to have it.

Really liking what ive experienced so and am happy to be back with GM

Ive got a few questions that I'm hoping someone can help me out with:

Can I use Dexos2 0W-40 all the time or is that only for the track sessions? I believe 5w 30 is on the engine oil cap. I assume 5W 30 is fine for track days that don't push the car to extremes for hrs on end and that is the recommended oil otherwise.

PTM Race Mode vs Just holding the car with squiggly lines button for 5 seconds and having both lights come on? Is it the same thing? Seems like it to me but there is no stated differences in the manual I can find.

Otherwise Comp Driving Mode yields full power. That's pressing the button 2x in sport or track. What if I'm in lets say Touring and floor it. Will the car not accelerate to its full potential?

I read on the forums but didn't see in the manual lugs to be torqued to 140 PSI?

Is there a dipstick for the A10 Trans fluid to check the level? Not sure I saw one?

Also there is an open tube to the left of the fuse panel under the hood? Cant find what that is?

Thanks in advance for any input.

Pat

hashtag · 07-26-2018, 07:31 PM

Must be in track mode. Push the TC button twice & PTM menu will come up on the DIC. There is a new oil recommended for our cars per a bulletin issued by GM. See below for the bulletin. 140 pounds? Damn. I am @ 105. Hopefully someone else can chime in On the lug torque. I Purchased the last ZL1 Addons titanium Lugnuts set that was available. The torque will be important as I am installing them tomorrow..

devnull · 07-26-2018, 08:54 PM

Lug torque is in fact 140ft/lbs. Seems like a lot, but the nut surface area is huge and they want them on there tight!

You can use the 0-40 all of the time, but I think the general consensus on the ZL1 side (vs the vette folks) it that the info is still a little vague, and many still do the 5-30 and 15-50 street/track swap (for now). The 5-30 is actually the right stuff for the street (as per the cap).

Take a look at the performance supplement that came with the manual, it has great information.

CONGRATULATIONS on an awesome car!

SteveV · 07-27-2018, 06:58 AM

Wow, manual pickings are really slim in your area.

According to Autotrader.com, there are only 5 manual ZL1 (new 2018) within a 200 mile radius of Jacksonville. 2 white and 1 black ZL1. 1 yellow and 1 blue ZL1 1LE.

The closest one is 182 miles from you.

Snakebt6 · 07-27-2018, 08:08 AM

Thanks for the info guys and all the replies!

Ill ask the dealer about the 0 40. Getting my 500 mile oil change tomorrow morning.

I just wanted to check regarding the lug torque.

I really loved my Challenger and it was a great car. This car is a different animal all together and am really happy so far. I drove it to work this morning and its starting to "loosen up" a bit. I can tell I'm going to enjoy it.

Liking the A10 but still moving my left foot a lot and reaching for the parking brake release lever on the left. LOL

Oh that tube in the engine bay on the left next to the fuse box. Can you guys confirm what that is? I didn't see it on the engine bay diagram.

Thanks again,
Pat

EDIT: I think the tube on the left side of the engine bay I'm referring to is for the head light adjustment!

jbp8653 · 07-28-2018, 11:58 AM

The 0w-40 is now the recommended fill as per GM

Stephen12ZL1 · 07-28-2018, 08:39 PM

no dipstick on the A10 that can be accessed easily. These transmissions have a special fill procedure that has to be at the correct trans temp range and using the small plug on the transmission pan while the engine is running in park. There is a YouTube about it from Weber Auto...https://youtu.be/dPrP4NQZg6w

A10 takes a new fluid called ULV and trust me the fluid level is a sensitive matter.

nicktechla · 07-28-2018, 08:47 PM

If you want the cap to say 0W-40 Part # 12686472

Snakebt6 · 07-29-2018, 09:15 PM

Thanks for the video and cap info.

Sounds like something else for the dealer to completely screw up.

I had my 500 mile oil change this Saturday and when they lifted the car they caught the rockers with the lift on the rear lift points..thank god they are flexible plastic. Some of these guys are so clueless.

Funny part is I specifically asked the service adviser that they know how to lift the car and where the lift points were (having owned Corvettes in the past.)

They used 5W 30 and were not aware of the change.

If anyone knows a good dealer in Northern Florida or South Georgia please pass it on. Im in Jacksonville.

I cleaned it up pretty good this weekend. Looks good. It does have some water spots on the black vynil from sitting out on the dealer lot but its tough to see it unless your looking.

Really happy so far!!

01cbr929 · 07-29-2018, 09:24 PM

Very nice... I just took delivery of mine this week too. But a manual :-)

Snakebt6 · 07-29-2018, 09:47 PM

Thanks and Congrats! No manuals around here to be found. Wanted one, and wasnt sure about the A10 but so far so good. Im actually really impressed and not regretting the decision at all.

Its a long way from the 2spd power glide in my 66 Olds Cutlass (my first car.) LOL

dwill8335 · 07-29-2018, 10:09 PM

believe it or not I bought mine at Beck in Palatka and Chris the service manager takes awesome care of me and the car I only have them work on it and I have the new oil and yes it does make a difference. I call them checking on things I read about and he confirms it thru GM for me.... good honest folks.

hashtag · 07-29-2018, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snakebt6

Thanks for the video and cap info.

Sounds like something else for the dealer to completely screw up.

I had my 500 mile oil change this Saturday and when they lifted the car they caught the rockers with the lift on the rear lift points..thank god they are flexible plastic. Some of these guys are so clueless.

Funny part is I specifically asked the service adviser that they know how to lift the car and where the lift points were (having owned Corvettes in the past.)

They used 5W 30 and were not aware of the change.

If anyone knows a good dealer in Northern Florida or South Georgia please pass it on. Im in Jacksonville.

I cleaned it up pretty good this weekend. Looks good. It does have some water spots on the black vynil from sitting out on the dealer lot but its tough to see it unless your looking.

Really happy so far!!

Very nice color & stripe combo. Rare combo and I have yet to see a stripe ZL1 on the road.

Snakebt6 · 07-31-2018, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dwill8335

believe it or not I bought mine at Beck in Palatka and Chris the service manager takes awesome care of me and the car I only have them work on it and I have the new oil and yes it does make a difference. I call them checking on things I read about and he confirms it thru GM for me.... good honest folks.

Thanks for the Info!

Ill call them for my 1500 mile service and try them out. Appreciated.

Thanks Hashtag.

07-26-2018, 12:49 PM	#1
Snakebt6 Drives: Rally Green 2020 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Jacksonville Florida Posts: 402	New ZL1 owner Hi all, Just picked up my new ZL1 on Tuesday. Traded in my 15' SRT M6 Challenger. Previously I owned a 13' Corvette GS. My dad has owned Corvettes all his life and owns a 16 Z51 now at 76yrs old. Needless to say we are both impressed with the ZL1. No manuals were available, and I was going to wait and order a 19. After watching some videos, seeing the 19's tail lights, and reading up I went from "no way" on the A10 to wanting to have it. Really liking what ive experienced so and am happy to be back with GM Ive got a few questions that I'm hoping someone can help me out with: Can I use Dexos2 0W-40 all the time or is that only for the track sessions? I believe 5w 30 is on the engine oil cap. I assume 5W 30 is fine for track days that don't push the car to extremes for hrs on end and that is the recommended oil otherwise. PTM Race Mode vs Just holding the car with squiggly lines button for 5 seconds and having both lights come on? Is it the same thing? Seems like it to me but there is no stated differences in the manual I can find. Otherwise Comp Driving Mode yields full power. That's pressing the button 2x in sport or track. What if I'm in lets say Touring and floor it. Will the car not accelerate to its full potential? I read on the forums but didn't see in the manual lugs to be torqued to 140 PSI? Is there a dipstick for the A10 Trans fluid to check the level? Not sure I saw one? Also there is an open tube to the left of the fuse panel under the hood? Cant find what that is? Thanks in advance for any input. Pat

07-26-2018, 07:31 PM	#2
hashtag Drives: 2018 ZL1 A10/2018 GT350R #JR603 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Dublin CA Posts: 819	Must be in track mode. Push the TC button twice & PTM menu will come up on the DIC. There is a new oil recommended for our cars per a bulletin issued by GM. See below for the bulletin. 140 pounds? Damn. I am @ 105. Hopefully someone else can chime in On the lug torque. I Purchased the last ZL1 Addons titanium Lugnuts set that was available. The torque will be important as I am installing them tomorrow.. __________________ 2018GT350R+2018 ZL1 "Red Hot" A10 w/ PDR, Nav, Carbon Fiber Hood insert, Carbon Fiber Dash Insert, Carbon Fiber Fuel Dior & Sun Roof. T/M T-Body, Roto Fab & Borla S Type. Last edited by hashtag; 07-26-2018 at 08:09 PM.

07-26-2018, 08:54 PM	#3
devnull Scientific negotiator Drives: 2019 Grand Sport Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Forsyth, GA Posts: 873	Lug torque is in fact 140ft/lbs. Seems like a lot, but the nut surface area is huge and they want them on there tight! You can use the 0-40 all of the time, but I think the general consensus on the ZL1 side (vs the vette folks) it that the info is still a little vague, and many still do the 5-30 and 15-50 street/track swap (for now). The 5-30 is actually the right stuff for the street (as per the cap). Take a look at the performance supplement that came with the manual, it has great information. CONGRATULATIONS on an awesome car! __________________ 2019 Grand Sport M7 2018 ZL1 *1LE* 6MT 2017 SS *1LE* 6MT . Matthew 25:40 *ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑβΕ*

07-27-2018, 06:58 AM	#4
SteveV Drives: 2018 ZL1 Camaro 6M Red Hot Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 1,139 View My Garage	Wow, manual pickings are really slim in your area. According to Autotrader.com, there are only 5 manual ZL1 (new 2018) within a 200 mile radius of Jacksonville. 2 white and 1 black ZL1. 1 yellow and 1 blue ZL1 1LE. The closest one is 182 miles from you. __________________ People are a lot like slinky's: not very helpful most of the time, but they bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs...

07-27-2018, 08:08 AM	#5
Snakebt6 Drives: Rally Green 2020 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Jacksonville Florida Posts: 402	Thanks for the info guys and all the replies! Ill ask the dealer about the 0 40. Getting my 500 mile oil change tomorrow morning. I just wanted to check regarding the lug torque. I really loved my Challenger and it was a great car. This car is a different animal all together and am really happy so far. I drove it to work this morning and its starting to "loosen up" a bit. I can tell I'm going to enjoy it. Liking the A10 but still moving my left foot a lot and reaching for the parking brake release lever on the left. LOL Oh that tube in the engine bay on the left next to the fuse box. Can you guys confirm what that is? I didn't see it on the engine bay diagram. Thanks again, Pat EDIT: I think the tube on the left side of the engine bay I'm referring to is for the head light adjustment! Last edited by Snakebt6; 07-27-2018 at 10:15 AM.

07-28-2018, 11:58 AM	#6
jbp8653 Drives: 2017 ZL1,2013 ZR1, 1952 C3100 Resto Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Gibsonton, Fl Posts: 170	The 0w-40 is now the recommended fill as per GM __________________ 2017 ZL1,Mosaic Black, auto,nav/pdr, Roto Fab,Mamo 2013 ZR1 60th Anniv. 1952 C3100 resto-rod. LS6, 4L60e, 228R cam

07-28-2018, 08:39 PM	#7
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,824	no dipstick on the A10 that can be accessed easily. These transmissions have a special fill procedure that has to be at the correct trans temp range and using the small plug on the transmission pan while the engine is running in park. There is a YouTube about it from Weber Auto...https://youtu.be/dPrP4NQZg6w A10 takes a new fluid called ULV and trust me the fluid level is a sensitive matter. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

07-28-2018, 08:47 PM	#8
nicktechla Drives: 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,776	If you want the cap to say 0W-40 Part # 12686472 __________________ IG: 2fast2nick -- Current -- 2012 Porsche Turbo S - PDK - Basalt Black Metallic -- Past -- 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe - Red Hot - A10, PDR - HRE P101 2015 Mustang GT PP - Whipple Supercharger

07-29-2018, 09:15 PM	#9
Snakebt6 Drives: Rally Green 2020 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Jacksonville Florida Posts: 402	Thanks for the video and cap info. Sounds like something else for the dealer to completely screw up. I had my 500 mile oil change this Saturday and when they lifted the car they caught the rockers with the lift on the rear lift points..thank god they are flexible plastic. Some of these guys are so clueless. Funny part is I specifically asked the service adviser that they know how to lift the car and where the lift points were (having owned Corvettes in the past.) They used 5W 30 and were not aware of the change. If anyone knows a good dealer in Northern Florida or South Georgia please pass it on. Im in Jacksonville. I cleaned it up pretty good this weekend. Looks good. It does have some water spots on the black vynil from sitting out on the dealer lot but its tough to see it unless your looking. Really happy so far!! Attached Images

07-29-2018, 09:24 PM	#10
01cbr929 Drives: Which one? Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 44	Very nice... I just took delivery of mine this week too. But a manual :-)

07-29-2018, 09:47 PM	#11
Snakebt6 Drives: Rally Green 2020 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Jacksonville Florida Posts: 402	Thanks and Congrats! No manuals around here to be found. Wanted one, and wasnt sure about the A10 but so far so good. Im actually really impressed and not regretting the decision at all. Its a long way from the 2spd power glide in my 66 Olds Cutlass (my first car.) LOL

07-29-2018, 10:09 PM	#12
dwill8335 Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Ice Metallic A10 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Ft McCoy, Florida Posts: 37	believe it or not I bought mine at Beck in Palatka and Chris the service manager takes awesome care of me and the car I only have them work on it and I have the new oil and yes it does make a difference. I call them checking on things I read about and he confirms it thru GM for me.... good honest folks.

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