2010 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 289

Street High Performance Brake Burnishing Procedure Run this procedure in a safe manner and in compliance with all local and state ordinances/laws regarding motor vehicle operation. Run this procedure only on dry pavement. 1. From a stop, accelerate as rapidly as possible without activating traction control to a speed of 97 kph (60 mph). 2. Use enough pedal force to completely stop the vehicle in 4 to 5 seconds. If ABS activates, braking is too hard. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2, 50 times. This should take about 10 minutes. 4. After completing the 50 stops, cool the brakes by driving for 8 km (5 miles) at 97 kph (60 mph). As with all high performance brake systems, some amount of brake squeal is normal. Racing/Track Brake Burnish Procedure To prepare the ZR1 brake system for track events and racing, the Street High Performance Brake Burnish as described previously should be completed. In addition to completing the Street High Performance Brake Burnishing Procedure, the following additional procedure needs to be completed to make the ZR1 brake system ready for track events and racing. This procedure should only be run on a track and only on dry pavement. Notice: Brake pedal fade will occur during this track burnish procedure and can cause brake pedal travel and force to increase. This could extend stopping distance until the brakes are fully burnished. 1. Drive a normal first lap and not too aggressive. 2. Laps 2 and 3 should be gradually driven faster and more aggressive, while allowing for reduced brake output and increased stopping distance due to brake fade. 3. Lap 4 as near to full speed, while allowing for reduced brake output and increased stopping distance due to brake fade. 4. Laps 5 and 6 should be cool down laps 5. Lap 7 should be normal driving or an easy out lap. 5-21