2012 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 158
2012 Chevrolet Corvette Manual
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5-44 Instruments and Controls ACTIVE HANDLING READY This message displays when the functional check of the Active Handling System has been completed. See Active Handling System on page 9‑38 for more information. See Competitive Driving Mode on page 9‑39, including the "Launch Control" information. Ride Control System Messages ACTIVE HANDLING This message displays when the Active Handling System is operating. The Active Handling System is a computer controlled system that assists the driver in controlling the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. You may feel or hear the system working and see the ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in the DIC. This message stays on for a few seconds following the active handling event. This is normal when the system is operating. See Active Handling System on page 9‑38 and Braking on page 9‑4. MAXIMUM SPEED 129 km/h (80 MPH) This message displays when a malfunction is present in the Selective Ride Control system. The vehicle speed will be limited to a value determined by the vehicle when the shock absorber system has failed and the shocks are in their full soft mode. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes. COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE This message displays and a sound will be heard when the Competitive Driving mode is selected. The instrument panel cluster light will be on when the Competitive Driving mode is selected. If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, Launch Control is available when this mode is selected. The Traction Control System (TCS) will not be operating while in the Competitive Driving mode. Adjust your driving accordingly. This system is available on all models except ZR1 and Z06.