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Old 11-29-2021, 09:59 PM   #1
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Which PTM Mode Is Your Fav
I just purchased a ZL1 and I’m not sure what setting to use in the sport or tour mode. What is your favorite all around mode to use? Or do you turn it all the way off? Let me know what’s the best and funnest to use. Thanks everyone!
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Old 11-30-2021, 08:23 PM   #2
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drive in each setting see what you like. 99% of the time i drive in track mode. More control of the car is how I like it
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Old 11-30-2021, 09:46 PM   #3
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drive in each setting see what you like. 99% of the time i drive in track mode. More control of the car is how I like it
That’s PTM 5 correct. I played with it a little so far and 5 was the one I used the most. Haven’t tried with them all turned completely off yet.
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Old 11-30-2021, 09:55 PM   #4
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I just purchased a ZL1 and I’m not sure what setting to use in the sport or tour mode. What is your favorite all around mode to use? Or do you turn it all the way off? Let me know what’s the best and funnest to use. Thanks everyone!
M6 sport.. PTM 5 for track.
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Old 11-30-2021, 09:59 PM   #5
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M6 sport.. PTM 5 for track.
Mine is an automatic.
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Old 12-01-2021, 07:30 AM   #6
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Mine is an automatic.

No Launch control if auto, If its a Vert no PTM. Sport probably still best.


Similarly, the Hydra-Matic 6L90 automatic transmission has been strengthened to handle the torque and horsepower produced by the 6.2L supercharged small block. The 6L90 transnsmission features a strengthened input gearset with two additional pinion gears, additional clutch plate, and a strengthened output shaft and gearset. To make the ZL1 perform equally well on street and track, the 6L90 features three distinct drive modes:
  • Drive: The shift pattern is calibrated for optimal fuel economy, including second-gear starts, while the shift feel is tuned for a smooth driving experience. Engaging the tap-shift feature on the steering wheel or shift lever engages temporary manual mode.
  • Sport: The shift pattern is calibrated for more aggressing driving, including first-gear starts for maximum performance. The shift feel is also more aggressive, with a performance algorithm that holds the transmission in lower gears during aggressive driving.
  • Manual: Here, the 6L90 offers the driver true manual control, with no automatic up shifts, and staged upshifts for incredibly fast shifts and maximum performance.
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Old 12-01-2021, 11:24 AM   #7
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90% of the time sport.

The other 10% I enjoy being in PTM 5.
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Old 12-01-2021, 05:09 PM   #8
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90% of the time sport.

The other 10% I enjoy being in PTM 5.
Ok so not in a PTM mode then? How do I get it to just “sport”? When I was playing with it, it seemed to only be giving me PTM modes. 1-5. Thank you!
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Ok so not in a PTM mode then? How do I get it to just “sport”? When I was playing with it, it seemed to only be giving me PTM modes. 1-5. Thank you!
Read 9-26 - 9-29 of your owners manual..
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Read 9-26 - 9-29 of your owners manual..
I dont have one, that is why I am asking. Sorry.
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Old 12-02-2021, 06:34 AM   #11
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I dont have one, that is why I am asking. Sorry.
Ah google is your Friend..


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Old 12-09-2021, 11:44 AM   #12
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Ok so not in a PTM mode then? How do I get it to just “sport”? When I was playing with it, it seemed to only be giving me PTM modes. 1-5. Thank you!
To only have sport activated just press the sport button.

You need to activate PTM every time you restart the car. Sport or Tour will stay on depending on which one you selected before you shut the car off.

Hope that helps. Enjoy!
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Old 12-12-2021, 12:39 AM   #13
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Sport is my regular mode.
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Old 12-13-2021, 08:24 AM   #14
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Tour when cruising on HWY. Close/OEM setting NPP using Forza controller
Sport when on the streets. Open NPP with Forza
PTM 3 for mountains.
PTM 4 for warm up laps on track.
PTM 5 when tires are warm and your chasing lap times. Also to activate Launch Control mode.
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