Launch Control Doesn't Work

EJR8402 · 06-08-2020, 09:37 PM

And by doesn't work I mean the system simply won't engage. I put it in track mode, stabilitrak, etc and it shows me "apply brake." At this point, when you apply the brake it's supposed to show the bar filling up, similar to line lock, but this doesn't happen at all.

Anyone else experience this? Is there a solution other than taking it to the dealer?

crosive · 06-08-2020, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by EJR8402

And by doesn't work I mean the system simply won't engage. I put it in track mode, stabilitrak, etc and it shows me "apply brake." At this point, when you apply the brake it's supposed to show the bar filling up, similar to line lock, but this doesn't happen at all.

Anyone else experience this? Is there a solution other than taking it to the dealer?

how hard are you applying the brake? you have to apply it *hard*, like almost standing on it (at least that's what I had to do in my 17 ss and 18 zl1)

CoeusAscended · 06-09-2020, 02:29 AM

Don't apply your brake, stomp your brake, and try again.

DrHolliday · 06-09-2020, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by EJR8402

And by doesn't work I mean the system simply won't engage. I put it in track mode, stabilitrak, etc and it shows me "apply brake." At this point, when you apply the brake it's supposed to show the bar filling up, similar to line lock, but this doesn't happen at all.

Anyone else experience this? Is there a solution other than taking it to the dealer?

It works in my '19. but the bar doesn't fill. Just push the brake to the floor hard, then stab the throttle to the floor. it will hold rpm's about 2k unless you adjust it.

EJR8402 · 06-09-2020, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by DrHolliday

It works in my '19. but the bar doesn't fill. Just push the brake to the floor hard, then stab the throttle to the floor. it will hold rpm's about 2k unless you adjust it.

Thank you, I'll try that...strange that the bar wouldn't fill up like I've seen on videos.

EJR8402 · 06-09-2020, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by crosive

how hard are you applying the brake? you have to apply it *hard*, like almost standing on it (at least that's what I had to do in my 17 ss and 18 zl1)

I was applying it pretty d@mn hard. If it works without the bar filling up, that would explain it.

ride_002000 · 06-09-2020, 11:24 AM

I thought mine didn't work either and felt I was pressing very hard on the brake but take above advice and stomp on the brake.

2SS Capt · 06-09-2020, 01:31 PM

I thought the same thing on my 2020 2SS... The bar does NOT fill up on launch control (you would think it should by the way it looks, but it doesn't).

Step on the brakes like a panic stop then jam the throttle hard (my first couple tries I eased in the throttle and it didn't work, way exceeded 2000 RPM). You have to stab the throttle to the floor and it will work, let it stabilizer at 2000 and quickly release the brakes and hang on!

EJR8402 · 06-09-2020, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 2SS Capt

I thought the same thing on my 2020 2SS... The bar does NOT fill up on launch control (you would think it should by the way it looks, but it doesn't).

Step on the brakes like a panic stop then jam the throttle hard (my first couple tries I eased in the throttle and it didn't work, way exceeded 2000 RPM). You have to stab the throttle to the floor and it will work, let it stabilizer at 2000 and quickly release the brakes and hang on!

Ok- I'm glad something isn't messed up. Looking forward to trying this!

Sayykidd · 01-09-2022, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2SS Capt

I thought the same thing on my 2020 2SS... The bar does NOT fill up on launch control (you would think it should by the way it looks, but it doesn't).

Step on the brakes like a panic stop then jam the throttle hard (my first couple tries I eased in the throttle and it didn't work, way exceeded 2000 RPM). You have to stab the throttle to the floor and it will work, let it stabilizer at 2000 and quickly release the brakes and hang on!

Thanks man !! I thought mines didn’t work either 😂😂

flobb · 01-09-2022, 08:21 PM

I have to admit I made a pretty stupid mistake the first time I tried line lock. The car was in Park. I was stomping the crap out of the brake trying to figure out why it wouldn't engage.

lt4camaro · 01-10-2022, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 2SS Capt

I thought the same thing on my 2020 2SS... The bar does NOT fill up on launch control (you would think it should by the way it looks, but it doesn't).

Step on the brakes like a panic stop then jam the throttle hard (my first couple tries I eased in the throttle and it didn't work, way exceeded 2000 RPM). You have to stab the throttle to the floor and it will work, let it stabilizer at 2000 and quickly release the brakes and hang on!

Hey 2SS Capt, would you know if the base LT1 has this option as the car has no track mode?

ZL1plumbin · 01-10-2022, 06:03 PM

Never thought about it until now but do the manual trans cars have launch control also?

lt4camaro · 01-10-2022, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1plumbin

Never thought about it until now but do the manual trans cars have launch control also?

Auto trans cars only.

06-08-2020, 09:37 PM	#1
EJR8402 Drives: 2019 Red Hot 1SS "Scarlett" Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 194	Launch Control Doesn't Work And by doesn't work I mean the system simply won't engage. I put it in track mode, stabilitrak, etc and it shows me "apply brake." At this point, when you apply the brake it's supposed to show the bar filling up, similar to line lock, but this doesn't happen at all. Anyone else experience this? Is there a solution other than taking it to the dealer?

06-09-2020, 01:31 PM	#8
2SS Capt 2020 Shadow Gray 2SS Drives: 2020 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, CAI Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,032	I thought the same thing on my 2020 2SS... The bar does NOT fill up on launch control (you would think it should by the way it looks, but it doesn't). Step on the brakes like a panic stop then jam the throttle hard (my first couple tries I eased in the throttle and it didn't work, way exceeded 2000 RPM). You have to stab the throttle to the floor and it will work, let it stabilizer at 2000 and quickly release the brakes and hang on! __________________ 2020 SGM 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, Red Calipers, Black Camaro Fender Badge, Footwell Lighting *Added after delivery:* - GMP CAI, GMP Black Strut Tower Brace, MRR017 1LE Wheels, SS Armrest, Black Fuel Door, Stainless Sport Pedals, SS Wheel Caps, Black Lugs/Locks, GM Splash Guards, DD Smoked LED Markers, Smoked Rear Reflectors, Mishimoto Catch Can, Xpel PPF - Full Front, SunTek 35% Tint, CeramicPro coating, RST Stainless Brake Lines, Castrol SRF, MSD Super Conductor Wires *Left: My "fun" ride. Right: My "work" ride: a Gulfstream G600. One's top speed is 180 Mph, the other, 620 Mph...*

06-09-2020, 02:29 AM	#3
CoeusAscended Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS 2018 Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Sweden Posts: 102	Don't apply your brake, stomp your brake, and try again.

06-09-2020, 11:24 AM	#7
ride_002000 Drives: 2016 F150 Join Date: May 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 169	I thought mine didn't work either and felt I was pressing very hard on the brake but take above advice and stomp on the brake.

01-09-2022, 08:21 PM	#11
flobb Drives: 2022 2SS Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: MO Posts: 156	I have to admit I made a pretty stupid mistake the first time I tried line lock. The car was in Park. I was stomping the crap out of the brake trying to figure out why it wouldn't engage.

01-10-2022, 06:03 PM	#13
ZL1plumbin Drives: ZL1 1LE on order Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: MI Posts: 177	Never thought about it until now but do the manual trans cars have launch control also?

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