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Bulletin No.: 18-NA-290

Date: October, 2018

INFORMATION

Subject: 2019 Chevrolet Camaro New Model Features

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Chevrolet Camaro 2019 2019 All All Varies by Model Varies by Model

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Overview

Bulletin Purpose

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2019 Camaro 1LE

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The 2019 model year introduces a Mid-Cycle Major forthe 6th Generation Camaro. The changes for ModelYear 2019 are grouped into three categories: ModelLine-Up, New Features and Product Refinements.

Model Line-Up Highlights

The Camaro line-up has been refined for 2019 forfurther distinction, lower pricing and more choices.

Available trim levels, equipment content andpowertrains may differ in Canada. Refer to the GMCanada Vehicle Order Guide.

Notice:• Only coupe SS, ZL1 and models equipped with

1LE track packages—RPO’s A1X, A1Y or A1Zare considered track capable. Track PrepGuides can be found on the ChevroletOwner’s site.OR

• Chevrolet Camaro High Performance OwnerManual Supplement > Driving and Operating >Driving Information > Track Events andCompetitive Driving

LS• 2.0L Turbocharged Engine — RPO LTG (No

Engine Cover on the LS)• Coupe Only• Manual Transmission Standard, Automatic

Transmission Optional• Single Zone Automatic Climate Control System• Manual Forward/Rearward Passenger Seat,

Power Recline1LT— Additional Options over the LS• Optional 3.6L V6 Engine — RPO LGX• 6-way Power Front Passenger Seat• Available 1LE Track Package — RPO A1X (M/

Tonly)• Coupe and Convertible

2LT— Additional Options over the 1LT• Dual Automatic Climate Control System• Heated/Ventilated Leather Seats

3LT— Additional Options over the 2LT• 3.6L V6 Engine — RPO LGX• Auto-dimming Frameless Inside Rearview Mirror• Bose Premium 9-Speaker System• Navigation• Optional RS Package

1SS• 6.2L V8 Engine — RPO LT1• 6-Speed M/T Standard, 10-Speed A/T Optional• 8-way Power Driver Seat; 6-way Power

Passenger Seat• Available 1LE Track Package — RPO A1Y (M/

Tonly)• Brembo® Brake Calipers 4-Piston Front and Rear• Coupe/Convertible

2SS— Additional Options over the 1SS• Bose Premium Speakers• Dual Automatic Climate Control System• Forward Collision Alert (Coupe Only)• Head-Up Display• Heated and Ventilated Leather Trimmed Seats• Heated Steering Wheel• Illuminated Door Sill Plates• Interior Spectrum Lighting• Lane Change Alert (LCA) with Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA)• Magnetic Ride Control• Memory Package• Rear Camera Mirror• Rear Cross Traffic Alert• Rear Park Assist

ZL1• 6.2L V8 Supercharged Engine — RPO LT4• 6-Speed M/T Standard, 10-speed A/T Optional• Available 1LE Track Package (M/T Only) —

RPO A1Z• Coupe and Convertible• Brembo® Brake Calipers 6-Piston Front and

4-Piston Rear• Electronic Limited Slip Differential (ELSD)• Forward Collision Alert (Coupe Only)• Launch Control• Magnetic Ride Control• Rear Camera Mirror• Recaro™ Performance Seats• Suede Wrapped Steering Wheel and Shifter• Wireless Charging System (WCS)

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New Features

Exterior and Safety– Front Fascia: The LS/LT front fascia eliminates the

separate DRL in 2019. The DRL’s are integrated intothe LED headlamps. The RS and SS fascia includesfunctional side air vents for improved aerodynamics.DRL’s are separate with the SS fascia. Due to theextensive development for aerodynamics, the ZL1front fascia remains unchanged from 2018.

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– LED Headlamps: All models will receive LEDheadlamps for 2019. LED headlamps are muchbrighter in appearance than the previous HIDheadlamps.

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– Hood: The LS/LTand SS models receiveredesigned hoods. The center section is taller thanthe previous hood. The SS hood is equipped with afunctional air extractor. Vehicles equipped with the

1LE Track Package will be equipped with a factoryinstalled black hood wrap. The 2019 hood wrapappearance more closely matches the appearanceof the black outside rearview mirrors, where the 2018hood wrap had more of a flat black appearance. Thenew hood wrap material will be available for backservice of MY2017 and MY2018 1LE’s.

– Wheels: LS/LTand SS models offer all new wheeloptions. RS and SS 20-inch wheels come equippedwith summer-only run flat tires. The ZL1 wheel andtire options do not change for 2019.

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Tail Lamps: All models are equipped with LED taillamps. The base LS/LT model tail lamps are red. TheLTequipped with the RS package, SS and ZL1models are equipped with dark lens (smoked) taillamps.

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– Rear Fascia: The rear fascia design changes from2018 to accommodate the 2019 tail lamps. Forvehicles equipped with the Dual Mode PerformanceExhaust, the rear diffuser is equipped with aircurtains to help reduce drag.

– Rear Camera Mirror— RPO DRZ: Available on theLT model equipped with the RS package, SS andZL1 (excluding vehicles with 1LE Track Packages).The camera is mounted in the center station of therear spoiler. The rear camera display is integratedinto the inside rearview mirror. A toggle switch islocated on the bottom portion of the mirror thattransforms the view from a traditional rearview mirrorto a rear display camera providing a wider, lessobstructed field of view. The rear display camera canassist when changing lanes and checking forvehicles in the typical vehicle blind spots. It providesa view that is unobstructed by the vehicle’s pillars,deck lid, roof and head restraints. The rear cameramirror also has buttons on the bottom of the mirror toadjust brightness and zoom. 1080p digital displaywith gridlines.

– Forward Collision Alert— RPO UEU: FCA isavailable on 3LT, 2SS and ZL1 models (coupe only).FCA is not available if the vehicle is equipped withthe Performance Data Recorder (PDR) because bothcameras utilize the same location behind therearview mirror. The FCA system will detect when afront-end collision situation is imminent, whilefollowing a detected vehicle. It alerts the driver to apotential crash. It also alerts the driver if they arefollowing a detected vehicle too closely. The forwardcollision alert can be turned OFF but it will beenabled again at the next key cycle.

– Blended Spectrum Lighting: 24 colors areavailable. New blended colors are offered where thelight will start as one color at the center stack and willblend through the boomerangs on the door trim toanother color at the cup holder.

– Engine Air Filter Life: The 2.0L Turbo and V6 bothhave the new Engine Air Filter Life system. Thisshows an estimate of the engine air filter remaininguseful life and the state of the system. Engine AirFilter Life 95% means 95% of the current air filter liferemains. Calculated by the ECM, the monitor doesnot use a sensor and when replacement isnecessary a message is displayed in the DIC. Whenthe REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE messagedisplays, the engine air filter should be replaced atthe time of the next oil change. When the REPLACENOW message displays, the engine air filter shouldbe replaced as soon as possible. The Air Filter Lifedisplay must be reset after the engine air filterreplacement. To reset the Remaining Life go toEngine Air Filter Life System in the Owner Manual.

– Universal Garage Door Opener: The UniversalGarage Door Opener button has been deleted due toOnStar® buttons re-locating from the inside rearviewmirror.

Transmission

10L80 10-Speed Automatic

The 10L80, 10-speed automatic transmission — RPOMF6 with paddle shift, is now available on the SSmodel. The 10L80 delivers nearly instantaneous shiftsfor maximum performance. In Tour, Sport and TrackMode, the transmission is calibrated with a featurereferred to as PAL (Performance Algorithm Lift), whichholds the gears longer. This prevents upshifts rightaway on a lift throttle, which allows for better poweringout of a corner. The 10-speed transmission is alsocalibrated with a “Smart Decrement” feature thatprovides feedback to the driver in the form of a smalldownshift, when the Driver Mode is changed. SSmodels equipped with the 10L80 also feature CustomLaunch Control and Line Lock, which was previouslyonly available on the ZL1.• Custom Launch Control: This feature allows the

driver to adjust both the launch RPM and rearwheel slippage through the Driver InformationCenter. The DIC now offers a Brake Pressure bargraphic to assist with operation.

• Line Lock: This feature will lock the front wheelsto enable the rear wheels to spin, warming thetires for maximum grip at the drag strip. All specificconditions must be met to perform Line Lock. Theburnout must be completed within 15 seconds.

Product Refinements

Infotainment 3

Overview

Infotainment 3 offers a simple interface with clean,modern screen layouts, intuitive controls and asummary view page that keeps the most frequentlyused apps within easy view. Multiple user profiles canbe set up and provide the ability to select preferences(radio, display, sound, navigation preferences andapps). The user can load their profile from car to carusing Chevrolet MyLink. Bluetooth® capability isprovided for two users (the ability to use two activephones simultaneously). If the driver leaves the vehicle,the primary phone will switch to the passenger. Whenthe driver reenters the vehicle, the primary phone doesnot automatically switch back to the driver.

Radio Overview

Notice: If the radio is muted when the vehicle isturned OFF, the radio will unmute at the next keycycle. This is a change from 2018 radios and isworking as designed.

The systems are identified as follows:• Chevrolet Infotainment 3— RPO IOR: Standard

on LS, 1LTand 2LT, it is equipped with a 7-inch(178 mm) diagonal color touch screen and isApple Carplay and Android Auto compatible.Bluetooth utilizes a microphone in the driver sideA-pillar only.

• Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus— RPO IOS:Available on 1LT, 2LTand standard on SS andZL1, it is equipped with an 8-inch (203 mm)

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diagonal, high resolution, color touch screen andis Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatible.Voice recognition, personalization and App shopcapable. Available Bose audio system — RPOUQA. Bluetooth utilizes microphones in both thedriver and passenger A-pillar.

• Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium withNavigation— RPO IOT: Standard on 3LTandavailable on SS and ZL1, it is equipped with an8-inch (203 mm) diagonal, high resolution, colortouch screen and is Apple Carplay and AndroidAuto compatible. Voice recognition,personalization and App shop capable. StandardBose audio system — RPO UQA. Bluetoothutilizes microphones in both the driver andpassenger A-pillar. An SD card is required withthis radio and is shipped with the vehicle andinstalled in the SD slot.

Updates

The infotainment system can download and installselect software updates over a wireless connection.The system will prompt for certain updates to bedownloaded and installed. There is also an option tocheck for updates manually. To manually check forupdates, touch Settings on the Home Page, followed bySoftware Information, and then System Update. Followthe on-screen prompts. The steps to check for,download, and install updates vary by vehicle.

Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software updatesrequires Internet connectivity, which can be accessedthrough the vehicle’s built-in 4G or 4G LTE connection,if equipped and active. If required, data plans areprovided by a third party. Optionally, a secure Wi-Fi®hotspot such as a compatible mobile device hotspot,home hotspot, or public hotspot can be used.Applicable data rates may apply.

Over-the-Air Capability

An updatable platform with cloud connectivity isavailable so automatic vehicle software updates can beprovided Over The Air.OTA capable modules are:• Telematics Communication Interface Control

Module.• Infotainment 3 Radio — RPO IOR, IOS or IOT.

(Identified as the A11 Radio in the MasterElectrical Component List).

• The K56 Serial Data Gateway Module.• The Map System On-board SD Card. (If

equipped).

Over-the-Air-Vehicle Map Updates

If equipped, the infotainment system can receive mapupdates over the air. Map updates occur within a 100 mi(161 km) radius around the home address on file. Thisboundary will adjust over time based on drivingpatterns. The vehicle uses a Cloud-connected serviceto receive the data and downloads it to the system’son-board SD card, if equipped. A data plan orcompatible mobile device hotspot is required. The SDcard is required for navigation system function. When amap update is available, a prompt will appear on theinfotainment display. Once the update is accepted, it

will download and run in the background withoutinterrupting any infotainment functions. The downloadwill carry over ignition cycles, stopping and startingwhere it left OFF. The updates can be set to downloadautomatically.

Telematics Communication Interface ControlModule

The OnStar® Telecommunications Platform systemcommunicates with various infotainment componentsvia Ethernet. OnStar® uses the Global System forMobile Communication (GSM) to communicate dataand voice signals over the national cellular network.The telematics communication interface control modulesupports entertainment WiFi® hotspots by providing aconnection to the cellular network for internet access.The module is capable of up to 4G LTE speeds andhouses 2 technology systems, one to process GlobalPositioning System (GPS) data, and another for cellularinformation. The module sends and receives all cellularcommunications over two cellular antennas and cellularantenna coax cables.

WiFi® Support

The telematics communication interface control modulesupports entertainment WiFi® hotspots by providing aconnection to the cellular network for internet access.The radio acts as the central WiFi® router andconnects hardwire Ethernet to the telematicscommunication interface control module. Thetelematics communication interface control modulecompletes the connection to the internet through thecellular network. It has the ability to connect up to 7devices at one time.

Refined Technology

• Adjustable HUD – tilt (side to side) is adjustablethru the DIC.

• Features turned on at Start-up include the Heated/Vented seat, Defrost and Rear Defrost.

• OnStar® Gen 11 still manages the microphone(s).A back up battery is no longer provided in theservice module. Battery will need to be swappedfrom the original module.

• If an OnStar® service module is needed, refer to:#03-08-46-004U: Part Restriction and OrderingProcess Information for OnStar VehicleCommunication Interface Modules (VCIM)

• “Pops and burbles” through the exhaust after awide open throttle event, are more pronouncedthan ever before on all V8’s and 1LE’s. “Pops andBurbles” are created by fuel cuts on downshift anddecel. This is a normal characteristic of theCamaro.

• Eliminated wireless charging on all models except2019 ZL1. Wireless Charging uses the Gen 2System.

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Version Information

Version 1

Modified Released September 25, 2018

Trademark Footnotes

BOSE® is a registered trademark of the BOSECorporationBrembo® is a registered trademark of Brembo SpA.RECARO™ is a trademark of RECAROBeteiligungs-GmbH

OnStar® is a registered trademark of OnStar, LLCWi-Fi® is the registered trademark of the Wi-FiAllianceBluetooth® is a registered trademark of theBluetooth Special Interest Group

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