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Every 2001 Silverado under warranty is backed with the following services: 1-800-CHEV-USA ® ( For vehicles purchased in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 ) that provides in an emergency: Courtesy Transportation Free lockout assistance Free dead-battery assistance Free out-of-fuel assistance Free flat-tire change Emergency towing
Every 2001 Silverado under warranty is backed with the following services: 1-800-CHEV-USA ® ( For vehicles purchased in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 ) that provides in an emergency: Courtesy Transportation Free lockout assistance Free dead-battery assistance Free out-of-fuel assistance Free flat-tire change Emergency towing
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... Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Problems on the Road Section 5 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck iii
... Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Problems on the Road Section 5 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck iii
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Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ (If Equipped) Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv
Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ (If Equipped) Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv
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Service Station Guide Cooling System For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6* See Section 5* Tire Pressure See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick Battery See Section 6 See Section 6* Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6* Fuel See Section 6* *For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, see the Diesel Engine Supplement
Service Station Guide Cooling System For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6* See Section 5* Tire Pressure See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick Battery See Section 6 See Section 6* Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6* Fuel See Section 6* *For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, see the Diesel Engine Supplement
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... the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on slippery surfaces, downshift at lower than normal vehicle speeds to prevent the tires from slipping. If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and is equipped with a center console, the front cup holder pulls out and turns 180_ to...
... the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on slippery surfaces, downshift at lower than normal vehicle speeds to prevent the tires from slipping. If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and is equipped with a center console, the front cup holder pulls out and turns 180_ to...
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... foot off of the accelerator for a couple of 4-Wheel Low (4LO) or NEUTRAL (N): 1. Don't pause in four-wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to the left of four-wheel drive. 2-36 Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped) The transfer case switches are located to wear faster and make your...
... foot off of the accelerator for a couple of 4-Wheel Low (4LO) or NEUTRAL (N): 1. Don't pause in four-wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to the left of four-wheel drive. 2-36 Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped) The transfer case switches are located to wear faster and make your...
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... disengage. 2-55 Cruise control can be dangerous where you apply your cruise control on slippery roads. D This can be dangerous on winding roads or in tire traction can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h). CAUTION: D Cruise control can really help on slippery roads. So, don't use cruise control on...
... disengage. 2-55 Cruise control can be dangerous where you apply your cruise control on slippery roads. D This can be dangerous on winding roads or in tire traction can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h). CAUTION: D Cruise control can really help on slippery roads. So, don't use cruise control on...
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...you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as good and your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light on . malfunction has been detected on during a malfunction in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Avoiding... hard accelerations. NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light to come on...
...you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as good and your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light on . malfunction has been detected on during a malfunction in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Avoiding... hard accelerations. NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light to come on...
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... time is important. But that make your brakes; It might be a lot of distance in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at the places where the tires meet the road. the weight of the vehicle and the amount of the road (wet, dry, icy); Sometimes, as two or three seconds or more...time and reaction time. That's perception time. But even in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is about 3/4 of a second. tire tread; They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. First, you have to decide to push on snow or ice, it's easy to bring...
... time is important. But that make your brakes; It might be a lot of distance in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at the places where the tires meet the road. the weight of the vehicle and the amount of the road (wet, dry, icy); Sometimes, as two or three seconds or more...time and reaction time. That's perception time. But even in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is about 3/4 of a second. tire tread; They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. First, you have to decide to push on snow or ice, it's easy to bring...
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..., the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. Here's what happens with ABS. If one of available tire and road conditions. You're driving safely. This can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front...
..., the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. Here's what happens with ABS. If one of available tire and road conditions. You're driving safely. This can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front...
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... varies the amount of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on Curves It's important to do their work where the tires meet the road. A lot of steering effort proportionate to your speed as you approach a curve, do if this . What should adjust your... tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. Of course, the posted speeds are out of the tires against the road surface makes it before you enter the curve, while your speed so you...
... varies the amount of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on Curves It's important to do their work where the tires meet the road. A lot of steering effort proportionate to your speed as you approach a curve, do if this . What should adjust your... tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. Of course, the posted speeds are out of the tires against the road surface makes it before you enter the curve, while your speed so you...
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... shoulder is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds. Then turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. A simple maneuver? A miscalculation, an error in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. Off-Road...
... shoulder is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds. Then turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. A simple maneuver? A miscalculation, an error in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. Off-Road...
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...your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you 'll want the vehicle to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to make a "mirrored surface" -- If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal. 4-16 such as enough water,... existing conditions, and by shifting to go. Always be longer and vehicle control more limited. You may straighten out. And in a curve causes tires to spin. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is skidding. The three types of skids correspond ...
...your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you 'll want the vehicle to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to make a "mirrored surface" -- If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal. 4-16 such as enough water,... existing conditions, and by shifting to go. Always be longer and vehicle control more limited. You may straighten out. And in a curve causes tires to spin. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is skidding. The three types of skids correspond ...
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... it locks into place. Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about your rear axle. Is the spare tire fully inflated? Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to load your vehicle. To replace the lower air dam, do before you go...
... it locks into place. Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about your rear axle. Is the spare tire fully inflated? Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to load your vehicle. To replace the lower air dam, do before you go...
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... could catch fire from any driving practice that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving; See "Vehicle Loading," "Luggage Carrier" and "Tires" in this includes wheel-spinning, breaking down trees or unnecessary driving through streams or over . You or your passengers could damage the environment -- Secure the...
... could catch fire from any driving practice that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving; See "Vehicle Loading," "Luggage Carrier" and "Tires" in this includes wheel-spinning, breaking down trees or unnecessary driving through streams or over . You or your passengers could damage the environment -- Secure the...
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... the terrain and plan your trip, especially when going to vibrations and vehicle bounce. But you have less time to scan the terrain for unusual tire or engine sounds. Getting Familiar with at least one of the best ways to control your vehicle have less time to react. Controlling your vehicle...
... the terrain and plan your trip, especially when going to vibrations and vehicle bounce. But you have less time to scan the terrain for unusual tire or engine sounds. Getting Familiar with at least one of the best ways to control your vehicle have less time to react. Controlling your vehicle...
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Driving safely on the hillside, or will the surface cause tire slipping? On a very small hill, for any doubt about the steepness, don't drive the hill. CAUTION: Many hills are more susceptible to find out. If ...
Driving safely on the hillside, or will the surface cause tire slipping? On a very small hill, for any doubt about the steepness, don't drive the hill. CAUTION: Many hills are more susceptible to find out. If ...
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... likelihood the vehicle will trip it . Here are some things to slip sideways, downhill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause your tires to consider: D Hidden obstacles can make your vehicle can hit something that 's too steep will make the steepness of the incline, don't drive across a hill...
... likelihood the vehicle will trip it . Here are some things to slip sideways, downhill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause your tires to consider: D Hidden obstacles can make your vehicle can hit something that 's too steep will make the steepness of the incline, don't drive across a hill...
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..., or sudden thaws can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. If it's deep enough to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand, you'll sense a change in wheel traction. You may want to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe...This has an effect on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can 't accelerate as on safe surfaces only. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. CAUTION: Driving on steering, accelerating and braking. Drive your vehicle on beaches or sand dunes) your vehicle moving , poor steering and difficult ...
..., or sudden thaws can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. If it's deep enough to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand, you'll sense a change in wheel traction. You may want to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe...This has an effect on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can 't accelerate as on safe surfaces only. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. CAUTION: Driving on steering, accelerating and braking. Drive your vehicle on beaches or sand dunes) your vehicle moving , poor steering and difficult ...
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... over. Stalling can stall. After Off-Road Driving Remove any leakage. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for any brush or debris that when your tailpipe under your tires, and you get your brakes get wet, it can be a fire hazard. These accumulations can cause glazing and...
... over. Stalling can stall. After Off-Road Driving Remove any leakage. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for any brush or debris that when your tailpipe under your tires, and you get your brakes get wet, it can be a fire hazard. These accumulations can cause glazing and...