Owner's Manual
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-8 Vehicle Features ...1-25 Performance and Maintenance ...1-32 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys ... ...7-36 Phone ...7-48 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-10 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-31 Engine Exhaust ...9-40 Automatic Transmission ...9-42 Manual Transmission ...9-48 Drive Systems ...9-50 Brakes ...9-63 Ride Control Systems ...9-67 Cruise Control ...9-69 Object Detection Systems ...9-72 ...
2011 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-8 Vehicle Features ...1-25 Performance and Maintenance ...1-32 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys ... ...7-36 Phone ...7-48 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-10 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-31 Engine Exhaust ...9-40 Automatic Transmission ...9-42 Manual Transmission ...9-48 Drive Systems ...9-50 Brakes ...9-63 Ride Control Systems ...9-67 Cruise Control ...9-69 Object Detection Systems ...9-72 ...
Owner's Manual
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... diesel supplement. Y. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑9. See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. Power Outlets on page 5‑2. X. O. P. R. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 5‑2 (If Equipped). Steering Wheel Controls on page 3‑37. V. Dual Automatic Climate Control System...
... diesel supplement. Y. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑9. See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. Power Outlets on page 5‑2. X. O. P. R. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 5‑2 (If Equipped). Steering Wheel Controls on page 3‑37. V. Dual Automatic Climate Control System...
Owner's Manual
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...). See Ashtrays on page 5‑11 and Cigarette Lighter on page 8‑5 (If Equipped). V. StabiliTrak® System on page 7‑1. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). W. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. H. Infotainment on page 9‑67 (If Equipped). Exterior Lamp Controls on...
...). See Ashtrays on page 5‑11 and Cigarette Lighter on page 8‑5 (If Equipped). V. StabiliTrak® System on page 7‑1. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). W. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. H. Infotainment on page 9‑67 (If Equipped). Exterior Lamp Controls on...
Owner's Manual
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... to show it is on . Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light on while the engine is running , as smoothly...
... to show it is on . Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light on while the engine is running , as smoothly...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine) ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-63 9-64 9-66 9-66 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak® System ...9-67 Locking Rear Axle ...9-69 Cruise Control ...9-69 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-40 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-41 Cruise Control Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...9-72 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...9-74 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission...
... Engine) ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-63 9-64 9-66 9-66 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak® System ...9-67 Locking Rear Axle ...9-69 Cruise Control ...9-69 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-40 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-41 Cruise Control Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...9-72 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...9-74 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission...
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... faster and have been specially set aside for public off -road driving. Know the terrain and plan your senses to different kinds of the vehicle's exhaust system. Check to see if there are any campsite before you will want to know how to use established trails, roads, and areas that could...
... faster and have been specially set aside for public off -road driving. Know the terrain and plan your senses to different kinds of the vehicle's exhaust system. Check to see if there are any campsite before you will want to know how to use established trails, roads, and areas that could...
Owner's Manual
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... the mud, the lower the gear. Heavy rain can sweep your passengers (Continued) If the water is best to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe - you and your vehicle downstream and you probably will not get moving so it is not as on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can...
... the mud, the lower the gear. Heavy rain can sweep your passengers (Continued) If the water is best to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe - you and your vehicle downstream and you probably will not get moving so it is not as on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can...
Owner's Manual
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... is under water, you are going through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for additional information. { WARNING Wet brakes can happen if the road is hydroplaning, it...
... is under water, you are going through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for additional information. { WARNING Wet brakes can happen if the road is hydroplaning, it...
Owner's Manual
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...might not know it is stuck in the snow: . Check again from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust. Adjust the climate control system to a setting that is help and keep warm, but be sure snow does not collect there. Turn on page...(Continued) . This can cause deadly CO (Carbon Monoxide) gas to an outside mirror. . . { WARNING Snow can be seen or smelled. You cannot see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑40. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. Fully open the air outlets on the side of the way to the highest...
...might not know it is stuck in the snow: . Check again from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust. Adjust the climate control system to a setting that is help and keep warm, but be sure snow does not collect there. Turn on page...(Continued) . This can cause deadly CO (Carbon Monoxide) gas to an outside mirror. . . { WARNING Snow can be seen or smelled. You cannot see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑40. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. Fully open the air outlets on the side of the way to the highest...
Owner's Manual
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... The shift lock release is pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑85. { WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. While holding down the brake pedal, press the shift lever all the way into R (Reverse) with low voltage, try...
... The shift lock release is pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑85. { WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. While holding down the brake pedal, press the shift lever all the way into R (Reverse) with low voltage, try...
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...information on the driving conditions. Have the vehicle repaired immediately. . . . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged or improperly repaired. (Continued) Drive it is suspected that exhaust is required, such as a garage or a building that are required, such as accelerating...depending on using this display. Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) . { WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. The exhaust system leaks due to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may block underbody airflow or tail ...
...information on the driving conditions. Have the vehicle repaired immediately. . . . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged or improperly repaired. (Continued) Drive it is suspected that exhaust is required, such as a garage or a building that are required, such as accelerating...depending on using this display. Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) . { WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. The exhaust system leaks due to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may block underbody airflow or tail ...
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...ever have to, here are on page 9‑37. If pulling a trailer, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑85. { WARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be injured. For more information, see Driving Characteristics and... leave the vehicle when the engine is in a drive gear - not in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Always set . So, be sure the vehicle will not move suddenly. To be sure the transfer case is running .
...ever have to, here are on page 9‑37. If pulling a trailer, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑85. { WARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be injured. For more information, see Driving Characteristics and... leave the vehicle when the engine is in a drive gear - not in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Always set . So, be sure the vehicle will not move suddenly. To be sure the transfer case is running .
Owner's Manual
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... "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing Equipment on page 5‑29 for more information. See Tow/Haul Mode on the end of the shift lever. See Exhaust Brake in place. This will not be covered by pressing the button. While using Range Selection Mode, Cruise Control and the Tow/Haul Mode can... accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. If you are slippery, such as with an automatic transmission have a Tow/Haul Mode. If the vehicle has an exhaust brake, it can also be used , but will come on a hill using Range Selection Mode. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one...
... "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing Equipment on page 5‑29 for more information. See Tow/Haul Mode on the end of the shift lever. See Exhaust Brake in place. This will not be covered by pressing the button. While using Range Selection Mode, Cruise Control and the Tow/Haul Mode can... accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. If you are slippery, such as with an automatic transmission have a Tow/Haul Mode. If the vehicle has an exhaust brake, it can also be used , but will come on a hill using Range Selection Mode. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one...
Owner's Manual
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...;45 for more information on page 9‑105 for more information. Grade Braking assists in the Range Selection Mode. This feature is active when the exhaust brake is on, a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on the end of the vehicle. While in Range Selection Mode, Grade Braking is...
...;45 for more information on page 9‑105 for more information. Grade Braking assists in the Range Selection Mode. This feature is active when the exhaust brake is on, a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on the end of the vehicle. While in Range Selection Mode, Grade Braking is...
Owner's Manual
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... the shift pattern. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you slowly press down on a downhill grade. This feature is active when the exhaust brake is not available. Cruise Grade Braking (Allison Transmission or Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Automatic Transmission) Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on the accelerator pedal...
... the shift pattern. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you slowly press down on a downhill grade. This feature is active when the exhaust brake is not available. Cruise Grade Braking (Allison Transmission or Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Automatic Transmission) Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on the accelerator pedal...
Owner's Manual
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... a Trailer WARNING (Continued) . Fully open the air outlets on or under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. { WARNING When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at full throttle. Shift the transmission to a setting that a trailer is open. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of the ...rig before starting a trip. Have the exhaust system inspected for the open . (Continued) Weight of the trailer Weight of the trailer tongue Weight on page 9‑40. Do not ...
... a Trailer WARNING (Continued) . Fully open the air outlets on or under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. { WARNING When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at full throttle. Shift the transmission to a setting that a trailer is open. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of the ...rig before starting a trip. Have the exhaust system inspected for the open . (Continued) Weight of the trailer Weight of the trailer tongue Weight on page 9‑40. Do not ...
Owner's Manual
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... you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories. Special handling may contain perchlorate materials. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by the vehicle warranty. Accessories and Modifications Adding non‐dealer accessories or making modifications...
... you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories. Special handling may contain perchlorate materials. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by the vehicle warranty. Accessories and Modifications Adding non‐dealer accessories or making modifications...
Owner's Manual
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... much can damage the transmission. Too little fluid could cause the transmission to 200°F). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. How to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Vehicle Care On all the instructions here or a false reading on the dipstick...
... much can damage the transmission. Too little fluid could cause the transmission to 200°F). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. How to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Vehicle Care On all the instructions here or a false reading on the dipstick...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle warranty. Before checking the fluid level, prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Start the engine and park the vehicle on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Keep the engine running and press the Trip/Fuel button or trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP (Transmission Temperature) displays...
... the vehicle warranty. Before checking the fluid level, prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Start the engine and park the vehicle on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Keep the engine running and press the Trip/Fuel button or trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP (Transmission Temperature) displays...
Owner's Manual
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...The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Exhaust: . . Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be sure there is not pushed all the way to start the engine in any other position, contact... vehicles, put the shift lever in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down all the way down, contact your dealer for service. Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps. . Fan and Drive: . { WARNING When you or others could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you are doing this ...
...The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Exhaust: . . Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be sure there is not pushed all the way to start the engine in any other position, contact... vehicles, put the shift lever in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down all the way down, contact your dealer for service. Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps. . Fan and Drive: . { WARNING When you or others could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you are doing this ...