Owner's Manual
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... 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 and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-11 Exterior Mirrors ...2-14 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-18 Roof ...2-20 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-12 Airbag System ...3-29 Child Restraints ...3-47 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges...
... 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 and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-11 Exterior Mirrors ...2-14 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-18 Roof ...2-20 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-12 Airbag System ...3-29 Child Restraints ...3-47 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges...
Owner's Manual
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-41 Bulb Replacement ...10-43 Electrical System ...10-47 Wheels and Tires ...10-55 Jump Starting ...10-94 Towing ...10-99 Appearance Care ...10-104 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-8 Maintenance Records ...11-12 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information...
2011 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-41 Bulb Replacement ...10-43 Electrical System ...10-47 Wheels and Tires ...10-55 Jump Starting ...10-94 Towing ...10-99 Appearance Care ...10-104 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-8 Maintenance Records ...11-12 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information...
Owner's Manual
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...® System ...1-32 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-33 Engine Oil Life System ...1-33 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-34 Driving for Passenger Airbag ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-22 1-23 1-25 1-26 1-26 1-27 1-27 1-28 1-28 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ... In...
...® System ...1-32 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-33 Engine Oil Life System ...1-33 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-34 Driving for Passenger Airbag ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-22 1-23 1-25 1-26 1-26 1-27 1-27 1-28 1-28 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ... In...
Owner's Manual
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... Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). M. Parking Brake on page 9‑45. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Manual Mode on page 9‑64. Infotainment on page 6‑8. Dome Lamps on page 7‑1. Fog Lamps on page 6‑5 (Out of View). Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑6 (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 4‑1. Instrument Panel Storage on page 9‑42. J. K. Hood Release. F. N. Turn and Lane‐Change...
... Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). M. Parking Brake on page 9‑45. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Manual Mode on page 9‑64. Infotainment on page 6‑8. Dome Lamps on page 7‑1. Fog Lamps on page 6‑5 (Out of View). Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑6 (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 4‑1. Instrument Panel Storage on page 9‑42. J. K. Hood Release. F. N. Turn and Lane‐Change...
Owner's Manual
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Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑64. Shift Lever. M. N. Parking Brake on page 5‑4. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 9‑72 (If Equipped). V. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 5‑2. Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. H. Instrument Cluster on page 9‑42. See Automatic Transmission on page 5‑12. Dome Lamps on page 8‑5 (If Equipped). O. Q. S. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or...
Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑64. Shift Lever. M. N. Parking Brake on page 5‑4. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 9‑72 (If Equipped). V. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 5‑2. Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. H. Instrument Cluster on page 9‑42. See Automatic Transmission on page 5‑12. Dome Lamps on page 8‑5 (If Equipped). O. Q. S. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or...
Owner's Manual
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... the panic alarm. Press L again to unlock the driver door. Starting the Vehicle 1. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will be found later in this feature the engine can be started from the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is running. For more than two seconds to each of the vehicle. Press to cancel the panic alarm. Press L and hold / until the turn on and...
... the panic alarm. Press L again to unlock the driver door. Starting the Vehicle 1. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will be found later in this feature the engine can be started from the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is running. For more than two seconds to each of the vehicle. Press to cancel the panic alarm. Press L and hold / until the turn on and...
Owner's Manual
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... deselect the mirror. 2. Manual Foldaway Mirrors Manually fold the mirrors inward to the driving position. See Trailer-Tow Mirrors on the driver door. 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Power Foldaway Mirrors To fold the mirrors: 1. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Interior Mirror Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to extend it for a clearer view of lights from behind the vehicle. Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located...
... deselect the mirror. 2. Manual Foldaway Mirrors Manually fold the mirrors inward to the driving position. See Trailer-Tow Mirrors on the driver door. 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Power Foldaway Mirrors To fold the mirrors: 1. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Interior Mirror Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to extend it for a clearer view of lights from behind the vehicle. Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located...
Owner's Manual
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Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Doors Rear Doors (Extended Cab) ...2-9 Tailgate ...2-10 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...2-11 Anti-theft Alarm System ...2-11 Immobilizer ...2-12 Immobilizer ...
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Doors Rear Doors (Extended Cab) ...2-9 Tailgate ...2-10 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...2-11 Anti-theft Alarm System ...2-11 Immobilizer ...2-12 Immobilizer ...
Owner's Manual
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...to vehicle maneuvers. Tailgate Removal The tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Lift the clip over the bolt, and push the cable forward then rotate down. 2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Open the tailgate by lifting up , pull it latches ...speeds. Falling from a moving vehicle may need to assist with a lock on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, use the key to the vehicle. On vehicles with removal to avoid damage to lock or unlock the tailgate. Raise the tailgate slightly and release...
...to vehicle maneuvers. Tailgate Removal The tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Lift the clip over the bolt, and push the cable forward then rotate down. 2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Open the tailgate by lifting up , pull it latches ...speeds. Falling from a moving vehicle may need to assist with a lock on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, use the key to the vehicle. On vehicles with removal to avoid damage to lock or unlock the tailgate. Raise the tailgate slightly and release...
Owner's Manual
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... the doors are locked with the door key after the doors are closed. PASS-Key III+ is removed from the LOCK/OFF position. If you use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter. 2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Testing the Alarm To test the alarm: 1. If the alarm does not sound when it to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the ignition. Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has PASS-Key®...
... the doors are locked with the door key after the doors are closed. PASS-Key III+ is removed from the LOCK/OFF position. If you use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter. 2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Testing the Alarm To test the alarm: 1. If the alarm does not sound when it to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the ignition. Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has PASS-Key®...
Owner's Manual
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...CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. 3. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to start the compass calibration. Press the H button again until the flashing stops after five seconds and the current time displayed automatically sets. Or, if the vehicle does not have DIC... displayed time, or wait until the clock display stops flashing to set /reset button to change the time format. 5. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Press the softkey located under any one of the tabs to start the compass calibration. 4. Instruments and Controls 2. ...
...CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. 3. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to start the compass calibration. Press the H button again until the flashing stops after five seconds and the current time displayed automatically sets. Or, if the vehicle does not have DIC... displayed time, or wait until the clock display stops flashing to set /reset button to change the time format. 5. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Press the softkey located under any one of the tabs to start the compass calibration. 4. Instruments and Controls 2. ...
Owner's Manual
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...29 Fast Idle System ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-35 9-36 9-36 9-37 9-38 9-39 9-39 9-40 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist (Except With 4.3L V6 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...
...29 Fast Idle System ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-35 9-36 9-36 9-37 9-38 9-39 9-39 9-40 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist (Except With 4.3L V6 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...
Owner's Manual
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...;inch tire/wheel assemblies should be, and that fluid levels are where they should not be slippery, rough, uphill, or downhill. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. Be sure to off -road driving safer and more ground clearance at the front of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Vehicles without four-wheel drive and vehicles with law enforcement people in place by even a small amount of conditions...
...;inch tire/wheel assemblies should be, and that fluid levels are where they should not be slippery, rough, uphill, or downhill. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. Be sure to off -road driving safer and more ground clearance at the front of vehicle control or vehicle rollover. Vehicles without four-wheel drive and vehicles with law enforcement people in place by even a small amount of conditions...
Owner's Manual
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... keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance. For customers who do not use it is the only gasoline additive recommended by the auto companies. Notice: This vehicle...
... keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance. For customers who do not use it is the only gasoline additive recommended by the auto companies. Notice: This vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... between the vehicle and the trailer. See "Weight of the Trailer" under the tongue of the cab in the trailering chart for more information. Trailer pin box extensions and sliding fifth-wheel hitch assemblies can be used with a factory-installed step bumper, safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Cross the safety chains under Trailer Towing on the trailer hitch platform. Make sure this condition. Take...
... between the vehicle and the trailer. See "Weight of the Trailer" under the tongue of the cab in the trailering chart for more information. Trailer pin box extensions and sliding fifth-wheel hitch assemblies can be used with a factory-installed step bumper, safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Cross the safety chains under Trailer Towing on the trailer hitch platform. Make sure this condition. Take...
Owner's Manual
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... on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in locked trailer brakes. Connect a properly loaded trailer to correctly adjust Trailer Gain for a specific trailering condition and must be briefly displayed on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of the vehicle and trailer. In the Trailer Output display on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading, or road surface conditions change. 9-114 Driving and Operating Use...
... on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in locked trailer brakes. Connect a properly loaded trailer to correctly adjust Trailer Gain for a specific trailering condition and must be briefly displayed on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of the vehicle and trailer. In the Trailer Output display on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading, or road surface conditions change. 9-114 Driving and Operating Use...
Owner's Manual
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...Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets 26 Fuses 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Usage Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage 10-53 Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel...
...Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets 26 Fuses 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Usage Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage 10-53 Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... of control of different sizes, brands, or types may be followed by MS for mud and snow. 10-74 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. Use the correct size, brand, and type of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. If the tires have a different size spare than the road tires originally installed on all wheels.
... of control of different sizes, brands, or types may be followed by MS for mud and snow. 10-74 Vehicle Care GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. Use the correct size, brand, and type of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. If the tires have a different size spare than the road tires originally installed on all wheels.
Owner's Manual
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..., forestry, Department of the transfer case and should be replaced. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10‑39. Service and Maintenance Once a Month . . 11-5 Tire inflation pressures check. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10‑39. Underbody flushing service. First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles . . . . . . . Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of Natural Resources (DNR), and...
..., forestry, Department of the transfer case and should be replaced. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10‑39. Service and Maintenance Once a Month . . 11-5 Tire inflation pressures check. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10‑39. Underbody flushing service. First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 km/25,000 Miles . . . . . . . Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of Natural Resources (DNR), and...
Owner's Manual
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...) ...9-66 Hood ...10-5 Horn ...5-4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-16 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-19 i-7 J Jump Starting ...10-94 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-45 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 I Idle System Fast ...9-35 Ignition Positions ...9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-39 Immobilizer ...2-12 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-50 Infotainment ...7-1 Instrument Cluster ...5-12 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...4-1 Introduction ...iii L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...10-56 Lamp Messages ...5-45 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp...
...) ...9-66 Hood ...10-5 Horn ...5-4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-16 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-19 i-7 J Jump Starting ...10-94 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-45 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 I Idle System Fast ...9-35 Ignition Positions ...9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-39 Immobilizer ...2-12 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-50 Infotainment ...7-1 Instrument Cluster ...5-12 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...4-1 Introduction ...iii L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...10-56 Lamp Messages ...5-45 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp...