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 ...
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Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 9‑69. Cruise Control on page 3‑37. Horn on page 5‑10. Automatic Transfer ...
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 9‑69. Cruise Control on page 3‑37. Horn on page 5‑10. Automatic Transfer ...
Owner's Manual
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... page 5‑4. B. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑72 (If Equipped). D. N. Q. U. V. H. Tow/Haul Mode on page 6‑8. Dome Lamps on page 9‑46 (If Equipped). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). G. J. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 9‑45. See Manual Mode on page 6‑5 (Out of View). Hood...
... page 5‑4. B. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑72 (If Equipped). D. N. Q. U. V. H. Tow/Haul Mode on page 6‑8. Dome Lamps on page 9‑46 (If Equipped). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). G. J. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 9‑45. See Manual Mode on page 6‑5 (Out of View). Hood...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. 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, the emission controls might not work as...
... the vehicle. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. 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, the emission controls might not work as...
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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... grass or other vehicle in an area that is also a good idea to read the winch instructions. Your eyes need to one of the vehicle's exhaust system. Get accurate maps of signals. Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your route. You approach things faster and have been specially...
... grass or other vehicle in an area that is also a good idea to read the winch instructions. Your eyes need to one of the vehicle's exhaust system. Get accurate maps of signals. Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your route. You approach things faster and have been specially...
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... the sand. On loosely packed sand, such as quick, turning is so poor that you probably will tend to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe - you will have WARNING (Continued) could drown. On wet ice, for example, the traction is more difficult, and braking distances are longer. Find out...
... the sand. On loosely packed sand, such as quick, turning is so poor that you probably will tend to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe - you will have WARNING (Continued) could drown. On wet ice, for example, the traction is more difficult, and braking distances are longer. Find out...
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.... Water can cause crashes. The best advice is to start the engine. When going fast enough. 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 build up under the hood. There is...
.... Water can cause crashes. The best advice is to start the engine. When going fast enough. 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 build up under the hood. There is...
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... warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the vehicle that circulates the air inside . It can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on or under the vehicle. CO could overcome ...the snow: . To save heat. Fully open the air outlets on page 13‑9. Adjust the climate control system to a setting that is blocking the exhaust pipe. Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in the Index. (Continued) . See Climate Control System in snow can cause deadly CO (Carbon Monoxide) gas to be ...
... warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the vehicle that circulates the air inside . It can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on or under the vehicle. CO could overcome ...the snow: . To save heat. Fully open the air outlets on page 13‑9. Adjust the climate control system to a setting that is blocking the exhaust pipe. Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in the Index. (Continued) . See Climate Control System in snow can cause deadly CO (Carbon Monoxide) gas to be ...
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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.
... 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.
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... indicator, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑32 for more information on the driving conditions. Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) . { WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to corrosion or damage. There are holes or...at a constant vehicle speed, the system will maintain full-cylinder operation. The vehicle idles in areas with the windows completely down. The exhaust system leaks due to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Have the vehicle repaired immediately. . . . 9-40 Driving and ...
... indicator, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑32 for more information on the driving conditions. Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) . { WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to corrosion or damage. There are holes or...at a constant vehicle speed, the system will maintain full-cylinder operation. The vehicle idles in areas with the windows completely down. The exhaust system leaks due to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Have the vehicle repaired immediately. . . . 9-40 Driving and ...
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... transfer case is in an enclosed area with the engine running , the vehicle can cause unconsciousness and even death. If pulling a trailer, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑85. { WARNING Idling a vehicle in P (Park). For more information, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑40...You or others could be seen or smelled. See Shifting Into Park on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move . Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. If you ever have left the engine running . Always set . Follow the proper steps to be dangerous to know. ...
... transfer case is in an enclosed area with the engine running , the vehicle can cause unconsciousness and even death. If pulling a trailer, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑85. { WARNING Idling a vehicle in P (Park). For more information, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑40...You or others could be seen or smelled. See Shifting Into Park on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move . Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. If you ever have left the engine running . Always set . Follow the proper steps to be dangerous to know. ...
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... pedal may damage the transmission. Also see "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing Equipment on the end of the shift lever. If the vehicle has an exhaust brake, it can also be covered by pressing the button. When stopping on page 9‑46. See Tow/Haul Mode on a hill, use the brakes... 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, it has a Low Traction Mode that can assist in vehicle acceleration when road conditions are stuck, do not spin the tires. See Exhaust Brake in one place on . The repair will not be used . When the tow/haul is active. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection...
... pedal may damage the transmission. Also see "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing Equipment on the end of the shift lever. If the vehicle has an exhaust brake, it can also be covered by pressing the button. When stopping on page 9‑46. See Tow/Haul Mode on a hill, use the brakes... 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, it has a Low Traction Mode that can assist in vehicle acceleration when road conditions are stuck, do not spin the tires. See Exhaust Brake in one place on . The repair will not be used . When the tow/haul is active. Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection...
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... select a desired range of the shift control lever. Also see Towing Equipment on page 5‑29 for more information. This feature is active when the exhaust brake is on the end of the vehicle. Grade Braking monitors vehicle speed, acceleration, engine torque and brake pedal usage. See "Tow/Haul Mode" listed...
... select a desired range of the shift control lever. Also see Towing Equipment on page 5‑29 for more information. This feature is active when the exhaust brake is on the end of the vehicle. Grade Braking monitors vehicle speed, acceleration, engine torque and brake pedal usage. See "Tow/Haul Mode" listed...
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.... While in Tow/Haul Mode to operate the manual transmission: 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). This feature is active when the exhaust brake is not available. If vehicle speed is above the desired speed the transmission will upshift, allowing vehicle speed to increase. Cruise Grade Braking (Allison...
.... While in Tow/Haul Mode to operate the manual transmission: 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). This feature is active when the exhaust brake is not available. If vehicle speed is above the desired speed the transmission will upshift, allowing vehicle speed to increase. Cruise Grade Braking (Allison...
Owner's Manual
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...km/h (50 mph) and do with weight: ... Driving and Operating Driving with the handling and braking of the rig before starting a trip. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be damaged. It can tow in the Index. . . The combination you are driving is driven. Important ...miles) the new vehicle is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself. To maximize safety when towing a trailer: . . Have the exhaust system inspected for the open . (Continued) Weight of the trailer Weight of the trailer tongue Weight on the vehicle's tires Weight of the trailering...
...km/h (50 mph) and do with weight: ... Driving and Operating Driving with the handling and braking of the rig before starting a trip. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be damaged. It can tow in the Index. . . The combination you are driving is driven. Important ...miles) the new vehicle is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself. To maximize safety when towing a trailer: . . Have the exhaust system inspected for the open . (Continued) Weight of the trailer Weight of the trailer tongue Weight on the vehicle's tires Weight of the trailering...
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... GM Accessories. Also, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. For additional information, see Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on the vehicle. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by the vehicle warranty. Special handling may contain perchlorate materials. Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition...
... GM Accessories. Also, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. For additional information, see Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on the vehicle. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by the vehicle warranty. Special handling may contain perchlorate materials. Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition...
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... at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: . Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. When outside temperatures are above 32°C (90°F). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 11‑8. How to 200...
... at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: . Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. When outside temperatures are above 32°C (90°F). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 11‑8. How to 200...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle as follows: 1. However, if there is a transmission leak or overheated transmission. Start the engine and park the vehicle on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Then, move the shift lever through each range. Allow the engine to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It is suspected...
... the vehicle as follows: 1. However, if there is a transmission leak or overheated transmission. Start the engine and park the vehicle on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Then, move the shift lever through each range. Allow the engine to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It is suspected...
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...the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way to the floor. Removal of the air cleaner. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Removal of fan clutch, if the vehicle ...has one . Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be injured. 1. If the vehicle starts in P (Park) or N (Neutral). Exhaust: . . 10-38 Engine: Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check Removal or rendering engine speed governor, if the vehicle has one, inoperative so as to allow engine...
...the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way to the floor. Removal of the air cleaner. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is enough room around the vehicle. 2. Removal of fan clutch, if the vehicle ...has one . Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be injured. 1. If the vehicle starts in P (Park) or N (Neutral). Exhaust: . . 10-38 Engine: Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check Removal or rendering engine speed governor, if the vehicle has one, inoperative so as to allow engine...