Owner's Manual
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2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-6 Vehicle Features ...1-24 Performance and Maintenance ...1-31 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-3 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear Seats ...2-14 Safety Belts ...2-16 Child Restraints ...2-39 Airbag System ...2-73 Restraint System Check ...2-94 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Windows ...3-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-21 Mirrors ...3-56 Object Detection Systems ...3-60 Universal Home Remote ...
2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-6 Vehicle Features ...1-24 Performance and Maintenance ...1-31 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-3 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear Seats ...2-14 Safety Belts ...2-16 Child Restraints ...2-39 Airbag System ...2-73 Restraint System Check ...2-94 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Windows ...3-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-21 Mirrors ...3-56 Object Detection Systems ...3-60 Universal Home Remote ...
Owner's Manual
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2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Headlamp Aiming ...6-54 Bulb Replacement ...6-57 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-63 Tires ...6-64 Appearance Care ...6-110 Vehicle Identification ...6-117 Electrical System ...6-117 Capacities and Specifications ...6-126 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-17 Index ...i-1
2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Headlamp Aiming ...6-54 Bulb Replacement ...6-57 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-63 Tires ...6-64 Appearance Care ...6-110 Vehicle Identification ...6-117 Electrical System ...6-117 Capacities and Specifications ...6-126 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-17 Index ...i-1
Owner's Manual
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... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-6 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-6 Door Locks ...1-7 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-12 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belt ...1-13 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-13 Mirror Adjustment ...1-14 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-16 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-16 Interior Lighting ...1-17 Exterior Lighting ...1-18 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-18 Climate Controls ...1-19 Transmission ...1-21 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-21 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Steering...
... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-6 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-6 Door Locks ...1-7 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-12 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belt ...1-13 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-13 Mirror Adjustment ...1-14 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-16 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-16 Interior Lighting ...1-17 Exterior Lighting ...1-18 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-18 Climate Controls ...1-19 Transmission ...1-21 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-21 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Steering...
Owner's Manual
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...). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). F. Audio System(s) on page 3‑60 (If Equipped). R. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 4‑82. Windshield Washer on page 3‑75. 1-3 V. Glove Box on page 4‑6. A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑4. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑28. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Hood Release...
...). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). F. Audio System(s) on page 3‑60 (If Equipped). R. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 4‑82. Windshield Washer on page 3‑75. 1-3 V. Glove Box on page 4‑6. A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑4. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑28. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Hood Release...
Owner's Manual
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.... See Airbag Off Switch on page 4‑17. Glove Box on page 4‑4. A. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3‑75. 1-5 Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Parking Brake on page 4‑3. P. Horn on page 3‑50. T. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3‑26. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 4‑18. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button...
.... See Airbag Off Switch on page 4‑17. Glove Box on page 4‑4. A. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3‑75. 1-5 Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Parking Brake on page 4‑3. P. Horn on page 3‑50. T. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3‑26. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 4‑18. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button...
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... on page 4‑85. Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may have an auxiliary input located on page 4‑82. www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) See "XM Satellite Radio Service" under Radio(s) on the audio system. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press O , to -coast...
... on page 4‑85. Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may have an auxiliary input located on page 4‑82. www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada) See "XM Satellite Radio Service" under Radio(s) on the audio system. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press O , to -coast...
Owner's Manual
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...Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Engine Exhaust ...Running the Vehicle While Parked ...Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors...
...Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Engine Exhaust ...Running the Vehicle While Parked ...Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors...
Owner's Manual
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... to start up the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. To start the vehicle using the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will shut off when the key is left running . Immediately press and hold the remote start . If the vehicle is turned to four seconds. Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may run out of fuel. If your vehicle has an automatic climate control system, the climate control system will default to a heating or cooling...
... to start up the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. To start the vehicle using the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will shut off when the key is left running . Immediately press and hold the remote start . If the vehicle is turned to four seconds. Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may run out of fuel. If your vehicle has an automatic climate control system, the climate control system will default to a heating or cooling...
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... be sure it latches. On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate. Crew Cabs If your vehicle is operated at low speeds. Tailgate { WARNING: It is a crew cab, you . Falling from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors. Open the tailgate by lifting up , pull it back towards you to open. See Rear Door Security Locks on its handle while pulling the tailgate...
... be sure it latches. On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate. Crew Cabs If your vehicle is operated at low speeds. Tailgate { WARNING: It is a crew cab, you . Falling from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors. Open the tailgate by lifting up , pull it back towards you to open. See Rear Door Security Locks on its handle while pulling the tailgate...
Owner's Manual
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... has ended, can be covered by turning the ignition switch to 15 seconds. Notice: The engine is held in the vehicle. The idle speed will continue cranking for long periods of time, by returning the key to prevent cranking motor damage. If the ignition key is already running. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to let the cranking motor cool down as you could...
... has ended, can be covered by turning the ignition switch to 15 seconds. Notice: The engine is held in the vehicle. The idle speed will continue cranking for long periods of time, by returning the key to prevent cranking motor damage. If the ignition key is already running. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try , to let the cranking motor cool down as you could...
Owner's Manual
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... to go to change tracks on page 4‑132 for more than two seconds to turn off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to turn the radio on until the driver turns the ignition off . This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright...Press the left arrow to return to the start the parental control feature. s REV (Fast Reverse): Press to the previous track or chapter. Press this section, or "Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks" under, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on a CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to the next track or ...
... to go to change tracks on page 4‑132 for more than two seconds to turn off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to turn the radio on until the driver turns the ignition off . This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright...Press the left arrow to return to the start the parental control feature. s REV (Fast Reverse): Press to the previous track or chapter. Press this section, or "Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks" under, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on a CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to the next track or ...
Owner's Manual
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.... . Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. If you think you will be sure to the engine. Have all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in the area. Know the local laws that apply to replace the front fascia air dam when you read all necessary maintenance and service work done. To remove the air dam: 1. When off-road driving, traffic lanes are...
.... . Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. If you think you will be sure to the engine. Have all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in the area. Know the local laws that apply to replace the front fascia air dam when you read all necessary maintenance and service work done. To remove the air dam: 1. When off-road driving, traffic lanes are...
Owner's Manual
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... proper working condition. 2. There is used to the electric trailer brakes (a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message will apply only the trailer brakes. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for more information. . . . The power output to the vehicle and make all necessary mechanical and electrical connections. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will come on page 5‑29 for a specific trailering condition and must be displayed on the Trailer Brake Control Panel...
... proper working condition. 2. There is used to the electric trailer brakes (a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message will apply only the trailer brakes. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for more information. . . . The power output to the vehicle and make all necessary mechanical and electrical connections. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will come on page 5‑29 for a specific trailering condition and must be displayed on the Trailer Brake Control Panel...
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... briefly displayed when a trailer with electric brakes: . Trailer wheel lock-up is first connected to a trailer equipped with electric brakes is noticed at any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up may result in an incorrect gain setting. Drive the vehicle with the trailer attached on the DIC will automatically turn off . 5-68 TRAILER CONNECTED - This message will not clear the six dashed lines. 6. Other ITBC...
... briefly displayed when a trailer with electric brakes: . Trailer wheel lock-up is first connected to a trailer equipped with electric brakes is noticed at any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up may result in an incorrect gain setting. Drive the vehicle with the trailer attached on the DIC will automatically turn off . 5-68 TRAILER CONNECTED - This message will not clear the six dashed lines. 6. Other ITBC...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...Rear Axle ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Headlamp Aiming ...6-23 6-26 6-30 6-31 6-34 6-36 6-37 6-37 6-38 6-39 6-43 6-44 6-48 6-50 6-52 6-53 6-53 6-54 Service ...6-4 Accessories and Modifications ...6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-5 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-5 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-6 Fuel ...6-6 Gasoline...
... ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...Rear Axle ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Headlamp Aiming ...6-23 6-26 6-30 6-31 6-34 6-36 6-37 6-37 6-38 6-39 6-43 6-44 6-48 6-50 6-52 6-53 6-53 6-54 Service ...6-4 Accessories and Modifications ...6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-5 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-5 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-6 Fuel ...6-6 Gasoline...
Owner's Manual
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.... Department of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. Some examples of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. Cords may be made from driving. Curb Weight : The weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Belt : A rubber coated...
.... Department of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. Some examples of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. Cords may be made from driving. Curb Weight : The weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Belt : A rubber coated...
Owner's Manual
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... tires have tires that impact the overall performance of your vehicle has one. The tire has a puncture, cut , or snagged deep enough to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. This is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. If you get older, consult the tire manufacturer for the spare tire, if your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance...
... tires have tires that impact the overall performance of your vehicle has one. The tire has a puncture, cut , or snagged deep enough to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. This is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. If you get older, consult the tire manufacturer for the spare tire, if your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance...
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... of wear. See Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter on page 6‑38. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6‑21. Tire Pressure on a regular basis every 5 000 km/3,000 miles. Engine cooling system inspection. Vehicles used under severe commercial operating conditions require lubrication on page 6‑72. Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints on page 6‑31. Maintenance II . . See Engine Coolant on 2500/3500 series...
... of wear. See Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter on page 6‑38. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6‑21. Tire Pressure on a regular basis every 5 000 km/3,000 miles. Engine cooling system inspection. Vehicles used under severe commercial operating conditions require lubrication on page 6‑72. Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints on page 6‑31. Maintenance II . . See Engine Coolant on 2500/3500 series...
Owner's Manual
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... Headlamp System ...4-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...6-23, 6-26 Operation ...3-28 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...4-14 Axle, Rear ...6-48 B Battery ...6-43 Electric Power Management ...4-16 Run-Down Protection ...4-16 Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bluetooth® ...4-121 Brake Emergencies ...5-5 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...3-26 Brakes ...6-39 Antilock ...5-4 Parking ...3-50 System Warning Light ...4-37 Braking ...5-3 Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-21 Bulb Replacement ...6-62 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...6-58 Fog Lamps ...4-13 Halogen...
... Headlamp System ...4-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...6-23, 6-26 Operation ...3-28 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...4-14 Axle, Rear ...6-48 B Battery ...6-43 Electric Power Management ...4-16 Run-Down Protection ...4-16 Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bluetooth® ...4-121 Brake Emergencies ...5-5 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...3-26 Brakes ...6-39 Antilock ...5-4 Parking ...3-50 System Warning Light ...4-37 Braking ...5-3 Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-21 Bulb Replacement ...6-62 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...6-58 Fog Lamps ...4-13 Halogen...
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...53 Shifting Into Park ...3-51 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...4-4 Sliding Rear Window, Power ...3-16 Snow Plow ...5-36 Spare Tire ...6-109 Installing ...6-97 Removing ...6-92 Storing ...6-106 Specifications and Capacities ...6-126 Speedometer ...4-30 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...4-39 StabiliTrak® System ...5-6 Start Vehicle, Remote ...3-7 Starting the Engine ...3-23 Steering ...5-8 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...4-143 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...4-3 Storage Areas Cargo Management System ...3-78 Center Console ...3-76 Cupholders ...3-75 Glove Box ...3-75 Instrument Panel...
...53 Shifting Into Park ...3-51 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...4-4 Sliding Rear Window, Power ...3-16 Snow Plow ...5-36 Spare Tire ...6-109 Installing ...6-97 Removing ...6-92 Storing ...6-106 Specifications and Capacities ...6-126 Speedometer ...4-30 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...4-39 StabiliTrak® System ...5-6 Start Vehicle, Remote ...3-7 Starting the Engine ...3-23 Steering ...5-8 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...4-143 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...4-3 Storage Areas Cargo Management System ...3-78 Center Console ...3-76 Cupholders ...3-75 Glove Box ...3-75 Instrument Panel...