Owner's Manual
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... 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 System ...3-69 Storage Areas ...3-75 Sunroof ...3-78 Instrument Panel ...4-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...4-3 Climate Controls ...4-18 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...4-28 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-49 Audio System(s) ...4-82 Driving...
... 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 System ...3-69 Storage Areas ...3-75 Sunroof ...3-78 Instrument Panel ...4-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...4-3 Climate Controls ...4-18 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...4-28 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-49 Audio System(s) ...4-82 Driving...
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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...;3. Shift Lever. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button (If Equipped). H. L. Horn on page 4‑3. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). U. See Power Take Off (PTO) in the Duramax Diesel Supplement Index. Y. E. R. T. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 4‑82. V. B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Audio System(s) on page 3‑60 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel...
...;3. Shift Lever. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button (If Equipped). H. L. Horn on page 4‑3. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). U. See Power Take Off (PTO) in the Duramax Diesel Supplement Index. Y. E. R. T. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 4‑82. V. B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Audio System(s) on page 3‑60 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... page 4‑143. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). J. K. P. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑6 (If Equipped). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). V. W. Outlet Adjustment on page 3‑28. C. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 4‑28. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. M. Parking Brake on page 4‑3. Tilt Wheel on page 3‑50. T. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 4‑10. G. Exterior Lamps on page 3‑...
... page 4‑143. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). J. K. P. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑6 (If Equipped). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). V. W. Outlet Adjustment on page 3‑28. C. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 4‑28. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. M. Parking Brake on page 4‑3. Tilt Wheel on page 3‑50. T. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 4‑10. G. Exterior Lamps on page 3‑...
Owner's Manual
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... instructions on setting the clock for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Setting the Clock on the radio faceplate and a USB port located in digital-quality sound. 1-25 Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then press O, to : . . A fee is based...
... instructions on setting the clock for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Setting the Clock on the radio faceplate and a USB port located in digital-quality sound. 1-25 Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then press O, to : . . A fee is based...
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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... two seconds to indicate locking has occurred. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps flash twice to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the transmitter labeled "1", if enabled through the DIC. Pressing K on page 4‑73 for 30 seconds. See Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on...
... two seconds to indicate locking has occurred. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps flash twice to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the transmitter labeled "1", if enabled through the DIC. Pressing K on page 4‑73 for 30 seconds. See Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on...
Owner's Manual
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... an automatic climate control system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during remote start feature if your vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system, during colder outside temperatures and will automatically shut off when the key is low on page 2‑8 for any requirements on the RKE transmitter if you to ON/RUN. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of remote starters...
... an automatic climate control system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during remote start feature if your vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system, during colder outside temperatures and will automatically shut off when the key is low on page 2‑8 for any requirements on the RKE transmitter if you to ON/RUN. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of remote starters...
Owner's Manual
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... rear doors. People riding on the tailgate. Your vehicle may result in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Tailgate { WARNING: It is in serious injuries or death. To open a rear access door from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from the inside or outside. Falling from the inside, the front door must be sure it latches. Open the tailgate by lifting...
... rear doors. People riding on the tailgate. Your vehicle may result in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Tailgate { WARNING: It is in serious injuries or death. To open a rear access door from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from the inside or outside. Falling from the inside, the front door must be sure it latches. Open the tailgate by lifting...
Owner's Manual
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... released and the brake warning light is on . Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to drive, the brake system warning light will flash and a chime will come on , the brake system warning light will sound warning you begin to brake system parts. See Brake System Warning Light on . If the parking brake is still on page 4‑37. Parking Brake If the ignition...
... released and the brake warning light is on . Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to drive, the brake system warning light will flash and a chime will come on , the brake system warning light will sound warning you begin to brake system parts. See Brake System Warning Light on . If the parking brake is still on page 4‑37. Parking Brake If the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... turn off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to the radio, CD, and the DVD. This button might not work when the DVD is connected, the DVD/CD AUX button cycles through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary when listening to change tracks on a CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to the radio. The parental control feature remains on until the driver turns the ignition...
... turn off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to the radio, CD, and the DVD. This button might not work when the DVD is connected, the DVD/CD AUX button cycles through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary when listening to change tracks on a CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to the radio. The parental control feature remains on until the driver turns the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will come on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in locked trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will be the greater of the vehicle and trailer. Make sure the trailer brakes are applied. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑29 for each towing condition: 1. Manual Trailer Brake Apply The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever is located on the Trailer Brake Control Panel...
... vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will come on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in locked trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will be the greater of the vehicle and trailer. Make sure the trailer brakes are applied. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5‑29 for each towing condition: 1. Manual Trailer Brake Apply The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever is located on the Trailer Brake Control Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. In the Trailer Output display on the DIC will appear on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of trailer wheel lock-up is first connected to the vehicle. Trailer wheel lock-up may result in an incorrect gain setting. 5-70 Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. 3. TRAILER CONNECTED - This message will automatically turn off . 4. Drive the vehicle with electric brakes is...
... the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. In the Trailer Output display on the DIC will appear on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of trailer wheel lock-up is first connected to the vehicle. Trailer wheel lock-up may result in an incorrect gain setting. 5-70 Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. 3. TRAILER CONNECTED - This message will automatically turn off . 4. Drive the vehicle with electric brakes is...
Owner's Manual
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... wiring harnesses for more often when pulling a trailer. Trailer Wiring Harness The vehicle is clear of a trailer connector, which is available from your dealer. Basic Trailer Wiring All regular, extended cab and crew cab pickups have someone pick up on a Hill 1. The harness requires the installation of the chocks. 7. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for towing a trailer or hauling a slide-in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Start the engine...
... wiring harnesses for more often when pulling a trailer. Trailer Wiring Harness The vehicle is clear of a trailer connector, which is available from your dealer. Basic Trailer Wiring All regular, extended cab and crew cab pickups have someone pick up on a Hill 1. The harness requires the installation of the chocks. 7. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for towing a trailer or hauling a slide-in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Start the engine...
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 6-29 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 6-29 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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... heat from steel or other reinforcing materials. DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. Department of optional accessories. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of a tire...
... heat from steel or other reinforcing materials. DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. Department of optional accessories. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of a tire...
Owner's Manual
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... snagged deep enough to age. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over time, even if they degrade due to show cord or fabric. This is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. This way, your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. You need new tires if any of the following statements are not...
... snagged deep enough to age. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over time, even if they degrade due to show cord or fabric. This is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. This way, your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. You need new tires if any of the following statements are not...
Owner's Manual
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...and filter. Rotate tires. See Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter on page 6‑73. Steering and suspension inspection. Engine cooling system inspection. Visual inspection of wear. Maintenance II . . Tire Pressure on page 6‑21. A leak in dusty conditions only). Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in any system must be damaged. For vehicles with Allison Transmission® only: At the first engine oil change only, replace external transmission filter. Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints on...
...and filter. Rotate tires. See Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter on page 6‑73. Steering and suspension inspection. Engine cooling system inspection. Visual inspection of wear. Maintenance II . . Tire Pressure on page 6‑21. A leak in dusty conditions only). Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in any system must be damaged. For vehicles with Allison Transmission® only: At the first engine oil change only, replace external transmission filter. Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints on...
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...