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...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 Fuel ...9-79 Towing ...9-85 ...
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...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 Fuel ...9-79 Towing ...9-85 ...
Owner's Manual
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...Release. Parking Brake on page 7‑1. Fog Lamps on page 9‑42. E. L. C. See Automatic Transmission on page 6‑6 (If Equipped). Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button) (If Equipped). See Trailer Towing on page 5‑24. ...5‑4. N. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑12. In Brief A. D. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Manual Mode on page 10‑5. See Hood on page 9‑45. F. I. 1-3 Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Exterior Lamp Controls...
...Release. Parking Brake on page 7‑1. Fog Lamps on page 9‑42. E. L. C. See Automatic Transmission on page 6‑6 (If Equipped). Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button) (If Equipped). See Trailer Towing on page 5‑24. ...5‑4. N. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑12. In Brief A. D. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Manual Mode on page 10‑5. See Hood on page 9‑45. F. I. 1-3 Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Exterior Lamp Controls...
Owner's Manual
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... StabiliTrak® System on page 10‑34. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 5‑4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 6‑1. See Manual Mode on page 5‑24. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 9‑45. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑4. Horn on ...F. Parking Brake on page 8‑10. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 9‑42. See Automatic Transmission on page 3‑37. L. R. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) ...
... StabiliTrak® System on page 10‑34. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 5‑4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 6‑1. See Manual Mode on page 5‑24. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 9‑45. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑4. Horn on ...F. Parking Brake on page 8‑10. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 9‑42. See Automatic Transmission on page 3‑37. L. R. Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) ...
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... ...9-29 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... Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) ...9-80 California Fuel Requirements ...9-80 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...9-80 Fuel Additives ...9-80 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...9-48 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...9-31 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...9-31 Ignition Positions ...9-32 Starting...
... ...9-29 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... Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) ...9-80 California Fuel Requirements ...9-80 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...9-80 Fuel Additives ...9-80 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...9-48 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...9-31 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...9-31 Ignition Positions ...9-32 Starting...
Owner's Manual
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... tries, it can explode, and you or others could free the vehicle. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible to be injured. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting,... Four‐Wheel High. Moving about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in this until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55...
... tries, it can explode, and you or others could free the vehicle. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible to be injured. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting,... Four‐Wheel High. Moving about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in this until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 55...
Owner's Manual
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...only shut the vehicle off while driving, turn the ignition to turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to ACC/ACCESSORY. On vehicles with a manual transmission. Shift the vehicle to a safe location. 9-32 Driving and Operating will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems ... . Shift to a complete stop. Set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on automatic transmission vehicles. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be done while the vehicle is moving . See Retained Accessory Power (RAP...
...only shut the vehicle off while driving, turn the ignition to turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to ACC/ACCESSORY. On vehicles with a manual transmission. Shift the vehicle to a safe location. 9-32 Driving and Operating will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems ... . Shift to a complete stop. Set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on automatic transmission vehicles. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be done while the vehicle is moving . See Retained Accessory Power (RAP...
Owner's Manual
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...you could be in the Driver Information Center (DIC), the Computer‐Controlled Cranking System is already moving . Manual Transmission The shift lever should be Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to the START position immediately after starting the engine and protects components. Starting Procedure 1. ...cool down to START. When the engine starts, let go down . The engine will not start in starting it could damage the transmission. Notice: Do not try , to prevent cranking motor damage. Notice: Cranking the engine for a few seconds or until the vehicle...
...you could be in the Driver Information Center (DIC), the Computer‐Controlled Cranking System is already moving . Manual Transmission The shift lever should be Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to the START position immediately after starting the engine and protects components. Starting Procedure 1. ...cool down to START. When the engine starts, let go down . The engine will not start in starting it could damage the transmission. Notice: Do not try , to prevent cranking motor damage. Notice: Cranking the engine for a few seconds or until the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Move the shift lever to the desired position. Do not park over Things That Burn Parking (Manual Transmission) If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before you still are parking on a hill, or if the vehicle is always functional except in , turn the ignition key to shift out...
... exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Move the shift lever to the desired position. Do not park over Things That Burn Parking (Manual Transmission) If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before you still are parking on a hill, or if the vehicle is always functional except in , turn the ignition key to shift out...
Owner's Manual
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... pedal as you slowly press down on page 9‑45. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to operate the manual transmission: 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). See "Range Selection Mode" under loaded vehicle conditions. Cruise Grade Braking (Allison...
... pedal as you slowly press down on page 9‑45. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to operate the manual transmission: 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First). See "Range Selection Mode" under loaded vehicle conditions. Cruise Grade Braking (Allison...
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Driving and Operating Vehicle 4.3L V6 (c) 4.3L V6 - With Automatic Transmission (c) 4.3L V6 - With Manual Transmission (c) 4.8L V8 (c) 4.8L V8 5.3L LMG V8 5.3L LMG V8, K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L LMG V8 K5L HD Cooling ...kg (4,400 lbs) 2 132 kg (4,700 lbs) 3 039 kg (6,700 lbs) 2 812 kg (6,200 lbs) 3 130 kg (6,900 lbs) GCWR (a) 9-91 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box (b) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) 3 938 kg (8,683 lbs) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 5 443 kg ...536 kg (10,000 lbs) 5 443 kg (12,000 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) 1500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Standard Box (b)
Driving and Operating Vehicle 4.3L V6 (c) 4.3L V6 - With Automatic Transmission (c) 4.3L V6 - With Manual Transmission (c) 4.8L V8 (c) 4.8L V8 5.3L LMG V8 5.3L LMG V8, K5L HD Cooling Pkg 5.3L LMG V8 K5L HD Cooling ...kg (4,400 lbs) 2 132 kg (4,700 lbs) 3 039 kg (6,700 lbs) 2 812 kg (6,200 lbs) 3 130 kg (6,900 lbs) GCWR (a) 9-91 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box (b) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 4 536 kg (10,000 lbs) 3 938 kg (8,683 lbs) 4 309 kg (9,500 lbs) 5 443 kg ...536 kg (10,000 lbs) 5 443 kg (12,000 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5 534 kg (12,200 lbs) 1500 Series 2WD Extended Cab Standard Box (b)
Owner's Manual
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...Hood ...10-5 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-8 Engine Oil Life System ...10-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) ...10-13 Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) ...10-16 Manual Transmission Fluid ...10-19 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-19 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-20 Cooling System ...10-21......10-43 Halogen Bulbs ...10-43 Headlamps ...10-43 Pick-Up Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...10-44 Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) ...10-44 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps ...10-45 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and ...
...Hood ...10-5 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-8 Engine Oil Life System ...10-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) ...10-13 Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) ...10-16 Manual Transmission Fluid ...10-19 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-19 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-20 Cooling System ...10-21......10-43 Halogen Bulbs ...10-43 Headlamps ...10-43 Pick-Up Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...10-44 Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) ...10-44 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps ...10-45 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and ...
Owner's Manual
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... a leak occurs, take the vehicle to regularly check brake/clutch fluid unless you suspect there is the only reason for fluid loss. A fluid loss in the system. A transmission fluid leak is a leak in this symbol on page 10‑6 for the proper fluid to check the manual transmission fluid level. See Recommended Fluids and... it repaired as soon as indicated on the reservoir cap. The brake/hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed. Vehicle Care 10-19 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to use.
... a leak occurs, take the vehicle to regularly check brake/clutch fluid unless you suspect there is the only reason for fluid loss. A fluid loss in the system. A transmission fluid leak is a leak in this symbol on page 10‑6 for the proper fluid to check the manual transmission fluid level. See Recommended Fluids and... it repaired as soon as indicated on the reservoir cap. The brake/hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed. Vehicle Care 10-19 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to use.
Owner's Manual
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...regular brake. If the vehicle starts in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down , contact your dealer for service. Removal of the fan shroud, if the vehicle has one , or rendering clutch inoperative. Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps. . Removal of the muffler and/or resonator. For automatic transmission...enough room around the vehicle. 2. Fan and Drive: . { WARNING When you or others could move suddenly. For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in any other position, contact your dealer for service. 10-38 Engine: Vehicle Care ...
...regular brake. If the vehicle starts in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down , contact your dealer for service. Removal of the fan shroud, if the vehicle has one , or rendering clutch inoperative. Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps. . Removal of the muffler and/or resonator. For automatic transmission...enough room around the vehicle. 2. Fan and Drive: . { WARNING When you or others could move suddenly. For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in any other position, contact your dealer for service. 10-38 Engine: Vehicle Care ...
Owner's Manual
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... the parking brake set, try to turn to LOCK/OFF only when you or others could move . 3. Vehicle Care 10-39 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 2. Before starting this inspection, the vehicle could be injured. 1. Contact your dealer for service. Firmly apply ... only when the shift lever is in P (Park). Without applying the regular brake, try to LOCK/OFF in LOCK/OFF. For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should be sure there is required. For manual transmission vehicles, the ignition should come out only in each shift lever position....
... the parking brake set, try to turn to LOCK/OFF only when you or others could move . 3. Vehicle Care 10-39 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 2. Before starting this inspection, the vehicle could be injured. 1. Contact your dealer for service. Firmly apply ... only when the shift lever is in P (Park). Without applying the regular brake, try to LOCK/OFF in LOCK/OFF. For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should be sure there is required. For manual transmission vehicles, the ignition should come out only in each shift lever position....
Owner's Manual
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... crash. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it is in a drive gear - not in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral). (Continued) { WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to a level place, well off the jack. Have your dealer or an...
... crash. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it is in a drive gear - not in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral). (Continued) { WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to a level place, well off the jack. Have your dealer or an...
Owner's Manual
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... parking brake firmly on during the jump starting the vehicle. 4. The positive (+) terminal, is in a drive gear, not in Neutral. Put the automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in the jump start procedure. Turn off the radio and other vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on the other...
... parking brake firmly on during the jump starting the vehicle. 4. The positive (+) terminal, is in a drive gear, not in Neutral. Put the automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in the jump start procedure. Turn off the radio and other vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on the other...
Owner's Manual
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Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of debris. See Engine Coolant on page 10‑16. Manual transmission fluid change (normal service). First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles . Engine cooling system drain, flush... (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace, if needed. See Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) on page 10‑13 or Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) on page 10‑22. Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires inspection. High pressure water can overcome...
Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of debris. See Engine Coolant on page 10‑16. Manual transmission fluid change (normal service). First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 km/150,000 Miles . Engine cooling system drain, flush... (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace, if needed. See Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) on page 10‑13 or Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) on page 10‑22. Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires inspection. High pressure water can overcome...
Owner's Manual
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... Maintenance Usage Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Front Axle (1500 Series) Four‐Wheel Drive Front Axle (1500, 2500 HD, and 3500 HD Series) Rear Axle Transfer Case (Four‐Wheel Drive) ® 11-9 Fluid/Lubricant DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM...
... Maintenance Usage Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Front Axle (1500 Series) Four‐Wheel Drive Front Axle (1500, 2500 HD, and 3500 HD Series) Rear Axle Transfer Case (Four‐Wheel Drive) ® 11-9 Fluid/Lubricant DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM...
Owner's Manual
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...Fuel Warning Light ...5-31 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...3-56 Lumbar Adjustment ...3-7 Front Seats ...3-7 Manual Transmission ...9-48 Fluid ...10-19 Manual Windows ...2-18 Memory Features ...1-13 Messages Airbag System ...5-47 Anti-theft Alarm System ...5-47 Battery Voltage and Charging ... and Lock ...5-45 Lamp ...5-45 Object Detection System ...5-46 Ride Control System ...5-46 Starting the Vehicle ...5-48 Tire ...5-48 Transmission ...5-49 Vehicle ...5-41 Lights (cont.) Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-28 Brake System Warning ...5-27 Charging System ...5-24...
...Fuel Warning Light ...5-31 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...3-56 Lumbar Adjustment ...3-7 Front Seats ...3-7 Manual Transmission ...9-48 Fluid ...10-19 Manual Windows ...2-18 Memory Features ...1-13 Messages Airbag System ...5-47 Anti-theft Alarm System ...5-47 Battery Voltage and Charging ... and Lock ...5-45 Lamp ...5-45 Object Detection System ...5-46 Ride Control System ...5-46 Starting the Vehicle ...5-48 Tire ...5-48 Transmission ...5-49 Vehicle ...5-41 Lights (cont.) Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-28 Brake System Warning ...5-27 Charging System ...5-24...