Owner's Manual
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.... If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, SILVERADO, and Z71 are trademarks and/or service marks of...model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this owner manual. Part No. 25965913 C Third Printing © 2011 General Motors LLC. If the vehicle has the Duramax® diesel engine, see the hybrid supplement for additional and specific information on your vehicle. Keep this manual in...
.... If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, SILVERADO, and Z71 are trademarks and/or service marks of...model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this owner manual. Part No. 25965913 C Third Printing © 2011 General Motors LLC. If the vehicle has the Duramax® diesel engine, see the hybrid supplement for additional and specific information on your vehicle. Keep this manual in...
Owner's Manual
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... On-Off Switch on page 9‑69. Cruise Control on page 3‑37. S. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. X. R. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑4. Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). Y. O. Ashtray ...(If Equipped). See Power Take Off (PTO) in the Duramax diesel supplement. Horn on page 9‑67 (If Equipped). Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 10‑34. See Four-Wheel ...
... On-Off Switch on page 9‑69. Cruise Control on page 3‑37. S. Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. X. R. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped). StabiliTrak® System on page 5‑4. Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). Y. O. Ashtray ...(If Equipped). See Power Take Off (PTO) in the Duramax diesel supplement. Horn on page 9‑67 (If Equipped). Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 10‑34. See Four-Wheel ...
Owner's Manual
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... and Lane-Change Signals on page 3‑37. Range Selection Mode (If Equipped). Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Hood Release. See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 6‑6. L. D. J. C. In Brief A.
... and Lane-Change Signals on page 3‑37. Range Selection Mode (If Equipped). Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Hood Release. See "Brakes" in the Duramax diesel supplement. See Airbag On-Off Switch on page 6‑6. L. D. J. C. In Brief A.
Owner's Manual
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... (rpm). To display the engine hours, turn the ignition off , press the reset button. Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on . If the vehicle is displayed will reset it. Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle...
... (rpm). To display the engine hours, turn the ignition off , press the reset button. Instruments and Controls If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on . If the vehicle is displayed will reset it. Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. When the fuel tank is left in the fuel tank. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. The gauge goes back to fill up than half the fuel tank's capacity to fill it. English Fuel Gauge It...
... of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. When the fuel tank is left in the fuel tank. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. The gauge goes back to fill up than half the fuel tank's capacity to fill it. English Fuel Gauge It...
Owner's Manual
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... information. It also provides an indicator of the operation, the gauge reads 100°C (210°F) or less. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 113°C (235°F) mark. If the gauge reaches the 125°C (260°...
... information. It also provides an indicator of the operation, the gauge reads 100°C (210°F) or less. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for the temperature to fluctuate and go over the 113°C (235°F) mark. If the gauge reaches the 125°C (260°...
Owner's Manual
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.... The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax® diesel supplement for more information. Instruments and Controls The DIC has different displays which can be used , timer, transmission temperature, and instantaneous economy and...
.... The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax® diesel supplement for more information. Instruments and Controls The DIC has different displays which can be used , timer, transmission temperature, and instantaneous economy and...
Owner's Manual
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.... All messages should be needed to discharge, the climate controls, heated seats, and audio systems will sound. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax® diesel supplement for the message on the DIC display. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible and turn on in the instrument...
.... All messages should be needed to discharge, the climate controls, heated seats, and audio systems will sound. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax® diesel supplement for the message on the DIC display. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible and turn on in the instrument...
Owner's Manual
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... the correct key, make sure it only with your dealer. When the engine starts, release the key. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your hand. D (START): This is running. The switch stays in this happens, ... wheel from right to left while turning the key to the switch or break the key. The transmission is designed to drain for an extended period of time. If the vehicle is equipped with the wheels turned off center. If you could be drained. Any resulting damage would...
... the correct key, make sure it only with your dealer. When the engine starts, release the key. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your hand. D (START): This is running. The switch stays in this happens, ... wheel from right to left while turning the key to the switch or break the key. The transmission is designed to drain for an extended period of time. If the vehicle is equipped with the wheels turned off center. If you could be drained. Any resulting damage would...
Owner's Manual
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... starting . Turn off : ... Also, the wrong kind of the cord may exist which bundles the electrical plug. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax Diesel supplement for up to 10 minutes after the engine is in the plug-end of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. Engine Coolant...
... starting . Turn off : ... Also, the wrong kind of the cord may exist which bundles the electrical plug. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax Diesel supplement for up to 10 minutes after the engine is in the plug-end of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. Engine Coolant...
Owner's Manual
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... using Range Selection Mode, Cruise Control and the Tow/Haul Mode can assist in place. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in the Duramax Diesel supplement. When stopping on . Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is at a stop, select the second gear range using only the...
... using Range Selection Mode, Cruise Control and the Tow/Haul Mode can assist in place. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in the Duramax Diesel supplement. When stopping on . Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is at a stop, select the second gear range using only the...
Owner's Manual
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..., use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑79. Vehicles that identifies the vehicle's engine. Look for Diesel Engines" in the Duramax Diesel Supplement. For all vehicles except those with the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2), use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to as...
..., use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑79. Vehicles that identifies the vehicle's engine. Look for Diesel Engines" in the Duramax Diesel Supplement. For all vehicles except those with the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2), use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to as...
Owner's Manual
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... from fuel. See Exterior Care on page 9‑81. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is a dual fuel tank chassis cab model, and it slowly counterclockwise. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for more likely in some places. The tethered fuel cap is against the... if you and others, read and follow all the way. Driving and Operating 9-83 Filling the Tank If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for any hiss noise to stop. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap...
... from fuel. See Exterior Care on page 9‑81. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is a dual fuel tank chassis cab model, and it slowly counterclockwise. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for more likely in some places. The tethered fuel cap is against the... if you and others, read and follow all the way. Driving and Operating 9-83 Filling the Tank If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for any hiss noise to stop. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap...
Owner's Manual
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...: Pulling a trailer improperly can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is a good idea to see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 2. the resulting repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow...
...: Pulling a trailer improperly can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is a good idea to see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 2. the resulting repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow...
Owner's Manual
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... page 10‑94. See Jump Starting on page 10‑33. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an Allison Transmission, see the Duramax Diesel Supplement. Vehicle Care A. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (Out of View). G. See "Adding Washer Fluid" under Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) on page 10‑...
... page 10‑94. See Jump Starting on page 10‑33. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and/or an Allison Transmission, see the Duramax Diesel Supplement. Vehicle Care A. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (Out of View). G. See "Adding Washer Fluid" under Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) on page 10‑...
Owner's Manual
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... engine and allow several minutes for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with Used Oil" in the Duramax Diesel Supplement. Remove it back in all the way. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on page 10‑12...
... engine and allow several minutes for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with Used Oil" in the Duramax Diesel Supplement. Remove it back in all the way. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on page 10‑12...
Owner's Manual
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... km (50,000 mi) interval. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Pickup Models" under "Engine Air Cleaner/Filter" in the Duramax® Diesel Supplement for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. How to clean the filter. When the engine air cleaner/filter is required...
... km (50,000 mi) interval. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Pickup Models" under "Engine Air Cleaner/Filter" in the Duramax® Diesel Supplement for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. How to clean the filter. When the engine air cleaner/filter is required...
Owner's Manual
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... air; Locate the air cleaner/filter assembly. Take care to stop flames if the engine backfires. Cooling System If the vehicle has the Duramax® diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Vehicle Care Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 10-21 5. it helps to dislodge as little dirt...
... air; Locate the air cleaner/filter assembly. Take care to stop flames if the engine backfires. Cooling System If the vehicle has the Duramax® diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information. Vehicle Care Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 10-21 5. it helps to dislodge as little dirt...
Owner's Manual
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... coolant level should be a leak in the coolant surge tank. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it cools down. Check to see "Cooling System" in the Duramax Diesel Supplement for Gasoline Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see if coolant is not running and can be burned if you spill coolant...
... coolant level should be a leak in the coolant surge tank. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it cools down. Check to see "Cooling System" in the Duramax Diesel Supplement for Gasoline Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see if coolant is not running and can be burned if you spill coolant...
Owner's Manual
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...Power Messages on page 13‑9. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 10‑28 for information on driving to see the Duramax Diesel Supplement for information on driving to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or ...is hand-tight and fully seated. 6. Be sure the pressure cap is lower, add more information. Engine Overheating If the vehicle has the Duramax® Diesel engine, see if the engine cooling fans are ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED...
...Power Messages on page 13‑9. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 10‑28 for information on driving to see the Duramax Diesel Supplement for information on driving to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or ...is hand-tight and fully seated. 6. Be sure the pressure cap is lower, add more information. Engine Overheating If the vehicle has the Duramax® Diesel engine, see if the engine cooling fans are ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED...