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Chevrolet 2010 Silverado 1500 Owner's Manual (627 pages)

Chevrolet 2010 Silverado 1500 Automobile Owner's Manual

Brand: Chevrolet | Category: Automobile | Size: 3.76 MB

Contents
1
Safety Warnings and Symbols
4
Vehicle Symbols
4
Service
4
Vehicle Symbol Chart
5
Fuel
5
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Initial Drive Information
12
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
12
Remote Vehicle Start
12
Starting the Vehicle
12
Canceling a Remote Start
13
Door Locks
13
Power Door Locks
13
Windows
13
Power Windows
14
Power Sliding Rear Window
14
Seat Adjustment
15
Front Seats
15
Manual Seats
15
Power Seats
15
Manual Lumbar
16
Power Lumbar
16
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
17
Power Reclining Seatbacks
17
Memory Features
18
Heated Seats
18
Head Restraint Adjustment
18
Safety Belt
19
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
19
Mirror Adjustment
20
Exterior Mirrors
20
Power Foldaway Mirrors
21
Manual Foldaway Mirrors
21
Interior Mirror
21
Steering Wheel Adjustment
22
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
22
Interior Lighting
23
Dome Lamps
23
Reading Lamps
23
Exterior Lighting
24
Windshield Wiper/Washer
24
Climate Controls
25
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
26
Transmission
27
Range Selection Mode
27
Four-Wheel Drive
27
Transfer Case Buttons
27
Manual Transfer Case
28
Electronic Transfer Case
28
Automatic Transfer Case
29
Vehicle Features
30
Radio
30
Storing a Favorite Station
30
Setting the Clock
31
Satellite Radio
31
Portable Audio Devices
31
Steering Wheel Controls
32
Bluetooth
32
Navigation System
32
Drive Information Center
33
Vehicle Customization
33
Cruise Control
34
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
34
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
34
Power Outlets
35
Universal Remote System
35
Sunroof
36
Extended Cab
36
Crew Cab
36
Performance and Maintenance
37
Stabilitrak
37
Tire Pressure Monitor
38
Engine Oil Life System
38
Resetting the Oil Life System
38
Fuel E85
39
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
39
Onstar
40
Automatic Crash Response
40
How Onstar Service Works
40
Seats and Restraint System
43
Head Restraints
45
Safety Belts
58
Why Safety Belts Work
59
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
62
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
63
Lap-Shoulder Belt
72
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
79
Lap Belt
79
Safety Belt Extender
80
Child Restraints
81
Older Children
81
Infants and Young Children
84
Child Restraint Systems
87
Where to Put the Restraint
90
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
91
Lower Anchors
92
Top Tether Anchor
92
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
96
Regular Cab Models
97
Crew and Extended Cab Models
98
Rear Driver's Side Position
98
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
100
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position
103
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Seat Poisition
103
Airbag System
115
Where Are the Airbags?
117
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
120
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
121
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
122
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
122
Airbag off Switch
124
Medical Condition
126
Passenger Sensing System
128
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
131
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant
132
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
133
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
134
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
134
Restraint System Check
136
Checking the Restraint Systems
136
Airbags
136
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
137
Features and Controls
139
Keys
141
Remote Keyless Entry Operation
142
Programming Transmitter to the Vehicle
144
Battery Replacement
144
Delayed Locking
148
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
148
Rear Door Security Locks
148
Lockout Protection
149
Rear Doors
149
Tailgate
150
Tailgate Removal
151
Manual Windows
152
Express down Windows
154
Window Lockout
154
Sun Visors
155
Theft-Deterrent Systems
155
Content Theft-Deterrent
155
Testing the Alarm
156
Pass-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer
157
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
159
New Vehicle Break-In
159
Ignition Positions
160
Retained Accessory Power
161
Starting the Engine
161
Fast Idle System
163
Fast Idle System with Switch
163
To Control the Fast Idle
163
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
164
Engine Coolant Heater
164
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
165
Active Fuel Management
165
Automatic Transmission Operation
166
Range Selection Mode or Hydra-Matic
170
Low Traction Mode
171
Tow/Haul Mode
172
Grade Braking
173
Cruise Grade Braking
173
Front Axle
174
Recommended Transfer Case Settings
175
When Using the Manual Transfer Case
177
Shifting from Two-Wheel-Drive High to Four-Wheel-Drive High
177
Shifting in or out of Four-Wheel-Drive Low
178
Shifting in or out of Neutral
178
Shifting into Two-Wheel-Drive High
181
Shifting into Four-Wheel-Drive Low
181
Shifting out of Four-Wheel-Drive Low
182
Shifting into Neutral
182
Shifting out of Neutral
183
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
190
Torque Lock
190
Shifting out of Park
191
Parking over Things that Burn
191
Engine Exhaust
192
Running the Vehicle While Parked
193
Manual Rearview Mirror
194
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
194
Cleaning the Mirror
194
Outside Manual Mirrors
194
Outside Towing Mirrors
195
Outside Power Mirrors
195
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
196
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors
196
Automatic Dimming
196
Turn Signal Indicator
196
Park Tilt Mirrors
197
Outside Convex Mirror
197
Outside Heated Mirrors
197
Object Detection Systems
198
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist
198
How the System Works
199
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
200
Vehicles with Navigation System
202
Turning the Rear Vision Camera System on or off
202
Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen
203
Symbols
203
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages
203
Rear Vision Camera Location
204
Disconnecting the Rear Vision Camera
205
Universal Home Remote System
207
Universal Home Remote System Operation
207
Programming Universal Home Remote - Rolling Code
208
Programming Universal Home Remote - Fixed Code
209
Using Universal Home Remote
212
Storage Areas
213
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
213
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
213
Cupholders
213
Instrument Panel Storage
214
Center Console Storage
214
Roof Rack System
215
Rear Seat Armrest
216
Instrument Panel
219
Climate Controls
219
Instrument Panel Overview
221
Hazard Warning Flashers
221
Horn
221
Tilt Wheel
221
Turn Signal/Multifunctional Lever
222
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
222
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
223
Turn Signal on Chime
223
Flash-To-Pass
223
Windshield Wipers
224
Windshield Washer
224
Setting Cruise Control
226
Resuming a Set Speed
227
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
227
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
227
Exterior Lamps
228
Using Cruise Control on Hills
228
Ending Cruise Control
228
Erasing Speed Memory
228
Headlamps on Reminder
229
Daytime Running Lamps
230
Automatic Headlamp System
230
Fog Lamps
231
Driver Information Center (DIC)
231
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
232
Instrument Panel Brightness
232
Dome Lamp Override
233
Entry Lighting
233
Exit Lighting
233
Cargo Lamp
233
Keys
233
Electric Power Management
234
Battery Run-Down Protection
234
Windows
234
Accessory Power Outlet
235
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
236
Temperature Control
237
Air Delivery Mode Control
237
Rear Window Defogger
238
Climate Control System
239
Manual Operation
242
Sensors
245
Outlet Adjustment
246
Operation Tips
246
Warning Lights, Gauges and Indicators
246
Front Seats
246
Instrument Panel Cluster
247
Speedometer and Odometer
248
Engine Hour Meter Display
248
Trip Odometer
248
Tachometer
248
Safety Belt Reminders
249
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
249
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
249
Airbag Readiness Light
250
Airbag off Light
250
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
252
Charging System Light
254
Voltmeter Gauge
254
Brake System Warning Light
255
Antilock Brake System Warning Light
256
Stabilittrak Indicator Light
257
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
258
Tire Pressure Light
258
When the Light Is on Steady
258
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
259
Check Engine Light
259
Light Flashing
260
Light on Steady
260
Towing
260
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
261
Oil Pressure Gauge
262
Oil Pressure Light
263
Security Light
264
Fog Lamp Light
264
Cruise Control Light
264
Highbeam on Light
264
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
265
Fuel Gauge
265
Tow/Haul Mode Light
265
Low Fuel Warning Light
266
Driver Information Center (DIC)
267
DIC Operation and Displays
267
DIC Buttons
268
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
268
Odometer
268
Fuel Range
269
Average Economy
269
Fuel Used
270
Timer
270
Transmission Temperature
270
Vehicle Information Menu Items
271
Oil Life
271
Units
271
Tire Pressure
271
Maintenance Schedule
271
Trailer Gain and Output
272
Engine Hours
272
Relearn Remote Key
272
Language
274
DIP Operation and Displays
274
DIC Compass
278
Compass Zone
278
Compass Variance Procedure
278
Compass Calibration
280
Compass Calibration Procedure
280
DIC Warning and Messages
281
Battery Low Start Vehicle
281
Change Engine Oil Soon
281
Check Trailer Wiring
282
Driver Door Open
282
Engine Hot A/C Turned off
282
Engine Oil Hot Idle Engine
282
Engine Overheated Idle Engine
283
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
283
Engine Power Is Reduced
283
Fast Idle on
283
Hood Open
284
Left Rear Door Open
284
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
284
Park Assist off
284
Passenger Door Open
285
Remote Key Learning Active
285
Replace Battery in Remote Key
285
Right Rear Door Open
285
Service Battery Charging System
286
Service Brake System
286
Service Brakes Soon
286
Service Park Assit
286
Service Theft Deterrent System
287
Service Tire Monitor System
287
Service Traction Control
287
Service Trailer Brake System
287
Stabilitrak off
288
Tire Learning Active
289
Tire Low and Air Tow Tire
289
Traction Control off
289
Trailer Connected
290
Transmission Hot Idle Engine
290
Turn Signal on
290
DIC Vehicle Customization
291
Entering the Feature Settings Menu
291
Feature Settings Menu Items
291
Display in English
291
Display Language
292
Auto Door Lock
292
Auto Door Unlock
293
Remote Door Lock
293
Remote Door Unlock
294
Delay Door Lock
294
Approach Lighting
295
Chime Volume
296
Mirrors
296
Easy Exit Recall
297
Easy Exit Setup
297
Memory Seat Recall
298
Remote Start
298
Factory Settings
299
Exit Feature Settings
299
Audio System
300
AM-FM Radio
300
MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD Player
302
Radios with CD and DVD
304
Rear Seats
304
Radio Data System (RDS)
305
Playing the Radio
305
Speed Compensated Volume
305
Finding a Station
306
Setting Preset Stations
306
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
307
Setting the Tone
308
Adjusting the Speakers
309
Finding a Category Station
309
Radio Messages
310
XM Satellite Radio Service
310
Radio Messages for XM Only
310
Calibration Error
310
Care of the CD and DVD Player
311
Care of Cds and Dvds
311
Inserting a CD
312
Ejecting a Disc
312
Playing a CD
313
Radios with CD and DVD Audio Output
316
Playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc
316
Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW Disc
316
CD Messages
316
Using the DVD Player
317
Optical Error
317
Disk Read Error
317
Player Error
317
Playing a DVD
318
DVD-V Display Buttons
319
DVD-A Display Buttons
320
Inserting a Disc
320
Stopping and Resuming Playback
321
DVD Radio Error Messages
321
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
321
Using the USB Port
322
USB Support
323
Using an MP3
323
Format
323
Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs
323
CD-R or CD-RW Supported File and Folder Structure
324
USB Supported File and Folder Structure
324
Root Directory
324
Empty Folder
324
File System and Naming
325
Preprogrammed Playlists
325
Playing a CD-R or CD-RW MP3
325
Connecting a USB Storage Device on Ipod
327
Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
327
Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
328
Repeat Functionality
329
Shuffle Functionality
330
No Folder
332
Order of Play
332
XM Radio Messages
338
Voice Recognition
339
Bluetooth Controls
340
Pairing
340
Pairing a Phone
341
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones
341
Deleting a Paired Phone
341
Linking to a Different Phone
342
Storing Name Tags
342
Using the Store Command
342
Using the Digit Store Command
343
Using the Directory Command
344
Deleting Name Tags
344
Using the Delete Command
344
Using the Delete All Name Tags Command
344
Making a Call
345
Using the Dial Command
345
Using the Digit Dial Command
345
Using the Call Command
346
Using the Re-Dial Command
346
Receiving a Call
346
Call Waiting
347
Three-Way Calling
347
Ending a Call
347
Muting a Call
347
Transferring a Call
348
To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone
348
Voice Pass-Thru
348
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones
348
Sending a Number During a Call
349
Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call
349
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
350
Before Driving
350
Parental Control
350
Headphones
351
Audio/Video Jacks
352
How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings
353
Audio Output
353
Video Screen
354
Remote Control
354
Remote Control Buttons
355
Tips and Troubleshooting Chart
357
DVD Display Error Messages
358
DVD Distortion
358
Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console
359
Cleaning the Video Screen
359
Rear Seat Audio
359
Theft-Deterrent Feature
361
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
361
CD/DVD
362
Radio Reception
364
Am
364
FM Stereo
364
Cellular Phone Usage
365
Fixed Mast Antenna
365
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
365
Sunroof
365
Driving Your Vehicle
367
Rear Axle
367
Defensive Driving
368
Drunk Driving
368
Safety Belts
368
Control of a Vehicle
369
Braking
369
Antilock Brake System
370
Using ABS
371
Braking in Emergencies
371
Brake Assist
371
Stabilitrak System
372
Traction Control Operation
373
Locking Rear Axle
374
Power Steering
374
Steering Tips
374
Steering in Emergencies
375
Off-Road Recovery
376
Passing
376
Loss of Control
376
Skidding
377
Off-Road Driving
377
Four-Wheel Drive
377
Before You Go Off-Roading
378
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
379
Environmental Concerns
379
Traveling to Remote Areas
380
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
380
Scanning the Terrain
380
Driving on Hills
381
Surface Conditions
381
Surface Obstacles
381
Approaching a Hill
382
Driving Uphill
382
Driving Downhill
384
Driving Across an Incline
385
Stalling on an Incline
386
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
386
Driving in Water
387
After Off-Road Driving
387
Driving at Night
388
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
388
Hydroplaning
389
Other Rainy Weather Tips
389
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
389
Highway Hypnosis
389
Hill and Mountain Roads
390
Winter Driving
391
Driving on Snow or Ice
391
Blizzard Conditions
392
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
393
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
394
Recovery Hooks
394
Loading the Vehicle
395
Tire and Loading Information Label
396
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
396
Certification/Tire Label
399
Front Axle
400
Tires
400
Two-Tiered Loading
401
Child Restraints
401
Add-On Equipment
402
Loading Points
402
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
403
Truck-Camper Loading Information
407
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
409
Towing
410
Recreational Vehicle Towing
410
Dinghy Towing
411
Dolly Towing
413
Front Towing
413
Rear Towing
415
Towing a Trailer
417
Pulling a Trailer
418
Weight of the Trailer
418
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
427
Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
428
Weight of the Trailering Combination
428
Hitches
429
Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment
429
Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering
430
Safety Chains
430
Trailer Brakes
431
Integrated Trailer Brake Control System
432
Electrical System
432
Trailer Brake Control Panel
433
Trailer Brake DIC Display Page
434
Manual Trailer Brake Apply
435
Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure
435
Driving with a Trailer
438
Following Distance
439
Backing up
439
Making Turns
439
Driving on Grades
439
Parking on Hills
440
Leaving after Parking on a Hill
441
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
441
Trailer Wiring Harness
441
Basic Trailer Wiring
441
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package
442
Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring Package
443
Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions
444
Auxiliary Battery
444
Service and Appearance Care
445
Service
448
Accessories and Modifications
448
Fuel
450
Gasoline
450
Gasoline Octane
451
Gasoline Specifications
451
California Fuel
452
Additives
452
Fuels in Foreign Countries
455
Filling the Tank
455
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
457
Checking Things under the Hood
458
Hood Release
459
Engine Compartment Overview
460
Engine Oil
462
Checking Engine Oil
462
When to Add Engine Oil
462
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
463
Cold Temperature Operation
463
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
464
When to Change Engine Oil
464
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
464
What to Do with Used Oil
465
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
465
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
466
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
466
Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
466
Automatic Transmission Fluid
467
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
468
Checking the Fluid Leevl
468
Consistency of Readings
469
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
470
When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
470
Cold Check Procedure
471
Hot Check Procedure
472
Cooling System
473
Engine Coolant
475
Checking Coolant
476
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines
477
Engine Overheating
478
If Steam if Coming from the Engine Compartment
479
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
480
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
480
Engine Fan Noise
481
Power Steering Fluid
481
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
481
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
482
Windshield Washer Fluid
482
Adding Washer Fluid
482
Brakes
483
Brake Fluid
483
Checking Brake Fluid
484
Brake Wear
485
Brake Adjustment
486
Replacing Brake System Parts
486
Brake Pedal Travel
486
Battery
487
Vehicle Storage
487
Jump Starting
488
Rear Axle
492
When to Check Lubricant
492
Jumper Cable Removal
492
How to Check Lubricant
493
Transfer Case
494
Manual Shift Transfer Case
495
Active Transfer Case
495
When to Change Lubricant
496
When to Check and Changing Lubricant
496
Noise Control System
497
Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited
497
Headlamp Aiming
498
Fan and Drive
498
Air Intake
498
To Adjust the Vertical Aim
499
Bulb Replacement
501
Halogen Bulbs
501
Headlamps
501
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp and Cargo Lamp
502
Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps
503
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
504
Taillamps
505
License Plate Lamp
506
Replacement Bulbs
506
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
507
Tires
508
Tire Sidewall Labeling
509
Tire Size
512
Tire Terminology and Definitions
514
Inflation - Tire Pressure
517
High-Speed Operation
518
Dual Tire Operation
519
Tire Pressure Monitor System
519
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
520
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
521
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
522
Tire Inspection and Rotation
524
When It Is Time for New Tires
526
Buying New Tires
527
Different Size Tires and Wheels
529
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
529
Treadwear
530
Traction
530
Temperature
530
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
531
Wheel Replacement
531
Used Replacement Wheels
532
Tire Chains
533
If a Tire Goes Flat
533
Changing a Flat Tire
534
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
536
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
541
Secondary Latch System
547
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
550
Spare Tire
553
Appearance Care
554
Interior Cleaning
554
Fabric/Carpet
555
Leather
556
Instrument Panel, Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces
556
Weatherstrips
557
Washing Your Vehicle
557
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
557
Finish Care
558
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
558
Windshield and Washer Blades
558
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
559
Sheet Metal Damage
560
Finish Damage
560
Underbody Maintenance
560
Chemical Paint Spotting
560
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
561
Service Parts Identification Label
561
Electrical System
561
Add-On Electrical Equipment
561
Windshield Wiper Fuses
562
Power Windows and Other Power Options
562
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
562
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
563
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
565
Top View
565
Underhood Fuse Block
566
Capacities and Specifications
570
Maintenance Schedule
573
Scheduled Maintenance
575
Rotation of New Tires
575
Owner Checks and Services
583
Starter Switch Check
583
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
583
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
584
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission P Mechanism Check
584
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
585
Maintenance Replacement Parts
587
Engine Drive Belt Routing
588
Customer Assistance Information
593
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
610
Radio Frequency Statement
610
Index
611

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