Chevrolet 2014 Silverado Owner's Manual
Chevrolet 2014 Silverado Owner's Manual

Chevrolet 2014 Silverado Owner's Manual

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
. . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-45
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-52
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
. . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48
. . . . 5-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-23
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-34
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-56
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-62
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-70
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-75
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-99
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
. . . . . . . . 9-1

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Summary of Contents for Chevrolet 2014 Silverado

  • Page 1: Trademarks And License

    ......1-1 ..... . . 4-1 Trademarks and License Instrument Panel .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....10-1 . . . 11-1 ..13-1 General Information ..10-2 General Information .
  • Page 3 ® If the vehicle has the Duramax this manual including, but not limited savant: diesel engine, see the Duramax to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated diesel supplement for additional and the CHEVROLET Emblem, Attention: Customer Service specific information on this engine.
  • Page 4 information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. Text marked Caution provides This symbol is shown when information that may indicate a you need to see your owner manual hazard that could result in injury for additional instructions or Text marked Danger provides or death.
  • Page 5 Cruise Control Heated Steering Wheel Remote Vehicle Start Engine Coolant Temperature LATCH System Child Safety Belt Reminders Restraints Exterior Lamps Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator Lamp Fog Lamps Tow/Haul Mode Oil Pressure ® Fuel Gauge Traction Control/StabiliTrak Outside Power Foldaway Fuses Windshield Washer Fluid Mirrors...
  • Page 137: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Information Displays Controls Vehicle Messages Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators...
  • Page 138: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Controls Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment Vehicle Personalization Universal Remote System...
  • Page 139 Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls (Phone/Mute): (Previous/Next Menu): (Next/Previous Selection): (Select): (Talk):...
  • Page 140 Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer Wiper Parking (High Speed): (Low Speed): (Heated Steering Wheel, If Equipped): INT (Adjustable Interval Wipes): OFF: (Mist): Horn...
  • Page 141 Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass Clock Setting the Time and Date with Warning Faceplate Controls (Washer Fluid):...
  • Page 142: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Vehicles with a Center Console Setting the Time and Date with Touchscreen Controls Vehicles with Bench Seats...
  • Page 143 Instruments and Controls Caution Caution Warning...
  • Page 144 Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current Base Shown, Uplevel Similar...
  • Page 145: Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators...
  • Page 146 5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Uplevel Cluster (English Shown, Metric Similar)
  • Page 148 5-12 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu (Uplevel Cluster) Navigation Audio Settings Units: Phone...
  • Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-13 Speedometer Trip Odometer Info Pages: Odometer Speed Warning: Tachometer Software Information:...
  • Page 150 5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Metric English...
  • Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Caution English Metric...
  • Page 152 5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Voltmeter Gauge Temperature Gauge English Metric...
  • Page 153 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Driver Safety Belt Reminder Reminder Light Light...
  • Page 154 5-18 Instruments and Controls Warning (Continued) Airbag On-Off Light Warning Airbag Readiness Light...
  • Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Warning (Continued) United States Canada and Mexico Warning Warning...
  • Page 156 5-20 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Warning (Continued) Indicator United States Canada and Mexico...
  • Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Warning Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
  • Page 158 5-22 Instruments and Controls Caution (Continued) Caution Light Flashing: Caution...
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Light On Steady:...
  • Page 160 5-24 Instruments and Controls Metric English Brake System Warning Light...
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Warning...
  • Page 162 5-26 Instruments and Controls Four-Wheel-Drive Light Tow/Haul Mode Light Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light Hill Descent Control Light...
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-27 ® Vehicle Ahead Indicator Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light...
  • Page 164 5-28 Instruments and Controls Traction Control System ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady When the Light Is On Steady...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light High-Beam On Light Front Fog Lamp Light...
  • Page 166: Information Displays

    5-30 Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) Lamps On Reminder DIC Menu Items...
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Remaining Oil Life Digital Speedometer Average Fuel Economy Trip Tire Pressure Fuel Range...
  • Page 168 5-32 Instruments and Controls Hourmeter Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) Transmission Fluid Temperature Unit Trailer Brake Compass...
  • Page 170 5-34 Instruments and Controls Fuel Economy: Timer: Tire Pressure: Speed Limit (If Equipped):...
  • Page 171: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 Engine Hours: Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Charging Messages Transmission Fluid BATTERY LOW START Temperature: VEHICLE Trailer Brake (If Equipped): BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE Blank Page:...
  • Page 172 5-36 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY Brake System Messages CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE FLUID LOW SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST TRANSPORT MODE ON Compass Messages SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM...
  • Page 173 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Door Ajar Messages ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE DOOR OPEN HOOD OPEN Engine Oil Messages ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE Engine Cooling System Messages AIR CONDITIONING OFF...
  • Page 174 5-38 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE ENGINE TIGHTEN GAS CAP OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE...
  • Page 175: Keys And Locks

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 Object Detection System Messages FORWARD COLLISION Key and Lock Messages ALERT OFF REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY PARK ASSIST OFF FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED CLEAN WINDSHIELD SERVICE FRONT CAMERA Lamp Messages TURN SIGNAL ON LANE DEPARTURE WARNING UNAVAILABLE...
  • Page 176 5-40 Instruments and Controls SERVICE PARKING ASSIST SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION CONTROL OFF CONTROL TRACTION CONTROL ON Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK STABILITRAK INITIALIZING STABILITRAK OFF...
  • Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-41 Airbag System Messages Steering System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG POWER STEERING ASSIST REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM SERVICE POWER STEERING...
  • Page 178 5-42 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Transmission Messages AIR TO TIRE 4WD OFF TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE 4WD SHIFT IN PROGRESS...
  • Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-43 FOR 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX GRADE BRAKING ON FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO NEUTRAL GRADE BRAKING ACTIVE TO EXIT 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX GRADE BRAKING OFF TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO NEUTRAL SERVICE 4WD...
  • Page 180 5-44 Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder ENGINE Messages CHECK TRAILER WIRING ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE VEHICLE IN 4WD LOW TRAILER CONNECTED...
  • Page 181: Vehicle Personalization

    Instruments and Controls 5-45 Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID Base Radio Audio System Controls Vehicle Speed Messages MENU: REDUCE SPEED FOR HILL DESCENT CONTROL BACK: Uplevel Radio Audio System Controls...
  • Page 182 5-46 Instruments and Controls Time and Date Radio Language [Language] Personalization Menus Valet Mode Manage Favorites Number of Favorites Pages...
  • Page 183 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Audio Cue Volume Collision/Detection Systems Audible Touch Feedback Vehicle Alert Type Auto Volume Maximum Startup Volume Parking Assist Climate and Air Quality Auto Fan Max Speed...
  • Page 184: Doors

    5-48 Instruments and Controls Comfort and Convenience Reverse Tilt Mirror Vehicle Locator Lights Exit Lighting Auto Mirror Folding Auto Memory Recall Power Door Locks Easy Exit Options Lighting Chime Volume...
  • Page 185 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Unlocked Door Anti-lockout Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Auto Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Unlock Light Feedback Delayed Door Lock Passive Door Unlock Remote Lock Feedback...
  • Page 186 5-50 Instruments and Controls Pair New Device Voice Mail Numbers Passive Door Lock Voice Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Prompt Length Device Management Bluetooth Audio Feedback Speed Ringtones...
  • Page 187 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Display Rear Camera Clear All Private Data Guidance Lines Restore Radio Settings Theme Rear Park Assist Symbols Software Information Calibrate Touchscreen Return to Factory Settings Turn Display Off Restore Vehicle Settings...
  • Page 188: Universal Remote System

    5-52 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Programming the Universal Remote System Universal Remote System Programming...
  • Page 189 Instruments and Controls 5-53 Learn or Smart Button...
  • Page 190 5-54 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators...
  • Page 191 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button...
  • Page 192 5-56 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 267: Engine Exhaust

    Starting the Engine ..9-26 Fast Idle System ... . . 9-28 Antilock Brake Retained Accessory System (ABS) ....9-53 Power (RAP) .
  • Page 268: Front Seats

    Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-70 distractions. Gasoline Specifications ..9-71 California Fuel Become familiar with vehicle Requirements .
  • Page 269 Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
  • Page 270 If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it If power steering assist is lost vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel, and is because the engine stops or a normally but do not pump the held in that position for an extended system malfunctions, the vehicle...
  • Page 271 Wait until the vehicle is out of 3. Turn the steering wheel to go the curve before accelerating straight down the roadway. gently into the straightaway. There are some situations when steering around a problem may There are three types of skids that be more effective than braking.
  • Page 272 If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Ease your foot off the lose control and crash. You and accelerator pedal and steer the your passengers should always way you want the vehicle to go. Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be wear safety belts.
  • Page 273 Do not damage shrubs, flowers, To gain more ground clearance if trees, or grasses or disturb needed, it may be necessary to wildlife. remove the front fascia lower Keep cargo in the cargo area air dam. Do not park over things that as far forward and as low as burn.
  • Page 274 Never go downhill forward or cannot be seen, get out of the brakes to slow the vehicle and backward with either the vehicle and walk the hill before help keep the vehicle under transmission or transfer case in driving further. control.
  • Page 275 Hidden obstacles can make the 2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted steepness of the incline more restart the engine. after stalling, set the parking severe. If a rock is driven across brake, shift into P (Park), and If driving uphill when the with the uphill wheels, or if the turn the vehicle off.
  • Page 276 Use a low gear when driving in mud vehicle could fall through the ice; Do not drive through standing the deeper the mud, the lower you and your passengers could water if it is deep enough to cover the gear. Keep the vehicle moving drown.
  • Page 277 suspension, wheels, tires, and There is no hard and fast rule about exhaust system for damage and hydroplaning. The best advice is to check the fuel lines and cooling slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large system for any leakage.
  • Page 278 Stay in your own lane. Do not Other driving tips include: swing wide or cut across the Keep the vehicle well ventilated. center of the road. Drive at Using the brakes to slow the speeds that let you stay in your Keep the interior vehicle on a long downhill slope own lane.
  • Page 279: Windows

    Drive with caution, whatever the clear. Avoid sudden steering condition. Accelerate gently so maneuvers and braking while traction is not lost. Accelerating too on ice. inside. Engine exhaust contains quickly causes the wheels to spin Turn off cruise control on slippery carbon monoxide (CO) which and makes the surface under the surfaces.
  • Page 280: Climate Control Systems

    the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel. Adjust the climate control damage. Spin the wheels as little system to a setting that as possible and avoid going circulates the air inside the above 56 km/h (35 mph).
  • Page 281 might need to be towed out. See It is very important to know how Recovery hooks can be used, if the much weight the vehicle can vehicle has them. carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
  • Page 282 open, you will find the label the front and rear axles. See attached below the door lock Certification/Tire Label later in post (striker). The Tire and this section. vehicle handles. This could Loading Information label shows cause loss of control and a the number of occupant seating crash.
  • Page 283 there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity...
  • Page 284 of the driver, passengers, and Rating (GVWR). The GVWR cargo should never exceed the includes the weight of the vehicle's capacity weight. vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
  • Page 285 vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. In the case of a sudden stop cause loss of control and a or collision, things carried in crash. Overloading can also the bed of your truck could shorten the life of the vehicle.
  • Page 286 When using this upper load be necessary. Be sure to weigh platform, be sure the load is the vehicle before buying and securely tied down to prevent it installing the new equipment. When you carry something from shifting. The load's center inside the vehicle, secure of gravity should be positioned it whenever you can.
  • Page 287 3. GM Approved Accessory load. It will help to match the Mounting Points right slide-in camper to the vehicle. Structural members (1) and (2) are Side Boxes 113 kg per included in the pickup box design. Your dealer can help make a and Cargo side (250 lb Additional accessories should use...
  • Page 288 weight of the people inside. But, is concentrated and, additional camper equipment not use about 68 kg (150 lb) for if suspended at that point, would included in the manufacturer's each seat. balance the front and rear. camper weight figure, the weight of camper cargo, and the weight The total cargo load must not be Here is an example of proper...
  • Page 290 No adjustment to the pedals can be Before you start driving, fully press made when the vehicle is in the brake pedal to confirm the R (Reverse) or while using cruise adjustment is right for you. While broken in. Hard stops with control.
  • Page 291 To shift out of P (Park), the ignition Do not turn the engine off when the must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ vehicle is moving. This will cause a ACCESSORY and the regular brake loss of power assist in the brake Turning off the vehicle while pedal must be applied.
  • Page 292 transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles. only with your hand. If the key If you add electrical parts or If the key is left in the ACC/ cannot be turned by hand, see accessories, you could change ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position your dealer.
  • Page 293 damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator is already running. Engine pedal, turn the ignition key to Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the cranking can be stopped by START.
  • Page 294 Press and release the cruise transmission gently until the oil control SET- button. Engine warms up and lubricates all speed will be held at moving parts. the cranking motor, and drain the approximately 1200 rpm. battery. Wait at least 15 seconds One of the following actions will turn between each try, to let the off the fast idle:...
  • Page 295 The APOs in the console or center An internal thermostat in the seat position are powered by RAP. plug-end of the cord may exist, They will continue to work for up to which will prevent engine coolant 10 minutes after the key is turned heater operation at temperatures The following vehicle accessories from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, or until...
  • Page 296 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then set the parking brake. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an It can be dangerous to get out of electrical shock. Also, the wrong 2. Move the shift lever into the the vehicle if the shift lever is not kind of extension cord could P (Park) position by pulling the...
  • Page 297 If you have to leave the vehicle with When you are ready to drive, move the engine running, be sure the the shift lever out of P (Park) before vehicle is in P (Park) and the you release the parking brake. parking brake is firmly set before If torque lock does occur, you may you leave it.
  • Page 298 The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before you get out of If the vehicle has an uncharged the vehicle, move the shift lever into battery or a battery with low voltage, Things that can burn could touch...
  • Page 299 a stop, passing, or merging onto a freeway, the system will maintain full-cylinder operation. There are holes or openings If the vehicle has an Active Fuel in the vehicle body from Management indicator, see damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be completely sealed.
  • Page 300 If the vehicle is left with the engine especially when the vehicle has a running, follow the proper steps to heavy load, you might notice an be sure the vehicle will not move. increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park).
  • Page 301 To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If you have four-wheel drive, the Shifting out of P (Park) or vehicle will be free to roll even N (Neutral) with the engine In this position, the if the shift lever is in P (Park) running at high speed may...
  • Page 302 Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode In some cases, this could appear to This position when towing a trailer, carrying a be a delayed shift, however the allows selection of a range of gears heavy load, driving on steep hills, transmission is operating normally.
  • Page 303 when driving on downhill grades by When the shift lever is moved from using the engine and transmission D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode), a to slow the vehicle. The first time number displays next to the M, the system engages for each indicating the current transmission ignition key cycle, a DIC message range.
  • Page 304 Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. Vehicles with an automatic the vehicle warranty. If you are transmission have a Tow/Haul While using Range Selection Mode, stuck, do not spin the tires.
  • Page 305 change is made. A DIC message is displayed. See Also see Tow/Haul Mode under On vehicles with a diesel engine, Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking can be enabled or disabled by pressing the Tow/Haul Mode button. Use the exhaust brake and Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is for maximum grade braking.
  • Page 306 complete stop and it is hard to shift To back up, press the into 1 (First), put the shift lever in clutch pedal. After the vehicle stops, Neutral and let up on the clutch. shift into R (Reverse). Slowly let up Then press the clutch pedal back on the clutch pedal as you press the down and shift into 1 (First).
  • Page 309 While in Four-Wheel Drive High Shift the transfer case shift lever roads or in most off-road situations. or Four-Wheel Drive Low you in one continuous motion into This setting also engages the front may experience reduced fuel either the Four-Wheel Drive High axle to help drive your vehicle.
  • Page 310 Shift the transfer case shift lever transmission momentarily to in one continuous motion into or D (Drive) and back to out of the Four-Wheel Drive Low N (Neutral), and then complete position. the transfer case shift. When Four-Wheel Drive Low is Shifting the transfer case into engaged, vehicle speed should Four-Wheel Drive Low while...
  • Page 311 and one will stay on. If no lights display, take the vehicle to your the Four-Wheel Drive High position dealer for service. If the lights when extra traction is needed, such display momentarily when the as on snowy or icy roads or in most ignition is in ON/RUN, but none stay off-road situations.
  • Page 312 To shift to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position, the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the vehicle must be Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Shifting the transfer case to stopped or moving less than 5 km/h Drive High position. This can be N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle (3 mph) with the transmission in done at any speed up to 121 km/h...
  • Page 313 It is typical for the vehicle to exhibit significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between To shift from Four-Wheel Drive Low transfer case. To help avoid Four-Wheel Drive Low and to Four-Wheel Drive High or damaging the vehicle, always wait Four-Wheel Drive High ranges or Two-Wheel Drive High, the vehicle for the mode indicator lights to...
  • Page 314 less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and the Low position. The N (Neutral) 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with transmission in N (Neutral), attempt light will come on when the the engine off, and shift the the shift again. transfer case shift to N (Neutral) transmission to N (Neutral).
  • Page 315 when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If no lights display, This setting is ideal for use take the vehicle to your dealer for when road surface traction service. If the lights display conditions are variable. When momentarily when the ignition is in driving the vehicle in AUTO, the ON/RUN, but none stay on, the...
  • Page 316 axle to help drive the vehicle. This is Drive Low. The indicator light will the best setting to use when flash while shifting. It will remain on plowing snow. when the shift is completed. could be seriously injured. Be This sure to set the parking brake setting also engages the front axle before placing the transfer case in...
  • Page 317 for shifting into Four-Wheel Drive If the knob is turned to the 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph). Turn the Low is to have the vehicle moving Four-Wheel Drive Low position knob to the Four-Wheel Drive High, 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph). Turn the when the vehicle is in gear and/or AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High knob to the Four-Wheel Drive Low...
  • Page 318 If the knob is turned to the 5. Shift the transfer case to 10. Release the parking brake prior Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, Two-Wheel Drive High. to moving the vehicle. or Two-Wheel Drive High switch 6. Turn the transfer case dial 11.
  • Page 319 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to Shifting the transmission into gear avoid a sudden obstacle, a before the requested mode computer senses that the wheels indicator light has stopped are slowing down.
  • Page 320 suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or Do not pump the brakes. Just hold damage to brake system parts. the brake pedal down firmly and let Make sure that the parking brake ABS work.
  • Page 321 To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then The Brake Assist feature is pull the bottom edge of the lever designed to assist the driver in with the parking brake symbol, stopping or decreasing vehicle located to the right of the steering speed in emergency driving column.
  • Page 323 Turn on and stay on when either vehicle wheel brakes to assist the and Turning the system is not working. driver in keeping the vehicle on the Systems Off and On later in this intended path. Trailer Sway Control section. If either system fails to turn on or to (TSC) is also on automatically when activate, a message displays in the...
  • Page 324 StabiliTrak will automatically turn on press and release the button. The if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h traction off light displayed in the (35 mph). Traction control will instrument cluster will turn off. remain off. If TCS is limiting wheel spin when The vehicle has a Trailer Sway button is pressed, the system Control (TSC) feature and a Hill...
  • Page 325 HDC will remain enabled between Press to enable or disable HDC. 22 and 60 km/h (14 and 37 mph), Vehicle speed must be below however vehicle speed cannot be 50 km/h (31 mph). set or maintained in this range. It will automatically disable if the Cruise control can be dangerous vehicle speed is above 80 km/h where you cannot drive safely at...
  • Page 326 If equipped with an Allison or Press briefly to Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic set the speed and activate cruise transmission, see Tow/Haul Mode control. If cruise control is already Grade Braking under active, use to decrease vehicle for an speed. explanation of how cruise control Press to disengage interacts with the Range Selection cruise control without erasing the...
  • Page 327 If the cruise control is set at a How well the cruise control works desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is on hills depends on the vehicle are applied, the cruise control is already activated: speed, the load, and the steepness disengaged without erasing the set of the hills.
  • Page 330 than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on the bumpers detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind and 1.2 m (4 ft) in vehicle using only the RVC front of the vehicle within a zone screen, during longer, higher 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground speed backing maneuvers, and below bumper level.
  • Page 331 the front or rear, or both sides of the assist button on the center stack will Safety Alert Seat will pulse five be disabled. To turn the parking times. Beeps for Front Parking assist on again, select On in the Assist are higher pitched than for vehicle personalization menu.
  • Page 332 The RVC is disconnected by directly ahead too quickly. FCA also removing the connector from the provides a visual alert if following electrical junction block mounted on another vehicle much too closely. the left side of the cross member of FCA detects vehicles within a the vehicle frame.
  • Page 333 or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or The vehicle ahead indicator will windshield are not cleaned or in display amber when you are proper condition.
  • Page 334 Press the collision alert button on will not warn if the turn signal is on the steering wheel to set the FCA in the departure direction, or if a If the FCA system does not seem to timing to Far, Medium, Near, or Off. sharp maneuver is made.
  • Page 335 departing the lane on the side If the LDW symbol does not appear when the system is on and the where it has detected a lane vehicle is traveling at least 56 km/h marker. Even with LDW, always (35 mph): keep your attention on the road When the vehicle is started, the and maintain proper vehicle...
  • Page 336: Maintenance

    For diesel engine vehicles, see LDW does not provide a warning Fuel for Diesel Engines in the to help avoid a crash, unless it Duramax diesel supplement. detects the lane markings. LDW For gasoline engine vehicles, use of may not detect the lane markings the recommended fuel is an if the camera sensor is blocked important part of the proper...
  • Page 337 If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine methylcyclopentadienyl manganese (VIN Code J), use premium tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use Gasolines containing oxygenates, unleaded gasoline with a posted gasolines with MMT as they can such as ethers and ethanol, as well octane rating of 91 or higher.
  • Page 338 label. If this fuel is not available in caused by use of improper fuel All other vehicles should use only states adopting California Emissions would not be covered by the vehicle the unleaded gasoline as described Standards, the vehicle will operate warranty.
  • Page 339 as much fuel as possible and do not add less than 11 L (3 gal) when refueling. Drive at least 11 km (7 mi) Turn off the engine when Do not use fuel containing immediately after refueling to allow refueling. methanol.
  • Page 340 Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted nozzle.
  • Page 341 keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. Only use towing equipment that has Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more been designed for the vehicle. while it is in the vehicle can cause than 95% full to allow for Contact your dealer or trailering fuel vapors that can ignite either...
  • Page 342 Do not tow a trailer during the Before starting, check all trailer hitch first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent parts and attachments, safety damage to the engine, axle, chains, electrical connectors, lamps, Do not drive with the liftgate, or other parts. tires, and mirrors.
  • Page 343 If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn immediately after towing at high out, the arrows on the instrument altitude on steep uphill grades, the Hold the bottom of the steering cluster will still flash for turns. It is vehicle may show signs similar to wheel with one hand.
  • Page 344 If parking the rig on a hill: 7. Stop and have someone pick up Do not tow a trailer during break-in. and store the chocks. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing The vehicle needs service more uphill.
  • Page 345 important for your safety and that of For kingpin weight and trailer your passengers. Read this section tongue weight information, see carefully before pulling a trailer. Weight of the Trailer Tongue later Pulling a trailer improperly can in this section. damage the vehicle and result in Use the following chart to determine costly repairs not covered by the...
  • Page 346 1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.23 2 903 kg (6,400 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 4.3L V6 (b) 4.10 2 223 kg (4,900 lb) 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 3 311 kg (7,300 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42...
  • Page 347 6.2L V8 3.42 4 355 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.73 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb) 1500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Short Box (b) 4.3L V6 3.23 2 676 kg (5,900 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08...
  • Page 348 1500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 (b) 3.42 3 039 kg (6,700 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.08 2 994 kg (6,600 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.73...
  • Page 349 5.3L V8 3.42 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 5.3L V8 3.73 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb) 6.2L V8 3.42 4 309 kg (9,500 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb) 6.2L V8 3.73 5 352 kg (11,800 lb) 7 938 kg (17,500 lb)
  • Page 350 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 Conventional Trailer 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.10 6 396 kg (14,100 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box...
  • Page 351 3500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 5 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Conventional Trailer 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73...
  • Page 352 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) Fifth-Wheel Trailer 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 082 kg (9,000 lb) 7 257 kg (16,000 lb) 6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 123 kg (13,500 lb) 9 299 kg (20,500 lb) 3500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box...
  • Page 371: General Information

    Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Headlamp Aiming ..10-39 (6.0L V8 Engine Only) ..10-25 Engine Fan ....10-26 Bulb Replacement .
  • Page 372 Engine Compartment Fuse Different Size Tires and Block ..... 10-43 Wheels ....10-72 For service and parts needs, visit Instrument Panel Fuse Uniform Tire Quality...
  • Page 373 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability wear by-products contain and/or control. These accessories or emit these chemicals.
  • Page 374 This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own To open the hood: service work, see Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it.
  • Page 376 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid under 7. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of 3. Coolant Surge Tank and View). See 12. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Pressure Cap. See Equipped).
  • Page 378 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 6. Remote Negative ( ) Location 10. Windshield Washer Fluid (Out of View). See Reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid under 7. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of 3. Coolant Surge Tank and View). See 11. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Pressure Cap.
  • Page 380 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 9. Remote Negative ( ) Location. For diesel engine vehicles, see Engine Oil in the Duramax diesel 10. Power Steering Fluid supplement. 3. Coolant Surge Tank and Reservoir. See Pressure Cap. See To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil.
  • Page 381 what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to The engine oil dipstick handle get an accurate reading, the vehicle may be hot;...
  • Page 382 Add enough oil to put the level Cold Temperature Operation: In an somewhere in the proper operating area of extreme cold, where the range. Push the dipstick all the way temperature falls below 29°C back in when through. ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in the 4.3L or 6.0L engine.
  • Page 383 engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, Used engine oil contains certain at this time, the system must be elements that can be unhealthy for reset. For vehicles without the This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON that indicates when to change the...
  • Page 384 The oil life system can also be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Reset the system whenever the the engine off. engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next 2. Fully press the accelerator pedal engine oil change.
  • Page 385 Information Center (DIC). See automatic transmission fluid listed transmission to overheat. Be sure to get an accurate reading if checking the transmission fluid. 6. Using the transmission fluid temperature reading, determine Change the fluid and filter at the Before checking the fluid level, and perform the appropriate scheduled maintenance intervals prepare the vehicle:...
  • Page 386 check fluid level when the 4. Check both sides of the dipstick 7. If the fluid level is in the transmission temperature is and read the lower level. Repeat acceptable range, push the between 27°C and 32°C (80°F and the check procedure to verify the dipstick back in all the way, then 90°F).
  • Page 387 Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedure described previously. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper fluid level. If readings are still 1. Locate the transmission dipstick inconsistent, contact the dealer. 5. Safe operating level is within the at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the compartment, on the passenger...
  • Page 388 system. Adding fluid will not correct Steps 1 8. When the engine air a leak. A fluid loss in this system cleaner/filter is removed, lightly If the vehicle has a diesel engine, could indicate a problem. Have the shake it to release loose dust and see Pickup Models under Engine system inspected and repaired.
  • Page 389 1. Locate the air cleaner/filter The cooling system allows the assembly. See engine to maintain the correct working temperature. Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by others to be burned. The air loosening the air duct clamp (3).
  • Page 390 An electric engine cooling fan can Heater and radiator hoses, and vehicle warranty. Always use start even when the engine is not other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant running. To avoid injury, always hot. Do not touch them. If you do, in the vehicle.
  • Page 391 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added. engine cooling parts. The repairs This mixture: Adding only plain water or some would not be covered by the other liquid to the cooling system Gives freezing protection down vehicle warranty.
  • Page 392 The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the You can be burned if you spill passenger side of the vehicle. See coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
  • Page 393 1. Remove the coolant surge tank mixture to the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling until the level reaches the FULL system, including the coolant COLD mark. the cap when the cooling system, surge tank pressure cap and 5.
  • Page 394 If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Running the engine without from the engine if you see or hear coolant may cause damage or a steam coming from it. Just turn it fire.
  • Page 395 If there is an engine overheat If the temperature overheat gauge is If there is no sign of steam, idle the warning, but no steam is seen or no longer in the overheat zone or an engine for five minutes while heard, the problem may not be too overheat warning no longer parked.
  • Page 396 increases as the clutch more fully fans will change to low speed when engages, so an increase in fan additional cooling is no longer noise may be heard. This is normal required. After driving in the overheated and should not be mistaken as the The electric engine cooling fans engine protection operating transmission slipping or making...
  • Page 397 5. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be between the It is not necessary to regularly When windshield washer fluid needs ADD and FULL marks. If necessary, check power steering fluid unless to be added, be sure to read the add only enough fluid to bring the there is a leak suspected in the...
  • Page 398 When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to adding water. a crash. When the brake wear Open the cap with the washer warning sound is heard, have the Fill the washer fluid tank only symbol on it.
  • Page 399 proper sequence to torque new, approved replacement parts. There are only two reasons why the specifications in If this is not done, the brakes might brake fluid level in the reservoir not work properly. For example, might go down: installing disc brake pads that are Brake linings should always be The brake fluid level goes down wrong for the vehicle, can change...
  • Page 400: Maintenance Schedule

    Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This If too much brake fluid is added, it helps keep dirt from entering the can spill on the engine and burn, reservoir. if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged.
  • Page 401 Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle be replaced. Do not let Battery posts, terminals, and charger. someone put in the wrong related accessories contain lead kind of fluid. and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to If brake fluid is spilled on the cause cancer and reproductive...
  • Page 402 1. Fill Plug 1. Fill Plug 1. Fill Plug 2. Drain Plug 2. Drain Plug 2. Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug (1) hole, located on the transfer case, some lubricant will need to be added.
  • Page 403 Refer to to determine how often to change the lubricant. Refer to determine what kind of lubricant to use. 1. Fill Plug 1. Fill Plug 2. Drain Plug 2. Drain Plug It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless a leak When the differential is cold, add is suspected, or an unusual noise is enough lubricant to raise the...
  • Page 404 All axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid during production. Refer to They are not filled to reach a certain level. When checking the fluid level determine what kind of lubricant on any axle, variations in the to use. readings can be caused by factory fill differences between the minimum and the maximum fluid volume.
  • Page 405 To get an accurate reading, the proper level is from 17 mm to Federal law prohibits the following vehicle should be on a level 21 mm (0.6 in to 0.8 in) below acts or the causing thereof: surface. the bottom of the fill plug hole, 1.
  • Page 406: Services

    3. For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine Removal or rendering engine speed in each gear. The vehicle should governor, if the vehicle has one, start only in P (Park) or inoperative so as to allow engine N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts speed to exceed manufacturer When you are doing this in any other position, contact...
  • Page 407 normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. While parked, and with the parking When you are doing this You or others could be injured brake set, try to turn the ignition to inspection, the vehicle could and property could be damaged.
  • Page 408 To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to Allowing the wiper arm to touch P (Park). Then release the the windshield when no wiper parking brake followed by the blade is installed could damage regular brake.
  • Page 409 Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact necessary, see your dealer.
  • Page 410 1. Open the hood. To replace the front fog lamp bulb: 2. Remove the headlamp bulb 1. Locate the fog lamp under the assembly cover by turning it front bumper. counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical 3. Turn the bulb socket connector from the fog lamp bulb counterclockwise to remove it assembly by pressing the...
  • Page 411 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws and pull rearward until disengaging the two outer pins on the taillamp assembly from the vehicle. 1. Stoplamp/Taillamp/Turn 1. Cargo Lamps 3. Turn the bulb socket Signal Lamp 2. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp counterclockwise to remove it 2.
  • Page 412 To replace one of these bulbs: 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out. Low-Beam H11 LL 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the Headlamp socket. License W5W LL Plate Lamp Stoplamp/Taillamp/ 7444 LL Turn Signal Lamp Stoplamp/Turn 1157 Back-up Lamp...
  • Page 413: Block

    headlamp wiring checked right away Look at the silver-colored band if the lamps go on and off or inside the fuse. If the band is broken remain off. or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
  • Page 414: Block (Left)

    Lift the cover to access the fuse block. Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. A fuse puller is available in the left instrument panel fuse block.
  • Page 415 Cooling Fan 2 Fuel Pump Power Trailer Brake Module Trailer Battery Upfitter Switch 1 Upfitter 2 Trailer Stop/Turn Front Wiper Lamps, Left Antilock Brake Antilock Brake Trailer Park Lamps System Valves System Pump Trailer Upfitter SW 2 Instrument Panel Back-up Lamp BEC 1 Upfitter SW 3 Trailer Stop/Turn...
  • Page 416 Air Conditioning Horn Transmission Compressor Clutch Control Module/ Fog Lamp Engine Control Heated Mirrors Oxygen Sensor A Module Upfitter 1 Engine Control Headlamps Center Module High-Mounted Interior Heater Stoplamp Spare Miscellaneous Fuel Pump Aeroshutter Ignition Upfitter 2 Front Washer Transmission Upfitter 3 Ignition Upfitter 4...
  • Page 417 Rear Window Defogger Engine Control Module Cooling Fan Clutch The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block.
  • Page 418 Accessory Power Outlet 2 SEO Retained Accessory Power Universal Garage Door Opener/Inside Rearview Mirror Body Control Module 3 Body Control Module 5 Driver Window Switch/Mirror Switch Spare Accessory Power Outlet Retained Accessory Power Accessory Power Outlet Battery Retained Accessory Power/Accessory The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
  • Page 419 Passive Entry Left Front Heated/ Discrete Logic Ignition Switch Passive Start/Heater, Cooled Seat Ventilation and Air Switch Backlighting Right Front Heated/ Conditioning Cooled Seats Body Control Spare Module 1 Spare Spare Spare Accessory Power Park Enable/ Outlet 1/Cigarette Spare Electrically Adjustable Lighter Heater, Ventilation Pedals...
  • Page 420 The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
  • Page 421: Rear Seats

    Rear Sliding Window Accessory Power Body Control Outlet 3 Module 2 Close Accessory Power SEO Battery 2 Outlet 4 AC Inverter Body Control Amplifier Module 4 Spare Body Control Rear Sliding Window Module 8 Rear Seat Right Door Window Motor Entertainment Front Blower Cargo Lamp...
  • Page 422 and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can cause a crash. If the tread Every new GM vehicle has is badly worn, high-quality tires made by a replace them. Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer. See the same danger as Replace any tires that the warranty manual for overloaded tires.
  • Page 423: Winter Tires

    Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires. designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased Winter tires with the same speed performance on most road surfaces...
  • Page 424 is noted when the tires are particular tire's width, height, inspected. See aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the occur when coming into contact Tire Size illustration later in this with road hazards like potholes, section for more detail. or sharp edged objects, or when Useful information about a tire is sliding into a curb.
  • Page 425: Tire Pressure

    proper inflation pressure. See The last four Tire digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, (01-52) and the last two digits, traction, and temperature the year.
  • Page 426 U.S. Department of The type Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in Original Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread. equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance The last four Maximum load that can criteria have a TPC specification digits of the TIN indicate the tire be carried and the maximum code molded onto the sidewall.
  • Page 427 would mean that the tire's sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide. A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter R means radial ply construction; the letter D means The United States version of a The United States version diagonal or bias ply...
  • Page 428 (LT-Metric) tire illustration, it (single/dual). The speed rating is A rubber coated layer of would mean that the tire's the maximum speed a tire is cords between the plies and the sidewall is 75 percent as high as certified to carry a load. tread.
  • Page 429 maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Gross Axle Weight and coolant, but without Rating for the rear axle. See load rating for a tire at the passengers and cargo. maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in The side of an asymmetrical tire The sum of curb...
  • Page 430 model name molding that is The portion of a tire tire's traction, temperature, and higher or deeper than the same between the tread and the bead. treadwear. Ratings are moldings on the other sidewall determined by tire of the tire. manufacturers using alphanumeric code assigned to government testing procedures.
  • Page 431 recommended inflation pressure. For additional information See Tire and Loading regarding how much weight the Information Label under vehicle can carry, and an Reduced fuel economy. example of the Tire and Loading Overinflated tires, or tires that Information label, see have too much air, can .
  • Page 432 Check the tire inflation pressure pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly when the tires are cold, meaning under-inflated. the vehicle has not been driven The Tire Pressure Monitor System for at least three hours or no Accordingly, when the low tire (TPMS) uses radio and sensor more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
  • Page 433 The TPMS malfunction indicator is located on the instrument cluster. combined with the low tire pressure If the warning light comes on, stop telltale. When the system detects a as soon as possible and inflate the malfunction, the telltale will flash for tires to the recommended pressure approximately one minute and then shown on the Tire and Loading...
  • Page 434 air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure. Tire sealant materials are not all The TPMS will not function properly A Tire and Loading Information label if one or more of the TPMS sensors the same.
  • Page 435 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
  • Page 436 4. If the vehicle has an uplevel 6. Start with the driver side 11. Turn the ignition switch to DIC, use the DIC controls on the front tire. LOCK/OFF. right side of the steering wheel 7. Place the relearn tool against 12.
  • Page 437 The tire has a bump, bulge, alignment. See or split. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of If your vehicle has dual rear the size or location of the wheels, also see damage.
  • Page 438: System

    Loading Information label after Lightly coat the center of the the tires have been rotated. See wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get grease on the flat wheel Check that all wheel nuts are mounting surface or on the properly tightened.
  • Page 439: Maintenance

    When the vehicle is new, If the vehicle is operated with a or whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, tire that is underinflated, the tire or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque after can overheat. An overheated tire 160, 1 600, and 10 000 km (100, can lose air suddenly or catch 1,000, and 6,000 mi) of driving.
  • Page 440 maintenance affect how fast aging Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire takes place. GM recommends that cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring tires, including the spare if may result in vibrations while performance. GM's TPC Spec equipped, be replaced after six driving.
  • Page 441 information on proper tire rotation. However, if it is necessary to replace only one resulting in a crash or other Using bias-ply tires on the axle set of worn tires, place the vehicle damage. Use the vehicle may cause the wheel new tires on the rear axle (two correct size, brand, and type rim flanges to develop cracks...
  • Page 442 The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire for the label level of performance and safety if sidewall between tread shoulder location and more information...
  • Page 443 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
  • Page 444 performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new required by law.
  • Page 445: Tires

    ground clearance, and tire or tire driven may be unknown. It could by the tire chains could cause you chain clearance to the body and fail suddenly and cause a crash. to lose control of the vehicle and chassis. When replacing wheels, use a you or others may be injured in a new GM original equipment crash.
  • Page 446 It is unusual for a tire to blowout If the vehicle does not have dual Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires wheels and has a tire size other permanent damage to the tire. are maintained properly.
  • Page 447 1. Set the parking brake firmly. changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could 2. Put an automatic be badly injured or killed if the transmission in P (Park) or a vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack manual transmission in is provided with the vehicle, only 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
  • Page 448 1. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel 1. Wheel Blocks Blocks 2. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit 2. Wheel Blocks 3. Tool Kit 3. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit 4. Jack 1. Wheel Blocks 4. Tool Kit 5. Jack Knob 2. Wing Nut Retaining Tool Kit 5.
  • Page 449 1. Turn the knob on the jack 1. Open the spare tire lock cover counterclockwise to lower the on the bumper and use the jack head to release the jack ignition key to remove the spare from its holder. tire lock (10). To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition 2.
  • Page 450 5. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (10) of the extension through the hole (9) in the rear bumper. 6. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle 1. Jack with some slack in the cable to Do not use the chiseled end of 2.
  • Page 451 1. Do a safety check before If the vehicle has a center cap If the wheel has a smooth center proceeding. See with wheel nut caps, the wheel cap, place the chisel end of the for more nut caps are designed to stay wheel wrench in the slot on the information.
  • Page 452 4. Position the jack under the Position the jack under the vehicle, as shown. If the flat tire vehicle, as shown. If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle is on the front of the vehicle (all (1500 models), position the jack other models), position the jack under the bracket attached to...
  • Page 453 5. If the flat tire is on the rear, for If a snow plow has been added 1500 models position the jack to the front of the vehicle, lower under the rear axle about 5 cm the snow plow fully before Raising the vehicle with the jack (2 in) inboard of the shock raising the vehicle.
  • Page 454 towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might remove all rust or dirt. come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 10.
  • Page 455 come off and cause a crash. Wheel nuts that are improperly or sequence and to the proper If any stud is damaged because incorrectly tightened can cause torque specification. See of a loose-running wheel, it could the wheels to become loose or Capacities and Specifications for be that all of the studs are come off.
  • Page 456 have a tire removed or serviced. Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. When reinstalling the regular wheel and tire, also reinstall either the Storing a jack, a tire, or other center cap, or bolt-on hub cap, equipment in the passenger depending on what the vehicle is compartment of the vehicle could...
  • Page 457 10. Hoist End of Extension Tool 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel. Tilt the wheel retainer plate down and through the center 4.
  • Page 458: Full-Size Spare Tire

    To store the jack and jack tools: 1. Put the tools (4) in the tool how to remove, install, or store a bag (5) and place them in the spare tire, see retaining bracket (3). 2. Tighten down the wing nut (3). If equipped with a temporary use full-size spare tire, it is indicated on 3.
  • Page 459 Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced and installed For more information about the back onto the vehicle as soon as four-wheel drive when a different vehicle battery, see possible so the spare tire will be size spare tire is installed on the available in case it is needed again.
  • Page 460 begin that, especially in cold before setting the parking brake. weather, you may not be able to If you have a four-wheel-drive get enough power from a single vehicle, be sure the transfer Ignoring these steps could result battery in another vehicle to start case is in a drive gear, not in in costly damage to the vehicle your diesel engine.
  • Page 461 5. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine terminal locations on that battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly. Keep vehicle.
  • Page 462 too. And do not connect the 8. Do not let the other end touch negative ( ) cable to the metal. Connect it to the negative ( ) terminal on the positive (+) terminal of the good dead battery because this can battery.
  • Page 463 If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
  • Page 464: Towing

    Consult your dealer or a Here are some important things to professional towing service if the consider before recreational vehicle disabled vehicle must be towed. towing: To tow the vehicle behind another What is the towing capacity of vehicle for recreational purposes, the towing vehicle? Be sure to Incorrectly towing a disabled such as behind a motor home, see...
  • Page 465 Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. See your dealer for the procedure to tow this vehicle. If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is drivetrain components could be...
  • Page 466 3. Firmly set the parking brake. warranty. Never tow the vehicle 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). with the rear wheels on the ground. 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on 6.
  • Page 467 washed. This could cause damage that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. products can be obtained from If using an automatic car wash, your dealer. Follow all follow with the car wash manufacturer directions regarding instructions. The windshield wiper correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory.
  • Page 468 repaired. Foreign materials such as The bright metal moldings on the calcium chloride and other salts, ice vehicle are aluminum. To prevent melting agents, road oil and tar, tree damage always follow these Machine compounding or sap, bird droppings, chemicals from cleaning instructions: aggressive polishing on a industrial chimneys, etc., can...
  • Page 469 rinse the bedliner surface following emblems, decals and stripes. Follow a chemical spill to avoid permanent instructions under "Washing the damage. Vehicle" previously in this section. Failure to clean lamps properly Spray-in bedliners can fade from Lamp covers are made of plastic, can cause damage to the lamp oxidation, road dirt, heavy-duty and some have a UV protective...
  • Page 470 Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. Chrome wheels and other chrome detergent. Wash the windshield trim may be damaged if the thoroughly when cleaning the vehicle is not washed after driving blades.
  • Page 471 Control arm ball joints on washing system can do this. If not 1500 series vehicles are removed, rust and corrosion can maintenance-free. develop. automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Damage could occur If the vehicle is damaged and and the repairs would not be Lubrication of applicable Steering/ requires sheet metal repair or...
  • Page 472 Never use a brush with stiff Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the Never rub any surface and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive causing blotchy, ring-shaped permanent damage.
  • Page 473 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Rotate the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use to a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive prevent forcing the soil in to the...
  • Page 474 these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a of leather or soft trim and are not microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. recommended. Use a soft microfiber cloth Before wiping the surface with the dampened with water to remove microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle dust and loose dirt.
  • Page 475: Safety Belts

    Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage: Keep belts clean and dry. The original equipment floor Pull up on the rear of the driver side mats were designed for your floor mat to unlock each retainer vehicle. If the floor mats need and remove.
  • Page 503: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
  • Page 504: Vehicle Identification

    If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's...
  • Page 505 Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
  • Page 506 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience is a one-stop resource Roadside Assistance: that allows interaction with...
  • Page 507 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives. Use the Vehicle Tools section.
  • Page 508 Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. driven on a non-public road or nearest Chevrolet dealer for Chevrolet and General Motors of highway. warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to was in a crash and cannot be make any changes or discontinue driven.
  • Page 509 restricted. Propane and other to Roadside Assistance. If your dealer requests you to bring fuels are not provided through Mechanical failures may be the vehicle for service, you are this service. covered, however any cost for urged to do so as early in the work parts and labor for repairs not day as possible to allow for Vehicle...
  • Page 510: Agreements

    furnished with each new vehicle Rental reimbursement will be limited provides detailed warranty coverage and must be supported by original information. receipts. This requires that you sign If the vehicle requires overnight and complete a rental agreement warranty repairs, and public and meet state/provincial, local, and transportation is used instead of rental vehicle provider requirements.
  • Page 511 ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 512 Vehicle Identification Many insurance policies provide Number (VIN). reduced protection to the GM If there has been an injury, call vehicle by limiting compensation for Insurance company and policy emergency services for help. Do not damage repairs through the use of number.
  • Page 513 original GM parts. Remember, In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, recycled parts will not be covered by Owner Manual, and Warranty the GM vehicle warranty. Manual. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, RETAIL SELL PRICE: but you must live with the repair. $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Service Manuals have the diagnosis Depending on your policy limits,...
  • Page 514 Or write to: To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Helm, Incorporated toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: Attention: Customer Service 1-800-424-9153); go to 47911 Halyard Drive or write to: Plymouth, MI 48170 Administrator, NHTSA Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
  • Page 515 Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center If you live in Canada, and you P.O. Box 33170 The vehicle has a number of believe that the vehicle has a safety Detroit, MI 48232-5170 computers that record information...
  • Page 516 These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or event data recorder (EDR).
  • Page 517 OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal If the vehicle is equipped with a system security, as well as in Communications Commission (FCC)
  • Page 519: Onstar Overview

    Press Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency ....14-2 Navigation voice commands.
  • Page 520 Get help for an emergency. Be a Good Samaritan or OnStar navigation requires the respond to an AMBER Alert. Directions and Connections Get assistance in severe service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, weather or other crisis and the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or evacuation routes.
  • Page 521 2. Say Repeat. System responds After the call ends, press the Go with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to responds with OnStar ready, begin driving directions. then a tone. If directions are downloaded to the 1.
  • Page 522 Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press . System responds: ® mobile app to select Apple OnStar ready, followed by 1. Press . System responds: ® Android , and BlackBerry devices a tone. OnStar ready. to check vehicle fuel level, oil life, 2.
  • Page 523: Vehicle Checks

    Automatic Crash Response, Press and say Minutes then Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Verify to check how many minutes Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle remain and their expiration date. Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn eligibility information. The Advisor Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will can assist in canceling or removing...
  • Page 524 to function properly. These systems vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a system can provide in-vehicle may not operate if the battery is crash, or wireless phone network access to all of the OnStar services, discharged or disconnected. congestion or jamming. except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
  • Page 525 change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar Roadside Assistance and a route or may ask for a call back and provide the Advisor with the locksmith to help gain access to the after the vehicle is driven into an current number. vehicle.
  • Page 526 THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF The OnStar system is integrated ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT vehicle. Do not add any electrical libcurl and unzip software. Below LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES equipment.
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  • Page 528 2. Redistributions in binary form 3. Altered versions including, but MacZip without the explicit (compiled executables) must not limited to, ports to new permission of Info-ZIP. Such reproduce the above copyright operating systems, existing ports altered versions are further notice, definition, disclaimer, and with new graphical interfaces, prohibited from this list of conditions in...

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