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Chevrolet 2011 Silverado 2500 Used Truck manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual
Chevrolet 2011 Silverado 2500 Owner's Manual (589 pages)
Chevrolet 2011 Silverado 2500 Automobile Owner's Manual
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Table of Contents
Contents
1
Danger, Warnings and Cautions
4
Symbols
4
Vehicle Symbol Chart
5
Head Restraints
7
In Brief
7
Initial Drive Information
7
Interior Lighting
7
Radio
7
Instrument Panel
8
Initial Drive Information
14
Remote Keyless Entry System
14
Canceling a Remote Start
15
Climate Control Systems
15
Door Locks
15
Remote Vehicle Start
15
Starting the Vehicle
15
Power Sliding Rear Window
16
Power Windows
16
Front Seats
17
Manual Seats
17
Power Seats
17
Seat Adjustment
17
Manual Lumbar
18
Power Lumbar
18
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
19
Memory Features
19
Power Reclining Seatbacks
19
Easy Exit Driver Seat
20
Heated Seats
20
Storing Memory Positions
20
Head Restraint Adjustment
21
Safety Belt
21
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
21
Exterior Mirrors
22
Manual Foldaway Mirrors
22
Mirror Adjustment
22
Power Foldaway Mirrors
22
Interior Mirror
23
Steering Wheel Adjustment
23
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
23
Dome Lamp Override
24
Dome Lamps
24
Interior Lighting
24
Reading Lamps
24
Exterior Lighting
25
Windshield Wiper/Washer
25
Climate Control System
26
Climate Controls
26
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
28
Range Selection Mode
28
Transmission
28
Electronic Transfer Case
29
Four-Wheel Drive
29
Manual Transfer Case
29
Transfer Case Buttons
29
Automatic Transfer Case
30
Radio
31
Rear Seats
31
Vehicle Features
31
Satellite Radio
32
Setting the Clock
32
Storing Radio Stations
32
Bluetooth
33
Phone
33
Portable Audio Devices
33
Steering Wheel Controls
33
Drive Information Center (DIC)
34
Navigation System
34
Cruise Control
35
Vehicle Customization
35
Vehicle Features
35
Power Outlets
36
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
36
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
36
Extended Cab
37
Sunroof
37
Universal Remote System
37
Crew Cab
38
Performance and Maintenance
38
Stabilitrak System
38
Maintenance
39
Tire Pressure Monitor
39
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
40
Engine Oil Life System
40
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
40
Resetting the Oil Life System
40
Onstar
41
Roadside Assistance Program
41
Scheduled Maintenance
41
Electrical System
42
How Onstar Service Works
42
Onstar Steering Wheel Control
43
Keys, Doors and Windows
45
Keys
46
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
47
Battery Replacement
48
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
48
Remote Start Ready
51
Power Door Locks
52
Automatic Door Locks
53
Delayed Locking
53
Lockout Protection
53
Safety Locks
53
Rear Doors
54
Tailgate
55
Anti-Theft Alarm System
56
Vehicle Security
56
Testing the Alarm
57
Immobilizer Operation
58
Convex Mirrors
59
Manual Mirrors
60
Power Mirrors
60
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
60
Folding Mirrors
61
Power Foldaway
61
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors
61
Automatic Dimming
62
Heated Mirrors
62
Manual Foldaway
62
Turn Signal Indicator
62
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
63
Interior Mirrors
63
Manual Rearview Mirror
63
Park Tilt Mirrors
63
Manual Windows
64
Express-Down Windows
65
Window Lockout
65
Head Restraints
70
Split Bench or Bucket Seat
71
Folding the Bench Seat
72
Center Seat
73
Power Seat Adjustment
73
Memory Remote Recall
74
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Pedals
74
Lumbar Adjustment
75
Reclining Seatbacks
77
Heated Front Seats
79
Seatback Latches
79
Folding the Rear Seat
80
Safety Belts
82
Why Safety Belts Work
83
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
85
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
85
Lap-Shoulder Belt
91
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
93
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
94
Safety Belt Pretenstioners
94
Lap Belts
96
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
96
Safety Belt Extender
97
Safety System Check
97
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
98
Safety Belt Care
98
Airbag System
99
Where Are the Airbags?
101
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
102
Airbag On-Off Switch
107
Passenger Sensing System
110
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
113
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant
114
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
115
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
116
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
116
Airbag System Check
118
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
118
Child Restraints
119
Older Children
119
Infants and Young Children
121
Child Restraint Systems
123
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
124
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
125
Where to Put the Restraint
125
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
127
Lower Anchors
128
Top Tether Anchor
128
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
129
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
132
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash
136
Securing Child Restraints
136
With Airbag off Switch
142
Armrest Storage
149
Cupholders
149
Instrument Panel Storage
149
Storage Compartments
149
Center Console Storage
150
Table of Contents
151
Airbag System
151
Doors
151
Instruments and Controls
151
Keys and Locks
151
Safety Belts
151
Instruments and Controls
152
Steering Wheel Controls
153
Horn
155
Windshield Wiper/Washer
155
Windows
156
Compass
156
Clock
158
Power Outlets
160
Cigarette Lighter
161
Ashtrays
162
Steering Wheel Adjustment
152
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
162
Instrument Cluster
163
Speedometer
166
Trip Odometer
166
Engine Hour Meter Display
166
Tachometer
167
Fuel Gauge
167
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
168
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
169
Voltmeter Gauge
170
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
171
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
171
Safety Belt Reminders
171
Airbag Readiness Light
172
Airbag On-Off Light
173
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
175
Charging System Light
176
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
177
Brake System Warning Light
179
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
179
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
180
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
181
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light
181
Tow/Haul Mode Light
181
Engine Oil Pressure Light
182
Tire Pressure Light
182
Front Fog Lamp Light
183
High-Beam on Light
183
Low Fuel Warning Light
183
Security Light
183
Cruise Control Light
184
Driver Information Center (DIC)
184
Information Displays
184
DIC Buttons
185
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
185
Fuel Range
186
Average Economy
187
Timer
187
Transmission Temperature
187
Vehicle Information Menu Items (with DIC Buttons)
188
Tire Pressure
189
Trailer Gain and Output
189
Units
189
Compass Recalibration
190
Compass Zone Setting
190
Engine Hours
190
Language
191
Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items
191
Battery Low Start Vehicle
193
Battery Voltage and Charging
193
Vehicle Messages
193
Brake System Messages
194
Service Battery Charging System
194
Service Brakes Soon
194
Door Ajar Messages
195
Driver Door Open
195
Hood Open
195
Left Rear Door Open
195
Engine Cooling System Messages
196
Engine Overheated Idle Engine
196
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
196
Right Rear Door Open
196
Change Engine Oil Soon
197
Engine Oil Hot Idle Engine
197
Engine Oil Messages
197
Engine Power Messages
197
Fuel System Messages
198
Key and Lock Messages
198
Lamp Messages
198
Object Detection System Messages
198
Ride Control System Messages
199
Service Park Assist
199
Service Traction Control
199
Stabilitrak off
199
Airbag System Messages
200
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages
200
Starting the Vehicle Messages
200
Traction Control off
200
Service Tire Monitor System
201
Tire Learning Active
201
Tire Low Add Air to Tire
201
Tire Messages
201
Transmission Hot Idle Engine
202
Transmission Messages
202
Vehicle Reminder Messages
202
Ice Possible Drive with Care
203
Vehicle Personalization
203
Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid
203
Washer Fluid Messages
203
Display Language
204
Entering the Feature Settings Menu
204
Feature Settings Menu Items
204
Auto Door Lock
205
Auto Door Unlock
205
Remote Door Lock
206
Remote Door Unlock
206
Approach Lighting
208
Chime Volume
208
Easy Exit Recall
209
Easy Exit Setup
209
Exit Feature Settings
210
Factory Settings
210
Memory Seat Recall
210
Exiting the Feature Settings Menu
211
Universal Remote System Programming
211
Programming Universal Home Remote
213
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
216
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
216
Universal Remote System Operation
216
Exterior Lamp Controls
217
Exterior Lamps off Reminder
219
Flash-To-Pass
219
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
219
Automatic Headlamp System
220
Daytime Running Lamps
220
Hazard Warning Flashers
221
Fog Lamps
222
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
222
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
223
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
223
Interior Lamp
223
Cargo Lamp
224
Battery Load Management
225
Entry Lighting
225
Exit Lighting
225
Lighting Features
225
Battery Power Protection
226
Infotainment System
227
Navigation/Radio System
228
Theft-Deterrent Feature
228
Radios with CD and DVD
230
Setting the Tone
231
Using the Radio
231
Adjusting the Speakers
233
Radio Messages
233
AM-FM Radio
234
Finding a Station
234
Radio Data System (RDS)
234
Setting Preset Stations
235
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
235
Finding a Category (CAT) Station
236
XM Satellite Radio Service
236
Adding and Removing Catergories
237
Storing an XM Channel as a Favorite
237
Storing XM Channels
237
XM Radio Messages
238
Cellular Phone Usage
239
FM Stereo
239
Radio Reception
239
Audio Players
240
Fixed Mast Antenna
240
Satellite Radio Antenna
240
Care of Cds
241
Ejecting a CD
241
Inserting a CD
241
Playing a CD
242
Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs
243
Format
243
MP3-Supported Files
243
CD-R- or CD-RW-Supported File and Folder Structure
244
File System and Naming
244
Order of Play
244
Root Directory
244
Playing an MP3
245
Care of the CD and DVD Player
247
CD Player Messages
247
Audio Output
248
Care of Cds and Dvds
248
Inserting a Disc
248
Ejecting a Disc
249
MP3-And WMA-Supported Files
250
No Folder
252
Using the DVD Player
254
Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-V
256
Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A
257
CD/DVD Player Messages
258
Stopping and Resuming Playback
258
Auxiliary Devices
259
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
259
Connecting a USB Storage Device or Ipod
260
USB Support
260
Using the USB Port
260
Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
261
Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod
261
Parental Control
264
Rear Seat Entertainment System
264
Rear Seat Infotainment
264
Headphones
265
Audio/Video Jacks
266
Changing the RSE Video Screen Settings
267
Remote Control
268
Video Screen
268
Remote Control Buttons
269
DVD Display Error Messages
272
Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console
273
Cleaning the Video Screen
273
DVD Distortion
273
Rear Seat Audio System
273
Phone
275
Voice Recognition
275
Bluetooth Controls
276
Pairing
276
Connecting to a Different Phone
277
Deleting a Paired Phone
277
Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers
278
Using the "Delete" Command
278
Using the "Digit Store" Command
278
Using the "Store" Command
278
Listing Stored Numbers
279
Making a Call
279
Using the "Digit Dial" Command
279
Using the "List" Command
279
Call Waiting
280
Receiving a Call
280
Three-Way Calling
280
Using the "Re-Dial" Command
280
Muting a Call
281
Transferring a Call
281
Voice Pass-Thru
281
Clearing the System
282
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones
282
Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call
282
Climate Control Systems
283
Rear Window Defogger
285
Automatic Operation
288
Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Controls
288
Manual Operation
289
Sensors
292
Air Vents
293
Driving and Operating
295
Defensive Driving
296
Driving Information
296
Braking
297
Control of a Vehicle
297
Power Steering
298
Steering Tips
298
Off-Road Recovery
299
Steering in Emergencies
299
Loss of Control
300
Skidding
300
Before You Go Off-Roading
301
Off-Road Driving
301
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
302
Roof
302
Environmental Concerns
303
Travelling to Remote Areas
303
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
304
Scanning the Terrain
304
Driving on Hills
305
Approaching a Hill
306
Driving Uphill
306
Driving Downhill
308
Driving Across an Incline
309
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
310
Stalling on an Incline
310
Driving in Water
311
After Off-Road Driving
312
Driving on Wet Roads
312
Hydroplaning
312
Highway Hypnosis
313
Hill and Mountain Roads
313
Blizzard Conditions
314
Driving on Snow or Ice
314
Winter Driving
314
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
316
Recovery Hooks
316
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
316
Vehicle Load Limits
317
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
318
Tire and Loading Information Label
318
Certification/Tire Label
320
Child Restraints
322
Two-Tiered Loading
322
Add-On Equipment
323
Loading Points
323
Truck-Camper Loading Information
324
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
326
New Vehicle Break-In
326
Starting and Operating
326
Ignition Positions
327
Automatic Transmission
329
Manual Transmission
329
Retained Accessory Power
329
Starting the Engine
329
Starting Procedure
330
Engine Coolant Heater
331
Fast Idle System
331
Shifting into Park
332
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
332
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
333
Jump Starting
334
Shifting out of Park
334
Torque Lock
334
Active Fuel Management
335
Parking
335
Parking over Things that Burn
335
Engine Exhaust
336
Running the Vehicle While Parked
336
Automatic Transmission
337
Towing
339
Manual Mode
341
Low Traction Mode
342
Tow/Haul Mode
343
Grade Braking
344
Cruise Grade Braking
345
Manual Transmission
345
Shift Speeds
346
Drive Systems
347
Recommended Transfer Case Settings
348
Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive High to Four-Wheel Drive High
350
Shifting in or out of Four-Wheel Drive Low
351
Shifting in or out of Neutral
351
Recommended Transfer Case Setting
352
Shifting into Two-Wheel Drive High
353
Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low
354
Shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive Low
354
Shifting into Neutral
355
Shifting out of Neutral
356
Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive High of AUTO
358
Antilock Brake System
361
Brakes
361
Using ABS
361
Braking in Emergencies
362
Parking Brake
362
Brake Assist
363
Hill Start Assist
364
Ride Control Systems
364
Information
365
Traction Control Operation
366
Cruise Control
367
Locking Rear Axle
367
Resuming a Set Speed
368
Setting Cruise Control
368
Ending Cruise Control
369
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
369
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
369
Using Cruise Control on Hills
369
Object Detection Systems
370
Turning the Rear Vision Camera System off or on
372
Vehicles Without Navigation System
372
Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen
373
Turning the Rear Vision Camera System on or off
373
Vehicles with Navigation System
373
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages
374
Rear Vision Camera Location
374
Disconnecting the Rear Vision Camera
375
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
376
Fuel
377
Vehicle Identification
377
California Fuel Requirements
378
Gasoline Specifications
378
Recommended Fuel
378
Fuel Additives
379
Fuels in Foreign Countries
379
Filling the Tank
382
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
383
Control (TSC)
384
Driving Characteristic and Towing Tips
384
Equipment
384
General Towing Information
384
Pulling a Trailer
384
Driving with a Trailer
385
Following Distance
385
Backing up
386
Driving on Grades
386
Making Turns
386
Passing
386
Parking on Hills
387
Leaving after Parking on a Hill
388
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
388
Trailer Towing
388
Weight of the Trailer
389
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
403
Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
404
Hitches
405
Towing Equipment
405
Weight of the Trailering Combination
405
Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment
405
Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering
406
Safety Chains
406
Auxiliary Battery
407
Basic Trailer Wiring
407
Trailer Brakes
407
Trailer Wiring Harness
407
Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring Package
408
Heavy-Dutytrailer Wiring Harness Package
408
Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions
409
Integrated Trailer Brake Control System
410
Trailer Brake Control Panel
412
Trailer Brake DIC Display Page
412
Manual Trailer Brake Apply
414
Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure
414
Add-On Electrical Equipment
417
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
417
Conversions and Add-Ons
417
Trailer Sway Control
417
Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions
420
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
421
Vehicle Care
423
Accessories and Modifications
425
General Information
425
Vehicle Checks
426
Hood
427
Engine Compartment Overview
428
Checking Engine Oil
429
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
430
When to Add Engine Oil
430
Cold Temperature Operation
431
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
431
When to Change Engine Oil
431
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
432
What to Do with Used Oil
432
Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission)
433
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
433
When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
433
Checking the Fluid Level
434
Consistency of Readings
435
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
435
Automatic Transmission Fluid
436
Cold Check Procedure
437
Hot Check Procedure
438
Hydraulic Clutch
439
Manual Transmission Fluid
439
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
440
How to Check and Add Fluid
440
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
440
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
440
Cooling System
441
Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
441
Engine Coolant
442
Checking Coolant
444
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines
444
Engine Overheating
446
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
447
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
447
Engine Fan
448
Operating Mode
448
Overheated Engine Protection
448
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
449
Power Steering Fluid
449
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
449
Adding Washer Fluid
450
Washer Fluid
450
Brake Adjustment
451
Brake Pedal Travel
451
Brake Fluid
452
Replacing Brake System Parts
452
Checking Brake Fluid
453
Battery
454
Transfer Case
454
Vehicle Storage
454
When to Change Lubricant
455
Front Axle
456
How to Check Lubricant
456
When to Check and Change Lubricant
456
Rear Axle
457
Noise Control System
458
Starter Switch Check
459
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
460
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
460
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
461
Wiper Blade Replacement
461
Glass Replacement
462
Headlamp Aiming
462
Bulb Replacement
465
Halogen Bulbs
465
Headlamps
465
Pick-Up Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps
466
Taillamps
466
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp and Cargo Lamp
467
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
467
License Plate Lamp
468
Electrical System
469
Electrical System Overload
469
Headlamp Wiring
469
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
470
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
470
Windshield Wipers
470
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
474
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
476
Top View
476
Wheels and Tires
477
20-Inch Tires
478
Tire Sidewall Labeling
478
Aspect Ratio
481
Rim Diameter
481
Tire Designations
481
Tire Size
481
Tire Terminology and Definitions
482
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
487
Tire Pressure Monitor System
487
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
489
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
490
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
491
Tire Inspection
493
Tire Rotation
493
Dual Tire Rotation
495
When It Is Time for New Tires
496
Different Size Tires and Wheels
499
Treadwear
500
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
500
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
501
Wheel Replacement
502
If a Tire Goes Flat
503
Tire Chains
503
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
505
Tire Changing
505
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
508
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
514
Full-Size Spare Tire
517
Jump Starting
518
Recreational Vehicle Towing
523
Towing the Vehicle
523
Dinghy Towing
524
Dolly Towing
525
Appearance Care
528
Exterior Care
528
Washing the Vehicle
528
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
529
Finish Care
529
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
530
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
530
Windshield and Wiper Blades
530
Sheet Metal Damage
531
Chemical Paint Spotting
532
Finish Damage
532
Underbody Maintenance
532
Interior Care
533
Fabric/Carpet
534
Instrument Panel, Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces
535
Leather
535
Floor Mats
536
Service and Maintenance
537
Scheduled Maintenance
538
When to Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays
538
Every Engine Oil Change
539
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
544
Maintenance Replacement Parts
547
Engine Identification
551
Technical Data
551
Vehicle Identification
551
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
551
Engine Drive Belt Routing
556
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