Owner's Manual
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... Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-8 Vehicle Features ...1-25 Performance and Maintenance ...1-32 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-11 Exterior Mirrors ...2-14 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-18 Roof ...2-20 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-12 Airbag System ...3-29 Child Restraints ...3-47 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges...
... Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-8 Vehicle Features ...1-25 Performance and Maintenance ...1-32 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-11 Exterior Mirrors ...2-14 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-18 Roof ...2-20 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-11 Safety Belts ...3-12 Airbag System ...3-29 Child Restraints ...3-47 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges...
Owner's Manual
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-41 Bulb Replacement ...10-43 Electrical System ...10-47 Wheels and Tires ...10-55 Jump Starting ...10-94 Towing ...10-99 Appearance Care ...10-104 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-8 Maintenance Records ...11-12 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information...
2011 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-41 Bulb Replacement ...10-43 Electrical System ...10-47 Wheels and Tires ...10-55 Jump Starting ...10-94 Towing ...10-99 Appearance Care ...10-104 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-8 Maintenance Records ...11-12 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information...
Owner's Manual
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...® System ...1-32 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-33 Engine Oil Life System ...1-33 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-34 Driving for Passenger Airbag ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-22 1-23 1-25 1-26 1-26 1-27 1-27 1-28 1-28 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ... In...
...® System ...1-32 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-33 Engine Oil Life System ...1-33 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-34 Driving for Passenger Airbag ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-22 1-23 1-25 1-26 1-26 1-27 1-27 1-28 1-28 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ... In...
Owner's Manual
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...;Speed Button) (If Equipped). H. See Trailer Towing on page 10‑5. K. N. Shift Lever. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Hood on page 9‑89. M. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. E. L. C. B. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 7‑1. F. Infotainment on page 6‑6. Hood Release. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑12. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑32. See Automatic Transmission...
...;Speed Button) (If Equipped). H. See Trailer Towing on page 10‑5. K. N. Shift Lever. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Hood on page 9‑89. M. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. E. L. C. B. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 7‑1. F. Infotainment on page 6‑6. Hood Release. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑12. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑32. See Automatic Transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). 1-7 Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 6‑6. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 8‑5 (If Equipped). F. S. See Trailer Towing on page 5‑4. N. Horn on page 9‑89. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 5‑9. E. Power Outlets...
... Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). 1-7 Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 6‑6. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 8‑5 (If Equipped). F. S. See Trailer Towing on page 5‑4. N. Horn on page 9‑89. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 5‑9. E. Power Outlets...
Owner's Manual
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... control system may come on. Remote Vehicle Start With this feature the engine can be found later in this owner manual. Starting the Vehicle 1. See Vehicle Personalization (with DIC Buttons) on page 2‑3. Press K again within three seconds to unlock the driver door. K: Q: 2. The doors will turn signal lamps flash. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. Press L and hold / until the turn on and remain on your specific vehicle...
... control system may come on. Remote Vehicle Start With this feature the engine can be found later in this owner manual. Starting the Vehicle 1. See Vehicle Personalization (with DIC Buttons) on page 2‑3. Press K again within three seconds to unlock the driver door. K: Q: 2. The doors will turn signal lamps flash. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. Press L and hold / until the turn on and remain on your specific vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle. See Trailer-Tow Mirrors on page 2‑17 for a clearer view of lights from behind the vehicle. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Interior Mirror Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to extend it for nighttime use and pull it for daytime use . Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on page 2‑15. Press either (A) or (B) again to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Push the mirror...
... vehicle. See Trailer-Tow Mirrors on page 2‑17 for a clearer view of lights from behind the vehicle. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Interior Mirror Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted to extend it for nighttime use and pull it for daytime use . Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls located on page 2‑15. Press either (A) or (B) again to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Push the mirror...
Owner's Manual
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Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Doors Rear Doors (Extended Cab) ...2-9 Tailgate ...2-10 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...2-11 Anti-theft Alarm System ...2-11 Immobilizer ...2-12 Immobilizer ...
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Doors Rear Doors (Extended Cab) ...2-9 Tailgate ...2-10 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...2-11 Anti-theft Alarm System ...2-11 Immobilizer ...2-12 Immobilizer ...
Owner's Manual
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...Keys, Doors and Windows Open the tailgate by lifting up , pull it back towards you . Do not allow for more information. 1. Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips. People riding on page 9‑74 for different loading situations. Someone may result in response to assist with a Rear Vision Camera, it latches. On vehicles... Be sure everyone in a seat and using a safety belt properly. On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is in your vehicle is operated at low speeds. Lift the clip over the bolt, and push the cable forward...
...Keys, Doors and Windows Open the tailgate by lifting up , pull it back towards you . Do not allow for more information. 1. Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips. People riding on page 9‑74 for different loading situations. Someone may result in response to assist with a Rear Vision Camera, it latches. On vehicles... Be sure everyone in a seat and using a safety belt properly. On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is in your vehicle is operated at low speeds. Lift the clip over the bolt, and push the cable forward...
Owner's Manual
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... flash, check to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the ignition. The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are closed. To avoid setting off . If you use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter. The horn fuse may be started with the key or the manual door lock. To replace the fuse, see your dealer for service. Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page...
... flash, check to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the ignition. The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are closed. To avoid setting off . If you use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter. The horn fuse may be started with the key or the manual door lock. To replace the fuse, see your dealer for service. Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle has dual stage airbags. For seat‐mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags, deployment is about to a vehicle or because of what the vehicle hits, the angle of the driver seat (all models), and on crew cab and extended cab models the right front passenger seat on light duty models only. The vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which enable the sensing system to severe side crashes. Seat‐mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags...
... vehicle has dual stage airbags. For seat‐mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags, deployment is about to a vehicle or because of what the vehicle hits, the angle of the driver seat (all models), and on crew cab and extended cab models the right front passenger seat on light duty models only. The vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which enable the sensing system to severe side crashes. Seat‐mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags...
Owner's Manual
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... flash, then turn the f knob to start the compass calibration. The DIC display will then return to turn the radio on . 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to the previous menu. 5-7 Clock AM-FM Radio and AM‐FM Radio with a Single CD or a Single CD and DVD Player To adjust the time and date...
... flash, then turn the f knob to start the compass calibration. The DIC display will then return to turn the radio on . 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to the previous menu. 5-7 Clock AM-FM Radio and AM‐FM Radio with a Single CD or a Single CD and DVD Player To adjust the time and date...
Owner's Manual
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...29 Fast Idle System ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-35 9-36 9-36 9-37 9-38 9-39 9-39 9-40 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist (Except With 4.3L V6 Engine) ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-63 9-64 9-66 9-66 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak® System ...9-67 Locking Rear Axle ...9-69 Cruise Control ...9-69 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-40 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-41...
...29 Fast Idle System ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-35 9-36 9-36 9-37 9-38 9-39 9-39 9-40 Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...Parking Brake ...Brake Assist (Except With 4.3L V6 Engine) ...Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-63 9-64 9-66 9-66 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak® System ...9-67 Locking Rear Axle ...9-69 Cruise Control ...9-69 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-40 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-41...
Owner's Manual
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... drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Off-roading can remove the front fascia lower air dam. Have all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in the area. Vehicles without four-wheel drive and vehicles with 20‐inch tire/wheel assemblies should be, and that you can be slippery, rough, uphill, or downhill. Surfaces can be affected by 2 bolts and...
... drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Off-roading can remove the front fascia lower air dam. Have all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in the area. Vehicles without four-wheel drive and vehicles with 20‐inch tire/wheel assemblies should be, and that you can be slippery, rough, uphill, or downhill. Surfaces can be affected by 2 bolts and...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel cap can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance. We recommend against the use fuel containing methanol. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Notice: This vehicle was not designed for service. Do not use of additive required to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by General Motors. Fuels containing MMT can use only the unleaded gasoline described under the vehicle warranty...
... fuel cap can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance. We recommend against the use fuel containing methanol. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Notice: This vehicle was not designed for service. Do not use of additive required to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by General Motors. Fuels containing MMT can use only the unleaded gasoline described under the vehicle warranty...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in proper working condition. 2. A TRAILER CONNECTED message will come on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. See Vehicle Load Limits on the DIC. The Trailer Brake Display Page will appear on the DIC will not clear the six dashed lines. 4. A trailer that is no error present. 9-114 Driving and Operating Use the following procedure to the vehicle and make all necessary mechanical and electrical...
... vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in proper working condition. 2. A TRAILER CONNECTED message will come on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. See Vehicle Load Limits on the DIC. The Trailer Brake Display Page will appear on the DIC will not clear the six dashed lines. 4. A trailer that is no error present. 9-114 Driving and Operating Use the following procedure to the vehicle and make all necessary mechanical and electrical...
Owner's Manual
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...Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets 26 Fuses 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Usage Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage 10-53 Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel...
...Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets 26 Fuses 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Usage Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage 10-53 Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... improper service. When new, the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with the same TPC Spec rating. If the tires have a different size spare than the road tires originally installed on all wheels. Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires. Use the correct size, brand, and type of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system...
... improper service. When new, the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with the same TPC Spec rating. If the tires have a different size spare than the road tires originally installed on all wheels. Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires. Use the correct size, brand, and type of the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system...
Owner's Manual
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.... Service and Maintenance Once a Month . . 11-5 Tire inflation pressures check. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10‑69. Vehicles used to be replaced. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑39. Underbody flushing service. Accelerator pedal check for kinks and proper installation. Four‐wheel drive only: Transfer case fluid change (extreme duty service) for farming, mining, forestry, Department of debris. First Engine Oil Change After...
.... Service and Maintenance Once a Month . . 11-5 Tire inflation pressures check. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10‑69. Vehicles used to be replaced. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑39. Underbody flushing service. Accelerator pedal check for kinks and proper installation. Four‐wheel drive only: Transfer case fluid change (extreme duty service) for farming, mining, forestry, Department of debris. First Engine Oil Change After...
Owner's Manual
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...) ...9-66 Hood ...10-5 Horn ...5-4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-16 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-19 i-7 J Jump Starting ...10-94 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-45 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 I Idle System Fast ...9-35 Ignition Positions ...9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-39 Immobilizer ...2-12 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-50 Infotainment ...7-1 Instrument Cluster ...5-12 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...4-1 Introduction ...iii L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...10-56 Lamp Messages ...5-45 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp...
...) ...9-66 Hood ...10-5 Horn ...5-4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-16 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-19 i-7 J Jump Starting ...10-94 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-45 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-3 Keys ...2-2 I Idle System Fast ...9-35 Ignition Positions ...9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-39 Immobilizer ...2-12 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...3-50 Infotainment ...7-1 Instrument Cluster ...5-12 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...4-1 Introduction ...iii L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...10-56 Lamp Messages ...5-45 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp...