Owner Manual
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...and 3500HD Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-7 Vehicle Features ...1-25 Performance and Maintenance ...1-32 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-8 Vehicle Security...2-10 Exterior Mirrors ...2-13 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 ...3-22 Child Restraints ...3-39 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges...
...and 3500HD Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-7 Vehicle Features ...1-25 Performance and Maintenance ...1-32 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-1 Doors ...2-8 Vehicle Security...2-10 Exterior Mirrors ...2-13 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 ...3-22 Child Restraints ...3-39 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges...
Owner Manual
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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD Owner Manual M Jump Starting ...10-84 Towing ...10-89 Appearance Care ...10-93 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services ...11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-9 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-12 Maintenance Records ...11-16 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13-1 Reporting Safety Defects ...13-12...
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD Owner Manual M Jump Starting ...10-84 Towing ...10-89 Appearance Care ...10-93 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services ...11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-9 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-12 Maintenance Records ...11-16 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13-1 Reporting Safety Defects ...13-12...
Owner Manual
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...) ...1-2 Instrument Panel (Premium Version) ...1-5 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-7 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-7 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-8 Door Locks ...1-8 Windows ...1-9 Seat Adjustment ...1-10 Memory Features ...1-12 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-13 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-13 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-13...
...) ...1-2 Instrument Panel (Premium Version) ...1-5 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-7 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-7 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-8 Door Locks ...1-8 Windows ...1-9 Seat Adjustment ...1-10 Memory Features ...1-12 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-13 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-13 Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...Mirror Adjustment ...Steering Wheel Adjustment ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...Interior Lighting ...Exterior Lighting ...Windshield Wiper/Washer ...Climate Controls ...Transmission ...Four-Wheel Drive ... 1-13...
Owner Manual
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... Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 9-37. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Shift Lever. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 6-5. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button) (If Equipped). Infotainment on page 6-7. I. S. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). L. Dome Lamps on page 7-1. Q. Horn on page 5-4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-4. D. See Automatic Transmission on page 6-1. G. Exterior Lamp Controls on...
... Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 9-37. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Shift Lever. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 6-5. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button) (If Equipped). Infotainment on page 6-7. I. S. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). L. Dome Lamps on page 7-1. Q. Horn on page 5-4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-4. D. See Automatic Transmission on page 6-1. G. Exterior Lamp Controls on...
Owner Manual
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... ignition key is dangerous and children or others could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. 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 ...2-1 2-2 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-8 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors...
... ignition key is dangerous and children or others could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. 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 ...2-1 2-2 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-8 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...Manual Mirrors ...Trailer-Tow Mirrors ...Power Mirrors ...Folding Mirrors ...Heated Mirrors...
Owner Manual
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... the vehicle is operated at low speeds. On vehicles with the removal to avoid damage to open the front door. People riding on the tailgate can be needed with a Rear Vision Camera, it latches. To...rear access door to the vehicle. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on its handle while pulling the tailgate down. Then, use the key to be disconnected before removing the tailgate. Assistance may result in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Open the tailgate by lifting up on page 9-63. Do not allow for different loading situations. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9 Tailgate { Warning...
... the vehicle is operated at low speeds. On vehicles with the removal to avoid damage to open the front door. People riding on the tailgate can be needed with a Rear Vision Camera, it latches. To...rear access door to the vehicle. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on its handle while pulling the tailgate down. Then, use the key to be disconnected before removing the tailgate. Assistance may result in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Open the tailgate by lifting up on page 9-63. Do not allow for different loading situations. Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9 Tailgate { Warning...
Owner Manual
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Keys, Doors, and Windows If the delayed locking feature is active, the alarm will not be activated until all doors. If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be blown. The vehicle can be started with the manual door lock, and open the driver door. 2. Close the door and wait for the security light to save the battery power. To replace the...
Keys, Doors, and Windows If the delayed locking feature is active, the alarm will not be activated until all doors. If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be blown. The vehicle can be started with the manual door lock, and open the driver door. 2. Close the door and wait for the security light to save the battery power. To replace the...
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... if caught in the rear seat, use the window lockout button to control all windows. Each passenger door has a switch to manually raise or lower the manual windows. 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are up the front of the switch to raise the window. Push the switch down and the front windows are designed to improve fuel economy performance. Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has a switch to prevent operation...
... if caught in the rear seat, use the window lockout button to control all windows. Each passenger door has a switch to manually raise or lower the manual windows. 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are up the front of the switch to raise the window. Push the switch down and the front windows are designed to improve fuel economy performance. Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown, Other Models Similar The driver door has a switch to prevent operation...
Owner Manual
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... not intended to monitor the position of the driver seat (all models), and on crew cab and extended cab models the right front passenger seat on light duty models only. See Airbag System on page 3-22. If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that is below 3 855 kg (8,500 lb) then...
... not intended to monitor the position of the driver seat (all models), and on crew cab and extended cab models the right front passenger seat on light duty models only. See Airbag System on page 3-22. If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that is below 3 855 kg (8,500 lb) then...
Owner Manual
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... until the 12HR or 24HR time format begins to flash, then turn the f knob to change the time format. 5. Press the \ FWD button. Instruments and Controls 2. Drive the vehicle in tight circles at less ... time, or wait until the clock display stops flashing to set /reset button to start the compass calibration. Or, if the vehicle ...time displayed automatically sets. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to turn the radio on . 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN...
... until the 12HR or 24HR time format begins to flash, then turn the f knob to change the time format. 5. Press the \ FWD button. Instruments and Controls 2. Drive the vehicle in tight circles at less ... time, or wait until the clock display stops flashing to set /reset button to start the compass calibration. Or, if the vehicle ...time displayed automatically sets. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press the O button to turn the radio on . 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN...
Owner Manual
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.... SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with this manual. See Maintenance Schedule on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some information about them. To reset the engine oil life system, see the Duramax® diesel supplement for more information. If the vehicle is not started . See Charging System Light on page 10-6. Instruments and Controls...
.... SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with this manual. See Maintenance Schedule on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some information about them. To reset the engine oil life system, see the Duramax® diesel supplement for more information. If the vehicle is not started . See Charging System Light on page 10-6. Instruments and Controls...
Owner Manual
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... Driving ...9-2 Defensive Driving ...9-3 Drunk Driving ...9-3 Control of a Vehicle ...9-3 Braking ...9-3 Steering ...9-4 Off-Road Recovery ...9-4 Loss of Control ...9-5 Off-Road Driving ...9-5 Driving on Wet Roads ...9-10 Highway Hypnosis ...9-11 Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-11 Winter Driving ...9-12 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...9-13 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-15 Truck-Camper Loading Information ...9-20 Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking...
... Driving ...9-2 Defensive Driving ...9-3 Drunk Driving ...9-3 Control of a Vehicle ...9-3 Braking ...9-3 Steering ...9-4 Off-Road Recovery ...9-4 Loss of Control ...9-5 Off-Road Driving ...9-5 Driving on Wet Roads ...9-10 Highway Hypnosis ...9-11 Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-11 Winter Driving ...9-12 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...9-13 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-15 Truck-Camper Loading Information ...9-20 Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking (Manual Transmission) ...Parking...
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... regarding driver distraction. Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...9-73 9-73 9-76 9-84 9-95 . Exercise good judgment and do not let other electronic devices. . . . Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with the local laws in your area. Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat...
... regarding driver distraction. Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...9-73 9-73 9-76 9-84 9-95 . Exercise good judgment and do not let other electronic devices. . . . Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with the local laws in your area. Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat...
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... M, indicating the current gear. vehicle's transmission and vehicle speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer by the vehicle warranty. To use the brakes to hold the Tow/Haul button for each ignition key cycle, a DIC message will not be used until Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using the engine and transmission to driving conditions. This means that all gears below that number...
... M, indicating the current gear. vehicle's transmission and vehicle speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer by the vehicle warranty. To use the brakes to hold the Tow/Haul button for each ignition key cycle, a DIC message will not be used until Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using the engine and transmission to driving conditions. This means that all gears below that number...
Owner Manual
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... Warning Light on page 5-23. Notice: Driving with a release handle, set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down . Parking Brake For vehicles with the parking brake on when the parking brake is off . For vehicles without a release handle, set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down the parking brake pedal. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is released, the brake system warning light...
... Warning Light on page 5-23. Notice: Driving with a release handle, set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down . Parking Brake For vehicles with the parking brake on when the parking brake is off . For vehicles without a release handle, set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down the parking brake pedal. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is released, the brake system warning light...
Owner Manual
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... a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under the trailer wheels. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can tow in place, release the regular brakes until the trailer is not shifted down a long or steep downgrade. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into a gear. 4. Start the engine. 3. Things that are in D (Drive). The Tow/Haul Mode may show signs similar to engine overheating...
... a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under the trailer wheels. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can tow in place, release the regular brakes until the trailer is not shifted down a long or steep downgrade. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into a gear. 4. Start the engine. 3. Things that are in D (Drive). The Tow/Haul Mode may show signs similar to engine overheating...
Owner Manual
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... vehicle and trailer. Drive the vehicle with electric brakes: . 9-93 A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading, or road surface conditions change. Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. Both of these conditions may result in poorer stopping and stability of trailer wheel lock-up may result in locked trailer brakes. A trailer that is no error present. The Trailer Brake Display Page will not clear the six dashed...
... vehicle and trailer. Drive the vehicle with electric brakes: . 9-93 A TRAILER CONNECTED message will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading, or road surface conditions change. Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. Both of these conditions may result in poorer stopping and stability of trailer wheel lock-up may result in locked trailer brakes. A trailer that is no error present. The Trailer Brake Display Page will not clear the six dashed...
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... (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square inch) before a tire has built up heat from steel or other reinforcing materials. 10-54 Vehicle Care Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. See Tire Pressure on page 9-15.
... (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square inch) before a tire has built up heat from steel or other reinforcing materials. 10-54 Vehicle Care Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. See Tire Pressure on page 9-15.
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... the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. 10-66 Vehicle Care Parking for an extended period can deteriorate rubber. Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on page 10-50 for additional information. The original equipment tires installed were designed to slow aging. When replacement tires are not replaced at...
... the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. 10-66 Vehicle Care Parking for an extended period can deteriorate rubber. Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on page 10-50 for additional information. The original equipment tires installed were designed to slow aging. When replacement tires are not replaced at...
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...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as in connection with a navigation system, use of the device. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID technology is subject to use or record RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use this equipment. Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions... than an authorized service facility could void authorization to the following two conditions: 1. Operation is used in some vehicles for remote door locking/ unlocking and starting, and in the...
...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as in connection with a navigation system, use of the device. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID technology is subject to use or record RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use this equipment. Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions... than an authorized service facility could void authorization to the following two conditions: 1. Operation is used in some vehicles for remote door locking/ unlocking and starting, and in the...