Owner's Manual
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2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-6 Vehicle Features ...1-24 Performance and Maintenance ...1-31 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-3 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear Seats ...2-14 Safety Belts ...2-16 Child Restraints ...2-39 Airbag System ...2-73 Restraint System Check ...2-94 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Windows ...3-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-21 Mirrors ...3-56 Object Detection Systems ...3-60 Universal Home Remote ...
2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-6 Vehicle Features ...1-24 Performance and Maintenance ...1-31 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Head Restraints ...2-3 Front Seats ...2-4 Rear Seats ...2-14 Safety Belts ...2-16 Child Restraints ...2-39 Airbag System ...2-73 Restraint System Check ...2-94 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-9 Windows ...3-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-17 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-21 Mirrors ...3-56 Object Detection Systems ...3-60 Universal Home Remote ...
Owner's Manual
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2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Headlamp Aiming ...6-54 Bulb Replacement ...6-57 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-63 Tires ...6-64 Appearance Care ...6-110 Vehicle Identification ...6-117 Electrical System ...6-117 Capacities and Specifications ...6-126 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-17 Index ...i-1
2010 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M Headlamp Aiming ...6-54 Bulb Replacement ...6-57 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-63 Tires ...6-64 Appearance Care ...6-110 Vehicle Identification ...6-117 Electrical System ...6-117 Capacities and Specifications ...6-126 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-17 Index ...i-1
Owner's Manual
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... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-6 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-6 Door Locks ...1-7 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-12 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belt ...1-13 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-13 Mirror Adjustment ...1-14 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-16 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-16 Interior Lighting ...1-17 Exterior Lighting ...1-18 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-18 Climate Controls ...1-19 Transmission ...1-21 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-21 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Steering...
... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-6 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-6 Door Locks ...1-7 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-12 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belt ...1-13 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-13 Mirror Adjustment ...1-14 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-16 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-16 Interior Lighting ...1-17 Exterior Lighting ...1-18 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-18 Climate Controls ...1-19 Transmission ...1-21 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-21 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Steering...
Owner's Manual
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... Airbag Off Switch on page 4‑6. G. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). A. Ashtray (If Equipped). Windshield Washer on page 2‑82. Audio System(s) on page 4‑29. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑82. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑76. Instrument Panel Storage on page 3‑28. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑4. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑49. Ultrasonic Rear Parking...
... Airbag Off Switch on page 4‑6. G. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). A. Ashtray (If Equipped). Windshield Washer on page 2‑82. Audio System(s) on page 4‑29. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑82. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑76. Instrument Panel Storage on page 3‑28. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑4. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑49. Ultrasonic Rear Parking...
Owner's Manual
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... 3‑34 (If Equipped). E. Tow/Haul Mode on page 4‑3. H. K. M. O. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). I. See Towing a Trailer on page 4‑14. Dome Lamps on page 5‑51. L. Cruise Control on page 4‑10. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). Exterior Lamps on page 4‑7. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped). P. R. T. See Airbag Off Switch on page 4‑17. N. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 2‑...
... 3‑34 (If Equipped). E. Tow/Haul Mode on page 4‑3. H. K. M. O. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). I. See Towing a Trailer on page 4‑14. Dome Lamps on page 5‑51. L. Cruise Control on page 4‑10. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). Exterior Lamps on page 4‑7. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped). P. R. T. See Airbag Off Switch on page 4‑17. N. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 2‑...
Owner's Manual
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... the center console or the dashboard. For more information, refer to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year). 3. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of the labels to be connected to receive the XM service. can be changed. 4. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then... the clock for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. Press H to : . . A fee is based in digital-quality sound. 1-25 Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Setting the Clock on the radio faceplate and a USB port...
... the center console or the dashboard. For more information, refer to display HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year). 3. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of the labels to be connected to receive the XM service. can be changed. 4. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then... the clock for the radio with CD, DVD, and USB Port: 1. Press H to : . . A fee is based in digital-quality sound. 1-25 Setting the Clock To set the time and date for the vehicle's specific audio system, see Setting the Clock on the radio faceplate and a USB port...
Owner's Manual
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...Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Engine Exhaust ...Running the Vehicle While Parked ...Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors...
...Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Engine Exhaust ...Running the Vehicle While Parked ...Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors...
Owner's Manual
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... horn sounds three times. The turn signal lamps flash twice to ON/RUN or L is turned on . See Remote Vehicle Start on for additional information. Press to the driver of the vehicle. See Content Theft-Deterrent on it, "1" or "2". Q (Lock): L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights may come on and stay on page 3‑7 for 20 seconds or until the ignition...
... horn sounds three times. The turn signal lamps flash twice to ON/RUN or L is turned on . See Remote Vehicle Start on for additional information. Press to the driver of the vehicle. See Content Theft-Deterrent on it, "1" or "2". Q (Lock): L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights may come on and stay on page 3‑7 for 20 seconds or until the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle was set to manually turn the heated seats on fuel. Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting of vehicles. Your vehicle may run out of remote starters. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see the vehicle's lights, press and hold the transmitter's remote start to the ON/RUN position. The vehicle's doors will turn on the outside of the system will return after 10 minutes unless a time extension...
... the vehicle was set to manually turn the heated seats on fuel. Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting of vehicles. Your vehicle may run out of remote starters. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see the vehicle's lights, press and hold the transmitter's remote start to the ON/RUN position. The vehicle's doors will turn on the outside of the system will return after 10 minutes unless a time extension...
Owner's Manual
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... from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors. After you put the tailgate back up on page 3‑10 for more information. 3-12 See Rear Door Security Locks on its handle while pulling the tailgate toward you can easily lose their balance and fall in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Your vehicle may result...
... from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors. After you put the tailgate back up on page 3‑10 for more information. 3-12 See Rear Door Security Locks on its handle while pulling the tailgate toward you can easily lose their balance and fall in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Your vehicle may result...
Owner's Manual
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... start and the key is designed to the START position immediately after starting the engine and protects components. When the engine starts, let go of time, by turning the ignition switch to the floor and holding it there as your dealer. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to cool down . 3-24 2. If the ignition key is already running. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the vehicle starts...
... start and the key is designed to the START position immediately after starting the engine and protects components. When the engine starts, let go of time, by turning the ignition switch to the floor and holding it there as your dealer. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to cool down . 3-24 2. If the ignition key is already running. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the vehicle starts...
Owner's Manual
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..., the brake system warning light will come on. Set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 5‑51. 3-50 Slowly pull your foot up off before driving. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on page 4‑37. Parking Brake If the ignition is...
..., the brake system warning light will come on. Set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 5‑51. 3-50 Slowly pull your foot up off before driving. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on page 4‑37. Parking Brake If the ignition is...
Owner's Manual
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... "No Aux Input Device". f (Tune): Turn to change tracks on until the driver turns the ignition off . Also, see "Setting the Time" in the clock or date setting mode. Press the left arrow to return to the start the parental control feature. Parental control prevents the rear seat occupant from operating the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system or remote control. Playing a DVD DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button...
... "No Aux Input Device". f (Tune): Turn to change tracks on until the driver turns the ignition off . Also, see "Setting the Time" in the clock or date setting mode. Press the left arrow to return to the start the parental control feature. Parental control prevents the rear seat occupant from operating the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system or remote control. Playing a DVD DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button...
Owner's Manual
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... the trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will also be displayed in not enough trailer braking. There is a fault present in the wiring to the left will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for each towing condition: 1. Both of the two. 5-69 Sliding the lever to the electric trailer brakes (a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message...
... the trailer brakes. The trailer and the vehicle's brake lamps will also be displayed in not enough trailer braking. There is a fault present in the wiring to the left will be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure Trailer Gain should be set for each towing condition: 1. Both of the two. 5-69 Sliding the lever to the electric trailer brakes (a CHECK TRAILER WIRING message...
Owner's Manual
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In this message before it automatically turns off in about 20 to 25 mph (32 to the vehicle. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time while towing. . . Other ITBC Related DIC Messages In addition to a trailer equipped with electric brakes: . Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. In the Trailer Output display on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. The driver can also acknowledge this case, adjust...
In this message before it automatically turns off in about 20 to 25 mph (32 to the vehicle. Re-adjust Trailer Gain any time while towing. . . Other ITBC Related DIC Messages In addition to a trailer equipped with electric brakes: . Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks. In the Trailer Output display on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5. The driver can also acknowledge this case, adjust...
Owner's Manual
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...) ...Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) ...Cooling System ...Engine Coolant ...Engine Overheating ...Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...Rear Axle ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Headlamp Aiming ...6-23 6-26 6-29 6-31 6-34 6-36 6-37 6-37 6-38 6-39 6-43 6-44 6-48 6-50 6-52 6-53 6-53 6-54 Service ...6-4 Accessories and Modifications ...6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning...
...) ...Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) ...Cooling System ...Engine Coolant ...Engine Overheating ...Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...Rear Axle ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Headlamp Aiming ...6-23 6-26 6-29 6-31 6-34 6-36 6-37 6-37 6-38 6-39 6-43 6-44 6-48 6-50 6-52 6-53 6-53 6-54 Service ...6-4 Accessories and Modifications ...6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning...
Owner's Manual
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... optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. Cords may be made from driving. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of the tire. Air pressure is located between the plies and the tread. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Tire Terminology...
... optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. Cords may be made from driving. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of the tire. Air pressure is located between the plies and the tread. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Tire Terminology...
Owner's Manual
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... Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. The tire has a puncture, cut , or snagged deep enough to replace your tires as the original tires. The rubber in tires degrades over a dozen critical specifications that cannot be followed by a MS, for more places around the tire. You need new tires if any of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. Buying New Tires...
... Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. The tire has a puncture, cut , or snagged deep enough to replace your tires as the original tires. The rubber in tires degrades over a dozen critical specifications that cannot be followed by a MS, for more places around the tire. You need new tires if any of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. Buying New Tires...
Owner's Manual
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... Replacement on page 6‑80. An Emission Control Service. Tire wear inspection. Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in Maintenance I . Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Perform all services described in dusty conditions only). Tire inflation check. A leak in any system must be damaged. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6‑63. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Rotate tires. Control arm ball joints on page 6‑21. See Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter on 1500 series vehicles...
... Replacement on page 6‑80. An Emission Control Service. Tire wear inspection. Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in Maintenance I . Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Perform all services described in dusty conditions only). Tire inflation check. A leak in any system must be damaged. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6‑63. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Rotate tires. Control arm ball joints on page 6‑21. See Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter on 1500 series vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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... Headlamp System ...4-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...6-23, 6-26 Operation ...3-28 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...4-14 Axle, Rear ...6-48 B Battery ...6-43 Electric Power Management ...4-16 Run-Down Protection ...4-16 Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bluetooth® ...4-121 Brake Emergencies ...5-5 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...3-26 Brakes ...6-39 Antilock ...5-4 Parking ...3-50 System Warning Light ...4-37 Braking ...5-3 Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-21 Bulb Replacement ...6-62 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...6-58 Fog Lamps ...4-13 Halogen...
... Headlamp System ...4-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...6-23, 6-26 Operation ...3-28 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...4-14 Axle, Rear ...6-48 B Battery ...6-43 Electric Power Management ...4-16 Run-Down Protection ...4-16 Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bluetooth® ...4-121 Brake Emergencies ...5-5 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...3-26 Brakes ...6-39 Antilock ...5-4 Parking ...3-50 System Warning Light ...4-37 Braking ...5-3 Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-21 Bulb Replacement ...6-62 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...6-58 Fog Lamps ...4-13 Halogen...