Chevrolet 2006 Silverado 1500 Pickup User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-3
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-9
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-12
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-31
Airbag System
......................................... 1-70
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-87
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
................................................. 2-15
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-18
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-20
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-56
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-69
Universal Home Remote System
................ 2-71
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-75
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-78
Vehicle Personalization
............................. 2-79
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-30
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-51
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-70
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-61
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-4
Fuel
......................................................... 5-6
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-12
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-56
Four-Wheel Drive
..................................... 5-58
Front Axle
............................................... 5-60
Noise Control System
............................... 5-61
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-62
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-72
Tires
...................................................... 5-73
Appearance Care
................................... 5-114
Vehicle Identification
............................... 5-122
Electrical System
.................................... 5-123
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-132
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-13
Index
................................................................ 1
2006 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual M

Chevrolet 2006 Silverado 1500 Pickup Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2006 Silverado 1500 Pickup
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Details manual and power seat adjustments.

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Explains the importance and proper use of safety belts for all occupants.

Child Restraints

Covers proper use of safety belts for older children and infants.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Doors and Locks

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Covers new vehicle break-in guidelines and ignition positions.

Four-Wheel Drive

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Provides a diagram and list of the main components of the instrument panel.

Windshield Wipers

Cruise Control

Covers setting, resuming, increasing, reducing, and ending cruise control operation.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Describes warning lights, gages, and indicators that signal vehicle status and potential issues.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Details DIC button functions for accessing trip info, fuel info, customization, and reset options.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Discusses the importance of dealer service, genuine GM parts, and modifications.

Fuel

Covers gasoline types, octane ratings, specifications, and California fuel requirements.

Checking Things Under the Hood

Provides general safety precautions and items to check under the hood.

Engine Compartment Overview

Provides a diagram identifying major components in the engine compartment.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Details how to check and change automatic transmission fluid.

Manual Transmission Fluid

Explains when to check and how to add manual transmission fluid.

Engine Coolant

Explains how to check and add engine coolant, including safety precautions.

Tires

Covers tire maintenance, types, and safety concerns related to improper use.

Tire Inspection and Rotation

Details recommended intervals and methods for tire inspection and rotation.

When It Is Time for New Tires

Provides indicators for when tires need replacement due to wear or damage.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine)

Additional Required Services (Gasoline Engine)

Owner Checks and Services

Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Roadside Assistance Program

Collision Damage Repair

Reporting Safety Defects