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Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual - 2011

10-52 Vehicle Care

J-Case

Fuses

Usage

Stud 1 (Trailer

Connector

Battery Power)

(Optional - 40A

Fuse Required)

Mid-Bussed

Electrical Center 1

Climate Control

Blower

71 Not Used

Left Bussed

Electrical Center 2

Relays Usage

FAN HI

Cooling Fan High

Speed

FAN LO

Cooling Fan Low

Speed

Relays Usage

FAN CNTRL

Cooling Fan

Control

HDLP

LO/HID

Low-Beam

Headlamp

FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps

A/C

CMPRSR

Air Conditioning

Compressor

STRTR Starter

PWR/TRN Powertrain

FUEL PMP Fuel Pump

PRK LAMP Parking Lamps

REAR

DEFOG

Rear Defogger

RUN/CRNK Switched Power

Instrument Panel Fuse

Block

The instrument panel fuse block

access door is located on the driver

side edge of the instrument panel.

Pull off the cover to access the fuse

block.

Contents1
Danger, Warnings and Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Initial Drive Information7
Head Restraints7
Interior Lighting7
Radio7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information14
Remote Keyless Entry System14
Canceling a Remote Start15
Climate Control Systems15
Remote Vehicle Start15
Starting the Vehicle15
Door Locks15
Power Windows16
Power Sliding Rear Window16
Seat Adjustment17
Front Seats17
Manual Seats17
Power Seats17
Manual Lumbar18
Power Lumbar18
Manual Reclining Seatbacks19
Power Reclining Seatbacks19
Memory Features19
Heated Seats20
Storing Memory Positions20
Easy Exit Driver Seat20
Head Restraint Adjustment21
Safety Belt21
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag21
Manual Foldaway Mirrors22
Mirror Adjustment22
Power Foldaway Mirrors22
Exterior Mirrors22
Steering Wheel Adjustment23
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment23
Interior Mirror23
Interior Lighting24
Dome Lamps24
Dome Lamp Override24
Reading Lamps24
Windshield Wiper/Washer25
Exterior Lighting25
Climate Controls26
Climate Control System26
Transmission28
Dual Automatic Climate Control System28
Range Selection Mode28
Four-Wheel Drive29
Transfer Case Buttons29
Manual Transfer Case29
Electronic Transfer Case29
Automatic Transfer Case30
Vehicle Features31
Radio31
Rear Seats31
Storing Radio Stations32
Setting the Clock32
Satellite Radio32
Portable Audio Devices33
Bluetooth33
Steering Wheel Controls33
Phone33
Drive Information Center (DIC)34
Navigation System34
Cruise Control35
Vehicle Customization35
Vehicle Features35
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)36
Ultrasonic Parking Assist36
Power Outlets36
Universal Remote System37
Sunroof37
Extended Cab37
Stabilitrak System38
Crew Cab38
Performance and Maintenance38
Tire Pressure Monitor39
Maintenance39
Engine Oil Life System40
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)40
Driving for Better Fuel Economy40
Resetting the Oil Life System40
Roadside Assistance Program41
Onstar41
Scheduled Maintenance41
Electrical System42
How Onstar Service Works42
Onstar Steering Wheel Control43
Keys, Doors and Windows45
Keys46
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation47
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle48
Battery Replacement48
Remote Start Ready51
Power Door Locks52
Safety Locks53
Automatic Door Locks53
Lockout Protection53
Delayed Locking53
Rear Doors54
Tailgate55
Vehicle Security56
Anti-Theft Alarm System56
Testing the Alarm57
Immobilizer Operation58
Convex Mirrors59
Power Mirrors60
Trailer-Tow Mirrors60
Manual Mirrors60
Folding Mirrors61
Power Foldaway61
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors61
Manual Foldaway62
Automatic Dimming62
Turn Signal Indicator62
Heated Mirrors62
Manual Rearview Mirror63
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror63
Interior Mirrors63
Park Tilt Mirrors63
Manual Windows64
Express-Down Windows65
Window Lockout65
Head Restraints70
Split Bench or Bucket Seat71
Folding the Bench Seat72
Center Seat73
Power Seat Adjustment73
Memory Seat, Mirrors and Pedals74
Memory Remote Recall74
Lumbar Adjustment75
Reclining Seatbacks77
Seatback Latches79
Heated Front Seats79
Folding the Rear Seat80
Safety Belts82
Why Safety Belts Work83
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly85
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts85
Lap-Shoulder Belt91
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster93
Safety Belt Pretenstioners94
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides94
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy96
Lap Belts96
Safety Belt Extender97
Safety System Check97
Safety Belt Care98
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash98
Airbag System99
Where Are the Airbags?101
When Should an Airbag Inflate?102
Airbag On-Off Switch107
Passenger Sensing System110
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint113
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant114
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation115
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle116
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle116
Airbag System Check118
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash118
Child Restraints119
Older Children119
Infants and Young Children121
Child Restraint Systems123
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle124
Where to Put the Restraint125
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint125
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children127
Lower Anchors128
Top Tether Anchor128
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations129
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System132
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash136
Securing Child Restraints136
With Airbag off Switch142
Armrest Storage149
Storage Compartments149
Cupholders149
Instrument Panel Storage149
Center Console Storage150
Table of Contents151
Instruments and Controls151
Keys and Locks151
Doors151
Safety Belts151
Airbag System151
Instruments and Controls152
- Steering Wheel Adjustment152
- Steering Wheel Controls153
- Horn155
- Windshield Wiper/Washer155
- Compass156
- Windows156
- Clock158
- Power Outlets160
- Cigarette Lighter161
- Ashtrays162
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators162
- Instrument Cluster163
- Speedometer166
- Trip Odometer166
Voltmeter Gauge170
- Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light171
- Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light171
Safety Belt Reminders171
Airbag Readiness Light172
Airbag On-Off Light173
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator175
Charging System Light176
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp177
- Brake System Warning Light179
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs179
Antilock Brake System (ABS)180
Four-Wheel-Drive Light181
Tow/Haul Mode Light181
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light181
Engine Oil Pressure Light182
Tire Pressure Light182
Low Fuel Warning Light183
Security Light183
High-Beam on Light183
Front Fog Lamp Light183
Driver Information Center (DIC)184
Cruise Control Light184
Information Displays184
- DIC Buttons185
- Trip/Fuel Menu Items185
- Fuel Range186
- Average Economy187
- Timer187
- Transmission Temperature187
- Vehicle Information Menu Items (with DIC Buttons)188
- Trailer Gain and Output189
- Tire Pressure189
- Units189
- Engine Hours190
- Compass Zone Setting190
- Compass Recalibration190
- Language191
- Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items191
- Battery Low Start Vehicle193
Vehicle Messages193
Battery Voltage and Charging193
- Service Brakes Soon194
- Service Battery Charging System194
Brake System Messages194
- Driver Door Open195
- Hood Open195
- Left Rear Door Open195
Door Ajar Messages195
- Engine Cooling System Messages196
- Right Rear Door Open196
- Engine Overheated Idle Engine196
- Engine Overheated Stop Engine196
- Engine Oil Hot Idle Engine197
- Change Engine Oil Soon197
Engine Oil Messages197
Engine Power Messages197
Object Detection System Messages198
Fuel System Messages198
Key and Lock Messages198
Lamp Messages198
- Service Park Assist199
- Ride Control System Messages199
- Service Traction Control199
- Stabilitrak off199
- Traction Control off200
- Starting the Vehicle Messages200
- Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages200
Airbag System Messages200
- Service Tire Monitor System201
- Tire Learning Active201
- Tire Low Add Air to Tire201
Tire Messages201
- Vehicle Reminder Messages202
- Transmission Hot Idle Engine202
Transmission Messages202
- Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid203
- Ice Possible Drive with Care203
- Vehicle Personalization203
Washer Fluid Messages203
- Display Language204
- Entering the Feature Settings Menu204
- Feature Settings Menu Items204
- Auto Door Lock205
- Auto Door Unlock205
- Remote Door Lock206
- Remote Door Unlock206
- Approach Lighting208
- Chime Volume208
- Easy Exit Recall209
- Easy Exit Setup209
- Exit Feature Settings210
- Factory Settings210
- Memory Seat Recall210
- Exiting the Feature Settings Menu211
- Universal Remote System Programming211
- Programming Universal Home Remote213
- Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons216
- Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons216
- Universal Remote System Operation216
- Exterior Lamp Controls217
- Exterior Lamps off Reminder219
- Flash-To-Pass219
- Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer219
- Automatic Headlamp System220
- Daytime Running Lamps220
- Hazard Warning Flashers221
- Fog Lamps222
- Turn and Lane-Change Signals222
- Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp223
- Instrument Panel Illumination Control223
- Interior Lamp223
- Cargo Lamp224
- Battery Load Management225
- Entry Lighting225
- Exit Lighting225
- Lighting Features225
- Battery Power Protection226
- Infotainment System227
- Navigation/Radio System228
- Theft-Deterrent Feature228
- Radios with CD and DVD230
- Setting the Tone231
- Using the Radio231
- Adjusting the Speakers233
- Radio Messages233
- AM-FM Radio234
- Finding a Station234
- Radio Data System (RDS)234
- Setting Preset Stations235
- Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite235
- Finding a Category (CAT) Station236
- XM Satellite Radio Service236
- Adding and Removing Catergories237
- Storing an XM Channel as a Favorite237
- Storing XM Channels237
- XM Radio Messages238
- Cellular Phone Usage239
- FM Stereo239
- Radio Reception239
- Audio Players240
- Fixed Mast Antenna240
- Satellite Radio Antenna240
- Care of Cds241
- Ejecting a CD241
- Inserting a CD241
- Playing a CD242
- Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs243
- Format243
- MP3-Supported Files243
- CD-R- or CD-RW-Supported File and Folder Structure244
- File System and Naming244
- Order of Play244
- Root Directory244
- Playing an MP3245
- Care of the CD and DVD Player247
- CD Player Messages247
- Audio Output248
- Care of Cds and Dvds248
- Inserting a Disc248
- Ejecting a Disc249
- MP3-And WMA-Supported Files250
- No Folder252
- Using the DVD Player254
- Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-V256
- Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A257
- CD/DVD Player Messages258
- Stopping and Resuming Playback258
- Auxiliary Devices259
- Using the Auxiliary Input Jack259
- Connecting a USB Storage Device or Ipod260
- USB Support260
- Using the USB Port260
- Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod261
- Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod261
- Parental Control264
- Rear Seat Entertainment System264
- Rear Seat Infotainment264
- Headphones265
- Audio/Video Jacks266
- Changing the RSE Video Screen Settings267
- Remote Control268
- Video Screen268
- Remote Control Buttons269
- DVD Display Error Messages272
- Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console273
- Cleaning the Video Screen273
- DVD Distortion273
- Rear Seat Audio System273
- Phone275
- Voice Recognition275
- Bluetooth Controls276
- Pairing276
- Connecting to a Different Phone277
- Deleting a Paired Phone277
- Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers278
- Using the "Delete" Command278
- Using the "Digit Store" Command278
- Using the "Store" Command278
- Listing Stored Numbers279
- Making a Call279
- Using the "Digit Dial" Command279
- Using the "List" Command279
- Call Waiting280
- Receiving a Call280
- Three-Way Calling280
- Using the "Re-Dial" Command280
- Muting a Call281
- Transferring a Call281
- Voice Pass-Thru281
- Clearing the System282
- Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones282
- Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call282
- Climate Control Systems283
- Rear Window Defogger285
- Automatic Operation288
- Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Controls288
- Manual Operation289
- Sensors292
- Air Vents293
- Driving and Operating295
- Defensive Driving296
- Driving Information296
- Braking297
- Control of a Vehicle297
- Power Steering298
- Steering Tips298
- Off-Road Recovery299
- Steering in Emergencies299
- Loss of Control300
- Skidding300
- Before You Go Off-Roading301
- Off-Road Driving301
- Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving302
- Roof302
- Environmental Concerns303
- Travelling to Remote Areas303
- Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving304
- Scanning the Terrain304
- Driving on Hills305
- Approaching a Hill306
- Driving Uphill306
- Driving Downhill308
- Driving Across an Incline309
- Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice310
- Stalling on an Incline310
- Driving in Water311
- After Off-Road Driving312
- Driving on Wet Roads312
- Hydroplaning312
- Highway Hypnosis313
- Hill and Mountain Roads313
- Blizzard Conditions314
- Driving on Snow or Ice314
- Winter Driving314
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck316
- Recovery Hooks316
- Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out316
- Vehicle Load Limits317
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit318
- Tire and Loading Information Label318
- Certification/Tire Label320
- Child Restraints322
- Two-Tiered Loading322
- Add-On Equipment323
- Loading Points323
- Truck-Camper Loading Information324
- Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal326
- New Vehicle Break-In326
- Starting and Operating326
- Ignition Positions327
- Automatic Transmission329
- Manual Transmission329
- Retained Accessory Power329
- Starting the Engine329
- Starting Procedure330
- Engine Coolant Heater331
- Fast Idle System331
- Shifting into Park332
- To Use the Engine Coolant Heater332
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running333
- Jump Starting334
- Shifting out of Park334
- Torque Lock334
- Active Fuel Management335
- Parking335
- Parking over Things that Burn335
- Engine Exhaust336
- Running the Vehicle While Parked336
- Automatic Transmission337
- Towing339
- Manual Mode341
- Low Traction Mode342
- Tow/Haul Mode343
- Grade Braking344
- Cruise Grade Braking345
- Manual Transmission345
- Shift Speeds346
- Drive Systems347
- Recommended Transfer Case Settings348
- Shifting from Two-Wheel Drive High to Four-Wheel Drive High350
- Shifting in or out of Four-Wheel Drive Low351
- Shifting in or out of Neutral351
- Recommended Transfer Case Setting352
- Shifting into Two-Wheel Drive High353
- Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low354
- Shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive Low354
- Shifting into Neutral355
- Shifting out of Neutral356
- Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive High of AUTO358
- Antilock Brake System361
- Brakes361
- Using ABS361
- Braking in Emergencies362
- Parking Brake362
- Brake Assist363
- Hill Start Assist364
- Ride Control Systems364
- Information365
  - Traction Control Operation366
  - Cruise Control367
  - Locking Rear Axle367
  - Resuming a Set Speed368
  - Setting Cruise Control368
  - Ending Cruise Control369
  - Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control369
  - Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control369
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills369
  - Object Detection Systems370
  - Turning the Rear Vision Camera System off or on372
  - Vehicles Without Navigation System372
  - Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen373
  - Turning the Rear Vision Camera System on or off373
  - Vehicles with Navigation System373
  - Rear Vision Camera Error Messages374
  - Rear Vision Camera Location374
  - Disconnecting the Rear Vision Camera375
  - When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly376
  - Fuel377
  - Vehicle Identification377
  - California Fuel Requirements378
  - Gasoline Specifications378
  - Recommended Fuel378
  - Fuel Additives379
  - Fuels in Foreign Countries379
  - Filling the Tank382
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container383
- Control (TSC)384
- Driving Characteristic and Towing Tips384
- Equipment384
  - General Towing Information384
  - Pulling a Trailer384
- Following Distance385
- Driving with a Trailer385
- Driving on Grades386
- Passing386
- Making Turns386
- Backing up386
- Parking on Hills387
- Leaving after Parking on a Hill388
- Maintenance When Trailer Towing388
- Trailer Towing388
- Weight of the Trailer389
- Weight of the Trailer Tongue403
- Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires404
- Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment405
- Towing Equipment405
- Hitches405
- Weight of the Trailering Combination405
- Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering406
- Safety Chains406
- Trailer Brakes407
- Auxiliary Battery407
- Trailer Wiring Harness407
- Basic Trailer Wiring407
- Heavy-Dutytrailer Wiring Harness Package408
- Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring Package408
- Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions409
- Integrated Trailer Brake Control System410
- Trailer Brake Control Panel412
- Trailer Brake DIC Display Page412
- Manual Trailer Brake Apply414
- Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure414
- Trailer Sway Control417
- Conversions and Add-Ons417
- Add-On Electrical Equipment417
- Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment417
- Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions420
- Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab421
- Vehicle Care423
- General Information425
- Accessories and Modifications425
- Vehicle Checks426
- Hood427
- Engine Compartment Overview428
- Checking Engine Oil429
- When to Add Engine Oil430
- What Kind of Engine Oil to Use430
- When to Change Engine Oil431
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes431
- Cold Temperature Operation431
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System432
- What to Do with Used Oil432
- Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission)433
- When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid433
- How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid433
- Checking the Fluid Level434
- How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid435
- Consistency of Readings435
- Automatic Transmission Fluid436
- Cold Check Procedure437
- Hot Check Procedure438
- Manual Transmission Fluid439
- Hydraulic Clutch439
- How to Check and Add Fluid440
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter440
- When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter440
- How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter440
- Cooling System441
- Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter441
- Engine Coolant442
- How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines444
- Checking Coolant444
- Engine Overheating446
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment447
- If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment447
- Overheated Engine Protection448
- Operating Mode448
- Engine Fan448
- Power Steering Fluid449
- When to Check Power Steering Fluid449
- How to Check Power Steering Fluid449
- Adding Washer Fluid450
- Washer Fluid450
- Brake Pedal Travel451
- Brake Adjustment451
- Brake Fluid452
- Replacing Brake System Parts452
- Checking Brake Fluid453
- Battery454
- Vehicle Storage454
- Transfer Case454
- When to Change Lubricant455
- How to Check Lubricant456
- Front Axle456
- When to Check and Change Lubricant456
- Rear Axle457
- Noise Control System458
- Starter Switch Check459
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check460
- Ignition Transmission Lock Check460
- Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check461
- Wiper Blade Replacement461
- Headlamp Aiming462
- Glass Replacement462
- Headlamps465
- Halogen Bulbs465
- Bulb Replacement465
- Pick-Up Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps466
- Taillamps466
- Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps467
- Center High-Mounted Stoplamp and Cargo Lamp467
- License Plate Lamp468
- Electrical System469
- Electrical System Overload469
- Headlamp Wiring469
- Windshield Wipers470
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block470
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers470
- Instrument Panel Fuse Block474
- Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block476
- Top View476
- Wheels and Tires477
- 20-Inch Tires478
- Tire Sidewall Labeling478
- Aspect Ratio481
- Rim Diameter481
- Tire Size481
- Tire Designations481
- Tire Terminology and Definitions482
- Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation487
- Tire Pressure Monitor System487
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation489
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message490
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process491
- Tire Inspection493
- Tire Rotation493
- Dual Tire Rotation495
- When It Is Time for New Tires496
- Different Size Tires and Wheels499
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading500
- Treadwear500
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance501
- Wheel Replacement502
- Tire Chains503
- If a Tire Goes Flat503
- Tire Changing505
- Removing the Spare Tire and Tools505
- Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire508
- Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools514
- Full-Size Spare Tire517
- Jump Starting518
- Towing the Vehicle523
- Recreational Vehicle Towing523
- Dinghy Towing524
- Dolly Towing525
- Appearance Care528
- Exterior Care528
- Washing the Vehicle528
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses529
- Finish Care529
- Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim530
- Windshield and Wiper Blades530
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts530
- Sheet Metal Damage531
- Finish Damage532
- Underbody Maintenance532
- Chemical Paint Spotting532
- Interior Care533
- Fabric/Carpet534
- Leather535
- Instrument Panel, Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces535
- Floor Mats536
- Service and Maintenance537
- Scheduled Maintenance538
- When to Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays538
- Every Engine Oil Change539
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants544
- Maintenance Replacement Parts547
- Technical Data551
- Vehicle Identification551
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)551
- Engine Identification551
- Engine Drive Belt Routing556

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Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2011 Silverado 2500
Category	Automobile
Language	English