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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2021 User Manual

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2021
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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2021 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandChevrolet
ModelSilverado 1500 2021
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Instrument Panel Overview

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on keys, locks, and remote entry systems.

Programming Keys

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access)

Explains RKE system operation and battery replacement.

Keyless Access Operation

Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door

How to lock/unlock driver door and other doors via handle button.

Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Passenger Doors

How to lock/unlock passenger doors via handle button.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

Programming with Recognized Transmitters

Procedure to program new transmitters when two are recognized.

Programming without Recognized Transmitters

Procedure to program transmitters when two recognized ones are not available.

Door Locks

Keyless Access

Accessing doors and tailgate with remote key within 1m.

Power Door Locks

Doors

Tailgate

Instructions for unlocking, opening, and shutting the tailgate.

Manual Tailgate

How to operate the manual tailgate.

Power Release Tailgate

Power Tailgate

MultiPro Tailgate

Tailgate Step

Using the Step

Instructions for lowering and using tailgate step.

Power Assist Steps

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Alarm System

Alarm status indicator, arming, and activation.

Disarming the Alarm System

Steering Column Lock

Immobilizer Operation

How immobilizer system works and its operation.

Exterior Mirrors

Trailer-Tow Mirrors

Interior Mirrors

Rear Camera Mirror

Automatic dimming mirror with wide angle camera view.

Windows

Power Windows

How power windows work and warning about children.

Windows Express Movement

Slide Switch

Automatic Reversal System

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Warning about proper installation and adjustment of head restraints.

Seat Belts

How to use seat belts properly and things not to do.

Airbag System

Information on airbags, their locations, and system checks.

Child Restraints

Information on older children, infants, and child restraint systems.

Seat Adjustment

Power Seat Adjustment

Reclining Seatbacks

Memory Seats

Saving Memory Positions

Instructions to save preferred driving positions and exit positions.

Manually Recalling Memory Positions

How to manually recall saved memory positions.

Seat Entry Memory

Automatic recall of saved positions when vehicle is started.

Seat Exit Memory

Automatic recall of saved exit position when vehicle is turned off.

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

Rear Seats

Heated Rear Seats

Seat Belts

How to Wear Seat Belts Properly

Rules for occupant protection and additional info for children.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Seat Belt Pretensioners

Safety System Check

Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash

Airbag System

Where Are the Airbags?

When Should an Airbag Inflate?

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?

How Does an Airbag Restrain?

Passenger Sensing System

If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint

What to do if ON indicator is lit for a child restraint.

If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant

Steps to take if OFF indicator is lit for adult occupant.

Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash

Child Restraints

Older Children

How older children should wear seat belts and fit test.

Infants and Young Children

Importance of protection for infants/children; legal requirements.

Child Restraint Systems

Rear-Facing Infant Restraint

Provides restraint with seating surface against infant's back; harness system.

Forward-Facing Child Restraint

Booster Seats

Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)

LATCH system secures child restraint; uses attachments to anchors.

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Center Front Seat)

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Passenger Seat)

Storage

Storage Compartments

Warning about heavy/sharp objects in compartments; glove box access.

Cargo Tie-Downs

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Steering wheel adjustment, controls, horn, wipers, compass, clock, power outlets, wireless charging.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explains various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on instrument cluster.

Universal Remote System

Information on universal remote system and programming.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Steering Wheel Controls

Heated Steering Wheel

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Power Outlets

Power Outlet 110/120-Volt Alternating Current

Vehicle has two alternating current power outlets; truck bed power outlet.

Wireless Charging

Radio

AM-FM Radio

Playing radio, audio source page, favorites.

Finding a Station

Seeking a Station

Search for previous or next strong station or channel.

Browsing Stations

List all available stations or channels; navigate by scrolling.

HD Radio Technology

Satellite Radio

SiriusXM Radio Service

Subscription details and programming.

Storing Radio Station Presets

Seat Belt Reminders

Airbag Readiness Light

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Four-Wheel-Drive Light

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light

Vehicle Ahead Indicator

Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Driver Mode Control Light

Tire Pressure Light

Engine Oil Pressure Light (Uplevel Cluster)

Low Fuel Warning Light

Security Light

Cruise Control Light

Adaptive Cruise Control Light

Information Displays

Cluster Menu (Midlevel and Uplevel)

Tire Pressure

Trailer Brake

Head-Up Display (HUD)

HUD Display on the Windshield

Projects vehicle info onto windshield; brightness and angle adjustment.

Vehicle Messages

Engine Power Messages

ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED

Message indicating reduced propulsion power; conditions affecting it.

Vehicle Personalization

Collision/Detection Systems

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Exterior lamp controls and functions.

Exterior Lamp Controls

Task Lighting

IntelliBeam System

Driving with IntelliBeam

How IntelliBeam operates when driving over 40 km/h.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

Automatic Headlamp System

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change Signals

Fog Lamps

Interior Lighting

Battery Load Management

Battery Power Protection

Exterior Lighting Battery Saver

Infotainment System

Overview

How infotainment system is controlled via display, center stack, steering wheel, voice.

Navigation

Requires specific OnStar or connected service plan.

Steering Wheel Controls

Audio controls adjusted at steering wheel.

Using the System

How to use audio, phone, navigation, users, and settings.

Radio

AM-FM radio operation, playing, sound menu, finding stations.

Audio Players

Avoiding untrusted media devices, USB port, auxiliary jack, Bluetooth audio.

OnStar System

OnStar system overview, services, additional info.

Voice Recognition

Hands-free operation for navigation, audio, phone, weather.

Home Page

Audio

Phone

Bluetooth (Overview)

Interacting with mobile devices; hands-free calls, address book sharing.

Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)

Pairing and connecting Bluetooth device to vehicle.

Nav

Settings

Apple CarPlay

Android Auto

Apps

Infotainment Gestures

Touch/Tap

Select icon/option, activate application, change map location.

Touch and Hold

Start gesture, move or delete application.

Drag

Move applications on Home Page, or pan map.

Fling or Swipe

Scroll through list, pan map, or change page views.

Spread

Zoom in on map, images, or web page.

Pinch

Zoom out on map, images, or web page.

AM-FM Radio

Playing the Radio

From Home Page, touch Audio icon for active audio source page.

USB Port

Playing from a USB

My Media Library

USB MP3 Player and USB Devices

Auxiliary Jack

Bluetooth Audio

Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)

Pairing

Pairing and using Bluetooth phone.

Navigation

Using the Navigation System

How to use navigation system, maps, symbols.

Navigation Map View

Map and Navigation Settings

Adjusting map features, route preferences, voice control, traffic.

Maps

SD Card Error Messages

Explains common SD card error messages for navigation.

Navigation Symbols

Destination

Receiving destination directions from different sources.

Waypoints

Map Information

Active Guidance View

Lane Guidance

Junction View

Favorites

Accessing Favorites

Viewing favorites list.

Saving Favorites

Adding favorites from applications.

Smart POI Icons on Map (If Equipped)

Search

Search While in Motion with No Front Seat Passenger Present

Search While in Motion with Front Seat Passenger Present

Connected Navigation

OnStar System

Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Receiving directions via Advisor or sending to navigation screen.

Global Positioning System (GPS)

Vehicle Positioning

Problems with Route Guidance

Voice Recognition

Using Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition for the Radio

Voice Recognition for Audio MyMedia

Voice Recognition for Navigation (If Equipped)

Climate

Teen Driver

Manage Settings

Teen Driver Speed Limiter

Limits max vehicle speed; DIC displays message when speed is limited.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Maintenance section applies to gasoline engine vehicles.

Maintenance Schedule

Owner checks and services.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Lists recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts.

Owner Checks and Services

Engine Oil Change

Engine Air Filter Change

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Tire Rotation and Required Services

Additional Maintenance and Care

Belts

Brakes

Fluids

Tires

Vehicle Care

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Maintenance Records

Technical Data

Engine Identification

Capacities and Specifications

Transfer Case Fluid

Wheel Nut Torque

Engine Specifications

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to resolve concerns with dealership management or Chevrolet Customer Assistance.

Reporting Safety Defects

Reporting safety defects to US Government, Canadian Government, and General Motors.

OnStar

OnStar system overview, services, additional information.

Steps to Take

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Vehicle system connects to OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, Diagnostics.

OnStar Services

Emergency and Security services requiring active plan.

Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped)

MyChevrolet Mobile App (If Available)

Diagnostics

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