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Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

9159338) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

528

Index

Ordering

Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 495

Outlets

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Overheated Engine

Protection Operating Mode . . . . 384

Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189, 193

P

Pandora Internet Radio . . . . . . . . . 204
Park

Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287

Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288

Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Brake and P (Park)

Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 394

Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 288

Parking or Backing

Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 314

Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Passenger Compartment Air

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257

Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 82
Perchlorate Materials

Requirements, California . . . . . . 362

Personalization

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

Phone

Apple CarPlay and

Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

Bluetooth . . . . . . . .

222, 223,

227, 232

Pickup Conversion to

Chassis Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359

Pictures and

Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237, 241, 242

Port

USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209, 212

Power

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 284
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 385
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 71
Privacy

Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 498

Program

Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 492

Proposition

65 Warning,
California . . . . . . . . . . . .361, 388, 442

R

Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 496
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Radios

AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . 197, 199
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390

Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Recognition

Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216

Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472

Records

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 476

Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 447
Reimbursement Program,

GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 487

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Summary of Contents for Silverado 2016

Page 1: ...2k16_CS6_Chevrolet_Trk_Silverado_23133519A ai 1 9 4 2015 2 19 13 PM 2k16_CS6_Chevrolet_Trk_Silverado_23133519A ai 1 9 4 2015 2 19 13 PM ...

Page 2: ...Brief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 33 Seats and Restraints 57 Storage 119 Instruments and Controls 123 Lighting 178 Infotainment System 188 Climate Controls 250 Driving and Operating 259 Vehicle Care 360 Service and Maintenance 461 Technical Data 477 Customer Information 482 Reporting Safety Defects 497 OnStar 500 Index 520 ...

Page 3: ...s owner manual If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine If the vehicle has the bi fuel engine see the Silverado Sierra Bi Fuel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in ...

Page 4: ...els that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner manual has additional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle...

Page 5: ...amp High Low Beam Changer Heated Steering Wheel j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure g Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors O Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor _ Tow Haul Mode d Traction Control StabiliTrak a Under Pressure M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...hting 18 Windshield Wiper Washer 19 Climate Controls 19 Transmission 22 Four Wheel Drive 23 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 24 Radio s 24 Satellite Radio 25 Portable Audio Devices 25 Bluetooth 25 Steering Wheel Controls 26 Cruise Control 27 Driver Information Center DIC 27 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 28 Lane Departure Warning LDW 28 Lane Keep Assist LKA 28 Rear Vision Camera RVC 28 Par...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 6 In Brief Instrument Panel Base Shown Uplevel Similar ...

Page 8: ...nual Mode 0 292 10 Light Sensor See Automatic Headlamp System 0 181 11 Infotainment 0 189 12 Passenger Airbag On Off Switch If Equipped Out of View See Airbag On Off Switch 0 80 13 Heated and Ventilated Seats 0 13 If Equipped 14 Power Outlet 110 120 Volt Alternating Current If Equipped See Power Outlets 0 128 15 Power Outlets 0 128 If Equipped 16 g Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 3...

Page 9: ...0 152 21 Hood Release See Hood 0 363 22 Horn 0 126 23 Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 124 Out of View 24 Cruise Control 0 311 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 317 If Equipped 25 Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 143 26 Parking Brake 0 306 27 Electronic Transfer Case Control If Equipped See Four Wheel Drive 0 297 Card Holder If Equipped See Inst...

Page 10: ... of the vehicle Starting the Vehicle 1 Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash 3 Start the vehicle normally after entering When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on Remote start can be extended Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do one of the following Press and hold until the...

Page 11: ...ows If equipped turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the windows Power Windows Crew Double Cab Premium Trim Shown Other Models Similar If equipped the driver door has a switch to control all windows Each passenger door has a switch to control that window The power windows work when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See ...

Page 12: ... been turned to ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 284 Press the switch to open the window Pull the switch to close the window The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually See Power Sliding Rear Window in Rear Windows 0 55 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust a manual seat 1 Pull the handle at the front of the se...

Page 13: ... power lumbar support if equipped Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time If equipped press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support See Lumbar Adjustment 0 60 Reclining Se...

Page 14: ...ecline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise See Reclining Seatbacks 0 61 Memory Features Crew Double Cab Shown Other Models Similar If equipped the SET 1 2 and B Exit buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat outside mirrors and adjustable pedals if equipped Automatic Memory Recall and or Easy Exit Recall features may be enabled in...

Page 15: ...g sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts 0 66 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 68 Lap Shoulder Belt 0 68 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 96 Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system if equipped turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger ...

Page 16: ...or left to right to see a little of the side of the vehicle and to have a clear view behind the vehicle See Manual Mirrors 0 47 Power Mirrors Base Power Mirrors If equipped with power mirrors 1 Press 1 or 2 to select the driver or passenger side mirror 2 Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror up down right or left 3 Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the...

Page 17: ...s 0 49 The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats See Memory Seats 0 62 Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Manual Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind See Manual Rearview Mirror 0 51 Automatic ...

Page 18: ...ing wheel while driving Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment If equipped the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be changed The switch used to adjust the pedals is on the center stack below the climate controls Lift the switch up to move the pedals closer to your body Press the switch down to move the pedals away See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 0 280 Interior Lighting Dome Lamps T...

Page 19: ... lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel O Turns off the automatic headlamps Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps back on For vehicles first sold in Canada off will only work when the vehicle is in P Park AUTO Automatically turns on the headlamps parking lamps taillamps instrument panel lights roof marker lamps if equ...

Page 20: ... Slow wipes 3 INT Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes OFF Turns the windshield wipers off 8 For a single wipe turn to 8 then release For several wipes hold the band on 8 longer Lm Push the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield See Windshield Wiper Washer 0 126 Climate Controls These systems control the heating cooling and ventil...

Page 21: ...wner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 20 In Brief Climate Control System with Heater Only 1 Fan Control 2 Air Recirculation 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control ...

Page 22: ...10 21 15 In Brief 21 Climate Control System with Air Conditioning 1 Fan Control 2 A C Air Conditioning 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control 6 K Rear Window Defogger If Equipped f Outside Heated Mirror If Equipped 8 Outside Air If Equipped 7 Air Recirculation ...

Page 23: ... 250 or Climate Control Systems with Air Conditioning 0 252 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 253 If Equipped Transmission Range Selection Mode The Range Selection Mode switch if equipped is on the automatic transmission shift lever To enable 1 Move the shift lever to the M Manual Mode position The current range will display next to the M This is the highest attainable range with all lowe...

Page 24: ...Wheel Drive If the vehicle has Four Wheel Drive the engine s driving power can be sent to all four wheels for extra traction Transfer Case Controls The vehicle will have one of these three styles of transfer case controls Use these controls to shift into and out of the different four wheel drive modes Manual Transfer Case This transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver El...

Page 25: ...y or icy roads or in most off road situations N Neutral Shift to this setting only when towing the vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 447 or Trailer Towing 0 330 4 n Four Wheel Drive Low This setting sends maximum power to all four wheels Choose 4n when driving in deep sand mud or snow and while climbing or descending steep hills See Four Wheel Drive 0 297 Vehicle Features Infotainment Syst...

Page 26: ...iusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service For more information refer to www siriusxm com or call 1 866 635 2349 U S www xmradio ...

Page 27: ...Overview 0 500 or OnStar Overview 0 501 Bluetooth Voice Recognition Base Radio 0 227 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio 0 223 or Bluetooth Overview 0 222 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 232 or Bluetooth Overview in the infotainment manual i Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on ...

Page 28: ...eed Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory See Cruise Control 0 311 Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display is in the instrument cluster It shows the status of many vehicle systems If the vehicle has the base level instrument cluster the trip odometer reset stem is used to operate the DIC If the vehicle has the uplevel instrument cluster the right steerin...

Page 29: ...ay assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning LDW alert as the lane marking is crossed The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering Override LKA by turning the steering wheel LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings betwe...

Page 30: ...cess and replace when not in use See Power Outlets 0 128 Universal Remote System If equipped with the Universal Remote system these buttons will be in the front overhead console This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home automation devices See Universal Remote System 0 172 Sunroof If e...

Page 31: ...the automatic reversal system will detect the object and stop the sunroof See Sunroof 0 55 eAssist Features eAssist Overview For an eAssist vehicle see the Silverado Sierra eAssist supplement Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Stability Control The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of t...

Page 32: ...e vehicle is driven This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 417 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and on most vehicles ...

Page 33: ...d idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended schedul...

Page 34: ...7 Trailer Tow Mirrors 48 Power Mirrors 48 Folding Mirrors 49 Heated Mirrors 50 Automatic Dimming Mirror 50 Blind Spot Mirrors 50 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 51 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 51 Manual Rearview Mirror 51 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 52 Windows Windows 52 Manual Windows 52 Power Windows 52 Rear Windows 55 Sun Visors 55 Roof Sunroof 55 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving ch...

Page 35: ...try RKE transmitter if equipped are connected to the provided key rings The ignition key and key rings and RKE transmitter if equipped are designed to work together as a system to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position The ignition key has a small hole to allow attachment of the provided key ring It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hol...

Page 36: ... Repeat Steps 1 3 if additional keys are to be programmed If a key is lost or damaged see your dealer to have a new key made Programming without a Recognized Key Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer If there are no currently recognized keys available follow this procedure to program the first key This proc...

Page 37: ... may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The RKE transmitter functions may work up to 60 m 197 ft away from the ...

Page 38: ...or folding feature will not operate unless it is enabled See Folding Mirrors 0 49 and Vehicle Personalization 0 165 On some models press release and then press and hold K to open all of the windows Pressing the button again will stop the windows See Vehicle Alarm System 0 44 7 Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator The turn signal lamps flash and the hor...

Page 39: ...nd then the bottom toward the key ring Remote Vehicle Start If equipped with the remote start feature the climate control system will come on when the vehicle is started remotely depending on the outside temperature The rear defog and heated and ventilated seats if equipped may also come on See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 63 and Vehicle Personalization 0 165 Laws in some communities may re...

Page 40: ...UN to operate the vehicle Extending Engine Run Time The engine run time can be extended by 10 minutes for a total of 20 minutes if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the engine is still running An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting A maximum of two remote starts or a single start with an extension is allowed between ignition cycles The vehicle s ignition...

Page 41: ...d door when you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle From outside use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the key in the driver door From inside use the power door locks or manual door locks To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks push down or pull up on the manual lock knob From ...

Page 42: ...ehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 165 Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of P Park for automatic transmissions and vehicle speed is above 13 km h 8 mph for manual transmissions To unlock the doors Press K on a door Shift the transmission into P Park for an automatic transmission Rem...

Page 43: ...ry Power RAP 0 284 If the indicator light flashes the feature may not be working properly Doors Tailgate Warning It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death Do not allow peop...

Page 44: ...ight edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position prior to removing the left edge 3 Move the tailgate to the right and away to release the left edge Reverse this procedure to reinstall the tailgate Make sure the tailgate is secure Power Assist Steps If equipped the power assist steps when enabled...

Page 45: ...Press j again to extend to the tire A DIC message displays Press j again to return to normal operation Enable Disable To enable or disable the power assist steps press and hold j for four seconds A DIC message displays Cleaning Clean the power assist steps regularly For an automatic car wash extend the steps while in N Neutral using the center stack switch The steps will stow when shifting into D ...

Page 46: ... be activated The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door the liftgate or the hood is opened without first disarming the system When the alarm is activated the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds The alarm system will then re arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event Disarming the Alarm System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been act...

Page 47: ...e sensors in the front overhead console Close DVD screens if equipped before leaving the vehicle Inclination and Intrusion Sensors Disable Switch It is recommended that the intrusion and inclination sensors be deactivated if pets are left in the vehicle or if the vehicle is being transported With the vehicle turned off press o in the front overhead console The indicator light will come on momentar...

Page 48: ...lizer system to learn new or replacement keys Up to eight keys can be programmed for the vehicle To program additional keys see Keys 0 33 To program additional transmitters see Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 36 Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft system in the vehicle See your dealer to get a new key blank cut exactly as the ignition key that o...

Page 49: ... the driver preferred position for better vision The mirror may have a turn signal arrow that flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change If equipped the mirror housing may have auxiliary cargo and clearance lamps See Cargo Lamp 0 185 and Exterior Lamp Controls 0 178 Power Mirrors Base Power Mirrors If equipped with power mirrors 1 Press 1 or 2 to select the driver or passenger side mirror...

Page 50: ... fold the mirrors out to the driving position 2 Press 2 again to fold the mirrors in to the folded position The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats See Memory Seats 0 62 Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors will n...

Page 51: ...the rear window defogger also heats the side mirrors W Heated Side Mirrors If equipped press to turn the heated mirrors on or off If the vehicle has trailer tow mirrors only the upper glass of the mirror is heated The lower convex part of the towing mirrors is not heated See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control Systems with Heater Only 0 250 or Climate Control Systems with Air Conditioning 0...

Page 52: ...r your shoulder to double check before moving slowly into the adjacent lane Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with memory seats the passenger and or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R Reverse This allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking The mirror s return to the original position when The vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or remains in R Reverse for a...

Page 53: ...and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Manual Windows If equipped turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manu...

Page 54: ...d pull up the front of the switch to raise the window Express Down Windows If equipped the express down feature allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press the window switch down fully and release it to activate the express down feature The express down feature can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing the switch Express Up Window If equipped the driver window express up...

Page 55: ... Express Window Anti Pinch Override Warning If express override is activated the window will not reverse automatically You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before you use express override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path The anti pinch feature can be overridden in a supervised mode Hold the window switch in the partially or fully pul...

Page 56: ...switch to close the window The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or if equipped extend along the rod Roof Sunroof If equipped the sunroof operates when the ignition is in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Acce...

Page 57: ...rsal System The sunroof is equipped with an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof is being operated in express mode If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is express closing the reversal system will detect the object and stop In the event of closing difficulties like frost or other conditions it is possible to override the reversal system To override the rever...

Page 58: ...acing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 73 Airbag System Airbag System 74 Where Are the Airbags 76 When Should an Airbag Inflate 77 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 How Does an Airbag Restrain 79 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 79 Airbag On Off Switch 80 Passenger Sensing System 82 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 87 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 87 Airbag Sys...

Page 59: ...ccupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head re...

Page 60: ...Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust a manual seat 1 Pull the handle at the front of the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place To adjust the seatbac...

Page 61: ...r support see Lumbar Adjustment 0 60 Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes See Driver Assistance Systems 0 314 Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar If equipped move the lever up or down repeatedly to increase or decrease lumbar support Power Lumbar To adjust the power lumbar support if equipped Press and hold...

Page 62: ...could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Manual Reclining Seatbacks Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting ...

Page 63: ...ed to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat outside mirrors and adjustable pedals if equipped Storing Memory Positions To store positions to the 1 and 2 buttons 1 The ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY 2 Adjust the driver seat outside mirrors and adjustable pedals if equipped to the desired driving positions 3 Press and release SET A beep will sound 4 Immediately p...

Page 64: ...ion See Storing Memory Positions listed previously See also Vehicle Personalization 0 165 Easy exit recall automatically activates when one of the following occurs The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened within a short time The vehicle is turned off with the driver door open Obstructions If something has blocked the driver seat and or adjustable pedals while recalling a memory posi...

Page 65: ...tting and then to the off setting The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest If the heated seats are on high for an extended time their level may automatically be lowered Remote Start Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats During a remote start the heated or ventilated seats can be turned on automatically When it is cold outside the heated seat...

Page 66: ...back 3 Pull forward on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place To unfold the seat 1 Push the seat cushion rearward while pulling the release strap loop under the seat cushion Pull the seat cushion down until it latches 2 Pull up on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion Warning A safety belt that is i...

Page 67: ...son wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly It also describes some things not to do with safety belts Warning Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly In a ...

Page 68: ...ent panel or the safety belts When you wear a safety belt you and the vehicle slow down together There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and when worn properly your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am w...

Page 69: ...t buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the che...

Page 70: ...e and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the ...

Page 71: ...elt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Always stow the safety belt slowly If the safety belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out If this happens pull the safety belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing and then release it If the webbing is still locked in the retractor see your dealer Before a...

Page 72: ...ivation are met And if your vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash they will need to be replaced and the vehicle s safety belt system w...

Page 73: ...oulder belt see Lap Shoulder Belt 0 68 The vehicle may have a center seating position with a lap safety belt The lap safety belt does not have a retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug If the belt is ...

Page 74: ...s torn or frayed get a new one right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders 0 139 Keep safety belts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care 0 73 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry Warning Do not bleach or dye safety belt webbing It may severely weaken the webbing In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean and rinse safety be...

Page 75: ... A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the person seated directly behind the front outboard passenger All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger For seat mounte...

Page 76: ...d be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle The safety belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with bo...

Page 77: ... has seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger they are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side Crew Cab Shown Passenger Side Double and Regular Cabs Similar If the vehicle has roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboard passengers they are in the ceiling above the side windows Warning If something is bet...

Page 78: ...ontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling It depends on what is hit the direction of the impact and how quickly the vehicl...

Page 79: ...nding on the location of the impact Both roof rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck In addition these roof rail airbags are designed to inflate in a severe frontal impact The roof rail airbags are also rollover capable except on models sold as an incomplete vehicle with the pickup box removed If the roof rail airbags are rollover capable both roof rail airbags will al...

Page 80: ...ugh no system can prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate 0 77 Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates For an eAssist vehicle see the Silverado Sierra eAssist supplement...

Page 81: ...erate crash there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should attempt to restart the engine after a crash has occurred In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate...

Page 82: ...ront seat because My vehicle has no rear seat Although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat s of my vehicle or The child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can con...

Page 83: ...you turn it back on again Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system For example the front outboard passenger frontal airbag could inflate even though the airbag on off switch is turned off To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 139 for more inform...

Page 84: ...rontal airbag should be allowed to inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size Whenever possible children age 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if th...

Page 85: ...board passenger frontal airbag the off indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is off See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 141 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has a...

Page 86: ...ven if the child restraint is equipped with a safety belt lock off When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle sea...

Page 87: ...or an adult sized occupant the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash resulting in an increased risk of serious injury or even death An adult sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat du...

Page 88: ...ssories that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module steering wheel instrument panel roof rail airbag modules ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim o...

Page 89: ...485 or Customer Assistance Offices 0 485 Airbag System Check The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light 0 139 Caution If an airbag covering is damaged opened or broken the airbag may not work properly Do not open or break the airbag coverings If there are any opened or broken airbag cover...

Page 90: ...lable or if the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat If you have the choice a child should sit in a position with a lap sh...

Page 91: ... only one person at a time Warning Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The be...

Page 92: ...and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child...

Page 93: ...s The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear facing child restraint until age two or until they reach...

Page 94: ... to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window Securing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child ca...

Page 95: ... and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians CPSTs are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to ...

Page 96: ...oard passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat always move the front outboard passenger seat as far back as it will go I...

Page 97: ... be properly installed using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s safety belts Do not use both the safety belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear facing or forward facing child seat Booster seats use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the child in the booster seat If the manufacturer recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system this can be done as long as ...

Page 98: ...e vehicle The top tether attachment 2 on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tet...

Page 99: ...ors j Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist in locating the lower anchors on crew cab models each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For double cab models the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For regular cab models there is a...

Page 100: ... as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Be sure to read the following instructions to properly install a child restraint using these loops Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be att...

Page 101: ...r belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock and tig...

Page 102: ... Fold the passenger seatback forward to access the top tether anchor See Reclining Seatbacks 0 61 1 2 Find the top tether anchor 1 3 Remove the cover to expose the anchor 1 4 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the te...

Page 103: ...urer s instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 For forward facing child restraints attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor loop if your vehicle has one Follow the child restraint in...

Page 104: ... will not damage the vehicle If child restraints are installed in both outboard positions both top tethers can be attached to the center loop Top tethers can be attached for child restraints in all three rear seating positions at the same time following the routing instructions above 4 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child res...

Page 105: ...ighten the top tether to the top tether anchor loop Follow the child restraint instructions the vehicle LATCH anchor weight limits described at the beginning of this section and the following steps Example Rear Driver Side Position Example Rear Driver Side Position 3 1 For a top tether in the rear driver side position 3 1 1 Remove the headrest 3 1 2 Route the top tether 4 through the loop 3 on the...

Page 106: ...y tightened the anchor loop may bend This is normal and will not damage the vehicle If child restraints are installed in both outboard positions both top tethers can be attached to the center loop Top tethers can be attached for child restraints in all three rear seating positions at the same time following the routing instructions above 5 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it...

Page 107: ...removed reinstall the headrest before the seating position is used To reinstall the headrest 1 Insert the headrest posts into the holes in the top of the seatback with the longer chrome plated post toward the driver side of the vehicle 2 Push the headrest all the way down until it contacts the top of the seatback Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH syste...

Page 108: ... the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 96 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the ...

Page 109: ...ed if necessary 5 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing c...

Page 110: ... unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Reinstall the headrest before the seating position is used See Headrest Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 96 for additional information on installing the headrest properly Crew Cab 1 Put the child restrain...

Page 111: ... safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it For outboard rear seating positions if the child restrai...

Page 112: ...ger sensing system if equipped has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard seat always move the front p...

Page 113: ...e passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 141 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 P...

Page 114: ...de and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the vehicle is equipped with a passenger sensing system and when the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when the vehicle is started If a chil...

Page 115: ...ar back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system For example the front outboard passenger frontal airbag could inflate even though the airbag on off switch is turned off To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right...

Page 116: ...icator in the airbag off light should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Airbag On Off Light 0 140 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Push the latch plate...

Page 117: ...ack and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If you turned the airbag off with the switch if equipped turn on the front outboard passenger airbag when you remov...

Page 118: ...s that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached When using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the following instructions 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up ...

Page 119: ... locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 96 for more information on using the top tether anchors 8 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint a...

Page 120: ...ng Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage If equipped there is storage under the climate control system To access pull down on the handle Card Holder If equipped there is a card holder on the front instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Glove Box To access the u...

Page 121: ...access the cupholders Sunglasses Storage If equipped sunglasses storage is on the overhead console Press the fixed button on the cover and release to access Center Console Storage Bench Seat If equipped pull the front center seat armrest down to access the storage area with cupholders Press the button and lift to open There is a removable divider If equipped there are dual USB ports an accessory p...

Page 122: ...rage area See Power Outlets 0 128 USB Port Base Radio 0 209 or USB Port Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 212 and Auxiliary Jack 0 213 If equipped with the uplevel radio see the infotainment manual Floor Console Storage If equipped with front seat floor console storage unlock with the ignition key press the button and lift to open Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs The vehicle may be equipped...

Page 123: ...e toggle guide 3 Fasten the tie down firmly by hand only Do not use tools To remove 1 Remove the tie down loop completely by turning counterclockwise while holding the backing plate against the truck bed wall 2 Pull the backing plate away from the truck bed wall until a click is heard This locks the toggle into position on the toggle guide 3 Push the backing plate against the truck bed wall This a...

Page 124: ...ght 145 Four Wheel Drive Light 145 Tow Haul Mode Light 146 Hill Descent Control Light 146 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 2500 3500 Series 146 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 1500 Series 146 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 147 Traction Off Light 147 StabiliTrak OFF Light 147 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 148 Tire Pressure Light 148 Low Fuel Warning Light 148 Security Light 149 High Beam On Lig...

Page 125: ...gramming 175 Universal Remote System Operation 177 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Release the lever to lock the wheel in place Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel To adjust the tilt and telescoping steering wheel if equipped 1 Push the lever 1 down to move the steering wheel forward...

Page 126: ...iew 0 222 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 232 or Bluetooth Overview in the infotainment manual i Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call o or p Press to go to the previous or next menu option w or x Press to go to the next or previous selection V Press to select a highlighted menu opt...

Page 127: ...s OFF Turns the windshield wipers off 8 Mist For a single wipe turn to 8 then release For several wipes hold the band on 8 longer Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them Damaged wiper blades should be replaced See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 394 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor An internal circuit breaker to t...

Page 128: ...s system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites When the compass display shows CAL drive the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a GPS signal The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again See Compass Messages 0 156 for the messag...

Page 129: ...hen touch Time and Date 2 Touch Set Date and touch or ª to increase or decrease month day or year 3 Touch the or 0 screen button to go back to the previous menu To set the clock display 1 Touch the SETTINGS screen button and touch Time and Date 2 Touch Clock Display and touch OFF or ON to turn the clock display off or on 3 Touch the or 0 screen button to go back to the previous menu Power Outlets ...

Page 130: ...ent that exceeds the maximum 15 amp rating Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses If a problem is experienced see your dealer When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 355 Caution Hanging heavy equipment...

Page 131: ...ors and electric power tools Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer controlled electric blankets and touch sensor lamps Medical equipment Wireless Charging The vehicle may have wireless charging on top of the center console See Center Console Storage 0 120 The system wirelessly charges one PMA or Qi compatible mobile device To check for phone or other devi...

Page 132: ...harging pad 3 The will display on the V on the infotainment screen This indicates that the mobile device is properly positioned and charging If a phone is placed on the charging pad and does not display remove the phone from the pad turn 180 degrees and wait three seconds before placing aligning the phone on the pad again Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal th...

Page 133: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 132 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Cluster English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 134: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 Instruments and Controls 133 Uplevel Cluster English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 135: ...urce In the main view use w or x to change the station or go to the next or previous track Phone Press V to select the Phone app then press p to enter the Phone menu In the Phone menu if there is no active phone call view recent calls scroll through contacts select from the favorites or change the phone source If there is an active call mute the phone or switch to handset operation Navigation Pres...

Page 136: ...lected speed limit is exceeded a pop up warning is displayed with a chime Software Information Press p while Software Information is highlighted to display open source software information Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle s speed in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either kilometers or miles Trip O...

Page 137: ...fueled soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill...

Page 138: ...oil pressure Check the vehicle s oil as soon as possible See OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE under Engine Oil Messages 0 157 and Engine Oil 0 369 Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil if required but if the oi...

Page 139: ...g system light comes on See Charging System Light 0 142 for more information The voltmeter gauge may also read lower when in fuel economy mode This is normal Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is n...

Page 140: ...senger safety belt reminder light when the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on ...

Page 141: ... Airbag On Off Light If the vehicle has an airbag on off switch it also has a passenger airbag status indicator located in the overhead console United States Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off will light for several seconds as a system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator ON or...

Page 142: ...off switch is turned off To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 139 for more information including important safety information If the word ON or the on symbol is lit it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate See Airbag On Off Switch 0 80 for more information including important safety info...

Page 143: ...are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer for service Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 139 for more information including important s...

Page 144: ...red by the vehicle warranty Caution Modifications to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications can cause this light to come on This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also affect the vehicle s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories...

Page 145: ... Emissions Inspection Maintenance test or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 355 See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The light is on when the engine is running The light does not come on when the ignition is in ON RUN while the engine is off Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagn...

Page 146: ... is on Driving with the brake system Continued Warning Continued warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if...

Page 147: ...he Hill Descent Control light comes on when the system is ready for use When the light flashes the system is active See Hill Descent Control HDC 0 310 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 2500 3500 Series If equipped this light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced This light is green if LDW is on and ready to operate This light changes to amber a...

Page 148: ...e If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then turns off The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust ...

Page 149: ...itor System TPMS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A Driver Information Center DIC tire pressure message may also display See Tire Messages 0 161 Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value s...

Page 150: ...oblem with the theft deterrent system See Immobilizer Operation 0 46 High Beam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 180 IntelliBeam Light This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system if equipped is enabled See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 178 Front Fog Lamp Light For vehicles with fog lamps this light comes on when the fog lamps a...

Page 151: ...ough the following menu items Digital Speedometer Trip Fuel Range Average Fuel Economy Tire Pressure Remaining Oil Life Transmission Fluid Temperature Trailer Brake Hourmeter Unit Digital Speedometer The speedometer shows how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph The speedometer cannot be reset Trip Turn the trip odometer reset stem until TRIP displays...

Page 152: ...essage will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages 0 157 The oil should be changed as soon as possible See Engine Oil 0 369 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule 0 462 The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Do not reset the Oil Lif...

Page 153: ...or x Press to move up or down in a list In the main view you can press up and down to move between different info app pages o or p Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster V Set Reset Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens DIC Info Page Options The info pages on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Settings menu...

Page 154: ...s When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See Engine Oil Messages 0 157 The oil should be changed as soon as possible See Engine Oil 0 369 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule 0 462 The Oil Life display must be reset after ...

Page 155: ...lay is active and the timer is running To reset the timer to zero press and hold V while this display is active or press p and select reset Speed Limit If Equipped Shows sign information which comes from a roadway database in the onboard navigation Engine Hours Shows the total number of hours the engine has run Transmission Fluid Temperature Shows the temperature of the automatic transmission flui...

Page 156: ...es will sound Start the vehicle immediately If the vehicle is not started and the battery continues to discharge the climate controls heated seats and audio systems will shut off and the vehicle may require a jump start These systems will function again after the vehicle is started BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the battery voltage drops below expected levels and features are disa...

Page 157: ...n If this message still displays either your vehicle or the trailer needs service See your dealer See Integrated Trailer Brake Control System under Towing Equipment 0 345 for more information Compass Messages Dashes may be displayed if the vehicle temporarily loses communication with the Global Positioning System GPS Door Ajar Messages DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime may sound if a doo...

Page 158: ...r information on how to reset the message See Engine Oil 0 369 and Maintenance Schedule 0 462 ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL On some vehicles this message displays when the engine oil level may be too low Check the oil level before filling to the recommended level If the oil is not low and this message remains on take the vehicle to your dealer for service See Engine Oil 0 369 ENGINE OIL HOT IDLE ENGINE T...

Page 159: ... or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn this light and message off Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter See Battery Replacement unde...

Page 160: ... for service Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK If this message displays it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system If you see this message try to reset the system Stop turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds then start the engine again If this message still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your dealer for service The vehicle is safe to drive h...

Page 161: ...e to driving conditions An engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See your dealer The transfer case is in Four Wheel Drive Low The message turns off as soon as the conditions that caused the message to be displayed are no longer present Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIRBAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system Take the vehicl...

Page 162: ...y be slightly higher than normal The vehicle is still safe to drive Use caution while in reduced assist mode If this message is persistent or appears repeatedly take the vehicle to your dealer for service See Steering 0 262 SERVICE POWER STEERING 1500 Series This message displays when there is a problem with electric power steering If this message displays and a reduction in steering performance o...

Page 163: ...d Tire Pressure 0 416 The DIC also shows the tire pressure values See Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 150 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 152 Transmission Messages 4WD OFF If equipped with four wheel drive this message displays when the four wheel drive system is temporarily disabled due to an overheated condition The vehicle will run in two wheel drive when this message is p...

Page 164: ...eeds service See your dealer SHIFT DENIED This message displays when the shift lever is in M Manual Mode and a transmission range has been selected that is unavailable at the current vehicle speed TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO NEUTRAL If a four wheel drive shift out of 4 n is requested and the vehicle speed is correct but the transmission is not in N Neutral this message will display until the transmis...

Page 165: ...n back on This message clears if the trailer is reconnected This message also clears if you acknowledge it If this message still displays either the vehicle or the trailer needs service See your dealer See Integrated Trailer Brake Control System under Towing Equipment 0 345 ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible TRAILER CONNECTED On vehicles with the In...

Page 166: ...ase Radio Audio System Controls MENU Press to enter menus and select menu items Turn to scroll through the menus o BACK Press to return to the previous menu or exit Base Radio with Touchscreen Audio System Controls Press to access the Home Page Menu Q or R Touch to scroll through the menus or setup items 0 Touch to exit or return to the previous screen or menu Uplevel Radio Audio System Controls 1...

Page 167: ...nter to go to the confirmation screen 3 Re enter the four digit code Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or unlock the system Press Back to go back to the previous menu Radio Select and the following may display Manage Favorites Number of Favorites Shown Audible Touch Feedback Text Scroll Tone Settings Auto Volume Maximum Startup Volume Audio Cue Volume Manage Favorites This allows favorites to be edited...

Page 168: ... to increase or decrease the volume Vehicle Select and the following may display Climate and Air Quality Collision Detection Systems Comfort and Convenience Lighting Power Door Locks Remote Lock Unlock Start Climate and Air Quality Select and the following may display Auto Fan Max Speed Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Max Speed This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed Select Low Medium or High Au...

Page 169: ...ted to R Reverse to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels Select Off On Driver and Passenger On Driver or On Passenger Auto Mirror Folding When on the outside rearview mirrors will automatically fold or unfold when the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter lock or unlock button is pressed and held Select Off or On Lighting Select and the following may display Vehicle Locator Lights ...

Page 170: ...t type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Select Off Lights and Horn Lights Only or Horn Only Remote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter Select All Doors or Driver Door Remote Start Auto Cool Seats If equipped and turned on this feature will turn the ventilated seats on when using remote start on wa...

Page 171: ...n 0 232 or Pairing in Infotainment Controls under Bluetooth in the infotainment manual Discoverable This allows the system to find a device Select Off or On Device Management Select to connect to a different phone source disconnect a phone or delete a phone Ringtones Select to change the ring tone for the specific phone The phone does not need to be connected to change the ring tones Voice Mail Nu...

Page 172: ...his feature adjusts the voice prompt length Select Short or Long Audio Feedback Speed This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed Select Slow Medium or Fast Voice Select and the following may display Prompt Length Audio Feedback Speed Prompt Length This feature adjusts the voice prompt length Select Short or Long Audio Feedback Speed This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed Select Slow Medi...

Page 173: ...Restore or Cancel Clear All Private Data This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle Select Delete or Cancel Restore Radio Settings This allows selection to restore radio settings Select Restore or Cancel Software Information Select to view the infotainment system current software information Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 496 or Radio Frequency...

Page 174: ...stions or help programming the Universal Remote system call 1 800 355 3515 or see www homelink com Programming involves time sensitive actions and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm 1 to 3 in away from the Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view The hand held transmitt...

Page 175: ...me button a second time for two seconds then release it Again if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash press and hold the same button a third time for two seconds then release it The Universal Remote system should now activate the garage door Repeat the process for programming the two remaining buttons Radio Signals for Canada and Some Gate Operators For questions or progra...

Page 176: ...programming when vehicle ownership is terminated See Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons later in this section To program a garage door opener park outside directly in line with and facing the garage door opener receiver Clear all people and objects near the garage door Make sure the hand held transmitter has a new battery for quick and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Progr...

Page 177: ...n or the garage door moves programming is complete If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds then changes to a solid light and the garage door does not move continue with programming Steps 4 6 Learn or Smart Button 4 After completing Steps 1 3 locate the Learn or Smart button inside the garage on the garage door opener receiver The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer ...

Page 178: ...em The Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 3 under Programming the Universal Remote System to complete Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least one half second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted E...

Page 179: ...mination Control 184 Cargo Lamp 185 Dome Lamps 185 Reading Lamps 185 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 186 Exit Lighting 186 Battery Load Management 186 Battery Power Protection 187 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel O Off Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps DRL Turn the headlamp con...

Page 180: ...rained Turn the headlamp control off and then back to the headlamp on position to make the headlamps stay on for an additional 10 minutes To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes the ignition must be in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position Fog Lamps If Equipped Turns on the fog lamps See Fog Lamps 0 183 IntelliBeam System If equipped this system turns the vehicle s high beam headlamps on and ...

Page 181: ...ny of the following The other vehicle s lamps are missing damaged obstructed from view or otherwise undetected The other vehicle s lamps are covered with dirt snow and or road spray The other vehicle s lamps cannot be detected due to dense exhaust smoke fog snow road spray mist or other airborne obstructions The vehicle s windshield is dirty cracked or obstructed by something that blocks the view ...

Page 182: ...elease the lever to return to normal operation Daytime Running Lamps DRL DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of the vehicle during the day Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp control is in AUTO The transmission is not in P Park The light sensor determ...

Page 183: ...bright position See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 184 When it is bright enough outside the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps DRL The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to O or the ignition is off Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control i...

Page 184: ... not come on a signal bulb could be burned out If equipped with LED turn signals see your dealer Replace any burned out bulbs If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses 0 400 Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for more than 1 2 km 0 75 mi a chime sounds at each flash of the turn signal The message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the Driver Information Center DIC To tur...

Page 185: ...or The emergency roof lamp circuit is fused at 30 amps so the total current draw of the attached lamps should be less than this value The attachment points for the roof lamp circuits are two blunt cut wires above the overhead console a dark green with blue stripe switched power wire and a black ground wire For information on roof mounted emergency lamp installation see www gmupfitter com or contac...

Page 186: ...must be in the P Park position to operate the cargo lamp The lights on the outside rearview mirrors turn on if the shift lever is in the R Reverse N Neutral or P Park position Dome Lamps There are dome lamps in the overhead console and the headliner if equipped To change the dome lamp settings press the following OFF Turns the lamps off even when a door is open DOOR The lamps come on automatically...

Page 187: ...ps and the interior lamps come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when the key is removed from the ignition The exterior and interior lamps remain on for a set amount of time and then automatically turn off The interior lamps do not come on if the dome lamp control is in the Off position The exterior lamps turn off immediately by turning the exterior lamps control off This feature can b...

Page 188: ...ssory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories Normally these actions occur in steps or levels without being noticeable In rare cases at the highest l...

Page 189: ...3 Fixed Mast Antenna 203 Multi Band Antenna 203 Pandora Internet Radio 204 Audio Players CD Player 207 USB Port Base Radio 209 USB Port Base Radio with Touchscreen 212 Auxiliary Jack 213 Bluetooth Audio 215 Voice Recognition Voice Recognition 216 Phone Bluetooth Overview 222 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio 223 Bluetooth Voice Recognition Base Radio 227 Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Ba...

Page 190: ...y out when they are unavailable Many infotainment features are also available through the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls Before driving Become familiar with the operation faceplate buttons and screen buttons Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single b...

Page 191: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 190 Infotainment System Radio with CD ...

Page 192: ... the menu for the current audio source Press to select the highlighted menu option Turn to scroll through a list Turn to manually select a station 5 CD Slot If Equipped 6 o BACK Press to return to the previous screen in a menu 7 Press to go to the Home Page from any point in the system See Home Page following 8 X If Equipped or TONE If Equipped Press X to eject the CD if equipped Press TONE to ope...

Page 193: ...ld g to quickly reverse through a track Release the button to return to playing speed Press and hold l to fast forward through a track Release the button to return to playing speed 10 RADIO Press to change the audio source between AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped 11 MEDIA Press to change the audio source between CD USB AUX and Bluetooth Audio if equipped 12 O Press to turn the audio on Press and hold...

Page 194: ...age Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 196 2 7 Radio Press and release to go to the previous station or channel Press and hold to fast seek the next strongest previous station or channel USB BT Music Movies Pictures Press and hold to go to the previous content Press and hold to fast rewind 3 O Press to turn the power on Press and hold to turn the power off Press to mute the system when on Turn to decre...

Page 195: ... Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 199 or AM FM Radio Base Radio 0 197 Satellite Radio Base Radio 0 201 or Satellite Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 201 CD Player 0 207 Auxiliary Jack 0 213 and Bluetooth Audio 0 215 PHONE Select the PHONE screen icon to display the Phone main page See Bluetooth Voice Recognition Base Radio 0 227 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio 0 223 or Bluetoot...

Page 196: ... select a favorite To delete a favorite press the button just below the DELETE screen button To move a favorite press the MOVE screen button Turn the MENU knob to select a new location then press the DROP screen button to select the new location Select o BACK to go back to the previous menu Number of Favorites Shown Select Auto and the system will automatically adjust the number of favorite pages ...

Page 197: ...ct Restore Radio Settings A screen displays stating all personalized radio settings will be restored back to the factory settings Select Cancel or Confirm English and Metric Unit Conversion To change the display units between English and metric units see Driver Information Center DIC Base Level 0 150 or Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel 0 152 or Instrument Cluster 0 132 Home Page Base Radio wi...

Page 198: ...r OnStar Overview 0 501 Software Updates See the website for more information Website Information In the U S see www chevrolet com In Canada see www chevrolet gm ca In Mexico see www chevrolet com mx Radio AM FM Radio Base Radio Playing the Radio While on the audio main page press the RADIO button repeatedly to cycle through the available sources AM FM and SiriusXM if equipped or press the MEDIA b...

Page 199: ...und sound from nearly any audio source EQ Equalizer If equipped with a Bose sound system turn the MENU knob to highlight Turn the MENU knob to scroll through the options Press the MENU knob to select Press the o BACK button to go to the previous menu Station List Select to display a list of AM or FM stations Press o BACK to go to the previous menu Auto Volume If equipped this feature adjusts the v...

Page 200: ...adio Base Radio with Touchscreen Playing the Radio Audio Source Menu Press to go to the Home Page O Press to turn on mute or unmute the system Press and hold to turn off the system Selecting a Band Press then touch AUDIO Source then select AM FM or SXM if equipped The last station that was playing starts playing again System Settings Auto Volume This feature automatically adjusts the radio volume ...

Page 201: ... Touch Tune Enter the station number Touch Go or t or u to go to the pervious or next station Favorite Touch S or T to scroll through the favorites Touch on the station to select it Station List From the AM or FM menu touch MENU Select Station List Touch Q or R to scroll through the list Touch the station to select it Update Station List From the AM or FM menu touch MENU then touch Update Station ...

Page 202: ...Channels To browse the SiriusXM channels 1 Press the MENU knob 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight XM Channel List 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the desired XM Channels Satellite Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen Vehicles with an SXM Satellite Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite ra...

Page 203: ...em 3 Touch 0 to return to the previous menu Channel List 1 Touch Channel List from the SXM menu The channel list is displayed 2 Touch Q or R to find the desired channel Tune to the channel by selecting it Tone Settings From the tone settings menu the sound features can be set up for SiriusXM audio and each audio player s functions 1 Touch Tone Settings The tone settings screen is displayed See Ton...

Page 204: ...dio reception Tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM signal for a period of time Cell Phone Usage Cell phone usage such as making or receiving phone calls charging or just having the phone on may cause static interference i...

Page 205: ...rols Base Radio 0 223 or Bluetooth Overview 0 222 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 232 For first time use set up the stations before connecting to the vehicle The Pandora icon will be available on the Home Page When Pandora is chosen the Pandora logo will populate on the screen and the system will display Acquiring Pandora Radio Station Launch times can be significa...

Page 206: ...lay on this station This feature is only available on user created stations When selected Pandora stores this information and is highlighted for the remainder of the track This helps Pandora choose which tracks should play on this station d When selected Pandora changes to the next track r or j Select to play or pause playback Pandora Skip Limit Pandora limits the number of skips allowed on their ...

Page 207: ...K to dismiss Loss of Audio Loss of Pandora audio can happen in different ways Weak or lost data connection Device needs to be charged Application needs to be relaunched Connection between phone and radio lost An iPhone is connected to both Bluetooth and the USB port Playback can be resumed from a loss of audio by double tapping on the iPhone home button then scrolling through the icons to find an ...

Page 208: ...W MP3 or unprotected WMA formats When playing any compatible recordable disc the sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded or the way the disc has been handled There can be increased skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the disc for damage or try a...

Page 209: ...the CD main page press to pause Press again to resume Z Press Z to play the songs in random order Press again to turn off If a Blu ray Disc or DVD disc is loaded into the disc player and the CD screen button is selected a message comes on the screen to use the Video application The Video application is only available on vehicles with Rear Seat Entertainment RSE CD Menu While on the CD main page pr...

Page 210: ... an MP3 CD follow the same instructions as Playing an Audio CD The following guidelines must be met when creating an MP3 disc otherwise the CD might not play Sampling rate 16 kHz 22 05 kHz 24 kHz 32 kHz 44 1 kHz and 48 kHz Bit rates supported 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 192 224 256 and 320 kbps Maximum number of folders eight folders with 255 files per folder Maximum of 1 000 file...

Page 211: ... USB menu and the following may display Browse Select to display the files and folders on the USB device Tone Settings Select to adjust Bass Midrange Treble Balance Fade and EQ Equalizer See Tone Settings under Playing an Audio CD in CD Player 0 207 Auto Volume If equipped see Playing an Audio CD in CD Player 0 207 EQ Equalizer If equipped this feature adjusts the equalizer settings See EQ Equaliz...

Page 212: ...ce Media later in this section Tone Settings Select to adjust Bass Midrange Treble Balance Fade and EQ Equalizer See Tone Settings under Playing an Audio CD in CD Player 0 207 Auto Volume If equipped see Playing an Audio CD in CD Player 0 207 EQ Equalizer If equipped this feature adjusts the Equalizer settings See EQ Equalizer in AM FM Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 199 or AM FM Radio Base Ra...

Page 213: ...the list to begin playback USB Port Base Radio with Touchscreen Using the USB Port The infotainment system can play music or movies by connecting an auxiliary device to the USB port USB Support If equipped the USB connector is in the center stack below the climate controls and uses the USB 2 0 standard USB Supported Devices USB Flash Drives Portable USB Hard Drives Not all iPods and USB drives are...

Page 214: ... Movies are not available while driving If the USB storage device is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch GALLERY 3 Touch s 4 Touch the desired Movie Viewing Pictures Pictures are not available while driving If the USB storage device is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch GALLERY 3 Touch Auxiliary Jack This vehicle may have an AUX jack in the center console or armrest See Center Console Storage 0 120 P...

Page 215: ...em has finished reading the information on the device Playing Music To play the music from the device if the device is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch AUDIO 3 Touch Source 4 Touch AUX To adjust the tone settings See Audio Settings in System Settings under AM FM Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 199 or AM FM Radio Base Radio 0 197 Playing Movies Movies are not available while driving If the dev...

Page 216: ...aired go into the audio application from the Home Page or via the application tray Select MEDIA until Bluetooth displays Bluetooth Audio Menu Press the MENU screen button to display the Bluetooth Audio menu The following may be available Tone Turn the MENU knob to adjust the tone settings Press o BACK to go back to the previous menu Manage Bluetooth Devices Select to go to the Bluetooth page to ad...

Page 217: ... to complete the first command would be to indicate the kind of task that is to be performed The system replies with prompts that lead through a dialog to enter the necessary information Voice recognition can be used when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 284 Using Voice Recognition Voice recognition becomes available once the syst...

Page 218: ...number list instead of speaking the number associated with the entry desired Canceling Voice Recognition Press the Home screen button to terminate the voice recognition session which was initiated by pressing g on the infotainment screen on the center stack Press or say Cancel or Exit to terminate the voice recognition session and display the screen from which voice recognition was initiated Press...

Page 219: ...made by manually selecting the item or by speaking the line number for the item to select When a screen contains a list options may be available but not displayed The list on a voice recognition screen functions the same as a list on other screens Scrolling can be used to help display other entries from the list Manually scrolling or paging the list on a screen during a voice recognition session s...

Page 220: ...station whose channel number is identified in the command Tune to XM XM channel name Tune to the SiriusXM if equipped radio station whose channel name is identified in the command Voice Recognition for Audio My Media If browsing My Media when the voice button is selected the voice recognition commands for My Media features are available Play Artist Begin a dialog to enter a specific Artist name Pl...

Page 221: ...rought into the vehicle It may be necessary to handle large amounts of media content in a different way than smaller amounts of media The system may limit the options of voice recognition by not allowing selection of song titles by voice at the highest level if the number of songs exceeds the maximum limit Voice command option changes through media content limits are Song files including other ind...

Page 222: ...Phone Begins the Bluetooth pairing process Follow instructions on the radio display Switch Phone Select a different phone for outgoing calls Voice Keypad Begins a dialog to enter special numbers like international numbers The numbers can be entered in groups of digits with each group of digits being repeated back by the system If the group of digits is not correct the command Delete will remove th...

Page 223: ...n this section If the cell phone has voice dialing capability learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list See Deleting a Paired Phone and or Deleting a Bluetooth Device in this section Warning When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment system Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often ...

Page 224: ...voice commands if there is too much background noise such as noise from open windows or loud talking inside the vehicle When to Speak A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice command Wait for the tone and then speak How to Speak Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice Audio System When using the Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers ...

Page 225: ...ess the PHONE screen button then press the MENU knob to select the PHONE screen button If a device has been previously paired the main Phone menu will be shown If no devices have been paired Step 2 can be skipped 2 Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones 3 Press the button just below the PAIR screen button A four digit Personal Identification Number PIN appears on the display The PIN ...

Page 226: ...cted and selected the following may display Recent Calls Turn the MENU knob to highlight Recent Calls and press to select Contacts Turn the MENU knob to highlight Contacts and press to select Keypad Turn the MENU knob to highlight Keypad and press to select Active Call Turn the MENU knob to highlight Active Call and press to select and display the active call screen Manage Phones Turn the MENU kno...

Page 227: ...n the MENU knob to highlight Recent Calls and press to select If necessary select between Missed Recent and Sent calls by pressing the button below the appropriate screen button 3 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the contact or the phone number 4 Press the MENU knob to call the contact Making a Call Using the Keypad To make a call 1 From the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHO...

Page 228: ...m can send numbers during a call This is used when calling a menu driven phone system 1 When a call is active press the button just below the KEYPAD screen button 2 Turn the MENU knob to highlight the first digit and press to select If not initially in the phone application from the Home Page turn the MENU knob then press to select the PHONE screen button From the PHONE main menu turn the MENU kno...

Page 229: ...m can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle the system responds with is connected after that phone name 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say List Deleting a Paired Phone If the phone name to delete is unknown see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone ...

Page 230: ...ed number is recognized by the system say Correction at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the digits recognized by the system say Verify at any time 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Store 3 Say each digit one at a time After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say ...

Page 231: ...ico 1 Press g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say 066 4 Say Dial or Call Using the Digit Dial Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Correction at any time to...

Page 232: ...umber of the third party to be called 4 Once the call is connected press g to link all callers together Ending a Call Press i to end a call Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone The cell phone must be paired and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred The connection process can take up to two minutes after the igni...

Page 233: ... information see Deleting a Paired Phone Bluetooth Infotainment Controls Base Radio with Touchscreen To use infotainment controls to access the menu system see Overview Base Radio 0 189 or Overview Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 193 Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See your cell phone manufacturer s...

Page 234: ...fotainment system are successfully paired the phone screen is displayed on the infotainment system Pairing a Phone SSP and Paired Device When a paired device is on the infotainment system and SSP is supported 1 Press 2 Touch Settings 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the desired device to pair When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired Z 5 is displayed...

Page 235: ...t supported 1 Press 2 Touch Settings 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the desired device to pair When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired Z 5 is displayed on the pair device screen If no desired device is available go to Step 5 5 Touch Search Device to search for the desired device 6 Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 7 Inp...

Page 236: ...t connect the item as a stereo headset e will appear on the screen if the stereo headset is successfully connected The sound played by the Bluetooth device is delivered through the infotainment system Bluetooth music can be played only when a Bluetooth device has been connected To play Bluetooth music connect the Bluetooth phone to the infotainment system If the Bluetooth device is disconnected wh...

Page 237: ...his is done in a different mode then the device transmits the order to stop Depending on the bluetooth device options this order to play stop may take time to activate If the Bluetooth music playback is not functioning then check to see if the bluetooth device is in the waiting screen mode Sounds may be cut off during the Bluetooth music playback The infotainment system outputs the audio from the ...

Page 238: ...es Audio System with Touchscreen The infotainment system can play the music files contained in the USB storage device or iPod iPhone products Audio System Information Using MP3 WMA OGG WAV Files Music files with mp3 wma ogg and wav file name extensions can be played MP3 files that can be played are Bit rate 8 kbps to 320 kbps Sampling frequency 48 kHz 44 1 kHz 32 kHz 24 kHz 22 05 kHz and 16 kHz Fi...

Page 239: ...vies viewing photo files or upgrading Do not use the USB terminal to charge USB accessory equipment The heat generated may cause performance issues or damage Music files to which Digital Right Management DRM is applied cannot be played USB storage device capacity limit is 2 500 music files 2 500 photo files 250 movie files 2 500 folders and 10 stages of folder structure The iPod iPhone can play al...

Page 240: ...ch Source Touch USB To stop the USB device and select another media source touch Source then select the other source To remove the USB device select another function then remove the USB device Pause Touch j to pause Touch r to resume Changing to Next Previous Files Touch l to change to the next file Touch g within five seconds of the playback time to play the previous file Returning to the Beginni...

Page 241: ...TP supported device Play will start automatically after the system has finished reading the MTP device If a non readable MTP device is connected an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function iPod iPhone Player This feature is limited to models supporting the iPod iPhone connection Playing Music Files Connect the iPod iPhone to the USB port Play will start from...

Page 242: ... Browse Music 2 Touch the desired music Tone Settings Touch Tone Settings The Tone Settings menu is displayed See Tone Settings under System Settings in AM FM Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 199 or AM FM Radio Base Radio 0 197 Auto Volume Touch Auto Volume The Auto Volume menu is displayed See Auto Volume under System Settings in AM FM Radio Base Radio with Touchscreen 0 199 or AM FM Radio Bas...

Page 243: ...n of the slide show interval Clock Temp Display Allows selection of On or Off to show the clock and temperature on the full screen Display Settings Adjusts for Brightness and Contrast 3 Touch 0 to exit Pictures and Movies Movie System with Touchscreen The infotainment system can play movie files stored on a USB storage device and devices that support Media Transfer Protocol MTP Movie System Inform...

Page 244: ...orward or Backward Touch and hold t or u during playback to rewind or fast forward Release the button to resume playback at normal speed Viewing Full Screen Touch t from the movie screen Touch t again to return to the previous screen Using the USB Movie Menu 1 Touch MENU from the movie screen 2 Touch the appropriate menu Tone Settings Shows the sound setup See Tone Settings under Base Radio with T...

Page 245: ...ng subject to change Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at www siriusxm com SiriusXM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada In Canada Some deterioration of service may occur in extreme northern latitudes This is beyond the control of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Explicit Language Notice Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL p...

Page 246: ...0 to present Gracenote Gracenote Software copyright 2000 to present Gracenote One or more patents owned by Gracenote may apply to this product and service See the Gracenote website for a non exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents Gracenote CDDB MusicID MediaVOCS the Gracenote logo and logotype and the Powered by Gracenote logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in...

Page 247: ... uses a unique identifier to track queries for statistical purposes The purpose of a randomly assigned numeric identifier is to allow the Gracenote service to count queries without knowing anything about who you are For more information see the web page for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for the Gracenote service The Gracenote Software and each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you AS IS Gracen...

Page 248: ...KG All Rights Reserved The product you have purchased Product contains Software Runtime Configuration No 505962 Software which is distributed by or on behalf of the Product manufacturer Manufacturer under license from Software Systems Co QSSC You may only use the Software in the Product and in compliance with the license terms below Subject to the terms and conditions of this License QSSC hereby g...

Page 249: ...IGENT ACTS IN NO EVENT SHALL QSSC ITS AFFILIATES OR THEIR LICENSORS BE LIABLE TO YOU UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY WHETHER IN TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE FOR DAMAGES INCLUDING ANY DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY CHARACTER ARISING AS A RESULT OF THIS LICENSE OR OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOS...

Page 250: ... 15 Infotainment System 249 END USER NOTICE The marks of companies displayed by this product to indicate business locations are the marks of their respective owners The use of such marks in this product does not imply any sponsorship approval or endorsement by such companies of this product ...

Page 251: ...limate Control Systems with Heater Only With this system the heating and ventilation can be controlled 1 Fan Control 2 Air Recirculation 3 Air Delivery Mode Controls 4 Defrost 5 TEMP Temperature Control TEMP Temperature Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle 9 Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the f...

Page 252: ...ars the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield floor outlets and side window vents 0 Defrost Press to clear the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield and the side window vents The system automatically forces outside air into the vehicle Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear See Air Vents 0 257 Recirculation Press to turn ...

Page 253: ...fan speed Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the fan off Air Delivery Mode Controls Press Y or to change the direction of the airflow An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button Y Vent Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Air is divided between the instrument panel and floor outlets Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets with some air directed to...

Page 254: ...e air conditioning is enabled If the fan is turned off the air conditioner will not run The A C light will stay on even if the outside temperatures are below freezing Rear Window Defogger K Rear Window Defogger If equipped press to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on The rear window defogger only works when t...

Page 255: ... adjusted the auto indicator turns off and displays will show the selected settings To place the system in automatic mode 1 Press AUTO 2 Set the driver and passenger temperature To find your comfort setting start with 22 C 72 F and allow the system time to stabilize Then adjust the temperature as needed for best comfort To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster recirculation may be...

Page 256: ...anual mode Press AUTO to return to automatic operation Y Vent Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Air is divided between the instrument panel and floor outlets Some air is directed toward the windshield and side window outlets Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets with some to the windshield side window outlets and second row floor outlets Defog This mode clears the windo...

Page 257: ...h sharp objects Heated Mirror If equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors the mirrors heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror when the rear window defog button is pressed See Heated Mirrors 0 50 Sensors The solar sensor located in the defrost grille in the middle of the instrument panel monitors the solar heat Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not work pr...

Page 258: ...rn vent airflow on or off based on the mode selected Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the s...

Page 259: ...abs 7 Reverse the steps to reinstall the glove box See your dealer if additional assistance is needed Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle It should only be r...

Page 260: ...7 Parking Manual Transmission 288 Parking over Things That Burn 288 Active Fuel Management 288 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 288 Running the Vehicle While Parked 289 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 289 Manual Mode 292 Tow Haul Mode 295 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 296 Drive Systems Four Wheel Drive 297 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 305 Parking Brake 306 Brake Assist 307...

Page 261: ...a To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become famili...

Page 262: ...tal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle Braking steering and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push t...

Page 263: ...500 Series 0 385 or Power Steering Fluid 2500 3500 Series 0 385 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system malfunctions the vehicle can be steered but may require increased effort See your dealer 2500 3500 Series Double Cab Crew Cab with Digital Steer Assist The vehicle has a Digital Steer Assist power steering system that varies the amount of effort required to steer ...

Page 264: ... accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three control systems Braking...

Page 265: ...ires must not be driven off road except on a level solid surface For contact information about the original equipment tires see the warranty manual One of the best ways for successful off road driving is to control the speed Warning When driving off road bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash You and your passenge...

Page 266: ... information about loading the vehicle see Vehicle Load Limits 0 272 and Tires 0 407 Environmental Concerns Always use established trails roads and areas that have been set aside for public off road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations Do not damage shrubs flowers trees or grasses or disturb wildlife Do not park over things that burn See Parking over Things That Burn 0 288 Driving ...

Page 267: ...n if the transmission is in P Park This is because the N Neutral position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If leaving the vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to P Park Shift the transfer case to any position but N Neutral When driving down a hill keep the vehicle headed straight down Use a low gear because the engine will wor...

Page 268: ...r a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline more severe If a rock is driven across with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or ...

Page 269: ... cover the wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe Deep water can damage the axle and other vehicle parts If the standing water is not too deep drive slowly through it At faster speeds water splashes and the vehicle can stall When going through water the brakes get wet and it may take longer to stop See Driving on Wet Roads later in this section After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has ...

Page 270: ...ugh When the vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down other wet weather driving tips include Allow extra following distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid rese...

Page 271: ...n until roads can be treated For Slippery Road Driving Accelerate gently Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires slick Turn on Traction Control See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 308 The Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle stability during hard stops but the brakes should be applied sooner than when on dry pavement See Antilo...

Page 272: ...vehicle and then shut the engine off and partially close the window Moving about to keep warm also helps If it takes time for help to arrive when running the engine push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If the Vehicle...

Page 273: ... 447 Recovery hooks can be used if the vehicle has them Recovery Hooks Warning Never pull on recovery hooks from the side The hooks could break and you and others could be injured When using recovery hooks always pull the vehicle from the front Caution Do not drive through standing water if it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe Deep water can damage the axle and other veh...

Page 274: ...abel shows the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity weight 2 in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires 3 and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures 4 For more information on tires and inflation see Tires 0 407 and Tire Pressure 0 416 There is also important loading information on the ...

Page 275: ...le That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing 0 330 for important information on towing a trailer towing safe...

Page 276: ...bel may show the size of the vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of the vehicle This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label also may show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To determi...

Page 277: ...stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to There is also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading the Vehicle for Off R...

Page 278: ...ading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR of the front or rear axle Equipment Maximum Weight Ladder Rack and Cargo 340 kg 750 lb Cross Toolbox and Cargo 181 kg 400 lb Side Boxes and Cargo 113 kg per side 250 lb per side The combined weight for all rail mounted equipmen...

Page 279: ...loading a slide in camper check the manufacturer s instructions When carrying a slide in camper the total cargo load of the vehicle is the weight of the camper plus Everything added to the camper after it left the factory Everything in the camper All the people inside The CWR is the maximum weight of the load the vehicle can carry It does not include the weight of the people inside But use about 6...

Page 280: ...vehicle must be weighed Then subtract this extra weight from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center of gravity zone of the vehicle If the slide in camper and its load weighs less than the CWR the center of gravity zone for the vehicle may be larger Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of the vehicle When the truck camper is loaded drive to a scale and...

Page 281: ... Caution Continued premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Trailer Towing 0 330 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If equipped the position of the t...

Page 282: ...en the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shi...

Page 283: ...e key is left in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery could be drained The vehicle may not start if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time 3 START This is the position that starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch returns to ON RUN for driving A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened the ign...

Page 284: ...on to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 18 C or 0 F it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way ...

Page 285: ...ing vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows OnStar System if equipped Sunroof if equipped These features work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from ON RUN to LOCK OFF the windows and sunroof continue to work up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened The radio continues to work for up to 10 mi...

Page 286: ...d do not use it See your dealer for a replacement Inspect the cord for damage yearly 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Warning Improper use of the heater cord or an extension cord can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire Plug the cord into a three prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection function An ungrounded outle...

Page 287: ...f towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 327 1 Hold the brake pedal down then set the parking brake See Parking Brake 0 306 2 Move the shift lever into the P Park position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go 3 Be sure the transfer case if equipped is in a drive gear not in N Neutral 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK OFF 5 Remove the key...

Page 288: ...take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission You will then be able to pull the shift lever out of P Park Shifting out of Park This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON...

Page 289: ...either all of its cylinders or in V4 mode depending on the driving conditions When less power is required such as cruising at a constant vehicle speed the system will operate in the V4 mode allowing the vehicle to achieve better fuel economy When greater power demands are required such as accelerating from a stop passing or merging onto a freeway the system will maintain full cylinder operation If...

Page 290: ...ing follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park 0 286 and Engine Exhaust 0 288 If the vehicle has a manual transmission see Parking Manual Transmission 0 288 If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 327 Automatic Transmission If equipped there is an electronic shift lever position indicator within the instrumen...

Page 291: ... transfer case is in N Neutral So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low not in N Neutral See Shifting Into Park 0 286 R Use this gear to back up Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only a...

Page 292: ...d upshifts and downshifts This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine before making an upshift if the engine is able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as vehicle speed throttle position and vehicle load If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be maintained the transmission does not upshift and instead holds the current gear I...

Page 293: ... ignition key cycle a DIC message will be displayed See Transmission Messages 0 162 To disable or enable Normal Mode Grade Braking within the current ignition key cycle press and hold the Tow Haul button for five seconds When the button is released the requested mode change is made A DIC message displays See Transmission Messages 0 162 For other forms of grade braking see Tow Haul Mode 0 295 and C...

Page 294: ...ion will command while operating in M Manual Mode All gears below that number are available As driving conditions change the transmission can automatically shift to lower gears For example when M5 is selected 1 First through 5 Fifth gears are automatically shifted by the transmission but 6 Sixth cannot be used until the plus minus button on the shift lever is used to change to the range In vehicle...

Page 295: ... M6 M5 M4 M3 M3 M3 M2 M1 Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode 0 295 While using Range Selection Mode cruise control and the Tow Haul Mode can be used If the vehicle has an exhaust brake it can also be used but will not automatically downshift the transmission See Exhaust Brake in the Duramax diesel supplement Caution Spinning the tires or holding the...

Page 296: ...d Mountain Roads 0 269 Also see Tow Haul Mode under Towing Equipment 0 345 Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking is only enabled while the Tow Haul Mode is selected and the vehicle is not in the Range Selection Mode See Tow Haul Mode listed previously and Manual Mode 0 292 Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by...

Page 297: ...and 5 Fifth the same way you do for 2 Second Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine R Reverse To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stop...

Page 298: ... wear on the vehicle s powertrain Driving on clean dry pavement in four wheel drive may Cause a vibration to be felt in the steering system Cause tires to wear faster Make the transfer case harder to shift and cause it to run noisier Warning Shifting the transfer case to N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park You or someone else could be seriously injured Be ...

Page 299: ...ep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills When engaged keep vehicle speed below 72 km h 45 mph 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use this setting when extra traction is needed The front axle engages and helps when driving on snowy or icy roads when off roading or when plowing snow The vehicle can be shifted between 2 m and 4 m while the vehicle is moving In extremely cold weather it may be nece...

Page 300: ...will not complete and the transfer case will remain in N Neutral This is normal To complete the shift with the engine running shift the transmission to D Drive and back to N Neutral and reattempt the transfer case shift Shifting In or Out of Neutral 1 Have the engine running 2 Set the parking brake Press and hold the brake pedal See Parking Brake 0 306 3 Place the transmission into N Neutral 4 Shi...

Page 301: ...ow This setting engages the front axle and delivers extra torque Choose 4 n if driving off road in deep sand deep mud or deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills When engaged keep vehicle speed below 72 km h 45 mph Shifting into 4 n will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak off See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 308 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use when extra traction ...

Page 302: ...r moving more than 5 km h 3 mph the 4 m or 2 m indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift With the vehicle moving less than 5 km h 3 mph and the transmission in N Neutral attempt the shift again Shifting Into N Neutral To shift 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Set the parking brake and press and hold the brake pedal See Parking Brake 0 306 3 Start the vehicle ...

Page 303: ...displays momentarily when the ignition is in ON RUN but does not stay on the knob may have been turned while the vehicle was off To see the indicator turn the knob to another position so that it matches the actual transfer case setting If no lights display take the vehicle to your dealer for service An indicator light flashes while shifting the transfer case and remains illuminated when the shift ...

Page 304: ...sition at any speed except from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on when the shift is completed Shifting Into 2 m Turn the knob to 2 m at any speed except when shifting from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on when the shift is completed Shifting Into 4 n When 4 n is engaged keep vehicle speed below 72 km h 45 mph To shift 1 The ign...

Page 305: ... 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Set the parking brake and press and hold the brake pedal See Parking Brake 0 306 3 Start the vehicle or turn the ignition to ON RUN 4 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 5 Shift the transfer case to 2 m 6 Turn the transfer case knob clockwise to N Neutral until it stops and hold it there until the N Neutral light starts blinking This will take at least 10 s...

Page 306: ...ing light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 0 145 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as re...

Page 307: ...the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release Slowly pull your foot up off the parking ...

Page 308: ... to quickly stop or slow down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the ABS activates Minor brake pedal pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengage when the b...

Page 309: ...between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path Trailer Sway Control TSC is also on automatically when the vehicle is started See Trailer Sway Control TSC 0 354 If cruise control is being used and traction control or ...

Page 310: ...e vehicle 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds 3 Start the engine Drive the vehicle If d comes on and stays on the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem If the condition persists see your dealer Turning the Systems Off and On The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center stack Caution Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off The vehicle driveline could ...

Page 311: ...ear The HDC switch is on the center stack below the climate controls Press 5 to enable or disable HDC Vehicle speed must be below 50 km h 31 mph The HDC light displays on the instrument cluster when enabled HDC can maintain vehicle speeds between 3 and 22 km h 2 and 14 mph on an incline greater than or equal to a 10 grade A blinking HDC light indicates the system is actively applying the brakes to...

Page 312: ...nd you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads With cruise control a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph If equipped with an Allison or Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic transmission see Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking under Tow Haul Mode 0 295 for an ex...

Page 313: ...rument cluster turns green after cruise control has been set to the desired speed See Instrument Cluster 0 132 Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied or is pressed the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory Once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km h 25 mph or more briefly press the RES button The vehicl...

Page 314: ...nhill Vehicles with a 6 speed automatic transmission and a gasoline engine have Cruise Grade Braking to help maintain driver selected speed Cruise Grade Braking is enabled when the vehicle is started and cruise control is active It is not enabled in Range Selection Mode It assists in maintaining driver selected speed when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the ...

Page 315: ...you with enough time to avoid a crash Work under poor visibility or bad weather conditions Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice snow mud or dirt Complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes Audible or Safety Alert Seat Some driver assistance features alert the dr...

Page 316: ...o not display A warning triangle may display on the RVC screen to show that RPA has detected an object This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object Warning The camera s do not display children pedestrians bicyclists crossing traffic animals or any other object outside of the cameras field of view below the bumper or under the vehicle Shown distances may be di...

Page 317: ...ser more bars light up and the bars change color from yellow to amber to red When an object is first detected in the rear one beep will be heard from the rear or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse two times When an object is very close 0 6 m 2 ft in the vehicle rear or 0 3 m 1 ft in the vehicle front a continuous beep will sound from the front or rear or both sides of the Safety Alert ...

Page 318: ...Lane Departure Warning LDW and or Lane Keep Assist LKA can help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped the FCA system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat FCA also lights an amber vis...

Page 319: ... also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog rain or snow or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in Continued Warning Continued proper condition Keep the windshield headlamps and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Collision Alert When your vehicle approaches another detected vehicle too rapidly the red FCA display will ...

Page 320: ...s or shadows These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror and cleaning the front of the vehicle where radar sensors are located may correct the issue Lane Departure Warning LDW 2500 3500 Series If equipped LDW may help avoid crash...

Page 321: ...times on the right or left depending on the lane departure direction When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The system may not detect lanes as well when there are Close vehicles ahead Sudden lighting changes such as when driving through tunnels Banked roads If the LDW system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help LDW alerts may o...

Page 322: ...f LKA only detects lane markings on one side of the road it will only assist or provide an LDW alert when approaching the lane on the side where it has detected a lane marking Even with LKA and LDW you must steer the vehicle Always keep your attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position within the lane or vehicle damage injury or death could occur Always keep the windshield headlamps ...

Page 323: ... driving through tunnels Banked roads Roads with poor lane markings such as two lane roads If the LKA system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help LKA assistance and or LDW alerts may occur due to tar marks shadows cracks in the road temporary or construction lane markings or other road imperfections This is normal system operation the ...

Page 324: ...ls industry automatically modifies the fuel for the appropriate season If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for long periods of time driving or starting could be affected Drive the vehicle until the fuel is at one half tank or less then refuel with the current seasonal fuel Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol as well as reformulated gasolines are available in...

Page 325: ...ne is recommended See Fuel 0 322 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available one bottle of Fuel System Treatment PLUS added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change can help Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Do not use additives with E85 or FlexFuel E85 or FlexFuel Vehicles with a yellow fuel cap can use eit...

Page 326: ... damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty Filling the Tank If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames a...

Page 327: ... surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care 0 452 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunctio...

Page 328: ...e fill opening until filling is complete Continued Warning Continued Fill the container no more than 95 full to allow for expansion Do not smoke light matches or use lighters while pumping fuel Avoid using cell phones or other electronic devices Trailer Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for as...

Page 329: ... trunk hatch or rear most window is open When towing a trailer Do not drive with the liftgate trunk hatch or rear most window open Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Also adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust 0 288 Towing a trailer...

Page 330: ...trike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn out the arrows on the instrument cluster will still flash for turns It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep...

Page 331: ...ly the parking brake and shift into P Park 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Shift into a gear 4 Release the parking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more...

Page 332: ...r improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this section and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle See Vehicle Load Limits 0 272 for more information about the vehicle s maximum load capacity To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle read th...

Page 333: ...s section for more information Trailer weight rating TWR for pickup models is calculated assuming the tow vehicle has the driver a front seat passenger and all required trailering equipment Weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the trailer weight rating Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice For kingpin weight and trai...

Page 334: ... kg 12 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 42 4 037 kg 8 900 lb 6 350 kg 14 000 lb 1500 Series 2WD Double Cab Standard Box 4 3LV6 b 3 23 2 540 kg 5 600 lb 4 990 kg 11 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 08 2 903 kg 6 400 lb 5 443 kg 12 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 42 4 264 kg 9 400 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 5 3LV8 8 speed automatic transmission with Enhanced Towing Package 3 42 5 035 kg 11 100 lb 7 575 kg 16 700 lb 5 3LV8 3 73 5 035 kg 11 100 lb 7 575 k...

Page 335: ...7 575 kg 16 700 lb 5 3LV8 3 73 4 990 kg 11 000 lb 7 575 kg 16 700 lb 6 2LV8 3 23 4 218 kg 9 300 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 6 2LV8 3 42 5 398 kg 11 900 lb 8 029 kg 17 700 lb 1500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Short Box b 4 3LV6 3 23 2 495 kg 5 500 lb 4 990 kg 11 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 08 2 903 kg 6 400 lb 5 443 kg 12 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 42 4 264 kg 9 400 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 5 3LV8 8 speed automatic transmission with Enhan...

Page 336: ...15 000 lb 1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4 3LV6 b 3 42 3 447 kg 7 600 lb 5 806 kg 12 800 lb 5 3LV8 3 08 2 994 kg 6 600 lb 5 443 kg 12 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 42 3 901 kg 8 600 lb 6 350 kg 14 000 lb 1500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 4 3LV6 b 3 42 3 221 kg 7 100 lb 5 806 kg 12 800 lb 5 3LV8 3 08 2 812 kg 6 200 lb 5 443 kg 12 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 42 4 173 kg 9 200 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 5 3LV8 8 sp...

Page 337: ... lb 5 3LV8 3 42 4 128 kg 9 100 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 5 3LV8 8 speed automatic transmission with Enhanced Towing Package 3 42 4 853 kg 10 700 lb 7 575 kg 16 700 lb 5 3LV8 3 73 4 899 kg 10 800 lb 7 575 kg 16 700 lb 6 2LV8 3 23 4 128 kg 9 100 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 6 2LV8 3 42 5 307 kg 11 700 lb 8 029 kg 17 700 lb 1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Short Box b 4 3LV6 3 42 3 175 kg 7 000 lb 5 806 kg 12 800 lb 5 ...

Page 338: ... 800 lb 5 3LV8 3 08 2 948 kg 6 500 lb 5 443 kg 12 000 lb 5 3LV8 3 42 4 309 kg 9 500 lb 6 804 kg 15 000 lb 2500 Series 2WD Double Cab Standard Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 536 kg 10 000 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 5 897 kg 13 000 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 577 kg 14 500 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 445 kg 9 80...

Page 339: ...9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 532 kg 14 400 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 400 kg 9 700 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 6 486 kg 14 300 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 441 kg 14 200 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 2500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 400 kg 9 700 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 l...

Page 340: ...1 kg 21 100 lb 2500 Series 4WD Double Cab Long Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 354 kg 9 600 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 6 346 kg 14 100 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 346 kg 14 100 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 264 kg 9 400 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 6 305 kg 13 900 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV...

Page 341: ... kg 14 200 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 3500 Series 2WD Double Cab Long Box 6 0LV8 Single Rear Wheels 3 73 4 400 kg 9 700 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Single Rear Wheels 4 10 6 441 kg 14 200 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels Fifth Wheel Trailer 3 73 4 218 kg 9 300 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 6 260 kg 13 800 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6 0LV8 ...

Page 342: ...l Rear Wheels 4 10 6 305 kg 13 900 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6 0LV8 3 73 4 264 kg 9 400 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Conventional Trailer 4 10 5 897 kg 13 000 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 6 0LV8 Fifth Wheel Trailer 4 10 6 305 kg 13 900 lb 9 571 kg 21 100 lb 3500 Series 4WD Double Cab Long Box 6 0LV8 Single Rear Wheels 3 73 4 264 kg 9 400 lb 7 530 kg 16 600 lb 6 0LV8 Sing...

Page 343: ...GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded b This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers c For pickup box delete vehicles choose an appropriate hitch and load the truck and trailer within the limits of GCWR GVWR and RGAWR Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight c GCWR a 3500 Series Chassis Cab 2WD 4WD 6 0LV8 3 73 b 14 107 kg 31 100 lb 6 0LV8 4 10 b 14 10...

Page 344: ...ight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle as well as trailer tongue weight Vehicle options equipment passengers and cargo in the vehicle reduce the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow Trailer tongue weight 1 should be 10 15 and fifth wheel or goose...

Page 345: ... to exceed the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating See Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tires later in this section After loading the trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not adjustments might be made by moving some items around in the trailer If a cargo carrier is used in the trailer hitch receiv...

Page 346: ... to the hitch ball or a tow eye latched to a pintle hook Other trailers may require a weight distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight among the tow vehicle and trailer axles Fifth wheel and gooseneck hitches may also be used See Weight of the Trailer Tongue under Trailer Towing 0 330 for rating limits with various hitch types If a step bumper hitch will be u...

Page 347: ...s so the distance 2 is as close as possible to halfway between the two measurements Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering Fifth wheel and gooseneck trailers can be used with many pickup models These trailers place a larger percentage of the weight kingpin weight on the tow vehicle than conventional trailers Make sure this weight does not cause the vehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR Fifth wheel or goose...

Page 348: ...er braking equipment conforming to Canadian Standards Association CSA requirement CAN D313 or its equivalent is recommended State and local regulation may also require the trailer to have its own braking system if loaded above a certain threshold Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Do not tap into the vehicle s h...

Page 349: ...top Turn Signal Yellow Gray Right Stop Turn Signal Gray Brown Taillamps Parking Lamps White Ground White Green Back up Lamps Red Green Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake To help charge a remote non vehicle battery press the Tow Haul Mode button at the end of the shift lever If the trailer is too light for Tow Haul Mode turn on the headlamps to help charge the battery Camper Fifth Wheel Trailer W...

Page 350: ...nter Tow Haul Mode Pressing this button at the end of the shift lever turns on and off the Tow Haul Mode This indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the Tow Haul Mode is on Tow Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load See Tow Haul Mode 0 295 Tow Haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at leas...

Page 351: ... is integrated with the vehicle s brake antilock brake and StabiliTrak systems In trailering conditions that cause the vehicle s antilock brake or StabiliTrak systems to activate power sent to the trailer s brakes will be automatically adjusted to minimize trailer wheel lock up This does not imply that the trailer has StabiliTrak If the vehicle s brake antilock brake or StabiliTrak systems are not...

Page 352: ... Press a Trailer Gain button If the Trailer Brake Display Page is not currently displayed press a Trailer Gain button to recall the current Trailer Gain setting Each press and release of the gain buttons will then change the Trailer Gain setting Activate the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever TRAILER GAIN This setting can be adjusted from 0 0 to 10 0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected T...

Page 353: ...ions change Warning Trailer brakes that are over gained or under gained may not stop the vehicle and the trailer as intended and can result in a crash Always follow the instructions to set the Trailer Gain for the proper trailer stopping performance Use the following to adjust Trailer Gain for each towing condition 1 Drive the vehicle with the trailer attached on a level road surface representativ...

Page 354: ... is an electrical fault in the wiring to the trailer brakes This message will continue as long as there is an electrical fault in the trailer wiring This message will also turn off if it is acknowledged To determine if the electrical fault is on the vehicle side or trailer side of the trailer wiring harness connection 1 Disconnect the trailer wiring harness from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition off...

Page 355: ...the electric actuated brake system StabiliTrak may also apply the trailer brakes If TSC is enabled the Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak warning light will flash on the instrument cluster Vehicle speed must be reduced If trailer sway continues StabiliTrak can reduce engine torque to help slow the vehicle See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 308 Warning Even if the vehicle is e...

Page 356: ...uipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 87 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 87 For information on wiring auxiliary switches see www gmupfitter com or contact your dealer Adding a S...

Page 357: ...y be too much if there is other equipment already adding to the weight of the vehicle Here are some guidelines for safely carrying a snow plow on the vehicle Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exceed the axle rating for each For the front axle if more cargo or passengers must be carried appropriate counter ballast must be installed rear of the rear axle Counter ballast must ...

Page 358: ...front accessory such as a snow plow is adding to the front axle use the following formula W x A W B W B Weight the accessory is adding to the front axle Where W Weight of added accessory A Distance that the accessory is in front of the front axle W B Vehicle Wheelbase For example adding a 318 kg 700 lb snow plow actually adds more than 318 kg 700 lb to the front axle Using the formula if the snow ...

Page 359: ...roper front and rear weight distribution ratio even though the actual front weight may be less than the front GAWR and the total vehicle weight is less than the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR Maintaining a proper front and rear weight distribution ratio is necessary to provide proper braking performance Total vehicle reserve capacity is the difference between the GVWR and the weight of the truck...

Page 360: ...owners might consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed Owners should be aware that as manufactured there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which could affect vehicle safety The components necessary to adapt a pickup to permit its safe use with a specialized body should be installed by the body builder ...

Page 361: ...ng Fluid 2500 3500 Series 385 Washer Fluid 385 Brakes 386 Brake Fluid 387 Battery North America 388 Four Wheel Drive 389 Front Axle 390 Rear Axle 390 Noise Control System 392 Starter Switch Check 393 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 393 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 393 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 394 Wiper Blade Replacement 394 Glass Replacement 395 Headlamp A...

Page 362: ...heels 427 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 427 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 429 Wheel Replacement 429 Tire Chains 430 If a Tire Goes Flat 431 Tire Changing 432 Full Size Spare Tire 441 Jump Starting Jump Starting North America 442 Towing the Vehicle Towing the Vehicle 447 Recreational Vehicle Towing 447 Appearance Care Exterior Care 452 Interior Care 457 Floor Mats 460 General Information For serv...

Page 363: ...nce and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to suspension components caused by modifying vehicle height outside of fac...

Page 364: ...vice work see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 87 Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Records 0 476 Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the handle with this symbo...

Page 365: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 364 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 4 3L V6 Engine ...

Page 366: ...ransmission Fluid 6 Speed Transmission 0 373 or Automatic Transmission Fluid 8 Speed Transmission 0 376 6 Remote Negative Location See Jump Starting North America 0 442 7 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System 0 378 8 Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil 0 369 9 Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil 0 369 10 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Br...

Page 367: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 366 Vehicle Care 5 3L V8 Engine Shown 6 2L V8 Engine Similar ...

Page 368: ...ion Fluid under Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 Speed Transmission 0 373 or Automatic Transmission Fluid 8 Speed Transmission 0 376 6 Remote Negative Location Out of View See Jump Starting North America 0 442 7 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System 0 378 8 Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil 0 369 9 Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oi...

Page 369: ...Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 368 Vehicle Care 6 0L V8 Engine ...

Page 370: ...11 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Washer Fluid 0 385 12 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 387 13 Auxiliary Battery If Equipped See Battery North America 0 388 14 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 400 If the vehicle has a diesel engine and or an Allison Transmission see the Duramax diesel supplement For an eAssist vehicle see the Silverado Sierra eAssist supplem...

Page 371: ...le may be hot it could burn you Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle 2 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil and then recheck the level Se...

Page 372: ... 0W 30 oil may be used in the 4 3L or 6 0L engine An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification See Specification earlier in this section Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil The re...

Page 373: ...is time the system must be reset For vehicles without the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message an oil change is needed when the OIL LIFE REMAINING percentage is near 0 Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset ac...

Page 374: ...ing the vehicle further Caution Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damage may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 472 Change the fluid and filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals listed in Maintenance Schedule 0 462 Be sure to use the transmission fluid l...

Page 375: ...on has enough fluid to be operated safely until a hot check procedure can be made The hot check procedure is the most accurate method to check the fluid level Perform the hot check procedure at the first opportunity Use this cold check procedure to check fluid level when the transmission temperature is between 27 C and 32 C 80 F and 90 F 1 Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine...

Page 376: ...ck at the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview 0 364 2 Flip the handle up then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 4 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level Repeat the check procedu...

Page 377: ...amage may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 472 Change the fluid and filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals listed in Maintenance Schedule 0 462 Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 472 Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual...

Page 378: ...chedule 0 462 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Do not start the engine or have the engine running with the engine air cleaner filter housing open Before removing the engine air cleaner filter make sure that the engine air cleaner filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris Remove the engine air cleaner filter Lightly tap and shake the engine air cleaner filter away...

Page 379: ...to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement The cooling sys...

Page 380: ...adiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km 150 000 mi whichever occurs first The follo...

Page 381: ...by the vehicle warranty Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 472 Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash or by pouring it on the ground or into sewers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will...

Page 382: ... the engine to overheat and be severely damaged Warning Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant Light Duty Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Heavy Dut...

Page 383: ...hicle damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is a coolant temperature gauge in the vehicle s instrument cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 137 In addition there are ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED messages in the Driver Information Center DIC See E...

Page 384: ...IDLE ENGINE message appears with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 When it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the temperature overheat gauge is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat wa...

Page 385: ... engine In most everyday driving conditions the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages so an increase in fan noise may be heard This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping...

Page 386: ... engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the hashed area between the ADD and FULL ...

Page 387: ...hield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows f...

Page 388: ...System Parts Always replace brake system parts with new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes may not work properly The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed or parts are improperly installed Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview 0 3...

Page 389: ...hould be above MIN If it is not have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level is above MIN but not over the MAX mark What to Add Use only GM approved DOT 3 brake fluid from a clean sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 472 Warning The wrong or contaminated brake fluid could result in damage ...

Page 390: ...ting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger Four Wheel Drive Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule 0 462 to determine when to check the lubricant 1 Fill Plug 2 Drain Plug To get an accurate reading the...

Page 391: ...arm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the fill plug 1 hole What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 472 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless a leak is suspected or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired ...

Page 392: ... the rear axle Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level For 6 2L 1500 Series applications the proper level is from 15 mm to 40 mm 0 6 in to 1 6 in below the bottom of the fill plug hole located on the rear axle Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level For all 6 0L 2500HD Series applications the proper level is from 0 mm to 13 mm 0 to 0 5 in below the bottom of the fill plug hole loca...

Page 393: ...ng GVWR of more than 4 536 kg 10 000 lb The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty manual These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated in...

Page 394: ...e vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Warning When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surfac...

Page 395: ...ssion in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for ...

Page 396: ... should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs contact your dealer For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst ...

Page 397: ...and Parking Lamps Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar 1 Low High Beam Headlamp 2 Turn Signal Headlamp See your dealer for headlamp replacement Turn Signal 1 Open the hood 2 If replacing a bulb on the passenger side remove the engine air cleaner 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly and pull it straight out 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out ...

Page 398: ... Lift the lens off the lamp assembly 3 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and pull it straight out from the socket Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 1 Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp 2 Back Up Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the tailgate 2 Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws 3 Pull the rear lamp assembly outboard away from the box side until the retainers release ...

Page 399: ...t into the rear lamp assembly and turn clockwise 8 Verify the retainer ring is in the proper position If the retainer ring is out of position it will not engage Reset the retainer by pulling it forward with a tool 9 Push the rear lamp assembly straight in until it is seated against the vehicle 10 Make sure the rear lamp assembly is flush with the box side 11 Reinstall the two rear lamp assembly sc...

Page 400: ...blem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced there are some spare fuses and a fuse puller in the Instrument Panel Fuse Block The same amperage fuse can also be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off Have the headlamp wiring...

Page 401: ...s of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse goes out Replace the fuse as soon as you can Engine Compartment Fuse Block If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement The engine compartment fuse block is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle Lift the cover to access the fuse block Caution Spilling liquid on any ...

Page 402: ...er battery 3 ABS pump Fuses Usage 4 Instrument panel BEC 1 5 MSB passenger 6 4WD transfer case electronic control 7 Electronic park brake 8 Instrument panel BEC 2 9 MSB driver 10 Rear window defogger 11 Starter 12 Cooling fan 1 13 Cooling fan 2 14 Left trailer stop Turn lamps 15 Trailer parking lamps 16 Trailer reverse lamps 17 Right trailer stop Turn lamps ...

Page 403: ...e 34 Engine control module Ignition 35 A C clutch 36 Heated mirrors 37 Upfitter 1 38 Center high mount stoplamp 39 Miscellaneous Ignition 40 Transmission Ignition 41 Fuel pump 2 42 Cooling fan clutch 43 Engine 44 Fuel injectors A odd 45 Fuel injectors B even 46 O2 Sensor B 47 Throttle control 48 Horn 49 Fog lamps Fuses Usage 50 O2 Sensor A 51 Engine control module 52 Interior heater 53 Accessory p...

Page 404: ...amps 64 Run Crank 65 Upfitter 1 66 Fuel pump 2 67 A C control 68 Starter 69 Rear window defogger 70 Engine control module 71 Cooling fan clutch 72 CKT 95 73 CKT 92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Right The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block ...

Page 405: ...es shown Fuses Usage 1 Accessory power outlet 3 Fuses Usage 2 Accessory power outlet 4 7 Body control module 4 8 Body control module 8 9 Rear seat entertainment 10 Cargo lamp 15 Steering wheel controls 18 Radio 19 20 Sunroof 23 Airbag Info 26 Export Power take off SEO battery 1 27 Obstacle detection USB ports 28 Body control module 2 32 SEO battery 2 35 AC inverter 36 Amplifier 37 ...

Page 406: ...ndow motor 43 Front blower 44 SEO 45 Body control module 6 46 Body control module 7 47 Passenger seat 50 Retained accessory power 51 Rear sliding window open 52 Rear sliding window close Instrument Panel Fuse Block Left The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block ...

Page 407: ...power outlet 2 Number Usage 2 SEO Retained accessory power 3 Universal garage door opener Interior rearview mirror 6 Body control module 3 7 Body control module 5 8 Driver window switch Mirror switch 9 10 Accessory power outlet Retained accessory power 11 Accessory power outlet battery 12 Accessory power outlet 1 Cigarette lighter 13 Discrete logic ignition switch 14 Switch backlighting 17 Body co...

Page 408: ... 40 Left doors 41 Driver power seat 43 Left heated cooled or ventilated seats if equipped 44 Right heated cooled or ventilated seats if equipped 45 49 Retained accessory power 50 Run Crank Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional ...

Page 409: ...ry surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall Original equip...

Page 410: ...0R20 or P285 45R22 size tires they are classified as low profile tires Caution Low profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like potholes or sharp edged objects or when sliding into a curb The warranty does not cover this type of damage Keep tires ...

Page 411: ...r digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and d...

Page 412: ...3 Dual Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Tire Pressure 0 416 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 272 4 DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportat...

Page 413: ...digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide 4 Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal o...

Page 414: ...ndex for single versus dual wheel usage single dual The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examp...

Page 415: ...air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating...

Page 416: ...n of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 424 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are de...

Page 417: ...minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight the vehicle can carry and an example of the Tire and Loading Information label see Vehicle Load Limits 0 272 How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride comfort Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry When to Check Ch...

Page 418: ...eed operation When speed limits and road conditions allow the vehicle to be driven at high speeds make sure the tires are rated for high speed operation are in excellent condition and are set to the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load Vehicles with P275 55R20 or P285 50R20 size tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km h 100 mph ...

Page 419: ...en the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the sys...

Page 420: ...driven This could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold See Vehicle Load Limits 0 272 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location Also see Tire Press...

Page 421: ...w Tires 0 425 Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction If the TPMS is not functioning properly it cannot detect or signal a low tire condition See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message come on and stay on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a uniqu...

Page 422: ...s A message asking if the process should begin should appear Select yes and press the trip odometer reset stem to confirm the selection The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 6 Start with the driver side front tire 7 Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the valve stem Then press the button to ...

Page 423: ...d be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Maintenance Schedule 0 462 Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires The first rotation is the most important Anytime unusual wear is noticed rotate the tires as soon as possible check for proper tire inflation pressure and check for damaged tires or wheels If the unusual wear continues after the rotation check the wheel alignment See When ...

Page 424: ...information on proper tire inflation Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires if the vehicle has dual rear wheels except polished forged aluminum wheels Vehicles with polished forged aluminum dual wheels have three unique wheels a front a rear outer and a rear inner These wheels cannot be rotated to another position however they can be rotated from left to right to the same position Use t...

Page 425: ... a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the inner diameter of the wheel hub opening with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS if the ...

Page 426: ...cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system...

Page 427: ...the vehicle When new the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with a similar overall diameter as the road tires and wheels so it is all right to drive on it The spare tire was developed for use on this vehicle and will not affect vehicle handling Warning Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel...

Page 428: ... level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires 0 425 and Accessories and Modifications 0 362 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information re...

Page 429: ...measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C ...

Page 430: ...inum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces Replace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors with new GM original equipment parts Warning Using th...

Page 431: ...er type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to the vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting the vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires ...

Page 432: ...ating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never attempt to re inflate a tire that has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is d...

Page 433: ... raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 6 Place wheel blocks if equipped on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks 1 if equipped 1 Wheel Block If Equipped 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and cha...

Page 434: ...senger seat For double and crew cab models the equipment is on the shelf behind the passenger side second row seat 1 Turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 2 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer 3 Turn the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools counterclockwise to remove ...

Page 435: ...he hoist end open end 10 of the extension through the hole 9 in the rear bumper Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench Be sure the hoist end of the extension 10 connects to the hoist shaft The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare ti...

Page 436: ... jack 1 the wheel blocks 2 the jack handle 3 the jack handle extensions 4 and the wheel wrench 5 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 431 for more information 2 If the vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after the...

Page 437: ...lat tire is on the front of the vehicle 1500 models position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire as shown Front Position All Other Models If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle all other models position the jack under the vehicle as shown Rear Position 1500 Models 5 If the flat tire is on the rear for 1500 models position the jack under the rear...

Page 438: ...pported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 6 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room f...

Page 439: ...loose running wheel it could be that all of the studs are damaged To be sure replace all studs on the wheel If the stud holes in a wheel have become larger the wheel could collapse in operation Replace any wheel if its stud holes have become larger or distorted in any way Inspect hubs and hub piloted wheels for damage Because of loose Continued Warning Continued running wheels piloting pad damage ...

Page 440: ...ling the regular wheel and tire also reinstall either the center cap or bolt on hub cap depending on what the vehicle is equipped with For center caps place the cap on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats flush with the wheel The cap only goes on one way Be sure to line up the tab on the center cap with the indentation on the wheel For bolt on hub caps align the plastic nut caps with the...

Page 441: ... 4 Hoist Assembly 5 Hoist Shaft 6 Jack Handle Extensions 7 Wheel Wrench 8 Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 9 Hoist Shaft Access Hole 10 Hoist End of Extension Tool 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Pull the cable and spring through the center of the wheel Tilt the wheel retainer plate down and through the center wheel Make sure th...

Page 442: ...t 7 Jack 8 Bolt Retaining Wheel Blocks 1 Put the tools 4 in the tool bag 5 and place them in the retaining bracket 3 2 Tighten down the wing nut 3 3 Assemble the wheel blocks 2 and jack 7 together with the wing nut 1 and retaining bolt 8 4 Position the jack 7 in the mounting bracket 6 Position the holes in the base of the jack 7 onto the pin in the mounting bracket 6 5 Return them to their origina...

Page 443: ... spare tire on the vehicle stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced and installed back onto the vehicle as soon as possible so the spare tire will be available in case it is needed again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together If t...

Page 444: ... ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative ground for jump starting 2 If you have a vehicle with a diesel engine with two batteries you should know before you begin that especially in cold weather you may not be able to get enough power from a single battery in another vehicle to start your diesel engine If your vehicle has more than one batte...

Page 445: ...y post To uncover the positive terminal open the red plastic cover For more information on the location of the remote positive and remote negative terminals see Engine Compartment Overview 0 364 Warning An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning Using a match near a battery can cause...

Page 446: ...se this can cause sparks 5 3L Shown 4 3L 6 0L 6 2L and 6 6L Similar 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a re...

Page 447: ...e dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumpe...

Page 448: ...onal vehicle towing are dinghy and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels on a dolly Follow the tow vehicle manufacturer s instructions See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of ...

Page 449: ...e EPB the parking brake cannot be applied and the tires must be chocked 4 Shift the transfer case to N Neutral See Shifting into N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive 0 297 Check that the vehicle is in N Neutral by shifting the transmission to R Reverse and then to D Drive There should be no movement of the vehicle while shifting 5 Shift the transmission into D Drive Turn the engine off Then shift the ...

Page 450: ...Two Wheel Drive High See Shifting out of N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive 0 297 See your dealer if the transfer case cannot be shifted out of N Neutral 6 Check that the vehicle is in Two Wheel Drive High by shifting the transmission to R Reverse and then to D Drive There should be movement of the vehicle while shifting 7 Shift the transmission to P Park and turn off the ignition 8 Disconnect the v...

Page 451: ... dolly manufacturer s instructions 2 Drive the front wheels onto the dolly 3 Shift the transmission to P Park 4 Set the parking brake Warning Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park You or others could be injured Set the parking brake before shifting the transfer case to N Neutral 5 Use a clamping device...

Page 452: ...heel Drive Vehicles Warning Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park You or others could be injured Set the parking brake before shifting the transfer case to N Neutral To dolly tow a four wheel drive vehicle from the rear 1 Drive the rear wheels onto the dolly 2 Set the parking brake See Parking Brake 0 ...

Page 453: ...ety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Caution Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can result in damage or removal of paint and decals Caution Do not power wash any component under the hood that has this e symbol Continued Caution Continued This could cause damage tha...

Page 454: ...clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on the vehicle To keep the paint finish looking new keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Caution Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting This damage wo...

Page 455: ...pe them while they are dry Do not use any of the following on lamp covers Abrasive or caustic agents Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentrations than suggested by the manufacturer Solvents alcohols fuels or other harsh cleaners Ice scrapers or other hard items Aftermarket appearance caps or covers while the lamps are illuminated due to excessive heat generated Caution Failure ...

Page 456: ...Use a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels After rinsing thoroughly with clean water dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Caution Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium calcium or sodium chloride These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice...

Page 457: ...sist supplement Body Component Lubrication Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood hinges liftgate hinges and the steel fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance At least twice a year spring and fall use plain water to flush any corrosive materials...

Page 458: ...cleaners quickly Before using cleaners read and follow to all safety instructions on the label While cleaning the interior open the doors and windows to get proper ventilation To prevent damage do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a brush with stiff bristles Never rub an...

Page 459: ... drip from the cleaning cloth 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Rotate the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric 4 Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed onl...

Page 460: ... Do not use cleaners that contain silicone or wax based products Cleaners containing these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel of leather or soft trim and are not recommended Do not use cleaners that increase gloss especially on the instrument panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Caution Use of air fresheners may cause pe...

Page 461: ...mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single...

Page 462: ...hicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with serv...

Page 463: ...er Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing a trailer Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to have a trained technici...

Page 464: ...00 mi Rotate the tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform the following services See Tire Rotation 0 422 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil 0 369 and Engine Oil Life System 0 372 Check engine coolant level See Engine Coolant 0 379 Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid 0 385 Visually i...

Page 465: ...lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check 0 393 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 0 394 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut See your dealer if service is required Inspect sunroof tr...

Page 466: ...k m 10 5 0 00 mi 18 0 00 0 km 11 2 5 00 mi 192 0 00 k m 12 0 0 00 mi 204 0 00 k m 12 7 5 00 mi 216 0 00 k m 13 5 0 00 mi 228 0 00 k m 14 2 5 00 mi 240 0 00 k m 15 0 0 00 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Replace engine air cleaner filter 2 Inspect evaporative...

Page 467: ...ce your filter 2 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 3 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid Contaminated...

Page 468: ...i 19 2 000 k m 12 0 0 00 mi 20 4 000 k m 12 7 5 00 mi 21 6 000 k m 13 5 0 00 mi 22 8 000 k m 14 2 5 00 mi 24 0 000 k m 15 0 0 00 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Replace engine air cleaner filter 2 Inspect evaporative control system 3 Replace spark plugs Ins...

Page 469: ...for proper hook up routing and condition 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and or drive axles and should be replaced 5 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System 0 378 6 Or every 10 years whichever com...

Page 470: ...ostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake w...

Page 471: ... tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds You...

Page 472: ...Service and Maintenance 471 Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed ...

Page 473: ...gine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade AC Delco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil 0 369 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL coolant See Engine Coolant 0 379 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Hydraulic Clutch System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Pa...

Page 474: ...anada 19300458 Rear Axle 2500 3500 Series SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 88900401 in Canada 89021678 Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category ...

Page 475: ...34770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon Superlube GM Part No 12371287 in Canada 10953437 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer If your vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement fo...

Page 476: ...159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 Service and Maintenance 475 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 12622441 41 114 5 3L V8 6 2L V8 12622441 41 114 6 0L V8 12621258 41 110 Wiper Blades Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 22754397 Passenger Side 55 cm 21 7 in 22754397 ...

Page 477: ...5 476 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 478: ...be seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 478 for the vehicle s ...

Page 479: ...ne see the Duramax diesel supplement Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 3L V6 1500 Series 15 1 L 15 9 qt 5 3L V8 1500 Series 15 7 L 16 6 qt 6 0L V8 2500 Series and 3500 Series 16 1 L 17 0 qt 6 2L V8 1500 Se...

Page 480: ...al 2500 Series and 3500 Series Long Box 136 3 L 36 0 gal 3500 Series Chassis Cab 240 4 L 63 5 gal 3500 Chassis Cab Front Tank 89 0 L 23 5 gal 3500 Chassis Cab Rear Tank if equipped 151 4 L 40 0 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1 5 L 1 6 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level af...

Page 481: ...59338 2016 crc 10 21 15 480 Technical Data Engine Specifications cont d Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 4 3L V6 LV1 P 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in 5 3L V8 L83 C 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in 6 0L V8 L96 G 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in 6 2L V8 L86 J 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in ...

Page 482: ...nual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9159338 2016 crc 10 21 15 Technical Data 481 Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engines 5 3L and 6 2L V8 Engines 6 0L V8 Engines If the vehicle has a diesel engine see the Duramax diesel supplement ...

Page 483: ...rnment 497 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 498 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 498 Event Data Recorders 498 OnStar 499 Infotainment System 499 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehic...

Page 484: ...r Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action u...

Page 485: ...lish 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Your inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Customer Satisfaction Procedure Did you get the Warranty Extension Plan This plan is recommended by General Motors to supplem...

Page 486: ...ces 0 485 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance However if a customer wishes to write or e mail Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to United States and Puerto Rico Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone ...

Page 487: ...unicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Online Owner Center Online Owner Experience U S my chevrolet com The Chevrolet online owner experience allows interaction with Chevrolet and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G View maintenance sche...

Page 488: ...800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Visit www gm ca or call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program As a new owner your vehicle is automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program The services are available at no cost under the terms and conditions of the program The Roadside Assistance program is not part...

Page 489: ...in an accident during the commission of a crime administrative violation or breach of traffic regulations Roadside Assistance will not provide service When the vehicle is not accessible to be towed all maneuvers required to access it will be at the owner s expense If the vehicle is in another city outside of your residence Roadside Assistance is limited to moving the vehicle to the nearest dealer ...

Page 490: ... Complimentary Transportation for Vehicle Pick Up Transportation to pick up your vehicle after repairs are complete Once the dealer has reported that the vehicle has been repaired Roadside Assistance will provide bus or commercial airline one way service subject to availability for the person designated by you to collect your vehicle at the dealership s location if you or the designated person are...

Page 491: ...curred in situations that exceed the limits of the program some of which are listed previously in this section To contact Roadside Assistance by phone use the following numbers Mexico 01 800 466 0811 United States 1 866 466 8901 Canada 1 800 268 6800 E mail asistencia chevrolet gm com Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time withou...

Page 492: ...was in a crash and cannot be driven Assistance is not given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump s...

Page 493: ...cheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructio...

Page 494: ...ovincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc Additional fees such as fuel usage charges taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair are also your responsibility It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Pro...

Page 495: ...r need collision repairs Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring the Vehicle Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the qualit...

Page 496: ...acility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discus...

Page 497: ...SA MasterCard Discover see Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Make checks payable in U S funds Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a...

Page 498: ...eceives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov o...

Page 499: ...f equipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorde...

Page 500: ...ed with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or ...

Page 501: ...ire a paid subscription and data plan OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar s Terms Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including s...

Page 502: ...ty and Diagnostics Services Voice Command Button Q Blue OnStar Button Emergency Button This manual describes OnStar s functions which may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle model variants country specifications or features applications that may not be available in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual Re...

Page 503: ...oviders direct them to your exact location and relay important information With OnStar Crisis Assist specially trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide a central point of contact assistance and information during a crisis With Roadside Assistance Advisors can locate a nearby service provider to help with a flat tire a battery jump or an empty gas tank Emergency With A...

Page 504: ...igation requires a specific OnStar subscription plan Press Q to receive Turn by Turn directions or have them sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Turn by Turn Navigation 1 Press Q to connect to an Advisor 2 Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle 3 Follow the voice guided commands Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Cancel Route 1 Press System responds OnStar read...

Page 505: ...wnloaded to the vehicle 3 Follow the voice guided commands Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Cancel Route 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Cancel route System responds Do you want to cancel directions 3 Say Yes System responds Yes OK route canceled thank you goodbye Route Preview 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Route preview System responds wi...

Page 506: ...rovides access to the Internet and web content at 4G LTE speed Up to seven mobile devices can be connected A data plan is required Use the in vehicle controls only when it is safe to do so 1 To retrieve Wi Fi hotspot information press wait for the prompt then say Wi Fi settings On some vehicles touch Wi Fi Settings on the screen 2 The Wi Fi settings will display the Wi Fi hotspot name SSID passwor...

Page 507: ...ithout pausing including a 1 and the area code System responds OK calling Calling 911 Emergency 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Call System responds Call Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Fre...

Page 508: ...ore they become a problem OnStar can also monitor and report tire pressure if the vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Diagnostics OnStar can perform a monthly check of your vehicle s key operating systems including the engine transmission antilock brakes and other major vehicle systems OnStar can also monitor tire pressure if the vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Mo...

Page 509: ...with OnStar services Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available unobstructed and compatible with the OnStar hardware OnStar services may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or it has not been properly maintained If equipment or software is added connected or modified OnStar services may not work Other problems beyond...

Page 510: ...ages around airports in tunnels and underpasses or in an area with very dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency responders A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send...

Page 511: ... with GM servers to collect information about vehicle system status identify whether updates or changes are available or deliver updates or changes An active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to these software updates or changes and agreement that either OnStar or GM may remotely deliver them to the vehicle Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onstar com U S or www ...

Page 512: ... set of individuals Mark Adler John Bush Karl Davis Harald Denker Jean Michel Dubois Jean loup Gailly Hunter Goatley Ed Gordon Ian Gorman Chris Herborth Dirk Haase Greg Hartwig Robert Heath Jonathan Hudson Paul Kienitz David Kirschbaum Johnny Lee Onno van der Linden Igor Mandrichenko Steve P Miller Sergio Monesi Keith Owens George Petrov Greg Roelofs Kai Uwe Rommel Steve Salisbury Dave Smith Steve...

Page 513: ...nary releases OnStar Additional Information Transferring Service Press Q to request account transfer eligibility information The Advisor can cancel or change account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain OnStar service offers and options How OnStar Service Wor...

Page 514: ...nStar services like Remote Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Assistance You will be prompted to change the NIP the first time when speaking with an Advisor To change the OnStar NIP call OnStar and provide the Advisor with the current number Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The manufacturer of the vehicle furnishes detailed warranty information Lan...

Page 515: ...th the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Vehicle Software Updates OnStar or GM may remotely deliver software updates or changes to the vehicle without further notice or consent These updates or changes may enhance or maintain safety security or the operation of the vehicle or the vehicle systems Software updates or changes may affect or erase data or settings that are stor...

Page 516: ...le to answer your inquiries iii for troubleshooting and research purposes iv to protect the safety of you or others v to prevent fraud or misuse of the OnStar service vi in the cases set forth by law or the authorities vii to carry out marketing and general promotional activities viii to allow OnStar General Motors de México S de R L de C V General Motors LLC and all subsidiaries affiliates or any...

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Page 521: ...r Filter Engine 377 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 257 Air Vents 257 Airbag System Check 88 How Does an Airbag Restrain 79 Passenger Sensing System 82 Airbag System cont d What Makes an Airbag Inflate 79 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 79 When Should an Airbag Inflate 77 Where Are the Airbags 76 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 87 Light On Off 140 On Off Light 140 On Off Switch...

Page 522: ...3 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 184 Auxiliary Jack 213 Axle Front 390 Axle Rear 390 B Battery Load Management 186 Power Protection 187 Voltage and Charging Messages 155 Battery North America 388 442 Blade Replacement Wiper 394 Blind Spot Mirrors 50 Bluetooth Overview 222 223 227 232 Bluetooth Audio 215 Brake Pedal and Adjustable Throttle 280 System Warning Light 144 Brakes 386 Antilock 305 Assist 30...

Page 523: ...3 Malfunction Indicator Engine Light 143 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 90 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 96 Older Children 89 Securing 107 110 Systems 93 Cleaning Exterior Care 452 Interior Care 457 Climate Control Systems 250 252 Air Conditioning 250 252 Dual Automatic 253 Heating 250 252 Clock 127 Cluster Instrument 132 Clutch Hydraulic 376 Collision Damage Repair 493 Compa...

Page 524: ...or Better Fuel Economy 32 Hill and Mountain Roads 269 If the Vehicle is Stuck 271 Loss of Control 263 Off Road 264 Off Road Recovery 263 Vehicle Load Limits 272 Wet Roads 268 Winter 270 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 253 E E85 or FlexFuel 324 Electrical Equipment Add On 355 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block 400 Fuses 400 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 403 405 Overload 399 Emergen...

Page 525: ...System 317 Four Wheel Drive 297 389 Four Wheel Drive Light 145 Frequency Statement Radio 496 Front Axle 390 Front Fog Lamp Light 149 Front Seats Adjustment 59 Heated and Ventilated 63 Fuel 322 Additives 324 Economy Driving 32 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 327 Filling the Tank 325 Foreign Countries 324 Gauge 135 Low Fuel Warning Light 148 Management Active 288 Requirements California 323 Fuel c...

Page 526: ... 250 252 High Voltage Devices and Wiring 399 High Beam On Light 149 High Speed Operation 417 Hill and Mountain Roads 269 Hill Descent Control HDC 310 Hill Descent Control Light 146 Hill Start Assist HSA 307 Home Page 194 196 Hood 363 Horn 126 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 68 Hydraulic Clutch 376 I Idle System Fast 283 Ignition Positions 281 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 393 Immobilizer 46 I...

Page 527: ...ilock Brake System ABS Warning 145 Brake System Warning 144 Charging System 142 Cruise Control 150 Flash to Pass 181 Four Wheel Drive 145 Front Fog Lamp 149 High Beam On 149 High Low Beam Changer 180 Lane Departure Warning 146 Low Fuel Warning 148 Safety Belt Reminders 139 Security 149 StabiliTrak OFF 147 Tire Pressure 148 Tow Haul Mode 146 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak 148 Traction Off ...

Page 528: ...ors Automatic Dimming 50 Automatic Dimming Rearview 52 Blind Spot 50 Convex 47 Folding 49 Heated 50 Manual 47 Manual Rearview 51 Power 48 Tilt in Reverse 51 Trailer Tow 48 Mirrors Interior Rearview 51 Monitor System Tire Pressure 417 Multi band Antenna 203 N Navigation OnStar 503 504 New Vehicle Break In 280 Noise Control System 392 O Object Detection System Messages 158 Odometer 135 Trip 135 Off ...

Page 529: ...d Auto 236 Bluetooth 222 223 227 232 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 359 Pictures and Movies 237 241 242 Port USB 209 212 Power Door Locks 40 Mirrors 48 Outlets 128 Protection Battery 187 Retained Accessory RAP 284 Seat Adjustment 60 Steering Fluid 385 Windows 52 Power Assist Steps 43 Pregnancy Using Safety Belts 71 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 498 Program Courtesy Transportation 492 Propositio...

Page 530: ...le Parked 289 S Safety Belts 66 Care 73 Extender 72 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 68 Lap Belt 72 Lap Shoulder Belt 68 Messages 160 Reminders 139 Replacing after a Crash 73 Use During Pregnancy 71 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 497 General Motors 498 U S Government 497 Safety Locks 42 Safety System Check 73 Satellite Radio 201 Scheduling Appointments 492 Seats Adjustment Front 59 ...

Page 531: ...Wheel Adjustment 124 Wheel Controls 125 Steering System Messages 161 Steps Power Assist 43 Stoplamps and Back up Lamps Bulb Replacement 397 Storage Areas Center Console 120 Floor Console 121 Glove Box 119 Instrument Panel 119 Sunglasses 120 Storage Compartments 119 Stuck Vehicle 271 Sun Visors 55 Sunglass Storage 120 Sunroof 55 Switches Airbag On Off 80 Symbols 3 System Forward Collision Alert FCA...

Page 532: ...47 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 308 Trademarks and License Agreements 244 Trailer Sway Control TSC 354 Tow Mirrors 48 Towing 330 Transfer Case 297 Transmission Automatic 289 Fluid Automatic 373 376 Fluid Manual 376 Messages 162 Transportation Program Courtesy 492 Trip Odometer 135 Truck Camper Loading Information 278 Turn and Lane Change Signals 183 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 39...

Page 533: ...Danger 3 Lane Departure LDW 319 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 131 Warnings Hazard Flashers 182 Washer Fluid 385 Messages 165 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 429 Different Size 427 Replacement 429 When It Is Time for New Tires 424 Where to Put the Restraint 94 Windows 52 Manual 52 Power 52 Rear 55 Windshield Wiper Washer 126 Winter Driving 270 Winter Tires 408 Wiper Blade Replacement 394 W...

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