Chevrolet Silverado 2004 Specifications

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-3Rear Seats...

Power SeatsIf your vehicle has a power seat, you can adjust it withthese controls located on the outboard sides of the seats.• Raise or lower the fron

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.You can use the keyless entry system, if equipped,or you can also use your key.To lock the door

If your vehicle has thispower door lock switch,press the bottom ofthe switch on either frontdoor to lock all the doorsat once.Press the top of the swi

Programmable AutomaticDoor LocksYour vehicle may be equipped with an automaticlock/unlock feature which enables you to program yourvehicle’s power doo

Programmable Unlocking FeatureThe following is the list of available programmingoptions:Mode 1: Driver’s door unlocks when the transmission isshifted

Rear Door Security Locks(Crew Cab)With this feature, you can lock the rear side doors sothat they cannot be opened from the inside bypassengers.This f

Rear DoorsYour vehicle may be equipped with a rear accessdoor(s) that allows easier access to the rear area of theextended cab.To open a rear accessdo

Tailgate RemovalThe tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow fordifferent loading situations. Although the tailgate canbe removed without assi

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsIf your vehicle is equipped with power windows, thecontrols are located on each of the side doors inthe front and rear.The driver’s door

Lock-Out SwitchIf you have power windows on a Crew Cab®, thedriver’s door power window switch has a lockout feature.The lockout switch is located in f

To increase support, press and hold the top of thecontrol. To decrease support, press and hold the bottomof the control. Let go of the control when th

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any doorwith the key. You can also turn off the alarm by pressingUNLOCK on the remote keyless entry trans

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice:Your vehicle does not need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the long

{CAUTION:On manual transmission vehicles, turning thekey to LOCK will lock the steering column andresult in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle.Thi

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)Your vehicle may be equipped with a RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow certainfeatures on your vehic

Starting Your V8 Engine1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition key to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key. The idle

Engine Coolant HeaterIn very cold weather, 0°F(−18°C) or colder, theengine coolant heater canhelp. You’ll get easierstarting and betterfuel economy du

Automatic Transmission OperationIf your vehicle is equipped with an automatictransmission, it features an electronic shift positionindicator within th

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. If your vehicleis equipped with the Allison Transmission®, the Rmay blink on the PRNDL if the shift inhibitor i

Drive (D) can be used when towing a trailer, carrying aheavy load, driving on steep hills or for off-roaddriving. You may want to shift the transmissi

Reclining SeatbacksTo adjust the front seatback, lift the manual leverlocated on the outboard side of the seat. Release thelever to lock the seatback

Tow/Haul Mode(Automatic Transmission)Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tow/Haul mode.The selector button is located on the end of thecolumn shift le

If your vehicle has both Tow/Haul and overdrive disabletap the button once to enable or disable Tow/Haul,and press and hold the button to enable or di

NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idleyour engine.REVERSE (R): To back up, first press down the clutchpedal. Wait for the vehicle to stop mo

Six-Speed (VORTEC™ 8100 V8 andDURAMAX™ 6600 V8 Engines)Here’s how to operate yourtransmission.This six-speed pattern is unique to GM manualtransmissio

FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Upshift into thehigher forward gears the same way as you doTHIRD (3). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as youpre

Up-Shift LightIf you have a manualtransmission, you mayhave a shift light. This lightwill show you when toshift to the next higher gearfor best fuel e

Manual Transfer CaseThe transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the rightof the driver. Use this lever to shift into and out offour-wheel drive.An

An indicator on the bezel near the lever shows you thetransfer case settings:2-Wheel High (2HI): This setting is used for driving inmost street and hi

When Using the Manual Transfer Case•All shifts should be made using quick motions. Slowshifts may make it harder to shift.• You may notice that it is

Automatic Transfer CaseThe transfer case buttonsare located to the left ofthe instrument panelcluster.Use these switches to shift into and out of four

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts can’t do their jobwhen

G (4HI): Use 4HI when you need extra traction, sucha on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations.This setting also engages your front axle to

Shifting into 2HIPress and release the 2HI switch. This can be done atany speed (except when shifting from 4LO).Shifting into 4LOTo shift to 4LO, the

Shifting into NEUTRALTo shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the following:1. Make sure the vehicle is parked so that it willnot roll.2. Set the park

Electronic Transfer CaseIf your four-wheel-drivevehicle has the electronictransfer case, thetransfer case switches arelocated to the left of theinstru

g (4LO): This setting also engages your front axle togive you extra traction. You may never need 4LO. Itsends the maximum power to all four wheels. Yo

Notice:Shifting the transmission into gear beforethe 4LO indicator light has stopped flashingcould damage the transfer case. To help avoiddamaging your

Shifting Out of NEUTRALTo shift out of NEUTRAL:1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brakepedal.2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N) and

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brakepedal down. Pull the bottom edge of the lever, locatedabove the parking brake pedal, with the park

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly s

• Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear – not inNEUTRAL (N).4. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.5. Remov

Seatback Latches{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting th

Leaving Your Vehicle With theEngine Running (AutomaticTransmission Only){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehiclewith the engine running. You

Shifting Out of Park (P)Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lockcontrol system which locks the shift lever in PARK whenthe ignition is in

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Engine Exhaust{CAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you can not seeor smell. It can cause unconsciousness a

Running Your Engine While YouAre ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION

{CAUTION:Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfercase in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll,even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, besure

Temperature and Compass DisplayPress the on/off button, located to the far left, briefly toturn the compass/temperature display on or off.If the displa

Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass tocompensate for compass variance

Compass CalibrationThe compass may need calibration if one of thefollowing occurs:• After approximately five seconds, the display doesnot show a compas

Temperature DisplayThe temperature can be displayed by pressing theTEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once briefly,will toggle the temperature readi

The extended cab’s rear seat can also be folded openfor more seating space. To use the seat do the following:1. Push rearward on the seat cushion whil

Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass tocompensate for compass variance

Cleaning the MirrorWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similarmaterial dampened with glass cleaner. Do not sprayglass cleaner directly on t

Outside West Coast-Type MirrorsIf your vehicle is equipped with the west coast-typemirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clearview of object

Outside Power Camper-Type MirrorIf your vehicle is equipped with outside powercamper-type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you canhave a clear view of

Outside Automatic Dimming MirrorIf your vehicle is equipped with this feature, thedriver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare ofheadlamps behind

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and state ofthe art call centers to provide you

Luxury and Leisure Plan•All Directions and Connections Plan services• Personal ConciergeOnStar®Personal CallingWith OnStar®Personal Calling, you have

Glove BoxTo open your glove box, pull the lever upward and pullthe door downward.Cupholder(s)Your vehicle may have cupholders located in the frontcons

A. Back railB. Side railC. Rear bowD. Center bowE. Front bowF. Front rail2. Remove the tonneau cover from the notch in thefront rail on the driver’s s

4. To add cargo to thebox, remove all bowsand the back railand stow them safely.To clean the tonneau cover, use mild soap and water. Ifnecessary, use

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

To store your memory seat, mirrors and radio presets,do the following:1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatbackrecliner, lumbar, and side wi

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...3-125Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-126Audio Steering Wheel Controls

✍ NOTES3-3

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Dome Lamp Button. See “Dome Lamps” underInterior Lamps on page 3-18.B. Exterior Lamp

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

Tilt WheelIf your vehicle is equipped with a tilt wheel, it will allowyou to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.You can raise it to the highes

Turn and Lane Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow youto signal a turn

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer53(Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): Tochange the headlamps from low to high beam, push thelever toward the instrument pa

You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have acrash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be

Windshield WipersYou control the windshield wipers by turning the bandwith the wiper symbol on it.8(Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to

Cruise Control9(Off): This positionturns the system off.R(On): This position activates the system.+ (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Increasing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to go to a higher speed:• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higherspeed. Press the

Erasing Speed MemoryWhen you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, yourcruise control set speed memory is erased.Exterior LampsThe switch on th

Automatic Headlamp SystemWhen it is dark enough outside, your automaticheadlamp system will turn on your headlamps at thenormal brightness along with

The DRL system will come on when the followingconditions are met:• The ignition is on• The exterior lamps control is in AUTO• The automatic transmissi

The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition isturned off. If you still want to use the fog lamps after yourestart the vehicle, you will need to

Interior LampsInstrument Panel Brightness ControlD: This feature controls the brightness of theinstrument panel lights.The thumbwheel for this feature

E: You can use the dome override button, locatedbelow the exterior lamps control, to set the dome lampsto come on automatically, or remain off, when t

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.1-12

Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterYour vehicle may be equipped with a front ashtraylocated near the center of the instrument panel. Pull onthe door to ope

9 (Off): If the fan is off, outside air will still enter thevehicle, and will be directed based on the position ofthe mode knob. The temperature can a

Dual Climate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.9(Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise

Temperature ControlDriver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climatecontrol panel is used to raise or lower the temperatureon the driver’s side

Rear Window DefoggerThe lines you see on the rear window warm the glass.The rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window

Operation Tips•Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow,or any other obstruction (such as leaves). Theheater and defroster will work far b

Driver’s Side Temperature KnobThe driver’s side knob is used to adjust the temperatureof the air coming through the system on the driver’sside. The te

If the driver and passenger’s temperature settingsare not the same, the opposite side temperaturesetting will be displayed for an additional fivesecond

9(Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climatecontrol system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, andwill be directed to the floor. Thi

Pressing this button also cancels the auto recirculationfeature. To resume the auto recirculation function, pressthe AUTO button. Each time the vehicl

The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-13

Air Conditioning#(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the airconditioning (A/C) compressor on and off. Thesnowflake symbol will appear on the

Defogging and DefrostingYou can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog orfrost from your windshield. Use the defog mode toclear the windows of

Outlet AdjustmentUse the air outlets locatedin the center and on theside of your instrumentpanel to direct the airflow.Your vehicle has air outlets tha

Warning Lights, Gages andIndicatorsWarning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. Th

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’regoing,

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how fa

Safety Belt Reminder LightWhen the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime willcome on for several seconds to remind people tofasten their safety belts

Air Bag Off LightWhen you turn the right front passenger’s air bag off,this light will be lit and stay lit to remind you that the airbag has been turn

Canada with Passenger Sensing System Canada without Passenger Sensing System3-38

{CAUTION:If the right front passenger’s air bag is turnedoff for a person who isn’t in a risk groupidentified by the national government, thatperson wo

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the nameSILVERADO are registered trademarks of GeneralMotors Corporation.This ma

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest bon

Passenger Air Bag Status IndicatorIf your vehicle has the passenger sensing systemyour rearview mirror will have a passenger air bag statusindicator.W

If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passengerair bag status indicator, it means that the passengersensing system or the air bag off switch

Battery Warning LightIf this light is displayedwhen the engine isrunning, you may have aproblem with your chargingsystem.The battery display will also

Readings in the low warning zone may occur when alarge number of electrical accessories are operating inthe vehicle and the engine is left at an idle

Brake System Warning LightWith the ignition on, the brake system warning light willflash when you set the parking brake. The light willflash if the park

Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning LightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, this light will comeon when you start yourengine and may stay on forseveral seconds

Traction Off LightIf you have the TractionAssist System, this lightshould come on brieflywhen you turn the ignitionto RUN.If the light doesn’t come on

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature.It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle isworking. During

SeeDriver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-54forfurther information.If your vehicle has an Allison transmission, and the fluidreaches temperatures of

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition and emissioncontrol s

Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in anaccident

If the Light is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:• Reducing vehicle speed.• Avoiding hard accelerations.• Avoiding

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequip

A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by adangerously low oil level or some other problemcausing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon a

Tow/Haul Mode LightThis light is displayedwhen the Tow/Haul modehas been activated.For more information, seeTowing a Trailer onpage 4-71.Overdrive Dis

Here are some situations you may experience with yourfuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with thefuel gage.• At the gas station, the fuel pump

C (Personalization): This button will change personaloptions available on your vehicle.D (Select): This button resets certain functions andturns off o

• PERSONAL: XXX.X AVG MPH — This shows thevehicle’s average speed for the personal trip.• PERSONAL: % ANNUAL — This shows the ratio ofpersonal trip mi

Annual LogPress the trip information button to scroll to the annuallog. The annual log shows the mileage accumulatedsince it was last reset. To reset

Instant Fuel EconomyPress the fuel information button until INST ECONappears in the display. Instant fuel economy is howmany miles per gallon your veh

• CURB VIEW ASSIST• DISPLAY LANGUAGE• DISPLAY UNITS (ENG/MET)The default options for the above features were setwhen your vehicle left the factory. Th

Driver PositionThis part describes the driver’s restraint system.Lap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear itproperly.1.

LOCK DOORS OUT OF PARK (default): The doorswill lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P).Choose one of the three options and press thepersonal

DELAYED LOCKING OFF: The doors will lockimmediately when pressing the power lock switch or thelock button on the keyless entry transmitter.Choose one

Remote Lock FeedbackPress the personalization button until REMOTE LOCKFEEDBACK appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for the feedback

Headlamps On At ExitPress the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ONAT EXIT appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for how long the

Easy Exit Driver SeatPress the personalization button until EASY EXITDRIVER SEAT appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for seat positi

Choose one of the three options and press thepersonalization button while it is displayed on the DIC toselect it.If you accidentally choose a language

BUCKLE SEATBELTIf your vehicle is equipped with the passenger sensingsystem, this message reminds you to buckle thedriver’s and/or passenger’s seatbel

CHANGE ENGINE OILThis message is displayed when the engine oil needs tobe changed.When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset theCHANGE ENGINE OI

LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR (Crew Cab)If the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed, thismessage will appear on the display and you will hear achime. Sto

REDUCED ENGINE POWERThis message is displayed when the cooling systemtemperature gets too hot and the engine further entersthe engine coolant protecti

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.The lap part of the belt should be worn low

SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTERIf your vehicle has vaccum assist power brakes, thismessage will be displayed on the DIC when there is aproblem with the Suppleme

SERVICE RIDE CONTROLIf a problem occurs with the suspension system, thismessage will appear on the DIC. If this messageappears, stop and turn off the

A temporary solution to hotter transmission operatingtemperatures may be to let the transmission cool down.If the transmission is operated at higher t

Your audio system has been designed to operate easilyand to give years of listening pleasure. You will getthe most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint

AM-FM RadioPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease volume.RC

Setting Preset StationsThe six numbered pushbuttons let you return to yourfavorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six FM1,six FM2, and six A

To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, selectBAL or FAD. Then press and hold AUDIO for morethan two seconds until you hear a beep. L and a

Radio Data System (RDS)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadca

DISPL (Display): Press this knob to switch the displaybetween the radio station frequency and the time.Time display is available with the ignition off

5. Press and hold one of the six numberedpushbuttons. The radio will produce one beep.Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, thestation you set

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if you

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Turn the P-TYPE knob to activate program typ

Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only)The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to yourfavorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets.You can set up

When a message is not available from a station,NO INFO will appear on the display.TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, thetuned station bro

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Title notavailableNo song title information is available

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. TheCD symbol will appear on t

3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton toreverse quickly within a track. Press and hold thispushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse a

CD MessagesIf the CD comes out, it could be for one of the followingreasons:• It is very hot. When the temperature returns tonormal, the CD should pla

Radio Data System (RDS)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadca

DISPL (Display): Press this knob to switch the displaybetween the radio station frequency and the time.Time display is available with the ignition tur

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place li

5. Press and hold one of the six numberedpushbuttons. The radio will produce one beep.Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, thestation you set

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Turn the P-TYPE knob to activate program typ

Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only)The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to yourfavorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets.You can set up

When a message is not available from a station, NOINFO will appear on the display.TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, thetuned station bro

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Title notavailableNo song title information is available

Playing a Cassette TapeYour tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are s

3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse thetape rapidly. Press this pushbutton again to return toplaying speed. The radio will play while th

CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, thecassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still playtapes, but you should clean it as soon a

1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to thecurrent track if it has been playing for more thaneight seconds. TRACK and the track number will

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like this. The belt wo

BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when acassette tape or CD is playing. The inactive tape or CDwill remain safely inside the radio for fu

Radio with Six-Disc CDIf your vehicle is equipped with the Bose®audiosystem, your vehicle will have six Bose®amplifiedspeakers.Radio Data System (RDS)Y

Playing the RadioPWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system onand off.VOLUME: Turn the knob to increase or to decreasevolume.AUTO VOL (Automatic V

sSCAN t: Press and hold either SCAN arrow fortwo seconds until SC appears on the display andyou hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play fora

The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for eachpreset and source.If you radio is equipped with the Bose audio system,your equalization settings

If both P-TYPE and TRAF are on, the radio will searchfor stations with the selected PTY and trafficannouncements.To use the PTY interrupt feature, pre

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDIf you turn off the ignition or radio with the CD in theplayer, it will stay in the player. When you turn onthe ignition or the radio, the

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously in

To insert multiple CDs, do the following:1. Turn the ignition on.2. Press and hold the LOAD side of the LOAD CDbutton for two seconds.You will hear a

Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject aCD after you have tried to push it in manually. Thereceivers 25-second eject timer will reset at

sSEEK t: Press the left arrow to go to the start ofthe current track, if more than ten seconds have passed.Press the right arrow to go to the next tra

To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. Onebeep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on thedisplay. The recorded tracks will begin to play

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the display, itcould be for one of the following reasons:• It is very hot. When the temperature return

DVD PlayerThe DVD player is located in the overhead console. TheDVD player can be controlled by the buttons on theDVD player or by the buttons on the

k (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of aDVD or CD. Press this button while a DVD or CDis playing to pause it. Press this button again to c

Ejecting a DiscPress the eject button on the DVD player to ejectthe disc.If a disc is ejected from the player, but is not removed,the DVD player will

The DVD player and display will continue to operatewhen the screen is in either the up or the down position.The video screen contains the infrared tra

z (Set-up Menu): Press this button to adjust thecolor, tint, brightness, contrast, and display mode(normal, full, or zoom). The dynamic range compress

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn’t have

| (Camera Angle): This button changes cameraangles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD isplaying. The format and content of this function isdepe

Each set of headphones has a volume knob. To adjustthe volume, adjust this knob.The headphones will automatically turn off if they losethe infrared si

How to Change the Video Format when inthe Auxiliary ModeThe auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. Insome countries, the video format may be

Problem Recommended ActionNo power. The ignition might not bein on or accessory.Check to make sure theparental control buttonhas not been activated.(T

Problem Recommended ActionAfter stopping the player, Ipush Play but sometimesthe DVD starts where Ileft off and sometimes atthe beginning.If the stop

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to anyof the audio sources: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, orDVDs, depending on y

u (Volume): Turn the knob to increase or to decreasevolume. The left knob controls the left headphone andthe right knob controls the right headphone.S

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsYou can control certain radio functions using the buttonson your steering wheel.g (OnStar/Voice Recognition): If your veh

Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range, however, cancause stations to interfere

When cleaning the cassette tape player with therecommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it ispossible that the cassette may eject, because the cutt

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

Care of Your CD and DVD PlayerThe use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due tothe risk of contaminating the lens of the CD opticswith lubricant

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness andjudgment can be affected by even a smallamount of alc

BrakingBraking action involvesperception timeandreaction time.First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.That isperception time.Then you hav

If there is a problem withthe anti-lock brake system,this warning light willstay on. SeeAnti-LockBrake System WarningLight on page 3-45.Along with ABS

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressurefaster than any driver could. The computer isprogrammed to make the most of available tire and roadc

The traction control system is enabled every time yourvehicle is started. The system will activate if it sensesthat any of the wheels are spinning or

Safety Warnings and SymbolsYou will find a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you aboutthings that could

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, seeDriver Position on page 1-16.The right front pa

The Traction Assist System, as delivered from thefactory, will automatically come on whenever you startyour vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially i

Manual Selectable RideThe main function of this system is to provide superiorride comfort while trailering or fully loaded, as wellas for unloaded dri

Locking Rear AxleIf your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear axlecan give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sandor gravel. It works l

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

QUADRASTEER™The QUADRASTEER™ System has a control anddiagnostic module that monitors and records currentsystem status and operational information.If y

4: In this mode all four wheels will help steer thevehicle. If you want to use 4, and your vehicle is not inthis mode, press the button, until the 4 i

To engage the 4 Wheel Steer tow mode, press thebutton until the 4 and tow mode indicators light up onthe instrument panel. If the tow indicator is flas

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped offthe edge of a road onto the shoulder while you aredriving.If the level of the shou

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area ofv

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes,steering and acceleration) do not have

Lap BeltWhen you sit in a center rear seat position of anextended cab or in the center front seat position ofeither a crew cab or an extended cab, or

Off-Road DrivingThis off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheeldrive or all-wheel drive. Also, seeBraking on page 4-6.If your vehicle does no

1. Insert a tool into thepush-pin slot and pulldownward until thepush-pin snaps loose.2. While continuing to pulldownward on thepush-pin, squeeze andt

To reinstall the lower air dam, do the following:1. Line up each push-pinwith its intendedretainer and push thewasher portion ofthe push-pin towardthe

{CAUTION:• Cargo on the load floor piled higher thanthe seatbacks can be thrown forwardduring a sudden stop. You or yourpassengers could be injured. Ke

Traveling to Remote AreasIt makes sense to plan your trip, especially when goingto a remote area. Know the terrain and plan yourroute. You are much le

Scanning the TerrainOff-road driving can take you over many different kindsof terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrainand its many different

Driving on Off-Road HillsOff-road driving often takes you up, down or across ahill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgmentand an understanding

Driving UphillOnce you decide you can safely drive up the hill, youneed to take some special steps.• Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering

• Ease up on your speed as you approach the top ofthe hill.• Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you morevisible to approaching traffic on trails or h

• As you are backing down the hill, put your left handon the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position.This way, you will be able to tell if your whee

Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckleup! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in therear seat are hurt m

Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down thehill and decide I just can not do it. What shouldI do?A: Set the parking brake, put your transmissio

Q: Are there some things I should not do whendriving down a hill?A: Yes! These are important because if you ignorethem you could lose control and have

Driving Across an InclineSooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go acrossthe incline of a hill. If this happens, you have todecide whether t

Stalling on an InclineIf your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline,be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphillside, even if the

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or IceWhen you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels willnot get good traction. You can not accelerate asquickly, turning

Driving in WaterHeavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood watersdemand extreme caution.Find out how deep the water is before you drive throughit. If

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. W

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, itwill lock. If it does, let it go back all the wayand start again.If the belt is not long enough, s

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips• Turn on your low-beam headlamps – not just yourparking lamps – to help make you more visible toothers.• Besides slowing

Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:• Know the best way to get to where you aregoing. Get a city map and plan your trip intoan unkno

At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to thefreeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as youdrive along the entrance ramp, you sh

Here are some things you can check before a trip:•Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full? Areall windows clean inside and outside?•Wiper Blades

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down. They couldget

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road.Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, y

• Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have no blankets or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags

The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash.The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt veryquickly out of the retractor.{CAUTION:Yo

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That willclear the area around your front wheels. If you have afour-

{CAUTION:These hooks, when used, are under a lot offorce. Always pull the vehicle straight out.Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle.The hooks c

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance P

Dinghy TowingTwo-Wheel-Drive VehiclesTwo-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with allfour wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drivetransmissions have

{CAUTION:Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfercase into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle toroll even if the transmission is in Park (P) foran a

Four-Wheel-Drive and All-Wheel-DriveVehiclesIf your vehicle is equipped with all-wheel-drive, and theSilverado SS package, your vehicle was not design

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also tells youthe size and recommended inflation pressure forthe original equipment tires on your vehicle. For m

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1=1,000 lbs(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear seat comfort guides provide added safety beltcomfort for older children who have outg

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91kg)x5=1,000 lbs(4

The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximumweights for the front and rear axles, called GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actu

If you put things inside your vehicle – like suitcases,tools, packages, or anything else – they go as fast asthe vehicle goes. If you have to stop or

Two-Tiered LoadingBy positioning four 2” x 6” wooden planks across thewidth of the pickup box, you can create an upperload platform. The planks must b

Adding a Snow Plow or SimilarEquipmentBefore installing a snow plow on your vehicle, here aresome things you will need to know:Notice:If your vehicle

Here are some guidelines for safely carrying a snowplow on your vehicle:• Make sure the weight on the front and rear axlesdoes not exceed the axle rat

In order to calculate the amount of weight any frontaccessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the frontaxle, use the following formula:(W x (A + W.

Q: What if I want to add heavier equipment to myvehicle?A: You can add heavier equipment on the front of thevehicle if you compensate for it by carryi

Q: What is total vehicle reserve capacity?A: This is the difference between your GVWR andthe weight of your truck with full fuel andpassengers. It is

Refer to the Truck-Camper Loading Information label inglove box for dimensions A and B as shown in thefollowing illustration.Use the rear edge of the

3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.The guide must be on top of the belt.4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescrib

Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle-campermatch and help you determine the CWR.After you’ve loaded your vehicle and camper, drive to aweigh s

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the t

If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerNotice:Pulling a fifth-wheel camper with a vehiclethat is equipped with the SS trim package coulddamage the vehicle.

Automatic transmission equipped vehicles are providedwith a button at the end of the shift lever which whenpressed enables Tow/Haul. When the button i

Use one of the following charts to determine how muchyour vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehiclemodel and options.Maximum trailer weight is calcul

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (2WD)*4300 V6 (Auto)3.423.734,700 lbs. (2 133 kg)5,200 lbs. (2 360 kg)9,5

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-1500 Crew Cab (2WD)*5300 V83.423.736,800 lbs. (3 084 kg)7,800 lbs. (3 538 kg)12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg)13

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (2WD)*4800 V8 (Auto)3.423.735,900 lbs. (2 676 kg)6,900 lbs. (3 129 kg)11,0

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRK-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (4WD)*4800 V8 (Auto)3.734.106,800 lbs. (3 084 kg)7,800 lbs. (3 538 kg)**1

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRK-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (4WD)*4300 V6 (Auto)3.423.734,600 lbs. (2 086 kg)5,100 lbs. (2 313 kg)9,500

Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, yourdealer

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRSilverado SS6000 V8 4.10 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg)Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Traile

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (2WD)*6000 V8 4.10 10,200 lbs. (4 626 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg)8100 V8

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRK-2500 LD (4WD)*6000 V83.734.108,300 lbs. (3 765 kg)10,300 lbs. (4 672 kg)14,000 lbs. (6 350 kg)16,000

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRK-2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (4WD)**6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs. (4 490 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg)8100 V8

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRC-3500 Extended Cab (2WD)6000 V8 4.10 9,800 lbs. (4 445 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg)8100 V8 4.10 15,400 l

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRK-3500 Extended Cab (4WD)*6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,500 lbs. (4 309 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg)6000

The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is thetotal allowable weight of the completely loadedvehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo,eq

The trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight, up toa maximum or 600 lbs. (272 kg) for the 1500 s

HitchesIt’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads area few reasons why you’ll need the right

The hitch should be located in the pickup bed so thatit’s centerline is over or slightly in front of the rear axle.Take care that it is not so far for

Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?A: If possible, an older child should wear alap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint ashoulde

Driving with a Trailer{CAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open and youpull a trailer with your vehicle, carbonmonoxide (CO) could come into your v

PassingYou’ll need more passing distance up ahead whenyou’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deallonger, you’ll need to go much farther b

If you have a 5-speed manual transmission and you aretowing a trailer, it’s better not to use FIFTH (5) gear.Just drive in FOURTH (4) gear (or, as you

5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure thetransfer case is in a drive gear and not inNEUTRAL.6. Release the regular brakes.{CAUTION:It can

Trailer Wiring HarnessYour vehicle is equipped with one of the following wiringharnesses for towing a trailer or hauling a slide-incamper.Basic Traile

Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring HarnessPackageYour pickup may be equipped with the eight-wire trailertowing harness. This harness with a seven-pinuniversal

Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer Wiring PackageThe eight-wire camper harness is located under thefront edge of the pickup box on the driver’s side of theveh

Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness{CAUTION:Be sure to use only the correct trailer brakeharness, the one intended for use on yourvehicle. If you u

Four-Wire Harness AdapterThis adapter is includedwith your vehicle as part ofthe heavy-duty trailerwiring package.Use this adapter to connect a standa

Auxiliary BatteryThe auxiliary battery provision can be used to supplyelectrical power to additional equipment that youmay choose to add, such as a sl

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can’t properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can b

6. Release the clutch and regular brakes as younormally would. When the clutch is released,the PTO will start.7. Turn the PTO rotary switch to ON.To e

To use PTO speed control in variable mode (whilemobile) do the following:1. Engage the PTO.2. Vehicle speed must be greater than 5 mph.3. Make sure yo

Variable Mode: PTO speed control mode can be usedfor both stationary and mobile applications. Thismode allows PTO to be controlled in a fashion simila

Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3Adding Equipment to the

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-72Tires ...5-73Inflation - Tire Pressure

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

CAUTION: (Continued)•Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts andother fasteners. “English” and “metric”fasteners can be easily confused. If youuse the w

Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by automobile manufacturersaround the world and contained

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that will helpprevent engine and fuel system

Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hardto find. Never use l

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:Notice:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice will

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

While refueling, hang thefuel cap by the tetherusing the hook locatedon the inside of thefiller door.To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left

{CAUTION:If a fire starts while you are refueling, do notremove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel byshutting off the pump or by notifying thestation

Checking Things Underthe Hood{CAUTION:Things that burn can get on hot engine partsand start a fire. These include liquids like fuel,oil, coolant, brake

2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up onthe secondary hood release located near thecenter of the grill.3. Lift the hood.Before closing th

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 4300 V6 engine, you’ll see the following:5-12

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-22.B. Coolant Surge Tank. SeeEngine Coolant onpage 5-32.C. Air Filter Restriction

When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC™ 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), youwill see the following:5-14

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-22.B. Coolant Surge Tank. SeeEngine Coolant onpage 5-32.C. Air Filter Restriction

When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 8100 V8 engine you will see the following:5-16

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-22.B. Coolant Surge Tank. SeeEngine Coolant onpage 5-32.C. Air Filter Restriction

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles,they should have the protection provided by appropriaterestraints. Young children should not us

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, then you will need to add at least onequart of oil.

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F(–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not

Notice:Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OILMessageThe GM Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytimeyour o

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12forlocation of engine aircleaner/filter and changeindicator (if equipped).When to In

1. Loosen the screws on the cover of the housing andlift up the cover.2. Remove the air cleaner/filter from the housing. Careshould be taken to dislodg

Automatic Transmission Fluid(Except Allison Transmission®)When to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transmission fluidlevel is when t

Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles(24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F(10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lowerlevel. The fluid level must be in the COLD area,below the cross-hatched area, for a cold check o

Automatic Transmission Fluid(Allison Transmission®)When to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transmission fluidlevel is when the engi

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts

Checking the Fluid LevelPrepare your vehicle as follows:• Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the enginerunning.• With the parking brake applied,

4. Safe operating level is within the HOT RUN bandon the dipstick. The width of the HOT RUN bandrepresents approximately 1.06 quart (1.0 liter)of fluid

Manual Transmission FluidWhen to CheckA good time to have it checked is when the engine oil ischanged. See your maintenance schedule to find outwhen to

How to Add FluidHere’s how to add fluid. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants o

Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your vehicle for 5 years o

If you have to add coolant more than four times a year,have your dealer check your cooling system.Notice:If you use the proper coolant, you do nothave

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixtureat the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool.{CAUTION:You can be

Engine OverheatingYou will find a coolant temperature gage on yourvehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine CoolantTemperature Gage on page 3-47. In additi

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engin

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineAn overheat warning, along with a low coolant condition,can indicate a serious problem. For more information,seeD

For most basic types of child restraints, there aremany different models available. When purchasing achild restraint, be sure it is designed to be use

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Coolant Surge TankB. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapC. Engine FanIf

The coolant level shouldbe at or above the FULLCOLD mark. If it isn’t,you may have a leak at thepressure cap or in theradiator hoses, heaterhoses, rad

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge Tank for Gasoline EnginesIf you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see ifcoolant is visible in the surge tan

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, can boilbefore the proper c

4. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the propermixture, to the FULL COLD mark.5. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, startthe engine and

6. Then replace thepressure cap. Be surethe pressure cap ishand-tight andfully seated.Engine Fan NoiseYour vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan.

Power Steering FluidWhen to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluidunless you suspect there is a leak in

How to Check Power Steering FluidTurn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down,wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, thenunscrew t

Adding Washer FluidYour vehicle has a low washer fluid message thatcomes on when the washer fluid is low. The message isdisplayed for 15 seconds at the

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3brake fluid. SeeEngine Compartment Overview onpage 5-12for the location of the

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN.

Notice:• Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brakesystem parts. For example, just a few drops ofmineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in yourbrake

Brake Pedal TravelSee your dealer if the brake pedal does not return tonormal height, or if there is a rapid increase inpedal travel. This could be a

Vehicle StorageIf you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days ormore, remove the black, negative (−) cable from thebattery. This will help kee

Notice:If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-voltsystem with a negative ground, both vehicles canbe damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt system

On V6 engines the remote negative (−) terminal islocated on a tab attached to the engine accessorydrive bracket where it is marked “GND.”SeeEngine Com

6. Connect the redpositive (+) cable to thepositive (+) terminalof the vehicle with thedead battery. Usea remote positive (+)terminal if thevehicle ha

10. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable tothe remote negative (−) terminal, marked GND, onthe vehicle with the dead battery.11. Now start

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or RemoteNegative (−) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and RemoteNegative (−) TerminalsC. Dead Bat

All-Wheel DriveLubricant checks in this section also apply to thesevehicles. However, there are two additional systems thatneed lubrication.Transfer C

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Rear AxleWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A

Transfer CaseWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual

When to Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to change the lubricant. SeeScheduledMaintenance on page 6-4.What to U

When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant toraise the level to 0 to 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) below the fillerplug hole.When the differential is at o

Fan and Drive:•Removal of fan clutch (if equipped) or renderingclutch inoperative.• Removal of the fan shroud (if equipped).Air Intake:•Removal of the

Headlamps1. If your vehicle is equipped with two pins, removethe two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly.To remove the pins, turn the outer pin o

A. Low-Beam HeadlampB. High-Beam Headlamp2. Pull the headlamp assembly out.3. Unplug the electrical connector.4. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise an

5. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket.6. Put the new bulb into the bulb socket. Use care notto touch the bulb with your fingers or hands.7. Put t

4. Put a new bulb into thesocket and turnclockwise until it locksin place.5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws.5-66

Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp1. Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly.A. Cargo LampsB. Center High-Mounted Stoplamps2.

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

4. If a CHMSL bulb is replaced, put the new bulb intothe socket and press it in until it is tight.If a cargo lamp is replaced, put a new cargo lampbul

Taillamps1. Open the tailgate.2. Remove the two rearlamp assembly screwsnear the tailgatelatch and pull out thelamp assembly.Your vehicle may haveone

3. Press the release tab,if equipped, and turnthe bulb socketcounterclockwise toremove it fromthe taillamp housing.4. Pull the old bulb straight out f

Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models)A. Turn Signal LampB. StoplampC. Back-up Lamp1. Using your hands, peel the rubber seal away fromthe lens.2. Lift the len

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear and cracking. SeeScheduledMaintenance on pa

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combinationof letters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, constructi

(E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number ofplies in the sidewall and under the tread.(F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tiremanufactur

(A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination ofletters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction ty

Tire SizeThe following examples show the different parts ofa tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.General Motors

(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT” asthe first two characters in the tire size

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height to itswidth.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cor

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curbweight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight;and production options weight.Normal Occupant Weight:

Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on anindividual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight,occupant weight and cargo weight.Vehicle Placard: A l

When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the treaddesign for your front tires is the same as your rear tires,always use one of the correct rotation pa

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on theCertification/Tire label or Tire and Loading Informationl

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Certification/Tire label or the Tire and LoadingInformation label. SeeLoadi

{CAUTION:If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, thewheel rim flanges could develop cracks aftermany miles of driving. A tire and/or wheelcould fail

There is limited space in the rear seating area of anextended cab model. If you need to secure a childrestraint in a rear seating position of an exten

Traction – AA, A, B, CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A,B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s abilityto stop on wet pavemen

Each new wheel should have the same load-carryingcapacity, diameter, width, offset and be mountedthe same way as the one it replaces.If you need to re

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has dual wheels or P265/75R16,LT265/75R16, P265/70R17 or P275/55R20 sizetires, don’t use tire chains. They can dam

If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsRegular Cab and Crew CabExtended Cab®5-93

For regular cab models, the equipment you’ll need isbehind the passenger’s seat. For Extended andcrew cab models, the equipment is on the shelf behind

A. Spare Tire (ValveStem PointedDown)B. Hoist AssemblyC. Hoist CableD. Tire RetainerE. Hoist ShaftF. Hoist End ofExtension ToolG. Hoist ShaftAccess Ho

3. Insert the hoist end(open end) (F) of theextension throughthe hole (G) in the rearbumper.Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects tothe hois

Removing the Flat Tire and Installingthe Spare TireUse the following pictures and instructions to removethe flat tire and raise the vehicle.The tools y

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheelnuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwiseto loosen the wheel nuts. Don’t remove the wheelnuts yet.No

If the flat tire is on the rear, position the jack underthe rear axle between the spring anchor and theshock absorber bracket.If you have added a snow

4. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that therear axle is resting securely between the groovesthat are on the jack head. Turn the wheelwrench c

5. Remove all the wheelnuts and take off theflat tire.6. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.{CAUTION:Rust or

7. After mounting thespare, put the wheelnuts back on with therounded end of the nutstoward the wheel.Tighten each wheel nutby hand. Then use thewheel

8. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lowerthe vehicle. Lower the jack completely.Front Position 2WD 1500 SeriesRear Position5-103

9. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequenceas shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise.{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire,Jack and Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause i

To store the jack and jack tools do the following:1. Put the jack tools and gloves in the tool bag andplace in the retaining bracket. Tighten down the

1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehiclewith the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear.2. Tilt the retainer (D)downward and through

These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle:v

Top Strap Anchor LocationRight Front Passenger Position TopStrap Anchor (Regular and ExtendedModels)If your vehicle is a crew cab model, a child restr

A. Push and PullB. Rotate Tire7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull,and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tiremoves, use the

To release the spare tire from the secondary latch dothe following:1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end isvisible.2. If the cable is not

8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheelwrench to the jack and place it (with the wheelblocks) under the vehicle towards the front of therear b

11. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrenchcounterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until thespare tire slides off the jack or is hanging bythe cab

Spare TireYour vehicle, when new, had a fully inflated spare tire.A spare tire may lose air over time, so check itsinflation pressure regularly. SeeInfla

Do not use any of these unless this manual says youcan. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:• Alcohol• Laundry Soap• Bleach• Reducing AgentsC

Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urineand blo

Cleaning the Top of the InstrumentPanelUse only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays containing siliconesor wa

Cleaning the Outside of YourVehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability.Washing Your Vehicle

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industrial ch

Rear Seat Top Strap Anchors(Extended Cab Models)If your vehicle is an extended cab model, you’ll find thetop strap anchors for the rear seating positio

Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-PlatedWheelsYour vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep your wheels clean using a soft c

Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in thefinish should be repaired right away. Bare metalwill corrode quickly and may develop in

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescript

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Windshield Wiper FusesThe windshield wiper motor is protected by an internalcircuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due toheavy snow, etc.,

Fuses UsageRR Wiper Not UsedSEO ACCYSpecial Equipment OptionAccessoryWS WPR Windshield WipersTBC ACCYTruck Body ControllerAccessoryIGN 3 Ignition, Hea

Fuses UsageVEH STOPVehicle Stoplamps, BrakeModule, Electronic ThrottleControl ModuleRT TRLR ST/TRN Right Turn Signal/Stop TrailerRT TRNRight Turn Sign

Device UsageHDLR 2 Headliner Wiring ConnectorBODY Body Wiring ConnectorDEFOG Rear Defogger RelayHDLNR 1 Headliner Wiring Connector 1SPARE RELAY Not Us

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*1 — Gasoline Engine and Diesel Engine.*2 — Gasoline Engine; ECMRPV — Diesel Engine.*3 — Gasoline Engine; FUEL HT — Diesel Engine.*4 — Gasoline Engine

When using a child restraint with a top strap in thecenter rear position, route the top strap throughthe fabric loop on the seatback. Then, raise the

Fuses UsageSUNROOF SunroofSEO B2 Off-Road Lamps4WSVent SolenoidCanister/Quadrasteer ModulePowerRR HVAC Not UsedAUX PWRAuxiliary PowerOutlet — ConsoleI

Fuses UsageHVAC/ECAS Climate Control ControllerCIG LTR Cigarette LighterHI HDLP-RT High Beam Headlamp-RightHDLP-LOW Headlamp Low Beam RelayA/C COMP Ai

Capacities and SpecificationsPlease refer toRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13for more information. All capacities areapproximate. When add

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricCooling SystemAfter refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index.VORTEC™ 4300 V6 Automatic

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricVORTEC™ 6000 V8 (Vin N) 6.0 quarts 5.7 LVORTEC™ 8100 V8 (Vin G) 6.5 quarts 6.1 LFuel TankShort Bed 26.0 gallons 98

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

Using Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you wil

Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9tells you whatshould be checked, when to check it and what youcan easily do to help keep your vehicle in goodcond

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. SeeEngine Oil onpage 5-17.An Emission Con

If your vehicle is a Crew Cab model, you’ll find top strapanchors for the rear seating positions located on theback panel of your vehicle, behind the r

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(240 000)Except Allison:

Maintenance Footnotes†The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or theCalifornia Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this mai

(g)Add fluid as needed. A fluid loss could indicate aproblem; repair as needed. Check vent hose at transfercase for kinks and proper installation.(h)Cha

At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000Miles (160, 1 600 and 10 000km)Check dual wheel nut torque. For proper torque, seeCapacities and Specifications on pag

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or other

Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.• The k

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usage Fluid/

Usage Fluid/LubricantManualTransmission(6–Speed)TranSynd™ Synthetic TransmissionFluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378515,in Canada 88900701).AutomaticTransmis

Usage Fluid/LubricantTransfer Case(All-WheelDrive)DEXRON®-III AutomaticTransmission Fluid.Front AxlePropshaftSpline orOne-PiecePropshaftSpline(Two-Whe

This system, designed to make installation of childrestraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts.Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B)

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.VIN Code

VIN Code U N GOil Filter 25010633**/PF44* 25010633**/PF44* 89028862**/PF454*Engine Air Cleaner/Filter25313349**A1518C*25313349**A1518C*25313349**A1518

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-19

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-20

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except PuertoRico and U.S. Virgin Islands) –Customer AssistanceGeneral Motors de Mexico, S. de

{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attachedto its anchorage points, the restraint will notbe able to protect the child correctly. In acra

Roadside Assistance ProgramSecurity While You Travel1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872)As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you areautomatically enrol

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for youand your family. Remember, we are only a phon

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolethelps minimize your incon

Courtesy Transportation is available only at participatingdealers and all program options, such as shuttleservice, may not be available at every deale

Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, theseon-board systems do not record sounds, such asconversation of vehicle occupants.To read this informa

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inthe Washington, D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA,

Transmission, Transaxle, TransferCase Unit Repair ManualThis manual provides information on unit repair serviceprocedures, adjustments, and specificati

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-19Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment ... 4-64Adding Washer Fluid ...

Audio System(s) (cont.)Fixed Mast Antenna ... 3-130Radio with Cassette and CD ... 3-87Radio with

Bulb Replacement (cont.)Roof Marker Lamps ... 5-65Taillamps ... 5-6

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System (Front)Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Thereis a switch on the instrument pa

Child Restraints (cont.)Where to Put the Restraint ... 1-41Chime Level Adjustment ... 3-130Cigar

DDaytime Running Lamps ... 3-15Defensive Driving ... 4-2Defogging and Defrost

EEasy Exit Seat ... 2-68Electrical SystemAdd-On Equipment ... 5-121Fuses

Flash-to-Pass ... 3-9Flat Tire ... 5-91Flat Tire,

HHazard Warning Flashers ... 3-6Head Restraints ... 1-7Headlamp High/Low-B

JJump Starting ... 5-51KKey Release Button (Manual Transmission) ... 2-21KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW ...

Loss of Control ... 4-19LOW COOLANT LEVEL ... 3-68Low Fuel Warning Light ..

Mirrors (cont.)Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ... 2-61Outside Power Mirrors ... 2-60Outside West Coast

PPark (P)Shifting Into ... 2-46Shifting Out of ... 2-49ParkingBr

Radios (cont.)Theft-Deterrent ... 3-126Understanding Reception ... 3-128RANGE SHIFT IN

In addition to the air bag off switch, your vehicle mayhave the passenger sensing system. The passengersensing system is designed to turn off the righ

RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR (Crew Cab) ... 3-69RoadsideAssistance Program ... 7-6Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It

SERVICE BRAKE BOOSTER ... 3-70SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM ... 3-69Service Bulletins ...

Theft-Deterrent Systems ... 2-18Content Theft-Deterrent ... 2-18Passlock®...

Traveling to Remote Areas ... 4-24Trip Information Button ... 3-55Trip Odometer ...

What to Add ... 5-48What to Do with Used Oil ... 5-21What to Use ...

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on when you haveturned off the air bag, it means that somethingmay b

7. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing systemand the air bag is off, the off indicator will be lit andstay lit in the inside rearview mirror whe

Model ReferenceThis manual covers these models:Regular Cab PickupExtended Cab Pickup Crew Cab®Chassis Cabvi

If you had turned the air bag off with the switch,remember to be sure to use the air bag off switch toturn on the right front passenger’s air bag when

2. Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through oraround the restraint. The child restraint instr

5.To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint. Ifyou’re using a forward-facing child

Extended CabThere is limited space in the rear seating area of anextended cab model. If you want to secure a childrestraint in a rear seat position of

3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around therestraint. The child restraint instructions will showyou how.4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the r

Securing a Child Restraint inthe Right Front Seat Position(Crew Cab)If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, seeLower Anchorages and

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back intothe retractor while you push down on the childrestraint. If you’re using a forward-facing chil

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat Position (Regularand Extended Cab)Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Thereis a switch

In addition to the air bag off switch, your vehicle mayhave the passenger sensing system. The passengersensing system is designed to turn off the righ

Front Seats ...1-3Manual Seats ...1-3Power Seats ...

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on when you haveturned off the air bag, it means that somethingmay b

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portionand feed the shoulder belt back into th

{CAUTION:If the air bag ON indicator comes on when youhave a rear-facing child restraint installed inthe right front passenger’s seat, it means thatth

Air Bag SystemsThis part explains the air bag system.Your vehicle has air bags – one air bag for the driverand another air bag for the right front pas

{CAUTION:Air bags inflate with great force, faster than theblink of an eye. If you’re too close to aninflating air bag, as you would be if you wereleani

Where Are the Air Bags?The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steeringwheel.The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrumentpanel on the

{CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and anair bag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that person causingseve

Single Stage vs. Dual Stage Air BagsDepending on the weight of your vehicle you willhave either “Single Stage Air Bags” or “Dual Stage AirBags”. Vehic

Seat Position SensorsVehicle’s with dual stage air bags are also equippedwith special sensors which enable the sensing system tomonitor the position o

What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? ...1-73How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ...1-73What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflat

What Will You See After an Air BagInflates?After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the air baginfl

• Your vehicle is equipped with electronic frontalsensors which help the sensing system distinguishbetween a moderate and a more severe frontalimpact.

United States without Passenger Sensing System Canada with Passenger Sensing System1-76

This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF ifthe person in the right front passenger’s position isa member of a passenger risk group identified b

Medical Condition. A passenger has amedical condition which, according to hisor her physician:•causes the passenger air bag to pose a special riskfor

To turn off the right front passenger’s air bag, insertyour ignition key into the switch, push in, and move theswitch to the off position.The AIR BAG

To turn the right front passenger’s air bag on again,insert your ignition key into the switch, push in,and move the switch to the ON or AUTO position.

Never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in theright front passenger seat unless the passenger air bagstatus indicator shows off. Never put

When the passenger’s frontal air bag has been turnedoff either by the passenger sensing system or by the airbag off switch, the off indicator will lig

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on and stays on, itmeans that something may be wrong with theair bag

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Servicing Your Air Bag-EquippedVehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag system in several placesaroun

Q: What if I added a snow plow? Will it keep theair bags from working properly?A: We’ve designed our air bag systems towork properly under a wide rang

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Outside Convex Mirror ...2-62Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-62OnStar®System ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

Your vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition and all doorlocks as well as the sparetire hoist lock, if equipped.If you ever lose your keys, yo

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This isnormal for any remote keyless entry system. If thetransmitter does not work or if you have to stan

Matching Transmitter(s) to YourVehicleEach remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a tr

ResynchronizationResynchronization may be necessary due to thesecurity method used by this system. The transmitterdoes not send the same signal twice