2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup Owner's Manual
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup Manual
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup manual content summary:
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-9 Safety ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-61 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-4 Fuel ...5-6 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Rear Axle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 2
GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the names SILVERADO and Z71 are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means "Do Not," "Do Not - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is . But the notice will tell what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. There are also - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 5
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: v - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 6
✍ NOTES vi - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 7
(Crew Cab) ...1-57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Airbag Off Switch) ...1-60 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Passenger Sensing System) ...1-65 Front Seats ...1-3 Manual Seats - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 8
and Restraint Systems Passenger Sensing System ...1-80 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Restraint System Check ...1-87 Checking the Restraint Systems ...1-87 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-88 Airbag System - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 9
's seat only when the vehicle is not moving. If your vehicle has a manual bucket or a split bench seat, you can adjust the seat forward or rearward with the bar located under the front of the seat cushion. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. Slide the seat to where you want - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 10
rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-6. If your vehicle has manual reclining seatbacks, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-6. Power Lumbar moving the horizontal control forward or rearward. 1-4 To increase or decrease support, hold the control forward or rearward. Keep in mind that as your - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Heated Seats If your vehicle has this feature, the buttons are located on the front doors. The engine must be running for the heated seats to work. To heat only the seatback, press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on the seatback button will be lit to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 12
could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. To adjust the seatback, lift the manual lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback in the desired position - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 13
If your vehicle has power seats with a power recliner, see Power Seats on page 1-4 for further information on how to operate the reclining seatback feature. {CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Head Restraints Seatback Latches The front seatbacks fold forward to allow access to the rear of the cab. To fold the seatback forward, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab) Folding the Rear Seat The rear seat in the extended cab can be folded up to provide more cargo space. To fold the seat up, do the following: 1. Push down on the front of the seat - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab) The second row seat is a 60/40 split seat. Either side of the rear seat may be flipped and folded for added cargo space. Make - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 17
To return the seat to the normal seating position, do the following: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way. {CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Safety Belts {CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. It is extremely dangerous - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 19
You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-14 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 21
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-15 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 22
in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts - not instead of them. Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags, you still have to buckle up to get the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 23
injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 24
it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-30. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned . The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger's safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-17. The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt - except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 32
as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-30. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 33
it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-30. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 34
belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 35
added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 36
guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Slide the guide onto the storage clip. Safety Belt Extender the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. {CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 38
? A: If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 1-29. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 39
. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. {CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 40
{CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much - until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 41
{CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 42
including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant's neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Child Restraint Systems {CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 44
A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 45
or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 46
that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 47
injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Make sure the child is properly secured, following the instructions that came with that restraint. Because there are different systems, it is important to refer to the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 48
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 49
. There is limited space in the rear seating area of an extended cab model. If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seating position of an extended cab model, especially in the rear center position, be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there is - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 50
secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with with these attachments in your vehicle. Your vehicle, except for regular cab models, has lower anchors and top tether anchors. Your child - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 51
the United States, some child restraints also have a top tether. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If the child restraint does not have a top tether, one can be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 52
with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Extended Cab Regular Cab - Bucket i (Top Tether Anchor): i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Crew Cab Regular Cab - Bench 1-46 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 53
in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For extended cab models, the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For regular and crew cab models, there is an anchor symbol on the trim covers to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Extended Cab For extended cab the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Crew Cab For crew cab models, there are covered top tether anchors for each seating requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 55
{CAUTION: Each top tether anchor, except the center top tether anchor in an extended cab model, and lower anchors in the vehicle are designed to hold only one child to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. 1-49 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Regular Cab Models 1. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 1.1. Pull the passenger seatback forward by pulling the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 57
, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: Extended Cab Models 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Seat Operation (Extended Cab) on page 1-9 or Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab) on page 1-10 for additional information. 1.2. Place the child restraint in the vehicle, near the seating position that you are using. 1.3. Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 1.6. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward. Then lower the seat cushion until the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 2.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position Extended Cab and Crew Cab There is limited space in the rear seating of an extended cab model. If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seating position, be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 61
4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. 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. If you are using a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 62
6. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-44. 7. Push and pull the restraint in - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Crew Cab) Your vehicle has a right front passenger instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger's frontal airbag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. See Manual - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 64
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-58 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 65
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. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 66
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Airbag Off Switch) Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag. If your instrument panel has one of the switches pictured in the following illustrations, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 67
even though the switch is off. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly. Until you have the vehicle serviced, do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a securing a forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on page 1-3 or Power Seats on page 1-4. 1-61 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 68
restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Your vehicle has a right front passenger's frontal airbag. See Airbag Off Switch on page 1-77. If your child restraint is forward-facing, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the restraint in this seat. See Manual Seats on page 1-3 or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 69
5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portion and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 70
tether, and the position you are using has a top tether anchor, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-44. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Passenger Sensing System) Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Your vehicle may have a label on your sun visor that says, "Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front." This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. Here is why: {CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 73
or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored the child restraint in this seat. See Power Seats on page 1-4 or Manual Seats on page 1-3. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 74
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-68 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 75
Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-44. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 76
Airbag System Your vehicle has an airbag for the driver and an airbag for the right front passenger. Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag. But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 77
in the middle of the steering wheel. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-33 for more information. 1-71 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 78
{CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 79
When Should an Airbag Inflate? The driver's and right front passenger's frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 80
Single Stage vs. Dual Stage Airbags Depending on the weight of your vehicle you will have either "Single Stage Airbags" or "Dual Stage Airbags". Vehicles that have a passenger sensing system also have dual stage airbags. If the rearview mirror in your vehicle has a passenger airbag status indicator - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 81
. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger. 1-75 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 82
modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle is service. {CAUTION: When an airbag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Airbag Off Switch If your instrument panel has one of the switches pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has an airbag off switch that you can use to turn off the right front passenger's airbag. This switch should only be turned to the off position if the person in the right front - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: • causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and • makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the airbag - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 85
with the airbag system. The right front passenger's airbag could inflate even though the switch is off. If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup and this ever happens, do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag risk group - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 86
turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver's airbag is not part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger's seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat the unless passenger airbag status indicator shows off. Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the airbag is off. Here is why: CAUTION: (Continued) {CAUTION: A child in a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 89
, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints • or if there is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger's frontal airbag has been in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) (With Passenger Sensing System) in the Index. 1-83 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 90
to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person's legs comfortably extended. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 91
cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See Airbag Readiness - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 92
affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 93
I find out whether this will affect my advanced airbag system? A: Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module (located under the driver Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7-2. 1-87 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 94
or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision. If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section. {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-22 Starting the Engine ...2-22 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-23 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-24 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-30 Manual Door Security Locks (Crew Cab) ...2-12 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Rear Doors ...2-13 Tailgate ...2-14 Windows ...2-15 Manual Windows ...2-15 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Display ...2-58 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass ...2-60 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display ...2-62 Outside Manual Mirrors ...2-64 Outside Camper-Type Mirrors ...2-65 Outside West Coast-Type Mirrors ...2-66 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-66 Outside Power - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 98
to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. 2-4 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 99
See "Battery Replacement" and "Resynchronization" under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-5. • If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. You can choose different feedback options for each press of the unlock button. See "Lock Feedback" and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Q (Lock): Press this button once to lock all of the doors. Pressing lock again within three seconds may cause the horn to chirp for lock confirmation. You can choose different feedback options for each press of the lock button. See "Lock Feedback" and "Unlock Feedback" under DIC Vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 101
the same time for 15 seconds. The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization. If the locks do not cycle, see your dealer for service. 1. Insert a thin object, such as a coin, in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole. Remove the bottom by - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Doors and Locks Door Locks {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 103
lock all the doors at once. Delayed Locking If your vehicle is a crew cab, it may be equipped with this feature. When locking the doors with the will also automatically lock when the vehicle is out of PARK (P), or for manual transmission, when the vehicle reaches 8 mph (24 km/h). Operating the power - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 104
the vehicle speed is greater than 8 mph (13 km/h). This is the mode that is pre-programmed in the factory for manual transmission vehicles. The following instructions tell you how to change the automatic door lock mode (automatic transmission only). Choose one of the two programming options listed - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 105
when the key is removed from the ignition. This is the mode that is pre-programmed in the factory for manual transmission vehicles. Mode 4: No automatic door unlock. The following instructions tell you how to change the automatic door unlock mode (automatic transmission only). Choose one of the four - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Rear Door Security Locks (Crew Cab) With this feature, you can lock the rear side doors so that they cannot be opened from the inside by passengers. This feature is located - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 107
door(s) that allows easier access to the rear area of the extended cab. To open a rear access door from the outside, first open handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it. Crew Cabs If your vehicle is a crew cab, you can open your doors from the inside or outside. Your vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 108
To remove the tailgate, do the following: 1. Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips. To release the retaining cable clips, lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clip forward. Reverse the above procedure to reinstall. Make sure the tailgate is secure - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 109
even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 110
of the side doors in the front and rear for crew cab models. The driver's door has a switch for the passenger's and rear windows as well, if equipped. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Swing-Out Windows Your vehicle may have swing-out windows. To open a rear swing-out window, flip the latch open and swing the glass out. Sliding Rear Window If your vehicle has this feature, squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. When you close the window, be - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Delayed Locking on page 2-9 for additional information. Close the door and the content - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 113
used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled. If the engine stalls and the Breakers on page 5-124. See your dealer for service. In an emergency, call the GM Roadside Assistance to go out. 3. Unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 114
right while you turn the key hard. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. • Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-67 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 115
while the vehicle is moving. C (Run): This is the position for driving. D (Start): This position starts your engine. To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to ACCESSORY, then press the button and turn the key to LOCK. Do not hold the button in while turning the key to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 116
Accessory Power (RAP), certain features will continue to operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to LOCK unless a door is opened. Manual moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. If you have a diesel engine refer to the diesel supplement for the starting procedure. Notice: Do not try to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 117
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should diesel engine, refer to diesel supplement for location. 2-23 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 118
to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater for that particular area. Automatic Transmission Allison Transmission® See "Range Selection Mode" later in this section. 2-24 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 119
hold the weight of commercial medium duty trucks. Therefore, the Allison Transmission® uses larger parts than other automatic transmissions. These larger parts may sometimes make a clunk noise when the Transmission) on page 2-50. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-67. 2-25 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 120
REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. If your vehicle has the Allison Transmission®, the R on the shift display, may blink if the shift inhibitor use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 121
. DRIVE (D) can be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, MANUAL MODE (M): This position, is available on vehicles with the Allison Allison Transmission®) later in this section. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however it offers more power and lower fuel economy - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 122
fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually Mode (Allison Transmission®) If your truck has an Allison Transmission® your vehicle is equipped with a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 123
lever to the MANUAL MODE (M). When in the MANUAL MODE, the transmission Tow/Haul mode can be used. While at a stop, selecting the second gear range using the Range Selection system, will allow the Allison (Allison Transmission®) If your vehicle has the DURAMAX® diesel engine and the Allison - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 124
, activating the manual selectable ride will adjust the shock absorber characteristics to enhance the ride and handling of the vehicle for towing or hauling heavy loads. Also see Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4-67 for more information. Tow/Haul Mode (Allison Transmission®) If your - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 125
Towing a Trailer on page 4-67 for more information. Cruise Grade Braking is available on the 6.6L DURAMAX® diesel engine. Cruise Grade Braking monitors a vehicle's cruise state, engine torque, acceleration, vehicle speed, and the cruise set speed. Using this information, it detects when the truck - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 6.0L V8 Engine) Here is how to on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. FIRST (1) is intended only for heavy loads or trailer towing and is not recommended for normal driving. During the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle use, start - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 127
REVERSE (R): To back up, first press down the clutch pedal. Wait for the vehicle to stop moving and then, shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 128
8.1L V8 and DURAMAX®™ 6.6L V8 accelerator pedal. This six-speed pattern is unique to GM manual transmissions. The transmission always repositions the shift lever to NEUTRAL, or FIRST (1). Use FIRST (1) when trailer towing, driving with payload in the pickup box or launching on a grade. Otherwise, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 129
FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Upshift into the higher forward gears the same way as you do THIRD (3). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal. Wait for - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transmission, you may have a shift light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. Four-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine's driving power to all four wheels for extra traction - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Manual Transfer Case A 4WD indicator light comes on when you shift into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. of the driver. Use this lever to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* Transfer Case Settings 2H YES YES YES YES 4H 4L N *See Recreational Vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 132
extended periods towed. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-62 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-61. 2H (Two-Wheel High): This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. This setting also provides the best fuel economy - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 133
5 km/h). • While in 4H or 4L you may experience reduced fuel economy. • Avoid driving in four-wheel drive on clean, dry pavement. Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N), or with a manual transmission, press the clutch pedal, or shift into extend the life of your transfer case. 2-39 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 134
to the left of the instrument panel cluster. *See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-62 for further information. You can choose among four dry pavement in Four-Wheel-Drive High or Four-Wheel-Drive Low for an extended period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle's powertrain. Do not - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 135
-wheel drive. This setting also provides the best fuel economy. 4 m (Four-Wheel High): Use this setting when should take your vehicle to your dealer for service. An indicator light will flash while the towing your vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-62 or Towing Your Vehicle on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 136
Shifting into Four-Wheel High or AUTO 4WD (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) Press and release the four-wheel high or AUTO 4WD switch. This can be done at any speed, except when shifting from Four-Wheel Low, and the indicator light will flash while shifting. It will remain on when the shift is completed. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Shifting Out of Four-Wheel Low To shift from Four-Wheel Low to Four-Wheel High, AUTO 4WD, or Two-Wheel High, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and the ignition in RUN. The preferred method for shifting out of Four-Wheel Low is to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 138
one second, then shift the transmission to DRIVE (D) for one second, or FIRST (1) for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. 8. Turn the engine off, by turning the key to ACCESSORY. 9. Place the transmission shift lever in PARK (P). 10. Turn the ignition to LOCK. Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 139
See Parking Brake on page 2-49. (N) NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle's transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-62 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-61 for more information. Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal Severe Extreme - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 140
stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle in for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting. Fast flashing means the conditions were not met for an automatic transmission, or REVERSE (R) and FIRST (1) for a manual transmission to have the light stop flashing. 2-46 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 141
must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual transmission. The preferred method for shifting into four-wheel low is to have your vehicle moving 3 mph (5 km/h). Press and release the Four - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 142
procedure starting at Step 3. 8. Turn the engine off, by turning the key to ACCESSORY. 9. Place the transmission shift lever in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission, or FIRST (1) for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. 10. Turn the ignition to LOCK. Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 143
light will go off. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 144
your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in NEUTRAL. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-67. 2-50 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive and your - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 146
medium duty trucks. Therefore, the Allison Transmission® uses larger parts than other automatic transmissions. These larger parts may sometimes still can't shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to ACCESSORY. There is no shift interlock in this key position. 2. Apply and hold the brake - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 147
case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear. Your or someone else could be seriously if you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-67. {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Engine Exhaust Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 149
, always set the parking brake and move the automatic transmission shift lever to PARK (P), or the manual transmission shift lever to NEUTRAL. {CAUTION: Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL ) on page 2-50. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-67. 2-55 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Pull or push the tab under the mirror to adjust system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 2-69 for more information about the services OnStar® provides. O(On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic dimming feature and compass. Press - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth's magnetic north and true geographic north. The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 152
, the new unit will be locked in and the compass/temperature display will return. If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time, please consult your dealer. Under certain circumstances, a delay in updating the temperature is normal. P (On/Off): This is the on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside of zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 154
Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs: Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Compass Operation Press the on/off button once to turn the compass on or off. There is a compass display in the window in the upper right corner of the mirror face. The compass displays a maximum of two characters. For example, "NE" is displayed for north-east. To adjust for compass variance, do - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 156
can be turned on or off by briefly pressing either the TEMP or the COMP button. If an abnormal reading is displayed, for an extended period of time, please consult your dealer. Under certain circumstances, a delay in updating the temperature is normal. Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The time - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs: Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 158
with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you. The mirrors - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 159
can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind you. Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. These mirrors can also be manually folded in. On the lower portion of the mirror is a convex mirror. A convex mirror's surface is curved so you - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 160
the mirror you want to adjust, then press the dots located on the four-way control pad to adjust the mirror. The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. To return the mirror to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 161
the mirrors fold in; this is normal. The mirror glass will reposition itself once the mirrors are unfolded. If the mirrors are accidentally folded/unfolded manually, they may shake or flutter at normal driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded position. If this happens, you will need to reset - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, the driver's outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off settings found on the electrochromic mirror. Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger's side mirror - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 163
® Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar®, the Safe and Sound Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase. You can extend this need. A complete OnStar® User's Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar® Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle's glove - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 164
• All Safe and Sound Plan Services • Driving Directions • RideAssist • Information and Convenience Services OnStar® Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may To find out more about OnStar® Personal Calling, refer to the OnStar® User's Guide in the vehicle's glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 165
vehicle is equipped with the Universal Home Remote Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. The Universal Home - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 166
the programming of your Universal Home Remote Transmitter. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote. Because Home Remote programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 167
4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons. 5. Press and hold the newly-trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light. If the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 168
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home Remote button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to fl - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 170
down for the rear seat passengers to use. The front cupholder pulls out and swivels 180° to provide clearance between tall beverage containers and the manual transmission shift lever (if equipped). 2-76 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 171
A. Back rail B. Side rail C. Rear bow D. Center bow E. Front bow F. Front rail 3. Remove the three bows by gently pushing them against the spring-loaded end. The three bows are labeled front, center, rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them. 2. Remove the tonneau cover from the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 172
can be used to block the rays of the sun. The roller sunscreen can be manually operated with the sunroof in an open or closed position. To open the sunscreen, press must be on or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-22 for more information. 2- - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 173
and the memory position will be recalled. If the vehicle is not in PARK (P), the memory position will not be recalled. • If you have a manual transmission, press and These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver's seat and both the driver's and passenger's outside - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 174
If you have an automatic transmission, press and release the exit button on the memory control while the vehicle is in PARK (P). • If you have a manual transmission, press and release the exit button on the memory control while the parking brake is set. • If this feature is activated in the Driver - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 175
...3-36 Battery Warning Light ...3-39 Voltmeter Gage ...3-39 Up-Shift Light (Manual Transmission) ...3-40 Brake System Warning Light ...3-41 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...3-17 Front Reading Lamps ...3-18 Cargo Lamp ...3-18 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-18 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ...3-19 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 176
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-130 Chime Level Adjustment ...3-130 Four-Wheel-Drive Light ...3-49 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...3-49 Cargo Lamp Light ...3-49 Fuel Gage ...3-50 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-50 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-51 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-52 DIC Warnings - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 177
✍ NOTES 3-3 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Instrument Panel Overview Automatic Transmission Version shown, Manual Transmission Version similar 3-4 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 179
G. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission® only) Button (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-24. H. Gearshift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-24 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-32 for manual transmissions. I. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 181
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place. • L Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-9. • I Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 3-10. For information on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 182
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won't see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned- - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Windshield Wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades may not clear the windshield well, making it harder to see and drive safely. If the blades do become damaged, install new - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 184
apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off. {CAUTION: If your vehicle is equipped with an Allison automatic transmission, see "Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking (Allison Transmission®) under Tow/Haul Mode on page 2-30 for an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the tap up - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. But you don't need to reset it. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 186
gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills. • Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. The headlamp control has four positions: 9 (Off): Turning the control to this position turns off the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamps. AUTO (Automatic): - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Headlamps on Reminder A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your ignition is off, in LOCK, ACCESSORY, or a door is open. To disable the chime, turn the light off then back on. When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp system - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 189
The headlamps will remain off once the vehicle is started for as long as you are parked. If you release the parking brake, the lights will turn on. If the parking brake is not released before you begin to drive, the exterior lamps will turn on above 2 mph (3.2 km/h). Your vehicle is equipped with a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 190
along with the fog lamps. Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp If your vehicle has this feature, this button includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install an auxiliary roof lamp. Your parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work. Press - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 191
When the wiring is connected to an auxiliary roof mounted lamp, pressing the button will activate the lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the button. Pressing the button again will turn off the roof mounted lamp. If your vehicle has this button, your vehicle may have the snow plow prep - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 192
light on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate when the cargo lamp is turned on, and the ignition key is turned to RUN. Accessory Power Outlet(s) With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. Your vehicle may have two - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 193
the outlet, lift the cover. When not using it, always close the cover. Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 194
of the air flowing into the passenger area. Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air. Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. Fan Knob The - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 195
) (Bi-Level): Air is delivered through the floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets. The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings. This setting directs most of the air through the floor outlets, and the rest of the air - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Mode Control To change the current mode, select one of the following: H (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. The air-conditioning compressor will also come on when this mode is activated. While in recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 197
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Driver's Side Temperature Knob The driver's side knob is used to adjust the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Passenger's Side Temperature Knob The passenger's side knob can be used to change the temperature of the air coming through the system on the passenger's side of the vehicle. The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off. This is possible since outside air will always flow through - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 200
the down arrow to decrease fan speed. Pressing this button when the system is off will turn the system on. C (Mode): Press this button to manually change the direction of the airflow in your vehicle; repeatedly press the button until the desired mode appears on the display. If you press - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 201
will deliver air to the floor See "Defogging and Defrosting" later in When the weather is cool or damp, operating the system in recirculation for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle's windows. To clear the fog, select either defog or front defrost. You may also notice that - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 202
your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets. To warm - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Defogging and Defrosting You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Use the front defrost button to defrost the front windshield. Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Press the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 204
of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be vehicle. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages on your vehicle. The pictures will help - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Instrument Panel Cluster United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown. Canada, Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar. Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 206
on page 3-52 for more information. Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). See "Grade Braking (Allison Transmission®)" under Tow/Haul Mode on page 2-30 for more information. Notice: If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the solid red area - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 207
checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the passenger sensing system (if your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. 3-33 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Airbag Off Light When you turn the right front passenger's airbag off, this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the airbag has been turned off. This light will go off when you turn the airbag on. {CAUTION: If the right front passenger's airbag is turned off for a person who is not in - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 209
(for example, do not secure a rear-facing child restraint in your vehicle) until you have your vehicle serviced. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) If your vehicle is an extended cab pickup and this ever happens, do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system, your rearview mirror will have a passenger airbag status indicator. When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat the unless passenger airbag status indicator shows off. Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the airbag is off. Here is why: If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 212
several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. {CAUTION: {CAUTION: If the right front passenger's airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 213
system problem. Have it checked right away. Driving with this light displayed could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with this light displayed, it helps to turn off all your accessories, . The voltmeter gage may also read lower when in fuel economy mode. This is normal. 3-39 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 214
the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Up-Shift Light (Manual Transmission) This light is used on some models with manual transmissions. The shift indicator light will show you when to shift to the next highest gear, and will help you get the best fuel economy. 3-40 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 215
parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-61. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 216
warn you if the system is turned off. If the light stays on, or comes on when you are driving, there may be a problem with your Traction Assist System and your vehicle may need service. When this light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. 3-42 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 217
and approach the 250°F (122°C) mark. If the gage reaches the 260°F (125°C) mark, it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity. See Engine Overheating on page 5-37. Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage. When your ignition is on, the gage shows the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 218
If your vehicle has an Allison transmission, and the fluid reaches temperatures of approximately 275°F (135°C) above normal. See your dealer for service. The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: Towing a trailer Hot outside air temperatures Vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 219
a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-4. This service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 220
fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-6. Poor fuel problems that may have developed. Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing , and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 222
low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. Cruise Control Light This - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 223
been activated. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on page 2-30. Four-Wheel-Drive Light The four-wheel-drive indicator will light up when you shift a manual transfer case into four-wheel drive and the front axle engages. Cargo Lamp Light This - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 224
will appear. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-54 for more information. If you have a diesel engine, see "Fuel Gage" in the Diesel Engine Supplement. Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. This light comes on when the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 225
without DIC buttons. If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission® and the shift lever is in the MANUAL MODE (M) position, the DIC will display the an Allison Transmission®. t (Fuel Information): 4 (Customization): Press this button to display the current range, fuel used, average fuel economy, and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 226
has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four DIC buttons located on the steering wheel. These buttons are trip information, fuel information, customization, and select. The button functions are detailed in the following pages. Trip B: Press the trip information button until TRIP - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 227
Range: If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission® and the vehicle is in the MANUAL MODE (M) position, press the trip information FUEL USED is displayed. Average Fuel Economy: Press the fuel information button until AVG ECON appears on the display. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (MPG - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Press the fuel information button until additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-20 and only make the messages disappear, not correct the problem. Customization Button 4 (Customization): Press the customization - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 229
them. BATTERY NOT CHARGING On some vehicles, if the battery is not charging during operation, this message will appear on the DIC. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Have the electrical system checked by your GM dealer as soon as possible. Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 230
the DIC, a chime will sound, and the battery warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Have the electrical system checked by - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 231
information. Stop the vehicle and let the engine idle in PARK (P) for a few minutes, or NEUTRAL with the parking brake set for manual transmissions, to allow the coolant to reach a safe temperature. This message will clear when the coolant temperature drops to safe operating temperature. DRIVER - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 232
trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display. See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3-50, Fuel Gage on page 3-50, and Fuel on page 5-6. LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR (Crew Cab) If the driver's side rear door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 233
low oil pressure has been corrected. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer. See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-20. RANGE SHIFT INHIBITED (Allison Transmission® Only) If the transmission is unable to shift into a selected gear, this message will - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Engine Overheating on page 5-37 for additional information. SERVICE 4WD (Four-Wheel-Drive) If a problem occurs with the four-wheel-drive system, this begin driving, the four-wheel-drive system needs service. See your GM dealer. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR (Crew Cab) If the passenger's side rear door is - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 235
brake system warning light is also on, you should have the vehicle towed for service. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-41. If the brake , this message will be displayed on the DIC when there is a problem with the Supplemental Brake Assist system. If the message is displayed immediately - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 236
SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, if there is a problem with the battery charging system, this message be charging at an optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability to enter the fuel economy mode. The vehicle is safe to drive, however you should have the electrical system checked by - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 237
transmission shifting patterns will return to normal. If the vehicle has the Tow/Haul mode, use this feature if the transmission is operating at higher temperatures for more information. TRANS (Transmission) IN WARM UP (Allison Transmission® Only) When temperatures are very cold, the transmission - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 238
TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the off position. Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 239
will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition. UNLOCK DOORS: MANUALLY: The doors will not be unlocked automatically. Choose one of the available locks, see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-10. Door Lock Delay (Crew Cab only) If your DIC does not have this feature, you still may - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 240
Lock Feedback Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your preference for the feedback you receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter, press the select button while LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Headlamp Delay Press the customization button until HEADLAMP DELAY appears in the display. To select your preference for how long the headlamps will stay on when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button while HEADLAMP DELAY is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 242
EASY EXIT SEAT: ON: The driver's seat will move to the exit position when the key is removed from the ignition. Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. For more information on seat position - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 243
UNITS: ENGLISH • DISPLAY UNITS: METRIC If you choose English, all information will be displayed in English units. For example, distance in miles and fuel economy in miles per gallon. If you choose metric, all information will be displayed in metric units. For example, distance in kilometers and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Defensive Driving on page 4-2. By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle's audio system, you can use it you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-22 for more information. Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) The radio may have a button marked with - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 246
AM-FM Radio Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM. The display will show the selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. o SEEK p: Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 248
on the display. Fade may not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab model. Radio with CD Radio Messages CAL (Calibrated): The audio system has been system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 249
are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 250
For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Channel Number/Channel Name. To change the default on the display, press the INFO knob until you see the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 251
equalization settings designed for country/western, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings. The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source. If the radio is equipped with the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 252
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 253
seconds. AF OFF will appear on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 254
title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and and must be returned to your GM dealer for service. LOCKED: This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 255
on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available CH Off Air CH Unavail No Info No Info 3-81 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 256
dealer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a receiver fault. Consult with your GM dealer. If this message does not clear - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Playing a CD Insert a CD part way into the slot, label side up. The player will pull be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 258
3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed. Release this - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 259
humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem. Base Radio Shown, Bose® Similar If your vehicle has the Bose® audio system, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 260
are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 261
For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Channel Number/Channel Name. To change the default on the display, press the INFO knob until you see the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 262
equalization settings designed for country/western, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings. The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source. If the radio is equipped with the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 264
seconds. AF OFF will appear on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 265
title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and and must be returned to your GM dealer for service. LOCKED: This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 266
on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available CH Off Air CH Unavail No Info No Info 3-92 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 267
dealer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a receiver fault. Consult with your GM dealer. If this message does not clear - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 268
tape player will play the other side of the tape when it reaches the end. Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will work in the cassette tape player. See "CD Adapter Kits" later for more information. The tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted. If - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 269
3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to quickly reverse the tape. The radio will play while the tape reverses. Press it again to return to playing speed. The station frequency and REV will appear on the display. Select stations during reverse operation by using TUNE and SEEK. 4 FWD (Forward): - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 270
down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem. Playing a CD Insert a CD part way into the slot, label side up. The player will If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player with the cassette tape player after - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead. Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 272
. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the message, write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem. Z (Eject): Press this button to stop and eject a CD when it is - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and a DVD is playing, the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle's speakers. To listen to the DVD, press the TAPE DISC button until - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 274
are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 275
For XM™ (if equipped), press the INFO knob while in XM™ mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Channel Number/Channel Name. To change the default on the display, press the INFO knob until you see the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2. 3. Tune in the desired station. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 277
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 278
seconds. AF OFF will appear on the display. The radio will not switch to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 279
title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and and must be returned to your GM dealer for service. LOCKED: This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 280
on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available CH Off Air CH Unavail No Info No Info 3-106 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 281
dealer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a receiver fault. Consult with your GM dealer. If this message does not clear - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 282
in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, green. 4. Load a CD. Insert the CD part way into the slot, label side up. The player will pull the CD in. 3-108 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 283
# will appear on the display. 3. Once the light stops flashing and turns green, INSERT CD # will appear on the display, load a CD. Insert the CD part way into the slot, label side up. The player will pull the CD in. Once the CD is loaded, the indicator light will begin flashing - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 284
the CD several times before stopping. Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject a CD after you have tried to push it in manually. The player's 25-second eject timer will reset at each press of eject, causing the player to not eject the CD until the 25-second - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 285
©SEEK ¨: Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If either arrow is pressed more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD. ©SCAN ¨: To scan one CD, press - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 286
S-LIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections. To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on the display. The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order they were saved. Seek through the song list by using - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 287
down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for , write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem. 3-113 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 288
in the Radio with Six-Disc CD (if equipped) or use XM™ Satellite Radio Service (if equipped), you will hear the audio for these sources, instead of the DVD player power on and automatically resume play if the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or if RAP is active. Before You Drive The RSE system is for - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 289
to the RCA jacks. The yellow connector inputs video and the red and white connectors input right and left audio. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for proper connection of the auxiliary device. To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 290
How to Change the Video Format when in the Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. In some countries, the video format may be in the PAL system. To change the video format, perform the following: 1. Press the display menu button. 2. Press the down arrow button to highlight - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 291
CD/CD-R media are fully supported by this DVD player. DVD-R and DVD-RW media is supported if formatted as DVD-Video Six-Disc CD (if equipped) or use XM™ Satellite Radio Service (if equipped), you will hear the audio for these sources, ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. 3-117 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 292
y (Main DVD Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. Use the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu. After making a selection press the enter button. This button only operates when playing a DVD. Press this - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 293
automatically start, if the vehicle is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when RAP is active. If a disc the main title, refer to the on-screen instructions. Ejecting a Disc Press the eject button on the control stored in a cool, dry place. To extend the life of the batteries, the remote control does not - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Remote Control Buttons z (Set-up Menu): Press this button to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode, and dynamic range compression. The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs. e (Audio): Press this - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 295
1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter, title, and track number selection. | (Camera Angle): }10 (Double Digit Entries): \ (Clear): Press this button to select chapter, title, and track numbers greater than 9. Press this button before - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 296
of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place. Problem No power. Disc will not play. The picture does not fill the screen eject the disc. Recommended Action The ignition might not be in on or accessory. The parental control button might have been turned on. The power indicator - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 297
not dead or installed incorrectly. The parental control button might have been turned on. The power indicator light will flash. Problem In auxiliary mode, the picture moves or scrolls. Problem After stopping the player, I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, headphone audio cuts out low batteries, reception or buzzes. range, and interference from cellular telephone towers or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Cleaning the Video Screen Pour some isopropyl or rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth and gently wipe the video screen. Do not spray directly onto the screen and do not press too hard or too long on the video screen. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 300
x SEEK w: When listening to FM1, FM2, or AM, press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. When a cassette tape is playing, press the up or the down arrow to go to the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 301
the following: If your vehicle has OnStar, press this button to interact with the OnStar system. See the OnStar® System on page 2-69 in this manual for more information. If your vehicle does not have OnStar, press this button to silence the system. Press it again, or any other radio button - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 302
power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada (if available). Just as with FM, tall - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 303
to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before the tape player is serviced. Care of Your CDs and DVDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Truck-Camper Loading Information ...4-59 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab ...4-61 Towing ...4-61 Towing Your Vehicle ...4-61 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-62 Towing Braking in Emergencies ...4-9 Traction Assist System (TAS) ...4-9 Manual Selectable Ride ...4-11 Locking Rear Axle ...4-12 Steering - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 306
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-12. {CAUTION: Defensive driving really means - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 307
U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is "too much" if someone plans to drive - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 308
According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 309
even fatal - collision if you drive after drinking. Please 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. 4-5 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 310
) on page 4-9. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-4. Braking with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs, and frustration. But even in three-fourths of a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 311
push. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on on. This is normal. If there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning Proportioning (DRP) system. If there is a DRP problem, both the brake and ABS warning lights will come - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 312
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 313
on dry roads under some conditions. When this happens, you may notice a reduction in acceleration. This is normal and doesn't mean there's a problem with your vehicle. Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in a turn, an abrupt upshift or downshift of the transmission or driving on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Traction Assist System, Anti-Lock Brake System or engine-related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service. • If the vehicle has been driven with the TAS system accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-4 for more information. 4-10 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Manual Selectable Ride The main function of this system is to provide superior with the indicator light lit. This switch position indicates FIRM levels of ride control or damping. The following guide can also be used to help determine the best setting. NORMAL: The indicator light will not be lit - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 316
FIRM (Loaded): Press the button to activate this setting, the indicator light will be lit. Use this setting to minimize trailer inputs to the vehicle or when the vehicle is fully loaded. This setting is also appropriate for off-road driving. You can select a setting at any time based on road and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Accessories and Modifications on page 5-4. Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck is the time for evasive action - steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Off-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 320
• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 321
down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Off-Road Driving This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see Braking on page 4-6. If your vehicle is an SS Model or does not have four - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 322
If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle, you can remove the front bumper lower air dam. The front bumper lower air dam is held in place by a series of push-pins located around the lower edge of the front bumper. The push-pins are accessible from underneath - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 323
though, be sure to replace the air dam. Notice: Operating your vehicle for extended periods without the front bumper lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged. Always be sure - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 324
you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if equipped) are read all the information about your four-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual. Is there enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are the fluid levels - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 325
res (where permitted), camp stoves and lanterns. • Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other You will find other important information in this manual. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-48 and Tires on page 5-73. combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle's exhaust - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 326
. If something happens to one of them, the other can help quickly. Does your vehicle have a winch? If so, be sure to read the winch instructions. In a remote area, a winch can be handy if you get stuck. But you will want to know how to use it properly. Controlling your vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Scanning the Terrain Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions: Off-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Driving on Off-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and cannot do. There are some hills that simply cannot be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. Approaching a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. • Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. • Use a low gear and get a firm grip - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 330
not do. First, here is what you should do: • Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL (N) (or pressing the clutch, if you have a manual transmission) to rev-up the engine and regain forward momentum. This will not work. Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 331
{CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual transmission, even if you are in gear). This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission. You or someone else could - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 332
roll over if you do not drive straight down. • Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N), or with the clutch pedal pressed down with a manual transmission. This is called "free-wheeling." Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade. 4-28 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Apply the parking brake. 2. Shift to PARK (P), or to NEUTRAL with the manual transmission, and, while still braking, restart the engine. 3. Shift back to a cause a downhill slide or a rollover. • Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 334
Q: What if I am driving across an incline that is not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? A: If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. However, a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 335
, axles or exhaust pipe, do not try it - you probably will not get through. Also, water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts. 4-31 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 336
the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information. {CAUTION: Driving - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 337
drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. No one in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses at - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 338
see in dim light - and are not even aware of it. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 339
your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you hit them. 4-35 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 341
to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to use the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 343
they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the miles that first part of the journey. Wear serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you will find experienced and able service - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 344
more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving on page 4-17 for information about driving off-road. • If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 4-40 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 345
and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. • Know how to go down your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 346
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 347
ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing, or loose snow - drive - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 348
Your Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves your vehicle's stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-7. Here are some things to do to summon help - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 349
CO out. Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 350
between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R), Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-61. {CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other parts - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 351
. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty. 4-47 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 352
much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 353
the vehicle Certification/Tire label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axles. luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-67 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 354
kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Item A B C Example 2 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (136 kg) 250 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 355
original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for speci - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 356
capacity, and how do I calculate it?" under Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 4-54. {CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts truck could shift forward and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 357
well. The center of gravity height must not extend above the top of the pickup box flareboard. Any load that extends beyond the vehicle's taillamp area must be properly marked information for off-road driving in this manual. See "Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving" under Off-Road Driving on page 4- - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 358
kg per side) *The combined weight for all rail-mounted equipment should not exceed 1,000 lbs (454 kg), excluded 1500 crew cab models with 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) box length. A reinforcement kit for rail-mounted add-on equipment is recommended. See your dealer. Ladder racks are not recommended for 1500 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 359
of items you have added to your vehicle, like a tool box or truck cap. • Follow the snow plow manufacturer's recommendations regarding rear ballast. Rear (318 kg) snow plow. The total weight of all occupants and cargo inside the cab should not exceed 300 lb (135 kg). This means that you may only be - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 360
front axle before reaching your front GAWR. The front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification/Tire label, as shown. In order to calculate the amount of weight any front accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front axle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 361
W.B.))/W.B. = (700 x (4 + 10))/10 = 980 lbs (445 kg) So, if your truck's front axle reserve capacity is more than 980 lbs (445 kg), you could add the snow plow without exceeding the front and the total vehicle weight is less than the GVWR. Maintaining a proper front and rear weight distribution - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 362
? A: This is the difference between your GVWR and the weight of your truck with full fuel and passengers. It is the amount of weight you can add to your vehicle before reaching your GVWR. Keep in mind that reserve capacity numbers are intended as a guide when selecting the amount of equipment or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 363
vehicle is the weight of the camper, plus the following: The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle's CWR. Refer to the Truck-Camper Loading Information label in the glove box for dimensions A and B as shown in the following illustration. • Everything else added to the camper after it - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: You must weigh any accessories or other equipment that you add to your vehicle. axle loads should not be more than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Open the driver's door and look at the Certification/Tire label to find out your vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 365
vehicle's GVWR. These instructions. Truck-Camper Loading." Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. • What's the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 367
. 7. Turn the ignition off and leave the steering column unlocked. Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Shift an automatic transmission to PARK (P), or a manual transmission to FIRST (1). 2. Turn the engine off, but leave the ignition on. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. 4. Securely - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 368
section for more information. Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Drive the vehicle up onto the tow dolly. 2. Shift an automatic transmission to PARK (P), or a manual transmission to FIRST (1). 3. Turn the engine off, but leave the ignition on. 4. Firmly - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 369
transmission in FIRST (1). 4. Follow the dolly manufacturer's instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly and then the loaded dolly to the tow vehicle. Make sure the wheels are straight before towing. For manual transmission vehicles, make sure the wheels are straight - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 370
Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in FIRST (1). 4. Follow the dolly manufacturer's instructions to attach and secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly and then the loaded dolly to the tow vehicle. For manual transmission vehicles, make sure the wheels are straight - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 371
and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That's the reason for this part. In the steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 372
helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. • If you have an automatic transmission, you can tow in DRIVE (D). You may . If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it's better not to use the highest gear. See Tow/Haul Mode Light on page - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 373
cause damage. However, there is no benefit to the selection of Tow/Haul when the vehicle is unloaded. Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Tow/Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 374
500 lbs (680 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (2WD)* 3.23 4,600 lbs (2 087 kg) 9,500 lbs (4 309 V6 (Auto) 3.73 5,100 lbs (2 313 kg) 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.23 3,600 lbs (1 633 kg) 8,500 lbs (3 859 kg) 3.23 5,900 lbs (2 676 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 375
C-1500 HD (2WD)* 2,500 lbs (1 133 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight C-1500 Crew Cab (2WD)* 3.23 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,700 lbs Auto) 3.73 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 3.23 4,200 lbs (1 905 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.73 5,200 lbs (2 359 kg) 3.23 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 376
Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (2WD)* 3.23 5,800 lbs (2 631 kg) 11,000 lbs (4 994 kg) 4800 V8 (Auto) 3.73 6,800 lbs (3 084 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 448 kg) 3.23 3,800 lbs (1 724 kg) 9,000 lbs (4 086 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.73 4,800 lbs (2 177 kg) 10 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Extended Cab Short Box (4WD)* 3.42 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 4800 V8 (Auto) 3.73 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 4.10 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg)** 3.42 4,700 lbs (2 132 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual (6 350 kg) (7 031 kg) Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight K-1500 Crew Cab (4WD)* 3.42 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,400 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 378
Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (4WD)* 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.73 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.73 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) 130 kg) 4.10 7,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 3.42 4,900 lbs (2 223 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.73 4,900 lbs (2 223 kg) 4.10 5,900 lbs (2 676 kg) 3.42 7,900 lbs (3 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 379
Extended Cab Long Box (4WD)* 3.42 6,500 lbs (2 948 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 4800 V8 3.73 6,500 lbs (2 948 kg) 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 4.10 7,500 lbs (3 402 kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) 3.42 4,500 lbs (2 041 kg) 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual Silverado Weight C-2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD (2WD)* - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 380
GCWR for 6.6L V8 Diesel 2500 HD models is 23,200 lbs (10 523 kg). Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (2WD)* 6000 V8 000 lbs (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) C-2500 Crew Cab Short Box HD (2WD) 6000 V8 4.10 10,100 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 381
2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (2WD) 6000 V8 4.10 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 382
for 6.6L V8 Diesel 2500 HD models is 23,200 lbs (10 523 kg). Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 000 lbs (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) K-2500 Crew Cab Short Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 9,800 lbs - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 383
Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs (4 400 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 384
lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Single Rear Wheel 3.73 15,400 lbs (6 985 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) K-3500 Extended Cab (4WD)* 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 16,300 lbs (7 394 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 16,300 lbs - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Crew Cab (4WD)* 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,200 lbs (4 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 23,500 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 386
tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-48 for more information about your vehicle's maximum load capacity 1,500 lbs (680 kg) for the 2500, 2500 HD or 3500 series with a weight distributing hitch - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 387
carry tongue weight. Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating). The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional weight. Consider the following example - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 388
your vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings - GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight. The only the same both before and after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle. If you use a step-bumper hitch, the bumper large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 389
at least six inches of clearance between the top of the pickup box and the bottom of the trailer shelf that extends over the box. Make sure the hitch is attached to the tow vehicle frame rails. Do not use the pickup box for support. Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering Notice: Pulling a fifth-wheel - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 390
be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able on page 2-54. To maximize your safety when towing a trailer: • Have your exhaust system inspected Climate Control System on page 3-20. • The trailer parts can withstand 3,000 psi (20 650 kPa) of pressure - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 391
vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror While towing a trailer or when exposed to long periods of sunshine, the floor of the truck bed may become very warm. Avoid putting items in the truck bed - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 392
signal when they are not. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. If you have a 5-speed manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it's better not to use FIFTH (5) gear. Just drive in FOURTH (4) gear (or, as you need to, a lower gear). If you have - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 393
use the steps that follow. Always put the automatic transmission shift lever fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have a manual transmission, turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake. If the transfer case on four-wheel-drive vehicles is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 394
extended cab and crew cab pickups have an eight-wire trailer towing harness. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you're trailering, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 395
with a trailer battery feed fuse from your dealer. If you need to tow a light-duty trailer with a standard four-way round pin connector, you Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Light Blue: CHMSL* Red: Battery Feed** Dark Blue: Trailer Brake *The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 396
package. The eight-wire camper harness is located under the front edge of the pickup box on the driver's side of the vehicle, attached to the frame bracket. Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Light Blue: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) If your vehicle is equipped with - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 397
. If it is no longer available to you, be sure to get a proper replacement from your dealer. This harness is included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. This harness is for an electric brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse. It should be installed - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 398
located behind the auxiliary battery. Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 399
, so that you won't go over the GVWR or GAWR. If you are using a weight Towing a Trailer on page 4-67. 4. Engage the PTO. Refer to the manufacturer's or installer's for instructions manufacturer's or installer's instructions. To engage a PTO on a vehicle with a manual transmission do the following: - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 400
brake pedal (and off the clutch on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission). 4. Select the desired engine speed for PTO operation. is off the brake pedal (and off the clutch for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission). 4. Select the desired engine speed by using the foot pedal, and select - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 401
turned on, the engine is limited to 2,200 rpms. If there are no accessories installed on the vehicle, make sure the PTO switch is turned off. Step-Bumper at the center of the bumper. If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer, and your step-bumper has three cutout circles, you must push out - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 402
✍ NOTES 4-98 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 403
Service and Appearance Care Manual Service ...5-4 Accessories and Modifications ...5-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-5 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-5 Fuel (Except Allison Transmission®) ...5-27 Automatic Transmission Fluid - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-89 Wheel Replacement ...5-89 Tire 64 Roof Marker Lamps ...5-66 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...5-67 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...5-69 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back- - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 405
...5-124 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-126 Underhood Fuse Block ...5-127 Capacities and Specifications ...5-132 Tires ...5-120 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-120 Underbody Vehicle Identification ...5-122 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-122 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-123 5-3 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 406
it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Accessories and Modifications When you add non-GM - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 407
, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 408
your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement. For vehicles with rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Gasoline Specifications At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 409
correct and prevent most deposit-related problems. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as fuels. Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 410
Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E85) pump available. The U. S. Department of Energy has an alternative fuels website fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798. If you have trouble starting on E85, it may be because your E85 fuel - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 411
gasoline. Regular unleaded gasoline is recommended when pulling a trailer. For payload capacity with ethanol fuel, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-48. Notice: Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and may harm your fuel system. Damage caused by additives would not be covered by your new - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 412
. It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you loosen it. {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 413
is a dual fuel tank chassis cab model, and it runs out of fuel, refuel the front fuel tank first to ensure a quick restart. Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 414
not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, or on any surface other than the ground. • Bring the fill nozzle {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 415
steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then pull down the hood and close it firmly. 5-13 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 416
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4.3L V6 engine, here is what you will see: 5-14 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 417
Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped). See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Automatic Transmission Fluid (Except Allison Transmission®) on page 5-27 or Automatic Transmission Fluid (Allison Transmission®) on page 5-30. F. Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System on page 5-40. G. Engine Oil - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 418
When you open the hood on the 5.3L V8 engine (4.8L and 6.0L V8 engines similar), here is what you will see: 5-16 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 419
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped). See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Automatic Transmission Fluid (Except Allison Transmission®) on page 5-27 or Automatic Transmission Fluid (Allison Transmission®) on page 5-30. F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 420
When you open the hood on the 8.1L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-18 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 421
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped). See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Automatic Transmission Fluid (Except Allison Transmission®) on page 5-27 or Automatic Transmission Fluid (Allison Transmission®) on page 5-30. F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 422
(Gasoline Engine) If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Engine Oil" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Engine Supplement. If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 423
one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-132. Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 424
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 425
be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer has GM-trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. If - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 426
. Repeat the procedure. If it still does not reset, see your dealer for service. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. 5-24 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Gasoline Engines) If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Pickup Models" under "Engine Air Cleaner/Filter" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for the correct inspection and replacement procedures. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 428
on the front corner of the engine compartment on the passenger's side of the vehicle. 2. Loosen the screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. 4. Clean the engine air cleaner/filter sealing surfaces and the housing. 5. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. 6. Reinstall the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 429
Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 430
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 431
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-14. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. A cold check is used only as a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 432
Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 433
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Hot Check Procedure The fluid must be hot to ensure an accurate check. The fluid level rises as the temperature increases. 1. Operate the transmission in DRIVE (D) range until the normal operating temperature of 160°F (71°C) to 200°F (93°C) - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 434
is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check Manual Transmission Fluid A good time to have your manual transmission fluid checked is when the engine oil is changed. See Additional Required Services (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-7 to find out when to change - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 435
How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading. Notice: Too much or too little fluid - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 436
to Add Manual Transmission Fluid uid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how uid. See Owner Checks and Services on page 6-11 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) on page - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 437
is in place in the reservoir. See the instructions on the reservoir cap. A 50/50 extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 25,000 miles (41 500 km - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 438
. Use only the proper mixture of the engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 439
tank, but only when the engine is cool. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 440
engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-67. 5-38 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 441
everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. Also, see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" later in this section. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. 5-39 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 442
be driven to a safe place in an emergency. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided. Engine) on page 5-20. Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: 8.1L V8 Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 443
{CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 444
, and other engine parts, can be very should be running. If it is not, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, see "Cooling System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for the proper coolant fill procedure. If you have not found a problem yet, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 445
of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant. Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. {CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 446
{CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 447
. 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 you may - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 448
steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 449
. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as well as washer fluid - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 450
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir. So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 451
level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark. system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 452
lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop, your brakes adjust for wear. 5-50 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 453
performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 454
, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle. 2. If you have a vehicle with a diesel engine with two batteries (or more), you should know before you begin that, especially in cold weather, you may not be able to get enough - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 455
automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could the engine drive bracket on all V8 and diesel engines, and on the thermostat housing on the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 456
if the vehicle has one. Do not connect positive (+) to negative (−) or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. And do not connect the negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks. On vehicles equipped with - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 457
end of the negative (−) cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part of the vehicle with the dead battery, or to a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. 11. dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 5-55 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 458
is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid fluid volume. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative (−) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 459
. Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading. To get an plug hole. • The proper level for the 1500HD Series, 2500 Series and 2500HD Series with the 6.0L V8 engine (RPO • The proper level for the 2500HD with the 6.6L diesel engine (RPO LLY) or 8.1L V8 engine (RPO - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 460
is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. Manual Transfer Case 5-58 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 461
When to Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-4. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ( - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 462
is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 463
noise emission standards for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg). The Maintenance of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control, prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; or 2. The - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 464
gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 2. Remove the pin on the headlamp assembly by turning the pin up and pulling it straight out. 5-62 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 465
3. Pull the headlamp assembly out. 4. Unplug the electrical connector. 5. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly. 6. Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector. 8. Reinstall the headlamp - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 466
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps To replace a front turn signal, sidemarker, or DRL bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously. See Headlamps on page 5-62 for more information. 2. Press the retainer clip (arrow), located behind the turn - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 467
5. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket. 6. Install a new bulb into the bulb socket. 7. Reinstall the bulb socket into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks (the sidemarker lamps does not lock into place). 8. Reinstall the turn signal assembly back onto the vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 468
Roof Marker Lamps To replace a roof marker lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws and lift off the lens. 2. Install a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks into place. 3. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. 5-66 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 469
, do the following: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the six screws from the center roof marker lamp assembly. 2. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 470
2. Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs. 3. Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder back plate. Remove a cargo bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out. 4. If a CHMSL bulb is replaced, put the new - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 471
Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps To replace a pickup box identification or fender marker lamp bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the screws and lamp assembly. 2. Unplug the lamp assembly harness. 3. Gently pry the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 472
3. Determine which of the following taillamp assembly applies to your vehicle. A. Stoplamp/Taillamp B. Turn Signal C. Back-up Lamp 4. Press the release tab, if equipped, and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 473
Turn Signal Lamp Rear Turn Signal Lamp* Stoplamp and Taillamp* * Chassis Cab Models Bulb Number 3157 1156 912 4114K 194 3457A 9005 9006 3157 3157 following: 1. Peel the rubber seal away from the lens using your hands. 2. Lift the lens off the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the old bulb straight out from - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 474
and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (Gasoline Engines) on page 6-17. To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following: 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release lever (B) to disengage the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 475
you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer's booklet included with your vehicle's Owner's Manual. CAUTION: (Continued) • Underinflated tires pose the same danger - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 476
examples of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. For information on recommended tire pressure see - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 477
the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used on page 4-48. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size : The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 478
parts of a tire size. (A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letters LT as the first two characters in the tire size means a light truck Tire and Rim Association. (F) Service Description: The service description indicates the load range and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 479
Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers , brand and date of production. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, see Loading - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 480
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 that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 481
Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure. See "Tire - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 482
capacity. For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of the tire and loading information label, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-48. Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 483
. Press. For this example, you would set the inflation pressure for high-speed driving at 38 psi (265 kPa). 5-81 High Speed Operation (SS Silverado) {CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 484
Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new, or whenever a wheel, wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque after 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles (160, 1 600 and 10 000 km) of driving. For proper torque and wheel nut tightening information, see Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 485
If your vehicle has single rear wheels and the tread design for your front tires is the same as your rear tires, use the rotation pattern shown here when rotating your tires. If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread design for your front tires is the same as your rear tires, always use - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 486
certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-132. {CAUTION: The dual tires are rotated each side are lined up. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 487
tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 488
Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 489
and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 5-86 and Accessories and Modifications on page 5-4 for additional information. 5-87 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 490
ficantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear 200 tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 491
Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 492
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts : The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 493
of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 494
Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. {CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous vehicle only for changing a flat tire. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. Changing a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 495
firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK (P), or shift a manual transmission to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). 3. If you have a four-wheel-drive your vehicle has a flat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of the wheel blocks. The following - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 496
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 1500 Crew Cab A. Knob D. Wing Nut Retaining B. Retaining Hook Wheel Blocks C. Wheel Blocks E. Jack Regular Cab and Crew Cab (Except 1500 Crew Cab) A. Wing Nut Retaining D. Tool Kit and Jack Tools Wheel Blocks E. Retaining Hook B. Wheel Blocks F. Jack C. Retaining - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 497
E. Knob F. Retaining Bracket Wheel Blocks and Wing Nut B. Wheel Blocks G. Tool Kit and Jack C. Jack Tools D. Retaining Hook For regular cab models, the equipment you will need is behind the passenger's seat. For extended and crew cab models, the equipment is on the shelf behind the passenger's side - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 498
1. If there is a cover, move the seats forward and turn the wing nut on the cover counterclockwise to remove it. For crew cab models, pull up the second row seat with the loop at the base of the seat cushion to access the tools. 2. Turn the knob on - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 499
1. Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock, if equipped with a spare tire lock (J). 3. Insert the hoist end (open end) (F) of the extension through the hole (G) in the rear bumper. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (H) and the two jack handle extensions - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 500
hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle. 6. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable when the tire has been lowered, so - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 501
1. If your 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 they are loosened. Remove the entire center cap. If the wheel has a smooth center - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 502
Jacking Locations A. Front Location (Two-Wheel-Drive 1500 Series) B. Front Location (All Other Series) C. Rear Location (All Series) 3. Position the jack under the vehicle as shown. If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle (two-wheel-drive 1500 Series vehicles), position the jack under the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 503
jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage , be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Front Position - 2WD 1500 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 504
Front Position - All Other Models Rear Position 4. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head. 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 505
off. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 506
8. Install the spare tire. {CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. 10. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 507
Front Position - 2WD 1500 Series Rear Position 11. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely. 5-105 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 508
wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification. See Capacities and Specifications on page 5-132 for wheel nut torque specification. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 509
and Tools on page 5-110. To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: {CAUTION: Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt. Read and follow the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 510
4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-94. 5. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 511
jack. Carefully remove the jack from underneath the vehicle. 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 10. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. 11. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 512
, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Notice: Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the wheel. Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 513
Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Use the following art and text to assist you: 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 514
4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 515
To store the jack and jack tools, do the following: 1. Put the tools (D) in the tool bag (E) and place them in the retaining bracket (C). 2. Tighten down the wing nut (C). 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (B) and jack (G) together with the wing nut (A) and retaining hook (H). 4. Position the jack (G) - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 516
flation - Tire Pressure on page 5-80 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-48 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or store a spare tire, see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5-98 and Storing a Flat - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 517
space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle's interior, maintain liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. • Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. • Damage to your vehicle - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 518
. Never use shoe polish on your leather. • For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 519
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 520
whenever possible. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-118. 5-118 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 521
use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts. Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels The vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 522
ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 523
Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 524
's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. 5-122 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 525
attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-86. Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed. Be sure that - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 526
Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away. Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 527
RR WPR SEO ACCY WS WPR TBC ACCY IGN 3 Usage Not Used Special Equipment Option Accessory Windshield Wipers Truck Body Controller Accessory Ignition, Heated Seats DRIVER UNLCK IGN 0 TBC IGN 0 VEH CHMSL LT TRLR ST/TRN Usage Four-Wheel Drive System, Auxiliary Battery Climate Control System Power Door - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 528
DDM AUX PWR 2, M/GATE LCKS ECC, TPM TBC 2C HAZRD CB LT DRS TBC 2B TBC 2A Usage Left Turn Signals and Sidemarkers Vehicle Stoplamps, Tire Pressure Monitoring System Truck Body Controller Flasher Module Left Power Windows Circuit Breaker Truck Body Controller Truck Body Controller Center Instrument - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 529
Used Infotainment Harness Connection Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle near the battery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 530
5-128 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 531
FEED HYBRID STUD #1 Usage Diesel Glow Plugs and Intake Air Heater Gasoline Accessory Power Hybrid Auxiliary Power (Single Battery and Diesels Only)/ Dual Battery (TP2) Ignition Power Left Bussed Electrical Center, Left Doors, Truck Body Controller, Flasher Module Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring Right - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 532
Engine, Fan Clutch-Diesel Engines Instrument Panel Cluster Control Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring Fuel Pump (Relay) Back-up Lamps Fuses DRL SEO IGN TBC IGN1 HI HDLP-LT LH HID DRL RVC IPC/DIC HVAC/ECAS CIG Running Lamps (Relay) Rear Defog Relay Truck Body Controller Ignition High Beam Headlamp-Left - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 533
Fuses LO HDLP-LT BTSI CRNK LO HDLP-RT FOG LP FOG LP HORN W/S WASH W/S WASH INFO block is located in the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. Fuses COOL/FAN COOL/FAN COOL/FAN Relays COOL/FAN 1 COOL - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 534
Front A/C* 5.3L V8 Automatic with Front A/C** 6.0L V8 Automatic* 6.0L V8 Automatic** 6.0L V8 Manual* 8.1L V8 HD Automatic* 8.1L V8 Automatic* 8.1 V8 Manual* * Engine Fan Driven cooling system ** Electric Cooling Fan system 5-132 Capacities English 14.8 qt 16.5 qt 15.1 qt 16.6 qt 15.2 qt 16.8 qt 15 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 535
Application Engine Oil with Filter 4.3 V6 4.8 V8; 5.3 V8; 6.0 V8 8.1 V8 Fuel Tank Short Bed and 2500 LD Long Bed and Chassis Cab (Pickup Box Delete) Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD - front Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD - rear Transfer Case Fluid Wheel Nut Torque After refill, the level must be rechecked. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 536
3L V8 VORTEC™ 5.3L V8 VORTEC™ 6.0 V8 VORTEC™ 6.0L V8 VORTEC™ 8.1L V8 VIN Code X V Z T U N G Transmission Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Automatic Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 537
Each Fuel Fill ...6-11 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Gasoline Engine) ...6-14 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) ...6-4 Additional Required Services (Gasoline Engine) ...6-7 Maintenance Footnotes ( - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 538
section in the DURAMAX® Diesel Engine Supplement. Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 539
to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. 6-3 • carry passengers and cargo within Off-Road Driving on page 4-17. • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-6. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 540
parts. Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel Engine Supplement. When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes on, it means that service - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 541
system. See Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-23. An Emission Control Service. Allison Transmission® only: Replace external control-main filter only at the first maintenance service performed on the vehicle. Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. Visually check for any leaks - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 542
add fluid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See "Additional Required Services" in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. uid level and add fluid as needed. Inspect shields, vehicles with diesel engine or with GVWR above 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) only. See footnote (n). - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 543
schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel Engine Supplement. The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 544
inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 5-speed manual transmission only: Change manual transmission fluid. Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 545
diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Ball joints should not be any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 546
indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked. Add fluid if needed. (k) Inspect system. Check all fuel and doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. (n) Vehicles with diesel engine or with GVWR above 10,000 lbs - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 547
600 and 10 000 km) Check dual wheel nut torque. For proper torque, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-132. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation each fuel fill. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service noti - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 548
gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 549
key should come out only in LOCK. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. • To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 550
diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel Engine Supplement. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in System Canada 89021186). Manual GM Goodwrench® Synthetic Manual Transmission Transmission Fluid (5-Speed with (GM Part No. - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 551
Lubricant 2500, 2500 HD, (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in and 3500 Canada 10953455) meeting GM Series) Specification 9986115. SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant Rear Axle (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Specification 9986115. DEXRON®-III Automatic Manual Transmission Fluid - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 552
Lubricant AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378508, in Canada 10953626). Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Canada 10953511 Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seats, and Fuel Door Hinge Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Latch Bolt, and - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 553
number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer. If your vehicle has a diesel engine see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel Engine Supplement. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter High Capacity Standard Oil Filter 4.3L V6 4.8L V8; 5.3L V8; 6.0L V8 8.1L V8 Spark Plugs 4.3L - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 554
Engine Drive Belt Routing V8 Engines V6 Engines 6-18 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 555
are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-11 can be added on the following record pages. You - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 556
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-20 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 557
...7-13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-14 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-14 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-3 Customer Assistance - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 558
that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general . • Vehicle delivery date and present mileage (kilometers). When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 559
vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner's manual (United States only). • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members (United - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 560
CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) United States - Customer Assistance 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 devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 561
reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 562
days a year to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance representative. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, address, and home telephone number. • Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 563
, 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 instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 564
trip shuttle service to a destination up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement supported by original receipts. Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 565
and control several aspects of the vehicle's performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 566
designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-10 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 567
than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 568
Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. • If possible, call your driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver's name, the service's name, and the phone - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 569
towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts receives similar complaints, it may become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 570
Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 571
Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 572
✍ NOTES 7-16 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 573
Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-18 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment ...4-54 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Additives, Fuel How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...1-75 Passenger Sensing System ...1-80 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 574
Daytime Running Lamps ...5-64 Halogen Bulbs ...5-62 Headlamps ...5-62 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...5-69 Replacement Bulbs 48 Braking ...4-6 2 C California Fuel ...5-7 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 Canadian Owners ...ii Capacities and Specifications ...5-132 Carbon - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 575
Right Front Seat Position (Crew Cab) ...1-57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) ...1-60, 1-65 Where ...5-34 Coinholder(s) ...2-75 Collision Damage Repair ...7-10 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ...1-29 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-18 Control - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 576
Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...7-13 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-14 D Daytime Running Lamps ...3-14 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Doing Your Own - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 577
...5-25 Battery ...5-51 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...3-45 Coolant Recorders (EDR) ...7-9 Exit Lighting ...3-17 Extender, Safety Belt ...1-30 F Filter Engine Storing ...5-110 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...5-27, 5-30 Manual Transmission ...5-32 Power Steering ...5-46 Windshield Washer - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 578
Bulbs ...5-62 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-8 On Reminder ...3-14 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...5-69 Roof Marker Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-40 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...Fuel ...Oil Pressure ...Speedometer ...Tachometer ...Transmission Temperature ...Voltmeter Gage - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 579
Under ...5-12 Release ...5-13 Horn ...3-6 How to Use This Manual ...ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-17 Hydraulic Clutch Cruise Control ...3-48 Four-Wheel-Drive ...3-49 Highbeam On ...3-49 Low Fuel Warning ...3-50 Malfunction Indicator ...3-45 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-36 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 580
Replacement Parts ...6-17 Owner Checks and Services ...6-11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-14 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-45 Manual Seats ...1-3 Manual Selectable Ride ...4-11 Manual Transmission - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 581
Display ...2-58 Manual Rearview Mirror Mirrors ...2-68 Outside Manual Mirrors ...2-64 Outside Tampering ...5-61 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-17 O Odometer ...Odometer, Trip ® System, see OnStar® Manual ...2-69 Other Warning Devices Heated Mirrors ...2-68 Manual Mirrors ...2-64 Power - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 582
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab ...4-61 Power Accessory Outlet(s) ...3-18 Door Locks ...2-8 Electrical System ...5-124 Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Retained Accessory Security Locks ...2-12 Rear Doors ...2-13 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-29 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...3-125 Rear Seat Entertainment - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 583
Recovery Hooks ...4-47 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-62 Remote Keyless Entry System 87 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-88 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2- Comfort Guides ...1-29 Rear Seat Passengers ...1-26 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-25 Safety Belt Extender ...1-30 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 584
Position (Crew Cab) ...1-57 Right Front Seat Position (Regular and Extended Cab) ...1-60, 1-65 Security Light ...3-48 Service ...5-4 Accessories and Installing ...5-98 Removing ...5-94 Storing ...5-110 Specifications, Capacities ...5-132 Speedometer ...3-32 Starting Your Engine ...2-22 Steering - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 585
Tow/Haul Mode ...2-30 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...3-49 Towing Power Take-Off (PTO) ...4-95 Recreational Vehicle ...4-62 Towing (cont.) Towing a Trailer ...4-67 Your Vehicle ...4-61 Traction Assist System (TAS) ...4-9 Manual Transmission Operation, Manual ...2-32 Trip Odometer ...3-32 Truck-Camper Loading - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 586
Vehicle Customization, DIC ...3-64 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...7-9 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-122 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-123 Vehicle Personalization ...2-79 Memory Seat ...2-79 Ventilation Adjustment ...3-29 Visors ...2-17 Voltmeter Gage ...3-39
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Seats and Restraint Systems
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1-1
Front Seats
...............................................
1-3
Rear Seats
...............................................
1-9
Safety Belts
.............................................
1-12
Child Restraints
.......................................
1-31
Airbag System
.........................................
1-70
Restraint System Check
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1-87
Features and Controls
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2-1
Keys
........................................................
2-3
Doors and Locks
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2-8
Windows
.................................................
2-15
Theft-Deterrent Systems
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2-18
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
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2-20
Mirrors
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2-56
OnStar
®
System
......................................
2-69
Universal Home Remote System
................
2-71
Storage Areas
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2-75
Sunroof
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2-78
Vehicle Personalization
.............................
2-79
Instrument Panel
.............................................
3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
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3-4
Climate Controls
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3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
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3-30
Driver Information Center (DIC)
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3-51
Audio System(s)
.......................................
3-70
Driving Your Vehicle
.......................................
4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
.....
4-2
Towing
...................................................
4-61
Service and Appearance Care
..........................
5-1
Service
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5-4
Fuel
.........................................................
5-6
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............
5-12
Rear Axle
...............................................
5-56
Four-Wheel Drive
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5-58
Front Axle
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5-60
Noise Control System
...............................
5-61
Bulb Replacement
....................................
5-62
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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5-72
Tires
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5-73
Appearance Care
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5-114
Vehicle Identification
...............................
5-122
Electrical System
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5-123
Capacities and Specifications
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5-132
Maintenance Schedule
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6-1
Maintenance Schedule
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6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
..............
7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
...........
7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................
7-13
Index
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