2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Extended Cab Owner's Manual - Page 183

To prevent damage or loss of cargo while driving, periodically stop and check to make sure cargo is still securely fastened. Rear Seat Armrest Vehicles with a rear seat armrest, have two cupholders. Pull the armrest down from the rear seatback to access the cupholders. • If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load. Tie the plywood to the siderail supports. Cargo Management System For vehicles with a cargo management system, it is located in the bed of the truck. The system contains three rails located on the front and sides of the bed. The system has four adjustable cargo tie-downs, that can be placed on the upper and lower slides of the rail. • Tie the load and secure it to the crossrails or the siderail supports. Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding. To move a crossrail, lift the release lever up, on both sides of the rail. Then slide the crossrail to the desired position balancing the force side to side. Press the release lever down on both sides of the rail, down to tighten it. Try to slide the crossrail back and forth slightly to make sure it is tight. • To carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports. Also tie the load to the bumpers, but do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged. • After moving a crossrail, be sure it is securely locked into the siderail. A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above the rear window glass. Make sure items loaded on the roof of the vehicle do not block or damage the CHMSL. 2-83