2012 Chevrolet Silverado Owners Manual

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-10
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

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Doors

Interior Mirrors

Rear Doors

(Extended Cab) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-19
Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Vehicle Security

Windows

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . 2-13
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-14

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Trailer-Tow Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Park Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Roof

Sunroof (Extended Cab) . . . . . 2-23
Sunroof (Crew Cab) . . . . . . . . . 2-24

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys

{ WARNING

Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.

If you are locked out of the vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑11. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑23 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.

The key is used for the ignition and all door locks. The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle. See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key.

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2.

If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The

transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.

. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.

. Check the transmitter's battery.

See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

With Remote Start (without

Remote Start Similar)

/ (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press / to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5 for additional information.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Q (Lock): Press to lock all the doors. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps when Q is pressed again within three seconds. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52 for additional information. Pressing Q arms the content theft‐deterrent system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13. K (Unlock): Press once to unlock only the driver door. If K is pressed again within three seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle

Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52. If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights may turn on. See “Approach Lighting” under Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52. Pressing K on the RKE transmitter disarms the content theft‐deterrent system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to ON/ RUN or L is pressed again. The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. See your dealer for transmitter programming.

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Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.

2. Remove the old battery. Do not

3.

use a metal object. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.

4. Snap the transmitter back

together.

Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle. It may also start up the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. Normal operation of the system will return after the key is turned to the ON/RUN position. If the vehicle has an automatic climate control system, the climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperatures. If the vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system, the system will turn on at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off.

To replace the battery: 1. Separate the transmitter with a

flat, thin object, such as a flat head screwdriver.

Carefully insert the tool into the notch located along the parting line of the transmitter. Do not insert the tool too far. Stop as soon as resistance is felt. Twist the tool until the transmitter is separated.

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During a remote start, if the vehicle has an automatic climate control system and heated seats, the heated seats will turn on during colder outside temperatures and will shut off when the key is turned to ON/RUN. If the vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system, during remote start, manually turn the heated seats on and off. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑10 for additional information. Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using the remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles.

Do not use the remote start feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle may run out of fuel. If the vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the range may be less while the vehicle is running. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑2 for additional information. / (Remote Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. To start the vehicle using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the

vehicle.

2. Press and release Q.

3.

Immediately press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash. If you cannot see the vehicle's lamps, press and hold / for two to four seconds. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.

After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.

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To cancel a remote start: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the ignition on and then back off.

The vehicle can be remote started two separate times between driving sequences. The engine will run for 10 minutes after each remote start. Or, you can extend the engine run time by another 10 minutes within the first 10 minute remote start time frame, and before the engine stops.

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Also, the engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low. Remote Start Ready If the vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature, it may have the remote start ready feature. This feature allows your dealer to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature. See your dealer to add the manufacturer's remote vehicle start feature to the vehicle.

For example, if Q and then / are pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes, 10 minutes are added, allowing the engine to run for 15 minutes. The additional 10 minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start. Once two remote starts, or a single remote start with one time extension has been done, the vehicle must be started with the key. After the key is removed from the ignition, the vehicle can be remote started again. The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is an emission control system malfunction and the check engine light is on.

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Door Locks

{ WARNING 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. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.

(Continued)

There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key in the driver door. From inside, use the power door locks or manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob.

WARNING (Continued)

. Young children who get into

unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.

. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.

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Power Door Locks

Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown,

Up-Level Similar

Base Trim

For vehicles with power door locks: Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.

Delayed Locking The vehicle may have the delayed locking feature. When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door is open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. Pressing the power lock switch twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See“Delay Door Lock” under Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52.

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Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may have an automatic lock/unlock feature. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52 for more information on DIC programming.

Lockout Protection If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. If the passenger side power door lock switch is pressed when the front passenger door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the front passenger door will unlock.

Safety Locks The vehicle has rear door security locks to prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.

Open the rear doors to access the security locks on the inside edge of each door. To set the locks, insert a key into the slot and turn it to the horizontal position. The door can only be opened from the outside with the door unlocked. To return the door to normal operation, turn the slot to the vertical position.

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Doors

Rear Doors (Extended Cab)

To open a rear access door from the outside, first open the front door. Then, use the handle located on the front edge of the rear access door to open it. The rear access door must be closed before the front door can close.

To open a rear access door from the inside, first open the front door. Then, use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open.

Tailgate

{ WARNING

It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers. Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death. Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate, use the key to lock or unlock the tailgate. Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate down.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until it latches. After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely. Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Assistance may be needed with the removal to avoid damage to the vehicle. On vehicles with a Rear Vision Camera, it must be disconnected before removing the tailgate. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑74 for more information.

To remove the tailgate:

2. With the tailgate about halfway

open, lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot. On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature, raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position prior to removing the left edge.

3. Move the tailgate to the right to

release the left edge.

Reverse this procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure the tailgate is secure.

1. Raise the tailgate slightly, pull

out and hold the cable retaining clip (A). Push the cable (C) up and off of the bolt (B). Repeat on the other side.

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Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal.

Anti-theft Alarm System This vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system.

This is the security light. To arm the theft-deterrent system: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The security light should flash.

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If the delayed locking feature is active, the alarm will not be activated until all doors are closed and the security light goes off.

3. Close all doors. The security

light will stop flashing and go off after approximately 30 seconds. The system is armed when the security light goes off.

If a locked driver door is opened without using the RKE transmitter, a 10 second pre-alarm will occur. The horn will chirp and the lights will flash. If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to START or the door is not unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter during the 10 second pre-alarm, the alarm will go off. The vehicle's headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds, then will turn off to save the battery power.

The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are locked with the key or the manual door lock. It activates only if you use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter. The vehicle can be started with the correct key if the alarm is set off. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed.

. Always unlock a door with the

RKE transmitter.

If the alarm is set off, press unlock on the RKE transmitter or place the key in the ignition and turn it to START.

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Testing the Alarm To test the alarm: 1. Lower the driver window and

open the driver door.

2. Press lock on the RKE

transmitter.

3. Close the door and wait for the

security light to go out.

4. Reach in through the window,

unlock the door with the manual door lock, and open the door. This should set off the alarm.

If the alarm does not sound when it should but the headlamps flash, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑49. If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps do not flash, see your dealer for service.

Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑23 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.

Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has PASS-Key® III+ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. The system is automatically disarmed when the key is turned to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the LOCK/OFF position. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system.

The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When the PASS-Key III+ system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it prevents the vehicle from starting. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes. If the engine does not start and the security light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when trying to start the vehicle, there may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑49. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service.

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If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made. It is possible for the PASS-Key III+ decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to have keys made and programmed to the system.

See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new additional key:

1. Verify that the new key has a 1

2.

stamped on it. Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service.

3. After the engine has started, turn

the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key.

4.

Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds of turning the ignition to the LOCK/OFF position in Step 3. The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if

additional keys are to be programmed.

If you lose or damage your PASS-Key III+ key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.

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Manual Mirrors If the vehicle has manual mirrors, they can be adjusted by moving the mirror up and down or left to right to see a little of the side of the vehicle, and have a clear view behind the vehicle. Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on convex mirror attachments could decrease mirror performance.

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

{ WARNING

A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.

Trailer-Tow Mirrors

If the vehicle has towing mirrors, they can be adjusted for a clearer view of the objects behind you. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. The lower portion of the mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved to see more from the driver seat. The convex mirror can be adjusted manually to the driver preferred position for better vision. The mirror may have a turn signal arrow that flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change.

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Power Mirrors

The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3‑8 for more information.

2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.

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3. Adjust each outside mirror so

that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror.

Crew Cab Premium Trim with Power Folding Mirrors Shown,

Other Models Similar

1. Press (A) or (B) to select the

driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press the arrows on the control

pad to move the mirror up, down, right, or left.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so

that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Press either (A) or (B) again to

deselect the mirror.

Crew Cab Up‐Level Trim without

Power Folding Mirrors

1. Move the selector switch located

above the four-way control pad to the left or right to choose either the driver side or passenger side mirror.

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Folding Mirrors

Crew Cab Premium Trim with Power Folding Mirrors Shown,

Other Models Similar

Power Folding If equipped with power folding mirrors: 1. Press (A) to fold the mirrors out

to the driving position.

2. Press (B) to fold the mirrors in to

the folded position.

The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats on page 3‑8 for more information.

Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if:

The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position. The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds.

Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A popping noise may be heard during the resetting of the power folding mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation.

Manual Folding If equipped with manual folding mirrors, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Automatic Dimming If equipped with an automatic dimming mirror, the driver outside mirror automatically dimes for the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the inside rearview mirror. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑20. Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle may also have a turn signal indicator on the mirror. An arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change.

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Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: 1 (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. If the vehicle has towing mirrors, only the upper glass of the mirror is heated. The lower convex part of the towing mirrors is not heated. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) on page 8‑1 or Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) on page 8‑4 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑5 for more information.

Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature lets the driver view the curb when parallel parking. The mirror(s) return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or the ignition is turned off or to OFF/LOCK. Turn this feature on or off through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52 for more information.

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind. Vehicles with OnStar® have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See a dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

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If the vehicle has a RVC, the O button for turning the dimming feature on or off will not be available. Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons for the OnStar system. See a dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

Windows

{ WARNING

Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or 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.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. The automatic dimming rearview mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. O (On/Off): Press to turn the dimming feature on or off. The vehicle may also have a Rear Vision Camera (RVC). See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑74
for more information.

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Power Windows

{ WARNING

Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows.

The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when a window is partially open. To reduce the sound, open another window or the sunroof (if equipped).

Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows.

Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown,

Others Models Similar The driver door has a switch to control all windows. Each passenger door has a switch to control that window. The power windows only work when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑32. Push the switch down to lower the window, and pull up the front of the switch to raise the window.

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Window Lockout

Rear Windows

Power Sliding Rear Window

Express-down Windows The express-down feature allow the driver and front passenger windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Push the switch down to the second detent, then release, to activate the express-down mode. The express-down mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the front of the switch. To open the window partway, push the switch down to the first detent until the window is at the desired position.

Crew Cab Premium Trim Shown,

Others Models Similar

o (Window Lockout): The driver door power window switch has a lockout feature. This feature prevents the rear windows from operating, except from the driver position. Press the switch to engage or disengage the lockout feature. An indicator light on the switch will come on when the lockout feature is engaged, and will go off when disengaged.

If equipped, the power sliding rear window works when the ignition has been turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.

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Roof

Sunroof (Extended Cab)

See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑32 for more information. . Push the switch to open the

window.

. Pull the switch to close the

window.

The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually.

Sun Visors

On vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑32 for more information.

Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, if available.

Vent: From the closed position, press and hold the rear of the switch to vent the sunroof. To close the sunroof, press and hold the front of the switch. Open: From the vent position, the sunroof can be fully opened either manually or by using the express-open feature. To open manually, press the rear of the switch to the first detent and hold until the sunroof has reached the desired position. To open using express-open, press the rear of the switch to the second detent and release. The sunroof will move to the full open position. To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a second time.

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Close: From the vent, or open position, press and hold the front of the switch to close the sunroof. The sunroof also has a roller sunshade that can be used to block the rays of the sun. The roller sunshade can be manually operated with the sunroof in an open or closed position. To open the sunshade, press and unlatch it, and roll it back. To close, pull it forward and latch it into the closed position. When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof.

Sunroof (Crew Cab)

A. Open or Close B. Vent On vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN or the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑32 for more information. Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of the passenger side switch (B) to vent the sunroof.

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Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the driver side switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the driver side switch to close it. Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the driver side switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the driver side switch. Press the switch again to stop it.

When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof.

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Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-5
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Heated and Ventilated Front

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Rear Seats

Rear Seats (Extended Cab

Full Bench) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Rear Seats (All Split Bench

and Hybrid Full Bench) . . . . . 3-13

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-23
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-27
When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

What Makes an Airbag

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-43
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 3-44
Replacing Airbag System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-45

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45
Infants and Young

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-50
Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-52
Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-54

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31

Replacing LATCH System

How Does an Airbag

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-62

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31

Securing Child Restraints

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Airbag On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . 3-33
Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42

(Rear Seat Position) . . . . . . . . 3-63

Securing Child Restraints

(Center Front Seat Position) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-65

Securing Child Restraints

(Right Front Seat Position) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-65

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Head Restraints

Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

{ WARNING

With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.

The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed.

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Rear Seats The rear seat has adjustable headrests in the outboard seating positions. The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to raise it. To lower the headrest, push down on the headrest. Rear outboard headrests are not designed to be removed.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

{ WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

Split Bench or Bucket Seat

To adjust the seat: 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.

3. Try to move the seat back and

forth to be sure the seat is locked in place.

Some vehicles have a folding front bench seat.

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Folding the Bench Seat To fold the bench seat: 1. Push back on the front of the

seatback.

3. While holding the lever out, fold

the seatback forward until it rests on the seat. 4. Release the lever.

Do not try to release the seatback before pulling the release levers or the release system can be damaged.

{ WARNING

If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

Bench Seat

To adjust the seat: 1. Move the lever to the right to

unlock the seat.

2. Slide the seat to the desired

position and release the lever. 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to make sure it is locked into place.

2. Pull one of the release levers, at

each end of the seat on the lower rear of the seatback, completely out.

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Center Seat If equipped, the center front seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the center front seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down.

Power Seat Adjustment

If available, raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. If available, raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.

To adjust the seatback, see “Power Reclining Seatbacks” under Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑7.

{ WARNING

A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.

Reverse the steps to raise the seatback. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position before driving. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.

To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or

rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

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Lumbar Adjustment

Power Lumbar

Manual Lumbar

. On vehicles with four-way

lumbar, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control.

If equipped, increase or decrease manual lumbar support by turning the knob forward or rearward.

To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped: . On vehicles with two-way

lumbar, press and hold the top or bottom of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.

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Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING

Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly.

Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. Manual Reclining Seatbacks

{ WARNING

If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

To adjust a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever.

The seatback will automatically fold forward.

2. To recline, move the seatback

rearward to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to

make sure it is locked.

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To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to

make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

Memory Seats

To recline a power seatback, if equipped:

Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.

On vehicles with the memory feature, the controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedals, if equipped.

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Memory Remote Recall The memory feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and pedals, if equipped, to stored positions when entering the vehicle. To activate, unlock the driver door with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals, if equipped, will move to the memory position associated with the transmitter used to unlock the vehicle. This feature can be turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52.

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To stop recall movement, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, or power mirror buttons, or the adjustable pedal switch. If something has blocked the driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback

recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑17
and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑27. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions.

2. Press and hold “1” until

two beeps sound.

3. Repeat for a second driver

position using “2.”

To recall, press and release “1” or “2.” The vehicle must be in P (Park). A single beep will sound. The seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver.

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Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature can move the seat rearward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle. B (Easy Exit Driver Seat): Press to recall the easy exit seat position. The vehicle must be in P (Park). If the easy exit seat feature is programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, automatic seat movement occurs when the ignition key is removed.

A single beep sounds. The driver seat moves back approximately 8 cm (3 in). To move the seat back farther, press B again until the seat is all the way back. If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the power seat control rearward for two seconds. Try recalling the exit position again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑52.

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

{ WARNING

If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

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Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically during a remote vehicle start. The heated seats will be canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the desired button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started. The lights on the heated seat buttons do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5.

Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. On vehicles with heated seats, the heated seats are canceled 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off. On vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the heated and cooled seats are canceled when the ignition is turned off. To use this feature after restarting the vehicle, press the desired button again.

Heated and Cooled Seat Buttons

Shown, Heated Seat Buttons

Similar

If available,

If available, the buttons are on the front doors. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN. H (Cooled Seat): press to cool the seat. I (Heated Seatback): Press to heat the seatback only. J (Heated Seat and Seatback): Press to heat the seat and seatback.

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Rear Seats

Rear Seats (Extended Cab Full Bench)

Folding the Rear Seat Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.

To unfold the seat: 1. Push the seat cushion rearward

while pulling the release strap under the seat cushion. Pull the seat cushion down until it latches.

2. Pull up on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion.

{ WARNING

A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.

To fold the seat: 1. Pull up on the front of the seat cushion while pulling down on the release strap under the seat cushion.

2. Pull the seat cushion up until it

latches with the seatback.

3. Pull forward on the seat cushion

to make sure it is locked in place.

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Rear Seats (All Split Bench and Hybrid Full Bench)

Folding Rear Seat Either side of the rear seat can be folded for added cargo space. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.

Make sure that nothing is on the seat. To fold the seat, slowly pull the seat cushion up. To return the seat to the normal seating position, slowly pull the seat cushion down. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion.

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{ WARNING

A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.

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Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.

{ WARNING

Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle.

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WARNING (Continued)

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5‑19.

Why Safety Belts Work

When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the safety belts!

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Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why

should I have to wear safety belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental

systems only; so they work with safety belts— not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection. Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.

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

A: You could be— whether you are

wearing a safety belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.

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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 3‑45 or Infants and Young Children on page 3‑48. Follow those rules for everyone's protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.

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There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly.