headlamp CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 2023 Owners Manual

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/
Mexico/Paraguay-16515119) - 2023 - CRC - 6/2/22
6 Introduction
1. Tow/Haul Mode (On Some Models). SeeDriver Mode Control 0240.
Automatic Transfer Case Control (If
Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive 0230.
Driver Mode Control 0240 (If Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0190.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0141.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 099.
4. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0129 (If
Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0106 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0107.
6. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
(Electronic Shifter) 0223 or
Automatic Transmission (Mechanical
Shifter) 0220.
Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
(Mechanical Shifter) 0227 or
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) 0229.
7. Infotainment System. See Overview (Base
Radio) 0148 or
Overview (Uplevel Radio) 0149.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0139.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 029. 9. Infotainment Controls. See
Overview
(Base Radio) 0148 or
Overview (Uplevel Radio) 0149.
10. Climate Control Systems 0185 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 187 (If Equipped).
11. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 049
(If Equipped).
12. Park Assist Switch (If Equipped). See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
0274.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0237.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0140.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0292.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0239.
Power Assist Steps 028 (If Equipped).
Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See
Tailgate 021.
Auto Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped).
See Stop/Start System 0213.
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 038.
Tow/Haul Mode 0229 (On Some
Models). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
13. Power Outlet (Alternating Current) (If Equipped). See Power Outlets0101.
14. Power Outlet (Direct Current). See Power
Outlets 0101.
15. USB Port 0158.
16. Wireless Charging 0103 (If Equipped).
17. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0307.
18. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0211.
19. Steering Wheel Controls 0150.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0126 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 127.
20. Horn 099.
21. Hood Release. See Hood0333.
22. Steering Wheel Adjustment 098 (Out
of View).
23. Cruise Control 0245.

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1.Head-Up Display (HUD) 0129 (If
Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0190.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0141.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 099.
4. Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
(Mechanical Shifter) 0227 or
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) 0229.
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0106 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0107.
6. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
(Base Radio) 0148 or
Overview (Uplevel Radio) 0149.
7. Infotainment System. See Overview (Base
Radio) 0148 or
Overview (Uplevel Radio) 0149.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0139.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 029.
9. Upper Glove Box. See Glove Box093.
10. Lower Glove Box. See Glove Box093.
11. Upper Glove Box Button. See Glove Box
0 93.
12. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0292. Auto Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped).
See
Stop/Start System 0213.
Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See
Tailgate 021.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0140.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0237.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0239.
Power Assist Steps 028 (If Equipped).
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 038.
Tow/Haul Mode 0229 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
13. USB Port 0158.
14. Climate Control Systems 0185 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 187 (If Equipped).
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 049
(If Equipped).
15. Front Center Console Storage. 16.
Cupholders 093.
17. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
(Electronic Shifter) 0223 or
Automatic Transmission (Mechanical
Shifter) 0220.
18. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0307.
19. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0211.
20. Steering Wheel Controls 0150.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0126 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 127.
21. Horn 099.
22. Steering Wheel Adjustment 098 (Out
of View).
23. Hood Release. See Hood0333.
24. Cruise Control 0245.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Camera) 0247
(If Equipped).
Super Cruise 0258 (If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 284 (If Equipped).

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34 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
Reset the power folding mirrors if:
.The mirrors are accidentally obstructed
while folding.
.The mirrors 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 noise may be heard
during the resetting of the power folding
mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual
folding operation.
Remote Mirror Folding
If equipped, press and holdQon the
remote key for approximately one second to
remotely fold the exterior mirrors. Press and
hold
Kon the remote key for
approximately one second to unfold. See
Remote Key Operation 012.
This feature can be turned on or off. To
view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
Heated Mirrors
1REAR : If equipped, the rear window
defogger also heats the outside mirrors.
W: If equipped, press to turn the heated
outside mirrors on or off.
See “Rear Window Defogger” underClimate
Control Systems 0185 or
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 187.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
If equipped, the driver outside mirror
automatically adjusts for the glare of the
headlamps from behind. This feature comes
on when the vehicle is started.
Blind Spot Mirrors
If equipped, there is a small convex mirror
built into the upper and outer corner of the
driver outside mirror. It can show objects
that may be in the vehicle's blind zone.
Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror
Actual Mirror View

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1. When the approaching vehicle is a longdistance away, the image in the main
mirror is small and near the inboard
edge of the mirror.
2. As the vehicle gets closer, the image in the main mirror gets larger and moves
outboard.
3. As the vehicle enters the blind zone, the image transitions from the main mirror
to the blind spot mirror.
4. When the vehicle is in the blind zone, the image only appears in the blind spot
mirror.
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind
Spot Mirror
1. Set the main mirror so that the side ofthe vehicle can just be seen and the
blind spot mirror has an
unobstructed view.
2. When checking for traffic or before changing a lane, look at the main driver/
passenger side mirror to observe traffic
in the adjacent lane, behind your vehicle.
Check the blind spot mirror for a vehicle
in the blind zone. Then, glance over your
shoulder to double check before moving
slowly into the adjacent lane.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and
memory seats, the passenger and/or driver
mirror tilts to a preselected position when
the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the
curb to be seen when parallel parking.
The mirror(s) may move from their tilted
position when:
.The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse),
or remains in R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
.The vehicle is turned off.
.The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above
a set speed.
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
of the area behind your vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with
water.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare from the
headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will automatically
reduce the glare of the headlamps from
behind. The dimming feature comes on each
time the vehicle is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
provides a wide angle camera view of the
area behind the vehicle.

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.Tilt
{Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a
limited view. Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects may not be
seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle
using only this camera. Objects may
appear closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over your
shoulder when making lane changes or
merging. Failure to use proper care may
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Troubleshooting
See your dealer for service if a blue screen
and
3are displayed in the mirror, and
the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as
indicated to return to the automatic
dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun or headlamps.
This may obstruct objects from view.
If needed, push the tab to turn off the
display.
.Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft
damp cloth.
.The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
been damaged, and/or the position or the
mounting angle of the camera has
changed.

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Caution (Continued)
3. Add oil if the oil level is below thenormal operating range.
4. Restart the vehicle. If the engine oil pressure light stays on for more
than 10 seconds, turn the vehicle
back off. Do not restart the vehicle.
See your dealer for service.
This light should come on briefly when the
engine starts. When the engine is off and
the vehicle is on, the light should remain
illuminated. If it does not come on under
either condition, contact your dealer.
If the light comes on and stays on when the
engine is running, it may not have adequate
oil pressure. The oil level may be low or
there may be some other oil system
problem. Turn the engine off when it is safe
to do so and contact your dealer.
Low Fuel Warning Light
A Low Fuel Warning Light near the fuel
gauge comes on briefly when the ignition is
turned on as a check to show it is working.
It also comes on when the fuel gauge
indicator nears empty. The light turns off
when fuel is added. If it does not, have the
vehicle serviced.
Security Light
The security light should come on briefly as
the engine is started. If it does not come on,
have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally, the
indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine does
not start, there could be a problem with the
theft-deterrent system. See
Immobilizer
Operation 031.
High-Beam On Light
This light comes on when the high-beam
headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/
Low-Beam Changer 0139.
IntelliBeam Light
This light comes on when the IntelliBeam
system, if equipped, is enabled. See Exterior
Lamp Controls 0137.

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Lighting
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 139
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . 139
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 139
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . 139
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . 141
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Task Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp . . . . . . . . . 142
Exterior Cargo Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel IlluminationControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 146
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls
The exterior lamp controls are on the
instrument panel to the left of the steering
wheel.
O: Turns off the automatic headlamps and
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the
headlamp control to
Oagain to turn the
automatic headlamps or DRL back on.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, off will only
work when the vehicle is in P (Park). AUTO :
Automatically turns on the
headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps,
instrument panel lights, roof marker lamps
(if equipped), front/rear sidemarker lamps,
and license plate lamps.
;: Turns on all lamps, except the
headlamps and fog lamps, if equipped.
For some trim levels and trucks first sold in
Canada, the headlamps may turn on with
the parking lamps.
2: Turns on the headlamps, the parking
lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights,
roof marker lamps (if equipped), front/rear
sidemarker lamps, and license plate lamps.
#: If equipped, turns on the fog lamps.
See Fog Lamps 0141.
IntelliBeam System
If equipped, this system turns the vehicle
high-beam headlamps on and off according
to surrounding traffic conditions.
The system turns the high-beam headlamps
on when it is dark enough and there is no
other traffic present.

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Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam
To enable the IntelliBeam system, press
bon the turn signal lever when it is
dark outside and the exterior lamp control is
in AUTO or
2.
Depending on the vehicle model, the
following displays when the IntelliBeam
System is enabled:
.blight on the instrument cluster
.Auto High Beam Active message displays
in the Driver Information Center (DIC)
Driving with IntelliBeam
The system only activates the high beams
when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph).
The blue high-beam on light appears on the
instrument cluster when the high beams
are on. There is a sensor near the top center of the
windshield that automatically controls the
system. Keep this area of the windshield
clear of debris to allow for best system
performance.
The high-beam headlamps remain on, under
the automatic control, until one of the
following situations occurs:
.The system detects an approaching
vehicle's headlamps.
.The system detects a preceding vehicle's
taillamps.
.The outside light is bright enough that
high-beam headlamps are not required.
.The vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h
(12 mph).
.The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the
button on the turn signal lever. If this
happens, press
bon the turn signal
lever when the exterior lamp control is in
the AUTO or
2position to reactivate the
IntelliBeam system. Depending on vehicle
model, the instrument cluster light will
come on or the Auto High Beam Active
message displays on the DIC to indicate
the IntelliBeam system is reactivated. The high beams may not turn off
automatically if the system cannot detect
another vehicle's lamps because of any of
the following:
.The other vehicle’s lamps are missing,
damaged, obstructed from view,
or otherwise undetected.
.The other vehicle’s lamps are covered
with dirt, snow, and/or road spray.
.The other vehicle’s lamps cannot be
detected due to dense exhaust, smoke,
fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other
airborne obstructions.
.The vehicle windshield is dirty, cracked,
or obstructed by something that blocks
the view of the light sensor.
.The vehicle is loaded such that the front
end points upward, causing the light
sensor to aim high and not detect
headlamps and taillamps.
.Driving on winding or hilly roads.
The automatic high-beam headlamps may
need to be disabled if any of the above
conditions exist.

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Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
A reminder chime sounds when the
headlamps or parking lamps are manually
turned on, the vehicle is turned off, and a
door is open. To disable the chime, turn the
lamps off.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
Push the turn signal lever toward the
instrument panel to change the headlamps
from low to high beam.
Pull or push the turn signal lever to return
to low-beam headlamps.
When the high-beam headlamps are on, this
indicator light on the instrument cluster will
also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use the high-beam
headlamps to signal a driver in front of you
that you want to pass. It works even if the
headlamps are in the automatic position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward
you, then release it.
If the headlamps are in the automatic
position or on low beam, the high-beam
headlamps will turn on. Depending on the
type of headlamp, they will either turn off
after a short duration or stay on as long as
you hold the lever toward you. The
high-beam indicator on the instrument
cluster will come on. Release the lever to
return to normal operation.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
DRL can make it easier for others to see the
front of the vehicle during the day. Fully
functional DRL are required on all vehicles
first sold in Canada.
The DRL system comes on when the
following conditions are met:
.The vehicle is on.
.The exterior lamp control is in AUTO.
.The transmission is not in P (Park).
.The light sensor determines it is daytime.
When the DRL system is on, only the DRL
are on. The taillamps, sidemarker lamps,
instrument panel lights, and other lamps
will not turn on.
When it begins to get dark, the automatic
headlamp system switches from DRL to the
headlamps.
To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp
control to
Oand then release. For vehicles
first sold in Canada, turning off the DRL will
only work when the vehicle is parked.
Automatic Headlamp System
When the exterior lamp control is set to
AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the
headlamps come on automatically.

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There is a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor,
otherwise the headlamps will come on when
they are not needed.
The system may also turn on the headlamps
when driving through a parking garage or
tunnel.
If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the
automatic headlamp system comes on
immediately. If it is light outside when the
vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight
delay before the automatic headlamp
system changes to the Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL). During that delay, the
instrument cluster may not be as bright as
usual. Make sure the instrument panelillumination control is in the full bright
position. See
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0143.
When it is bright enough outside, the
headlamps will turn off or may change
to DRL.
The automatic headlamp system turns off
when the exterior lamp control is turned to
Oor the ignition is off.
Lights On with Wipers
If the windshield wipers are activated in
daylight with the engine on, and the
exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the
headlamps, parking lamps, and other
exterior lamps come on. The transition time
for the lamps coming on varies based on
wiper speed. When the wipers are not
operating, these lamps turn off. Move the
exterior lamp control to
Oor;to disable
this feature.
Hazard Warning Flashers
Work Truck and Custom
Uplevel Shown, Base Level Similar