AUX CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2002 1.G Owners Manual

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Detroit, MI 48207

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Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the
button again to turn them off. An indicator light will
glow in the button when the fog lamps are on.
Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much
light as your headlamps. Never use the fog lamps in the
dark without turning on the headlamps.
The fog lamps will go off whenever the high
-beam
headlamps come on. When the high beams go off, the
fog lamps will come on again.
The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is
turned off. If you still want to use the fog lamps after
you restart the vehicle, you will need to press the fog
lamp button again.
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, this switch includes
wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service
center to install an auxiliary roof lamp.
This switch is located
on the center of the
instrument panel near
the comfort controls.
When the switch wiring is connected to an auxiliary roof
mounted lamp, pressing the switch will activate the
lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the switch.
Pressing the switch again will turn off the roof
mounted lamp.
If your vehicle has this switch, your vehicle may have
the snow plow prep package. For further information see
ªSnow Plow Prep Packageº in the Index.

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Accessory Power Outlets
With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
CB radio.
Two accessory power outlets are located near the
cigarette lighter. The cigarette lighter is designed to
fit only in the receptacle to the right of the accessory
power outlets.
To use the outlets, lift the cover. When not using them,
always close the cover.
Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to
the accessory power outlets and could result in blown
vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem,
see your dealer for additional information on the
accessory power plugs.NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the fuse rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
NOTICE:
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.

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At approximately 265
F (130
C), the message center
will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the
transmission will enter a transmission protection mode.
When the transmission enters the protection mode, you
may notice a change in the transmission shifting
patterns. The transmission will return to normal shifting
patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls
below 260
F (127
C).
See ªMessage Centerº in the Index for
further information.
If the transmission fluid reaches temperatures of
approximately 275
F (135
C) or greater, the message
center will display a TRANS HOT...IDLE ENG warning
message. Pull the vehicle off the roadway when it is safe
to do so. Set the parking brake, place the transmission in
PARK (P) and allow the engine to idle until the
transmission temperature falls below 260
F (127
C).
If the transmission continues to operate above 265
F
(130
C), please contact your nearest dealer or the GM
Roadside Assistance Center. See ªRoadside Assistanceº
in the Index.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with the
transmission temperature gage above the normal
operating range, you can damage the
transmission. This could lead to costly repairs
that may not be covered under your warranty.
The following situations can cause the transmission to
operate at higher temperatures:

Towing a trailer

Hot outside air temperatures

Hauling a large or heavy load

Low transmission fluid level

High transmission fluid level

Restricted air flow to the radiator and the auxiliary
transmission oil cooler (if equipped).
A temporary solution to hotter transmission operating
temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down.
If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on
a frequent basis, see ªScheduled Maintenanceº in the
Index for the proper transmission maintenance intervals.

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Trans Fluid Hot
If you have an automatic transmission, you have a
transmission temperature warning display contained in
the message center.
If the transmission
fluid temperature becomes
high, the message will
be displayed.
When the transmission enters the protection mode you
may notice a change in the transmission shifting
patterns. When the transmission fluid temperature
returns to normal, the display will turn off and the
transmission shifting patterns will return to normal.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with the
transmission TRANS FLUID HOT message
displayed, you can damage the transmission.
This could lead to costly repairs that may not be
covered under your warranty.
The following situations can cause the transmission to
operate at higher temperatures:

Towing a trailer

Hot outside air temperatures

Hauling a large or heavy load

Low transmission fluid level

High transmission fluid level

Restricted air flow to the radiator and the auxiliary
transmission oil cooler (if equipped).
A temporary solution to hotter transmission operating
temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down.
If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on
a frequent basis, see ªScheduled Maintenanceº in the
Index for the proper transmission maintenance intervals.

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Trans Hot...Idle Engine
If you have an automatic transmission, you have a
transmission over
-temperature display contained in the
message center.
If this warning message is
displayed, pull the vehicle
off the roadway when it is
safe to do so.
Set the parking brake and place the transmission in
PARK (P). Idle the engine until the message center no
longer displays a message. If idling the engine does not
turn the warning message off after 10 to 15 minutes,
contact your nearest dealer or the GM Roadside
Assistance Center. See ªRoadside Assistanceº in
the Index.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with the
transmission TRANS HOT...IDLE ENGINE
message displayed, you can damage the
transmission. This could lead to costly repairs
that may not be covered under your warranty.
The following situations can cause the transmission to
operate at higher temperatures:

Towing a trailer

Hot outside air temperatures

Hauling a heavy load

Low transmission fluid level

High transmission fluid level

Restricted air flow to the radiator and the auxiliary
transmission oil cooler (if equipped).
A temporary solution to hotter transmission operating
temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down.
If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on
a frequent basis, see ªScheduled Maintenanceº in the
Index for the proper transmission maintenance intervals.

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2 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to play the
tracks on the disc in random order. RANDOM will
appear on the display. Press this pushbutton again to
return to normal play.
3 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to search for the next
track. If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than
once, the disc will advance further. The next track
number will appear on the display. Sound is muted in
this mode.
REV 4 (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to
return rapidly to a favorite passage. You will hear the
disc play at high speed while you press this pushbutton.
This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is
at the desired passage. Release this pushbutton to
resume playing.
FWD 6 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton
to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc
play at high speed while you press this pushbutton.
This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is
at the desired passage. Release this pushbutton to
resume playing.
SEEK : The right arrow is the same as NEXT, and
a the left arrow is the same as PREV. If the right or left
arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will
continue moving forward or backward through the disc.RECALL: Press this button to see what track is
playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how
long the CD has been playing that track. Elapsed time
is displayed in minutes and seconds. The track number
will also appear when a new track begins to play.
Press this button again to return to the time display.
AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when
playing a CD. The CD symbol will still display but the
word CD will be replaced with either AM, FM1 or FM2.
If the radio is turned off, the disc stays in the player and
will resume playing at the point where it stopped.
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a
CD when listening to the radio. When a disc is playing,
the letters CD and the CD symbol will appear on the
display. If the radio is turned off, the disc stays in
the player and will resume playing at the point where
it stopped.
EJECT: Press this button to eject the disc from the
player and play the radio. When the same or a new disc
is inserted, the disc will start playing on track one. If a
compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than
a few seconds, the player will pull the CD back in. The
radio will continue playing. When the ignition is off,
press this button to load a CD.

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AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio
when a tape is playing. The inactive tape will remain
in the player.
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a
tape when listening to the radio. The lighted arrow will
appear next to the symbol and show the direction of
play when a tape is active.
Remote Cassette Tape Player Controls
The following functions are controlled by the remote
cassette tape player:
PROG (Program): Press this button on the remote
player to go from one side of the tape to the other.
EJECT: Press this button on the remote player to
remove the tape. EJECT can be used with either the
ignition or radio off. Also, you must press EJECT before
loading a cassette with the radio off to allow loading.Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)
THEFTLOCK
is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio
functions whenever battery power is removed.
The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or
ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the
radio is not protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is
activated, your radio will not operate if stolen.
When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display
LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery
power has been interrupted. If your battery loses power
for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret
code before it will operate.

4-95 Auxiliary Battery (If Equipped)
The auxiliary battery provision can be used to supply
electrical power to additional equipment that you may
choose to add, such as a slide
-in camper.
If your vehicle has this
provision, this relay will be
located on the passenger's
side of the vehicle, next to
the auxiliary battery.
When using this provision, connection should only be
made to the upper stud (A) of the relay. Do not make
connections to the lower stud (B) of the relay.The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse
located behind the auxiliary battery.
Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions
that are included with any electrical equipment that
you install.
NOTICE:
When using the auxiliary battery provision, the
electrical load must not exceed 30 amps. Always
turn off any electrical equipment when not in use.
Leaving electrical equipment on for extended
periods will drain your battery.

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Fuse Usage
CRUISE Cruise Control, Instrument
Panel Cluster
4WD Four
-Wheel Drive System,
Auxiliary Battery
TURN Exterior Lamps, Turn Signals,
Hazard Lamps
RR WIPER Not Used
WS WPR Windshield Wipers
SEO IGN Special Equipment Option,
Ignition, Manual Selectable Ride
ILLUM Interior Lamps
IGN 1 Ignition, Instrument Panel
SEO ACCY Special Equipment Option
Accessory, Cellular Telephone
L BODY Retained Accessory Power Relay
CRANK Starting SystemFuse Usage
AIR BAG Air Bag
MIR/LOCK Power Mirrors, Power Door Locks
SEAT Power Seat Circuit Breaker
DR LOCK Power Door Locks
RAP #1 Retained Accessory Power Relay
LOCK Power Door Locks
INT PRK Interior Lamps
UNLOCK Power Door Locks
DRV UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay
L DOOR Power Door Lock Relay
PWR WDO Power Window Circuit Breaker
RDO 1 Audio System
RAP #2 Not Used
LOCK Power Door Lock Relay
UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay