roof CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2007 1.G User Guide

Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modied. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my airbag system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, rollover sensor
module, steering wheel, instrument panel,
overhead console, ceiling headliner, ceiling
and pillar garnish trim, roof-mounted rollover
airbag modules, or airbag wiring can affect the
operation of the airbag system. If you have
questions, call Customer Assistance. The
phone numbers and addresses for Customer
Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer
Satisfaction Procedure in this manual.
SeeCustomer Satisfaction Procedure on
page 648.
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety
belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it repaired. Keep safety belts clean and dry.
SeeCare of Safety Belts on page 604for more
information.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in
a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
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Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers,
and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag
system does not need regular maintenance.
Notice:If you damage the covering for the
driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag,
or the side impact airbag covering on the
ceiling near the side windows, the airbag may
not work properly. You may have to replace
the airbag module in the steering wheel, both
the airbag module and the instrument panel
for the right front passenger’s airbag, or
side impact airbag module and ceiling covering
for roof-mounted rollover airbags (if equipped).
Do not open or break the airbag coverings.Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
{CAUTION:
A crash can damage the restraint systems
in your vehicle. A damaged restraint
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure your restraint systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or
LATCH system parts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be
necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they
would be if worn during a more severe crash,
then you need new parts.
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass and Temperature Display........ 175
Outside Manual Mirrors............................. 176
Outside Trailer-Tow Mirrors....................... 177
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 178
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors............... 179
OnStar
®System.......................................... 182
Universal Home Remote System................ 186
System Identication.................................. 186
Universal Home Remote System............... 187
Universal Home Remote System
Operation (With One Triangular LED)....... 187
Universal Home Remote System
Operation (With Three Round LED)....... 191Storage Areas............................................. 198
Glove Box................................................. 198
Cupholder(s).............................................. 198
Instrument Panel Storage Area.................. 199
Center Console Storage Area.................... 199
Luggage Carrier........................................ 200
Rear Seat Armrest.................................... 201
Cargo Management System...................... 201
Sunroof....................................................... 202
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a
chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door.
Always remember to remove your key from the
ignition and take it with you. This will lock your
ignition and transmission. Also, always remember
to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key in
the ignition while your vehicle is parked. You may
not be able to start your vehicle after it has been
parked for an extended period of time.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) feature which will allow certain features on
your vehicle to continue to work up to 10 minutes
after the ignition key is turned to LOCK.
The radio, power windows, and if the vehicle has a
sunroof and the OnStar
®System, will work when
the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY. Once
the key is turned from RUN to LOCK, the windows
and sunroof will continue to work until a door is
opened. The radio will continue to work for up to
10 minutes or until the driver’s door is opened.
Starting the Engine
If your vehicle has the DURAMAX®Diesel engine,
see the DURAMAX®Diesel manual for more
information.
To place the transmission in the proper gear:
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in
any other position -- this is a safety feature. To
restart when you are already moving, use
NEUTRAL (N) only.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition key to START. When the engine
starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go
down as your engine gets warm. Do not
race the engine immediately after starting it.
Operate the engine and transmission gently to
allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all
moving parts.
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Luggage Carrier
The vehicle may have a luggage carrier that can
be used to load things on top of the vehicle.
The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the
roof. It may also have crossrails which can be
moved back and forth to help secure cargo. Tie the
load to the siderails or siderail supports.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier
that weighs more than 200 lbs (91 kg) or
hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle
may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that
it rests on the slats as far forward as
possible and against the side rails, making
sure to fasten it securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity
when loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle capacity and loading, seeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 427.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo while you are
driving, check to make sure the luggage and
cargo are still securely fastened.Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.If small heavy objects are placed on the roof,
cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to t inside
the crossrails and siderails to spread the load.
Tie the plywood to the siderail supports.
Tie the load 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, on both sides of the rail, up to
loosen it. Slide the crossrail to the desired
position balancing the force side to side. Press
the release lever on both sides of the rail, down
to tighten it. Try to slide the crossrail back and
forth slightly to be sure it is tight.
If you need to carry long items, move the
crossrails as far apart as they will go. Tie the
load to the crossrails and the siderails or
siderail supports. Also tie the load to the
bumpers. 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.
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Your vehicle has a Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) located above the rear glass.
If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, care
should be taken not to block or damage the
CHMSL unit.
Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle may have a rear seat armrest that
contains two cupholders. To access the
cupholders, pull the armrest down from the rear
seatback.
Cargo Management System
Your vehicle may have 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 will include four adjustable cargo
tie-downs. The tie-downs can be placed on the
upper and lower slides of the rail.To adjust a tie-down, pull the locator pin out and
move the tie-down to another location making sure
the locator pin lines up with a locator hole on
the rail. If the locator pin does not line up with the
locator hole, the tie-down may be installed
incorrectly. Turn it over and reinstall. Once the pin
is inside the hole, the tie-down will not move
side to side. The maximum load for each rail is
500 lbs (227 kg).
The rails are notched at each end which allows the
tie-downs to be removed and placed on another
rail. To remove, pull the locator pin out and slide the
tie-down to the end of the rail and pull back.
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To remove or install cargo tie-downs at the front of
the bed, slide the corner cap towards the center of
the bed to expose the rail notches. To remove the
corner cap, pull either edge away from the rail.
To remove the system, loosen the toggle bolts on
each rail until they can be removed from the bed of
the truck. To replace the system, place the toggle
bolts and rails into their original locations and
tighten them to a torque setting of
12.5 ft-lbs (17
Y).
If the system is removed to install a bed liner, make
sure there is no bed liner material in the installation
points.
Notice:If you tie down cargo using the
horizontal slots on the top of the pickup box,
you may damage the box. Using the horizontal
slots on the top of the pickup box for tie-down
locations may cause damage to the pickup box
and would not be covered by your warranty.
Only use the tie-down loops if you do not have
the cargo management system.
Sunroof
If your vehicle has a power sliding sunroof, the
ignition needs to be turned to RUN, or the
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be
activated to open or close the sunroof. When RAP
is active, the sunroof will work for 10 minutes
after the ignition is turned off, or until the driver’s
door is opened. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 136for more information.
Extended Cab
If your vehicle is an
extended-cab, the
sunroof switch is located
on the headliner above
the rearview mirror.
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.
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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 rst depression and hold
until the sunroof has reached the desired position.
To open using express-open, press the rear of the
switch fully and release. The sunroof will move to
the full open position. To stop the sunroof partway,
press the switch a second time.
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 deector will
automatically raise. The air deector will retract
when the sunroof is closed.Crew Cab
If your vehicle is a crew
cab, there are two
sunroof switches located
in the overhead console
above the rearview
mirror.
Vent:From the closed position, press the rear of
the passenger’s side switch to vent the sunroof. To
close the sunroof, press and hold the front of the
passenger’s side switch.
Manual-Open/Manual-Close:To open the
sunroof press and hold the rear of the driver’s side
switch until the sunroof reaches the desired
position. To close the sunroof, press and hold the
front of the driver’s side switch until the sunroof
reaches the desired position.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deector will
automatically raise. The air deector will retract
when the sunroof is closed.
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Express-Open/Express-Close:To express-open
the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of
the driver’s side switch. The sunroof will open
automatically. To stop the sunroof partway, press
the switch a second time. To express-close
the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the
driver’s side switch. The sunroof will close
automatically. To stop the sunroof partway, press
the switch a second time.
The sunroof also has a sunshade which you can
pull forward to block sun rays. The sunshade
must be opened and closed manually.Anti-Pinch Feature (Crew Cab Only):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 from closing at
the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will then
open halfway, and the air deector will raise.
To close the sunroof once it has re-opened, refer
to the Express-Close or Manual-Close functions
described previously. If the sunroof is in the
vent position, and there is an object in the path of
the sunroof when it closing, the anti-pinch
feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.
To close the sunroof once it has re-opened,
refer to the Manual-Close or Express-Close
functions described previously.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 208
Instrument Panel Overview
(Base/Uplevel version)............................ 208
Instrument Panel Overview
(Premium version).................................. 211
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 213
Other Warning Devices............................. 213
Horn.......................................................... 213
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 214
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 214
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 215
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 216
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 216
Windshield Wipers..................................... 217
Rainsense™ II Wipers............................... 218
Windshield Washer.................................... 219
Cruise Control........................................... 220
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 223
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 224
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 224
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 225Puddle Lamps........................................... 226
Fog Lamps................................................ 226
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp.................... 227
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 227
Dome Lamps............................................. 228
Dome Lamp Override................................ 228
Entry Lighting............................................ 228
Exit Lighting.............................................. 228
Reading Lamps......................................... 228
Cargo Lamp.............................................. 229
Electric Power Management...................... 229
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 230
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...... 230
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 234
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 235
Climate Controls......................................... 236
Climate Control System
(With Air Conditioning)........................... 236
Climate Control System (Heater Only)....... 239
Dual Automatic Climate Control System.... 240
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 247
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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