hood release CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 247.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 214.
C. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 269.
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 213.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 249.
F. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 140. Tow/Haul Selector
Button (If Equipped). SeeTow/Haul Mode on
page 146. Range Selection Mode (Allison
Transmission
®and Hydra-Matic®6-Speed
Button (If Equipped). SeeAutomatic
Transmission Operation on page 140.
G. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 302.
H. Instrument Panel Storage Area. SeeInstrument
Panel Storage Area on page 199.I. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If
Equipped). SeeTowing a Trailer on page 447.
J. Exterior Lamp Controls. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 223.
K. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on
page 498.
L. Parking Brake. SeeParking Brake on
page 164.
M. Dome Lamp Override Button. SeeDome Lamp
Override on page 228. Dome Lamp Knob.
SeeDome Lamps on page 228. Fog Lamp
Button (If Equipped). SeeFog Lamps on
page 226.
N. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 220.
O. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 214.
P. Horn. SeeHorn on page 213.
Q. Automatic Transfer Case Control (If Equipped).
SeeFour-Wheel Drive on page 149.
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E. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 140.
F. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). See
Tow/Haul Mode on page 146.
G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 269.
H. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 302.
I. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps on
page 223.
J. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If
Equipped). SeeTowing a Trailer on page 447.
K. Dome Lamp Override Button. SeeDome
Lamp Override on page 228. Dome Lamp
Knob. SeeDome Lamps on page 228.
L. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped).
SeeFour-Wheel Drive on page 149.
M. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on
page 498.
N. Parking Brake. SeeParking Brake on
page 164.
O. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 220.
P. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 214.Q. Horn. SeeHorn on page 213.
R. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio
Steering Wheel Controls on page 370.
S. Climate Controls. SeeClimate Control System
(With Air Conditioning ) on page 236or
Climate Control System (Heater Only) on
page 239or Dual Automatic Climate Controls
(If Equipped). SeeDual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 240.
T. Accessory Power Outlets. SeeAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 234. Cigarette Lighter
(If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 235.
U. StabiliTrak
®Button (If Equipped). See
StabiliTrak®System on page 384. Pedal Adjust
Button (If Equipped). SeeAdjustable Throttle
and Brake Pedal on page 138. Rear Park Assist
Disable Button (If Equipped). SeeUltrasonic
Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 230.
Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button
(If Equipped). SeeWindshield Washer on
page 219.
V. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped).
SeeAirbag Off Switch on page 95.
W. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 198.
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Q:Am I likely to stall when going downhill?
A:It is much more likely to happen going uphill.
But if it happens going downhill, here is
what to do.
1. Stop your vehicle by applying the regular
brakes. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift to PARK (P) and, while still braking,
restart the engine.
3. Shift back to a low gear, release the parking
brake, and drive straight down.
4. If the engine will not start, get out and
get help.
Driving Across an Incline
Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go
across the incline of a hill. If this happens,
you have to decide whether to try to drive across
the incline. Here are some things to consider:
{CAUTION:
Driving across an incline that is too steep
will make your vehicle roll over. You could
be seriously injured or killed. If you have
any doubt about the steepness of the
incline, do not drive across it. Find another
route instead.
A hill that can be driven straight up or down
may be too steep to drive across. When you go
straight up or down a hill, the length of the
wheel base — the distance from the front
wheels to the rear wheels — reduces the
likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end.
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Service........................................................ 488
Accessories and Modications................... 488
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 489
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 489
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.......................................... 490
Fuel............................................................. 490
Gasoline Octane........................................ 491
Gasoline Specications.............................. 491
California Fuel........................................... 491
Additives................................................... 492
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)............................ 493
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 494
Filling the Tank......................................... 494
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 497
Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 498
Hood Release........................................... 498
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 500
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine).................... 502
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 505Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(Gasoline Engines)................................. 507
Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 510
Engine Coolant.......................................... 514
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap............ 517
Engine Overheating................................... 517
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only)........ 520
Cooling System......................................... 521
Engine Fan Noise..................................... 526
Power Steering Fluid................................. 526
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 527
Brakes...................................................... 529
Battery...................................................... 533
Jump Starting............................................ 534
Rear Axle.................................................... 540
Four-Wheel Drive........................................ 541
Front Axle................................................... 543
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Checking Things Under
the Hood
{CAUTION:
An electric engine cooling fan can start
even when the engine is not running.
To avoid injury, always keep hands,
clothing, and tools away from any engine
cooling fan.
{CAUTION:
Things that burn can get on hot engine
parts and start a re. These include
liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake uid,
windshield washer and other uids, and
plastic or rubber. You or others could be
burned. Be careful not to drop or spill
things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Hood Release
To open the hood do the following:
1. Pull the handle with
this symbol on it. It
is located inside
the vehicle to the left
of the brake
pedal.
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2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate
the secondary hood release. This is located
under the hood, near the center of the grille.
3. Push the secondary hood release to the right.
4. Lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, be sure all the ller
caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from
full open to within 6 inches (152 mm) from the
closed position, pause, then push the front
center of the hood with a swift, rm motion to
fully close the hood.
499

Headlamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 498for more information.
2. If you are replacing the bulb on the passenger
side remove the Engine Air Cleaner cover.
SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter (Gasoline
Engines) on page 507for more information.
3. Reach in and access the bulb sockets from
inside the engine compartment.4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it from the headlamp assembly
and pull it straight out.
5. Unplug the electrical connector from the old
bulb by releasing the clips on the bulb
socket.
6. Replace it with a new bulb socket.
7. Plug in the electrical connector to the new
bulb socket.
8. Reinstall the new bulb socket into the
headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise to
secure.
9. Close the hood.
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(e)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.
Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also
look for any opened or broken airbag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. The
airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, body door
hinges, hood latch assembly, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, tailgate hinges,
tailgate linkage, tailgate handle pivot points,
latch bolt, fuel door hinge, locks, and folding seat
hardware. More frequent lubrication may be
required when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. Check to be sure vent hose
is unobstructed, clear, and free of debris.(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter
if the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 514 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid
if needed.
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Gage (cont.)
Tachometer.............................................. 250
Voltmeter Gage........................................ 257
Garage Door Opener................................... 187
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 491
Specications........................................... 491
Glove Box................................................... 198
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 653
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 213
Head Restraints............................................ 18
Headlamps.................................................. 546
Bulb Replacement.................................... 545
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 224
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 216
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 545
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 216
On Reminder........................................... 224
Pickup Box Identication and Fender
Marker Lamps...................................... 548
Heated Seats................................................ 12
Heater................................................236, 239
Heater......................................................... 240Highbeam On Light..................................... 267
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 417
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 418
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 498
Release................................................... 498
Horn............................................................ 213
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 27
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 135
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 49
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 561
Instrument Panel
Overview.........................................208, 211
Storage Area............................................ 199
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 227
Cluster..................................................... 249
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 534
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