clock CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2008 2.G Owner's Guide

11. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower
the vehicle. Lower the jack completely.
{CAUTION:
Incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nuts
can cause the wheel to come loose and
even come off. This could lead to a crash.
If you have to replace them, be sure to
get new original equipment wheel nuts.
Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have
the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the
proper torque specication. SeeCapacities
and Specifications on page 5-133for wheel nut
torque specication.
Notice:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead
to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specication. SeeCapacities and
Specifications on page 5-133for the wheel nut
torque specication.12. Tighten the nuts rmly in a crisscross sequence as
shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise.
When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you must
also reinstall either the center cap, or bolt-on hub
cap, depending on what your vehicle is equipped with.
For center caps, place the cap on the wheel and
tap it into place until it seats ush with the wheel.
The cap only goes on one way. Be sure to line up the
tab on the center cap with the indentation on the wheel.
For bolt-on hub caps, align the plastic nut caps with
the wheel nuts and then tighten by hand. Then use the
wheel wrench to tighten.
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Secondary Latch System
Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist
assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is
designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling
off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work,
the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing
down. SeeStoring a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on
page 5-110.
{CAUTION:
Before beginning this procedure read all the
instructions. Failure to read and follow the
instructions could damage the hoist assembly
and you and others could get hurt. Read and
follow the instructions listed next.To release the spare tire from the secondary latch:
1. Check under the
vehicle to see if the
cable end is visible.
If the cable is not
visible proceed
to Step 6.
2. If it is visible, rst try to tighten the cable by
turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you
hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot
overtighten the cable.
3. Loosen the cable by turning the wrench
counterclockwise three or four turns.
4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the
spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with
Step 5 ofRemoving the Spare Tire and Tools
on page 5-95.
5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench
counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches
(15 cm) of cable is exposed.
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9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the
center of the spare tire.
10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it
lifts the end tting.11. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops
moving upward and is held rmly in place.
The secondary latch has released and the spare
tire is balancing on the jack.
12. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until
the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by
the cable.
{CAUTION:
Someone standing too close during the
procedure could be injured by the jack.
If the spare tire does not slide off the jack
completely, make sure no one is behind you or
on either side of you as you pull the jack out
from under the spare.
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13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and
carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to
push against the spare while rmly pulling the jack
out from under the spare tire with the other hand.
If the spare tire is hanging from the cable, insert the
hoist end of extension, and wheel wrench into
the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn
the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the
spare the rest of the way.
14. Tilt the tire retainer at the end of the cable and pull
it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from
under the vehicle.
15. Turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the
bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up if the
cable is hanging under the vehicle.
Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can.
You will not be able to store a spare or at tire using
the hoist assembly until it has been replaced.
To continue changing the at tire, seeRemoving the
Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5-100.
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5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the
retainer is seated in the wheel opening.
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise
until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
You cannot overtighten the cable.
7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable.
8. Reinstall the spare tire lock, if the vehicle has one.To store the jack and jack tools:
A. Wing Nut
B. Wheel Blocks
C. Retaining Bracket
and Wing Nut
D. Wheel Wrench and
ExtensionsE. Tool Bag
F. Jack Mounting Bracket
G. Jack
H. Retaining Bolt
1. Put the tools (D) in the tool bag (E) and place them
in the retaining bracket (C).
2. Tighten down the wing nut (C).
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Audio System.................................................3-84
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-132
Fixed Mast Antenna...................................3-134
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual............................3-120
Radio Reception........................................3-133
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...............................3-130
Setting the Clock.........................................3-86
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-132
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-134
Audio System(s).............................................3-88
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-19
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..................................................5-22, 5-26
Operation...................................................2-28
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch.................3-20
B
Battery..........................................................5-46
Electric Power Management..........................3-22
Run-Down Protection...................................3-23
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-5
Brakes..........................................................5-43
System Warning Light..................................3-46
Braking........................................................... 4-3
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-5
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-22Bulb Replacement...........................................5-61
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and
Cargo Lamp............................................5-63
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-61
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-58
Headlamps.................................................5-62
License Plate Lamps....................................5-66
Pickup Box Identication and Fender Marker
Lamps ....................................................5-64
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-66
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps........................................5-64
Buying New Tires...........................................5-86
C
Calibration.............................................2-56, 2-58
California Fuel.................................................. 5-7
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-133
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-13, 2-54, 4-31
Care of
Safety Belts..............................................5-117
Cargo Lamp...................................................3-22
Cargo Management System.............................2-80
CD, MP3 ............................................3-108, 3-114
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-79
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and
Cargo Lamp...............................................5-63
Center Seat...................................................1-12
Chains, Tire...................................................5-92
Charging System Light....................................3-45
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-49
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-12
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................5-122
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-42
Infants and Young Children...........................1-39
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-45
Older Children.............................................1-35
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position...................................1-54
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Center Front Seat Position........................1-57
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..........1-57, 1-62, 1-66
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-44
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-24
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels.............5-120
Exterior Lamps/Lenses................................5-118
Fabric/Carpet............................................5-115
Finish Care...............................................5-119Cleaning (cont.)
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces...............................................5-117
Interior.....................................................5-114
Leather....................................................5-116
Tires........................................................5-121
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-122
Washing Your Vehicle.................................5-118
Weatherstrips............................................5-117
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................5-120
Climate Control System...........................3-25, 3-28
Dual Automatic............................................3-29
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-35
Clock, Setting.................................................3-86
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-11
Compass...............................................2-56, 2-58
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-18
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-3
Coolant
Engine.......................................................5-29
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-48
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-32
Cooling System..............................................5-35
Cruise Control................................................3-13
Cruise Control Light........................................3-54
Cupholders....................................................2-78
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Privacy..........................................................7-16
Event Data Recorders..................................7-17
Navigation System.......................................7-18
OnStar.......................................................7-18
Radio Frequency Identication.......................7-18
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-11
Puddle Lamps................................................3-20
R
Radio Frequency Identication (RFID), Privacy....7-18
Radio(s)........................................................3-88
Radios
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual............................3-120
Rear Seat Audio........................................3-130
Reception.................................................3-133
Setting the Clock.........................................3-86
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-132
Rainsense™ II Wipers.....................................3-12
Reading Lamps..............................................3-22
Rear Axle......................................................5-52
Locking........................................................ 4-5
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-11
Rear Doors....................................................2-12
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................2-80Rear Seat Audio (RSA)..................................3-130
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-121
Rear Seat Operation...............................1-12, 1-13
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-58
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature Display . . . 2-56
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-56
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-14
Recovery Hooks.............................................4-35
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-50
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-5
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-7
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................5-100
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-95
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-66
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-16
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-14
General Motors...........................................7-15
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-88
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-89
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-24
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-34
Routing, Engine Drive Belt...............................6-17
Running Out of Fuel........................................2-54
S
Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-39
Safety Belts
Care of ....................................................5-117
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-19
Lap Belt .....................................................1-34
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-28
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-35
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-33
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Seatback Latches...........................................1-12
Seats
Center Seat................................................1-12
Head Restraints..........................................1-11
Heated Seats............................................... 1-5
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-4
Memory, Mirrors and Pedals........................... 1-6
Power Lumbar .............................................. 1-4Seats (cont.)
Power Seats................................................. 1-3
Rear Seat Operation............................1-12, 1-13
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-8
Seatback Latches........................................1-12
Secondary Latch System................................5-106
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................1-57
Rear Seat Position......................................1-54
Right Front Seat Position..............1-57, 1-62, 1-66
Security Light.................................................3-53
Service........................................................... 5-4
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-5
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements.... 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-5
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-49
Publications Ordering Information...................7-15
Service, Scheduling Appointments....................... 7-9
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-86
Setting the Clock............................................3-86
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-121
Shifting Into Park............................................2-51
Shifting Out of Park........................................2-53
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change........................3-10
Sliding Rear Window, Power.............................2-17
Snow Plow....................................................4-43
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