CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2017 3.G Owners Manual

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1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups–SAE J2807 Compliant
Vehicle Axle RatioMaximum TrailerWeight (c) GCWR (a)
6.0L V8–Fifth-Wheel Trailer4.106396kg (14,100lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box
6.0L V83.734264kg (9,400lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8–Conventional Trailer4.106305kg (13,900lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
6.0L V8–Fifth-Wheel Trailer4.106305kg (13,900lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
3500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)3.734581kg (10,100lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)4.106577kg (14,500lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)3.734445kg (9,800lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)4.106486kg (14,300lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box
6.0L V83.734400kg (9,700lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8–Conventional Trailer4.105897kg (13,000lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer4.106441kg (14,200lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
3500 Series 2WD Double Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)3.734400kg (9,700lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)4.106441kg (14,200lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)

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1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups–SAE J2807 Compliant
Vehicle Axle RatioMaximum TrailerWeight (c) GCWR (a)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)Fifth-Wheel Trailer3.73 4 218 kg (9,300 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 260 kg (13,800 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)Conventional Trailer4.10 6 396 kg (14,100 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 173 kg (9,200 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 214 kg (13,700 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
3500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 445 kg (9,800 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)Conventional Trailer4.10 6 486 kg (14,300 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.73 4 264 kg (9,400 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.10 6 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box
6.0L V8 3.73 4 264 kg (9,400 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8–Conventional Trailer4.105897kg (13,000lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)

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Vehicle Axle RatioMaximum TrailerWeight (c) GCWR (a)
6.0L V8–Fifth-Wheel Trailer4.106305kg (13,900lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
3500 Series 4WD Double Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)3.734264kg (9,400lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)4.106305kg (13,900lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)3.734082kg (9,000lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)4.106123kg (13,500lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
3500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)3.734173kg (9,200lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels)Conventional Trailer4.106214kg (13,700lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)3.733992kg (8,800lb) 7530kg (16,600lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels)4.106033kg (13,300lb) 9571kg (21,100lb)
3500 Series Chassis Cab 2WD/4WD
6.0L V83.73(d)14 107 kg (31,100 lb)
6.0L V84.10(d)14 107 kg (31,100 lb)

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1500/2500/3500 Series Pickups–SAE J2807 Compliant
Vehicle Axle RatioMaximum TrailerWeight (c) GCWR (a)
(a) The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicleand trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not beexceeded.(b) This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailers.(c) For pickup box delete vehicles, choose an appropriate hitch and load the truck and trailer within the limits ofGCWR, GVWR, and RGAWR.(d) Maximum Trailer Weight cannot be provided because total vehicle weight is unknown.
Ask your dealer for traileringinformation or advice.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (1) of any trailer isvery important because it is alsopart of the vehicle weight. TheGross Vehicle Weight (GVW)includes the curb weight of thevehicle, any cargo carried in it, andthe people who will be riding in thevehicle as well as trailer tongueweight. Vehicle options, equipment,passengers and cargo in the vehiclereduce the amount of tongue weight
the vehicle can carry, which will alsoreduce the trailer weight the vehiclecan tow.
Trailer tongue weight (1) should be10-15% and fifth-wheel orgooseneck kingpin weight should be15-25% of the loaded trailerweight (2) up to the maximums forvehicle series and hitch type.

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Vehicle Series Hitch TypeMaximum TongueWeight
1500Weight-Carrying363 kg (800 lb)
1500Weight-Distributing 567 kg (1,250 lb)
2500/3500Standard BoxWeight-Carrying orWeight-Distributing680 kg (1,500 lb)
2500/3500 Long BoxWeight-Carrying orWeight-Distributing907 kg (2,000 lb)
2500Fifth-Wheel Gooseneck 1 361 kg (3,000 lb)
3500 Single RearWheelsFifth-Wheel Gooseneck 1 814 kg (4,000 lb)
3500 Dual RearWheelsFifth-Wheel Gooseneck 2 495 kg (5,500 lb)
Do not exceed the maximumallowable tongue weight for thevehicle. Choose the shortest hitchextension that will position the hitchball closest to the vehicle. This willhelp reduce the effect of trailertongue weight on the rear axle.
Trailer rating may be limited by thevehicle's ability to carry tongueweight. Tongue or kingpin weightcannot cause the vehicle to exceedthe GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) or the RGAWR (Rear GrossAxle Weight Rating). See“To t a lWeight on the Vehicle's Tires”laterin this section.
After loading the trailer, weigh thetrailer and then the tongue,separately, to see if the weights areproper. If they are not, adjustmentsmight be made by moving someitems around in the trailer.
If a cargo carrier is used in thetrailer hitch receiver, choose acarrier that positions the load asclose to the vehicle as possible.Make sure the total weight,including the carrier, is no more thanhalf of the maximum allowabletongue weight for the vehicle or227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less.

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Total Weight on the Vehicle's
Tires
Be sure the vehicle's tires areinflated to the inflation pressuresfound on the Certification/Tire labelon the center pillar or seeVehicleLoad Limits0259.Makesurenottoexceed the GVWR limit for thevehicle, or the RGAWR, with the towvehicle and trailer fully loaded forthe trip including the weight of thetrailer tongue. If using aweight-distributing hitch, make surenot to exceed the RGAWR beforeapplying the weight distributionspring bars.
Weight of the Trailering
Combination
It is important that the combinationof the tow vehicle and trailer doesnot exceed any of its weightratings—GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR,Trailer Weight Rating, or TongueWeight. The only way to be sure it is
not exceeding any of these ratingsis to weigh the tow vehicle andtrailer combination, fully loaded forthe trip, getting individual weightsfor each of these items.
Towing Equipment
Hitches
The correct hitch equipment helpsmaintain combination control. Manytrailers can be towed with aweight-carrying hitch which simplyfeatures a coupler latched to thehitch ball, or a tow eye latched to apintle hook. Other trailers mayrequire a weight-distributing hitchthat uses spring bars to distributethe trailer tongue weight among thetow vehicle and trailer axles.Fifth-wheel and gooseneck hitchesmay also be used. See“Weight ofthe Trailer Tongue”underTr a i l e rTo w i n g0318for rating limits withvarious hitch types.
If a step-bumper hitch will be used,the bumper could be damaged insharp turns. Make sure thereis ample room when turning to avoidcontact between the trailer and thebumper.
Consider using sway controls withany trailer. Ask a traileringprofessional about sway controls orrefer to the trailer manufacturer'srecommendations and instructions.
Weight-Distributing Hitch and
Adjustment
Aweight-distributinghitchmaybeuseful with some trailers. Use thefollowing guidelines to determine if aweight-distributing hitch shouldbe used.

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Vehicle SeriesTr a i l e r W e ig h tWeight-Distributing HitchUsageHitch Distribution
1500Up to 3 175 kg (7,000 lb)OptionalRefer to trailermanufacturer’srecommendation
1500Over 3 175 kg (7,000 lb)Required50%
2500/3500Up to 9 080 kg (20,000 lb)OptionalRefer to trailermanufacturer’srecommendation
1. Front of Vehicle
2. Body to Ground Distance
When using a weight-distributinghitch, measure distance (2) beforecoupling the trailer to the hitch ball.Measure the height again after thetrailer is coupled and adjust thespring bars so the distance (2) is asclose as possible to halfwaybetween the two measurements.
Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck
Trailering
Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailerscan be used with many pickupmodels. These trailers place alarger percentage of the weight(kingpin weight) on the tow vehicle
than conventional trailers. Makesure this weight does not cause thevehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR.
Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpinweight should be 15 to 25% of thetrailer weight up to the maximumamount specified in the traileringchart for the vehicle. See“Weight ofthe Trailer”underTr a i l e rTo w i n g0318.
The hitch should be located in thepickup bed so that its centerline isover or slightly in front of the rearaxle. Take care that it is not so farforward that it will contact the backof the cab in sharp turns. This isespecially important for short box

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pickups. Trailer pin box extensionsand sliding fifth-wheel hitchassemblies can help this condition.There should be at least 15 cm (6 in)of clearance between the top of thepickup box and the bottom of thetrailer shelf that extends overthe box.
Safety Chains
Always attach chains between thevehicle and the trailer. Cross thesafety chains under the tongue ofthe trailer to help prevent the tonguefrom contacting the road if itbecomes separated from the hitch.Instructions about safety chainsmay be provided by the hitchmanufacturer or by the trailermanufacturer. If the trailer beingtowed weighs up to 2 271 kg(5,000 lb) with a factory-installedstep bumper, safety chains may beattached to the attaching points onthe bumper; otherwise, safetychains should be attached to holeson the trailer hitch platform. Alwaysleave just enough slack so thecombination can turn. Never allowsafety chains to drag on the ground.
Trailer Brakes
Aloadedtrailerthatweighsmorethan 900 kg (2,000 lb) must beequipped with its own brake system,with brakes working on all axles.Trailer braking equipmentconforming to Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA) requirementCAN3-D313, or its equivalent, isrecommended.
State and local regulations may alsorequire the trailer to have its ownbraking system if loaded above acertain threshold.
Be sure to read and follow theinstructions for the trailer brakes sothey are installed, adjusted, andmaintained properly.
Do not tap into the vehicle'shydraulic brake system.
Auxiliary Battery
The auxiliary battery provision canbe used to supply electrical powerto additional equipment that may beadded, such as a slide-in camper.If equipped, this relay will be on thedriver side of the vehicle, next to theunderhood electrical center.
Be sure to follow the properinstallation instructions included withany electrical equipment that isinstalled.
Caution
Leaving electrical equipment on
for extended periods will drain the
battery. Always turn off electrical
equipment when not in use and
do not use equipment that
exceeds the maximum amperage
rating of 30 amps for the auxiliary
battery provision.
Trailer Wiring Harness
The vehicle is equipped with one ofthe following wiring harnesses fortowing a trailer or hauling a slide-incamper.
Basic Trailer Wiring
All regular, double cab, and crewcab pickups have a seven-wiretrailer towing harness.

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Use only a round, seven-wireconnector with flat blade terminalsmeeting SAE J2863 specificationsfor proper electrical connectivity.
For vehicles not equipped withheavy-duty trailering, the harness issecured to the vehicle's framebehind the spare tire mount. Theharness requires the installation of atrailer connector, which is availablethrough your dealer.
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring HarnessPackage
For vehicles equipped withheavy-duty trailering, the harnessconnector is mounted in the bumper.
For vehicles with the fifth wheel/gooseneck trailer package, theharness connector is mounted onthe inside of the pickup bed behindthe rear wheel.
The seven-wire harness containsthe following trailer circuits:
.Green/Violet: Right Stop/TurnSignal
.Ye l l o w / G r a y : L e f t S t o p / T u r nSignal
.Gray/Brown: Taillamps/ParkingLamps
.White: Ground
.White/Green: Back-up Lamps
.Red/Green: Battery Feed
.Dark Blue: Trailer Brake
To h e l p c h a r g e a r e m o t e(non-vehicle) battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode button at the end of theshift lever. If the trailer is too light forTo w / H a u l M o d e , t u r n o n t h eheadlamps to help charge thebattery.
Camper/Fifth-Wheel Trailer WiringPackage
For vehicles without the fifth wheel/gooseneck tralier package,seven-wire camper harness is underthe rear bumper, attached to theframe near the rear crossmember.Aconnectormustbeaddedtothewiring harness that connects to thecamper.
The harness contains the followingcamper/trailer circuits:
.Green/Violet: Right Stop/TurnSignal
.Ye l l o w / G r a y : L e f t S t o p / T u r nSignal
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.White: Ground
.White/Green: Back-up Lamps
.Red/Green: Battery Feed
.Dark Blue: Trailer Brake
If the vehicle is equipped with theheavy-duty trailering option, see“Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring HarnessPackage”earlier in this section.
When the camper-wiring harness isordered without the heavy-dutytrailering package, a seven-wireharness with a seven-pin connectoris at the rear of the vehicle and istied to the vehicle's frame.
Electric Brake Control Wiring
Provisions
These wiring provisions areincluded with the vehicle as part ofthe trailer wiring package. Theseprovisions are for an electric brakecontroller.
The harness should be installed byyour dealer or a qualified servicecenter.
Tow/Haul Mode
Pressing this button at the end ofthe shift lever turns on and off theTo w / H a u l M o d e .
This indicator light on the instrumentcluster comes on when the Tow/Haul Mode is on.
To w / H a u l i s a f e a t u r e t h a t a s s i s t swhen pulling a heavy trailer or alarge or heavy load. SeeTo w / H a u lMode0282.
To w / H a u l i s d e s i g n e d t o b e m o s teffective when the vehicle andtrailer combined weight is at least75% of the vehicle's GrossCombined Weight Rating (GCWR).See“Weight of the Trailer”underTr a i l e r To w i n g0318.Tow/Haulismost useful under the followingdriving conditions:
.When pulling a heavy trailer or alarge or heavy load throughrolling terrain.
.When pulling a heavy trailer or alarge or heavy load instop-and-go traffic.
.When pulling a heavy trailer or alarge or heavy load in busyparking lots where improved lowspeed control of the vehicle isdesired.
Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haulwhen lightly loaded or with no trailerat all will not cause damage.However, there is no benefit to the