remote start CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2020 Owner's Guide

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Caution
Using a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear
window can damage the rear
window defogger. Repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not clear the inside
rear window with sharp objects.
Remote Start Climate Control
Operation : If equipped with remote
start, the climate control system
may run when the vehicle is started
remotely. If equipped with heated or
ventilated seats or a heated steering
wheel, these features may come on
during a remote start. See Remote
Vehicle Start 024, Heated and
Ventilated Front Seats 058, and
Heated Steering Wheel 0117.
Sensors
The solar sensor, on top of the
instrument panel near the
windshield, monitors the solar heat.
The climate control system uses the
sensor information to adjust the
temperature, fan speed,
recirculation, and air delivery mode
for best comfort.
Do not cover the sensor; otherwise
the automatic climate control system
may not work properly.
Air Vents
Use the sliding knobs on the center
and side air vents to change the
direction of the airflow.
Air vents blow warm air on the side
windows in cold weather. If Floor,
Defog, or Defrost modes are
selected, a small amount of air will
come from the vents close to the
window.
To close the front a/c vents, move
the sliding knobs to the full down
position.
To close the rear a/c vents, move
the sliding knobs to the full inboard
position.
Operation Tips
.
Clear away any ice, snow,
or leaves from air inlets at the
base of the windshield that could
block the flow of air into the
vehicle.

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premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake
linings.
. Do not tow a trailer during
break-in. See Trailer Towing
0 288 for the trailer towing
capabilities of the vehicle
and more information.
Following break-in, engine speed
and load can be gradually
increased.
Ignition Positions
(Keyless Access)
Vehicles equipped with Keyless
Access have pushbutton starting.
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter must be in the vehicle for
the system to operate. If the
pushbutton start is not working, the
vehicle may be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference
to the Keyless Access system. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Key Access)
0
13 or
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Keyless Access)
0 16.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition
must be on or in Service Mode, and
the brake pedal must be applied.
{Warning
Turning off the vehicle while
moving may cause loss of power
assist in the brake and steering
systems and disable the airbags.
While driving, only shut the
vehicle off in an emergency.
Stopping the Engine/LOCK/
OFF (No Indicator Lights) : When
the vehicle is stopped, press
ENGINE START/STOP once to turn
the engine off.

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Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own
Service Work
{Warning
It can be dangerous to work on
your vehicle if you do not have
the proper knowledge, service
manual, tools, or parts. Always
follow owner’s manual procedures
and consult the service manual
for your vehicle before doing any
service work.
If doing some of your own service
work, use the proper service
manual. It tells you much more
about how to service the vehicle
than this manual can. To order the
proper service manual, see
Publication Ordering Information
0 467.
This vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to do your own
service work, see Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 080. If equipped with remote vehicle
start, open the hood before
performing any service work to
prevent remote starting the vehicle
accidentally. See
Remote Vehicle
Start 024.
Keep a record with all parts receipts
and list the mileage and the date of
any service work performed. See
Maintenance Records 0452.
Caution
Even small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Hood
{Warning
For vehicles with auto engine
stop/start, turn the vehicle off
before opening the hood. If the
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vehicle is on, the engine will start
when the hood is opened. You or
others could be injured.
{Warning
Components under the hood can
get hot from running the engine.
To help avoid the risk of burning
unprotected skin, never touch
these components until they have
cooled, and always use a glove or
towel to avoid direct skin contact.
Clear any snow from the hood
before opening.
To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood release lever with the
isymbol. It is on the
lower left side of the instrument
panel.

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1. Remote Negative (–) Location.See Jump Starting - North
America 0415.
2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting -
North America 0415.
3. Battery - North America 0354.
4. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0367.
5. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System
0 342.
6. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
7. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
8. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling
System 0342.
9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0340.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0353. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 350.

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1. Remote Negative (–) Location.See Jump Starting - North
America 0415.
2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting -
North America 0415.
3. Battery - North America 0354.
4. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0367.
5. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System
0 342.
6. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
8. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling
System 0342.
9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0340.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0353. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 350.

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1. Remote Negative (–) Location.See Jump Starting - North
America 0415.
2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting -
North America 0415.
3. Battery - North America 0354.
4. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0367.
5. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System
0 342.
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
8. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling
System 0342.
9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0340.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0353. 11. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 350.

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1. Remote Negative (–) Location.See Jump Starting - North
America 0415.
2. Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting -
North America 0415.
3. Battery - North America 0354.
4. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0340.
5. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
6. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
0 342.
7. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering
Fluid 0350.
8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0335.
9. Auxiliary Battery. Battery -
North America 0354.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0353.
11. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0367. 12. Coolant Surge Tank and
Pressure Cap. See Cooling
System 0342.
13. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 350.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,
see the Duramax diesel
supplement.
Engine Oil
For diesel engine vehicles, see
“Engine Oil” in the Duramax diesel
supplement.
To ensure proper engine
performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but
important steps will help protect
your investment:
. Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the
proper viscosity grade. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
in this section. .
Check the engine oil level
regularly and maintain the
proper oil level. See “Checking
Engine Oil” and“When to Add
Engine Oil” in this section.
. Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See Engine Oil
Life System 0337.
. Always dispose of engine oil
properly. See “What to Do with
Used Oil” in this section.Checking Engine Oil
Check the engine oil level regularly,
every 650 km (400 mi), especially
prior to a long trip. The engine oil
dipstick handle is a loop. See
Engine Compartment Overview
0328 for the location.
{Warning
The engine oil dipstick handle
may be hot; it could burn you.
Use a towel or glove to touch the
dipstick handle.

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Caution
Ignoring these steps could result
in costly damage to the vehicle
that would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Trying to start
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it
will not work, and it could damage
the vehicle.
All Engines Except 6.6LV8 Engine (L8T)
1. Good Battery PositiveTerminal
2. Good Battery Negative Terminal
3. Discharged Battery Remote Negative Terminal
4. Discharged Battery Remote Positive Terminal
The jump start positive post (1) and
negative post (2) are on the battery
of the vehicle providing the jump
start.
The jump start positive post (4) and
the negative grounding point (3) for
the discharged battery are on the
passenger side of the vehicle.
The positive jump start connection
for the discharged battery is under a
cover. Slide the cover to expose the
terminal.
6.6L V8 Engine (L8T) Only
1. Good Battery PositiveTerminal
2. Good Battery Negative Terminal
3. Discharged Battery Remote Positive Terminal
4. Discharged Battery Remote Negative Terminal
The jump start positive post (1) and
negative post (2) are on the battery
of the vehicle providing the jump
start.

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The positive (+) terminal is
under a red plastic cover at the
positive battery post. To
uncover the positive (+)
terminal, open the red plastic
cover.
For more information on the
location of the remote
positive (+) and remote
negative (−) terminals, see
Engine Compartment Overview
0328.
{Warning
An electric fan can start up even
when the engine is not running
and can injure you. Keep hands,
clothing, and tools away from any
underhood electric fan.
{Warning
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode.
People have been hurt doing this,
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and some have been blinded.
Use a flashlight if you need more
light.
Battery fluid contains acid that
can burn you. Do not get it on
you. If you accidentally get it in
your eyes or on your skin, flush
the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
{Warning
Fans or other moving engine
parts can injure you badly. Keep
your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
6. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing
insulation. If they do, you could
get a shock. The vehicles
could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables,
here are some basic things you
should know. Positive (+) will
go to positive (+) or to a remote
positive (+) terminal if the
vehicle has one. Negative (−)
will go to a heavy, unpainted
metal engine part or to a
remote negative (−) terminal if
the vehicle has one.
Do not connect positive (+) to
negative (−) or you will get a
short that would damage the
battery and maybe other parts
too. And do not connect the
negative (−) cable to the
negative (−) terminal on the
dead battery because this can
cause sparks.
7. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the remote
positive (+) terminal of the
vehicle with the discharged
battery.
8. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the
positive (+) terminal of the

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good battery. Use a remote
positive (+) terminal if the
vehicle has one.
9. Connect one end of the black negative (−) cable to the
negative (−) terminal of the
good battery. Use a remote
negative (−) terminal if the
vehicle has one.
Do not let the other end touch
anything until the next step.
10. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable to the
remote negative (−) terminal to
the discharged battery.
11. Start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a
while.
12. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not
start after a few tries, it
probably needs service.Caution
If the jumper cables are
connected or removed in the
wrong order, electrical shorting
may occur and damage the
vehicle. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Always connect and remove the
jumper cables in the correct order,
making sure that the cables do
not touch each other or other
metal.
Jumper Cable Removal
Reverse the sequence exactly when
removing the jumper cables.
After starting the disabled vehicle
and removing the jumper cables,
allow it to idle for several minutes.
Towing the Vehicle
Caution
Incorrectly towing a disabled
vehicle may cause damage. The
damage would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Do not lash
or hook to suspension
components. Use the proper
straps around the tires to secure
the vehicle. Do not drag a locked
wheel/tire. Use tire skates or
dollies under any locked wheel/
tire while loading the vehicle. Do
not use a sling type lift to tow the
vehicle. This could damage the
vehicle.
Caution
If the vehicle cannot be shifted
into Neutral (N), do not use the
tow eye to tow the vehicle.
Vehicle damage may occur.