2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO display

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Reduced Engine Power
(V8 Gasoline Engines Only)
This message is displayed
when the cooling system
temperature gets too hot
and the engine further
enters the engine coolant
protection mode.
If your vehicle is equipped with the 8.1L engine, this
light may come on because of an electronic throttle
control system fault. See ªEngine Overheatingº in the
Index for further information.
Check Eng Oil Pressure
This message is displayed
when the engine oil pressure
is low.
See ªOil Pressure Gageº in the Index for
more information.
Check Eng Oil Level (Gasoline Engine)
This message is displayed
when the engine oil
level is low.
Once oil is added, it may need time to drain and settle in
the engine before this message will turn off. It is best to
let the engine cool down (if it is hot) or warm up (if it is
cold) and cycle the ignition to be sure this message turns
off. Refer to the dipstick for the correct level.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index on how to check the oil
level and for what type of oil to add.

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Change Engine Oil
This message is displayed
when the engine oil needs
to be changed. The message
is only displayed for
15 seconds at the start of
each ignition cycle.
When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the
Engine Oil Life Monitor. See ªEngine Oil, When to
Changeº in the Index.
Security
This message is
displayed when the content
theft
-deterrent system
has been activated and
also monitors the
Passlock

System.
If the security message is displayed continuously while
driving and stays on, there may be a problem with the
Passlock System. Your vehicle will not be protected by
Passlock, and you should contact your GM dealer.

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Service 4WD (If Equipped)
If the SERVICE 4WD
message comes on, there
may be a problem with the
automatic transfer case and
service is required.
Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before
any problem is apparent, which may prevent serious
damage to the vehicle. This system is also designed
to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing
a malfunction.
Low Washer Fluid
This message is displayed
when the vehicle is low
on windshield washer
fluid. The message is only
displayed for 15 seconds
at the start of each
ignition cycle.
For more information see, ªWindshield Washer Fluidº in
the Index.

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Cargo Lamp On
This message is displayed
when the cargo lamp is
turned on and the ignition
key is turned to RUN.
Low Fuel
This message is displayed
when your vehicle is
low on fuel.
Refer to the fuel gage for a better indication of the
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

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Audio Systems
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily
and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the
most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it
first. Find out what your audio system can do and how
to operate all of its controls to be sure you're getting the
most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio
system even after the ignition is turned off. See
ªRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Setting the Clock for Systems with the
Set Button
Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold the right
SEEK arrow until the correct minute appears on the
display. Press and hold the left SEEK arrow until the
correct hour appears on the display.
Setting the Clock for Systems with HR
and MN Buttons
Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the
display. Press and hold MN until the correct minute
appears on the display. To display the clock with the
ignition off, press RECALL or HR/MN and the time
will be displayed for a few seconds. There is an initial
two
-second delay before the clock goes into the
time
-set mode.

3-14 AM-FM Stereo
Playing the Radio
Power: Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to turn the
system on and counterclockwise to turn the system off.
VOLUME: Turn this knob clockwise to increase
volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
RECALL: Pressing this knob will display the station
being played or it will display the clock. Clock display
is available with the ignition turned off.
Finding a Station
AM
-FM: Press this knob to switch between AM, FM1
and FM2. The display shows your selection.TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations.
SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the
next or previous station and stay there.
SCAN : Press both SCAN arrows. SCAN will
appear on the display. The radio will scan to the next
station, play for a few seconds, then scan to the next
station. Press the RECALL knob or both SCAN arrows
to stop scanning.
Setting Preset Stations
The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your
favorite stations. You can set up to 21 stations (seven
AM, seven FM1 and seven FM2) by performing the
following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press AM
-FM to select the band.
3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press SET. SET will appear on the display.
5. Press one of the four pushbuttons within five
seconds. Whenever you press that numbered
pushbutton, the station you set will return.
6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

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In addition to the four stations already set, up to three
more stations may be preset on each band by pressing
two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time and by
performing the following steps:
1. Tune in the desired station.
2. Press SET. SET will appear on the display.
3. Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time,
within five seconds. Whenever you press the same
two pushbuttons, the station you set will return.
4. Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons.Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or
decrease bass.
TREB (Treble): Slide this lever up or down to increase
or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may
want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
BAL (Balance): Turn the control ring behind the
upper knob to move the sound to the left or right
speakers. The middle position balances the sound
between the speakers.
FADE: Turn the control ring behind the lower knob to
move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle
position balances the sound between the speakers.

3-16 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player
and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
Playing the Radio
PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on
and off.
VOL (Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase
volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
The knob is capable of turning continuously.SCV (Speed
-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your
audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road
and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the
desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper
knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Each notch on the
control ring allows for more volume compensation at
faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, SCV
automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to
overcome noise at any speed. The volume level should
always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don't
want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down.
RECALL: Pressing this button will display the station
being played or it will display the clock. Clock display
is available with the ignition turned off.
Finding a Station
AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1
and FM2. The display will show your selection.
TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to
choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored
position when you're not using it.