2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO wipers

Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate
ªbreak-in.º But it will perform better in the long run
if you follow these guidelines:
·Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for
the ®rst 500 miles (805 km).
·Don't drive at any one speed Ð fast or slow Ð
for the ®rst 500 miles (805 km). Don't make
full-throttle starts.
·Avoid making hard stops for the ®rst 200 miles
(322 km) or so. During this time your new
brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops
with new linings can mean premature wear and
earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in
guideline every time you get new brake linings.
·Don't tow a trailer during break-in. See ªTowing
a Trailerº in the Index for more information.
Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to
four different positions.
A (LOCK):This position locks your ignition and manual
transmission. It's a theft-deterrent feature. You will
only be able to remove your key when the ignition is
turned to LOCK.
B (ACCESSORY):This position allows you to use
things like the radio, power windows and the windshield
wipers when the engine is off.
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Horn
To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering
wheel.
Tilt Wheel
If your vehicle is equipped with a tilt wheel, it will allow
you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs
more room when you exit and enter your vehicle.
The tilt steering wheel
lever is located on the
lower left side of the
column.
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the
lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable
position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
·GTurn and Lane Change Signals
·3Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
·Flash-to-Pass Feature
·NWindshield Wipers
·LWindshield Washer
·JCruise Control (If Equipped)
For information on the exterior lamps, see
Exterior
Lamps on page 3-14earlier in this section.
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Windshield Wipers
9
:OFF
8:MIST
You control the windshield wipers by turning the band
with the wiper symbol on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to mist. Hold it
there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers
will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold
the band on mist longer.
You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain
or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The
closer to the top of the lever, the shorter the delay.
For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from
you to the ®rst solid band past the delay settings.
position. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to
the second solid band past the delay settings. To
stop the wipers, move the band to off position.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become
worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Windshield Washer
There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer
symbol at the top of the multifunction lever. To
spray washer ¯uid on the windshield, push the paddle.
The wipers will clear the window and then either
stop or return to your preset speed.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your washer
until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the
washer ¯uid can form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
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Fuses Usage
RR Wiper Not Used
SEO ACCYSpecial Equipment Option
Accessory
WS WPR Windshield Wipers
TBC ACCYTruck Body Controller
Accessory
IGN 3 Ignition, Heated Seats
4WDFour-Wheel Drive System,
Auxiliary Battery
Fuses Usage
HTR A/C Climate Control System
LOCK (Relay)Power Door Lock Relay
(Lock Function)
HVAC 1 Climate Control System
L DOORDriver's Door Harness
Connection
CRUISECruise Control, Power Take
Off (PTO)
UNLOCK (Relay)Power Door Lock Relay
(Unlock Function)
RR FOG LP Not Used
BRAKE Anti-Lock Brake System
DRIVER UNLOCKPower Door Lock Relay
(Driver's Door Unlock
Function)
IGN 0 TCM
TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller
VEH CHMSLVehicle and Trailer High
Mounted Stoplamp
LT TRLR ST/TRN Left Turn Signal/Stop Trailer
LT TRNLeft Turn Signals and
Sidemarkers
VEH STOPVehicle Stoplamps, Brake
Module, Electronic Throttle
Control Module
RT TRLR ST/TRN Right Turn Signal/Stop Trailer
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on
a Hill.........................................................4-89
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-41
Why Safety Belts Work....................................1-11
Windows.......................................................2-15
Manual......................................................2-15
Power........................................................2-16
Swing-Out Windows.....................................2-17
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check................6-12
Windshield Washer.........................................3-10
Fluid..........................................................5-43
Windshield Wiper............................................5-68
Blade Replacement......................................5-68
Fuses......................................................5-109
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-10
Winter Driving................................................4-48
Wiper Blade Check.........................................6-13X
XMŸ Radio Satellite Service
(USA Only).................................3-75, 3-85, 3-98
XMŸ Satellite Radio Antenna System..............3-125
XMŸ Satellite Radio Service
(48 Contiguous US States)..........................3-123
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Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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