2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO wiper fluid

Windshield Wipers
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield,
gently loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades
may not clear the windshield well, making it harder to
see and drive safely. If the blades do become damaged,
install new blades or blade inserts. For more information,
seeWindshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-73
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A
circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
You control the windshield wipers by turning the band
with the wiper symbol on it.
8(Mist):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 wipe
cycles, hold the band on mist longer.
N(Delay):You can set the wiper speed for a long or
short delay between wiping cycles. 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.
6(Low Speed):For steady wiping at low speed,
turn the band away from you to the rst solid band
past the delay settings.
1(High Speed):For high-speed wiping, turn the
band further, to the second solid band past the
delay settings.
9(Off):To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
Windshield Washer
LQ(Washer Fluid):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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When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do
not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive
on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are
going slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you are not fresh — such as after
a day’s work — do not plan to make too many miles that
rst part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing
and shoes you can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you
will nd experienced and able service experts in GM
dealerships all across North America. They will be ready
and willing to help if you need it.Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full?
Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inated to
the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a
short time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Weatherstrips............................................5-119
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................5-121
Ashtray(s)......................................................3-19
Audio System(s).............................................3-70
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-72
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-127
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-128
Care of Your CD and DVD Player................3-130
Care of Your CDs and DVDs .......................3-129
Chime Level Adjustment.............................3-130
Fixed Mast Antenna...................................3-130
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-85
Radio with CD............................................3-74
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-99
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...............................3-125
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-71
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-71
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-126
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-128
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-130
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-14
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..................................................5-27, 5-30
Operation...................................................2-24
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch.................3-16B
Battery..........................................................5-51
Battery Warning Light......................................3-39
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-39
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-7
Emergencies................................................ 4-9
Parking......................................................2-49
System Warning Light..................................3-41
Brakes..........................................................5-48
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-62
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
and Cargo Lamp......................................5-67
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker
and Daytime Running Lamps.....................5-64
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-62
Headlamps.................................................5-62
License Plate Lamps....................................5-71
Pickup Box Identication and
Fender Marker Lamps...............................5-69
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-72
Roof Marker Lamps.....................................5-66
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps.................................5-69
Buying New Tires...........................................5-87
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F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-25
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-130
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-6
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-8
Flat Tire........................................................5-93
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-94
Flat Tire, Storing...........................................5-112
Fluid
Automatic Transmission........................5-27, 5-30
Manual Transmission....................................5-32
Power Steering...........................................5-46
Windshield Washer......................................5-47
Fog Lamps ....................................................3-16
Four-Wheel Drive....................................2-36, 5-58
Four-Wheel-Drive Light....................................3-49
Front Axle......................................................5-60
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-18
Front Storage Area.........................................2-76
Fuel............................................................... 5-6
Additives...................................................... 5-7
California Fuel.............................................. 5-7
E85 (85% Ethanol)........................................ 5-8
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-12
Filling Your Tank..........................................5-10
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-9
Gage .........................................................3-50Fuel (cont.)
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-6
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-6
Low Warning Light.......................................3-50
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block.............5-128
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-126
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-126
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-129
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-125
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-43
Fuel..........................................................3-50
Oil Pressure...............................................3-47
Speedometer..............................................3-32
Tachometer.................................................3-32
Transmission Temperature.............................3-43
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-39
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-71
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-6
Specications............................................... 5-6
Glove Box.....................................................2-75
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-5
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Windshield
Washer........................................................ 3-9
Washer Fluid..............................................5-47
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................5-73
Wiper Blades, Cleaning..............................5-121
Wiper Fuses.............................................5-125
Wipers......................................................... 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-42X
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System..............3-130
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Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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