2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO tailgate

Keys............................................................ 111
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System........ 112
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation............................................... 113
Doors and Locks........................................ 120
Door Locks................................................ 120
Power Door Locks..................................... 121
Delayed Locking........................................ 121
Programmable Automatic Door Locks........ 121
Rear Door Security Locks......................... 122
Lockout Protection..................................... 122
Rear Doors............................................... 123
Tailgate..................................................... 124
Windows...................................................... 126
Manual Windows....................................... 126
Power Windows........................................ 127
Power Sliding Rear Window...................... 128
Sun Visors................................................ 129
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 129
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 130
PASS-Key
®III+......................................... 131
PASS-Key®III+ Operation......................... 132Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 134
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 134
Ignition Positions....................................... 135
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 136
Starting the Engine.................................... 136
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal.......... 138
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 138
Active Fuel Management™........................ 140
Automatic Transmission Operation............. 140
Tow/Haul Mode......................................... 146
Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 149
Parking Brake........................................... 164
Shifting Into Park (P)................................. 165
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 167
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 168
Engine Exhaust......................................... 169
Running the Engine While Parked............. 170
Mirrors......................................................... 171
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 171
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature
Display................................................... 171
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Tailgate
{CAUTION:
It is extremely dangerous to ride on the
tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated
at low speeds. People riding on the
tailgate can easily lose their balance and
fall in response to vehicle maneuvers.
Falling from a moving vehicle may result
in serious injuries or death. Do not allow
people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure
everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a safety belt properly.On vehicles with a lock on the tailgate, use the
key to lock or unlock the tailgate.
Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while
pulling the tailgate toward you.
To shut the tailgate, rmly push it upward until it
latches.
After you put the tailgate back up, pull it back
towards you to be sure it latches securely.
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Tailgate Removal
The tailgate can be removed to allow for different
loading situations. Although the tailgate can be
removed without assistance, you may want
someone to assist you with the removal to avoid
possible damage to the vehicle.
To remove the tailgate, do the following:
1. Raise the tailgate
slightly and release
both retaining
cable clips. To
release the retaining
cable clips, lift the
cable so it points
straight out. Lift the
clip over the
bolt, and push the
cable forward
then rotate down.2. With the tailgate about halfway open, lift the
right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot.
On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature,
raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the
closed position prior to removing the left edge.
3. Move the tailgate to the right to release the
left edge.
Reverse this procedure to reinstall the tailgate.
Make sure the tailgate is secure.
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Pickup Box Identication and
Fender Marker Lamps
To replace a pickup box identication or fender
marker lamp bulb, do the following:
1. Press the tab from the back to remove
the lamp.
2. Unplug the lamp assembly harness.
3. Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp
assembly.
4. Unplug the lamp.
5. Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the
assembly.
6. Reinstall the lamp assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the tailgate.Tailgate on page 124
for more information.
2. Remove the two
rear lamp assembly
screws near the
tailgate latch
strikerpost and pull
out the lamp
assembly.
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Fuses Usage
35 Sunroof
36Key Ignition System, Theft Deterrent
System
37 Windshield Wiper
38 SEO B2 Uptter Usage (Battery)
39 Electric Adjustable Pedals
40 Climate Controls (Battery)
41 Airbag System (Ignition)
42 Amplier
43 Audio System
44Miscellaneous (Ignition), Cruise
Control
45 Tailgate Open/Close Assist
46 Airbag System (Battery)
47OnStar
®, Rear Seat Entertainment
Display
Fuses Usage
48 Instrument Panel Cluster
49 Power Take-Off
50Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition),
Compass-Temperature Mirror
51Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
52 Rear Defogger
53 Heated Mirrors
54 SEO B1 Uptter Usage (Battery)
55Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power
Outlet
56Automatic Level Control Compressor
Relay, SEO Uptter Usage
57 Climate Controls (Ignition)
58Engine Control Module, Secondary
Fuel Pump (Ignition)
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J-Case Fuses Usage
59 Cooling Fan 1
60 Automatic Level Control Compressor
61 Heavy Duty Anti-lock Brake System
62 Cooling Fan 2
63 Anti-lock Brake System 1
64 Starter
65 Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes)
66 Left Bussed Electrical Center 1
67 Not Used
68 Heated Windshield Washer System
69 Four-Wheel Drive System
70Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery
Power) (Optional – 40A Fuse
Required)
71 Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1
72 Climate Control Blower
73 Tailgate Open/Close Assist
74 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2Relays Usage
FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed
FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed
ENG EXH VLV Not Used
FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control
HDLP LO/HID Low-Beam Headlamp
FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps
A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor
STRTR Starter
PWR/TRN Powertrain
FUEL PMP Fuel Pump
PRK LAMP Parking Lamps
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
RUN/CRANK Switched Power
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(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all
your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are working properly. Look for
any other loose or damaged safety belt system
parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety
belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also
look for any opened or broken airbag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. The
airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, body door
hinges, hood latch assembly, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, tailgate hinges,
tailgate linkage, tailgate handle pivot points,
latch bolt, fuel door hinge, locks, and folding seat
hardware. More frequent lubrication may be
required when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. Check to be sure vent hose
is unobstructed, clear, and free of debris.(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter
if the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 514 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid
if needed.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Transfer Case
(Four-Wheel
Drive)DEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle
Propshaft
Spline or
One-Piece
Propshaft
Spline
(Two-Wheel
Drive with
4-Speed Auto.
Trans.)Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in
Canada 10953511) or lubricant
meeting requirements of
GM 9985830.
Rear Driveline
Center SplineChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Body Door
Hinge Pins,
Tailgate Hinge
and Linkage,
Folding Seats,
and Fuel Door
HingeMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Tailgate Handle
Pivot Points,
Hinges, Latch
Bolt, and
LinkageMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningWeatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No.
U.S. 3634770, in Canada 10953518)
or Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in
Canada 992887).
Weatherstrip
SqueaksSynthetic Grease with Teon,
Superlube (GM Part
No. U.S. 12371287, in
Canada 10953437).
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