2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO wiper fluid

Windshield Washer
{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.
L(Washer Fluid):Push the paddle marked with the
windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction
lever, to spray washer uid on the windshield.
The wipers clear the window and then either stop or
return to the preset speed.
Heated Windshield Washer
For vehicles with the heated windshield washer uid
system it can be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap,
or bugs from the windshield.
_(Heated Washer Fluid):Press the heated washer
uid button to activate the heated windshield washer
uid system. This activation initiates four heated
wash/wipe cycles. The rst heated wash/wipe cycle may
take up to 40 seconds to occur, depending on outside
temperature. After the rst wash/wipe cycle, it may take
up to 20 seconds for each of the remaining cycles to
begin. Press the button again to turn off the heated
windshield washer uid system or it will automatically
turn off after four wipe cycles have been completed.
When the heated windshield washer uid system
is activated under certain outside temperature
conditions, steam may ow out of the washer nozzles
for a short period of time before washer uid is sprayed.
This is a normal condition.
HEATING WASH FLUID WASH WIPES PENDING
is displayed on the DIC when the washer system
is heating the uid. WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
is displayed when the washer uid is low. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 3-66.
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Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under
your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the
water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and
you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is
hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The
best advice is to slow down when the road is wet.
Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips
include:
Allow extra following distance.
Pass with caution.
Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.
Keep the windshield washer uid reservoir lled.
Have good tires with proper tread depth. SeeTires
on page 5-65.
Turn off cruise control.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it
serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.
Things to check on your own include:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:In good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:All levels checked?
Lamps:Do they all work and are lenses clean?
Tires:Are treads good? Are tires inated to
recommended pressure?
Weather and Maps:Safe to travel? Have
up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings
while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, nd a safe
place to park your vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
Keep interior temperature cool.
Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead
and to the sides.
Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments
often.
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F
Fast Idle System............................................2-25
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-19
Finish Damage.............................................5-121
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-142
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-10
Flat Tire........................................................5-92
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-93
Flat Tire, Storing...........................................5-110
Fluid
Automatic Transmission........................5-21, 5-24
Power Steering...........................................5-38
Windshield Washer......................................5-39
Fog Lamp
Fog ...........................................................3-19
Fog Lamp Light..............................................3-50
Four-Wheel Drive....................................2-36, 5-51
Four-Wheel-Drive Light....................................3-51
Front Axle......................................................5-53
Fuel............................................................... 5-6
Additives...................................................... 5-7
California Fuel.............................................. 5-7
Driving for Better Economy............................. 4-2
E85 (85% Ethanol)........................................ 5-8Fuel (cont.)
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-12
Filling the Tank...........................................5-10
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-9
Gage .........................................................3-51
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-6
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-7
Low Warning Light.......................................3-52
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block.............5-126
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-123
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-124
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-127
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-123
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-44
Fuel..........................................................3-51
Oil Pressure...............................................3-48
Speedometer..............................................3-35
Tachometer.................................................3-35
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-41
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-74
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Rainsense™ II Wipers.....................................3-11
Reading Lamps..............................................3-21
Rear Axle......................................................5-49
Locking........................................................ 4-9
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-10
Rear Doors....................................................2-11
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................2-83
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)..................................3-139
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-129
Rear Seat Operation...............................1-14, 1-15
Rear Vision Camera........................................2-65
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming..................2-57
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-57
Reclining Seatbacks........................................1-10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-15
Recovery Hooks.............................................4-31
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-46
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation..................................................... 2-4
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-7
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-99
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-94
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-63
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-17Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-15
General Motors...........................................7-15
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-92
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................1-93
Retained Accessory Power...............................2-23
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-30
Routing, Engine Drive Belt...............................6-18
Running the Vehicle While Parked
.....................2-56
S
Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-36
Safety Belts
Care of ....................................................5-117
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-21
Lap Belt.....................................................1-36
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-30
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-37
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-36
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-16
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W
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............3-33
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-66
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-8
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-88
Different Size..............................................5-86
Replacement...............................................5-89
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-47
Windows.......................................................2-14
Manual......................................................2-14
Power ........................................................2-15
Sliding Rear................................................2-16Windshield
Rainsense™ II Wipers..................................3-11
Washer......................................................3-12
Washer Fluid..............................................5-39
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................5-64
Wiper Blades, Cleaning..............................5-119
Wiper Fuses.............................................5-123
Wipers.......................................................3-10
Winter Driving................................................4-28
X
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-118
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System..............3-142
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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