2021 CHEVROLET COLORADO tires

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LOCKING REAR AXLE
Lock the rear axle to gain additional
traction from the rear wheels when
driving in off-road conditions, on steep hills and on uneven terrain.
With the vehicle moving less than 25 mph, press the Locking Rear Axle switch to lock or unlock the rear axle.
The rear axle is locked when the
indicator light stops flashing and remains illuminated.
Note: The locking rear axle will disengage when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph unless Off-Road Mode is active.
LOCKING FRONT AXLE
Lock the front axle to gain additional traction from the front wheels wh\
en driving at low speed in off-road conditions.
1. With the vehicle stopped or moving less than 3 mph and the transmission \
in Neutral, shift into 4WD LO. Shift the transmission into gear when the indicator l\
ight on the transfer case knob stops flashing.
2. With the vehicle moving less than 25 mph, press the Locking Rear Axle switch to lock the rear axle. The rear axle must be locked before the front axle c\
an be locked.
3. With the vehicle moving less than 25 mph, press the Locking Front Axle switch to lock or unlock the front axle.
The front axle is locked when the indicator light stops flashing and r\
emains illuminated. Locking the front axle also disables Hill Descent Control and the Antilo\
ck Brake System, which will cause the warning light to illuminate.
Note: The locking front axle will disengage when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph or the transfer case is shifted out of 4WD LO. Do not drive the vehicle on pavement with the front or rear axle locked. Do not try to lock the front or rear axle while the vehicle is stuck and the tires are spinning. This may damage the vehicle.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
With the electronic locking front and rear axles and AutoTrac transfer c\
ase, nine drive
configurations are available:
LOCKING FRONT AND REAR AXLES
• 4-wheel drive high, locked transfer case and locked rear axle
• 4-wheel drive low, locked transfer case
• 4-wheel drive low, locked transfer case and locked rear axle
• 4-wheel drive low, locked transfer case, locked front and rear axles
• 2-wheel drive
• 2-wheel drive, locked rear axle
• Auto 4-wheel drive
• Auto 4-wheel drive, locked rear axle
• 4-wheel drive high, locked transfer case

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OFF-ROAD DRIVING BASICS
BEFORE YOU GO
• Keep the vehicle in good condition by completing all necessary maintenan\
ce and service work.
• Fuel the vehicle, fill fluids, and check inflation pressure in all\
tires, including the spare tire. Inflate or deflate tires, if necessary, to the appropriate pre\
ssure.
• Make sure all cargo is securely stored in the vehicle. Secure cargo in t\
he truck bed as far forward as possible.
• Always use established trails and roads. Know and comply with the local \
laws where you will be off-roading.
• Do not use the AUTO (Automatic 4WD) mode for off-roading — which se\
nds power to the front and rear wheels automatically, based on driving conditions \
— if traction
conditions are constantly changing. This may damage the transfer case cl\
utch.
DRIVING ON HILLS
Before driving on a hill, assess the steepness, traction, and obstructio\
ns. Turn on the
headlamps to make the vehicle more visible in all conditions.
When driving, use a low gear and maintain a slow speed. When possible, d\
rive straight up or down the hill. Slow down when approaching the top of the hill.
DRIVING IN MUD, SAND OR SNOW
Use a low gear when driving in mud. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid get\
ting stuck.
On loose sand, traction changes can occur and the tires may sink into th\
e sand, affecting steering, acceleration, and braking. Drive at a reduced speed \
and avoid abrupt maneuvers.
On hard-packed snow and ice, traction is reduced and vehicle speed shoul\
d be lowered accordingly.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If the standing water is not too deep, drive slowly through it. At faste\
r speeds, splashing water may cause the vehicle to stall. After driving through water, the b\
rakes will be wet and it may take longer to stop.
AFTER OFF-ROAD DRIVING
Remove any debris that has collected on the underbody or chassis. After \
operating in mud or sand, check and clean the brake linings. Also check under the veh\
icle and the wheels/tires for any damage.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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The Colorado ZR2 features specially designed off-road tires for added tr\
action.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates when one or more of the vehicle’s tires is significantly underinflated. Fill the tires to the proper tire pressures listed on the Tire and Loading Information label, located below the driver’s door latch. Current tire pressures can be viewed on the Driver Information Center.
With the ignition On or in Accessory Mode, the Tire Fill Alert will provide visual and audible alerts when inflat\
ing a tire to the rec-ommended cold tire pressure (does not apply to spare tire). When the r\
ecommended
pressure is reached, the horn sounds and the turn signals change from fl\
ashing to solid.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.
OFF-ROAD TIRES
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Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your ve\
hicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions. All information contained in this guide is ba\
sed on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2020 General Motors. All rights reserved.
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