2024 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EV tailgate

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Caution
To avoid vehicle damage, do not open
the inner tailgate when the primary
tailgate is open if there is not enough
distance to the attached hitch ball or
trailer.
To close the inner tailgate with the primary
tailgate closed, firmly push or pull it upward
until it latches. Pull or push it back to be
sure it is latched securely.
To close the inner tailgate with the primary
tailgate open:
.Hold the primary tailgate and firmly close
the inner tailgate.
.Raise the inner tailgate so it meets the
primary tailgate and close together at the
same time.
When using the tailgate step as a load stop,
the load must be secured as the load could
shift. See Cargo Tie-Downs 094.
Tailgate Step (Step Mode)
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, keep hands
away from the hinges when operating
the tailgate step.
With the primary and inner tailgates open,
the tailgate step can be lowered to access
the pickup bed.
Using the Step
Caution
When using the tailgate as a step, the
load rating is 170 kg (375 lb), which
includes a person and cargo. Overloading
the tailgate step can cause damage to
the tailgate system.
.To lower the tailgate step, press the
button at the center of the step. Make
sure it lowers to the fully open position.
.To close the tailgate step, lift it firmly.
Make sure that both side latches are
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Do not place a load on top of the step when
using it as a load stop.
Using the Assist Handle
The assist handle helps with entering the
pickup box. To use:1. Lift up on the handle until it locks in the open position.
2. To return the assist handle, pull the release lever toward the ball end of the
handle and push the handle back to the
closed position.
Applying Loads to Tailgates
Caution
Do not put ramp loads on the inner
tailgate alone. Damage to the inner
tailgate may occur.
Preferred Method
Alternate Method
When applying any load to the tailgate,
distribute the weight evenly across the
width of the tailgate. This applies to all
tailgate types.
.Use a load-distributing item (1).
.Secure the ramp to the bumper (2).
Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent features;
however, they do not make the vehicle
impossible to steal.

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Vehicle Alarm System
The indicator light on the driver door switch
indicates the status of the system. See
Power Door Locks016
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways:
.Use the remote key.
.Use the Keyless Access system.
.With a door open, pressQon the
interior of the door.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to
slowly flash. Pressing
Qon the remote key a second time will bypass the
30-second delay and immediately arm
the alarm system.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the
doors are locked with the mechanical key.
If the driver door is opened without first
unlocking with the remote key, the horn will
chirp and the lights will flash to indicate
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or if
the door is not unlocked by pressing
Kon
the remote key during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.
The alarm will also be activated if a
passenger door, the tailgate, or the hood is
opened without first disarming the system.
When the alarm is activated, the turn
signals flash and the horn sounds for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will then
re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized
event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn off the
alarm if it has been activated:
.PressKon the remote key.
.Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless
Access system.
.Start the vehicle. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
.Lock the vehicle after all occupants have
exited.
.Always unlock a door with the remote
key, or use the Keyless Access system.
Unlocking the driver door with the
mechanical key will not disarm the
system or turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
IfKis pressed on the remote key and the
horn chirps three times, an alarm occurred
previously while the alarm system was
armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a message
will appear on the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0404.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
system.
The system does not have to be manually
armed or disarmed.

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Floor Console Storage
To access the floor console storage, lift
to open.
If equipped, there is a USB port and
auxiliary power outlet.
Luggage/Load Locations
Cargo Area
All-Weather Cargo Area
The vehicle's cargo area can be used in
many different configurations—cargo
panels on or off, midgate up or down, rear
glass in or out. It has features that resist
the elements and protect cargo. It is designed to quickly direct water out of the
cargo box. The top drain grates and midgate
drain help do this.
Even when all of these things are working
properly and the cover system is on, there
may be some instances (heavy rains,
automated car washes, etc.) when water can
collect in the following areas:
A. Top drain grates
B. Removable front drain grate (midgate
drain grate)
C. Water drainage area around both sides of the box and the tailgate side
D. Cargo floor
Maintenance and Cleaning
To ensure that the water management
system performs properly, be sure that the
midgate, tailgate, and cover system are fully
closed and that all parts are clean and not
blocked with debris. Follow the instructions
given next in this section for the proper
procedures on cleaning each item.
Top Drain Grates Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the
rear window on both sides of the vehicle.
Clean the grates and drains if there is a
blockage.

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Turn and Lane-Change Signals
Move the lever all the way up or down to
signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes
in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow
starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold
it there until the lane change is complete.
If the lever is moved momentarily to the
lane change position, the arrow will flash
three times. It will flash six times if
Tow/Haul mode is active.
The lever returns to its starting position
when it is released.
If after signaling a turn or lane change, the
arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a
signal LED may be burned out.See your dealer for service. If a LED is not
burned out, check the fuse. See
Instrument
Panel Fuse Block (Left) 0340 or
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) 0342.
Exterior Cargo Lamps
The exterior cargo lamps provide more light
in the cargo area or on the sides of the
vehicle, if needed.
The exterior cargo lamps controls are in the
Controls App on the infotainment home
screen. To turn the exterior lamps on or off,
select Controls > Lights > Exterior Cargo
Lamps when the vehicle is in P (Park),
R (Reverse), or N (Neutral).
Activating the exterior cargo lamps may also
activate the lamps inside the pickup box, in
the tailgate handle, the hitch, cargo switch
indicator, and/or the cargo mirror lamps,
if equipped.
Become familiar with and follow all state
and local laws that apply to cargo lamp
operation.
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control
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.Front side and rear side panels
.Outside of the windshield in front of the
rearview mirror
.Side camera lens on the bottom of the
outside mirrors
.Rear side corner bumpers
.Rear Vision Camera in the tailgate handle
.Rear Camera Mirror and Cargo View
Camera in the Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp
Radio Frequency
This vehicle may be equipped with driver
assistance systems that operate using radio
frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement
0 404.
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing
The Rear Vision Camera (RVC), Surround
Vision, Rear Park Assist (RPA), Front and Rear
Park Assist (FRPA), and Rear Cross Traffic
Alert (RCTA) may help the driver park or
avoid objects. Always check around the
vehicle when parking or backing.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse),
the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) displays an
image of the area behind the vehicle in the
infotainment display. The previous screen
displays when the vehicle is shifted out of
R (Reverse) after a short delay. To return to
the previous screen sooner, press Home or
Back on the infotainment system, shift into
P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of
approximately 12 km/h (8 mph) while in
D (Drive).
1. View Displayed by the Camera
1. View Displayed by the Camera
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
Displayed images may be farther or closer
than they appear. The area displayed is
limited and objects that are close to either
corner of the bumper or under the bumper
do not display.
A warning triangle may appear on the
infotainment display to show that Rear Park
Assist (RPA) or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
has detected an object. This triangle changes
from amber to red and increases in size the
closer the object.
{Warning
The camera(s) do not display children,
pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic,
animals, or any other object outside of
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settings from the infotainment screen,
touch Settings > Vehicle > Collision/
Detection Systems. The view can be
closed early by selecting X, Home,
or Back.
A Trailer Length Indicator Overlay is
available in the Turn Signal Activated
Views when the trailer is relatively
straight behind the vehicle and a
compatible profile is configured and
selected via the Trailering App. The
overlay will not be visible when the
position of the trailer is too far to the left
or right. The overlay can be enabled or
disabled. To view available settings from
the infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems.
.Jack-Knife Detection and Alert
The vehicle may be equipped with
Jack-Knife Detection. The system will track
the position of the trailer relative to the
vehicle. As the front of the trailer
approaches the rear of the vehicle, a
warning or an alert will be displayed.
A warning indicates to the driver to
proceed with caution and an alert
indicates that a collision is imminent.
Based on vehicle equipment and user
settings, the visual warning or alert may
be accompanied by audible or safety alertseat notifications. To view available
settings from the infotainment screen,
touch Settings > Vehicle > Collision/
Detection Systems.
.Trailer Angle Indicator
The vehicle may be equipped with a
Trailer Angle Indicator. The Trailer Angle
Indicator gives the driver a visual
representation of the trailer’s position
relative to the vehicle. Available only in
R (Reverse), Guidelines On, or Rear
Trailering Views.
.When driving Off-Road the system will
allow camera usage at higher speeds to
improve safety and awareness. To
activate place the vehicle drive mode in
Off-Road. In this mode all Camera Views
in the infotainment display will be
available at higher speeds.
{Warning
Use Hitch Guidance only to help back the
vehicle to a trailer hitch or, when
traveling above 12 km/h (8 mph), to
briefly check the status of your trailer. Do
not use for any other purpose, such as
making lane change decisions. Before
making a lane change, always check the
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mirrors and glance over your shoulder.
Improper use could result in serious
injury to you or others.
HD Surround Vision with Trailer Camera
Provisions
The system shows multiple views in the
infotainment display using five cameras
mounted around the vehicle and up to two
additional accessory cameras that can be
mounted on or in a trailer. This feature
provides additional views to aid in
trailering/towing. The front camera is in the
grille under the front emblem, the side
cameras are on the bottom of the outside
mirrors, the rear camera is in the tailgate
handle and the bed camera is mounted on
the rear of the cab.
Additionally, up to two accessory cameras
can be mounted to the rear and/or interior
of the trailer. See your dealer for accessory
trailer cameras. To access, touch CAMERA on
the infotainment display or shift to
R (Reverse). To return to the previous screen
when not in R (Reverse), touch the Home or
Back buttons on the infotainment display.

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Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
1. Wheel Wrench
2. Wheel Wrench Adapter
3. Wheel Wrench Extension
4. Tool Kit
5. Wheel Blocks
6. Jack
7. Strap
8. Jack Handle
To access the jack and tools:1. Open the hood. See Hood019.
2. Loosen and remove the two retainers by
turning counterclockwise. Remove the
jack and tools. Place the jack near the
tire being changed.
3. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate028.
Remove both caps covering the hexagon
bolts.
4. Assembly the wheel wrench (1) and wheel wrench adapter (2), and fit over
the hexagon bolt as shown.
Caution
Use of an air wrench or other power
tools with the carrier mechanism is not
recommended and could damage the
system. Use only the tools supplied with
the carrier mechanism.
5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise until a resistance is noticeable.