Questions tagged [silverado]
General Motors pickup truck manufactured by Chevrolet. Introduced in 1998 (as a 1999 model) to replace the Chevy C/K line of pickup trucks.
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How to park with all four wheels locked to prevent sliding on snow
2010 Silverado 1500 Extended 4wd; Southern Ontario
I recently parked my truck on a slightly sloped asphalt driveway on 1 inch of slushy snow. The driveway had a 1ft drop over 20ft, sloped toward the ...
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Chev 2005 Silverado 2500 HD Starting Problem
My Chev 2005 Chev Silverado 2500 HD 4x4 is having starting problems.
Symptoms are. You turn the key it starts no problem after driving, You turn the key and it will just turn over and not start , turn ...
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Power steering stop leak risks?
2010 Silverado 1500; 4.8L
My truck has a slow power steering leak. I top it up with 100 ml of power steering fluid every 500 km. I had a shop replace one of the power steering lines, thinking there ...
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Book hour to R&R Silverado transmission
How many hours does the book give to r&r a 2 wheel drive automatic transmission on a 2008 5.3 chevy silverado 1/2 ton?
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado turn the ignition makes a click like a bad connection turn ignition off then turn ignition again and it starts
Put on a new starter, alternator, has new battery but when you turn the ignition it clicks kinda like it's not getting a connection,then turn the ignition again and it starts what can cause this ...
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Window switch -- circuit board contacts
2010 Silverado 1500 extended cab
This is the circuit board of the front left door's window switch.
Why does the left window have two top contacts, but the right only has one?
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Do tire chains fit on 2010 Silverado 1500?
Do snow chains fit on a 2010 Silverado 1500 4WD? Winter tire size is 265/70R17.
Or will the chains hit other parts of the truck causing damage?
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Will lights plugged into cigarette lighter drain the battery to the point that the truck won't start?
2010 Silverado 1500
I have two LED work lights that I plug into the cigarette lighter outlets of the truck. I use the lights for multiple hours when working under the vehicle.
To my surprise, I've not ...
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Stripped undercarriage bolt — What's on the other end?
2010 Silverado 1500; 500,000 km
I'm removing the running boards from my truck so that I can repair the rocker panels. Most of the bolts are breaking, so I'll just remove the running boards permanently ...
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Ramps under front wheels, concrete pavers as risers under rear wheels
2010 Silverado 1500; 4wd; extended cab; 5,000 lbs
I'm repairing the truck's rocker panels, so I need to raise the truck so that I can work underneath the cab.
I've put plastic ramps under the front ...
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Install replacement rocker panels without welding
2010 Silverado 1500 extended cab 500,000 km
The rocker panels on my truck have rusted out. I have replacement panels (Nor/Am Canada SKU:0897-100L), and I plan to install them with the hope of ...
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Floor jack and jack stand placement — Jacking up rear wheel of truck
2010 Silverado 1500 extended cab 5000 lbs 4wd:
I'm a novice learning about jacking up trucks. The goal is to lift the rear-left wheel off of the ground so that I can do bodywork in the wheel well area....
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truck won’t start and no lights at all
I’ve been having issues with my 2014 Silverado 1500. Went to start it earlier and nothing came on. No dashlights,no dings,the side steps didn’t come out when I opened the door. Waited a bit and all ...
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Floor jack size for Silverado 1500
2010 Silverado 1500 extended cab; 5,000 lbs
What size of floor jack is suitable for jacking up a single front wheel off of
the ground? (onto a jack stand)
I'm used to working with lighter cars, not ...
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2018 Chevy Silverado's touchscreen malfunctioning
I have a 2018 Chevy Silverado. I bought it brand new 6 years ago and its been running great.
Suddenly, the touchscreen in the center dashboard started malfunctioning and its getting noticeably worse ...
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Does 4wd in park lock front wheels?
2010 Silverado 1500 4wd
If the truck is in 4wd and the transmission is in park (truck turned off), are the front wheels locked from spinning?
In other words, if the rear wheels were jacked up off the ...
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Plastic plugs used to fasten cover over radiator
2010 Silverado 1500
What are these plastic plugs/fasteners called?
I ask because most of those fasteners are broken or missing on my truck.
I'd like to research these things and replace them with ...
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Repair rusted-out tailgate post
2010 Silverado 1500; 500,000+ kms
I have a pickup truck that has heavy rust damage to the tailgate post. The rust will eventually spread to the tailgate cable pin area, causing a safety issue.
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Name of white lights above truck rear window
2010 Silveraro 1500
There are exterior white lights above the rear window that illuminate when I turn this knob clockwise when the truck is off.
What are those lights called?
I ask because I want to ...
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Connect backrack work lights to cigarette lighter extension cord
2010 Silverado 1500
I have two LED Flood lights mounted to the headache rack of my truck: Alpena TREKTEC MR12 LED Flood/Light Pods, 1,100 Lumens, 2-pk (1 amp & 12 watts per light).
I plan to use ...
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Vent-like object between truck cab and box
2010 Silverado 1500
What is this black plastic part between the truck cab and the truck box?
Inside the cab, beneath the bottom corners of the rear window; one on each side:
Is it a vent to let ...
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2014 silverado 1500 power window wiring diagram
I am working on adding tow mirrors to my 2014 silverado 1500 work truck. It cam from the factory with no power mirrors I am looking for the door jam, bcm and door switch.
The truck came from the ...
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Wiring broke off under hood — What did it do?
2010 Silverado 1500
This wire was hanging by a thread from the bolt circled in red (under the hood, below the windsheild, driver's side). The wire broke off when I touched it.
What did the other end ...
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Mechanism used to automatically turn on headlights?
2010 Silverado 1500
When the headlights are in AUTO mode, the headlights automatically turn on when it’s dark at night.
What mechanism is used to sense the light level to turn on the headlights? Where ...
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No chime when headlights accidently left on
2010 Silverado 1500
Normally, I drive with the headlights in AUTO mode. But when it's rainy or foggy during the day, the lights don't automatically come on, even though they're needed, so I enable ...
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Rotted, leaking front struts
I dropped my Silverado off for brake work and the mechanic told me that my front struts are rotted and leaking very badly, and need to be replaced. How serious of a condition is this and what happens ...
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What happens when an automatic transmission completely fails?
My 2010 Silverado 1500 (500,000 km) has a problem with the transmission. It maks s clunking noise when shifting from second to third gear. I've been driving around it by letting off the gas when it ...
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Tall driver, rearview mirror blocks windshield view
2010 Silverado 1500 extended cab.
I'm big & tall. This is what I see out of the windshield of my truck:
The rearview mirror blocks the center-right portion of the window. I've had a couple close ...
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What transmissions are interchangeable with a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado extended cab automatic 6lug truck?
What transmissions interchange with a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado extended cab automatic 6lug truck
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Starting Issue Question
2009 Silverado with new ignition switch. Put in new switch because I thought that was the problem.When I turn the key the headlights, the radio and entire dash lights up but not a sound from the ...
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Battery voltage 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500
Hello everyone I recently got a new battery and had alternator checked and was good. When driving in the early morning voltage stays at 14 which it should but when parked for a while and u go to work ...
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I have a 1994 Chevrolet Silverado K15. I replaced the entire cooling system but I had a blown head gasket. It's overheating while driving
My question is. I replaced the cooling system completely. Had blown head gasket. Used blue devil didn't work. Flushed system used bars leak worked but its only overheating while driving. Loosing most ...
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2011 Silverado gasoline V8 low oil pressure after 30 minutes
2011 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ with 5.3L V8 and about 150,000 miles.
After driving about 30 minutes, oil pressure falls and an alarm goes off and a message shows saying to stop the engine. This truck is ...
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2001 Chevy 1500 Silverado 4x4
I got a 2001 had the 4.8 in it swapped to the 5.3 and programmed it run good for two days changed the idle air sensor and now when you crank it it sputter and rev up to 4000 rpm out the old one back ...
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1983 Silverado Thermostat Housing Device?
I am working on installing a Holley Sniper EFI system and Classic Instruments gauge cluster at the same time on my 1983 Chevrolet Silverado K20 (with the 350/5.7L V8), and as such I am working out ...
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Transmission want shifted into 3rd or overdrive . It's in a 99 chevy z71 5.3 engine was low on fluid i filled it up still only has 1st and 2nd
Transmission was low on fluid so I think it got hot . I put some Lucas in it and it did change any is there a way to fix it with rebuild it
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Wiring extra truck battery to power winch
2010 Silverado 1500
My Silverado has an empty spot under the hood for a second battery. I’m wondering if I could install a second battery and use it to power a winch that is mounted to the headache ...
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When should engine fans turn on to cool transmission?
2010 Silverado 1500; automatic transmission; 500,000 km.
I suspect the engine fans are not turning on when they should.
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When stuck in traffic recently, the truck became sluggish and slammed ...
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Using factory remote on Astrostart
I currently have an AstroStart remote start system on my '04 Chevy Silverado. The remote for the AstroStart is a bit bulky. So my question is; Is there a way to start my vehicle using the factory ...
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Wiper arm nut loosens
2010 Silverado 1500:
The nut on the left wiper arm loosens on occasion. The nut doesn't come off, but the wiper doesn't move when the nut is loose.
I can easily tighten the nut with a ratchet when it ...
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barely runs, it seems like no fuel or some electrical problem, but it has no oil pressure, what could this be?
My 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3/4 ton with a 6.0L V8 (LQ9). Has no oil. But it seems like it's not getting gas. Or it's an electrical problem. Truck barely runs, what can this be?
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2009 Chevy Silverado speaker system has only one speaker working
The left rear pillar speak works, but the right rear pillar speaker and both door speakers are silent. The factory radio seems to work fine. When I change balance settings, moving to the right side ...
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2000 Chevy Silverado abs engaging 5mph
My 4.3L 4x4 base pickup has the abs engage everytime Im braking at 5-6 mph replaced abs module front wheel sensors and speed sensor on tail of transfer case bleed the abs module with diagnostic tool ...
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Can I get a keyless entry fob for my 2015 Silverado?
I just bought a used 2015 Silverado. Previous owner didn't have a fob. I did some research and determined I could buy a fob and have a locksmith program it for me. I wanted to know if I could get a ...
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Switch with red LED to lower left of steering wheel
What is the purpose of this button with a red LED light (to lower left of the steering wheel) on my 2010 Silverado 1500?
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Tailgate needed for Ontario safety certificate?
I have a 2010 Silverado that I want to get certified in Ontario. The truck doesn't have a tailgate.
Does the truck need to have a tailgate installed in order for it to pass the safety?
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Nasty sound on truck
My truck is making this horrendous sound whenever my wheels are turning. It’s like a low pitched grinding sound. I’m going to link a video of it so you can hear for yourself. I don’t know anything ...
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2003 Chevy Silverado
Why does my 2003 Chevy Silverado 2 door pickup LQ4 Vin U engine Why does my 2003 Chevy Silverado LQ4 engine have no compression in one cylinder
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Rod knock disappears on engine warmup
I have something that sounds like rod knock on my '04 Chevy Silverado with a 4.8L V-8. The reason I think it's not really rod knock is cause it's worst when it's really cold outside (think sub-zero ...
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2004 chevy silverado battery goes dead. Might be instrument cluster. Pulling IPC/DIC fuse stops drain
I have a 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500. It won't start after sitting for a few days. I connected a amp meter in series with the battery and tested the parasitic current draw when everything is off and the ...
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