2013 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/29/12Black plate (1,1)2013 Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid MIn Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-1Hybrid Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1Additional Storage Features . . . 4-1Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1Warning Lights, Gauges, andIndicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1Starting and Operating . . . . . . . . . 9-2Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . 9-5Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-18Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1Recommended Fluids . . . . . . . . 11-1Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/29/12iiBlack plate (2,1)IntroductionThe names, logos, emblems,slogans, vehicle model names, andvehicle body designs appearing inthis manual including, but not limitedto, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,GMC, the CHEVROLET and GMCTruck Emblems, SILVERADO, Z71,and SIERRA are trademarks and/orservice marks of General MotorsLLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates,or licensors.This manual describes features thatmay or may not be on your specificvehicle either because they areoptions that you did not purchase ordue to changes subsequent to theprinting of this owner manual.Please refer to the purchasedocumentation relating to yourspecific vehicle to confirm each ofthe features found on your vehicle.For vehicles first sold in Canada,substitute the name “GeneralMotors of Canada Limited” forChevrolet and GMC Motor Divisionwherever it appears in this manual.Litho in U.S.A.Part No. 22974886 A First PrintingKeep this manual in the vehicle forquick reference.Your hybrid pickup is designed to bemore fuel efficient than the standardpickup, which results in reducedcarbon dioxide emissions.Canadian Vehicle OwnersPropriétaires CanadiensA French language copy of thismanual can be obtained from yourdealer or from:On peut obtenir un exemplaire dece guide en français auprès duconcessionnaire ou à l'adressesuivante:Using this SupplementThis supplement containsinformation specific to the uniquecomponents of the vehicle. It doesnot explain everything you need toknow about the vehicle. Read thissupplement along with the ownermanual to learn about the vehicle'sfeatures and controls.IndexA good place to look for what youneed is the Index in back of thissupplement. It is an alphabetical listof what is in the supplement, andthe page number where you willfind it.Helm, IncorporatedAttention: Customer Service47911 Halyard DrivePlymouth, MI 48170 2012 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/25/12Black plate (1,1)In BriefIn BriefInitial Drive InformationTransmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Hybrid FeaturesHigh Voltage SafetyInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Fuel Economy Gauge . . . . . . . . . 1-2Automatic Engine Start/StopFeature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . 1-3Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Initial DriveInformationTransmissionRange Selection Mode1-1This is the highest attainablerange with all lower gearsaccessible. As an example,when 3 (Third) gear is selected,1 (First) through 3 (Third) gearsare available.2. Press the plus/minus buttons onthe steering column shift lever toselect the desired range of gearsfor current driving conditions.Cruise control can be used while thevehicle is in Range Selection Mode.See Manual Mode on page 9‑7.The Range Selection Mode switchis on the shift lever.To enable the Range Selectionfeature:1. Move the shift lever to the M(Manual) position. The currentrange will appear next to the M.

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/25/121-2Black plate (2,1)In BriefHybrid FeaturesFuel Economy GaugeHigh Voltage SafetyInformationModifying both braking andacceleration behavior to keep theindicator in the center of the gaugewill result in the best systemefficiency and fuel economy.This vehicle has a standard 12-voltbattery and a high voltage hybridbattery. Only a trained servicetechnician with the properknowledge and tools should inspect,test, or replace the hybrid battery.See your dealer if the hybrid batteryneeds service.The 12-volt battery cables, in theengine compartment, are clearlylabeled. In emergency situations,first responders can cut thosecables to disable the high voltagehybrid battery system.This gauge indicates fuel efficiency.To obtain the best fuel efficiency,operate the vehicle so that theindicator is in the highefficiency band.See Fuel Economy Gauge onpage 5‑4.MetricAutomatic Engine Start/Stop FeatureStart the engine as you would anyother engine. See “Starting theEngine” in the owner manual formore information on starting. Thehybrid system provides very quietengine starting. If pulling a trailerwith trailer brakes, see TrailerTowing on page 9‑8 for moreinformation.English

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/25/12Black plate (3,1)In BriefAuto StopThe vehicle has an Auto Stopfeature. After a successful enginestart, the engine may turn off andoperate in the Auto Stop mode.Keep your foot firmly on the brakepedal until you are ready for thevehicle to move.Engine OFF and AUTO STOPmodes are indicated on thetachometer display. When thetachometer needle indicates OFF,the engine is not running and willremain off until the ignition key isplaced in the START position or aremote vehicle start is performed.When the tachometer needleindicates AUTO STOP, the hybridsystem is on, the engine is notrunning, but may Auto Start at anytime without notice. See Tachometeron page 5‑3 for more information.A chime will sound if the driver dooris opened while in Auto Stop as areminder that the ignition switch isnot in the LOCK/OFF position.Always turn the ignition switch toLOCK/OFF and remove the keyfrom the ignition switch when exitingthe vehicle.Auto StartThe vehicle also has an Auto Startfeature. The engine will remain offwhile in Auto Stop mode untilvehicle conditions require theengine to run. The near-instantstarting of the engine from AutoStop mode is called Auto Start.EV ModeThe vehicle also has an EV modewhich uses only the electric motor tomove the vehicle. With lightacceleration, the vehicle will drive inEV mode. EV mode is unavailablewhen the vehicle is out of fuel.For more information on Auto Stop,Auto Start, and EV Mode, seeStarting the Vehicle on page 9‑2.1-3Regenerative BrakingRegenerative braking enables theelectric drive motor to operate as agenerator when coasting or braking.Energy from the moving vehiclerecharges the hybrid battery.The hydraulic disc brakes work withthe regenerative braking to ensureeffective braking.The braking system is computercontrolled and blends theregenerative braking with theconventional hydraulic disc brakesto meet any requirements fordeceleration. Because the controllerapplies the hydraulic brakes throughits high pressure accumulator, youmay occasionally hear the motordriven pump when it recharges thesystem. This is normal. In the eventof a controller problem, the brakepedal may be harder to push andthe stopping distance may belonger.See Regenerative Braking onpage 9‑8.

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/25/121-4In BriefBatteryServiceThis vehicle has a standard 12-voltbattery and a high voltage hybridbattery. When a new standard12-volt battery is needed, see yourdealer for one that has thereplacement number shown on theoriginal battery's label. Only atrained service technician with theproper knowledge and tools shouldinspect, test, or replace the hybridbattery. See your dealer if the hybridbattery needs service. See Batteryon page 10‑10.Never try to do your own service onhybrid components. You can beinjured and the vehicle can bedamaged if you try to do your ownservice work. Service and repair ofthese hybrid components shouldonly be performed by a trainedservice technician with the properknowledge and tools. See DoingYour Own Service Work onpage 10‑1.Black plate (4,1)

Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/25/12Black plate (1,1)Seats and RestraintsSeats andRestraintsRear SeatsRear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1Airbag SystemReplacing Airbag System Partsafter a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13-1Rear SeatsAirbag SystemFolding Rear SeatReplacing Airbag SystemParts after a CrashNotice: Folding a rear seat withthe safety belts still fastened maycause damage to the seat or thesafety belts. Always unbuckle thesafety belts and return them totheir normal stowed positionbefore folding a rear seat.Make sure that nothing is onthe seat.To fold the seat, slowly pull the seatcushion up.To return the seat to the normalseating position, slowly pull the seatcushion down.Make sure the safety belts are nottwisted or caught in the seatcushion.If an airbag inflates or the vehiclehas been in a crash, the vehicle'ssensing system may command theautomatic hybrid battery disconnectto open. When the batterydisconnect is open, the hybridbattery will be off and the vehiclewill not start. The airbag readinesslight and/or SERVICE HYBRIDSYSTEM warning message maycome on in the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). See “AirbagReadiness Light” in the ownermanual and Driver InformationCenter (DIC) on page 5‑9 for moreinformation.To operate the vehicle, theautomatic hybrid battery disconnectmust be reconnected by a qualifiedservice technician and sensingsystem parts will need to bereplaced. Have the vehicle servicedright away.

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Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra Hybrid - 2013 - crc 1st edition - 5/25/12Black plate (1,1)StorageStorageAdditional Storage FeaturesTonneau Cover (HardTonneau) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1Tonneau Cover (SoftTonneau) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-64-1Additional StorageFeaturesTonneau Cover (HardTonneau)Installing the Cover{ WARNINGAn unsecured cargo cover couldstrike people in a sudden stop orturn, or in a crash. Store thecargo cover securely or remove itfrom the vehicle.1. Position the tonneau cover ontothe top of the pickup box withthe locator tabs positioned intothe front stake pockets.If equipped, remove the frontstake pocket covers from thebed rail protectors. The locatorsmust fully seat into the stakepocket.2. Align the front edge of the coverwith the front edge of the bed railso that it is centered on eachside of the truck bed.3. Lower the front clamp from itsstorage position.