Chevrolet Silverado: Driving Information / Defensive Driving

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Driving and Operating / Driving Information / Defensive Driving

Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the seat belt. See Seat Belts.

  • Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they may do and be ready.
  • Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you.
  • Focus on the task of driving.

    Distracted Driving

    Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away from the road...

    Drunk Driving

    Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy. Warning Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol...

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    Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Exterior Lamp Controls


    The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp control to again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on...

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    Power Mirrors

    To adjust each mirror:

    Press or to select the driver or passenger side mirror. The indicator light will illuminate.

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