Chevrolet Silverado: Vehicle Messages / Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. A reduction
in propulsion power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message
is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination.
The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle
may be driven while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be
reduced. Anytime this message stays on, or displays repeatedly, the vehicle should
be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Under certain operating conditions, propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
after the vehicle has been off for 30 seconds.
Messages displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) indicate the status
of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition...
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed.
The limited speed is a protection for various propulsion and vehicle systems, such
as lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires...
Other information:
The engine air cleaner/filter is on the driver side of the engine compartment.
See Engine Compartment Overview.
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system see Maintenance
Schedule for intervals on inspecting and replacing the engine air cleaner filter...
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards
and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in
serious injury or death...
Categories
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the
vehicle is started.

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