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:
Jump Starting - North America
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery - North America.
If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another
vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following
steps to do it safely...
This warning light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If the
light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a
problem.
If the light comes on while driving, safely stop as soon as it is possible and
turn off the vehicle...
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.
![](images/books/1/chevrolet_silverado_passenger_sensing_system_256.gif)
United States
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Canada
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