Chevrolet Silverado: Driving Information / Off-Road Recovery
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The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder
while driving. Follow these tips:
- Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer
the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement.
- Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the right front
tire contacts the pavement edge.
- Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway.
Caution
To avoid damage to the steering system, do not drive over curbs, parking
barriers, or similar objects at speeds greater than 3 km/h (1 mph)...
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes
tires to slip and lose cornering force...
Other information:
To adjust the steering wheel:
Pull the lever down.
Move the steering wheel up or down.
Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Tilt and Telescoping Wheel
To adjust the tilt and telescoping steering wheel, if equipped:
Pull the lever down...
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...
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Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially
with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.
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