Chevrolet Silverado: Engine Exhaust / Running the Vehicle While Parked

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Driving and Operating / Engine Exhaust / Running the Vehicle While Parked

It is better not to park with the engine running.

If the vehicle is left with the engine running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park and Engine Exhaust.

If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips.

Engine Exhaust

Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes)...

Automatic Transmission

Other information:

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Filling the Tank (Pickup Model)

If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See Fuel Gauge. Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death...

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Heated Steering Wheel

: If equipped, press to turn it on or off. A light next to the button displays when the feature is turned on. The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating. Remote Start Heated Steering Wheel If equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel will turn on automatically during a remote start along with the heated seats when it is cold outside...