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

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Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Steering Wheel Adjustment

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...

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Power Seat Adjustment

To adjust a power seat, if equipped: Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down...