2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Controls User Manual

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Controls

Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel

1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. 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.
• Move the steering wheel up or down.
• Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
• Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See Steering Wheel Controls 153.

Heated Steering Wheel

• If equipped, press to turn it on or off
• Alight 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 a remote start, the heated steering wheel may turn on automatically during a remote start along with the heated seats when it is cold outside. The heated steering wheel indicator light may not come on.
• See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats  48

Horn

To sound the horn, press on the steering wheel.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

• The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever.
• The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with on it.
• With the ignition on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, turn the band to select the wiper speed.
  • HI: Use for fast wipes.
  • LO: Use for slow wipes.
• Turn the band up for more frequent intermittent wipes or down for less frequent intermittent wipes.
  • OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.
• 1x: For a single wipe, briefly turn the band down. For several wipes, hold the band down.
• Press on the windshield wiper control to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The front 360 degree viewing camera will also be washed if equipped. The wipers will continue until is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been activated.
• See Washer Fluid 0 354 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
• Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
• Damaged blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement  360.
• Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.

Warning

In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise, the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

Warning

Before driving the vehicle, always clear snow and ice from the hood, windshield, washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all lamps and windows. Reduced visibility from snow and ice buildup could lead to a crash

Wipe Parking

• If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on LO, HI, or , they will immediately stop.
• If the windshield wiper control is ON and then moved to OFF before the driver’s door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield
• If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield

Compass

• The vehicle may have a compass display on the Driver Information Center (DIC). The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning
• System (GPS) antenna, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed information. The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS satellites. When the compass display shows CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a GPS signal. The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again.

Clock

Set the time and date using the infotainment system. See “Time/Date” under Settings (Uplevel Radio) 182 or Settings (Base Radio) 180.

Power Outlets

12-Volt Power Outlet

• Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a tablet or MP3 player
• If equipped, The vehicle has one 12-Volt accessory power outlet under the climate control system or in the center console
• Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
• If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 334

Caution

Do not insert metal objects such as USB cord plugs, electronic accessories, keys, or coins into the 12-volt power outlet. Objects may become hot, melt, or cause a spark damaging the outlet or the metal object. Only use compatible 12-volt power accessories in the power outlet

Warning

Power is always supplied to the outlets. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death.

Caution

Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 15 amp rating.

Caution

Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords.

Power Outlet 110/120-Volt Alternating Current

• If equipped, the vehicle has alternating current power outlets
• When the ignition is on, power is supplied to the outlets after the DC/AC switch is pressed. A green indicator light on the DC/ AC switch indicates when the DC/AC operation is active. One power outlet can be used with electrical equipment that uses a maximum of 400 watts. If both outlets are being used, 400 watts will be shared between the outlets. Ensure that all connected devices do not exceed 400 watts.
• The power outlet can be turned off by pressing the DC/AC switch. The power outlet can be turned back on after 10 seconds, during which the indicator light on the switch will flash.
• An indicator light on the outlet illuminates when power is provided to the outlet and no system fault is detected. The outlets will not operate when the ignition is off, the DC/AC switch is not pressed, or the plug is not fully seated into the outlet.
• If equipment is connected using more than 400 watts or a system fault is detected, a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off.
• Do not use a power outlet with a missing or damaged cover.
• The power outlet is not designed for the following, and may not work properly if they are plugged in:
  • Equipment with high initial peak wattages, such as compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools
  • Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets and touch sensor lamps
  • Medical equipment

Wireless Charging

If equipped and enabled, the vehicle has wireless charging on the center console in front of the cupholders. The system operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi-compatible smartphone. The power output of the system is capable of charging at a rate up to 3 amp (15 W), as requested by the compatible smartphone. See Radio Frequency Statement 447.

Warning

Wireless charging may affect the operation of an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices. If you have one, it

The warning is recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system.

• The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP, during a Bluetooth phone call, or when phone projection (e.g. Apple CarPlay / Android Auto) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 222. The operating temperature is −40 °C (−40 °F) to 85 °C (185 °F) for the charging system and0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
• A charging stopped alert may be displayed on the infotainment screen if the wireless charger or smartphone is outside of normal operating temperature. Charging will automatically resume when a normal operating temperature is reached.

Warning

• Remove all objects from the charger before charging your compatible smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys, rings, paper clips, or cards, between the smartphone and charger may become very hot.
• On the rare occasion that the charging system does not detect an object, and the object gets wedged between the smartphone and charger, remove the smartphone and allow the object to cool before removing it from the charger, to prevent burns.

To charge a compatible smartphone

1. Confirm the smartphone is capable of wireless charging
2. Remove all objects from the charging pad. The system may not charge if there are any objects between the smartphone and charger.
3. Place the smartphone face up against the rear of the charger. To maximize the charge rate, ensure the smartphone is fully seated and centered in the holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent the charger from working or reduce the charging performance. See your dealer for additional information.
4. A green will appear on the infotainment display, next to the phone icon. This indicates that the smartphone is detected.
5. If a smartphone is placed on the charger and turns off or a yellow triangle appears, remove the smartphone and any objects from the pad. Turn the smartphone 180 degrees and wait a few seconds before placing/aligning it on the pad again.
6. If a smartphone is placed on the charger and a red circle appears, the charger and/or the smartphone are overheated.
7. Remove the smartphone and any objects from the charger in order to cool the system.
8. The smartphone may become warm during charging. This is normal. In warmer temperatures, the speed of charging may be reduced.
9. For vehicles with wireless phone projection, the smartphone may overheat during wireless charging. The smartphone may slow down, stop charging, or shut down to protect the battery. The phone may need to be removed from its case to prevent overheating. The may flash while the phone is cooling down enough for wireless charging to automatically resume. This is normal. Individual phone performance may vary.

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