Chevrolet Silverado: Driving and Operating / Cruise Control

Locking Rear Axle

Vehicles with a locking rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this feature will allow the rear wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle...

Cruise Control

Warning Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. Do not use cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic...

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Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Loss of Control

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...

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Tire Pressure

Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Warning Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can result in: Tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout...