Chevrolet Silverado: Brakes / Electric Brake Boost
Vehicles equipped with electric brake boost have hydraulic brake circuits that
are electronically controlled when the brake pedal is applied during normal operation.
The system performs routine tests and turns off within a few minutes after the vehicle
is shutdown. Noise may be heard during this time. If the brake pedal is pressed
during the tests or when the electric brake boost system is off, a noticeable change
in pedal force and travel may be felt. This is normal.
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent a braking skid and maintain steering
while braking hard.
ABS performs a system check when the vehicle is first driven...
Other information:
DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of the vehicle during the
day. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met:
The ignition is on.
The exterior lamp control is in AUTO...
Caution
Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) with a snow plow mounted to the vehicle.
The vehicle could overheat and be damaged.
Before installing a snow plow on the vehicle, follow these guidelines:
Caution
If the vehicle does not have the snow plow prep package, RPO VYU, adding
a plow can damage the vehicle, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty...
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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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