Chevrolet Silverado: Vehicle Checks / Gas Strut(s)
This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and
holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full open position.
Warning
If the gas struts that hold open the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail,
you or others could be seriously injured. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service
immediately. Visually inspect the gas struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check to make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with
enough force. If struts are failing to hold the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate.
Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts. Also do not push
down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle.
See Maintenance Schedule.

Hood

Trunk

Liftgate
If the windshield or front side glass must be replaced, see your dealer to determine
the correct replacement glass.
Windshield Replacement
Driver Assistance Systems
If the windshield needs to be replaced and the vehicle is equipped with a front
camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a GM replacement windshield is
recommended...
Front Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected...
Other information:
Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading,
and road conditions affect the wear rate of the tires.
Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear
indicators appear when the tires have only 1...
Extending Mirrors
Trailer tow mirrors can extend out for better visibility when towing a trailer.
Manual Extend : If equipped, grasp the mirror housing firmly and pull
back in one motion, arching slightly toward the rear of the vehicle.
To return the mirror to its original position, reverse the motion...