Chevrolet Silverado2500 2011 Owner's Manual
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WE’RE BREAKING NEW GROUND
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IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE.
If it matters to heavy-duty pickup owners, it matters to Chevy. So we engineered the new 2011 Silverado HD
with durable, advanced technology that makes it the most powerful heavy-duty ever made. First, we
strengthened the available, proven Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine and Allison® transmission to generate
an earth-shaking 765 lb.-ft. of torque and 397 horsepower — numbers no other full-size pickup can match — plus
towing capacities up to 21,700 lbs.
handle more payload than any competitor — up to 6,635 lbs.
and sturdier, we gave you more heavy-duty driving confidence with innovative features that help keep the
mammoth loads you’re hauling under control. We even changed the look with bold updates to the hood, grille
and front bumper. Then we backed it all with our 100,000 mile/5-year
quality. The new Silverado HD. From Chevy — the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickups on the road.
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ratin gs are calcu lated assum ing a base vehi cle, excep t for any opti on(s) necessa ry to achie ve the ratin g, plus driv er. The weigh t of other opt ional equipme nt, passen gers and car go will red uce the maxim um trailer we ight your veh icle can tow.
See you r Chevy dea ler for addit ional detail s.
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Next, we designed a high-strength, fully boxed steel frame with the ability to
4 Depen dability b ased on longe vity: 19 81–July 200 9 full-size pi ckup regis trations .
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And because it wasn’t enough to be just stronger
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FOR HEAVY-DUTY
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TRUCKS, TORQUE
IS KING.
B20 BIODIESEL
The available Duramax
Diesel can run on B20
biodiesel,
produced using domestic,
renewable resources.
B20 is composed of
20% biodiesel mixed
with regular diesel. The
new, available Duramax
runs cleaner too, with a
60% reduction in NOx
emissions from our
previous model. That’s
thanks to an optimized
Diesel Emissions Fluid
(DEF) system. The
combustion system and
after-treatment have also
been optimized, offering
up to 700 miles between
Diesel Particulate Filter
(DPF) regenerations.
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a fuel that’s
Ford and Dodge HD engines bow
down before the Duramax 6.6L
Turbo-Diesel V8 engine. But
to remain the HD leader, we
decided to look at everything
that made the available
Duramax great and make it even
better. This proven powerplant
was enhanced to generate more
maximum horsepower and torque than
Ford or Dodge — an incredible 397 hp and 765
lb.-ft. of torque — yet our engineers managed to make it quieter than before
and improve highway fuel economy by more than 11%.
you take that improvement and combine it with our 36-gallon fuel tank, it
offers up to 680 highway miles on a single tank. Harnessing all that power
and efficiency is the renowned, beefed-up Allison six-speed, a transmission
that’s been earning its heavy-duty credentials for nearly a decade. And let’s
face it — you don’t want to leave your towing fate in the hands of an unproven
transmission when
more proof on just how tough Allison transmissions are? You’ll
lot of medium-duty commercial-grade vehicles. Another engine choice is our
standard Vortec 6.0L V8 gas
optimizes high-end power
380 lb.-ft. of torque.
Shown at right: Available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine. Shown above: Available Allison six-speed automatic
transmission. 1 Based o n GM testing . 2 Requires A STM grad e B20 biodies el fuel.
you’re pulling a massive load through the mountains. Need
engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) that
and low-end torque — enough for 360 horses and
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Remarkably, when
find them in a
Head to chevy.com/NewSilveradoHD to see how we made Silverado HD stronger than ever
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“ BIGGER,
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BADDER, AND
BETTER…”
— CARANDDRIVER.COM, FEBRUARY 2010
Beauty may only be skin deep, but inner strength
is another matter altogether. You either have it
or you don’t, and it goes right to the core. Our allnew chassis features a high-strength, fully boxed
steel frame that’s five times torsionally stiffer
than before and lets Silverado HD shoulder up to
6,635 lbs.
That’s more than any competitor. Looking for a fully
boxed frame on Ford F-250 or F-350? You won’t
find one. And the Silverado HD suspension got a
complete redesign with components that are bigger
and stronger than before. They were engineered
specifically to handle increased loads and do
something you probably wouldn’t expect — improve
ride quality. Call it backbone. Call it guts or internal
fortitude. Silverado HD has it from the inside out.
1 Requir es Regular C ab model and ga s engine. 2 Ma ximum paylo ad capacit y includes w eight of dri ver, passen gers,
optional equipment and cargo.
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of whatever it takes to get the job done.
3 Require s available D uramax 6. 6L Turbo-Die sel V8 engin e and Snow Plo w Prep Pack age.
INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION
The new independent front suspension allows
each front wheel to react independently to
rough terrain, helping keep each wheel in a
vertical position and more firmly planted on the
road. Compare this to a solid front axle design
where movement on one side affects the
wheel on the other.
Max. payload capacity2 (lbs.) (gas)
Max. payload capacity2 (lbs.) (diesel)
Max. Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (RGAWR) (lbs.)
Max. Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (FGAWR) (lbs.)
Max. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lbs.)
Max. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) (lbs.)
See the sturdier Silverado HD handle big payloads and rough terrain at chevy.com/NewSilveradoHD.
NEW 2011
SILVERADO HD
6,635
5,724
9,375
6,000
13,000
29,200
6,000-LB. FGAWR
The front suspension has been outfitted with huge
precision-forged upper control arms and torsion
bars along with the largest steering gear we’ve
ever used on a heavy-duty pickup, supporting up
to a 6,000-lb. Front Gross Axle Weight Rating
(FGAWR).
accommodate a snow plow with the available
Snow Plow Prep Package.
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So every HD 4x4 model can easily
STURDIER
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INCREASED GVWR
The fully boxed frame and all-new front and rear
suspensions are the biggest reasons for the huge
increases in Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings, up to
14% on some models. Massive components include
three-inch-wide rear leaf springs and precisionforged upper control arms for added strength.
FIFTH-WHEEL READY
It’s easy to add a fifth-wheel trailer hitch to the new
Silverado HD, thanks to numerous provisions found
on the high-strength steel frame.
FRONT SUSPENSION ENHANCEMENTS
To better manage larger capacities, the steering
knuckle is taller and 66% heavier than before. Dual
front jounce bumpers provide two load transfer
paths to handle the increase in loads going through
the frame and lower control arm.
STRONGER REAR SUSPENSION
The rear suspension is stronger than before and
includes 20% wider leaf springs with an asymmetric
design that reduces wheel hop on acceleration,
better handles increased payloads and results in
bigger Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings.
IMPROVED RIDE
Traditionally, HD trucks have ridden like trucks.
Here’s one place we’re willing to break with tradition. Intelligently designed hydraulic body mounts
on Extended Cab and Crew Cab models improve
ride quality by helping to isolate and absorb bumps.
Larger engine and transmission mounts than
before, coupled with a stier front frame structure,
better control vibrations. We’ve even increased
track widths to enhance ride experience.
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BRAKING COMMUNICATION
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The StabiliTrak control module allows components to “talk”
to each other and vary the amount of braking needed based
on the truck, the load and the grade. That’s an important
conversation, since having the muscle to get a big load
moving is just the first part of the towing equation. The
second part is having the brains to slow it down.
TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
Working in conjunction with StabiliTrak Electronic
Stability Control, the new Trailer Sway Control (single
rear wheel models only) feature senses trailer sway
and automatically applies the truck’s brakes and
reduces engine power, if necessary, to help you get
back on track.
STABILITRAK ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
StabiliTrak, standard on single rear wheel models, improves
vehicle stability, particularly during emergency maneuvers.
The StabiliTrak control module compares your steering
input with the vehicle’s actual response and then, if
necessary, makes small, individual brake and engine
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER
The dash-mounted controls provide measured brake
force to the electric-controlled trailer brakes, giving
you an added measure of confidence and security while
towing. Thanks to this available feature, you can say
good-bye to that aftermarket brake controller.
torque applications to enhance control and help you
keep on track. StabiliTrak automatically intervenes when
it senses loss of lateral traction (sideslip), understeer
(plowing) or oversteer (fishtailing).
Silverado HD is more secure. Learn how we did it at chevy.com/NewSilveradoHD.
BIGGER, STRONGER BRAKES
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Everything about the Silverado HD brakes has been
improved. Larger rotors and calipers improve brake pedal
feel and result in shorter pedal travel. With Intelligent
Brake Assist, the calipers are preloaded. So when the
system senses a panic-braking situation, the brakes can
be fully applied more quickly.
PROVEN, DURABLE ALLISON TRANSMISSION
With the ability to harness all the power and torque of
the available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine, the
Allison six-speed automatic transmission is the ultimate
confidence-booster whether your truck is loaded or
unloaded. The transmission includes Tap-Up/Tap-Down
driver shift control capability and auto grade braking.
HILL START ASSIST
On uphill inclines greater than a 5% grade, the Hill Start
Assist (single rear wheel models only) automatically
engages to hold the truck stationary for about a second
after the brake is released. This gives the driver time
to accelerate before the truck can roll backward. It can
be extremely helpful when you’re stopped on a steep
grade with a vehicle two feet from your rear bumper. The
available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller will also assist
with this feature and apply the trailer brakes.
AUTO GRADE BRAKING
When you’re towing a heavy load, sometimes traveling
downhill feels like an uphill battle. Auto grade braking,
standard on Silverado HD transmissions, is up to the
challenge. This feature automatically downshifts to help
slow the truck when you apply the brakes while descending
long, steep grades.
SILVERADO HD MAKES
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DRIVING HEAVY
TRUCKS EASY.
When you have big jobs lined up from dusk to dawn, sometimes it’s hard
to slow down. And while that work ethic is admirable, we knew you needed
a truck that would slow down — and stop — when your days are packed and
you’re pulling the biggest loads. So we added innovative components like an
available diesel exhaust brake
helps keep your truck and trailer in control while traveling downhill. It’s the
type of thinking that can help ease thoughts of white-knuckle driving and
save some wear on your brakes at the same time.
Shown a t left: Sil verado 3500H D Crew Cab Lon g Box LTZ 4x4 in Steel G reen Metall ic with availa ble featur es. Shown below: Dur amax
turbocharger cutaway.
and fif th-whee l trailer hit ch. Maximum t railer weig ht rating s are calcula ted assumin g a base vehicl e, except f or any option (s) necessar y to achiev e the rating , plus driver. T he
weigh t of other op tional equipm ent, passe ngers and ca rgo will re duce the max imum trailer w eight your ve hicle can tow . See your Chevy dealer for additional details.
1 Requir es availabl e Duramax 6.6 L Turbo-Dies el V8 engine. 2 Requires R egular Cab mo del with ava ilable Duram ax 6.6L Turbo-D iesel V8 eng ine
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that lets you use less conventional braking and
MORE SECURE
EXHAUST BRAKE SYSTEM
The new diesel exhaust brake system,1 included with the
available Allison transmission, works in conjunction with
the Tow/Haul mode and auto grade braking features. After
evaluating the load and grade, a variable vane geometry
turbo creates back pressure to slow down the vehicle and
help reduce brake use. That means reduced brake fade,
prolonged brake life and more confidence when you’re
pulling 21,700 lbs.
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HEAVY-DUTY TOWING
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THIS TRUCK WAS BORN
TO TOW HUGE LOADS.
TOWING EQUIPMENT
Serious pulling needs
serious equipment.
The available Trailering
Package includes a trailer
hitch platform and 2.5inch receiver with 2-inch
adapter, 7-wire harness
mated to 7-way sealed
connector, integrated
trailer brake controller and
automatic locking rear
differential. A new heavyduty trailer hitch provides
a strong link between truck
and trailer. Camper mirrors
are available to help you
see what’s happening
behind you. And if you
need help getting your
HD into perfect position
to hook up, an available
rearview camera system
gives you eyes in the back
of your truck.
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When you can handle 21,700 lbs. of maximum fifth-wheel towing
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— more
than Ford F-350 or Dodge — you won’t have to say “no” to many trailers. We’ve
even raised our conventional towing capacity to a staggering 17,000 lbs.
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better than any competitor. We get there with a strong, sturdy frame and
suspension, massive rear axles and available heavy-duty trailering equipment
that includes an automatic locking rear differential. Tow/Haul mode is standard
and helps improve transmission performance when you’re hauling a hefty load.
To help manage unruly trailers, Trailer Sway Control (single rear wheel models
only) and an available trailer brake controller are fully integrated with the antilock
brake system. Of course, when you’re looking to move more than 10 tons, having
the available Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine doesn’t hurt either. This
powerplant generates more horsepower and torque than you’ll get from Ford
or Dodge. Couple it with the durable Allison six-speed automatic transmission,
and it’s a combination trailers are going to find hard to resist.
Silve rado 2500HD E xtended Cab Standa rd Box LT in Blue Gran ite Metallic w ith availab le features . 1 Requires Re gular Cab mod el with avail able
Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine.
drive r. The weight o f other opt ional equipme nt, passen gers and car go will red uce the maxim um trailer wei ght your veh icle can tow. S ee your Chev y dealer for a dditional de tails.
3 LT requi res availab le Convenie nce Packag e on 2500HD. LTZ r equires av ailable LTZ Plu s Package an d Convenien ce Package o n 2500HD; requires Ultr asonic Rear Parking Assist
and LTZ Pl us Package on 3 500HD.
Max. fifth-wheel towing capacity
2 Maxi mum trailer we ight ratin gs are calc ulated assum ing a base vehi cle, excep t for any opti on(s) necess ary to achie ve the ratin g, plus
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(lbs.) (diesel)
NEW 2011
SILVERADO HD
21,700
2011 FORD
F-350/F-250
2010 DODGE
RAM HD
21,600 18,600
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Max. ball-hitch towing capacity2 (lbs.) (diesel)
Max. fifth-wheel towing capacity2 (lbs.) (gas)
Max. ball-hitch towing capacity2 (lbs.) (gas)
Max. 2500HD Extended Cab fifth-wheel
towing capacity
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(lbs.) (diesel)
17,000
14,700
14,100
17,500
16,000 12,000
15,700 11,300
15,000 11,300
16,500 13,450
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