Instruments and Controls -> Vehicle Messages for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2018-2025
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Steering
Audio overlays display when the audio app
is selected on the instrument cluster. All
HUD views may briefly display audio
information when the driver uses the
steering wheel controls to adjust the audio
settings appearing in the instrument cluster.
The windshield is part of the HUD system.
See Windshield Replacement 0 356.
Ride Control Systems
Driver Assistance Systems
Cruise Control
Lighting and Bulb Replacement
Wiper/Washer Systems
Doors and Windows
Seat Belts
Airbag Systems
Engine and Transmission
Tire Pressure
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) indicate the status
of the vehicle or some action that may be
needed to correct a condition. Multiple
messages may appear one after another.
Incoming phone calls appearing in the
instrument cluster, may also display in any
HUD view.
Care of the HUD
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be acknowledged and
cleared by pressing the thumbwheel. The
messages that require immediate action
cannot be cleared until that action is
performed.
Clean the inside of the windshield to remove
any dirt or film that could reduce the
sharpness or clarity of the HUD image.
Battery
Engine Power Messages
Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth
sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the lens
gently, then dry it.
REDUCED ACCELERATION DRIVE
WITH CARE
All messages should be taken seriously;
clearing the message does not correct the
problem.
HUD Troubleshooting
This message displays when the vehicle's
propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in
propulsion power can affect the vehicle's
ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
but there is no observed reduction in
performance, proceed to your destination.
Under certain conditions the performance
may be reduced the next time the vehicle is
driven. The vehicle may be driven while this
message is on, but maximum acceleration
and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
Check that:
If a SERVICE message appears, see your
dealer.
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Nothing is covering the HUD lens.
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The HUD brightness setting is not too
dim or too bright.
Follow the instructions given in the
messages. The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
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The HUD is adjusted to the proper height.
Polarized sunglasses are not worn.
The windshield and HUD lens are clean.
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Service Messages
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Fluid Levels
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Vehicle Security
Brakes
If the HUD image is not correct, contact
your dealer.
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message stays on, or displays repeatedly,
the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
for service as soon as possible.
Keep the original hand-held transmitter for
use in other vehicles as well as for future
programming. Erase the programming when
vehicle ownership is terminated. See
“Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons”
later in this section.
Universal Remote System
Programming
Under certain operating conditions,
propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
after the ignition has been off for
two minutes.
To program a garage door opener, park
outside directly in line with and facing the
garage door opener receiver. Clear all people
and objects near the garage door.
Vehicle Speed Messages
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
Make sure the hand-held transmitter has a
new battery for quick and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
This message shows that the vehicle speed
has been limited to the speed displayed. The
limited speed is a protection for various
propulsion and vehicle systems, such as
lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension,
Teen Driver if equipped, or tires.
Programming the Universal Remote
System
If equipped, these buttons are in the
overhead console.
Programming involves time-sensitive actions
and may time out, requiring the procedure
to be repeated. Read these instructions
completely before programming the
Universal Remote system. It may help to
have another person assist with the
programming process.
(If equipped with a diesel engine, see the
Duramax Diesel supplement.) – For Diesel
This system can replace up to three remote
control transmitters used to activate devices
such as garage door openers, security
systems, and home automation devices.
These instructions refer to a garage door
opener, but can be used for other devices.
Universal Remote System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 438.
1. Hold the end of the hand-held
Do not use the Universal Remote system
with any garage door opener that does not
have the stop and reverse feature. This
includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982.
transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 in)
away from the Universal Remote system
buttons with the indicator light in view.





