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EnglishKeys, Doors, and Windows -> Exterior Mirrors for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2018-2025
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When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come on briefly when the
ignition is turned on. If the engine does not
start and the security light stays on, there is
a problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
Do not leave the remote key or device that
disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft
system in the vehicle.
Immobilizer Operation
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
If the vehicle will not change ignition modes
(accessory mode, on, off), and the remote
key appears to be undamaged, try another
remote key. Or, you may try placing the
remote key in the remote key pocket
located in the center console. See Remote
Key Operation 0 12.
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
system.
Warning
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A convex mirror can make things, like
other vehicles, look farther away than
they really are. If you cut too sharply
into the right lane, you could hit a
vehicle on the right. Check the inside
mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
The system does not have to be manually
armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically immobilized
when the vehicle is turned off.
If the ignition mode will not change with
the other remote key or with the remote
key in the remote key pocket, your vehicle
needs service. If the ignition does change
modes, the first remote key may be faulty.
See your dealer who can service the
The system is automatically disarmed when
the ignition is turned from off to on.
The security light, in the instrument cluster,
comes on if there is a problem with arming
or disarming the theft-deterrent system.
Standard Mirrors
If equipped, the passenger side mirror is
convex shaped. A convex mirror surface is
curved so more can be seen from the
driver seat.
theft-deterrent system and have a new
remote key programmed to the vehicle.
The system has one or more remote keys
matched to an immobilizer control unit in
your vehicle. Only a correctly matched
remote key will start the vehicle. If the
remote key is ever damaged, you may not
be able to start your vehicle.
It is possible for the immobilizer system to
learn new or replacement remote keys. Up
to eight remote keys can be programmed
for the vehicle. To program additional
remote keys, see "Programming Remote
Keys to the Vehicle" under Remote Key
Operation 0 12.
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
The upper portion of both the driver and
passenger mirrors is flat.
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The lower portion of both the driver and
passenger mirrors is convex. A convex mirror
surface is curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat. The lower portion is
adjusted manually.
Extending Mirrors
Trailer tow mirrors can extend out for better
visibility when towing a trailer.
Manual Mirrors
If equipped, adjust manual mirrors by
moving the mirror up and down or left to
right to see a little of the side of the vehicle
and to have a clear view behind the vehicle.
Using hood-mounted air deflectors and
add-on convex mirror attachments could
decrease mirror performance.
To return the mirror to its original position,
reverse the motion.
Auxiliary Cargo Mirror Lamps
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
If equipped, cargo mirror lamps face
rearward to provide more light on the sides
of the vehicle, if needed. See Exterior Cargo
Lamps 0 144.
If equipped, grasp the mirror housing firmly
and pull back in one motion, arching slightly
toward the rear of the vehicle.
Advanced Trailering Vision System Side
Cameras
If equipped, the Advanced Trailering Vision
System side cameras are on the bottom of
the outside mirrors. See “Surround Vision
(360 Degrees)” under Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0 274.
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Folding Mirrors
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Turn Signal Indicator
Power Mirrors
If equipped, the mirror has turn signal
indicator lights, which flash in the direction
of the turn or lane change.
Manual Folding Mirrors
If equipped, push the mirror toward the
vehicle to fold. Push the mirror outward to
return to its original position.
Task Lighting
If equipped, task lighting projects light from
the outside mirrors to the sides of the
vehicle. See Task Lighting 0 143.
Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent
damage when going through an automatic
car wash.
Puddle Lamps
Power Folding Mirrors
If equipped, puddle lamps project light from
the bottom of the mirror to the area of
ground below the driver and passenger
doors. See Entry Lighting 0 146 and
Exit Lighting 0 146.
To adjust each mirror:
1. Press j or | to select the driver or
passenger side mirror. The indicator light
will illuminate.
Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See
Memory Seats 0 47.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to
move the mirror in the desired direction.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little
of the vehicle and the area behind it can
be seen.
The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change
Alert (LCA) 0 290.
If equipped, press g to power fold the
mirrors. Press again to unfold.
4. Press j or | again to deselect the
mirror.
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Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror
Heated Mirrors
Reset the power folding mirrors if:
1 REAR : If equipped, the rear window
defogger also heats the outside mirrors.
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The mirrors are accidentally obstructed
while folding.
The mirrors are accidentally manually
folded/unfolded.
The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded
position.
The mirrors vibrate at normal driving
speeds.
W : If equipped, press to turn the heated
outside mirrors on or off.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate
Control Systems 0 185 or
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 187.
Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using
the mirror controls to reset them to their
normal position. A noise may be heard
during the resetting of the power folding
mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual
folding operation.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
If equipped, the driver outside mirror
automatically adjusts for the glare of the
headlamps from behind. This feature comes
on when the vehicle is started.
Blind Spot Mirrors
Remote Mirror Folding
If equipped, there is a small convex mirror
built into the upper and outer corner of the
driver outside mirror. It can show objects
that may be in the vehicle's blind zone.
If equipped, press and hold Q on the
remote key for approximately one second to
remotely fold the exterior mirrors. Press and
hold K on the remote key for
approximately one second to unfold. See
Remote Key Operation 0 12.
Actual Mirror View
This feature can be turned on or off. To
view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
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Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare from the
headlamps from behind.
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1. When the approaching vehicle is a long
distance away, the image in the main
mirror is small and near the inboard
edge of the mirror.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and
memory seats, the passenger and/or driver
mirror tilts to a preselected position when
the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the
curb to be seen when parallel parking.
2. As the vehicle gets closer, the image in
the main mirror gets larger and moves
outboard.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will automatically
reduce the glare of the headlamps from
behind. The dimming feature comes on each
time the vehicle is started.
The mirror(s) may move from their tilted
position when:
3. As the vehicle enters the blind zone, the
image transitions from the main mirror
to the blind spot mirror.
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The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse),
or remains in R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
4. When the vehicle is in the blind zone,
the image only appears in the blind spot
mirror.
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The vehicle is turned off.
The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above
a set speed.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
provides a wide angle camera view of the
area behind the vehicle.
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind
Spot Mirror
1. Set the main mirror so that the side of
the vehicle can just be seen and the
blind spot mirror has an
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
unobstructed view.
Interior Mirrors
2. When checking for traffic or before
changing a lane, look at the main driver/
passenger side mirror to observe traffic
in the adjacent lane, behind your vehicle.
Check the blind spot mirror for a vehicle
in the blind zone. Then, glance over your
shoulder to double check before moving
slowly into the adjacent lane.
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
of the area behind your vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with
water.
