2005 chevrolet silverado 1500 z71 transmission

2005 chevrolet silverado 1500 z71 transmission

2005 CHEVY SILVERADO / SILVERADO HEAVY DUTY

Unique to Canada

New for 2005

  • Hybrid version of half-ton 1500 Extended Cab model
  • Higher output (310 hp/231 kw) Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8 (available on 4WD Extended Cab w/standard box)
  • Power sunroof package (available late 2004 on Extended and Crew Cab models with Universal Transmitter and overhead console)
  • Front disc/rear drum anti-lock brakes standard on all models except with Quadrasteer
  • (QPR) P245/70R17-108S all-season blackwall tires standard on 2WD models
  • (QPO) P245/70R17-108S all-season, white-outlined letter tires available on 2WD models
  • (QVL) P265/70R17, all-season, blackwall tires standard on 4WD Regular/Extended Cab models
  • (QVM) P265/70R17, all-season, white outlined-letter tires available on 4WD Regular/Extended Cab models
  • Six -lug painted 17-inch x 7-inch steel wheels standard on Work Truck Models
  • Six-lug chrome-styled steel 17-inch x 7.5-inch (except 2WD Extended Cab and 2WD/4WD Crew Cab models)
  • 3.23 rear axle ratio standard on 2WD models
  • 145-amp alternator standard
  • Snow Plow prep package includes 160-amp alternator
  • New hood and grille design for Heavy Duty models
  • New exterior colors: Dark Blue Metallic (all except Silverado SS), Silver Birch Metallic (Silverado SS)

OnStar driver safety and security system, featuring Gen 6 hardware with analog/digital coverage and upgraded hands-free capabilities. Standard on light-duty LT, available on LS; standard on heavy-duty Silverado LT Extended Cab and Crew Cab, available on 2500HD and 3500 models.

Light Duty Model Lineup

Engines

Transmissions

Vortec 4300 4.3L V-6

Vortec 4800 4.8L V-8

Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8 ***

Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8

4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4L60-E)

4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4L80-E)

4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4L85-E)

5-spd man (MG5)

5-spd HD man (MW3)

1500 Regular Cab, Sportside Short Box

s

o

o*

o

s

1500 Regular Cab, Fleetside Short Box

s

o

o*

o

s

1500 Regular Cab, Fleetside Long Box

s

o

o*

o

s

2500 Regular Cab, Fleetside Long Box

s

o

s

1500 Extended Cab, Sportside Short Box

s

o

o

s

1500 Extended Cab, Fleetside Short Box

s

o

o*

o

s

2500 Extended Cab, Fleetside Short Box

s

o

s

1500 Extended Cab, Fleetside Long Box

s**

o*

s

1500 Crew Cab

Fleetside Short  Box

s

s

2500 Crew Cab

Fleetside Short Box

s

s

SS

s

s

*              Available only with four-speed automatic overdrive transmission
**            Vortec 5300 V-8 is included with LT trim
***          Higher-output 310 hp /231 kw version available on 4WD Extended Cab w/standard box

Key:       

Standard

s

Optional

o

Not available

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Heavy Duty Model Lineup

Engines

Transmissions

Vortec 6000

Vortec 8100

Duramax 6600

5-spd man

6-spd man

4-spd auto

5-spd auto

6.0L V-8

8.1L
V-8

6.6L V-8

(MW3)

(ML6)

(Hydra-Matic 4L80-E)

(M74)

Pickups

C/K25903 HD, C/K35903

2WD/4WD Regular Cab, Wideside Long Box

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

C/K25753 HD

2WD/4WD Extended Cab, Wideside Short Box

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

C/K25953 HD, C/K35953

2WD/4WD Extended Cab, Wideside Long Box

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

C/K25743 HD

2WD/4WD Crew Cab, Wideside Short Box

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

C/K25943, C/K35943

2WD/4WD Crew Cab, Wideside Long Box

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

Chassis Cabs

C/K36003, C/K36403

2WD/4WD Regular Cab

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

C/K36053, C/K36453

2WD/4WD Extended Cab

s

o

o

s

o

o

o

Key:

Standard

s

Optional

o

Not available


CUSTOMER PROFILE:

The Chevy Silverado fullsize pickup is targeted toward buyers in their 40s, most of whom are married. Key buying points are reliability, durability, quality and overall vehicle value. Since fullsize pickup buyers are brand loyal, previous experience with the manufacturer and model are also important. Chevy truck buyers need a truck they can depend upon day-in and day-out for both commercial and personal-use applications.

PRODUCT HISTORY:

1936

Chevrolet fullsize pickup introduced

1937

Exterior redesign

1948

Exterior redesign

1955

Exterior redesign

1958

Four-wheel drive debuts on 1/2-, 3/4- and 1-ton pickups

1973

All-new trucks introduced; Crew Cab and "Big Dooley" debut

1974

Full-time four-wheel drive with V8 engine is released

1977

K30 1-ton introduced

1982

6.2L diesel engine released

1987

TBI fuel injection installed on V6 and V8 gasoline engines

1988

All-new interior and exterior design introduced; Extended Cab model debuts

1990

454SS sport-performance truck and work truck introduced

1991

Heavy-duty electronic Hydra-Matic 4L80-E automatic transmission introduced; Gen V 7.4L V8 replaces Mark IV engine

1992

Suburban, Blazer and Crew Cab join C/K platform; 6.5L Turbo-Diesel V8 introduced

1993

4L60-E electronic four-speed automatic transmission introduced

1994

Two new 6.5L diesel engines introduced

1995

Redesigned instrument panel; standard driver-side air bag introduced on models under 8500 GVWR; standard four-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) added; engine and transmission enhancements

1996

New series of gasoline engines include the Vortec 4300, 5000, 5700 and 7400 SFI V8s; rear seat "Easy Access" system on Extended Cab models (mid-year introduction); electric shift transfer case available

1997

Speed-sensitive steering added; passenger side air bag standard on 1/2- and 3/4-ton models below 8600 GVWR lb.; enhancements to automatic transmissions

1998

PASSLock anti-theft system added as standard equipment; four-wheel drive front axle actuator (engages/disengages front axle electronically)

1999

All-new 1/2- and 3/4-ton trucks introduced; three all-new series of Vortec V8 engines (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L); standard four-wheel disc brakes; renamed from C/K to Silverado; standard third door (with wider opening) on all Extended Cab models; standard 16" tires and wheels on all models; increased cab interior dimensions; wider track for enhanced stability; stronger frame utilizing modular three-section strategy; new AutoTrac system for immediate traction; standard engine hour usage meter for fleet operators; lower step-in height

2000

A fourth door becomes available on the driver's side of Extended Cab models (mid-year availability); horsepower increases on Vortec 4800 and 5300 engines

2001

New "2500" 3/4-ton Heavy Duty and "3500" 1-ton series with new 6.6L Duramax Diesel and 8.1L gasoline V8 engines; new 5-speed automatic and 6-speed manual on trucks with 9200-lb. GVWR or higher; and enhancements to the 6.0-litre Generation III V8 engine (on trucks with 9200-lb. GVWR or higher); new "1500 HD" 1/2-ton model added; composite box added

2002

New radio with CD-player on base models; extendable sunshades added to all models; Extended Cab, Short Box Silverado models will receive the Quadrasteer four-wheel steering (4WS) system (mid-year)

2003

Significant redesign for 2003 model year; dual level air bags and a front seat automatic air bag suppression system on all light duty pickups; Quadrasteer system now available on 1500 HD Short Box Crew Cabs; Silverado SS model added

2004

New half-ton 1500 Crew Cab in either 2WD or 4WD (mid-year introduction); new three-quarter-ton 2500 Series short-box Crew Cab, rated at 8,600 pounds (3,870 kg) GVWR in 2WD or 4WD; new 4WD single-rear-wheel (SRW) 3500 Series one-ton, rated at 9,900 lbs. (4,455 kg) GVWR, available in Regular, Extended or Crew Cab and in long box or Chassis Cab (mid-year introduction); Work Truck package now available on all models except 2500 Crew Cab; base now includes cruise control, power door locks, black bodyside moldings, uplevel wheels where applicable, chrome bumper, and AM/FM stereo with CD player

2005

Hybrid version of half-ton 1500 Extended Cab model available



CHEVY SILVERADO:
FOR EVERY PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL TRUCK NEED

As General Motors’ best selling vehicle, the Chevrolet Silverado has an unequaled reputation for outstanding performance, dependability and capability. Silverado also is known for having one of the broadest model ranges in the entire industry, to meet every personal and professional need in the full-size pickup truck market.

Silverado’s extensive range of 1500 and 2500 light duty models is expanded even further for 2005, with the introduction of a gas-electric hybrid version of the 1500 Series Extended Cab for the retail market. Hybrid models are powered by a standard Vortec 5300 V-8 and Hydra-Matic 4L60-E four-speed automatic transmission coupled with the segment’s first hybrid propulsion technology, to provide up to 10 percent better fuel economy; 120-volt electrical power with ground fault detection; and unique accessory powering capability.

In addition to the hybrid-powered Silverado, an even more potent 310 horsepower (231 kw) version of GM’s Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8 is available for 2005 on 4WD Silverado 1500 Extended Cabs with a standard cargo box.

Other functional changes for 2005 include the availability of a power sunroof on all Extended Cab and Crew Cab models. Front-disc, rear-drum anti-lock brakes are now standard on all light duty models except those equipped with GM’s innovative Quadrasteer four-wheel steering system.

A new 3.23 rear axle ratio is standard on 2WD models, while a more powerful 145-amp alternator is standard on all models for 2005. (A 160-amp alternator comes with the optional Snow Plow prep package.)

New tire choices for 2005 include P245/70R17-108S all-season blackwall tires as standard on 2WD models, with P245/70R17-108S all-season white-outlined letter tires as an option. P265/70R17 all-season blackwall tires are now standard on 4WD Regular and Extended Cab models, while P265/70R17 all-season white outlined-letter tires are available.

Revised wheel combinations include six-lug painted 17 x 7-inch steel wheels standard on Work Truck Models, and six-lug chrome-styled steel 17 x 7.5-inch wheels on all models except 2WD Extended Cab and 2WD/4WD Crew Cab models.

Dark Blue Metallic is a new color for 2005 across all light and heavy duty models except Silverado SS.

Unmatched power and selection

Within the light duty lineup, Silverado can be ordered in an almost unlimited number of configurations to suit any requirement: Regular, Extended or Crew Cab body styles; standard 6.5-foot (2-m) or extended 8-foot (2.4-m) cargo boxes in either Fleetside or Sportside style; 1500 half-ton or 2500 three-quarter-ton models; and either 2WD or 4WD systems.

An impressive array of Vortec engines is offered: a 4300 4.3 L V-6; 4800 4.8L V-8; two models of the Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8; and the powerful Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8. Engine output ranges from 195 hp (145 kw) all the way up to 330 hp (246 kw).

In addition to the new hybrid version, Silverado can be ordered in several reduced-emissions or alternative-fuel variations. All Silverados with the Vortec 4300 4.3L V-6, and those sold in California with the Vortec 4800 4.8L or Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8, have a robust catalytic converter system that meets Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) standards. Models equipped with the Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8 come with a dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) or bi-fuel system that can run on CNG or gasoline.

Light-duty Silverado models with the Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8 offer an option that enables owners to operate them on varying blends of ethanol and gasoline, up to a maximum of 85 percent ethanol.

Silverado can be equipped to meet any personal requirement or professional demand when it comes to hauling or towing. Payload capacities range from 1,295 pounds (587 kg) all the way to 4,047 pounds (1,836 kg) for 2500 heavy duty models. Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings range from 6,100 pounds (2,767 kg) to 9,200 pounds (4,173 kg) on properly equipped heavy duty versions.

Improved fuel economy

Already best in class in terms of fuel economy, the 2005 Silverados receive four major enhancements that lead to a nearly one-mile-per-gallon fuel economy improvement.

The 2005 model Silverados feature an all-electric cooling system (compared to fan and fan clutch on 2004 models). The all-electric cooling system consists of two 200-watt electric fan packages and an improved dissipation radiator.  The new cooling system provides a number of advantages:

A reduction in parasitic losses due to disengaged fan speed with a corresponding increase in combined city/highway fuel economy

A significant improvement in idle A/C performance (driver/passenger comfort) as well as an ability to idle with A/C on for extended periods in very high ambient temperatures 

A reduction in customer complaints normally attributed to unusual engine noise or transmission noise/delayed shift, which are actually fan noise issues.

A new voltage control system monitors the battery’s charge status and controls the vehicle’s generator to minimize parasitic voltage loss.

Other changes designed to improve fuel economy include improved sealing of the vehicles’ front end. For example, tow hook and fog light openings are now sealed when those items are not ordered on the vehicle. In addition, the center hole in the front air deflector has been sealed; an extension has been added to the front air deflector; the aerodynamics for the running boards have been improved and the center high mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) – which was previously roof-mounted – is now recessed into the liftgate glass for improved vehicle aerodynamics.

Hybrid highlights

Introduced during the 2004 model year, Silverado 1500 Hybrid promises up to 10 percent improvement in fuel economy and returns all the performance and capability expected in a full-size pickup. The Vortec 5300 V-8 engine delivers 295 horsepower (220 kw) and 335 lb.-ft. (463 Nm) of torque – the same as its non-hybrid counterpart. Yet there’s something the Sierra Hybrid provides that standard models do not: it is essentially a mobile power-generating station, with four 120-volt/20-amp electrical auxiliary power outlets (APO). The power outlets are located under the rear seat of the cab and in the pickup bed. Customers can conveniently operate power equipment without taking up the bed space typical portable generators would use.

A key contributor to the Hybrid’s fuel efficiency is its ability to automatically stop and restart the engine under different operating circumstances. Instead of a conventional starter motor and alternator, Hybrid pickups use a compact 14-kw electric induction motor or starter generator integrated in a patented, space-efficient manner between the engine and transmission. The starter generator provides fast, quiet starting power and allows automatic engine stops/starts to conserve fuel. It also smoothes out any driveline surges; generates electrical current to charge the batteries and run auxiliary power outlets; and provides coast-down regenerative braking, as an aid to fuel economy.

Please see the “Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Hybrid” release in the Fleet and Commercial section of the Corporate book of the GM Product Information Guide for complete details on the Silverado Hybrid.

Safety and security across the range

Silverados are equipped with GM’s Passenger Sensing System (PSS).  PSS uses the latest sensing technology to turn the front passenger air bag on or off. If the sensor system detects an unoccupied front passenger seat or the presence of a smaller occupant, the front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn off so it would not deploy in the event of a frontal collision. A status indicator on the instrument panel alerts occupants that the passenger air bag is on or off. Even with this system, GM strongly recommends to restrain child passengers in an appropriate child seat placed in the second or third row of the vehicle. Never install a rear-facing infant seat in front of an active air bag. GM also recommends that all children 12 and under ride in the rear seat when possible.

The Silverado also has dual-stage frontal air bags (not available on 1500 HD Crew Cab and 2500 HD and 3500 Series models) for supplemental protection for front seat passengers. Dual-stage frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of air bag-induced injury. When the air bag system’s control unit detects an impact, it determines whether the crash is severe enough to trigger a deployment, and whether the primary amount of inflation is sufficient. The primary stage alone will deploy in most frontal impacts requiring the supplemental protection of an air bag, while a secondary stage is designed to deploy in more severe frontal collisions.

GM’s OnStar safety and security system is standard on LT and available on LS light duty models. In the heavy duty range, OnStar is standard on Silverado LT Extended Cab and Crew Cab models, and available on 2500 HD and 3500 models.

Silverados feature OnStar’s new sixth-generation hardware with digital and analog coverage. The Gen 6 hardware also includes upgraded hands-free voice recognition capabilities including more intuitive continuous digit dialing and improved voice recognition accuracy. OnStar is the leading provider of in-vehicle safety, security and information services in the United States and Canada. Using the GPS satellite network and wireless technology, OnStar features core safety services and OnStar Personal Calling that allows drivers to make and receive hands-free, voice-activated phone calls using a powerful three-watt digital/analog system and external antenna for greater reception.

Additional safety and security systems include electronic traction control on 2WD Silverados to enhance handling and response on models equipped with a V-8 engine, automatic transmission and locking rear differential. All models come standard with PASSLock II theft deterrent system, and a driver information center that monitors and reports on up to 34 vehicle system functions.

Air conditioning, chrome front bumpers, tinted glass, power steering with tilt-adjustable column, a full-size spare tire and heavy-duty battery also are standard on all Silverado models. 

Quadrasteer for added maneuverability

GM’s exclusive Quadrasteer four-wheel steering system – which offers low-speed maneuverability and high-speed stability, handling and control ideal for pulling a trailer – is available on 1500 Extended Cab short-box and 2500 Crew Cab pickups. At low speeds, Quadrasteer enables the rear wheels to turn in the opposite direction of the front wheels. That helps the vehicle make tighter turns such as when cornering or getting into a tight parking space. At higher speeds, the system reduces vehicle yaw, or rotational motion, for more control during lane changes and demanding conditions.

Quality entertainment systems

Impressive entertainment systems – from available Bose sound systems to a Panasonic DVD passenger entertainment system – add to Silverado's creature comforts. These systems (except the base fleet radio) feature the next-generation Radio Data System, and can interface with services such as the optional XM Satellite Radio. On Crew Cab models, available rear-seat audio controls allow second-row passengers to enjoy a separate audio source from front-seat occupants.

XM (continental U.S. only) provides more than 120 coast-to-coast, digital-quality channels of original commercial-free music and premier news, sports and talk as well as advanced traffic and weather information for select major metropolitan areas nationwide. Consumers can subscribe to the basic service for $9.99 a month. In addition, GM customers with GMAC financing can choose to include the XM subscription in their car payments.

Silverado SS, Z71 Off-Road Package 

Among the wide selection of Silverado models are two versions that offer the ultimate for either highway cruising or off-road fun.

Silverado SS, based on a 1500 Series Extended Cab with a short bed, is a contemporary expression of Chevy power for those muscle car enthusiasts who want the added versatility of a muscle truck. A high-output version of GM’s Vortec 6000 V-8 pumps out 345 horsepower (257 kw) and 380 lb.-ft. (515 Nm) of torque. Bolted to a Hydra-Matic 4L85-E four-speed automatic overdrive transmission equipped with a 3.06 first gear and 0.70 final gear, this potent powertrain delivers both rapid acceleration and relaxed highway cruising.

Keeping all this power connected to the pavement is a standard full-time, electronic all-wheel-drive (AWD) viscous-coupled transfer case for enhanced wet or dry pavement handling, along with an innovative Z60 high-performance chassis and tire package that includes Silverado’s largest ever 20-inch wheel and tire combination for exceptional road holding and cornering capabilities.

For 2005, Silverado SS is available with a power sunroof option. Silver Birch Metallic is offered in addition to Victory Red.

For those interested more in four-wheeling fun and capability, the Silverado Z71 Off-Road Package is available on half-ton 4WD models. The Z71 package includes 46-mm gas-charged shock absorbers, off-road jounce bumpers, specific stabilizer bars, a skid-plate package, a high-capacity air cleaner and distinctive Z71 decals for the pickup box. 

Silverado Z71 can be equipped with features such as cruise control, rear defogger, power door locks, remote keyless entry, rearview mirror, AM/FM stereo with CD and cassette player, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, fog lamps, color-keyed grille and deep-tinted glass.

Silverado Heavy Duty – For any power and performance need

Featuring a redesigned hood and grille for 2005, Chevy Silverado Heavy Duty pickups comprise the segment's most diverse lineup, with a wide selection of weight ratings, body styles and powertrain combinations including diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG) models.

GM’s Duramax 6600 6.6L (V-8) turbo-diesel was already legendary for its awesome performance, but engineers decided to make it even better. Both hardware and software were upgraded in ’04, resulting in a 10 horsepower (7.5 kw) increase. Not satisfied with “good enough,” the engineers went back to work and the result is a 70 lb.-ft. (97 Nm) torque increase for 2005. The revised powerplant delivers 310 horsepower (231 kw) at 3000 rpm and 605 lb.-ft. (836 Nm) of torque at 1600 rpm when equipped with the Allison automatic transmission.

At the top of the gasoline engine range is an optional Vortec 8100 8.1L V-8, rated at 330 hp (246 kw) and 450 lb.-ft. (610 Nm) of torque.  The Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8 produces 300 hp (224 kw) and 360 lb.-ft. (488 Nm) of torque.

No fewer than 14 different Silverado HD models can run on dedicated (CNG) or bi-fuel systems, the latter which operates on either CNG or gasoline when equipped with a Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8 with hardened valves and seats to withstand CNG's lack of lubricity and cooling. Special versions with reduced gross vehicle weight ratings (8,500 pounds or 3,825 kg) enable customers to meet fleet requirements in "non-attainment" areas, while GVWR ratings of up to 9,200 pounds (4,173 kg) are available.

Impressive and tough

With impressive power, tough frames, advanced suspensions and high-capacity brakes, the 2500HD/3500 Series provides outstanding payload capacities as well as outstanding hauling and towing capabilities. The three-quarter-ton models have a GVWR as much as 9,200 pounds (4,173 kg), and payloads up to 3,964 pounds (1,798 kg). The one-ton pickup models have a GVWR up to 11,400 pounds (5,171 kg) and payloads up to 5,753 pounds (2,610 kg).

For chassis cab models, Silverado HD has an 11,400-pound (5,171-kg) GVWR for 2WD versions and a 12,000-pound (5,443 kg) GVWR when equipped with 4WD. Chassis cabs provide payloads up to 6,089 pounds (2,762 kg).

Capable smooth-shifting transmissions

Duramax 6600 and Vortec 8100 are mated to smooth-shifting, high-capacity transmissions with close-ratio gearing to provide optimum launch, hill climbing and towing capabilities.

The ZF S6-650 six-speed is fully synchronized in all gears. Dual cone synchronizers in second and third gear provide extra capacity. The shift lever moves forward for first and straight back for reverse, providing easy low-speed maneuvering since drivers don’t have to go across the shift pattern to select reverse. Second gear can be used for launching unloaded or lightly loaded trucks. First gear can be used as a “creeper gear” for extra low-end performance.

The Allison 1000 was built to move big-time tonnage. It has full electronic control of shift-timing points, five forward speeds and helical-type planetary gearsets for quiet operation. It also provides two operating modes, normal and Tow/Haul. When hauling heavy loads down long, steep grades, a grade-braking mechanism automatically downshifts to help slow the vehicle when the driver applies the brakes.

A heavy-duty, five-speed manual transmission and GM’s optional Hydra-Matic 4L80-E four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission are available with the Vortec 6000. The 4L80-E also provides Passive Shift Stabilization with Tow/Haul mode and a standard temperature gauge and temperature monitoring system.

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STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES


EXTERIOR FEATURES

1500
Base

1500
LS

1500
LT

1500
SS

Bed extender; dealer installed accessory (not available with Sportside box)

O

O

O

O

Bed side rail protector; dealer installed accessory (not available with Sportside or Short box)

O

O

O

-

Box - Fleetside Short (5 ft. 8.5 in.) - 1500 Crew Cab only

-

S

S

-

Box - Fleetside Standard (6 ft. 6 in.) - 1500HD Crew Cab

-

S

S

-

Box - Fleetside Standard (6 ft. 6 in.) or Long (8 ft.) - Reg. and Ext. Cab (specify box size when ordering)

S

S

S

S

Box - Sportside (6 ft. 6 in.) - Reg. or Ext. Cab only

O

O

O

-

Bumpers - front, chrome with spectra gray cover and air dam

S

S

S

-

Bumpers - rear, chrome with step pad

S

S

S

-

Fender flares - wheel opening (4x4 models); not available with Sportside box or Quadrasteer (standard on 1500HD, 2500HD and 3500 models)

O

O

O

-

Fog lights

-

O

S

S

Glass - Solar-Ray tinted, all windows

S

S

S

S

Glass - deep-tinted on all windows behind front doors

O

O

S

S

Grille - gray surround and horizontal bar

S

-

-

-

Grille - colour-keyed surround with chrome horizontal bar

O

S

S

-

Mirrors - below eye-line foldaway, black

S

S

S

-

Mirrors - power remote control, heated

-

S

-

-

Mirrors - power remote control, heated, power folding with reverse down, electrochromic auto-dimming driver's side and integral turn signals

-

O

S

S

Mirrors - camper-style, power remote control, heated, power extend and integral turn signals (not available with Quadrasteer or 1500 Crew Cab models); does not include memory or reverse down feature

-

O

O

-

Mirrors - camper-style, manual extend

O

-

-

-

Mouldings - bodyside, colour-keyed

-

S

S

-

Mouldings - bodyside, black

O

-

-

-

Package - Special Appearance: Base Regular or Extended Cab models with Fleetside or Sportside Box - Custom cloth seats - Z85 Heavy-Duty Suspension (standard on 4x4) - 17" 5-spoke aluminum wheels - Deep-tinted glass on all windows behind front doors - Locking rear differential (standard on 4x4) - Chromed stainless steel tubular running boards

S

-

-

-

Package - Special Appearance: LS Regular, Extended or Crew Cab models with Fleetside or Sportside (available with Regular or Extended Cab only) Box - Z85 Heavy-Duty Suspension (standard on 4x4 and Crew Cab models) - 17" 5-spoke aluminum wheels - Deep-tinted glass on all windows behind front doors - Fog lights - Locking rear differential (standard on 4x4) - Autotrac 4x4 transfer case on 4x4 models (standard on Crew Cab 4x4) - Chromed stainless steel tubular running boards

-

S

-

-

Pickup box tonneau cover - soft or hard cover design; not available with Sportside box (dealer installed accessory)

O

O

O

-

Running boards - black, contoured (not available Crew Cab)

O

O

O

-

Side steps - tubular design, chrome or black finish (dealer installed accessory)

O

O

O

-

Skid plates - off-road, standard with Z71 suspension (4x4 only)

O

O

O

-

Tow hooks - two front (all models)

S

S

S

S

Wheels - 17" Silver painted steel wheel with centre cap (1500 models)

S

-

-

-

Wheels - 17" Chrome steel wheel with chrome centre cap (1500 models)

O

S

-

-

Wheels - 17" 5-spoke aluminum (1500 Extended and Crew Cab models)

-

O

S

-

Wheels - 20" Sport aluminum (also available in chrome finish)

-

-

-

S

Wheels - 16" polished forged aluminum (1500HD/2500/2500HD models)

O

O

S

-

Wheels - 16" silver painted steel with centre cap. LS/LT add chrome centre cap. (3500 single rear wheel models)

S

S

S

-

Wheels - 16" silver painted steel with centre cap. LS/LT add chrome trim rings and centre cap. (3500 dual rear wheel models)

S

S

S

-


INTERIOR FEATURES

1500
Base

1500
LS

1500
LT

1500
SS

Air conditioning - dual-zone, manual climate control (standard on Base Ext. Cab)

O

S

-

-

Air conditioning - dual-zone, automatic climate control

-

O

S

S

Console - mini overhead

-

S

S

S

Cruise control - electronic with resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features

O

S

S

S

Cupholders - dual

S

S

S

S

Defogger - electric, rear-window

O

S

S

S

Driver Information Centre - includes multi-language with trip functions, displays vital vehicle functions with both visual and audible reminders/warnings

S

S

S

S

Floor covering - black vinyl (not available with Crew Cab)

S

O

-

-

Floor covering - colour-keyed carpet and removable vinyl floor mats (includes rear in Ext. and Crew Cabs)

O

S

S

S

Instrumentation - analogue including speedometer, tachometer, voltmeter, coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel gauge, odometer, trip odometer and engine hour meter

S

S

S

S

Mirror - rear-view, electrochromic auto-dimming with compass and exterior temperature readouts

-

S

S

S

Package - Entertainment: includes rear-seat overhead fold-down 178 mm (7 in.) LCD colour monitor, DVD player, video camera and video game input (RCA) jacks, rear-seat audio controls and 2 sets of wireless headphones (Crew Cab)

-

O

O

-

Package - Smoker's: includes lighter and ashtray (standard with bench seating)

S

O

O

S

Personalization features - programs many comfort and convenience features using the steering wheel controls, including automatic locking/unlocking, seat position recall, perimeter lighting, exit lighting, remote lock/unlock feedback and reverse tilt of exterior mirrors

-

-

S

S

Power outlet - one auxiliary, 12-volt, in addition to cigarette lighter receptacle

S

S

S

S

Steering column - tilt adjustable

S

S

S

S

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped, 4-spoke sport design

-

S

S

S

Stowage box - under rear seat, Ext. Cab only (dealer installed accessory)

O

O

O

O

Sunroof - power, with express-open and wind deflector (available on Ext. and Crew Cab models only; requires optional bucket seats on LS models. Includes HomeLink transmitter)

-

O

O

-

Sunshades - LH and RH padded colour-keyed cloth with extenders; LH with pocket, RH with visor mirror

S

S

S

S

Windows - rear, manual sliding (deletes rear-window defogger)

O

O

O

O

Windows - power, driver's side express-down and lock-out feature

-

S

S

S


SEATS

1500
Base

1500
LS

1500
LT

1500
SS

Front, 40/20/40 split-bench with manual driver's side recliner - vinyl or cloth trim

S

-

-

-

Front, Custom cloth, 40/20/40 split-bench with manual recliners and centre armrest/storage; Extended and Crew Cab also include seatback storage pockets

O

S

-

-

Custom cloth front high-back bucket seats with driver 6-way power seat adjuster, manual recliners, driver and front passenger-side inboard armrests; includes seatback storage pockets and centre floor console in Extended and Crew Cab (not available on Reg. Cab); requires up-level stereo

-

O

-

-

Full-feature front high-back bucket seats with heated leather seat inserts, driver's side two-position memory controls and driver and front passenger-side 10-way power seatadjusters including power lumbar supports, seatback recliners and bolsters; includes driver and front passenger-side inboard armrests, seatback storage pockets and floor console

-

-

S

S

Driver's 6-way power seat adjuster on 40/20/40 split-bench seat

-

O

-

-

Front, leather seat inserts (Extended and Crew Cab); requires optional bucket seats

-

O

S

S

Head restraints, adjustable on all outboard seats

S

S

S

S

Rear, fold-up seat in Extended Cab (rear seats are vinyl in LT models and LS models with available leather seat inserts)

S

S

S

S

Rear, 40/60 split fold-down seat in Crew Cab (rear seats are vinyl in LT models and LS models with available leather seat inserts)

-

S

S

-


SOUND SYSTEMS

1500
Base

1500
LS

1500
LT

1500
SS

AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, digital clock and 4 speakers

S

-

-

-

AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, CD player, Radio Data System (RDS), auto tone control, digital clock and 6 speakers (includes 4 speakers in Base models)

O

S

-

-

AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, cassette tape and CD player, Radio Data System (RDS), auto tone control, digital clock and 6 speakers (Bose premium speakers included with bucket seats)

-

O

O

-

AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, 6-disc CD changer, Radio Data System (RDS), auto tone control, digital clock and 6 Bose premium speakers

-

O

S

S

Steering wheel audio controls

-

O

S

S

Rear-seat audio controls (Crew Cab)

-

S

S

-


MECHANICAL

1500
Base

1500
LS

1500
LT

1500
SS

Brakes - power, front disc/rear drum with 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

S

S

S

-

Brakes - power, 4-wheel disc with anti-lock braking system (ABS) on models with available Quadrasteer, 1500HD, SS and Hybrid models

-

S

S

S

Engine - Vortec 4300 V6 (1500 models)

S

-

-

-

Engine - Vortec 4800 V8 (1500 models)

O

S

S

-

Engine - Vortec 5300 V8 (1500 models)

O

O

O

-

Engine - Vortec 6000 V8 (high output 345 hp)

-

-

-

S

Engine - Vortec 6000 V8, 300 hp (1500HD/2500HD/3500 models)

S

S

S

-

Engine - Vortec 8100 V8 (2500HD/3500 models)

O

O

O

-

Engine - Duramax 6600 V8 Turbo Diesel (2500HD/3500 models)

O

O

O

-

Engine block heater

S

S

S

S

Exhaust system - aluminized stainless steel muffler and tailpipe

S

S

S

S

Locking differential (standard on LS and LT 4x4s)

O

O

O

S

Package - Quadrasteer: 4-wheel steering with mode selector switch on instrument panel, roof marker lights, special rear flared fenders with marker lights, limited-slip differential and Ride Control suspension (available on 1500 Extended Cab Standard box 4x4 and 1500HD Crew Cab models)

-

O

O

-

Package - Trailering Special Equipment: heavy-duty, includes weight-distributing platform trailer hitch receiver, 8-lead wiring harness with a 7-pin sealed connector (includes 7-pin to 4-pin adapter and trailer brake control harness), heavy-duty transmission cooler and high-capacity air cleaner (if not already equipped)

O

O

O

O

Package - Vortec 5300 V8 Hauler: LS Regular and LS/LT Extended Cab 2WD models with Fleetside Standard or Long Box - Vortec 5300 V8 with 295 hp (standard on LS Extended Cab Long box and LT models; Extended Cab models feature the aluminum block Vortec 5300 V8 with 310 hp) - Trailering Special Equipment Package - Locking rear differential - ZX3 Ride Control Suspension

-

O

O

-

Package - Vortec 5300 V8 Hauler: LS/LT Crew Cab 2WD models with Fleetside Short Box - Trailering Special Equipment Package - Locking rear differential

-

O

O

-

Package - Vortec 5300 V8 Off-Road: LS Regular and LS/LT Extended Cab 4x4 models with Fleetside Standard or Long Box - Vortec 5300 V8 with 295 hp (standard on LS Extended Cab Long box and LT models; Extended Cab models feature the aluminum block Vortec 5300 V8 with 310 hp) - Trailering Special Equipment Package - Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package- Autotrac 4x4 transfer case (standard in LT and up-level LS Extended Cab models)

-

O

O

-

Package - Vortec 5300 V8 Off-Road: LS/LT Crew Cab 4x4 models with Fleetside Short Box - Trailering Special Equipment Package - Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package

-

O

O

-

Spare tire carrier - rear underbody, winch-mounted with lock

S

S

S

S

Steering - power, rack-and-pinion on 1500 series 2WD models

S

S

S

S

Steering - power, recirculating ball on all other models

S

S

S

S

Tires - 17" wheels with size ranges from P245/70R17 up to P265/70R17 all-season blackwalls (except SS, 1500HD and Hybrid models)

S

S

S

-

Transfer case (4x4 models) - lever-operated 2-speed manual

S

S

-

-

Transfer case (4x4 models) - Autotrac with electronic push-button controls (standard on LS Crew Cab)

-

O

S

-

Transmission - 5-speed manual with overdrive (Base Reg. Cab Standard Box only)

S

-

-

-

Transmission - 4-speed automatic with overdrive and Tow/Haul mode

S

S

S

S


SAFETY AND SECURITY

1500
Base

1500
LS

1500
LT

1500
SS

Air bags - dual-stage, driver and front passenger-side, frontal. Includes Passenger Sensing System with automatic air bag suppression (1500 models only)

S

S

S

S

Air bags - single-stage, driver and front-passenger, frontal (1500HD models only)

-

S

S

S

Brake/transmission shift interlock (automatic transmission only)

S

S

S

S

Door locks - power, programmable with lock-out protection

O

S

S

S

Headlights - Daytime Running Lights with automatic light control

S

S

S

S

Keyless entry system - remote, programmable with Panic alarm

-

S

S

S

OnStar In-Vehicle Communications and Assistance Service - includes one-year Safe & Sound plan

-

O

S

S

Safety restraints - LATCH (Lower Anchors and top Tethers for Children) - Ext. and Crew Cab only

S

S

S

S

Theft-deterrent system - PASSLock

S

S

S

S

Traction assist - electronic, 2WD models (availability varies based on equipment)

O

O

O

-

S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.


SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

Models:

Chevrolet Silverado 1500, including 1500 Hybrid, 1500HD and 2500

Regular Cab Fleetside / Sportside Short Box, 2WD and 4WD: Base & LS

Regular Cab Fleetside Longbox, 2WD and 4WD: Base & LS

Extended Cab Fleetside/Sportside Short Box, 2WD and 4WD: Base, LS & LT

Extended Cab Fleetside Long Box, 2WD & 4WD: Base LS & LT

Crew Cab Fleetside Short Box, 2WD & 4WD, LS & LT

Body style / driveline:

2/3 passenger Regular Cab, 5/6 passenger Crew Cab or 5/6 passenger Extended Cab, 2- and 4-wheel-drive pickup

Construction:

body on frame

EPA vehicle class:

full-size truck

Manufacturing location:

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Pontiac, Michigan

Key competitors:

Ford F-Series Pickup, Dodge Ram Pickup, Toyota Tundra Pickup, Nissan Titan Pickup

Engines

Vortec 4300 4.3L V-6 (LU3)

Vortec 4800 4.8L V-8 (LR4)

Vortec 5300 5.3L V-8 (LM7) including Hybrid model

Vortec 5300    5.3L V-8 (L33)

Type:

4.3L V-6

4.8L V-8

5.3L V-8

5.3L V-8 

Displacement
(cu in / cc):

262 / 4300

293 / 4807

325 / 5328

325 / 5328

Bore & stroke
(in / mm):

4 x 3.48 / 101.6 x 88

3.78 x 3.27 / 96.01 x 83

3.78 x 3.62 / 96.01 x 92

3.78 x 3.62 /  96.01 x 92

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

aluminum with iron cylinder sleeves 

Cylinder head material:

cast iron

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

direct composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.2:1

9.5:1

9.5:1

9.5:1

Horsepower
(hp / kw @ rpm):

195 / 145 @ 4600

285 / 201 @ 5200

295 / 220 @ 5200

310 / 231 @    5200

Torque
(lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

260 / 353 @ 2800

295 / 398 @ 4000

335 / 463 @ 4000

335 / 463 @    4000

Recommended fuel:

87 octane

87 octane

87 octane

87 octane

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

  Manual:

5600

5600

5600

5600

  Automatic:

5600

6000

6000

6000

Emissions controls:

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

Engines (Continued)

Vortec 5300
5.3L V-8 (L59)  Flexible Fuel

Vortec 6000    
6.0L V-8 (LQ4)  

Vortec 6000
6.0L V-8 (LQ9) 
(Silverado SS)

Type:

5.3L V-8

6.0L V-8

6.0L V-8 

Displacement
(cu in / cc):

325 / 5328

364 / 5967

364 / 5967

Bore & stroke
(in / mm):

3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92

4 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92

4 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

Cylinder head material:

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum- tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.5:1

9.4:1

10:1

Horsepower
(hp / kw @ rpm):

295 / 220 @ 5200

300 / 224 @ 4400

345 / 257 @ 5200

Torque
(lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

335 / 463 @ 4000

360 / 488 @ 4000

375 / 508 @ 4000

Recommended fuel:

87 octane or E85 (Ethanol)

87 octane

87 octane (premium recommended but not required)

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

  Manual:

5600

5600

5600

  Automatic:

6000

5600

5600

Emissions controls:

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

 

C1500 Series (2WD)

K1500 Series (4WD)

Estimated fuel economy:

   
 

C1500 Series - 4.3L (2WD)

K1500 Series - 4.3L (4WD)

MPG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:
manual:

16 / 20 / 18
17 / 23 / 20

automatic:
manual:

16 / 20 / 18
15 / 18 / 16

MPIG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:
manual:

19 / 27 / 22
18 / 27 / 21

automatic:
manual:

16 / 22 / 19
18 / 25 / 21

L/100km
(city / hwy / comb.)

automatic:
manual:

14.7 / 10.3 / 12.8
15.7 / 10.3 / 13.3

automatic:
manual:

17.3 / 12.6 / 15.2
15.9 / 11.1 / 13.7

 

C1500 Series - 4.8L (2WD)

K1500 Series - 4.8L (4WD)

MPG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:
manual:

16 / 21 /18
16 / 20 / 18

automatic:
manual:

15 / 18 / 16
15 / 19 / 17

MPIG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:
manual:

20 / 27 / 23
19 / 27 / 22

automatic:
manual:

19 / 25 / 21
17 / 25 / 20

L/100km
(city / hwy / comb.)

automatic:
manual:

14.3 / 10.4 / 12.5
15.0 / 10.3 / 12.9

automatic:
manual:

15.1 / 11.1 / 13.3
16.7 / 11.3 / 14.2

 

C1500 Series - 5.3L (2WD)

K1500 Series - 5.3L (4WD)

MPG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:

16 / 21 / 18

automatic:

15 / 18 / 16

MPIG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:
flexible fuel:
flex. fuel E85:

19 / 27 / 22
19 / 27 / 22
14 / 21 / 17

automatic:
flexible fuel:
flex. fuel E85:

18 / 24 / 20
17 / 23 / 19
13 / 18 / 15

L/100km
(city / hwy / comb.)

automatic:
flexible fuel:
flex. fuel E85:

15.0 / 10.6 / 13.0
14.8 / 10.3 / 12.8
19.6 / 13.6 / 16.9

automatic:
flexible fuel:
flex. fuel E85:

15.8 / 11.6 / 13.9
16.5 / 12.1 / 14.5
21.1 / 15.4 / 18.5

   C1500 Series -6.0L (2WD)

Silverado SS - 6.0L (AWD)

MPG
(city / hwy / combined)

   

automatic:

12 / 16 / 14

MPIG
(city / hwy / combined)

automatic:

 17 / 23 / 19

automatic:

14 / 19 / 16

L/100km
(city / hwy / comb.)

automatic:

 16.5 / 12.1 / 14.5

automatic:

19.9 / 14.8 / 17.6

Transmissions

NV3500
(MG5)

NV4500
(MW3)

Hydra-Matic 4L60-E

Hydra-Matic 4L80-E

Type:

5-speed manual

5-speed manual

4-speed automatic

4-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1):

First:

4.02

5.61

3.06

2.48

Second:

2.32

3.04

1.63

1.48

Third:

1.40

1.67

1.00

1.00

Fourth:

1.00

1.00

0.70

0.75

Fifth:

0.73

0.75

Reverse:

3.55

5.04

2.29

2.08

Final drive ratio:

3.08

3.42

3.08

3.42

3.42

3.73

3.42

3.73

3.73

4.10

3.73

4.10

4.10

4.10

Chassis/Suspension

Front:

1500 4WD, 2500: independent with computer-selected torsion bars, 28.6-mm stabilizer bar

1500 2WD: computer-selected coil springs; gas-pressurized shocks; 31.8-mm stabilizer bar

Rear:

solid axle with semi-elliptic, variable-rate, two-stage multileaf springs; gas-pressurized shocks

Traction control:

2WD only

Steering type

  1500 4WD & 2500:

power recirculating ball

  1500 2WD:

power rack-and-pinion

  With Quadrasteer four-wheel steering:

front: hydraulic power, recirculating ball; rear: electrically powered (system also uses front steering-wheel position sensor, steerable solid hypoid rear axle, electric motor-drive actuator and control unit)

Steering ratio:

14.2:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):

  Ext. Cab Short Box with Quadrasteer:

37.4 / 11.4

  2WD Reg. Cab Short Box:

40.1 / 12.2

  2WD Ext. Cab Short Box:

46.6 / 14.2

  4WD Ext. Cab Short Box:

47.3 / 14.4

  2WD 1500 Crew Cab Short Box

46.6 / 14.2

  4WD 1500 Crew Cab Short Box

47.3 / 14.4

  2WD 2500 Crew Cab Short Box

49.6 / 15.1

  4WD 2500 Crew Cab Short Box

49.6 / 15.1

Brakes

Type:

(all) vacuum booster, power, 4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS, DRP

Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm)

1500 up to 6400 GVWR:

front: 12.01 x 1.14 / 305 x 29; rear: 12.8 x 0.78 / 325 x 20

1500 with Quadrasteer:

front: 12.01 x 1.14 / 305 x 29; rear: 13 x 1.18  / 330 x 30

1500 HD, 1500 HD with Quadrasteer, 2500:

front: 12.8 x 1.5 / 325 x 38; rear: 1300 x 1.14 / 330 x 29

Total swept area (sq in / sq cm)

1500 up to 6400 GVWR:

front: 213.6 / 1378; rear: 211.1 / 1362

1500 with Quadrasteer:

front: 213.6 / 1378; rear: 223.7 / 1443

1500HD, 1500HD with Quadrasteer, 2500:

front: 245.5 / 1584; rear: 236.5 / 1526

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size & type:

Work Truck

6-lug 17-inch x 7.5-inch painted steel (std)

2WD Reg and Ext cab, 2WD/4WD Crew Cab:

6-lug 17-inch x 7.5-inch chrome-style steel (std w/YE9, opt w/o YE9, opt with Quadrasteer)

6-lug 16-inch x 6.5-inch chrome-style steel (std w/ Quadrasteer)

6-lug 16-inch x 7-inch cast alum (opt with Quadrasteer)

6-lug 17-inch x 7-inch cast alum (opt on all)

6-lug 20-inch x 8.5-inch chrome alum (std w/B4V)

6-lug 20-inch x 8.5-inch chrome alum (std w/Silverado SS)

1500HD:

8-lug 16-inch x 6.5-inch chrome-style steel (std)

8-lug 16-inch x 6.5-inch cast alum (opt)

Tires:

   2WD:

P245/70R17-108S all-season blackwall (std)

P245/70R17-108S all-season white-outlined letter (opt)

P275/55R20-111S touring blackwall (std w/B4V)

P235/75R16-106S all-season blackwall (std w/PHT)

P235/75R16-106S all-season white-outlined letter (opt w/PHT)

   4WD (Reg/Ext. Cab):

P265/70R17-113S, all-season blackwall (std)

P265/70R17-113S, all-season, white outlined-letter (opt)

P265/70R17-113S, on-off road blackwall (opt)

P265/70R17-113S, on-off road white outlined letter (opt)

P245/55R20-111S, touring blackwall (std w/Silverado SS)

P245/75R20-109S, all season blackwall (std w/PHT)

P245/75R20-109S, all season white outlined letter (opt w/PHT)

   4WD Crew Cab:

P265/70R17-113S all-season blackwall (std)

P265/70R17-113S all-season white-outlined letter (opt)

   1500HD 2WD/4WD:

LT245/75R16E-120S all season blackwall (opt)

LT245/75R16E-120S on-off road blackwall (opt)

   4WD Ext. Cab w/Quadrasteer:

P245/75R16-109S all-season blackwall (std)

P245/75R16-109S all-season white outlined letter (opt)

P265/75R16-109S all-terrain, blackwall (opt)

P265/75R16-109S all-terrain, white outlined letter (opt)

LT245/75R16C-108R on-off road blackwall (opt)

LT245/75R16C-108R on-off road white outlined letter (opt)

Dimensions

Exterior

Standard Box

Long Box

Standard Box

Long Box

1500 Short Box

2500 Standard Box

Regular Cab

Regular Cab

Extended Cab

Extended Cab

Crew Cab

Crew Cab

Wheelbase (in / mm):

119 / 3023

133 / 3378

143.5 / 3644

157.5 / 4000

143.5 / 3644

153 / 3886

Overall length (in / mm):

203.2 / 5161

222 / 5644

227.6 / 5781

246.6 / 6264

225.9 / 5735

237.2 / 6025

Overall width (in / mm)

  Base/fleet:

78.5 / 1994

78.5 / 1994

78.5 / 1994

78.5 / 1994

78.5 / 1994

79.7 / 2024

  With YE9 package opt mirrors folded:

81.5 / 2070

81.5 / 2070

81.5 / 2070

81.5 / 2070

-

81.5 / 2070

  With YE9 package opt mirrors extended:

93.1 / 2363

93.1 / 2363

93.1 / 2363

93.1 / 2363

-

93.1 / 2363

  Quadrasteer models w/YE9 opt mirrors       folded:

-

-

83.5 / 2103

-

-

83.5 / 2103

Overall height (in / mm)

2WD:

71.2 / 1808

71 / 1803

71.2 / 1808

70.8 / 1798

72.6 / 184

77 / 1956

4WD:

73.8 / 1875

73.7 / 1872

73.9 / 1877

73.7 / 1872

75 / 190

77.3 / 1963

Track (in / mm)

All except Quadrasteer models

 Front:

65 / 1651

65 / 1651

65 / 1651

65 / 1651

65 / 1651

68.6 / 1899

 Rear

66 / 1676

66 / 1676

66 / 1676

66 / 1676

66 / 1676

66 / 1676

   Quadrasteer models

     Front:

-

-

65 / 1651

-

-

65 / 1651

     Rear:

-

-

71 / 1804

-

-

71 / 1804

Min. ground clearance
(in / mm):

2WD:

8 / 203.2

8 / 203.2

8 / 203.2

8 / 203.2

8.1 / 205

9.1 / 230

4WD:

8.4 / 213

8.4 / 213

8.7 / 221

8.4 / 213

8.7 / 220

10.6 / 269

Ground to top of load floor (in / mm):

2WD:

31.6 / 803

31.6 / 803

31.6 / 803

31.6 / 803

31.6 / 803

-

4WD:

33.7 / 856

33.7 / 856

33.7 / 856

33.7 / 856

33.7 / 856

-

Step-in height:

2WD:

19 / 482

19 / 482

19 / 482

19 / 482

19 / 482

24.6 / 624.8

4WD:

21.3 / 540

21.3 / 540

21.3 / 540

21.3 / 540

21.3 / 540

25.1 / 637.5

Approach angle (deg):

25.4

25.4

25.4

25.4

2WD: 27.2; 4WD: 31.1

-

Breakover angle (deg):

12.4

12.4

12.4

12.4

2WD: 17.2; 4WD: 20.7

-

Departure angle (deg):

27.5

27.5

27.5

27.5

2WD: 29.8; 4WD: 31.9

-


GVWR
(lb / kg)

Curb Weight
(lb / kg)

Payload
(lb / kg)

Weight Distribution
(% front / rear)

2WD pickups*:

C15703 Reg. Cab Stand. Box:

6100 / 2767

4225 / 1916

1875 / 850

57 / 43

C15753 Ext. Cab Stand. Box:

6200 / 2812

4617 / 2094

1583 / 718

57 / 43

C15743 Crew Cab Short Box:

7000 / 3175 

4986 / 2262

1814 / 823

57 / 43

C15903 Reg. Cab Long Box:

6400 / 2903

4360 / 1978

2040 / 925

57 / 43

C15953 Ext. Cab Long Box:

6400 / 2903

4886 / 2216

1514 / 687

59 / 41

C25743 1500HD Crew Cab Short Box

8600 / 3901

5527 / 2507

3073 / 1394

TBD

4WD pickups*:

K15703 Reg. Cab Stand. Box:

6400 / 2903

4523 / 2052

1877 / 851

58 / 42

K15753 Ext. Cab Stand. Box:

6400 / 2903

5008 / 2272

1392 / 631

60 / 40

K15743 Crew Cab Short Box:

6800 / 3084

5299 / 2404

1701 / 772

60 / 40

K15903 Reg. Cab Long Box:

6400 / 2903

4661 / 2114

1739 / 789

59 / 41

K2500 Ext. Cab Long Box:

6400 / 2903

5185 / 2352

1215 / 551

60 / 40

Silverado SS:

6499 / 2903

5013 / 2274

1787 / 811

TBD

K25743 1500HD Crew Cab Short Box:

8600 / 3901

5834 / 2646

2766 / 1255

59 / 41

Cargo box

Short Box Sportside

Std.  Box Fleetside

Long Box Fleetside

Short Box (1500 Crew Cab)

Cargo volume (cu ft / L):

43.5 / 1231.7

56.9 / 1611

70.7 / 2002

49.6 / 1405

Length at floor (in / mm):

78.6 / 1996

78.7 / 1999

97.6 / 2479

68.5 / 1740

Width at floor (in / mm):

49.1 / 1247

64.8 / 1646

64.8 / 1646

60.2 / 1529

Width at top (in / mm):

49.1 / 1247

61.9 / 1572

61.9 / 1572

61.9 / 1572

Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):

50 / 1270

50 / 1270

50 / 1270

50 / 1270

Tailgate width (in / mm):

49.1 / 1247

63.8 / 1621

63.8 / 1621

60.6 / 1539

Inside height (in / mm):

19.7 / 500

19.5 / 495

19.5 / 495

19.5 / 495

Interior

Regular Cab

Extended Cab, Front

Extended Cab, Rear

1500 Crew Cab, Front

1500 Crew Cab, Rear

2500 Crew Cab, Front

2500 Crew Cab, Rear

Head room (in / mm):

41 / 1041

41 / 1041

38.4 / 975

40.7 / 1033

40.2 / 102.1

41.1 / 1044

39.9 / 1013

Leg room (in / mm):

41.3 / 1049

41.3 / 1049

33.7 / 856

41.3 / 1049

39.1 / 993

41.3 / 1049

38.8 / 990

Shoulder room (in / mm):

65.2 / 1656

65.2 / 1656

66.3 / 1684

65.2 / 1656

65.1 / 1653

65.2 / 1656

65.1 / 1661

Hip room (in / mm):

61.4 / 1560

61.4 / 1560

61.5 / 1562

61.4 / 1560

62.9 / 1598

61.4 / 1560

62.9 /  1598

Capacities

Std. Box

Long Box

Std. Box

Long Box

Short Box

Regular Cab

Regular Cab

Extended Cab

Extended Cab

Crew Cab

Seating:

2 / 3

2 / 3

5 / 6

5 / 6

5 / 6

Fuel tank (gal / L):

26 / 98.4

34 / 128.7

26 / 98.4

34 / 128.7

26 / 98.4

Vortec 4300

Vortec 4800

Vortec 5300

Vortec 6000

Engine oil (qt / L):

4.5 / 4.3

6 / 5.7

6 / 5.7

6 / 5.7

Cooling system (qt / L)

Manual trans:

12.9 / 12.2

13.7 / 13

13.4 / 12.7

15.2 / 14.4

Automatic trans:

12.6 / 11.9

13.4 / 12.7

14.9 / 14.1

14.4 / 13.6

Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg)

Vortec 4300 (LU3):

4100 / 1860 with man. trans., ball hitch and 3.73 axle                                5100 / 2313 with auto. trans., ball hitch and 3.73 axle                         

Vortec 4800 (LR4):

6000 / 2722 with man. trans., ball hitch and 4.10 axle                                8000 / 3629 with auto. trans., ball hitch and 4.10 axle                                7900 / 3583 with auto. trans., 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 4.10 axle

Vortec 5300 (LM7):

9000 / 4082 with auto. trans., ball hitch and 4.10 axle                                8300 / 3765 with auto. trans., 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 3.73 axle

Vortec 5300 (L33):

9000 / 4082 with auto. trans., ball hitch and 4.10 axle                                8300 / 3765 with auto. trans., 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 3.73 axle

Vortec 6000 (Silverado SS):

8100 / 3674 with auto. trans., and ball hitch and 4.10 axle

Vortec 6000 (1500HD):

10200 / 4627 with auto. trans., ball hitch, 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 4.10 axle  

* 2WD/4WD 1500 Series models limited to 5,000-pound (2,250-kg) trailer ratings unless equipped with Z85 Increased Capacity or ZX3 Manual Select Damping or Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package. Z82 Heavy Duty Trailering Package includes trailer hitch platform, trailer electrical connector and suspension upgrade, if necessary.

Note: Information shown is current at time of publication. Please visit our GM Media web site at http://media.gm.com for updates.

SILVERADO HEAVY DUTY SPECIFICATIONS

 Overview

Models:

Chevy Silverado

2500HD, 3500 Reg. Cab, Fleetside, Long Box-Standard and LS

2500HD Ext. Cab, Fleetside, Short Box-Standard LS and LT

2500HD, 3500 Ext. Cab, Fleetside, Long Box-Standard, LS and LT

Crew Cab, Fleetside, Short Box-Standard, LS and LT

Crew Cab, Fleetside, Long Box-Standard, LS and LT

Chassis Cab

Body style / driveline:

2/3 passenger Regular Cab or 5/6 passenger Extended Cab,

5-6-passenger Crew Cab

3/4- and 1-ton, 2- and 4-wheel-drive heavy-duty pickup

Construction:

body on frame

EPA vehicle class:

full-size truck

Manufacturing location:

Fort Wayne, Indiana; Pontiac, Michigan; Flint, Michigan

Key competitors:

Ford Superduty Series Pickup, Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Pickup

Engines

Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8 (LQ4)

Vortec 8100 8.1L V-8 (L18)

Duramax 6600 6.6L V-8 (LB7)

Type:

6.0L V-8

8.1L V-8

6.6L V-8

Displacement (cu in / cc):

364 / 5967

496 / 8128

403 / 6599

Bore & stroke (in / mm):

4 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92

4.25 x 4.37 / 107.9 x 111

4.06 x 3.9 / 103 x 99

Block material:

cast iron

cast iron

cast iron

Cylinder head material:

cast aluminum

cast iron

cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

OHV

OHV

OHV

Ignition system:

coil-near-plug, platinum- tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

coil-near-plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

compression, glow plug start aid; low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

sequential fuel injection

sequential fuel injection

direct injection diesel with high pressure common rail

Compression ratio:

9.4:1

9.1:1

17.5:1

Horsepower (hp / kw @ rpm):

300 / 224 @ 4400

330 / 246 @ 4200  (L18)

310 / 231 @ 3000 (auto trans)

325 / 242 @ 4000 (MD L18 with LRW option)

300 / 224 @ 3000 (man trans)

295 / 220 @ 3600 (MD L18 with LRZ option)

225 / 168 @ 3600 (MD L18 with LQR option)

Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

360 / 488 @ 4000

450/ 610 @ 3200 (L18)

605 / 820 @ 1600 (auto trans)

450 / 610 @ 2800 (MD L18 with LRW option)

520 / 705 @ 1800 (man trans)

440 / 597 @ 3200 (MD L18 with LRZ option)

350 / 475 @ 1200 (MD L18 with LQR option)

Recommended fuel:

87 octane

87 octane

diesel

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

manual: 5600

manual: 5000

3250

auto: 5600

auto: 4000

Emissions controls:

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

turbocharged, intercooled, catalytic converter system

Transmissions

Hydra-Matic 4L80-E

NVG 3500 (MW3)

ZF S6-650 (ML6)

Allison 1000 (M74)

Type:

4-speed automatic

5-speed manual

6-speed manual

5-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1):

First:

2.48

5.61

5.79

3.10

Second:

1.48

3.04

3.31

1.81

Third:

1.00

1.67

2.10

1.41

Fourth:

0.75

1.00

1.31

1.00

Fifth:

0.75

1.00

0.71

Sixth:

0.76

Reverse:

2.08

5.61

5.23

4.49

Final drive ratio (with all transmissions):

Vortec 6000: 4.10 standard on all models

Vortec 8100: (opt) 3.73 or 4.10 on 2500HD; 4.10 std on 3500 Series

Duramax 6600: 3.73 ratio standard on all models

Chassis/Suspension

Front :

(all models) std long- and short-arm independent front torsion bar suspension

Rear

  2500HD Pickups:

  3500 Chassis Cabs:

semi-elliptic 2-stage multileaf spring

3-stage multileaf spring

Steering type:

integral power recirculating ball

Steering ratio:

24:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock

3.14

Regular Cab

Extended Cab

Crew Cab

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):

  2500HD Series single-wheel pickups:

2WD: 43.8 / 13.4

2WD: 46.8 / 14.3

2WD: 49.6 / 15.1

4WD: 43.8 / 13.4

4WD: 50.8 / 15.5

4WD: 49.6 / 15.1

  3500 Series dual-wheel pickups:

2WD: 43.7 / 13.3

2WD: 50.7 / 15.5

2WD: 53.5 / 16.3

4WD: 43.7 / 13.3

4WD: 50.7 / 15.5

4WD: 53.5 / 16.3

  3500 Series single-wheel pickups:

4WD: 43.8 / 13.4

4WD: 50.8 / 15.5

4WD: 49.6 / 15.1

Brakes

Type:

power, Hydroboost brake-apply system, 4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS

Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm):

front: 12.8 x 1.5 / 325 x 38; rear: 12.8 x 1.2 / 325 x 30

Total swept area (sq in / sq cm):

front: 245.5 / 1584; rear: 235.1 / 1517

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size and type:

8-bolt 16 x 6.5-inch steel wheels std; opt on 2500HD models: chrome center cap, chrome steel wheels with chrome center cap and polished forged aluminum wheels

Chassis Cab wheels redesigned to display more surface area and provide increased corrosion resistance (compared to previous designs)

Tires:

2500HD models: LT245/75R16E radials, with either all-season or on-/off-road design, depending on model

3500-Series: LT215/85R16-E highway or on-/off-road tires; tire size and inflation pressure geared to specific load ratings

Dimensions
Exterior

2500HD / 3500

Regular Cab

Long Box

2500HD Extended Cab Std. Box

2500HD / 3500 Extended Cab

Long Box

2500HD

Crew Cab Std. Box

2500HD / 3500

Crew Cab Long Box

Wheelbase (in / mm):

133 / 3378

143.5 / 3645

157.5 / 4001

153 / 3886

167 / 4242

Overall length
(in / mm):

2WD:

222.1 / 5641

227.7 / 5784

246.6 / 6264

237.3 / 6027

256.2 / 6507

4WD:

222.1 / 5641

246.6 / 6264

237.3 / 6027

256.2 / 6507

Overall width
(in / mm):

2WD:

79.7 / 2024

79.7 / 2024

79.7 / 2024

79.7 / 2024

79.7 / 2024

4WD:

96.1 / 2441

96.1 / 2441

79.7 / 2024

79.7 / 2024

Overall height:
(in / mm):

2WD:

2500HD: 76.2 / 1935

76.2 / 1935

2500HD: 76.2 / 1935

77 / 1956

2500HD: 77 / 1956

3500: 76.7 / 1948

3500: 76.3 / 1938

3500: 76.3 / 1938

4WD:

2500HD: 76.5 / 1943

76.5 / 1943

2500HD: 76.5 / 1943

77.4 / 1966

2500HD: 77 / 1956

3500: 76.7 / 1948

3500: 76.7 / 1948

3500: 76.7 / 1948

Track (in / mm):

Front:

68.6 / 1742

68.6 / 1742

68.6 / 1742

68.6 / 1742

68.6 / 1742

Rear:

2500HD: 66 / 1676

66 / 1676

2500HD: 66 / 1676

66 / 1676

2500HD: 66 / 1676

3500: 74.7 / 1897

3500: 74.7 / 1897

3500: 74.7 / 1897

Minimum ground clearance (in / mm):

2WD (front):

2500HD: 8.6 / 218.4

8.5 / 216

2500HD: 8.5 / 216

8.7 / 221

2500HD: 8.7 / 221

3500: 8.8 / 223.5

3500: 8.7 / 221

3500: 8.7 / 221

(rear):

2500HD: 7.5 / 190.5

7.4 / 188

2500HD: 7.4 / 188

7.4 / 188

2500HD: 7.6 / 193

3500: 7.6 / 193

3500: 7.5 / 190.4

3500: 7.6 / 193

4WD (front):

2500HD: 8.9 / 226.1

8.8 / 223.5

2500HD: 8.8 / 223.5

8.9 / 226.1

2500HD: 8.7 / 221

3500: 8.8 / 223.5

3500: 8.8 / 223.5

3500: 8.8 / 223.5

(rear):

2500HD: 7.5 / 190.5

7.4 / 188

2500HD: 7.4 / 188

7.4 / 188

2500HD: 7.6 / 193

3500: 7.6 / 193

3500: 7.6 / 193

3500: 7.6 / 193

Step-in height
(in / mm):

2WD:

2500HD: 24.9 / 632.5

24.4 / 619.8

2500HD: 24.4 / 619.8

24.6 / 624.8

2500HD: 24.6 / 624.8

3500: 25.4 / 645.2

3500: 24.9 / 632.5

3500: 24.9 / 632.5

4WD:

2500HD: 25.4 / 645.2

24.6 / 624.8

2500HD: 24.6 / 624.8

25.1 / 637.5

2500HD: 25.1 / 637.5

3500: 24.9 / 632.5

3500: 24.9 / 632.5

3500: 24.9 / 632.5

Crew Cab
Long Box

Crew Cab
Chassis Cab

Reg. Cab
Chassis Cab
DRW

Extended Cab
Chassis Cab
DRW

Wheelbase
(in / mm):

2WD:

167 / 4242

167 / 4242

137 / 3480

161.5 / 4102

4WD:

167 / 4242

167 / 4242

161.5 / 4102

185.5 / 4712

Overall length
(in / mm):

2WD:

256.2 / 6507

246.7 / 6266

225 / 5715

249.5 / 6637

4WD:

256.2 / 6507

246.7 / 6266

249.5 / 6637

273.5 / 6947

Overall width
(in / mm):

2WD:

79.7 / 2024

79.7 / 2024

94 / 2388

94 / 2388

4WD:

79.7 / 2024

94 / 2388

94 / 2388

94 / 2388

Overall height
(in / mm):

2WD:

2500HD:
77 / 1956

2500HD:
77 / 1956

76 / 1930

76 / 1930

3500:
77.3 / 1963

3500:
77.3 / 1963

4WD:

2500HD:
77 / 1956

2500HD:
77 / 1956

76 / 1930

76 / 1930

3500:
77.3 / 1963

3500:
77.3 / 1963

Step-in height
(in / mm):

2WD:

2500HD:
24.6 / 625

2500HD:
24.6 / 625

25 / 635

25 / 635

3500: 24.7 / 627

3500: 24.7 / 627

4WD:

2500HD:
25.1 / 638

2500HD:
25.1 / 638

25 / 635

25 / 635

3500: 24.8 / 630

3500: 24.8 / 630

GVWR (lb / kg)

Curb Weight
(lb / kg)

Payload (lb / kg)

Weight Distribution
(% front/rear)

2500HD Reg Cab, Long Box 2WD/4WD:

9200 / 4173

9200 / 4173

5177 / 2348

5437 / 2466

4023 / 1825

3763 / 1707

55 / 45

57 / 43

2500HD Ext Cab, Short Box 2WD/4WD:

9200 / 4173

9200 / 4173

5404 / 2451

5664 / 2569

3796 / 1722

3536 / 1604

56 / 44

58 / 42

2500HD Ext Cab, Long Box 2WD/4WD:

9200 / 4173

9200 / 4173

5561 / 2522

5846 / 2652

3639 / 1651

3354 / 1521

56 / 44

58 / 42

2500HD Crew Cab, Short Box  2WD/4WD:

9200 / 4173

9200 / 4173

5506 / 2497

5524 / 2506

3570 / 1619

3293 / 1494

57 / 43

59 / 41

2500HD Crew Cab, Long Box  2WD/4WD:

9200 / 4173

9200 / 4173

5768 / 2616

6049 / 2744

3432 / 1557

3151 / 1429

57 / 43

59 / 41

3500 Reg Cab, 4WD, dual rear wheels:

11400 / 5171

5903 / 6044

5497 / 2493

54 / 46

3500 Ext Cab, 4WD, single rear wheels:

9900 / 4491

6239 / 2830

3661 / 1661

53 / 47

3500 Ext Cab,  2WD/4WD, dual rear wheels:

11400 / 5171

11400 / 5171

6044 / 2742

6346 / 2879

5356 / 2429

5054 / 2292

54 / 46

53 / 47

3500 Crew Cab, 4WD, single rear wheels:

9900 / 4491

6094 / 2764

3806 / 1726

54 / 46

3500 Crew Cab, 2WD/4WD, dual rear wheels 

11400 / 5171

11400 / 5171

6245 / 2833

6546 / 2969

5155 / 2338

4854 / 2202

53 / 47

54 / 46

Cargo box

Long Box

Standard Box

Cargo volume (cu ft / L)

70.7 / 2002

56.9 / 1611

Length at floor (in / mm):

97.6 / 2479

78.7 / 1999

Width at floor (in / mm):

64.8 / 1646

64.8 / 1646

Opening width rear at top (in / mm):

61.9 / 1572

61.9 / 1572

Width between wheel housings (in / mm)

50 / 1270

50 / 1270

Inside height (in / mm)

19.5 / 495

19.5 / 495

Interior

Regular Cab

Extended Cab

Crew Cab

Head room (in / mm):

41 / 1041

front: 41 / 1041

front: 41 / 1041

rear: 38.4 / 975

rear: 39 / 991

Leg room (in / mm):

41.3 / 1049

front: 41.3 / 1049

front: 41.3 / 1049

rear: 33.7 / 856

rear: 39.1 / 993

Shoulder room (in / mm):

65.2 / 1656

front: 65.2 / 1656

front: 65.2 / 1656

rear: 66.3 / 1684

rear: 65.1 / 1654

Hip room (in / mm):

61.4 / 1560

front: 61.4 / 1560

front: 61.4 / 1560

rear: 61.5 / 1562

rear: 62.9 / 1598

Capacities

Fuel tank (gal / L):

standard box, all models (except diesel): 35.9 / 135.9;
long box, all models (plus all diesels): 34 / 128.7;
DRW chassis cab: 50 / 189.3

Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg):

2500HD with 6.0L V-8:

10,600 / 4808 with ball hitch, 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 4.10 axle

2500HD with 8.1L V-8:

12,000 / 5443 with ball hitch and 3.73 or 4.10 axle
16,200 / 7348 with 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 4.10 axle

2500 HD with Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel :

12,000 / 5443 with ball hitch and 3.73 axle
16,000 / 7258 with 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 3.73 axle

3500 with 6.0L V-8:

9,800 / 4,445 with ball hitch and 4.10 axle
10,000 / 4536 with 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 4.10 axle

3500 with 8.1L V-8:

12,000 / 5443 with ball hitch and 4.10 axle
15,600 / 7076 with 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 4.10 axle

3500 with Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel:

12,000 / 5,443 with ball hitch and 3.73 axle 
16,700 / 7575 with 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and 3.73 axle

Regular Cab

Extended Cab

Crew Cab

Seating:

2 / 3

5 / 6

5 / 6

Engine oil (qt / L):

6.0 / 5.7

6.0 / 5.7

9.3 / 9.8

Cooling system (qt / L):

  Man trans:

15.2 / 14.4

23.6 / 22.3

21.8 / 20.7

  Auto trans:

14.4 / 13.6

23.1 / 21.9

21.4 / 20.3


*For alternative-fuel vehicles, trailer tongue weight should be 10 to 15 percent of total-loaded trailer weight. On other models, trailer tongue weight should be 10 to 15 percent of total-loaded trailer weight up to 1,500 lb. (675 kg).  On all models, the base cooling system includes all content required to attain maximum trailering rating, and the Z82 Heavy Duty trailering package includes the trailer hitch platform and trailer electrical connector.

What transmission does a 2005 Z71 have?

Silverado SS, Z71 Off-Road Package -ft. (515 Nm) of torque. Bolted to a Hydra-Matic 4L85-E four-speed automatic overdrive transmission equipped with a 3.06 first gear and 0.70 final gear, this potent powertrain delivers both rapid acceleration and relaxed highway cruising.

What truck has the 4l60e transmission?

The 4L60-E is found in nearly every GM rear-wheel-drive application, including the C/K Truck, Sonoma, Jimmy, Tahoe, Yukon, Astro, Safari, Suburban, Bravada, Firebird, Camaro and Corvette.

What transmission does a 5.3 have?

In all applications, the engine is matched with GM's Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission. The 5.3L's balance of performance and efficiency is great airflow throughout.

Which Silverado transmission has problems?

The 2020 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra have a new Allison 10-Speed 10L1000 transmission that has exhibited issues allegedly caused by a faulty torque converter lockup mechanism. Many of the issues with the transmission have reportedly started when the truck has been on the road for between 10,000 and 20,000 miles.