Chevrolet Silverado 2014 Configuration guide

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2014/2015 VIA 1500 Extended
Range Crew Cab 4x4
Supplement to the 2014/2015 Chevrolet Silverado Owner’s Manual

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The information in this manual is intended as a
supplement to, not a replacement for, the Owner’s
Manual supplied with your vehicle. Please reference
both for proper vehicle operation.

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Contents
Supplement Use 4
Initial Drive Information 5
Regenerative Braking 6
Vapor Canister Purge 6
High Voltage Safety 7
General Safety Warnings 8
Warnings, Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
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Heating and Air Conditioning 11
4 Wheel Drive 12
Starting the Vehicle 12
Directional Selector Functions 13
Factors Aecting Performance 14
Charging 16
Charging Equipment 18
Optional Export Power 20
In Case of a Breakdown
or Emergency
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Service Checks 23
Tire Jack Lift Points 24
Gasoline Requirements 24
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, And Parts
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Capacities And Specifications 28
Fuse Box 29
Maintenance Schedule 31
Maintenance Records 32

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Purpose
The purpose of this vehicle guide is to
provide operating instructions for the
unique features of the 2014/2015 1500
Extended Range Electric Truck and
explanations and instructions for the
appropriate usage of the vehicle and
Export Power.
Reading and understanding this manual
is very important in the safe operation
of the vehicle. Text marked DANGER
informs the driver of hazards that could
result in injury or death. Text marked
CAUTION refers to hazards that also
cause various levels of danger.
Supplement Use Danger, Warnings,
and Cautions
Warning messages found on vehicle
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or
reduce them.
WARNING: This indicates a
hazard that could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION: This indicates a
hazard that could result in
damage to components.
A circle with a slash through it
is a safety symbol. It means
do not, do not do this, or do
not let this happen. Notice:
This means there is
something that could result in
property or vehicle damage.
This would not be covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.
Information about your vehicle can be
located using the Table of Contents in
the front of this manual. Find your topic
of interest from the list, and refer to the
page number where it can be found.
An Information list by subject matter is
located in the Index at the rear of the
manual.

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INITIAL DRIVE
INFORMATION
Electric Vehicle
Operating Modes
The Extended Range Electric Truck
has two modes for driving: Battery
Electric and Extended Range Electric.
In both modes, the vehicle is propelled
by the electric traction motor. The
traction motor uses electrical energy
from the high- voltage battery or
electrical energy generated from engine
operation to drive the wheels. The level
of performance is the same in either
mode.
Generator
Motor
Engine
Extended-Range Electric Mode
Extended Range
Electric Mode
When the battery charge falls to a
low level, approximately 20% SOC, the
vehicle switches to Extended Range
Electric Mode, and the gasoline-
powered internal combustion engine
will start automatically. The sound
of the engine may be heard during
operation. The engine is connected to
a generator which produces electricity
to propel the vehicle. The engine/
generator combination is known as an
APU.
Engine RPM does not correspond
directly to vehicle speed and
acceleration.
Generator
O
Battery Electric Mode
Motor
Engine
O
Battery Electric Mode
If the high voltage battery is fully
charged, the vehicle will operate using
the high voltage battery for an initial
period (as far as 40 miles). The engine
will not start until the battery reaches a
low level state of charge (SOC). During
this time, vehicle operation is quiet, no
fuel is used, and no tailpipe emissions
are produced.

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Engine/Generator
OFF or operating
Regenerative Braking Mode
Battery
Traction Motor/
Transmission
Regenerative
(Regen) Braking
Regenerative (Regen) braking enables
the traction motor to operate as a
generator when coasting or braking.
This provides energy to recharge the
high voltage battery. Both the hydraulic
brakes and drive motor provide braking.
The braking system is computer
controlled and blends the regenerative
braking with the conventional hydraulic
disc brakes to meet any requirements
for deceleration. In the event of a
controller problem, as with all hydraulic
assist vehicles, the brake pedal maybe
harder to push, and the stopping
distance may be longer.
Vapor Canister Purge
If the truck has been used in battery
electric mode or used such that the
engine has not started for 5 days, the
engine will automatically come on
when the vehicle is powered up or
after the battery is at or below 80% to
purge the vapor canister. The battery
will not charge above 90% if a canister
purge is required. The vehicle must
be driven for approximately 15 to 30
minutes (depending on driving cycle)
to purge the canister. Once the canister
is purged, the vehicle will return to the
programmed operating cycle.
Engine May Start
Automatically
The truck inverter/controller module
monitors vehicle information to
determine when the engine must run.
When the vehicle is turned on, the
engine may start under any of the
following conditions:
• WARNING: Engine may start
if the battery falls below
20% any time the key is on.
• Engine must run to purge the
vapor canister.

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HIGH VOLTAGE SAFETY
WARNING: The Extended
Range Electric Truck has a
standard 12V battery and a
high voltage battery. Only a
VIA Motors approved service
technician with the proper
knowledge and tools should
inspect, test, or replace the
high voltage battery.
See an authorized VIA dealer if the high
voltage battery needs service.
The 12 volt battery cables, located in
the engine compartment, are clearly
labeled. In emergency situations, first
responders can cut those cables to
disable the high voltage battery system.
All high voltage wiring is clad in orange
conduit. Operators of the truck should
not touch, cut, or disconnect the orange
colored high voltage cables under any
circumstances The high voltage cables
should only be handled by trained
technicians.
High voltage in event
of an accident
Airbag deployment, rollover, or high
voltage isolation fault may shut o
power to the drivetrain.
The first responder’s cut point can be found under the hood on the driver’s side.
First Responder’s
Emergency High
Voltage Cable
Cuto Point

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GENERAL SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING: Always apply the
parking brake and place the
vehicle into park before
exiting. Never leave the
ignition in the On position
without engaging park.
WARNING: Do not park over
materials that can burn. This
includes papers, leaves and
dry grass.
WARNING: Other safety
warnings are included in the
Owner’s Manual provided
with the vehicle. This
supplement includes only
warnings that pertain to the
vehicle’s electrical power
system.
IN THE EVENT OF
AN ACCIDENT
If the high voltage battery becomes
disabled after a crash, the system must
be reactivated by an approved VIA
Motors technician. Contact your closest
Authorized VIA servicing dealer for
repair.
Battery Replacement
There are two batteries in the vehicle.
The standard 12-volt battery and a high
voltage battery. To replace the 12-volt
battery, contact your dealer for the
proper replacement. Only VIA trained
technicians with the proper equipment
and training should test, inspect, or
replace the high voltage battery.
Battery Service
Do not attempt to service high voltage
components on your vehicle. Serious
injury, death or vehicle damage
may result. Service and repair of
high voltage components should be
performed by VIA approved technicians
with the proper equipment and training.
WARNING: Do not leave the
vehicle in neutral unattended
while it is running
WARNING: Do not leave the
vehicle with the propulsion
system on.
If the shift lever is not fully in P(Park)
with the parking brake firmly set, the
vehicle could move suddenly causing
the vehicle to roll. Serious personal
injury and damage to components can
result.
If you must leave the vehicle with the
propulsion system on for any reason,
first make sure the shift lever is in P
(Park) and the parking brake is firmly
set.

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NOTES

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Power kW Gauge
The Power gauge has a dual purpose.
It records power usage on the blue
scale and regenerative power (regen
charging) on the green scale. While
accelerating or driving, the blue scale
will show power usage. When coasting
or braking, the green scale will show
regen power recovery. Early braking and
light acceleration will result in the best
battery and fuel usage.
WARNING LIGHTS,
GAUGES, AND
INDICATORS
Generator kW Gauge
The Generator kW gauge shows
the output of the engine mounted
generator. It also shows high voltage
output during Export Power mode. The
output will vary based on demand.
System Overheating
This symbol indicates that a component in
the system (or multiple components) is/are
overheating/overheated. The performance
may be reduced automatically depending
on which component is overheating to
protect itself. If the issue persists, it may
be necessary to stop. This light comes
on when either the engine or one of the
electric power train components show an
over temp condition. It only comes on in
extreme conditions. The light also means
the vehicle should be serviced soon.
All other gauges operate as described in the owner’s manual.
Malfunction Indicator
The malfunction indicator lamp
illuminates (amber) when the truck is
placed in ON/RUN, as a bulb check to
show it is working. If it does not, have
the truck serviced by your VIA Motors
service provider. If the malfunction
indicator lamp illuminates for more
than 15 seconds on startup or while the
engine is running, this indicates that the
OBD II system has detected a problem,
and diagnosis and service might be
required.