What They Don't Want You To Know! - SILVERADO/SIERRA HIDDEN FEATURES!
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- Dealerships will never tell you every single feature your car comes with, so hopefully a couple of the ones that I have learned while I have had my truck can help you guys out!
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Wait till he finds out about the owners manual in the glovebox.
Kids dont read they Google
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lmaoo his mind will be blown. I bet he makes a video on that find.
A neat feature I’ve noticed on my 16’ 1500 LT;
if you use the hands free voice control system when the A/C is on, it steps down the blower fan speed to reduce cab noise during phone calls and voice commands/messages.
It does it on my 18 1500 also, can it be overridden? Gets pretty hot during a long call, THANKS
Just got a 17 1500 LT it does the same thing it's kinda weird
@@larrygaarder8234 while on the phone you can turn the fan back up at least in my 2018. just turn the knob back up as ur on the call
@@larrygaarder8234 it’s easily over-ridden in my ‘15 by manually turning the fan speed knob clockwise.
Does the same in my 2012 LTZ silverado also when I have incoming calls or making one
learning about that 3 prong fuse for always available 12v power was worth the watch alone.
So your saying it saves you in the long run
Same, I just liked the fact that it comes with spare fuses and a puler
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James White, I totally agree, I tried it yesterday and worked for me but the question is moving the fuse from factory setting doesn't affect anything else?
U can buy the cigarette lighter 3 12v with on/off switches for each one
There's also a cool feature with the power tailgate...if you have the function that is also power up the button works in the cab by holding it down, and if you just lift up on the tailgate about 1/4 of the way and let go it will close itself without holding any buttons
ive been selling Chevy's for over 3 years and I never knew I could switch the fuse like that. Great video
As a Chevy salesman I always make sure everyone knows about the settings then vehicle menu. Lots of cool stuff in there and not a lot of dealerships show their customers that stuff. My favorite is the auto lock after is doesn’t sense your key anymore. (LT and higher) it has to have push button and the proximity key. With that on, once you get like 5ft away it will auto lock the truck for you. Good video man!
How do you enable this?
@@kevinwillard6652 got to settings-> vehicle-> Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start. It’s down at the bottom of that menu and it is called passive door lock.
@@casey01494 Thanks!
CaseyD I have the 2022 Chevy RST Silverado. Share some hidden features. My salesman didn't that's for sure.
Hey how can I deactivate seat belt chime in a 2022 high country?
Good stuff but there's another work-around for the dash cam 12v power. Most of these newer models have 12v's that are always hot on the front board but if you connect the power source to the 12'v's from the center console/behind seat it's only hot when the trucks is on. Just another solution vs. moving the fuse.
Called my dealership service department for the 12v outlet question - they didn't know when I asked "Can I change my 12v outlet to turn off with ignition?" THANK YOU Robbie for the easy fix to move the fuse!
That was actually informative; Thanks Robbie.
Bringing it back to the old days!
Thanks for the outlet tip. I just got a dash cam for a work truck. Now I don’t have to remember to unplug it every day.
Turning off the traction control and stability control will help you if you ever get stuck in the snow. Those systems will fight you and keep you from spinning the tires to get unstuck.
My sales employee showed me the stability control hidden feature. He refered to it as "the donut button".
Yeah but can you disable the Stabilitrac or just the traction control? Mine, a 2011 only disabled traction control. My wife's car OTOH, also a 2011 but a Camaro allows you to turn off the traction control and by holding that button for 7 secs it shuts off the Stabilitrac which I did t even know cars had. THEN it's a donut machine.
@@MrNuthed we got a 19 Silverado does it work on them
@@jasonjr2500 yes, hold the button down for 6 seconds and it will disengage the Stabilitrak and traction control!
@@MrNuthed my 2016 disables Trac control with one click. If you click and hold it disables stabilitrak as well
It’s always a good day when you post a video!!! I love the content man! Keep doing you!!!
I didn’t know about the switched/constant 12V. Thanks! Also, with the windows down feature, I thought I liked it until I was working on a house one day, keys in my pocket, i leaned down and accidentally queued the windows to go down and I didn’t know it till way later. The dust from the construction site was all over my interior. Luckily, nothing got stolen. Cool feature, just not for me.
GREAT VIDEO MAN!! Straight to the point and you dont draw out the video love it.
Clear, concise, quick and very useful information, great video.
Great video brother, just purchased my first truck ever a '16 silverado lt w Z71. Gonna give it a try. Stay well. Happy trucking 🙏🏼💪🏼
If you release and quick press the unlock button again while the windows are rolling down you can stop it at any point you want. I stop my windows half way so my truck isn't completely open.
I bought this same truck last May and I didn’t notice that it didn’t have fog lights until a few weeks later. Thanks for sharing this video!
The Silverado finally broke the camel's back. After a 5th rear window leak and dealer saying 'not our problem', I let it go and got a 2020 1794 with 25k miles.
Bought the Chevy brand new in 2019. First year of new design and was awed by the styling and interior. It was lipstick on a pig. 1 week after I got it the infamous rear window leak appeared. 6 repair attempts and 2 yrs later, it was still leaking. The infotainment system was full of quirks and bugs, the transmission is all over the place trying to find the right gear, had a bad towing shake, and the tailgate wouldn't open reliably. Most dealer responses were 'cannot replicate'.
Driving: there's no comparison to driving the Silverado vs the Tundra. The Toyota has better handling, better throttle response, better transmission shifts, and more power. The Chevy felt huge even though it was a 1/2 ton. It drove like a pig. The steering ratio, body roll, and trans response were awful. The Tundra 'feels' way smaller than it is. The Chevy mpg wasn't all that either. 19 mpg with stock tires. Putting on 285 tires dropped the hwy mpg to 14.
Interior and infotainment: Tundra wins hands down. The 1794 trim is fantastic. Everyone who's ridden in the Tundra comments on the quality. The Chevy infotainment had so many bugs and quirks it almost wasn't worth using. Climate control regularly showed "Climate OFF" on the screen even though it was on, the radio would freak out sometimes and go full blast and then mute without any inputs, phone connection wasn't reliable. Plain black interior was underwhelming and the seats were awful for long trips (my whole family agrees).
This is dope, you have an awful day and get home take a bath unlock your phone and BAM Robbie uploaded 😍❤❤ thanks for making my day better
I have bought new Chevys for years now. 2019 was the very first time I had all the fluids filled to the top, windshield washer, DEF tank and most importantly the fuel tank. All previous years I barely had enough fuel to make it to the closest fuel station.
Poor dealership, I’ve had full tanks in both my new purchases on GMC Sierra 1500s
Mine was 3/4 full..didn't want to make a big deal out of a quarter tank, but I think they could've done better.
That would be a dealbreaker for me, full tank or no sale
Thumbs up for the "always on" to "switched on" 12V outlet tip!
I would like that feature?
Agreed. Thanks man. Just picked up a 2021 and this worked out perfect for me.
@@Tach41 how can I turn off AIRBAG on GMC sierra?
@@dentistaf3897 I don’t think you can. It’s a safety device that probably can’t be disabled due to legal and liability reasons. The passenger seat has a pressure sensor that disables the airbag on that side to minimize repair costs but it’s not designed to be “disabled” as far as I know.
@@Tach41 Thanks a bunch
Robbie thank you for this video, very useful information! Especially that fuse jumper setting for the 12V.
That AUTO UP feature on the Tailgate can be installed After Market By Any Authorized Stereo Installers.. Here in Az.I had a AUDIO EXPRESS Do My 2017 Chevy Silverado..
Top Vlog!!! Fuse relocate is a MUST KNOW!!! Thanks homie!!!
Bro you are dope for putting this out! I just bought a new Sierra and the 12V source will be perfect for my dash cam! And all those extra features I didn’t know about! I get it on Tuesday and now I’m even more hyped! Earned a new subscriber, great vid 💯
I am actually impressed. Because a lot of people do videos and it's all about them instead of solution for the question at hand. I think I need to step up my game and make a TH-cam page for the mechanic side of gas Chevys and Diesel appreciate the knowledge on the hidden features hidden features
Hey Robbie if you pull on the inside door handle twice in a row the door will unlock. Good little tip when you letting someone out of the vehicle without having to unlock all doors or without having to put the truck in park.
Unless they can’t grasp the concept of pulling it twice.
One more- After you get out and shut the door, the dome light will stay on forever. Unless you stare at it for like 12 seconds, only then will it go out. Cosmic!
🤣🤣🤣😭😭😭
Not to worry, the battery saver will kick-in at the 10 minutes mark and turn off all items, radio, lights, cargo light, etc.
Or another door is not completely closed! 🤔
Hahaha
I know my 08 Sierra has the option to control inside fade out and outside lamp timing for safety lighting from immediate off all the way up to 2 minutes before shutting off. Not sure if they removed or changed that on the newer trucks?
Thanks for the information on the camera. I had no idea and am so glad that now it auto shuts off with removing the key from ignition!
Thanks for this. Great video. I learned a couple of cool things.
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Get to work
But you what else is good? Driving a Chevy!
Fold your tailgate down Wrap the cable On the lock piece attached to the bed Now your tailgate will only be halfway up Now When you put the truck in reverse you will be able to see your trailer hitch Makes lining it up a lot easier
That's a trick for only older trucks, you dont have to do that for newer trucks.
I love the lockable center seat compartment. Thanks for the info. Learning more and more about this truck.
How do You find that?
@@AdrienneeeMarieee It's under the top folding compartment that you can either fold up so the front seat is a full front seat or fold down to use it to store stuff and as a arm rest . So fold that up and look in the center of the seat at the bottom and you should see a lock that once unlocked it can open up . These are good for storing personal stuff such as a hand gun that can be locked up but remember if you don't have a conceal carry permit and you lock the gun in this or in a glove box and you get pulled over and the vehicle searched and the police find a gun locked up and you do t have a concealed carry permit they will take the gun and you will be fined then have to go pay a fee to get your gun back .
@@peteloomis8456 Ummmm no...a concealed carry permit is for when the gun is on your person. Having it locked in a vehicle compartment would not get you into any trouble what so ever. In fact the police would prefer it be in a locked compartment while it's in your rig.
Thanks for the helpful hints. Just bought a fairly new Chevy Silverado and bet it has some of these feature not mentioned.
If you push the unlock button a third time after they start going down, they’ll stop at that level so you don’t have to let them go all the way down.
I was wondering about that possibility.
I have the 2021 AT4A and the remote works only to open the tail gate never to close back up or to ✋ half way, I try different ways its shows on the video
@@camposh81 I got the 5.3 2021 and mine won’t go back up
Came for this comment, it’s what I was going to comment as well. I only like To drop them down about 2 inches to keep dust out
For some reason, every vehicle I have ever owned had "always on" dc power or had the battery symbol or key symbol to differentiate between the two. Comes in handy when you need your phone to charge, you can leave it in the truck while you run an errand. Fast forward many years and I find out this is literally some peoples bane! People fighting mad because they have an "always on" dc power outlet! Honestly, I did not know their were items that worked better like that. But what I was really surprised about was just how damn passionate people were about this feature! It compares to arguing about one's favorite pizza! But I am thinking that once you get used to it being one way or the other it is hard to get over it.
From what I understand, US market vehicles that are able to roll windows down are not allowed to roll the windows back up remotely because it could catch a kids arm, dogs neck, ect.. and the owner might not be aware of what's happening. BMW's are same but can be "coded" to European feature sets which allow them to roll up with the lock button as well.
Yeah but windows already have a safety switch that stops them from going up if something is in the way so wouldn’t that just stop the window. I mean still then the driver wouldn’t know the window didn’t go up unless it alerts you and then that could be bad. Plus how often are you out of you car and realize you have to wind up all your windows. Except rain. That would be nice
There's already a safety switch for when they go up...
Thanks for the video. Helped me out.
Just to let you know when you hold the traction control button to shut Stabilitrak off it is never completely off. You can try to get sideways but Stabilitrak will still kick in. The only way to completely bypass Stabilitrak is to pull the fuse
Are you sure? I've spun my truck 360 with it turned off and the truck was making no attempt to stop it. Literally spinning 360 with ats
Thank for sharing, good info. Another one is when you use remote start, after you start it, do the same process of locking twice then start again and the run time will go from 10-20 minutes. Good to know if your truck is hot or cold.
To extend the engine running time for 10 minutes, you hit the lock button once and remote start button again once within 10 minutes. That's what it says in the owners manual.
Thanks for the video! I watched a while ago but came back because I just got a dash cam and couldn't remember which fuse it was to switch the cigarette lighter to not always be on.
The constant 12v is something that plagued the early 2000 mercedes E class w211 models as well. Same fix. Good knowledge 👌🏽 love how you broke it all down. The window roll down + roll up is also a mercedes feature. You can do it from both keyfob and by pressing a button inside while driving. Pretty cool features. I'm still watching your video because my wife has a 2019 silverado. The traction control to do burnouts is another 1 too.
Most dealership experiences, "see the keys, see the car, see you later". I always made shure I told the customer everything their new vehicle was equipped with.
Thanks for the window down thing I couldn’t figure that one out.
Just did the fuse switch for the 12v. I never knew that thanks for the info. I also have a dash cam and had to run the power to the center council so it would shut off.
Yukon and Suurban owners , yours are on the drivers fuse block(at least on the 2016s are) just did it myself 😀thanks 👍🏼
Bad ass , I have the trail boss I’ll be messing with those mods tomorrow 👍🏼
I like the trick to turn the 12v outlet off so my dash cam will switch to parking mode. Is there a way to have the 120v outlet turn on every time you start the engine? I forget to hit the switch and charge my tool batteries sometimes.
I just tried the fuse hack and the remote window control on my new Sierra and I’m very pleased! Thank you!
The windows going down with key fob is cool. My 2002 bmw does that, goes up as well by fob. Super awesome feature.
I’m so pumped, you showed me stuff they didn’t say at the dealer
WHATTTTTTTTTT?! SO COOL THE WINDOWS GOING DOWN I'm keeping this video saved. I'm getting my 2019 Silverado LTZ Duramax truck next week
My '15 denali has the auto windows and mirrors. Pickin up my 2021 hopefully before the end of the month! Love the accessory switch for the 12v feature. Thanks man. No one told me about that!
Great video. Thanks for the info
Wasn't like that when I bought my new Ram the guy wouldn't shut up about all the features. I just wanted to go and drive my new truck.
Who remembers when he done this with brz
Thanks bro..I didn't know that about my truck..lol..you just made me walk out at 1230am on a rainy night to check on the window option...I didn't leave them open..lol
Awesome stuff
Thank you
Thanks. On the tip for the lighter fuse. I wire my fogs to it. Now off and on when turning of my truck.
Hell yeah, I searched forever last night trying to find a switched power line, that's exactly where I'll be doing for my fogs as well. Thanks guys!
Any idea in the 2019 Silverado LTs if there is a way to make the power outlets in the cab and the bed able to power on while truck is off? Mine requires you to press the button on the dash to power the outlets on, but the button doesn't work if the truck is off.
Great video thanks for the tips just ordered a 2021 2500 black diamond.
So cool thank you for these tips!
I miss the real trucks when you could get a basic full-size pick-up for the price of a cavalier.
Funniest part is those old trucks were the ones that didn’t fall apart in 5 years
The venerable OBS. Cheap(ish). Lasting. My OBS Yukon has 245k miles on it and has never had a single major issue; a fuel pump and a water pump. Not too bad for a 26 year old SUV.
My neighbor has a new Chevy. When we speak on the phone every now and then there's a godawful noise on my phone. I finally mentioned the piece of equipment he was near made some horrible loud noises and wondered what it was. He said there was no sound and he was driving down the road.
We finally figured out when he applied the brakes there was this ungodly noise on my phone. Wow, very neat. Knock the ears out of whoever you speak with, no extra charge.
If I could pay the price of my 93 K3500 long bed Xcab for another just like it I'd do it in a second. ABS you can unplug and defeat, every option I desire, mechanical injection on the Turbo Diesel and not one damned thing I can't fix myself. With Edelbrock. IAS performer shocks it rides like a Caddy but instantly becomes high performance cornering handling. Quiet and an R 12 ac you could keep meat like a fridge. Plus it looks better than any pickup made. More interior room than anything made since then. Progress is in the eye of the beholder. The trucks since have become sorrier and less durable.
I want a Silverado!! Good video!! Friend gets a new Silverado every year. Going to share with nephew. His Silverado was totalled. He is looking at new trucks. Enjoy your ride!! Looking forward to your next video.
3:45 window unlock had been around since 2004 or older. it was a Honda, then Nissan. was amazing out here in the Desert, did that windows rolled down. then auto start with full AC blasting. by the time we was ready to get in the car, we rolled up the windows and its was nice... amazing feature i love it.
The extra features you are talking about are all on my LTZ. Remote mirror fold in and out and the tailgate lifting back up.
I wonder if it’s on the LT
I have a 2017 Silverado LTZ Z-71. I learned from another TH-camr that you can go into the menu and add the off road function where it gives the grade degrees and tells you what drive wheels are active.
Traction control and esc module still clicks when the tires spin. Actually wrecked it when doing donuts in my Colorado. You can put them on a toggle switch to turn them both completely off.
SO FUN AND INTERESTING! THANK YOU! LOVE YOUR ENERGY AND ENTHUSIASM EVEN FOR FEATURES NOT ON YOUR TRUCK!
I’ve got a 2014 Silverado and I can cut my stability control off but it will cut on again at 35mph. Also, another feature is some of them have valet mode( don’t know if it’s common I just think it’s cool) basically if you don’t know already you can go into settings set a passcode and the truck will not go over 10 or 15mph and I think some other stuff when it’s engaged.
yes - I added the Monster sub option and didnt want service techs popping my speakers. It disables the radio with a temp 4 digit code. now the GM dealer techs will need it off, but everyone else gets the valet mode !
I also added the $150 GM digital lock for the cab. its like a ford convenience now. at festivals or anywhere my weekend would be ruined by a lockout - its the cost of one locksmith visit, minus the torn up trim. Also, if you lock yourself out and have your phone - you can start up onstar and they can remotely unlock your truck. we actually had a multiple code hack attempt to break in a busy rest area on I-95 that froze the locks. in like 15-20 they unfroze and accepted the code. it does integrate into the computer and also allways a quick 2key touch to lock all doors without keys or opening doors. its a no brainer.
That three prong fuse Heck was genius. Now I’ve owned to Gen 4 Silverado’s, and both times I was completely utterly surprised at check engine codes, stabilitrak/traction assist Issues. What I learned about Chevrolet general motors in general, and their AFM/DOD issues threw me in a tailspin. If your truck as AFM/DOD, Please at your earliest convenience, do a complete delete kit!
How do you do the delete kit?
@@zachhollar7061 spend 2k+ on a new cam and head assembly or just buy the plug in wich dosent allow it to drop into v4
@@outlawsimulations1293 Or spend $10k on a Jasper remanufactured engine (they don't do away with that, but fixed something in the engine that GM screwed up on originally) since leaving something plugged into your OBD II port will screw your engine in the long run. Will let everyone know in 100k miles if that fixed things or not.
Very helpful 👍 you're doing a great job
This young man has the right delivery, GM if it has a clue, should sponsor him to make more videos, because listening to him is a whole lot better than stupid commercials. He could be GM's " vehicle Whisperer ".
always on 12v is awesome, phone or any other basic plug in isn't going to kill the battery
Some dash cams require power for their parking sensor mode. if they feel a bump they will record while car/truck is in park.
The truck should shut everything off after the battery gets to a certain amp anyways
If it is always on it will shorten your battery life.
Jeff Morse unless it is 30- degrees at night
@@klownyou1 i've had my vehicles in cold weather for decades and no issue. More than a day or 2 just pull the plug out. I do that when snowmobiling.
On my 2020 Silverado, there's an option on the "Information" screen for Transmission Temperature similar to tire pressure. Dealer said it didn't have that feature and I found it a month or two after I bought the truck. Not really hidden, just not there by default. Funny enough, we also have a Traverse and it IS on the information screen by default.
When you place the truck in tow mode the battery Gage turns to a trans temp gage in my 2020 2500 denauli
Just bought a high country same color. Loving it
Got a 21 Duramax 2500 Z-71 High Country being delivered next week. You just blew my 63 year-old mind! Trust me. It’s been blown before but this I can use! Thanks!
The cigarette lighter one was nice to know!! Thanks!
To have the windows go back up, they need safety sensors. Usually only in the driver's door.
Going auto down will just get rain in your truck, but going auto up can chop your dogs head off.
Thank you for sharing Robbie. Regards, Perth WA🦘🇦🇺
i just bought the truck....thanks for the tips bro !!! you're awesome !!!!
I must be the only guy that likes paying, getting my keys and leaving.
Same. Finding shit out on my own and researching is awsome.
I received your mom's book in the mail yesterday and haven't been able to put it down, a great read.
Is your brother clint clayton? Friends with stan?
@@fredstone3875 no, I don't have a brother lol
I fricken loved the video I recently purchased a new truck and knew nothing about any of things you showed 👌 ty.
Thanks for the heads up.
I'm glad the 12 volt outlet is full time hot! Pull your accessory's plug out if you don't want it charging with the engine off. Pretty simple.
I agree, BUT.. When running a dash camera, it's nice to have the camera shut off when you turn the ignition off. As it was, If I forgot to unplug it, I end up recording nothingness all evening and filling and/or recording over when the memory is full. Just a useful step IMO.
@@desballard2614 does it run your car battery down having it hot?
Awesome. i learned two things about my truck I didn't know! Glad I watched this! Thanks!
@Sam Mon: I love my truck. 10/10 Would buy again.
I personally love the constant 12v power supply. I can charge things without having the on. But cool tip
Duuude I don’t have the Silverado but I do have the second gen Colorado and I tried the stability traction off thing and it WORKED... ima try it at the dry lake bed this weekend... thanks man!
Only OG'S know these type of videos
#OGGANG
Yooo that stability track just made me super happy
Appreciate that! Got a 2020 RST and didnt know about the window down option.
I've had my 2015 for 7 yrs now and just learned about the windows. Mind blown! Thanks
Excellent video , you are well spoken . Great job , thanks for taking the time to give us that info .
Thanks man, never knew about the 12volt plug thing, I actually use my 110v plug for my dashcam because it was constant on
Thanks for the tips about the windows!
Thanks dude I have a 2020 GMC Sierra X31. It’s cool my truck has those features.