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84337754 B Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Contents Introduction ...... 2 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...... 7 Seats and Restraints ...... 39 Storage ...... 100 Instruments and Controls ...... 105 Lighting ...... 147 Infotainment System ...... 156 Climate Controls ...... 157 Driving and Operating ...... 165 Care ...... 247 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 327 Technical Data ...... 341 Customer Information ...... 345 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 355 OnStar ...... 359 Connected Services ...... 367 Index ...... 370 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Helm, Incorporated may or may not be on the vehicle Attention: Customer Service because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive was not purchased on the vehicle, , MI 48170 model variants, country USA specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your Using this Manual region, or changes subsequent to To quickly locate information about the printing of this owner’s manual. the vehicle, use the Index in the The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Keep this manual in the vehicle for TRAVERSE are trademarks and/or quick reference. Danger, Warning, and service marks of Caution LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Canadian Vehicle Owners Warning messages found on vehicle or licensors. A French language manual can be labels and in this manual describe For first sold in Canada, obtained from your dealer, at and what to do to avoid or substitute the name “General www.helminc.com, or from: reduce them. Motors of Canada Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it Propriétaires Canadiens appears in this manual. On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84337754 B Second Printing © 2019 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Introduction 3 A circle with a slash through it is a Vehicle Symbol Chart { Danger safety symbol which means “Do Here are some additional symbols not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let Danger indicates a with a that may be found on the vehicle this happen.” high level of risk which will result and what they mean. See the in serious injury or death. features in this manual for Symbols information. The vehicle has components and u : Air Conditioning System labels that use symbols instead of G { Warning text. Symbols are shown along with : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil the text describing the operation or 9 : Readiness Light Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific ! : Antilock System (ABS) could result in injury or death. component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. $ : Brake System Warning Light M : Shown when the owner’s 9 : Dispose of Used Components Caution manual has additional instructions Properly or information. P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Caution indicates a hazard that * : Shown when the service Water could result in property or vehicle manual has additional instructions B : Engine Coolant Temperature damage. or information. 0 _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited : Shown when there is more H information on another page — : Flammable “see page.” [ : Forward Collision Alert R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location + : Fuses j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

4 Introduction Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed | : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Belt Reminders I : Side Blind Zone Alert h : Stop/Start 7 : Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) a : Under Pressure V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Introduction 5 Instrument Panel Overview Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

6 Introduction 1. Air Vents 0 163. 9. Dual Automatic Climate Control 19. Wheel Adjustment 0 0 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn System 157. 106 (Out of View). and Lane-Change Signals 10. Heated and Ventilated Front 20. 0 203. 0 0 151. Seats 48 (If Equipped). 0 205 IntelliBeam® System Button (If 11. Power Outlets 0 110. (If Equipped). Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 0 0 0 12. Wireless Charging 111 (If Heated 106 Controls 147. Equipped). (If Equipped). 3. Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 13. USB Port. See the infotainment Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 115 or manual. System 0 219 (If Equipped). Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0 118. Auxiliary Jack. See the 21. Release. See Hood infotainment manual. 0 250. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information 14. Traction Control/Electronic 22. Fog Lamps 0 151 (If Center (DIC) 0 134. Stability Control 0 198. Equipped). 4. Wiper/Washer Driver Mode Control Knob. See 23. Data Link Connector (DLC) 0 107. Driver Mode Control 0 200 (If (Out of View). See Malfunction Equipped). Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Rear Window Wiper/Washer Light) 0 125. 0 108. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 227 (If Equipped). 24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147. 5. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Positions 0 182. 15. Electric 0 196. 25. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 152. 6. Hazard Warning Flashers 16. Shift Lever. See Automatic 0 151. 0 191. 7. Light . See Automatic Manual Mode 0 193. 0 System 150. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 106. 0 8. Infotainment 156. 18. Horn 0 107. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 7 Folding Mirrors ...... 31 Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ...... 32 Windows Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 32 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 32 Keys

Interior Mirrors { Warning Keys and Locks Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 32 Keys ...... 7 Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 32 Leaving children in a vehicle with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Automatic Dimming Rearview System ...... 8 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Mirror ...... 32 transmitter is dangerous and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Rear Camera Mirror ...... 33 System Operation ...... 8 children or others could be Remote Vehicle Start ...... 16 Windows seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks ...... 17 Windows ...... 34 could operate the power windows ...... 20 Power Windows ...... 35 or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 20 Sun Visors ...... 37 vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 20 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 20 Roof in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 21 ...... 37 others could be caught in the path Doors of a closing window. Do not leave Liftgate ...... 22 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 29 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 29 Immobilizer ...... 30 Immobilizer Operation ...... 30 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...... 31 Power Mirrors ...... 31 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

8 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remove the key by pressing the . Check the distance. The button on the side of the RKE transmitter may be too far from transmitter near the bottom and pull the vehicle. the key out. Never pull the key out . Check the location. Other without pressing the button. vehicles or objects may be If it becomes difficult to turn the key, blocking the signal. inspect the key blade for debris. . Check the transmitter's battery. Periodically, clean with a brush or See “Battery Replacement” later a pick. in this section. See your dealer if a new transmitter . If the transmitter is still not is needed. working correctly, see your The key that is part of the Remote If locked out of the vehicle, see dealer or a qualified technician Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can Roadside Assistance Program for service. 0 be used for all locks. 349. With an active OnStar or connected Remote Keyless Entry service plan, an OnStar Advisor (RKE) System Operation may remotely unlock the vehicle. The Keyless Access system allows See OnStar Overview 0 359. for vehicle entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is Remote Keyless Entry within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless (RKE) System Access Operation” later in this See Radio Frequency Statement section. 0 355. The RKE transmitter may work up to If there is a decrease in the Remote 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 9 Other conditions can affect the immediately unlock. See Vehicle b : If equipped, press twice of the transmitter. See Personalization 0 138. If a quickly to open or close the liftgate. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) passenger door is open when Q is Press again to stop the power System 0 8. liftgate. pressed, all doors lock. 7 : Press and release one time to Pressing Q may also arm the initiate vehicle locator. The exterior theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle lamps flash and the horn chirps Alarm System 0 29. three times. Press and hold 7 for at K : Press to unlock the driver door. least three seconds to sound the Press unlock again within panic alarm. The horn sounds and five seconds to unlock all doors. the turn signals flash for The RKE transmitter can be 30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. See Vehicle again or the vehicle is started. 0 Personalization 138. The turn / : If equipped, first press and signal indicators may flash to With Remote Start and Power release Q then immediately press Liftgate Shown indicate unlocking has occurred. See Vehicle Personalization 0 138. and hold / for at least Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or Pressing K may also disarm the four seconds to start the engine the horn may sound on the second theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle from outside the vehicle using the press to indicate locking. See Alarm System 0 29. RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Personalization 0 138. If the Vehicle Start 0 16. driver door is open when Q is For vehicles with the manual liftgate, unlocking all doors will also Keyless Access Operation pressed, and Open Door unlock the liftgate. Anti-Lockout is enabled through The Keyless Access system allows the doors to be locked and unlocked vehicle personalization, all doors will and the liftgate to be accessed lock and then the driver door will Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

10 Keys, Doors, and Windows without removing the RKE Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter from a pocket, purse, Passenger Doors briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter When the doors are locked and the should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of liftgate or door being opened. the door handle, pressing the lock/ Keyless Access can be unlock button on that door handle programmed to unlock all doors on will unlock all doors. Pressing the the first lock/unlock press from the lock/unlock button will cause all driver door. Keyless Unlocking can doors to lock if any of the following also be turned off. See Vehicle occur: 0 Personalization 138. . The lock/unlock button was used If equipped with memory seats, RKE to unlock all doors. Driver Shown, Passenger Similar transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to . Any vehicle door has opened Pressing the lock/unlock button will seating positions of memory 1 or 2. and all doors are now closed. See Memory Seats 0 45. cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur: Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking Keyless Unlocking/Locking from of Exterior Door Handles and the Driver Door . It has been no more than five seconds since the first lock/ Liftgate When the doors are locked and the unlock button press. If equipped, keyless unlocking of the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of . Two lock/unlock button presses exterior door handles and liftgate the driver door handle, pressing the can be disabled and enabled. lock/unlock button on the driver door were used to unlock all doors. handle will unlock the driver door. . Any vehicle door has opened Disabling Keyless Unlocking: If the lock/unlock button is pressed and all doors are now closed. With the vehicle off, press and again within five seconds, all hold and K on the RKE passenger doors will unlock. Q transmitter at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash four times quickly to indicate access is Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 11 disabled. Using any exterior handle transmitter inside the vehicle. Do Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert to unlock the doors or open the not leave the RKE transmitter in an If the vehicle is on with a door open, liftgate will cause the turn signal unattended vehicle. and then all doors are closed, the lamps to flash four times quickly, To customize the doors to vehicle will check for RKE indicating access is disabled. automatically lock when exiting the transmitter(s) inside. If an RKE If disabled, disarm the alarm system vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, transmitter is not detected, the before starting the vehicle. Start” under Vehicle Personalization Driver Information Center (DIC) will Enabling Keyless Unlocking: 0 138. display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times. With the vehicle off, press and Temporary Disable of Passive K This occurs only once each time the hold Q and on the RKE Locking vehicle is driven. See Vehicle transmitter at the same time for Temporarily disable passive locking Personalization 0 138. approximately three seconds. The by pressing and holding K on the turn signal lamps will flash twice Keyless Liftgate Opening quickly to indicate access is interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until Press the touch pad on the liftgate enabled. three chimes are heard. Passive handle to open the liftgate if the Passive Locking locking will then remain disabled RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). This vehicle will lock several until Q on the interior door is Key Access seconds after all doors are closed if pressed, or until the vehicle is To access a vehicle with a weak the vehicle is off and at least one turned on. transmitter battery, see Door Locks RKE transmitter has been removed Remote Left in Vehicle Alert 0 17. or none remain in the interior. When the vehicle is turned off and Programming Transmitters to If other electronic devices interfere an RKE transmitter is left in the the Vehicle with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle, the horn will chirp three vehicle may not detect the RKE times after all doors are closed. To Only RKE transmitters programmed transmitter inside the vehicle. turn on or off, see Vehicle to the vehicle will work. If a If passive locking is enabled, the Personalization 0 138. transmitter is lost or stolen, a doors may lock with the RKE replacement can be purchased and Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

12 Keys, Doors, and Windows programmed through your dealer. 3. Insert the vehicle key of the 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. The vehicle can be reprogrammed transmitter into the key lock When the transmitter is learned so that lost or stolen transmitters no cylinder on the driver door the DIC display will show that it longer work. Each vehicle can have handle and turn the key, is ready to program the next up to eight transmitters matched counterclockwise, to the unlock transmitter. to it. position five times within 6. Remove the transmitter from 10 seconds. Programming with Recognized the transmitter pocket and Transmitters The DIC displays READY FOR press the transmitter K or Q REMOTE #3, 4, 5, ETC. A new transmitter can be button. programmed to the vehicle when To program additional there are two recognized transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5. transmitters. When all additional transmitters To program, the vehicle must be off are programmed, press and and all of the transmitters, both hold ENGINE START/STOP for currently recognized and new, must 12 seconds to exit be with you. programming mode. 1. Remove the key by pressing 7. Put the key back into the the button on the side of the transmitter. RKE transmitter near the 8. Replace the key lock cylinder bottom and pull the key out. 0 Never pull the key out without cap. See Door Locks 17. pressing the button. 4. Place the new transmitter into Programming without Recognized 2. Remove the key lock cylinder the transmitter pocket. The Transmitters cap on the driver door handle. transmitter pocket is inside the If two currently recognized See Door Locks 0 17. Place center console storage area transmitters are not available, follow the two recognized transmitters between the driver and front this procedure to program up to in the transmitter pocket. passenger seats, underneath eight transmitters. This feature is the liner. not available in Canada. This Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 13 procedure will take approximately 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle DIC displays PRESS ENGINE must be off and all of the START BUTTON TO LEARN transmitters you wish to program and then press ENGINE must be with you. START/STOP. 1. Remove the key by pressing The DIC will again display the button on the side of the REMOTE LEARN PENDING, RKE transmitter near the PLEASE WAIT. bottom and pull the key out. 4. Repeat Step 2 two additional Never pull the key out without times. After the third time all pressing the button. previously known transmitters 2. Remove the key lock cylinder will no longer work with the cap on the driver door handle. vehicle. Remaining transmitters 5. Place the new transmitter into See Door Locks 0 17. Insert can be relearned during the the transmitter pocket. The the vehicle key of the next steps. transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area transmitter into the key lock The DIC display should now cylinder on the driver door between the driver and front show READY FOR REMOTE passenger seats, underneath handle and turn the key, # 1. counterclockwise, to the unlock the liner. position five times within 6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. 10 seconds. When the transmitter is learned The DIC displays REMOTE the DIC display will show that it LEARN PENDING, is ready to program the next PLEASE WAIT. transmitter. 7. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the transmitter K or Q button. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program additional Battery Replacement transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. When all additional transmitters { Warning are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for Never allow children to play with 12 seconds to exit the RKE transmitter. The programming mode. transmitter contains a small battery, which can be a choking 8. Put the key back into the hazard. If swallowed, internal transmitter. burns can occur, resulting in 9. Replace the key lock cylinder severe injury or death. Seek 0 cap. See Door Locks 17. medical attention immediately if a Starting the Vehicle with a Low 2. Place the transmitter in the battery is swallowed. Transmitter Battery transmitter pocket. 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or When the vehicle is started, if the N (Neutral), press the brake transmitter battery is weak, the DIC { Warning pedal and ENGINE may display NO REMOTE START/STOP. DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY To avoid personal injury, do not WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN Replace the transmitter battery touch metal surfaces on the RKE TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN as soon as possible. transmitter when it has been START YOUR VEHICLE. The DIC exposed to extreme heat. These may also display REPLACE surfaces can be hot to the touch BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. at temperatures above 59 °C To start the vehicle: (138 °F). 1. Open the center console storage area by opening the . Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 15 Replace the battery if the DIC Caution displays REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on The battery is not rechargeable. To the transmitter. Static from your replace the battery: body could damage the transmitter.

Caution

Always replace the battery with 3. Remove the battery by pushing the correct type. Replacing the on the battery and sliding it battery with an incorrect type toward the bottom of the could potentially create a risk of transmitter. battery explosion. Dispose of 4. Insert the new battery, positive used batteries according to side facing the back cover. instructions and local laws. Do 1. Press the button on the side of Push the battery down until it is not attempt to burn, crush, or cut the RKE transmitter and pull held in place. Replace with a the used battery, and avoid the key out. Never pull the key CR2032 or equivalent battery. exposing the battery to out without pressing the button. 5. Snap the battery cover back on environments with extremely low 2. Separate the two halves of the to the transmitter. air pressures or high transmitter using a flat tool temperatures. 6. Reinsert the key. inserted into the area near the key slot. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start may require a person using remote The engine will shut off after start to have the vehicle in view. 15 minutes unless a time If equipped, this feature allows the Check local regulations for any extension is done or the engine to be started from outside of requirements. vehicle is started. the vehicle. Do not use the remote start feature 3. With the RKE transmitter in the / : This button will be on the RKE if the vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle, press the brake pedal transmitter if the vehicle has remote vehicle could run out of fuel. and start the vehicle to drive. start. Other conditions can affect the Extending Engine Run Time The climate control system will use performance of the transmitter. See the previous settings during a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The engine run time can also be remote start. The rear defog may System 0 8. extended by another 15 minutes, come on during a remote start if during the first 15 minutes based on cold ambient conditions. Starting the Engine Using Remote Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while The rear fog indicator light does not Start the engine is still running. An come on during a remote start. extension can be requested 1. Press and release Q on the 30 seconds after starting. This If the vehicle has auto heated or RKE transmitter. provides a total of 30 minutes. ventilated seats, they may come on / during a remote start. See Heated 2. Immediately press and hold The remote start can only be and Ventilated Front Seats 0 48. for at least four seconds or until extended once. the turn signal lamps flash. The If equipped with a remote start When the remote start is extended, turn signal lamps flashing the second 15-minute period is heated steering wheel, it may come confirms the request to remote on during a remote start when it is added on to the first 15 minutes for start the vehicle has been a total of 30 minutes. cold outside, if enabled. See Heated received. Steering Wheel 0 106 and A maximum of two remote starts, Vehicle Personalization 0 138. During the remote start the or a remote start with an extension, doors will be locked and the are allowed between ignition cycles. Laws in some local communities parking lamps will remain on as may restrict the use of remote long as the engine is running. starters. For example, some laws Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 17 The vehicle must be started . The engine coolant temperature normally before the remote start is too high. Warning (Continued) procedure can be used again. . The oil pressure is low. seat belts properly and the Canceling a Remote Start . Two remote vehicle starts or a doors should be locked To cancel a remote start, do any of start with an extension have whenever the vehicle is the following: already been used. driven. / . The vehicle is not in P (Park). . Young children who get into . Press and hold until the unlocked vehicles may be parking lamps turn off. Door Locks unable to get out. A child . Turn on the hazard warning can be overcome by flashers. extreme heat and can suffer { Warning permanent injuries or even . Turn the vehicle on and then off. death from heat stroke. Unlocked doors can be Conditions in Which Remote Start Always lock the vehicle dangerous. Will Not Work whenever leaving it. Passengers, especially The remote start will not operate if . . Outsiders can easily enter children, can easily open any of the following occur: through an unlocked door the doors and fall out of a when you slow down or stop . An RKE transmitter is in the moving vehicle. The doors the vehicle. Locking the vehicle. can be unlocked and doors can help prevent this . The hood is not closed. opened while the vehicle is from happening. moving. The chance of . The ignition is in any mode other being thrown out of the than off. vehicle in a crash is To lock or unlock the doors from the . The hazard warning flashers increased if the doors are outside: are on. not locked. So, all passengers should wear . There is an emission control system malfunction. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

18 Keys, Doors, and Windows . Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Access Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Access (In Case of Dead See Remote Keyless Entry Battery) (RKE) System Operation 0 8. . Use the key in the driver door. The key lock cylinder is covered with a cap. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside: . Press Q or K on the power door lock switch. . Push down on a door lock knob to lock a door. If equipped, the RKE transmitter . Pull the door handle once to must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the unlock the door. Pull the handle liftgate or door being opened. Press the button on the door handle to To access the driver door key lock again to unlatch it. cylinder: open. See “Keyless Access Operation” in Remote Keyless Entry 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the (RKE) System Operation 0 8. open position and hold it open until cap removal is complete. 2. Insert the key into the slot (3) on the bottom of the cap (2) and lift the key upward. 3. Move the cap (2) rearward and remove. 4. Use the key in the cylinder. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 19 To replace the cap: 5. Check that the cap is secure. 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the Free-Turning Locks open position and hold it open until cap installation is The door key lock cylinder turns complete. freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this does not reset the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure.

2. Insert the two tabs (6) at the back of the cap between the seal (5) and the metal base (4).

3. Slide the cap forward and press the forward edge to install the cap in place. 4. Release the door handle. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks When Q is pressed on the power removed from the brake or the door lock switch while the door is vehicle speed becomes faster than open, a chime will sound three 13 km/h (8 mph). times indicating delayed locking is To unlock the doors: active. . Press K on a door. The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are . Shift the transmission into closed. If a door is reopened before P (Park). that time, the five-second timer will Automatic door locking cannot be reset when all doors are closed disabled. Automatic door unlocking again. can be programmed. See Vehicle 0 Press Q on the door lock switch Personalization 138. again or press Q on the RKE Lockout Protection transmitter to lock the doors Q : Press to lock the doors. immediately. If the vehicle is started or in ACC/ ACCESSORY and the power door K : Press to unlock the doors. This feature can also be lock switch is pressed with the programmed. See Vehicle driver door open, all the doors will Personalization 0 138. Delayed Locking lock and only the driver door will This feature delays the locking of Automatic Door Locks unlock. the doors until five seconds after all If the vehicle is off and locking is doors are closed. The doors will lock automatically requested while a door is open, Delayed locking can only be turned when all doors are closed, the when all doors are closed the on when the Open Door ignition is on, and the vehicle is vehicle will check for RKE Anti-Lockout feature has been shifted out of P (Park). transmitters inside. If an RKE turned off. If a vehicle door is unlocked and transmitter is detected and the then opened and closed, the doors number of RKE transmitters inside will lock either when your foot is Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 21 has not reduced, the driver door will Manual Safety Locks or by using the Remote unlock and the horn will chirp three Keyless Entry (RKE) times. transmitter. Lockout Protection can be manually 2. Open the door from the overridden with the driver door open outside. by pressing and holding Q on the When the safety lock is enabled, power door lock switch. adults and older children will not be Open Door Anti-Lockout able to open the rear door from the inside. Cancel the safety locks to If Open Door Anti-Lockout is turned enable the doors to open from the on and the vehicle is off, the driver inside. door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and To cancel the safety lock: the driver door will unlock. The 1. Unlock the door and open it Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can If equipped, the safety lock is on the from the outside. be turned on or off. See Vehicle inside edge of the rear doors. To 0 2. Move the lever up to unlock. Personalization 138. use the safety lock: Do the same for the other door. 1. Move the lever down to the Safety Locks lock position. The rear door safety locks prevent 2. Close the door. passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. To open a rear door when the safety lock is on: 1. Unlock the door by activating the inside handle, by pressing the power door lock switch, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Entry (RKE) transmitter twice within Warning (Continued) five seconds. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. Liftgate . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that { Warning brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See vehicle if it is driven with the “Climate Control Systems” liftgate or /hatch open, in the Index. or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped through the seal between the with a power liftgate, disable body and the trunk/hatch or the power liftgate function. liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust 0 190. carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even To open the liftgate, press the touch death. Caution pad in the liftgate handle and lift up. If the vehicle must be driven with To avoid damage to the liftgate or If equipped with Keyless Access, the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: liftgate glass, make sure the area the liftgate can be opened when . Close all of the windows. above and behind the liftgate is locked if the RKE transmitter is clear before opening it. within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate. See . Fully open the air outlets on Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or under the instrument System Operation 0 8. panel. Manual Liftgate Use the pull cup to lower and close (Continued) To unlock the liftgate, press K the liftgate. Do not press the touch on the power door lock switch or pad while closing the liftgate. This press K on the Remote Keyless will cause the liftgate to be unlatched. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 23 The liftgate has an electric latch. To power open or close the liftgate, If the battery is disconnected or has select MAX or 3/4 mode. low voltage, the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will resume . Press b twice quickly on the operation when the battery is RKE transmitter until the liftgate reconnected and charged. moves. Always close the liftgate before . Press 8 on the driver door. driving. The driver door must be unlocked. Power Liftgate Operation . Press the touch pad in the { Warning liftgate handle after unlocking all doors. A locked vehicle can be If equipped with a power liftgate, the You or others could be injured if opened if the RKE transmitter is power liftgate switch is on the driver within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate. caught in the path of the power door. The vehicle must be in liftgate. Make sure there is no one P (Park). in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing. The modes are: . MAX: Opens to maximum height. Caution . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height that can be set from 3/4 to fully Driving with an open and open. Use to prevent the liftgate unsecured liftgate may result in from opening into overhead damage to the power liftgate obstructions such as a garage components. door or roof-mounted cargo. The liftgate can be manually opened all the way. . OFF: Opens manually only. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

24 Keys, Doors, and Windows . Press l on the bottom of the If the vehicle is shifted out of the falling liftgate detection feature. liftgate to close. P (Park) while the power function is Allow the liftgate to complete its in progress, the liftgate will continue operation and wait a few seconds Press any liftgate button, the touch to completion. If the vehicle is before manually closing the liftgate. pad, or b on the RKE transmitter accelerated before the liftgate has while the liftgate is moving to stop completed moving, the liftgate may Obstacle Detection Features it. Pressing any liftgate button or stop or reverse direction. Check for If the liftgate encounters an obstacle pressing b twice quickly on the DIC messages and make sure the during a power open or close cycle, RKE transmitter restarts the liftgate is closed and latched before the liftgate will automatically reverse operation in the reverse direction. driving. direction and move a short distance away from the obstacle. After Pressing the touch pad on the Falling Liftgate Detection liftgate handle will restart the removing the obstruction, the power motion, but only in the opening If the power liftgate automatically liftgate operation can be used again. direction closes after a power opening cycle, If the liftgate encounters multiple it indicates that the system is obstacles on the same power cycle, reacting to excess weight on the Caution the power function will deactivate. liftgate or a possible support strut After removing the obstructions, Manually forcing the liftgate to failure. A repetitive chime will sound manually close the liftgate which will while the falling liftgate detection open or close during a power allow normal power operation feature is operating. Remove any cycle can damage the vehicle. functions to resume. excess weight. If the liftgate If the vehicle is locked while the Allow the power cycle to continues to automatically close liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is complete. after opening, see your dealer for encountered that prevents the service before using the power liftgate from completely closing, the liftgate. The power liftgate may be horn will sound as an alert that the temporarily disabled under extreme Interfering with the power liftgate liftgate did not close. low temperatures, or after repeated motion or manually closing the Pinch are on the side power cycling over a short period of liftgate too quickly after power edges of the liftgate. If an object is time. If this occurs, the liftgate can opening may resemble a support caught between the liftgate and the still be operated manually. strut failure. This could also activate Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 vehicle and presses against a Manual Operation The hands-free feature will not work sensor, the liftgate will reverse while the liftgate is moving. To stop Select OFF to manually operate the direction and open fully. The liftgate the liftgate while in motion use one liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the will remain open until it is activated “ ” of the liftgate switches. beginning of this section. again or closed manually. The hands-free feature can be Setting the 3/4 Mode Caution customized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 138. Choose from To change the position the liftgate Attempting to move the liftgate the following: stops at when opening: too quickly and with excessive On-Open and Close : The kicking 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and force may result in damage to the motion is activated to both open and power open the liftgate. vehicle. close the liftgate. 2. Stop the liftgate movement at On-Open Only : The kicking motion the desired height by pressing Operate the liftgate manually with a is activated to only open the liftgate. any liftgate button. Manually smooth motion and moderate Off : The feature is disabled. adjust the liftgate position if speed. The system includes a needed. feature which limits the manual 3. Press and hold l at the closing speed to protect the bottom of the liftgate until the components. turn signals flash and a beep Hands-Free Operation sounds. This indicates the setting has been recorded. If equipped, the liftgate may be operated with a kicking motion The liftgate cannot be set below a under the left side of the rear minimum programmable height. at the location of the If there is no light flash or sound, projected logo. The RKE transmitter then the height adjustment may be must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear too low. bumper to operate the power liftgate hands-free. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Projected Logo Caution (Continued) If equipped with this feature, a liftgate mode to OFF when vehicle logo will be projected for cleaning or working near the rear one minute onto the ground near bumper to avoid accidental the rear bumper when an RKE opening. transmitter is detected within approximately 2 m (6 ft). The projected logo may not be visible . Do not sweep your foot side under brighter daytime conditions. to side. . Do not keep your foot under the bumper; the liftgate will not Kick Zone activate. To operate, move your foot in a . Do not touch the liftgate until it forward kicking motion under the left has stopped moving. side of the rear bumper at the location of the projected logo, then This feature may be temporarily pull it back. The kick must come disabled under some conditions. within 14 cm (6 in) of the rear If the liftgate does not respond to bumper to activate. the kick, open or close the liftgate by another method or start the vehicle. The feature will be Caution re-enabled. 1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free Splashing water may cause the When closing the liftgate using this Operation Detection Zone liftgate to open. Keep the RKE feature, there will be a short delay. 2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo transmitter away from the rear The taillamps will flash and a chime Detection Zone bumper detection area or turn the will sound. The projected logo shows where the (Continued) Step away from the liftgate before it kicking motion is to take place. starts moving. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 27 The projected logo will only be The projected logo will not work for available for this RKE transmitter a single RKE transmitter when a after it has been out of range for at transmitter: least 20 seconds. . Has been left within If an RKE transmitter is again approximately 5 m (15 ft) of the detected within approximately 2 m liftgate for several minutes. (6 ft) of the liftgate, or another . Has been left inside the vehicle hands-free operation has been and all vehicle doors are closed. detected, the one-minute timer will be reset. . Has approached the area outside of the liftgate five times The projected logo will not work within 10 minutes. under these conditions: Lens Cleaning . The vehicle battery is low. . The transmission is not in P (Park). . Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to off in vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 138. . Power liftgate is turned off. . The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours or more, with no RKE transmitter use or Keyless Access operation. To re-enable, press any button on the RKE Clean the recessed lens with a soft, transmitter or open and close a dampened cloth. vehicle door. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability Action Hands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo RKE transmitter entering projected Operative On for one minute logo detection zone RKE transmitter left inside projected Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press logo detection zone for minimum of or a door is opened and closed 10 minutes RKE transmitter brought in and out of Operative Off for one hour or until RKE projected logo detection zone five transmitter button press or a door is times or more within 10 minutes opened and closed Vehicle remains parked for more than Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press 72 hours or a door is opened and closed Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off Hands-free liftgate is disabled in Non-operative Off vehicle personalization Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 29 Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured bypass the 30-second delay during the delay to arm the system. and immediately arm the alarm This vehicle has theft-deterrent Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. system. features; however, they do not make A door, the hood, or the liftgate The vehicle alarm system will not the vehicle impossible to steal. is open. arm if the doors are locked with Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is the key. armed. If the driver door is opened without This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm first unlocking with the RKE system. Arming the Alarm System transmitter, the horn will chirp and 1. Close the liftgate and the hood. the lights will flash to indicate Turn off the vehicle. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked 2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways: by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second . Use the RKE transmitter. pre-alarm, the alarm will be . Use the Keyless Access activated. system. The alarm will also be activated if a . With a door open, press the passenger door, the liftgate, or the inside Q. hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the 3. After 30 seconds the alarm alarm is activated, the turn signals system will arm, and the flash and the horn sounds for about The indicator light, on the indicator light will begin to 30 seconds. The alarm system will instrument panel near the slowly flash indicating the then re-arm to monitor for the next windshield, indicates the status of alarm system is operating. unauthorized event. the system. Pressing Q on the RKE Off : Alarm system is disarmed. transmitter a second time will Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Disarming the Alarm System If the alarm system has been activated, a message will appear on To disarm the alarm system or turn the Driver Information Center (DIC). off the alarm if it has been activated: . Press K on the RKE transmitter. Immobilizer . Unlock the vehicle using the See Radio Frequency Statement Keyless Access system. 0 355. The security light, in the instrument cluster, comes on if there is a . Start the vehicle. Immobilizer Operation problem with arming or disarming To avoid setting off the alarm by the theft-deterrent system. This vehicle has a passive accident: The system has one or more RKE theft-deterrent system. . Lock the vehicle after all transmitters matched to an occupants have left the vehicle The system does not have to be immobilizer control unit in your and all doors are closed. manually armed or disarmed. vehicle. Only a correctly matched The vehicle is automatically RKE transmitter will start the . Always unlock a door with the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever RKE transmitter or use the immobilized when the transmitter leaves the vehicle. damaged, you may not be able to Keyless Access system. start your vehicle. Unlocking the driver door with the The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition is turned When trying to start the vehicle, the key will not disarm the system or security light may come on briefly turn off the alarm. on or in ACC/ACCESSORY and a valid Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when the ignition is turned on. How to Detect a Tamper transmitter is in the vehicle. If the engine does not start and the Condition security light stays on, there is a K problem with the system. Turn the If is pressed and the horn chirps ignition off and try again. and the lights flash three times, the alarm was activated while the alarm If the vehicle will not change ignition system was armed. modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, on, off), and the RKE transmitter appears to Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 31 be undamaged, try another Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket in the center console. See Convex Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. { Warning

If the ignition mode will not change A convex mirror can make things, with the other transmitter, or with the like other vehicles, look farther transmitter in the transmitter pocket, away than they really are. If you your vehicle needs service. If the cut too sharply into the right lane, ignition does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty. See you could hit a vehicle on the your dealer who can service the right. Check the inside mirror or theft-deterrent system and have a glance over your shoulder before new RKE transmitter programmed to changing lanes. To adjust the mirrors: the vehicle. It is possible for the immobilizer The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press j or | to choose the system to learn new or replacement shaped. A convex mirror's surface is driver or passenger mirror. RKE transmitters. Up to eight curved so more can be seen from 2. Press the arrows on the control transmitters can be programmed to the driver seat. pad to move each mirror in the the vehicle. To program additional desired direction. transmitters, see “Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle” under Folding Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. Manual Folding Mirrors Do not leave the key or device that The mirrors can be folded inward disarms or deactivates the toward the vehicle to prevent theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. damage when going through an Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

32 Keys, Doors, and Windows automatic wash. Push the mirror Automatic Dimming Interior Mirrors outward to return it to the original position. Mirror The vehicle has an automatic Interior Rearview Mirrors Memory Mirrors dimming outside mirror on the driver Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear The vehicle may have memory side. The mirror will adjust for the view of the area behind your mirrors. See Memory Seats 0 45. glare of behind you. vehicle. Lane Change Alert (LCA) Reverse Tilt Mirrors Do not spray glass cleaner directly The vehicle may have LCA. See on the mirror. Use a soft towel Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 225. If equipped with memory seats, the dampened with water. passenger and/or driver mirror tilts Side Blind Zone Alert to a preselected position when the Manual Rearview Mirror vehicle is in R (Reverse). This The vehicle may have Side Blind If equipped, push the tab forward for allows the curb to be seen when Zone Alert. See Side Blind Zone daytime use and pull it rearward for 0 parallel parking. Alert (SBZA) 225. nighttime use to avoid glare of the The mirror(s) return to the original headlamps from behind. Heated Mirrors position when: If equipped, the heated outside . The vehicle is shifted out of Automatic Dimming mirrors turn on when the rear R (Reverse), or remains in Rearview Mirror window defogger is on and help to R (Reverse) for about clear fog or frost from the surface of 30 seconds. If equipped, automatic dimming the mirrors. reduces the glare of headlamps . The ignition is turned off. from behind. The dimming feature K : This button is on the climate . The vehicle is driven in comes on when the vehicle is control panel. R (Reverse) above a set speed. started. See “Rear Window Defogger” under To turn this feature on or off, see Dual Automatic Climate Control Vehicle Personalization 0 138. System 0 157. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 33 Rear Camera Mirror If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle.

To adjust the brightness, press the button (1) on the back of the { Warning rearview mirror without covering the The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) light sensor (2). has a limited view. Portions of the road, vehicles, and other objects Pull the tab rearward to turn on the may not be seen. Do not drive or display. Push the tab forward to turn park the vehicle using only this it off. When off, the mirror is camera. Objects may appear automatic dimming. Adjust the closer than they are. Check the mirror for a clear view of the area outside mirrors or glance over behind the vehicle while the display your shoulder when making lane Each button press cycles the is off. changes or merging. Failure to brightness between five settings. use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

34 Keys, Doors, and Windows . Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks Windows the camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft damp cloth. { Warning . The back of the vehicle has been damaged and the position Never leave a child, a helpless and mounting angle of the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, camera has changed. especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. The camera that provides the Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) image is above the license plate, next to the Rear Vision Camera (RVC). Troubleshooting If the tab is in the rearward position and a blue screen and d are displayed in the mirror and the display shuts off, see your dealer for service. The RCM may not work properly or display a clear image if: . There is glare from the sun or headlamps. This may obstruct objects from view. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 35 The vehicle aerodynamics are Window Lockout designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Power Windows

{ Warning The power windows work when the Leaving children in a vehicle with ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or when Retained Accessory Power This feature stops the rear transmitter is dangerous and (RAP) is active. See Retained passenger window switches from children or others could be Accessory Power (RAP) 0 187. working: seriously injured or killed. They Using the window switch, press to could operate the power windows . Press 2 to engage the rear open or pull to close the window. or other controls or make the window lockout feature. The vehicle move. The windows will The windows may be temporarily indicator light is on when function with the RKE transmitter disabled if they are used repeatedly engaged. within a short time. in the vehicle, and children or . Press 2 again to disengage. others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Express Movement Automatic Reversal System 1. Close all doors. All windows can be opened without Override 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ holding the window switch. Press ACCESSORY. the switch down fully and quickly { Warning 3. Partially open the window to be release to express open the If automatic reversal system programmed. Then close it and window. continue to pull the switch override is active, the window will briefly after the window has If equipped, pull the window switch not reverse automatically. You or up fully and quickly release to fully closed. others could be injured and the express close the window. window could be damaged. 4. Open the window and continue Briefly press or pull the window Before using automatic reversal to press the switch briefly after switch in the same direction to stop system override, make sure that the window has fully opened. that window s express movement. ’ all people and obstructions are Remote Window Operation clear of the window path. Window Automatic Reversal If equipped, this feature allows all System the windows to be opened remotely. The express-close feature will When the engine is on, override the If enabled in vehicle personalization, reverse window movement if it automatic reversal system by pulling press and hold K on the RKE and holding the window switch if comes in contact with an object. transmitter. See Vehicle conditions prevent it from closing. Extreme cold or ice could cause the Personalization 0 138. window to auto-reverse. The Programming the will operate normally after Windows the object or condition is removed. Programming may be necessary if the vehicle battery has been disconnected or discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program each express-close window: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Keys, Doors, and Windows 37 Sun Visors Roof Slide Switch Express-Open/Express-Close : Sunroof Press and release D (1) to If equipped, the ignition must be on express-open the sunroof. The or in ACC/ACCESSORY, sunshade will not open or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) automatically. Press and release must be active to operate the g (1) to express-close the sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 182 and sunroof. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully 0 Pull the down to block 187. press D (1) to open the sunroof. glare. Detach the sun visor from the The sunshade will not automatically center mount to pivot to the side open with the sunroof. Release to window and, if equipped, extend along the rod. stop at the desired position. Fully press g (1) to close the sunroof. Release to stop at the desired position. Tilt Switch Vent Feature : Press E (2) to vent the sunroof. Press again and hold to open the sunroof. Release to stop at 1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE) the desired position. The sunshade 2. Vent Switch (TILT) will not open automatically. Press Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

38 Keys, Doors, and Windows g (2) to express-close the Automatic Reversal System Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose sunroof. Press again to stop the The sunroof has an automatic debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and reversal system that is only active movement. roof sealing area using a clean when the sunroof is operated in cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not The front sunshade can only be express-close mode. opened and closed manually. The remove grease from the sunroof. If an object is in the path while sunshade can be opened by If water is seen dripping into the express closing, the reversal system pushing up on the handle, and water drainage system, this is will detect an object, stop, and open closed by pulling forward on the normal. handle until it latches. Do not try to the sunroof again. close the sunshade while the If frost or other conditions prevent sunroof is fully opened or in the vent closing, override the feature by position. closing the sunroof in manual mode. If equipped, the rear sunshade can To stop movement, release the only be opened or closed manually. switch. To open, press the latch button (if equipped) on the handle while pushing up to unlatch it. The sunshade will retract to the open position. To close the sunshade, pull the handle forward until it latches. The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 39 Care ...... 63 Replacing LATCH System Parts Seats and Replacing Seat Belt System After a Crash ...... 94 Restraints Parts after a Crash ...... 64 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Airbag System Rear Seat) ...... 94 Airbag System ...... 65 Securing Child Restraints (With Head Restraints Where Are the ? ...... 67 Head Restraints ...... 40 the Seat Belt in the When Should an Airbag Front Seat) ...... 96 Front Seats Inflate? ...... 68 Seat Adjustment ...... 42 What Makes an Airbag Adjustment ...... 42 Inflate? ...... 69 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 43 How Does an Airbag Reclining Seatbacks ...... 43 Restrain? ...... 69 Memory Seats ...... 45 What Will You See after an Heated and Ventilated Front Airbag Inflates? ...... 70 Seats ...... 48 Passenger Sensing System . . . 71 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Rear Seats Vehicle ...... 75 Rear Seats ...... 49 Adding Equipment to the Heated Rear Seats ...... 52 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 76 Third Row Seats ...... 53 Airbag System Check ...... 77 Replacing Airbag System Parts Seat Belts after a Crash ...... 77 Seat Belts ...... 55 How to Wear Seat Belts Child Restraints Properly ...... 57 Older Children ...... 77 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 59 Infants and Young Children . . . . 79 Seat Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems ...... 81 Pregnancy ...... 62 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 83 Seat Belt Extender ...... 63 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Safety System Check ...... 63 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 84 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

40 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats

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With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint, adjusted properly. top of the restraint is at the same press the button located on the side height as the top of the occupant's of the head restraint, and pull up or head. This position reduces the push the head restraint down, and The vehicle's front seats have chance of a neck injury in a crash. release the button. Pull and push on adjustable head restraints in the the head restraint after the button is outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Rear Seats Second Row Seats The vehicle’s second row seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 41 The height of the head restraint can If you are installing a child restraint When an occupant is in the seat, be adjusted. Pull the head restraint in the rear seat, see “Securing a always return the head restraint to up to raise it. Try to move the head Child Restraint Designed for the the upright position. Pull the head restraint to make sure that it is LATCH System” under Lower restraint up and push it rearward locked in place. Anchors and Tethers for Children until it locks into place. Push and (LATCH System) 0 84. pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. Third Row Seats The vehicle’s third row seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted up or down. The third row outboard head restraints are not removable. The third row outboard head restraints are designed to be folded. The head restraint can be folded to To lower the head restraint, press allow for better visibility when the the button, located on the top of the rear seat is unoccupied. seatback, and push the head When folding the seatback down, restraint down. Try to move the the head restraint will automatically head restraint after the button is fold out of the way as the seat is released to make sure that it is folded down. locked in place. Return the lowered head restraint to Always adjust the head restraint so the upright position until it locks into that the top of the restraint is at the place. Push and pull on the head same height as the top of the restraint to make sure it is locked. occupant's head. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

42 Seats and Restraints Front Seats 2. Move the seat forward or Power Seat Adjustment rearward to adjust the seat position. Seat Adjustment { Warning 3. Release the handle to stop the seat from moving. You can lose control of the { Warning 4. Try to move the seat back and vehicle if you try to adjust a driver You can lose control of the forth to be sure it is locked in seat while the vehicle is moving. vehicle if you try to adjust a driver place. Adjust the driver seat only when seat while the vehicle is moving. the vehicle is not moving. Seat Height Adjuster Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. { Warning

The power seats will work with the ignition off. Children could operate the power seats and be injured. Never leave children alone in the vehicle.

If equipped, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat. To adjust a manual seat: 1. Lift the handle under the seat to unlock it. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 43 Lumbar Adjustment Warning (Continued)

The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious To adjust the seat: internal injuries. . Move the seat forward or For proper protection when the rearward by sliding the control Press and hold the control forward vehicle is in motion, have the forward or rearward. to increase or rearward to decrease seatback upright. Then sit well support. . Raise or lower the front part of back in the seat and wear the the seat cushion by moving the seat belt properly. front of the control up or down. Reclining Seatbacks . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up { Warning or down. Sitting in a reclined position when To adjust the seatback, see the vehicle is in motion can be Reclining Seatbacks 0 43. dangerous. Even when buckled To adjust the lumbar support, see up, the seat belts cannot do Lumbar Adjustment 0 43. their job. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

44 Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks

Do not have a seatback reclined if To recline the seatback: the vehicle is moving. 1. Lift the lever. Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then Tilt the top of the control { Warning release the lever to lock the . seatback in place. rearward to recline. If either seatback is not locked, it 3. Push and pull on the seatback . Tilt the top of the control forward could move forward in a sudden to make sure it is locked. to raise. stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. To return the seatback to the upright Always push and pull on the position: seatbacks to be sure they are 1. Lift the lever fully without locked. applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 45 Memory Seats Then immediately press and hold 1, Vehicle Personalization Settings 2, or B (Exit) until two beeps . To have the Seat Entry Memory sound. To manually recall these movement begin when the positions, press and hold 1, 2, or B vehicle is started, select the until the saved position is reached. Settings menu, then Vehicle, Follow the instructions under then Seating Position, and then “Saving Memory Positions.” Seat Entry Memory. Select On or Off. See “Seat Entry Memory” The vehicle identifies the current later in this section. driver’s RKE transmitter number (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry . To begin Seat Exit Memory (RKE) System Operation 0 8. Only movement when the vehicle is RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be turned off and the driver door is used for automatic memory recalls. opened, or when the vehicle is A Driver Information Center (DIC) turned off with the driver door If equipped, memory seats allow two welcome message indicating the already opened, select the drivers to save and recall their transmitter number may display for Settings menu, then Vehicle, unique seat positions for driving the the first few ignition cycles following then Seating Position, and then vehicle, and a shared exit position a transmitter change. For Seat Entry Seat Exit Memory. Select On or for getting out of the vehicle. Other Memory to work properly, save the Off. See “Seat Exit Memory” feature positions may also be positions to the memory button (1 or later in this section. saved, such as power mirrors and 2) matching the RKE transmitter . See Vehicle Personalization wheel, if equipped. number displayed in the DIC 0 138 for additional setting Memory positions are linked to RKE welcome message. Carry the linked information. transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic RKE transmitter when entering the memory recalls. vehicle. Identifying Driver Number Before saving, adjust all available To identify the driver number: memory feature positions. Turn the 1. Move your RKE transmitter vehicle on and then press and away from the vehicle. release SET; a beep will sound. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

46 Seats and Restraints 2. Start the vehicle with another 4. Immediately press and hold the Manually Recalling Memory key or RKE transmitter. The 1 or 2 memory button matching Positions DIC should display the driver the above DIC welcome B number for the other RKE message until two beeps Press and hold 1, 2, or to recall transmitter. Turn the vehicle off sound. the previously saved memory positions if you are driver 1 or 2 and remove the key or RKE If too much time passes transmitter from the vehicle. identified in the DIC welcome between releasing SET and message. RKE transmitters 3–8 will 3. Start the vehicle with the initial pressing 1, the memory not recall memory positions. key or RKE transmitter. The position will not be saved and DIC should display the driver two beeps will not sound. To stop Manual Memory recall number of your RKE Repeat Steps 3 and 4. movement, release 1, 2, or B or transmitter. 1 or 2 corresponds to the driver press any of the following controls: Saving Memory Positions number. See “Identifying Driver . Power seat Number previously in this ” . Memory SET Read these instructions completely section. before saving memory positions. . Power mirror, with the driver or 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second passenger side mirror selected To save preferred driving positions driver using 1 or 2. 1 and 2: . Power steering wheel, 1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ To save the position for B and if equipped Seat Exit Memory features, repeat ACCESSORY. Seat Entry Memory Steps 1–4 using B. This saves the A DIC welcome message may The vehicle identifies the number of indicate driver number 1 or 2. position for getting out of the vehicle. the current driver’s RKE transmitter 2. Adjust all available memory (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry features to the desired driving Save preferred memory feature (RKE) System Operation 0 8. If the position. positions to both 1 and 2 if you are RKE transmitter is 1 or 2, and Seat the only driver. 3. Press and release SET; a beep Entry Memory is enabled in vehicle will sound. personalization, the positions saved to the same memory button number Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 47 1 or 2 are automatically recalled If the saved memory seat position To stop Seat Exit Memory when the vehicle is turned on, does not automatically recall or movement, press any of the or turned from off to ACC/ recalls to the wrong positions, the following memory controls: ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8 driver’s RKE transmitter number (1 . Power seat will not provide automatic memory or 2) may not match the memory recalls. button number that positions were . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B To turn Seat Entry Memory on or off, saved to. Try storing the position to the other memory button or try the . Power mirror, with the driver or see “Vehicle Personalization other RKE transmitter. passenger side mirror selected Settings” previously in this section and Vehicle Personalization 0 138. . Power steering wheel, Seat Exit Memory if equipped The shift lever must be in P (Park) Seat Exit Memory is not linked to an to start Seat Entry Memory. Seat RKE transmitter. The position saved Obstructions Entry Memory recall will complete if to B is used for all drivers. To turn If something has blocked the driver the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) Seat Exit Memory on or off, see seat and/or power steering wheel prior to reaching the saved memory "Vehicle Personalization Settings" while recalling a memory position, position. previously in this section and the recall may stop. Remove the To stop Seat Entry Memory recall Vehicle Personalization 0 138. obstruction and try the recall again. movement, turn the vehicle off or If the memory position still does not If turned on, the position saved to recall, see your dealer. press any of the following controls: B is automatically recalled when . Power seat one of the following occurs: . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B . The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened within a . Power mirror, with the driver or short time. passenger side mirror selected . The vehicle is turned off with the . Power steering wheel, driver door open. if equipped Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

48 Seats and Restraints Heated and Ventilated Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of Front Seats the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to { Warning the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for If temperature change or pain to the highest setting and one for the the skin cannot be felt, the seat lowest. If the heated seats are on heater may cause burns. To high, the level may automatically be reduce the risk of burns, use care lowered after approximately when using the seat heater, 30 minutes. especially for long periods of The passenger seat may take time. Do not place anything on Heated and Ventilated Seat longer to heat up. the seat that insulates against Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats heat, such as a blanket, cushion, Buttons Similar cover, or similar item. This may When the vehicle is on, this feature If equipped, the buttons are near the cause the seat heater to will automatically activate the climate controls on the center stack. overheat. An overheated seat heated or ventilated seats at the To operate, the engine must be heater may cause a burn or may level required by the vehicle s running. ’ damage the seat. interior temperature. Press L or M to heat the driver or The active high, medium, low, or off passenger seat. heated or ventilated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated Press { or C, if available, to or ventilated seat buttons on the ventilate the driver or passenger center stack. Use the manual seat. A ventilated seat has a fan heated or ventilated seat buttons on that pulls or pushes air through the the center stack to turn auto heated seat. The air is not cooled. or ventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 49 auto heated or ventilated seats The remote start heated or Rear Seats feature will not activate that seat. ventilated seats may be enabled or The auto heated or ventilated seats disabled in the vehicle Rear Seat Reminder feature can be programmed to personalization menu. See Remote always be enabled when the vehicle Vehicle Start 0 16 and If equipped, the message REAR is on. Vehicle Personalization 0 138. SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain See Vehicle Personalization 0 138. conditions indicating there may be Remote Start Heated and an item or passenger in the rear Ventilated Seats seat. Check before exiting the vehicle. During a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats, if equipped, can be This feature will activate when a turned on automatically. When it is second row door is opened while cold outside, the heated seats will the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes turn on followed by the heated before the vehicle is turned on. steering wheel, if equipped. When it There will be an alert when the is hot outside, the ventilated seats vehicle is turned off. The alert does turn on. The remote start heated or not directly detect objects in the rear ventilated seats may be canceled seat; instead, under certain when the ignition is turned on. Press conditions, it detects when a rear the heated or ventilated seat button door is opened and closed, to use the heated or ventilated seats indicating that there may be after the vehicle is started. something in the rear seat. The heated or ventilated seat The feature is active only once each indicator lights may not turn on time the vehicle is turned on and off, during a remote start. and will require reactivation by opening and closing the second row The temperature performance of an doors. There may be an alert even unoccupied seat may be reduced. when there is nothing in the rear This is normal. seat; for example, if a child entered Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

50 Seats and Restraints the vehicle through the rear door 2. Lift the lever below the seat and left the vehicle without the cushion and slide the seat Caution vehicle being shut off. forward or backward. Folding a rear seat with the seat The feature can be turned on or off. Entering and Exiting the belts still fastened may cause 0 See Vehicle Personalization 138. Third Row damage to the seat or the seat Rear Seat Adjustment belts. Always unbuckle the seat { Warning belts and return them to their The second row seats slide forward normal stowed position before for more room. Using the third row seating folding a rear seat. position while the second row is folded could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.

{ Warning

If the seatback and seat base are To adjust the seat position: not locked, the seat could move forward in a sudden stop or crash 1. Remove objects on the floor in and injure the occupant. Always To access the third row from the front of or on the second row push and pull on the seatbacks to driver side ( only): seat, or in the seat tracks on be sure the seatback and seat the floor. base are locked. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 51 1. Remove objects on the floor in Returning the Seat to the front of or on the second row { Warning Seating Position seat, or in the seat tracks on the floor. Remove the child from the child To return the second row seat to its restraint before moving the seat normal seating position: 2. Make sure that the seat belt is forward for third row entry or exit. 1. Remove objects on the floor unfastened and in the stowed Failure to do so may result in position. behind the second row seat or injury to the child. in the seat tracks on the floor. 3. Pull the handle on top of the seat forward and pull the seat 2. Push on the seatback until the 1. Remove objects on the floor in seat is locked into place. forward. front of the second row seat, To access the third row from the or in the seat tracks on the 3. Push and pull on the seatback passenger side: floor. and seat cushion to make sure they are locked in place. The second row passenger side seat can be easily moved for third 4. Check that the seat belt is not row entry or exit with a under the seat cushion. forward-facing child restraint Reclining the Seatbacks installed using the LATCH system. Remove a rear-facing child restraint To recline the seatbacks: before moving the seat for third row entry or exit.

2. Pull the handle on the top or side of the seat forward and pull the seat forward. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

52 Seats and Restraints Folding the Seatbacks Heated Rear Seats

{ Warning

If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 48.

1. Leaning rearward in the seat, pull the reclining seatback lever. To fold the second row seatbacks: 2. Move the seatback to the 1. Remove anything on or under desired position, and then the seat. release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 2. Pull up on the reclining seatback lever. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To return the seatback to the seating position, lift the seatback and push it rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the If equipped, the buttons are on the seatback to make sure it is locked. rear of the center console. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 53 With the engine running, press M or 3. Remove anything on or under Warning (Continued) L to heat the left or right outboard the seat. seat cushion. An indicator on the passenger seating position. Push climate control display appears and pull on the seat to make sure when this feature is on. it is locked into place. This feature turns on at the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat changes to Folding the Seatback the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the Caution highest setting, and one light indicates the lowest. If the heated Folding a rear seat with the seat seats are on high, the level may belts still fastened may cause automatically be lowered after damage to the seat or the seat approximately 30 minutes. belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their 4. Disconnect the center seat belt Third Row Seats normal stowed position before -latch, using a key in the folding a rear seat. slot on the mini-buckle, and let the belt retract into the { Warning headliner. To fold the third row seatback: Using the third row seating 1. Remove objects on the floor in position while the second row is front of or on the second row folded, or pushed forward in the seat, or in the seat tracks on entry position, could cause injury the floor. in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the 2. If the second row seat is in the full rear position, adjust it (Continued) forward to allow the third row seat to fold fully flat. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

54 Seats and Restraints 7. Push the seatback forward to 2. Push and pull on the seatback lay flat. to make sure it is locked in 8. Repeat for the other seatback, place. if necessary. { Warning Returning the Seat to the Seating Position A seat belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, To return the seatback to the seating position: or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The 1. From the rear of the vehicle, person wearing the belt could be raise the seatback to the seriously injured. After raising the 5. Stow the mini-latch in the upright position using the pull rear seatback, always check to be holder in the headliner. strap on the back of the third sure that the seat belts are row seat, or lift the seatback properly routed and attached, and and push it into place from are not twisted. inside the vehicle.

{ Warning 3. Reconnect the center seat belt mini-latch to the mini-buckle. If either seatback is not locked, it Do not let it twist. could move forward in a sudden 4. Pull on the seat belt to be sure stop or crash. That could cause the mini-latch is secure. injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. 6. Pull the release strap located on the seatback. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 55 Power Seatback Folding Seat Belts Warning (Continued) This section describes how to use seat belts properly, and some things passengers to ride in any area of not to do. the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. { Warning Always wear a seat belt, and check that all passenger(s) are Do not let anyone ride where a restrained properly too. seat belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts. seat belts, injuries can be much See Seat Belt Reminders 0 122. worse than if you are wearing If equipped, the third row seatbacks seat belts. You can be seriously Buckle to Drive Feature can also be folded forward and injured or killed by hitting things If equipped, this feature prevents returned to the upright position by inside the vehicle harder or by the vehicle from shifting out of pressing and holding the switches being ejected from the vehicle. In P (Park) when Teen Driver is active on the passenger side of the rear addition, anyone who is not and the driver seat belt is not cargo area. buckled up can strike other buckled. See “Teen Driver” in the passengers in the vehicle. infotainment manual. If the engine is It is extremely dangerous to ride running, the driver seat belt is not in a cargo area, inside or outside buckled, and the brake pedal is of a vehicle. In a collision, pressed with the vehicle in P (Park), a message displays in the Driver passengers riding in these areas Information Center (DIC). Buckle the are more likely to be seriously driver seat belt to shift out of injured or killed. Do not allow P (Park). Shifting from P (Park) will (Continued) be prevented once for each ignition Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

56 Seats and Restraints cycle. For fleet vehicles, shifting the seat belt reminder chime and When you wear a seat belt, you and from P (Park) will be prevented each light(s) will come on. See Seat Belt the vehicle slow down together. time these conditions exist. Reminders 0 122. There is more time to stop because On some models, Buckle to Drive This feature may not function you stop over a longer distance and, may also prevent shifting out of properly if the airbag readiness light when worn properly, your strongest P (Park) if a front passenger is is on. See Airbag Readiness Light bones take the forces from the seat unbuckled under similar conditions. 0 123. belts. That is why wearing seat belts A message displays in the DIC. makes such good sense. Why Seat Belts Work Buckle the front passenger seat belt Questions and Answers About to shift out of P (Park). This feature Seat Belts may not allow the vehicle to shift out of P (Park) if an object, such as a Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, after a crash if I am wearing a laptop, or other electronic device, is seat belt? on the front passenger seat. If this A: You could be — whether you are happens, remove the object from wearing a seat belt or not. Your the seat or buckle the seat belt to chance of being conscious shift out of P (Park). during and after a crash, so you If the driver or present front can unbuckle and get out, is passenger remains unbuckled, the much greater if you are belted. DIC message will turn off after Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why several seconds and the vehicle can should I have to wear seat be shifted out of P (Park). See “Seat When riding in a vehicle, you travel belts? Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the as fast as the vehicle does. If the Index for information about the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep A: Airbags are supplemental importance of proper restraint use. going until something stops you. systems only. They work with It could be the windshield, the seat belts — not instead of them. If the driver seat belt, and/or the instrument panel, or the seat belts! Whether or not an airbag is front passenger seat belt on some vehicles, is unbuckled when driving, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 57 provided, all occupants still have . Wear the shoulder belt over the to buckle up to get the most shoulder and across the chest. protection. These parts of the body are best Also, in nearly all states and in able to take belt restraining all Canadian provinces, the law forces. The shoulder belt locks if requires wearing seat belts. there is a sudden stop or crash. How to Wear Seat Belts { Warning Properly You can be seriously injured, Follow these rules for everyone's or even killed, by not wearing protection. your seat belt properly. There are additional things to know . Sit up straight and always keep about seat belts and children, your feet on the floor in front of including smaller children and you (if possible). infants. If a child will be riding in the . Always use the correct buckle vehicle, see Older Children 0 77 or for your seating position. Infants and Young Children 0 79. . Wear the lap part of the belt low Review and follow the rules for and snug on the hips, just children in addition to the following touching the thighs. In a crash, rules. this applies force to the strong It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap unbelted people are hurt more often belt. If you slid under it, the belt in crashes than those who are would apply force on your wearing seat belts. abdomen. This could cause There are important things to know serious or even fatal injuries. about wearing a seat belt properly. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

58 Seats and Restraints

Never allow the lap or shoulder belt Never wear the shoulder belt under Never route the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted. both arms or behind your back. over an armrest.

{ Warning

The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection. Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces.

Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 59 Lap-Shoulder Belt feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to All seating positions in the vehicle stowed position on the seat, have a lap-shoulder belt. move the seat rearward or If you are using a rear seating recline the seat until the position with a detachable seat belt shoulder belt retractor lock and the seat belt is not attached, releases. 0 see Third Row Seats 53 for Engaging the child restraint instructions on reconnecting the locking feature in the front seat belt to the mini-buckle. outboard seating position may The following instructions explain affect the passenger sensing how to wear a lap-shoulder belt system. See Passenger properly. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull Sensing System 0 71. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is the belt across you. Do not let adjustable, so you can sit up it get twisted. straight. To see how, see The lap-shoulder belt may lock “Seats” in the Index. if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. See Child Restraint Systems 0 81. If this occurs, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the locking Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

60 Seats and Restraints If the webbing locks in the latch To unlatch the belt, push the button plate before it reaches the on the buckle. The belt should buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to return to its stowed position. unlock. Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer. 4. To make the lap part tight, pull Before a door is closed, be sure the up on the shoulder belt. seat belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a seat belt, damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Seat Belt Pretensioners Pull up on the latch plate to This vehicle has seat belt make sure it is secure. If the pretensioners for the front outboard belt is not long enough, see occupants. Although the seat belt Seat Belt Extender 0 63. pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the seat belt assembly. Position the release button on They can help tighten the seat belts the buckle so that the seat belt during the early stages of a could be quickly unbuckled if moderate to severe frontal, near necessary. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 61 activation are met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help tighten Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event. and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take Pretensioners work only once. If the belt restraining forces. pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle’s seat belt Rear seat belt comfort guides may system will need to be replaced. provide added seat belt comfort for See Replacing Seat Belt System older children who have outgrown Parts after a Crash 0 64. booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, Do not sit on the outboard seat belt the comfort guide positions the 1. Remove the guide from its while entering or exiting the vehicle shoulder belt away from the neck storage pocket on the side of or at any time while sitting in the and head. the seat. seat. Sitting on the seat belt can damage the webbing and hardware. Second Row Outboard Seating Positions Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides The vehicle has comfort guides for the second row outboard seating { Warning positions. The comfort guides are A seat belt that is not properly stored in a pocket on the side of the seatback. worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The To install: person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

62 Seats and Restraints 2. Place the guide over the belt, they are available through your and insert the two edges of the dealer. Instructions are included belt into the slots of the guide. with the guides. Third Row Seating Positions Comfort guides are available through your dealer for the third row seating positions. Instructions are included with the guides. Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy 4. Buckle, position, and release Seat belts work for everyone, the seat belt as described including pregnant women. Like all previously in this section. Make occupants, they are more likely to sure that the shoulder belt be seriously injured if they do not 3. Be sure that the belt is not crosses the shoulder. The belt wear seat belts. twisted and it lies flat. The should be close to, but not elastic cord must be behind the contacting, the neck. belt with the plastic guide on To remove and store the comfort the front. guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the seat belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide back into its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. If the comfort guides are not equipped on the second row outboard seating positions seat belt, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 63 Seat Belt Extender seat belt system from performing properly. See your dealer to have it If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted around you, you should use it. seat belts may not protect you in a But if a seat belt is not long enough, crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can your dealer will order you an rip apart under impact forces. If a extender. When you go in to order it, belt is torn or frayed, have it take the heaviest coat you will wear, replaced immediately. If a belt is so the extender will be long enough twisted, it may be possible to for you. To help avoid personal untwist by reversing the latch plate injury, do not let someone else use on the webbing. If the twist cannot it, and use it only for the seat it is be corrected, ask your dealer to fix it. A pregnant woman should wear a made to fit. The extender has been lap-shoulder belt, and the lap designed for adults. Never use it for Make sure the seat belt reminder portion should be worn as low as securing child restraints. For more light is working. See Seat Belt possible, below the rounding, information on the proper use and fit Reminders 0 122. throughout the pregnancy. of seat belt extenders see the instruction sheet that comes with Keep seat belts clean and dry. See 0 The best way to protect the fetus is the extender. Seat Belt Care 63. to protect the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly, it is more likely Safety System Check Seat Belt Care that the fetus will not be hurt in a Keep belts clean and dry. crash. For pregnant women, as for Periodically check the seat belt anyone, the key to making seat reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch Seat belts should be properly cared belts effective is wearing them plates, retractors, shoulder belt for and maintained. height adjusters (if equipped), and properly. Seat belt hardware should be kept seat belt anchorages to make sure they are all in working order. Look dry and free of dust or debris. As for any other loose or damaged seat necessary, exterior hard surfaces belt system parts that might keep a and seat belt webbing may be lightly cleaned with mild soap and water. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

64 Seats and Restraints Ensure there is not excessive dust Replacing Seat Belt New parts and repairs may be or debris in the mechanism. If dust necessary even if the seat belt or debris exists in the system please System Parts after a system was not being used at the see the dealer. Parts may need to Crash time of the crash. be replaced to ensure proper Have the seat belt pretensioners functionality of the system. { Warning checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light { Warning A crash can damage the seat belt stays on after you start the vehicle system in the vehicle. A damaged or while you are driving. See Airbag Do not bleach or dye seat belt seat belt system may not properly Readiness Light 0 123. webbing. It may severely weaken protect the person using it, the webbing. In a crash, they resulting in serious injury or even might not be able to provide death in a crash. To help make adequate protection. Clean and sure the seat belt systems are rinse seat belt webbing only with working properly after a crash, mild soap and lukewarm water. have them inspected and any Allow the webbing to dry. necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

After a minor crash, replacement of seat belts may not be necessary. But the seat belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the seat belt assemblies inspected or replaced. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 65 Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label { Warning The vehicle has the following near the deployment opening. airbags: You can be severely injured or For frontal airbags, the word killed in a crash if you are not . A frontal airbag for the driver AIRBAG is on the center of the wearing your seat belt, even with . A frontal airbag for the front steering wheel for the driver and on airbags. Airbags are designed to outboard passenger the instrument panel for the front work with seat belts, not replace outboard passenger. . A front center airbag for the them. Also, airbags are not driver and front outboard For the front center airbag, the word designed to inflate in every crash. passenger AIRBAG is on the inboard side of In some crashes seat belts are the driver seatback. the only restraint. See When . A seat-mounted side impact Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 68. airbag for the driver For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the Wearing your seat belt during a . A seat-mounted side impact side of the seatback or side of the crash helps reduce your chance airbag for the front outboard seat closest to the door. passenger of hitting things inside the vehicle For roof-rail airbags, the word or being ejected from it. Airbags . A roof-rail airbag for the driver AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. are “supplemental restraints” to and for the second and third row Airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts. Everyone in the passengers seated directly vehicle should wear a seat belt behind the driver the protection provided by seat belts. Even though today's airbags properly, whether or not there is . A roof-rail airbag for the front are also designed to help reduce an airbag for that person. outboard passenger and the the risk of injury from the force of an second and third row inflating bag, all airbags must inflate passengers seated directly very quickly to do their job. behind the front outboard passenger Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or force and faster than the blink of sleep against the front center an eye, anyone who is up armrest or console in vehicles against, or very close to any with a front center airbag. There is an airbag readiness light airbag when it inflates can be Occupants should not lean on or on the instrument cluster, which seriously injured or killed. Do not sleep against the door or side shows the airbag symbol. sit unnecessarily close to any windows in seating positions with airbag, as you would be if sitting The system checks the airbag seat-mounted side impact airbags electrical system for malfunctions. on the edge of the seat or leaning and/or roof-rail airbags. forward. Seat belts help keep you The light tells you if there is an in position before and during a electrical problem. See Airbag 0 crash. Always wear a seat belt, Readiness Light 123. even with airbags. The driver { Warning should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of Children who are up against, the vehicle. The seat belts and or very close to, any airbag when the front outboard passenger it inflates can be seriously injured airbags are most effective when or killed. Always secure children you are sitting well back and properly in the vehicle. To read 0 upright in the seat with both feet how, see Older Children 77 or 0 on the floor. Infants and Young Children 79. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 67 Where Are the Airbags?

The front center airbag is in the Driver Side Shown, Passenger inboard side of the driver seatback. Side Similar The driver frontal airbag is in the The driver and front outboard center of the steering wheel. passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the The front outboard passenger seatbacks closest to the door. frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

68 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an This vehicle is equipped with inflating airbag must be kept airbags. See Airbag System 0 65. clear. Do not put anything Airbags are designed to inflate if the between an occupant and an impact exceeds the specific airbag airbag, and do not attach or put system's deployment threshold. anything on the steering wheel Deployment thresholds are used to hub or on or near any other predict how severe a crash is likely airbag covering. to be in time for the airbags to Do not use seat or console inflate and help restrain the Driver Side Shown, Passenger accessories that block the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the Side Similar inflation path of a seat-mounted airbag system determine the side impact airbag or the front The roof-rail airbags for the driver, severity of the impact. Deployment front outboard passenger, and center airbag. thresholds can vary with specific second and third row outboard Never secure anything to the roof vehicle design. passengers are in the ceiling above of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags the side windows. Frontal airbags are designed to by routing a rope or tie-down inflate in moderate to severe frontal through any door or window or near frontal crashes to help { Warning opening. If you do, the path of an reduce the potential for severe inflating roof-rail airbag will be injuries, mainly to the driver's or If something is between an blocked. front outboard passenger's head occupant and an airbag, the and chest. airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into Whether the frontal airbags will or that person causing severe injury should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 69 It depends on what is hit, the side. The front center airbag is not In any particular crash, no one can direction of the impact, and how designed to inflate in frontal say whether an airbag should have quickly the vehicle slows down. impacts, near frontal impacts, inflated simply because of the Frontal airbags may inflate at or rear impacts. vehicle damage or repair costs. different crash speeds depending on Seat-mounted side impact airbags whether the vehicle hits an object are designed to inflate in moderate What Makes an Airbag straight on or at an angle, and to severe side crashes depending Inflate? whether the object is fixed or on the location of the impact. In a deployment event, the sensing moving, rigid or deformable, narrow Seat-mounted side impact airbags system sends an electrical signal or wide. are not designed to inflate in frontal triggering a release of gas from the impacts, near frontal impacts, Frontal airbags are not intended to inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the rollovers, or rear impacts. inflate during vehicle rollovers, in airbag causing the bag to break out A seat-mounted side impact airbag rear impacts, or in many side of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, is designed to inflate on the side of impacts. and related hardware are all part of the vehicle that is struck. In addition, the vehicle has the airbag module. Roof-rail airbags are designed to advanced technology frontal For airbag locations, see Where Are inflate in moderate to severe side airbags. Advanced technology the Airbags? 0 67. frontal airbags adjust the restraint crashes depending on the location according to crash severity. of the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to How Does an Airbag The front center airbag is designed inflate during a rollover or in a Restrain? to inflate in moderate to severe side severe frontal impact. Roof-rail In moderate to severe frontal or crashes depending upon the airbags are not designed to inflate in near frontal collisions, even belted location of the impact, when either rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags occupants can contact the steering side of the vehicle is struck. In will inflate when either side of the wheel or the instrument panel. In addition, the front center airbag is vehicle is struck, if the sensing moderate to severe side collisions, designed to inflate when the system predicts that the vehicle is even belted occupants can contact sensing system predicts that the about to roll over on its side, or in a the inside of the vehicle. vehicle is about to roll over on its severe frontal impact. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

70 Seats and Restraints Airbags supplement the protection What Will You See after provided by seat belts by { Warning distributing the force of the impact an Airbag Inflates? more evenly over the After frontal and seat-mounted side When an airbag inflates, there occupant's body. impact airbags inflate, they quickly may be dust in the air. This dust deflate, so quickly that some people could cause breathing problems Rollover capable roof-rail airbags for people with a history of are designed to help contain the may not even realize the airbags inflated. The front center airbag and asthma or other breathing trouble. head and chest of occupants in the To avoid this, everyone in the outboard seating positions in the roof-rail airbags may still be at least vehicle should get out as soon as first, second, and third rows. The partially inflated for some time after it is safe to do so. If you have rollover capable roof-rail airbags are they inflate. Some components of designed to help reduce the risk of the airbag module may be hot for breathing problems but cannot full or partial ejection in rollover several minutes. For location of the get out of the vehicle after an airbags, see Where Are the airbag inflates, then get fresh air events, although no system can 0 prevent all such ejections. Airbags? 67. by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, problems following an airbag types of collisions, primarily deployment, you should seek because the occupant's motion is but not too hot to touch. There may medical attention. not toward those airbags. See When be some smoke and dust coming Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 68. from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not Airbags should never be regarded The vehicle has a feature that may prevent the driver from seeing out of automatically unlock the doors, turn as anything more than a supplement the windshield or being able to steer to seat belts. on the interior lamps and hazard the vehicle, nor does it prevent warning flashers, and shut off the people from leaving the vehicle. fuel system after the airbags inflate. The feature may also activate, without airbag inflation, after an event that exceeds a predetermined threshold. After turning the ignition Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 71 off and then on again, the fuel In many crashes severe enough to an airbag system will not work system will return to normal inflate the airbag, are properly. See your dealer for operation; the doors can be locked, broken by vehicle deformation. service. the interior lamps can be turned off, Additional windshield breakage may and the hazard warning flashers can also occur from the front outboard Passenger Sensing be turned off using the controls for passenger airbag. System those features. If any of these . Airbags are designed to inflate The vehicle has a passenger systems are damaged in the crash only once. After an airbag sensing system for the front they may not operate as normal. inflates, you will need some new outboard passenger position. The parts for the airbag system. passenger airbag status indicator { Warning If you do not get them, the will light on the overhead console airbag system will not be there when the vehicle is started. A crash severe enough to inflate to help protect you in another the airbags may have also crash. A new system will include damaged important functions in airbag modules and possibly the vehicle, such as the fuel other parts. The service manual system, brake and steering for the vehicle covers the need systems, etc. Even if the vehicle to replace other parts. appears to be drivable after a . The vehicle has a crash sensing moderate crash, there may be and diagnostic module which concealed damage that could records information after a The words ON and OFF, and the make it difficult to safely operate crash. See Vehicle Data symbols for on and off, will be the vehicle. Recording and Privacy 0 357 visible during the system check. When the system check is Use caution if you should attempt and 0 complete, either the word ON or to restart the engine after a crash Event Data Recorders 357. OFF, and the symbol for on or off, has occurred. . Let only qualified technicians will be visible. See Passenger work on the airbag systems. Airbag Status Indicator 0 123. Improper service can mean that Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

72 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard { Warning Warning (Continued) passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger is affected by the passenger restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far sensing system. or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear The passenger sensing system the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another works with sensors that are part of restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child the front outboard passenger seat the inflating airbag. A child in a when a rear seat is not available. and seat belt. The sensors are forward-facing child restraint can designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and be seriously injured or killed if the The passenger sensing system is determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates designed to turn off the front passenger frontal airbag should be and the passenger seat is in a outboard passenger frontal airbag if: forward position. allowed to inflate or not. . The front outboard passenger According to accident statistics, Even if the passenger sensing seat is unoccupied. system has turned off the children are safer when properly . The system determines an infant passenger frontal airbag, no secured in a rear seat in the correct is present in a child restraint. child restraint for their weight system is fail-safe. No one can and size. guarantee that an airbag will not . A front outboard passenger deploy under some unusual takes his/her weight off of the Whenever possible, children aged seat for a period of time. 12 and under should be secured in circumstance, even though the a rear seating position. airbag is turned off. . There is a critical problem with Never put a rear-facing child the airbag system or the Never put a rear-facing child seat in passenger sensing system. the front. This is because the risk to restraint in the front seat, even if the rear-facing child is so great, the airbag is off. If securing a When the passenger sensing if the airbag inflates. forward-facing child restraint in system has turned off the front (Continued) outboard passenger frontal airbag, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 73 the OFF indicator will light and stay 3. Remove any additional items lit as a reminder that the airbag is { Warning from the seat such as blankets, off. See Passenger Airbag Status cushions, seat covers, seat Indicator 0 123. If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers. comes on and stays on, it means The passenger sensing system is that something may be wrong 4. Reinstall the child restraint designed to turn on the front with the airbag system. To help following the directions outboard passenger frontal airbag avoid injury to yourself or others, provided by the child restraint anytime the system senses that a have the vehicle serviced right manufacturer and refer to person of adult size is sitting Securing Child Restraints (With away. See Airbag Readiness properly in the front outboard the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) Light 0 123 for more information, passenger seat. 0 94 or including important safety When the passenger sensing Securing Child Restraints (With information. the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) system has allowed the airbag to be 0 enabled, the ON indicator will light 96. and stay lit as a reminder that the If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Make sure the seat belt airbag is active. Child Restraint retractor is locked by pulling For some children, including The passenger sensing system is the shoulder belt all the way children in child restraints, and for designed to turn off the front out of the retractor when very small adults, the passenger outboard passenger frontal airbag if installing the child restraint, sensing system may or may not turn the system determines that an infant even if the child restraint is off the front outboard passenger is present in a child restraint. If a equipped with a seat belt lock frontal airbag, depending upon the child restraint has been installed off. When the retractor lock is person's seating posture and body and the ON indicator is lit: set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the build. Everyone in the vehicle who 1. Turn the vehicle off. has outgrown child restraints should retractor. wear a seat belt properly — whether 2. Remove the child restraint from 5. If, after reinstalling the child or not there is an airbag for that the vehicle. restraint and restarting the person. vehicle, the ON indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

74 Seats and Restraints slightly recline the vehicle If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material seatback and adjust the seat Adult-Sized Occupant from the seat, such as cushion, if adjustable, to make blankets, cushions, seat sure that the vehicle seatback covers, seat heaters, or seat is not pushing the child massagers. restraint into the seat cushion. 3. Place the seatback in the fully Also make sure the child upright position. restraint is not trapped under 4. Have the person sit upright in the vehicle head restraint. the seat, centered on the seat If this happens, adjust the head cushion, with legs comfortably restraint. See Head Restraints extended. 0 40. 5. If the shoulder portion of the 6. Restart the vehicle. belt is pulled out all the way, The passenger sensing system may the child restraint locking or may not turn off the airbag for a feature will be engaged. This If a person of adult size is sitting in child in a child restraint depending may unintentionally cause the the front outboard passenger seat, upon the child s size. It is better to passenger sensing system to ’ but the OFF indicator is lit, it could secure the child restraint in a rear turn the airbag off for some be because that person is not sitting seat. Never put a rear-facing child adult-sized occupants. If this properly in the seat or that the child restraint in the front seat, even if the happens, unbuckle the belt, let restraint locking feature is engaged. ON indicator is not lit. the belt go back all the way, Use the following steps to allow the and then buckle the belt again system to detect that person and without pulling the belt out all enable the front outboard passenger the way. frontal airbag: 6. Restart the vehicle and have 1. Turn the vehicle off. the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the ON indicator is lit. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 75 A thick layer of additional material, { Warning such as a blanket or cushion, Warning (Continued) or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat seatback may interfere with the airbag is turned off for an massagers can affect how well the proper operation of the passenger adult-sized occupant, the airbag passenger sensing system sensing system. will not be able to inflate and help operates. We recommend that you protect that person in a crash, not use seat covers or other Servicing the resulting in an increased risk of aftermarket equipment except when serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific Airbag-Equipped Vehicle adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to Airbags affect how the vehicle 0 ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 76 should be serviced. There are parts passenger seat, if the passenger for more information about of the airbag system in several airbag OFF indicator is lit. modifications that can affect how places around the vehicle. Your the system operates. dealer and the service manual have Additional Factors Affecting The ON indicator may be lit if an information about servicing the System Operation object, such as a briefcase, vehicle and the airbag system. To handbag, grocery bag, laptop, purchase a service manual, see Seat belts help keep the passenger or other electronic device, is Publication Ordering Information in position on the seat during an unoccupied seat. If this is not 0 354. vehicle maneuvers and braking, desired, remove the object from which helps the passenger sensing the seat. { Warning system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and { Warning For up to 10 seconds after the “Child Restraints” in the Index for vehicle is turned off and the additional information about the Stowing articles under the battery is disconnected, an airbag importance of proper restraint use. passenger seat or between the can still inflate during improper passenger seat cushion and service. You can be injured if you (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

76 Seats and Restraints . Front seats, including stitching, of the seat fabric, could also Warning (Continued) seams or zippers interfere with the operation of the . Seat belts passenger sensing system. This are close to an airbag when it could either prevent proper inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. . Steering wheel, instrument deployment of the passenger They are probably part of the panel, overhead console, ceiling airbag(s) or prevent the passenger airbag system. Be sure to follow trim, or garnish trim sensing system from properly proper service procedures, and . Inner door seals, including turning off the passenger airbag(s). make sure the person performing speakers See Passenger Sensing System work for you is qualified to do so. 0 71. Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Adding Equipment to the of the airbag modules and sensors, airbags, see Different Size 0 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle sensing and diagnostic module, and and Wheels 300 for additional airbag wiring along with the proper important information. Adding accessories that change the replacement procedures. If the vehicle must be modified vehicle's frame, bumper system, because you have a disability and height, front end, or side sheet In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the you have questions about whether metal may keep the airbag system the modifications will affect the from working properly. front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors that are part vehicle's airbag system, or if you The operation of the airbag system of the passenger's seat. The have questions about whether the can also be affected by changing, passenger sensing system may not airbag system will be affected if the including improperly repairing or operate properly if the original seat vehicle is modified for any other replacing, any parts of the following: trim is replaced with non-GM reason, call Customer Assistance. See Customer Assistance Offices . Airbag system, including airbag covers, upholstery, or trim, or with 0 347. modules, front or side impact GM covers, upholstery, or trim sensors, sensing and diagnostic designed for a different vehicle. Any module, airbag wiring, or front object, such as an aftermarket seat center console heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 77 Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash regularly scheduled maintenance or Older Children replacement. Make sure the airbag { Warning readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 123. A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. Caution A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting opened, or broken, the airbag in serious injury or even death. To may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag open or break the airbag systems are working properly coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as covering and/or airbag module possible. Older children who have outgrown replaced. For the location of the booster seats should wear the airbags, see Where Are the vehicle’s seat belts. 0 If an airbag inflates, you will need to Airbags? 67. See your dealer replace airbag system parts. See The manufacturer instructions that for service. your dealer for service. come with the booster seat state the If the airbag readiness light stays on weight and height limitations for that after the vehicle is started or comes booster. Use a booster seat with a on when you are driving, the airbag lap-shoulder belt until the child system may not work properly. Have passes the fit test below: the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 123. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

78 Seats and Restraints . Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to Do the knees bend at the seat wear seat belts? { Warning edge? If yes, continue. If no, A: An older child should wear a return to the booster seat. Never allow more than one child lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt. The . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. additional restraint a shoulder seat belt cannot properly spread Does the shoulder belt rest on belt can provide. The shoulder the impact forces. In a crash, they the shoulder? If yes, continue. belt should not cross the face or can be crushed together and If no, try using the rear seat belt neck. The lap belt should fit seriously injured. A seat belt must comfort guide, if available. See snugly below the hips, just be used by only one person at Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides touching the top of the thighs. “ ” a time. under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 59. This applies belt force to the If a comfort guide is not child's pelvic bones in a crash. available, or if the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the still does not rest on the abdomen, which could cause shoulder, then return to the severe or even fatal internal booster seat. injuries in a crash. . Does the lap belt fit low and Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort snug on the hips, touching the Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt thighs? If yes, continue. If no, 0 59. return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics, . Can proper seat belt fit be children are safer when properly maintained for the length of the restrained in a rear seating position. trip? If yes, continue. If no, In a crash, children who are not return to the booster seat. buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Never allow a child to wear the Children can be seriously injured seat belt with the shoulder belt or strangled if a shoulder belt is behind their back. A child can be wrapped around their neck. The seriously injured by not wearing shoulder belt can tighten but the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a cannot be loosened if it is locked. crash, the child would not be The shoulder belt locks when it is restrained by the shoulder belt. pulled all the way out of the The child could move too far retractor. It unlocks when the forward increasing the chance of shoulder belt is allowed to go all head and neck injury. The child the way back into the retractor, might also slide under the lap Infants and Young but it cannot do this if it is belt. The belt force would then be Children wrapped around a child’s neck. applied right on the abdomen. If the shoulder belt is locked and Everyone in a vehicle needs That could cause serious or fatal tightened around a child’s neck, protection! This includes infants and injuries. The shoulder belt should the only way to loosen the belt is all other children. Neither the go over the shoulder and across to cut it. distance traveled nor the age and the chest. size of the traveler changes the Never leave children unattended need, for everyone, to use safety in a vehicle and never allow restraints. In fact, the law in every children to play with the seat state in the United States and in belts. every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

80 Seats and Restraints appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle’s seat belt system nor its Warning (Continued) airbag system is designed for them. front passenger seat, always Children who are not restrained move the front passenger seat as properly can strike other people, far back as it will go. or can be thrown out of the vehicle. If a child restraint is installed in { Warning the second row center seat, move the second row seat to the Never hold an infant or a child rearward position, whenever while riding in a vehicle. Due to possible, to minimize contact with crash forces, an infant or a child the front center airbag. will become so heavy it is not { Warning possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only Children who are up against, 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) or very close to, any airbag when infant will suddenly become a it inflates can be seriously injured 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's or killed. Never put a rear-facing arms. An infant or child should be child restraint in the front secured in an appropriate child passenger seat. Secure a restraint. rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If a forward-facing child restraint must be secured in the (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 81 Child restraints are devices used to restraint. In addition, there are many restrain, seat, or position children in kinds of child restraints available for Warning (Continued) the vehicle and are sometimes children with special needs. called child seats or car seats. the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children There are three basic types of { Warning should always be secured in an child restraints: To reduce the risk of neck and appropriate child restraint. . Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and . Rear-facing child restraints toddlers should be secured in a Child Restraint Systems rear-facing child restraint until age . Belt-positioning booster seats two, or until they reach the The proper child restraint for your maximum height and weight limits child depends on their size, weight, of their child restraint. and age, and also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used. { Warning For each type of child restraint, there are many different models A young child's hip bones are still available. When purchasing a child so small that the vehicle seat belt restraint, be sure it is designed to be may not remain low on the hip used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the bones, as it should. Instead, it child restraint will have a label may settle up around the child's saying that it meets federal motor Rear-Facing Infant Restraint abdomen. In a crash, the belt vehicle safety standards. A rear-facing child restraint provides would apply force on a body area The instruction manual that is restraint with the seating surface that is unprotected by any bony against the back of the infant. provided with the child restraint structure. This alone could cause states the weight and height serious or fatal injuries. To reduce limitations for that particular child (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

82 Seats and Restraints The harness system holds the infant Securing an Add-On Child in place and, in a crash, acts to Restraint in the Vehicle keep the infant positioned in the restraint. { Warning

A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system, following the Booster Seats instructions that came with that A belt-positioning booster seat is child restraint and the instructions used for children who have in this manual. outgrown their forward-facing child Forward-Facing Child Restraint restraint. Boosters are designed to To help reduce the chance of injury, A forward-facing child restraint improve the fit of the vehicle's seat the child restraint must be secured provides restraint for the child's belt system until the child is large in the vehicle. Child restraints must body with the harness. enough for the vehicle seat belts to be secured in vehicle seats by lap fit properly without a booster seat. belts or the lap belt portion of a See the seat belt fit test in Older 0 lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH Children 77. system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 84 for more information. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 83 When securing an add-on child inspection station. For CPST The vehicle is equipped with a front restraint, refer to the following: availability in Canada, check with center airbag in the inboard side of 1. Instruction labels provided on Transport Canada or the Provincial the driver seat. Even with a front the child restraint Ministry of Transportation office. center airbag, a child restraint can be installed in any second row 2. Instruction manual provided Securing the Child Within the seating position. with the child restraint Child Restraint Never put a rear-facing child 3. This vehicle owner's manual restraint in the front. This is because { Warning The child restraint instructions are the risk to the rear-facing child is so important, so if they are not A child can be seriously injured or great if the airbag deploys. available, obtain a replacement killed in a crash if the child is not copy from the manufacturer. properly secured in the child { Warning restraint. Secure the child Keep in mind that an unsecured A child in a rear-facing child properly following the instructions child restraint can move around in a restraint can be seriously injured collision or sudden stop and injure that came with that child restraint. or killed if the front passenger people in the vehicle. Be sure to airbag inflates. This is because properly secure any child restraint in the back of the rear-facing child the vehicle — even when no child is Where to Put the in it. Restraint restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a In some areas Certified Child According to accident statistics, forward-facing child restraint can Passenger Safety Technicians children and infants are safer when be seriously injured or killed if the (CPSTs) are available to inspect properly restrained in an appropriate front passenger airbag inflates and demonstrate how to correctly child restraint secured in a rear and the passenger seat is in a use and install child restraints. In seating position. forward position. the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Whenever possible, children aged (Continued) Administration (NHTSA) website to 12 and under should be secured in locate the nearest a rear seating position. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

84 Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint with properly secure any child restraint in Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a rear seat position, the vehicle — even when no child is study the instructions that came with in it. Even if the passenger sensing the child restraint to make sure it is system has turned off the front compatible with this vehicle. Lower Anchors and passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can Child restraints and booster seats Tethers for Children guarantee that an airbag will not vary considerably in size, and some (LATCH System) deploy under some unusual may fit in certain seating positions better than others. The LATCH system secures a child circumstance, even though it is restraint during driving or in a crash. turned off. Depending on where you place the LATCH attachments on the child child restraint and the size of the restraint are used to attach the child Secure rear-facing child restraints child restraint, you may not be able in a rear seat, even if the airbag restraint to the anchors in the to access adjacent seat belts or vehicle. The LATCH system is is off. If you secure a LATCH anchors for additional forward-facing child restraint in designed to make installation of a passengers or child restraints. child restraint easier. the front seat, always move the Adjacent seating positions should front passenger seat as far back not be used if the child restraint In order to use the LATCH system in as it will go. It is better to secure prevents access to or interferes with your vehicle, you need a child the child restraint in a rear seat. the routing of the seat belt. restraint that has LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible See Passenger Sensing System Wherever a child restraint is 0 rear-facing and forward-facing child 71 for additional information. installed, be sure to follow the seats can be properly installed instructions that came with the child If a child restraint is installed in a using either the LATCH anchors or restraint and secure the child the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use second row center seat, move the restraint properly. second row seat to the rearward both the seat belts and the LATCH position, whenever possible, to Keep in mind that an unsecured anchorage system to secure a minimize contact with the front child restraint can move around in a rear-facing or forward-facing center airbag. collision or sudden stop and injure child seat. people in the vehicle. Be sure to Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 85 Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat child and restraint are greater than belts to secure the child and the 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat belt with booster seat. If the manufacturer the top tether anchorage only. recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system, this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on the child. Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether. For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child restraint where the combined weight of the child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb), use either the lower LATCH anchorages with the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt with the top tether anchorage. Where the combined weight of the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

86 Seats and Restraints Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X Weight of the LATCH Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Seat Belt and Child + Child – – Anchors Only Anchors and Top Top Tether Restraint Tether Anchor Anchor Rear-Facing Up to XX Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Rear-Facing Greater than X Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Up to XX Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Greater than X Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)

See Securing Child Restraints (With The following explains how to attach the child restraint. See Securing the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 94 a child restraint with these Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt or attachments in the vehicle. in the Rear Seat) 0 94 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Securing Child Restraints (With the 0 Not all vehicle seating positions 0 Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 96. have lower anchors. In this case, Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 96. Child restraints built after March the seat belt must be used (with top 2014 will be labeled with the tether where available) to secure specific child weight up to which the LATCH system can be used to install the restraint. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 87 Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure built into the vehicle. There are two the top of the child restraint to the lower anchors for each LATCH vehicle. A top tether anchor is built seating position that will into the vehicle. The top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment hook (2) on the child lower attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Second Row — Captain’s Chairs Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top tether to I : Seating positions with top the anchor. tether anchors. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

88 Seats and Restraints H : Seating positions with two lower anchors.

To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the anchor.

Third Row I : Seating positions with top Second Row — 60/40 Bench tether anchors. I : Seating positions with top tether anchors. H : Seating positions with two lower anchors.

Second Row — Captain’s Chairs To assist in locating the lower Shown, Bench Similar anchors, each seating position with The top tether anchors are on the lower anchors has two labels with rear of the seatback for each the lower anchor symbol on them, seating position in the second row. near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 89 Be sure to use an anchor located the instructions that come with the directly behind the seating position child restraint say that the top tether { Warning where the child restraint will be must be attached. placed. To reduce the risk of serious or According to accident statistics, fatal injuries during a crash, do children and infants are safer when not attach more than one child properly restrained in a child restraint to a single anchor. restraint system or infant restraint Attaching more than one child system secured in a rear seating restraint to a single anchor could position. See Where to Put the cause the anchor or attachment Restraint 0 83 for additional to come loose or even break information. during a crash. A child or others Securing a Child Restraint could be injured. Designed for the LATCH System { Warning Third Row { Warning Children can be seriously injured The top tether anchors are on the A child could be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is rear of the seatback for each or killed in a crash if the child seating position in the third row. wrapped around their neck. The restraint is not properly attached shoulder belt can tighten but Be sure to use an anchor located to the vehicle using either the cannot be loosened if it is locked. directly behind the seating position LATCH anchors or the vehicle The shoulder belt locks when it is where the child restraint will be seat belt. Follow the instructions pulled all the way out of the placed. that came with the child restraint retractor. It unlocks when the Do not secure a child restraint in a and the instructions in this shoulder belt is allowed to go all position without a top tether anchor manual. the way back into the retractor, if a national or local law requires (Continued) that the top tether be attached, or if Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

90 Seats and Restraints installation of the child Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See "Head but it cannot do this if it is Do not fold the rear seatback Restraint Removal and wrapped around a child’s neck. when the seat is occupied. Do not Reinstallation" at the end of If the shoulder belt is locked and fold the empty rear seat with a this section. tightened around a child’s neck, seat belt buckled. This could the only way to loosen the belt is damage the seat belt or the seat. 2. Attach and tighten the lower to cut it. Unbuckle and return the seat belt attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint to its stowed position, before Buckle any unused seat belts does not have lower folding the seat. behind the child restraint so attachments or the desired children cannot reach them. Pull seating position does not have the shoulder belt all the way out The vehicle is equipped with a front lower anchors, secure the child of the retractor to set the lock, center airbag in the inboard side of restraint with the top tether and and tighten the belt behind the the driver seat. Even with a front the seat belt. Refer to your child restraint after the child center airbag, a child restraint can child restraint manufacturer restraint has been installed. be installed in any second row instructions and the seating position. If a child restraint is instructions in this manual. installed in a second row center 2.1. Find the lower anchors seat, move the second row seat to for the desired seating Caution the rearward position, whenever position. possible, to minimize contact with Do not let the LATCH the front center airbag. 2.2. To access the lower attachments rub against the anchors in the second If you need to secure more than one vehicle s seat belts. This may row, it may help to recline ’ child restraint in the rear seat, see damage these parts. If necessary, the seatback. Where to Put the Restraint 0 83. move buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the head restraint (Continued) interferes with the proper Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 91 Third row seatbacks must 3.2. Route, attach, and tighten be upright before placing the top tether according the child restraint on to your child restraint the seat. instructions and the 2.3. Put the child restraint on following instructions: the seat. 2.4. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower If the position you are anchors. using does not have a If necessary, adjust the head restraint and you angle of the second row are using a dual tether, seatback to achieve a route the tether over the tight installation. Make seatback. sure the second row If the position you are bench seatbacks are using does not have a aligned at the same head restraint and you angle. are using a single tether, route the tether over the 3. If the child restraint seatback. manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if the vehicle has one. Refer to the child restraint instructions If the position you are and the following steps: using has an adjustable head restraint and you 3.1. Find the top tether are using a single tether, anchor. raise the head restraint Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

92 Seats and Restraints and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts.

If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are If the position you are using a dual tether, route using has a fixed head the tether around the restraint and you are head restraint. using a single tether, 4. Before placing a child in the route the tether under the child restraint, make sure it is If the position you are head restraint and in securely held in place. To using has an adjustable between the head check, grasp the child restraint head restraint and you restraint posts or around at the LATCH path and attempt are using a dual tether, the outboard side of the to move it side to side and raise head restraint and head restraint. back and forth. There should route the tether around be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of the head restraint posts. movement, for proper installation. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 93 Head Restraint Removal and 2. Press both buttons on the head Reinstallation restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on the head The second row outboard head restraint. restraints can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation 3. Store the head restraint in the of the child restraint. cargo area of the vehicle. The third row head restraints cannot 4. When the child restraint is be removed. removed, reinstall the head restraint before the seating To remove the second row head position is used. restraint: 1. Partially fold the seatback { Warning forward. See Rear Seats 0 49 1. Insert the head restraint posts for additional information. With head restraints that are not into the holes in the top of the installed and adjusted properly, seatback. The notches on the posts must face the driver side there is a greater chance that of the vehicle. occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not 2. Push the head restraint down. drive until the head restraints for 3. Try to move the head restraint all occupants are installed and to make sure that it is locked in adjusted properly. place.

To reinstall the head restraint: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

94 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Parts After a Crash (With the Seat Belt in the Children (LATCH System) 0 84 for Rear Seat) top tether anchor locations. { Warning The vehicle is equipped with a front Do not secure a child seat in a A crash can damage the LATCH center airbag in the inboard side of position without a top tether anchor system in the vehicle. A damaged the driver seat. Even with a front if a national or local law requires LATCH system may not properly center airbag, a child restraint can that the top tether be anchored, or if be installed in any second row the instructions that come with the secure the child restraint, seating position. If you install a child child restraint say that the top tether resulting in serious injury or even restraint in a second row center must be anchored. death in a crash. To help make seat, move the second row seat to In Canada, the law requires that sure the LATCH system is the rearward position, whenever forward-facing child restraints have working properly after a crash, possible, to minimize contact with a top tether, and that the tether be see your dealer to have the the front center airbag. system inspected and any attached. When securing a child restraint with necessary replacements made as If the child restraint or vehicle seat the seat belts in a rear seat position, soon as possible. position does not have the LATCH study the instructions that came with system, you will be using the seat the child restraint to make sure it is belt to secure the child restraint. If the vehicle has the LATCH system compatible with this vehicle. Be sure to follow the instructions and it was being used during a If the child restraint has the LATCH that came with the child restraint. crash, new LATCH system parts system, see Lower Anchors and If more than one child restraint may be needed. Tethers for Children (LATCH needs to be installed in the rear New parts and repairs may be System) 0 84 for how and where to seat, be sure to read Where to Put necessary even if the LATCH install the child restraint using the Restraint 0 83. system was not being used at the LATCH. If a child restraint is time of the crash. secured in the vehicle using a seat 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 95 If the head restraint interferes Position the release button on with the proper installation of the buckle, away from the child the child restraint, the head restraint, so that the seat belt restraint may be removed. See could be quickly unbuckled if "Head Restraint Removal and necessary. Reinstallation" under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System). 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions 5. To tighten the belt, push down will show you how. on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the installing a forward-facing child way out of the retractor to set restraint, it may be helpful to the lock. When the retractor use your knee to push down on lock is set, the belt can be the child restraint as you tightened but not pulled out of tighten the belt. the retractor. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat 3. Push the latch plate into the Steps 4 and 5. buckle until it clicks. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

96 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top If the head restraint was removed, Never put a rear-facing child seat in tether, follow the child restraint reinstall it before the seating the front. This is because the risk to manufacturer's instructions position is used. See "Head the rear-facing child is so great, regarding the use of the top Restraint Removal and if the airbag deploys. tether. See Lower Anchors and Reinstallation" underLower Anchors Tethers for Children (LATCH and Tethers for Children (LATCH { Warning System) 0 84. System) 0 84 for additional 7. Before placing a child in the information on installing the head A child in a rear-facing child child restraint, make sure it is restraint properly. restraint can be seriously injured securely held in place. To or killed if the front outboard check, grasp the child restraint Securing Child Restraints passenger frontal airbag inflates. at the seat belt path and (With the Seat Belt in the This is because the back of the attempt to move it side to side Front Seat) rear-facing child restraint would and back and forth. When the be very close to the inflating child restraint is properly This vehicle has airbags. A rear airbag. A child in a forward-facing installed, there should be no seat is a safer place to secure a child restraint can be seriously more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of forward-facing child restraint. See injured or killed if the front 0 movement. Where to Put the Restraint 83. outboard passenger frontal airbag To remove the child restraint, In addition, the vehicle has a inflates and the passenger seat is unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and passenger sensing system which is in a forward position. designed to turn off the front let it return to the stowed position. Even if the passenger sensing outboard passenger frontal airbag If the top tether is attached to a top system has turned off the front tether anchor, disconnect it. under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System 0 71 outboard passenger frontal and airbag, no system is fail-safe. No Passenger Airbag Status Indicator one can guarantee that an airbag 0 123 for more information, (Continued) including important safety information. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 97 the instructions that come with the lit when you start the vehicle. Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether See Passenger Airbag Status must be anchored. Indicator 0 123. will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even In Canada, the law requires that 2. Put the child restraint on though it is turned off. forward-facing child restraints have the seat. a top tether, and that the tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Secure rear-facing child restraints attached. in a rear seat, even if the airbag the lap and shoulder portions is off. If you secure a When using the lap-shoulder belt to of the vehicle seat belt through secure the child restraint in this or around the child restraint. forward-facing child restraint in position, follow the instructions that The child restraint instructions the front outboard passenger came with the child restraint and the will show you how. seat, always move the seat as far following instructions: back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a 1. Move the seat as far back as it rear seat. will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See Passenger Sensing System Move the seat upward or the 0 71 for additional information. seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight If the child restraint uses a top installation of the child tether, see Lower Anchors and restraint. Tethers for Children (LATCH When the passenger sensing System) 0 84 for top tether anchor system has turned off the front locations. outboard passenger frontal Do not secure a child seat in a airbag, the OFF indicator on the passenger airbag status Tilt the latch plate to adjust the position without a top tether anchor belt if needed. if a national or local law requires indicator should light and stay that the top tether be anchored, or if Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the Position the release button on the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to the buckle, away from the child lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the restraint, so that the seat belt tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt could be quickly unbuckled if the retractor. back into the retractor. When necessary. installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Seats and Restraints 99 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbag is off, the OFF indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing System 0 71. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

100 Storage Storage Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio, press P and hold to open. Compartments There is a charging only USB port Storage Compartments inside. See the infotainment manual. { Warning Storage Compartments ...... 100 Press P and hold again to close. Instrument Panel Storage . . . . 100 Glove Box ...... 100 Do not store heavy or sharp Center Console Storage ...... 101 objects in storage compartments. Caution In a crash, these objects may Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and To avoid damage, do not Cargo Management could result in injury. manually force the display System ...... 101 to move. System Instrument Panel Storage Roof Rack System ...... 103 Keep the storage area closed when not in use. Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Storage 101 Center Console Storage There are also charging only USB Additional Storage ports on the rear of the center console and in the third row seating Features area. See Power Outlets 0 110 and the infotainment manual. Cargo Management System

The center console has storage under the armrest. Pull up the latch and lift to open. There is a removable organizer on top of the storage bin. Lift the load floor to access the The center console also has the cargo management system. following: . A forward bin . An open storage bin on the back of the console . If equipped, wireless charging in the front storage bin Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

102 Storage The cargo management system is used to organize storage in the cargo area. There are two convenience hooks that can support up to 5 kg (11 lb.). After storing items in the cargo management system, make sure to properly latch the load floor. Removal Procedure To access the , the cargo management system must be The hold open devices on the cargo removed. 3. Lift up on the handles on both bin allow the load floor to remain 1. Open the cargo cover. sides to remove the cargo open without removal. management system to access the spare tire.

2. Remove the four wing nuts. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Storage 103 4. The storage bin can be placed Roof Rack System on the lowered third row seats { Warning while accessing the spare tire. An improperly latched cargo { Warning Installation Procedure cover, or cargo cover left in the If something is carried on top of 1. Install the cargo management open position, could separate system in the vehicle. during a crash or sudden the vehicle that is longer or wider maneuver potentially impacting than the roof rack — like paneling, 2. Install the four wing nuts. vehicle occupants. Someone plywood, or a mattress — the could be injured. Be sure to return wind can catch it while the vehicle the cover to the closed position is being driven. The item being and latch before driving. carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier.

If equipped, the roof rack can be used to load items. For roof racks 3. Make sure to properly latch the that do not have crossrails included, load door. GM certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

104 Storage To prevent damage or loss of cargo Caution when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely Loading cargo on the roof rack fastened. Loading cargo on the roof that weighs more than 100 kg rack will make the vehicle’s center (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sides of the vehicle may damage sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden the vehicle. Do not load cargo braking, or abrupt maneuvers; exceeding 100 kg (220 lbs) and otherwise it may result in loss of always load cargo so that it rests control. If driving for a long distance, evenly between the crossrails and on rough roads, or at high speeds, does not block the vehicle lamps occasionally stop the vehicle to or windows. Fasten the cargo make sure the cargo remains in its securely. place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 105 ...... 121 Low Fuel Warning Light (Base Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Level) ...... 131 Controls Gauge ...... 122 Low Fuel Warning Light Seat Belt Reminders ...... 122 (Uplevel) ...... 132 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 123 Security Light ...... 132 Controls Passenger Airbag Status High-Beam On Light ...... 132 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 106 Indicator ...... 123 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 132 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 106 Charging System Light ...... 124 Lamps On Reminder ...... 133 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 106 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Cruise Control Light ...... 133 Horn ...... 107 () ...... 125 Door Ajar Light ...... 133 Brake System Warning Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 107 Information Displays Rear Window Wiper/ Light ...... 127 Electric Parking Brake Driver Information Washer ...... 108 Center (DIC) ...... 134 Compass ...... 109 Light ...... 127 Clock ...... 110 Service Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages Power Outlets ...... 110 Light ...... 127 Vehicle Messages ...... 137 Wireless Charging ...... 111 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Engine Power Messages . . . . . 137 Warning Light ...... 128 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 138 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 128 Indicators Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Personalization Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light ...... 128 Vehicle Personalization ...... 138 Indicators ...... 114 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 129 Instrument Cluster Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 129 Universal Remote System (Uplevel) ...... 115 Traction Off Light ...... 129 Universal Remote System . . . . 143 Instrument Cluster (Base StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 129 Universal Remote System Level) ...... 118 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Programming ...... 143 ...... 120 StabiliTrak Light ...... 130 Universal Remote System ...... 120 Tire Pressure Light ...... 130 Operation ...... 146 Trip Odometer ...... 120 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 131 ...... 120 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

106 Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Steering Wheel Controls while driving. The infotainment system can be Steering Wheel Power Tilt and Telescoping operated by using the steering Adjustment Steering Wheel wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual. Heated Steering Wheel

If equipped, the control is on the left To adjust the steering wheel: side of the steering column. 1. Pull the lever down. . Push the control up or down to 2. Move the steering wheel up tilt the steering wheel up or down. or down. ( : If equipped, press to turn it on or . Push the control forward or 3. Pull or push the steering wheel off. A light next to the button rearward to move the steering closer or away from you. displays when the feature is wheel toward the front or rear of turned on. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the the vehicle. steering wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 107 The steering wheel takes about Windshield Wiper/Washer INT : Move the windshield wiper three minutes to reach lever to INT. Turn the band up for maximum heat. more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. Automatic Heated Steering Wheel OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. If equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel will turn on 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move automatically during a remote start the wiper lever down. For several along with the heated seats when it wipes, hold the wiper lever down. is cold outside. The heated steering f : Pull the windshield wiper wheel indicator light may not lever toward you to spray windshield come on. With the ignition on or in ACC/ washer fluid and activate the If equipped with auto heated seats, ACCESSORY, move the windshield windshield wipers. The wipers will the heated steering wheel will turn wiper lever to select the wiper continue until the lever is released on when the auto heated seat is speed. or the maximum wash time is activated. The heated steering reached. When the windshield wiper HI : Use for fast wipes. wheel indicator will follow the state lever is released, additional wipes of the steering wheel heat. LO : Use for slow wipes. may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been See Heated and Ventilated Front activated. See Washer Fluid 0 263 Seats 0 48 and 0 for information on filling the Vehicle Personalization 138. reservoir. Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

108 Instruments and Controls Heavy snow or ice can overload the Rear Window Wiper/ { Warning wiper motor. See Electrical System Overload 0 273. Washer In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is Wiper Parking warmed. Otherwise the washer If the ignition is turned off while the fluid can form ice on the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they windshield, blocking your vision. will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver { Warning door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to Before driving the vehicle, always the base of the windshield. The rear window wiper/washer clear snow and ice from the hood, If the ignition is turned off while the controls are on the end of the windshield, roof, and rear of the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield wiper lever. vehicle, including all lamps and windshield washing, the wipers windows. Reduced visibility from Turn the controls to adjust the continue to run until they reach the setting. snow and ice buildup could lead base of the windshield. to a crash. OFF : Turns the wiper off. INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a Clear snow and ice from the wiper delay between wipes. blades and windshield before using ON : Turns on the rear wiper. them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. 1 : Push the windshield wiper Damaged blades should be lever forward to spray washer fluid replaced. See Wiper Blade on the rear window. The wipers will Replacement 0 268. clear the rear window and either Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 109 stop or return to your preset speed. windshield wiper is performing low If equipped, push the windshield For more washer cycles, press and or high speed wipes. If the rear wiper lever forward to spray washer hold the lever. wiper control is off, the vehicle is in fluid on the rear camera lens. The The rear window wiper/washer will R (Reverse), and the front lever returns to its starting position windshield wiper is performing when released. See Rear Camera not operate if the liftgate is open or 0 ajar. If the liftgate is opened while interval wipes, then the rear wiper Mirror 33. the rear wiper is on, the wiper automatically performs interval returns to the parked position and wipes. Compass stops. This feature can be turned on or off. The vehicle may have a compass See Vehicle Personalization 0 138. Rear Wiper Arm Assembly display on the Driver Information Protection The windshield washer reservoir is Center (DIC). The compass receives used for the windshield and the rear its heading and other information When using an automatic car wash, window. Check the fluid level in the from the Global Positioning move the rear wiper control to OFF reservoir if either washer is not System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/ to disable the rear wiper. In some working. See Washer Fluid 0 263. Electronic Stability Control (ESC), vehicles, if the transmission is in and vehicle speed information. N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is Rear Camera Washer very slow, the rear wiper will The compass system is designed to automatically park. operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before The wiper operations return to needing a signal from the GPS normal when the transmission is no satellites. When the compass longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle display shows CAL, drive the speed has increased. vehicle for a short distance in an Reverse Gear Wipes open area where it can receive a GPS signal. The compass system If the rear wiper control is off, the will automatically determine when a rear wiper will automatically operate GPS signal is restored and provide continuously when the vehicle is in a heading again. R (Reverse) and the front Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

110 Instruments and Controls Clock vehicle and adapter fuses. If a { Warning problem is experienced, see your The time and date for the clock can dealer. be set using the infotainment Power is always supplied to the system. See “Time/Date” in rear cargo power outlet. Do not When adding electrical equipment, “System” under “Settings” in the leave electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper infotainment manual. plugged in when the vehicle is not installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On in use because the vehicle could 0 Power Outlets catch fire and cause injury or Electrical Equipment 246. death. Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Caution Current The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets Hanging heavy equipment from that can be used to plug in electrical Caution the power outlet can cause equipment, such as a cell phone or damage not covered by the MP3 player. Leaving electrical equipment vehicle warranty. The power plugged in for an extended period outlets are designed for The power outlets are located: of time while the ignition is in accessory power plugs only, such . On the center stack below the LOCK/OFF will drain the battery. as cell phone charge cords. climate controls. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and . In the rear cargo area. do not plug in equipment that Power Outlet 110V/120V Lift the cover to access the outlet exceeds the maximum 15 ampere Alternating Current and replace when not in use. rating. If equipped with this power outlet it There are also charging only USB can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum ports on the rear of the center Certain accessory plugs may not be limit of 150 watts. console and in the third row compatible with the accessory seating area. power outlet and could overload Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 111 indicator light turns off. To reset the Wireless Charging circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained If equipped, the vehicle has wireless Accessory Power (RAP) off and charging in the storage bin in front then back on. See Retained of the floor console. The system Accessory Power (RAP) 0 187. The operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly power restarts when equipment charges one Qi compatible using 150 watts or less is plugged smartphone. The power output of into the outlet and a system fault is the system is capable of charging at not detected. a rate up to 3 amp (15W), as requested by the compatible The power outlet is not designed for smartphone. See Radio Frequency and may not work properly, if the Statement 0 355. The power outlet is on the rear of following are plugged in: the center console. . Equipment with high initial peak { Warning An indicator light on the outlet turns wattage, such as on to show it is in use. The light compressor-driven refrigerators Wireless charging can affect the comes on when the ignition is on, and electric power tools operation of an implanted equipment requiring less than 150 . Other equipment requiring an pacemaker or other medical watts is plugged into the outlet, and extremely stable power supply, devices. If you have one, it is no system fault is detected. such as recommended to consult with The indicator light does not come on microcomputer-controlled your doctor before using the when the ignition is off or if the electric blankets and touch wireless charging system. equipment is not fully seated into sensor lamps the outlet. . Medical equipment The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ ACCESSORY, or Retained If equipment is connected using See High Voltage Devices and Accessory Power (RAP) must be more than 150 watts or a system Wiring 0 273. fault is detected, a protection circuit active. The wireless charging shuts off the power supply and the feature may not correctly indicate Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

112 Instruments and Controls charging when the vehicle is in RAP. the charging performance. See See Retained Accessory Power your dealer for additional (RAP) 0 187. information. 3. The $ will display on the V on { Warning the infotainment display. This Remove all objects from the indicates that the smartphone charging pad before charging is properly positioned and charging. your compatible smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys, The smartphone may become rings, paper clips, or cards, warm during charging. This is between the smartphone and normal. In warmer charging pad will become very To charge a compatible smartphone: temperatures, the speed of hot. On the rare occasion that the charging may be reduced. 1. Remove all objects from the charging system does not detect charging pad. The system may If $ does not appear on the an object, and the object gets not charge if there are any infotainment display: wedged between the smartphone objects between the 1. Remove the smartphone from and charger, remove the smartphone and charging pad. smartphone and allow the object the pad and wait to cool before removing it from 2. Place the smartphone face up three seconds. the charging pad, to prevent on the charging pad. 2. Turn the smartphone burns. To maximize the charge rate, 180 degrees before placing/ ensure the smartphone is fully aligning the smartphone on the seated and centered in the pad again. The operating temperature is −20 °C holder with nothing under it. (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the Software Acknowledgements A thick smartphone case may charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to prevent the wireless charger Certain Wireless Charging Module 35 °C (95 °F) for the smartphone. from working, or may reduce product from LG Electronics, Inc. ("LGE") contains the open source Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 113 software detailed below. Refer to 1. Redistributions of source code SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER the indicated open source licenses must retain the above copyright OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE (as are included following this notice, this list of conditions FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, notice) for the terms and conditions and the following disclaimer. INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, of their use. 2. Redistributions in binary form EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OSS Notice Information must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED To obtain the source code that is conditions and the following TO, PROCUREMENT OF contained in this product, please disclaimer in the SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR visit http://opensource.lge.com. In documentation and/or other SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, addition to the source code, all materials provided with the OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS referred license terms, warranty distribution. INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER disclaimers and copyright notices CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY are available for download. LG 3. Neither the name of the OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN Electronics will also provide open copyright holder nor the names CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, source code to you on CD-ROM for of its contributors may be used OR TORT (INCLUDING a charge covering the cost of to endorse or promote products NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) performing such distribution (such derived from this software ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF as the cost of media, shipping, and without specific prior written THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, handling) upon email request to permission. EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE [email protected]. This offer is THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. valid for three (3) years from the BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS date on which you purchased the AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" product. AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED Freescale-WCT library WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale WARRANTIES OF Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS reserved. FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

114 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 115 Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)

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116 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu vehicles. Some may be temporarily or change the audio source. Use w restricted when vehicle is OFF or in There is an interactive display area or to change the station or go to ACC/ACCESSORY power mode. x in the center of the instrument the next or previous track. cluster. . Home Page Phone . Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Press o or p to select the Phone Center (DIC) displays can be menu. In the Phone menu, if there is viewed. See Driver Information no active phone call, view recent Center (DIC) 0 134. calls, or scroll through contacts. . Audio If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset . Phone operation. . Navigation Navigation . Options Press o or p to select the Home Page Navigation menu. If there is no active route, you can resume the Use the right steering wheel control Press o or p to select the Home last route and turn the voice to open and scroll through the Page. The home page is a view of prompts on/off. If there is an active different items and displays. information that can be turned on or V off by the driver via the Home Page route, press to cancel or resume Press o or p to change between Options menu in the Options route guidance or turn the voice the cluster applications at the top of application. prompts on or off. the display. The currently selected Audio Options application will be highlighted. Press w or x within an application to Press o or p to select the Audio Press o or p to select the Options scroll through a list of available menu. In the Audio menu browse for menu. Use w or x to scroll application options. Not all music, select from the favorites, through items in the Options menu. applications will be available on all Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 117 Units : While the Options or x to select Speed Warning, then Software Information : Displays application is highlighted, press open source software information. w press V while Speed Warning is V or x to select Units, then press displayed to enter the menu. while Units is displayed to enter the Press or to adjust the value. menu. If available, choose English, w x , or metric units by pressing Press V to set the speed. V while the desired item is Once the speed is set, this feature highlighted. A checkmark will be can be turned off by pressing V displayed next to the selected item. while viewing this page. If the Info Pages : While the Options selected speed limit is exceeded, a application is highlighted, press w pop-up warning is displayed with a or x to select Info Pages, then chime. press V while Info Pages is Home Page Options : While the Options application is highlighted, displayed to enter the menu. Select press w or x to select Home Page the items to be displayed in the Info V app. See Driver Information Center Options, then press while Home (DIC) 0 134. Page Options is displayed to enter the menu. Select the available Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display allows the driver to elements to display. Not all set a speed that they do not want to elements will be available on all exceed. While the Options vehicles: Speedometer, Active application is highlighted, press w Safety, Speed Sign, Time, Temperature, and Fuel Range. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

118 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Base Level)

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Instruments and Controls 119 Cluster Menu . Info App. This is where the If there is an active call, mute the selected Driver Information phone or switch to handset There is an interactive display area Center (DIC) displays can be operation. in the center of the instrument viewed. See Driver Information cluster. Center (DIC) 0 134. Navigation . Audio Press V to select the Navigation . Phone app, then press p to enter the Navigation menu. If there is no . Navigation active route, you can resume the . Options last route and turn the voice prompts on/off. If there is an active Audio route, press V to cancel or resume Press V to select the Audio app, route guidance or turn the voice then press p to enter the Audio prompts on or off. menu. In the Audio menu browse for Options music, select from the favorites, V or change the audio source. Use w Press to select the Options app, Use the right steering wheel control then press p to enter the Options to open and scroll through the or x to change the station or go to different items and displays. the next or previous track. menu. Use w or x to scroll through items in the Options menu. Press o to access the cluster Phone Units : Press p while Units is applications. Use w or x to scroll Press V to select the Phone app, displayed to enter the Units menu. through the list of available then press to enter the Phone p Choose English, Imperial, or metric applications. Not all applications will menu. In the Phone menu, if there is be available on all vehicles. no active phone call, view recent units by pressing V while the calls, or scroll through contacts. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

120 Instruments and Controls desired item is highlighted. Software Information : Displays For vehicles with the Stop/Start A checkmark will be displayed next open source software information. system, when the ignition is on, the to the selected item. tachometer indicates the vehicle Speedometer status. When pointing to AUTO Info Pages : Press while Info STOP, the engine is off but the p The speedometer shows the Pages is displayed to enter the Info vehicle is on and can move. The vehicle's speed in either kilometers engine could auto start at any time. Pages menu and select the items to per hour (km/h) or miles per When the indicator points to OFF, be displayed in the Info app. See hour (mph). the vehicle is off. Driver Information Center (DIC) When the engine is on, the 0 Odometer 134. tachometer will indicate the engine’s Speed Warning : The Speed The odometer shows how far the revolutions per minute (rpm). The Warning display allows the driver to vehicle has been driven, in either tachometer may vary by several set a speed that they do not want to kilometers or miles. hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop exceed. To set the Speed Warning mode, when the engine is shutting Trip Odometer off and restarting. press p when Speed Warning is displayed. The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since Press w or x to adjust the value. the trip odometer was last reset. Press V to set the speed. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Once the speed is set, this feature Center (DIC). See Driver can be turned off by pressing V Information Center (DIC) 0 134. while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a Tachometer pop-up warning is displayed with a The tachometer displays the engine chime. speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 121 Fuel Gauge . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. . It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. . The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up. English Uplevel . The gauge takes a few seconds When the ignition is on, the fuel Metric Uplevel to stabilize after the ignition is gauge indicates about how much turned on, and goes back to fuel is left in the tank. empty when the ignition is An arrow on the fuel gauge turned off. indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There is a small amount of fuel left, but the fuel tank should be filled soon. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

122 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Seat Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.

English Uplevel This gauge shows the engine When the vehicle is started, this coolant temperature. light flashes and a chime may come Metric Uplevel If the pointer moves toward the on to remind the driver to fasten warning area at the high end of the their seat belt. Then the light stays gauge, the engine is too hot. on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several If the engine coolant has times if the driver remains or overheated and the vehicle has becomes unbuckled while the been operating under normal driving vehicle is moving. conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as If the driver seat belt is buckled, soon as possible. See Engine neither the light nor the chime Overheating 0 262. comes on. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 123 Passenger Seat Belt Reminder such as a briefcase, handbag, The airbag readiness light comes on Light grocery bag, laptop, or other for several seconds when the electronic device. To turn off the vehicle is started. If the light does There is a passenger seat belt reminder light and/or chime, remove not come on then, have it fixed reminder light near the passenger the object from the seat or buckle immediately. airbag status indicator. See the seat belt. Passenger Sensing System 0 71. { Warning Airbag Readiness Light If the airbag readiness light stays This light shows if there is an on after the vehicle is started or electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes comes on while driving, it means the airbag sensor(s), the passenger the airbag system might not be sensing system, the pretensioners, working properly. The airbags in the airbag modules, the wiring, and the vehicle might not inflate in a When the vehicle is started, this crash, or they could even inflate light flashes and a chime may come the crash sensing and diagnostic without a crash. To help avoid on to remind passengers to fasten module. For more information on the injury, have the vehicle serviced their seat belt. Then the light stays airbag system, see Airbag System 0 on solid until the belt is buckled. 65. right away. This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes If there is a problem with the airbag unbuckled while the vehicle is system, a Driver Information Center moving. (DIC) message may also come on. If the passenger seat belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the Passenger Airbag Status light comes on. Indicator The front passenger seat belt The vehicle has a passenger reminder light and chime may turn sensing system. See Passenger on if an object is put on the seat Sensing System 0 71 for important Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

124 Instruments and Controls safety information. The overhead If the word OFF, and the off symbol, Charging System Light console has a passenger airbag are lit on the passenger airbag status indicator. status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a The charging system light comes on problem with the lights or the briefly when the ignition is turned When the vehicle is started, the passenger sensing system. See on, but the engine is not running, as passenger airbag status indicator your dealer for service. a check to show the light is working. will light ON and OFF, and the The light turns off when the engine symbols for on and off, for several { Warning is started. If it does not, have the seconds as a system check. Then, vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the airbag readiness light ever after several more seconds, the If the light stays on, or comes on comes on and stays on, it means status indicator will light either ON while driving, there may be a that something may be wrong or OFF, and either the on or off problem with the electrical charging symbol, to let you know the status of with the airbag system. To help system. Have it checked by your the front outboard passenger frontal avoid injury to yourself or others, dealer. Driving while this light is on airbag. have the vehicle serviced right could drain the battery. away. See Airbag Readiness If the word ON, and the on symbol, When this light comes on, the Driver are lit on the passenger airbag Light 0 123 for more information, including important safety Information Center (DIC) also status indicator, it means that the displays a message. front outboard passenger frontal information. airbag is allowed to inflate. If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 125 Malfunction Indicator Caution Caution (Continued) Lamp (Check Engine Light) If the vehicle is driven continually Maintenance test. See with this light on, the emission Accessories and Modifications This light is part of the vehicle’s control system may not work as 0 249. emission control on-board well, the fuel economy may be diagnostic system. If this light is on lower, and the vehicle may not while the engine is running, a If the light is flashing : A run smoothly. This could lead to malfunction has been detected and malfunction has been detected that costly repairs that might not be the vehicle may require service. The could damage the emission control light should come on to show that it covered by the vehicle warranty. system and increase vehicle is working when the ignition is in emissions. Diagnosis and service Service Mode. See Ignition may be required. 0 Positions 182. Caution To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard Modifications to the engine, accelerations and uphill grades. transmission, exhaust, intake, If towing a trailer, reduce the or fuel system, or the use of amount of cargo being hauled as replacement tires that do not soon as possible. meet the original tire If the light continues to flash, find a specifications, can cause this light safe place to park. Turn the vehicle Malfunctions are often indicated by to come on. This could lead to off and wait at least 10 seconds the system before any problem is costly repairs not covered by the before restarting the engine. If the noticeable. Being aware of the light vehicle warranty. This could also light is still flashing, follow the and seeking service promptly when affect the vehicle’s ability to pass previous guidelines and see your it comes on may prevent damage. an Emissions Inspection/ dealer for service as soon as (Continued) possible. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

126 Instruments and Controls If the light is on steady : A If the light remains on, see your . The light is on when the engine malfunction has been detected. dealer. is running. Diagnosis and service may be . The light does not come on required. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs when the ignition is in Check the following: Service Mode. If the vehicle requires an Emissions . If fuel has been added to the Inspection/Maintenance test, the . Critical emission control systems vehicle using the capless fuel test equipment will likely connect to have not been completely funnel adapter, make sure that it the vehicle's Data Link diagnosed. If this happens, the has been removed. See “Filling Connector (DLC). vehicle would not be ready for the Tank with a Portable Gas inspection and might require Can” under Filling the Tank several days of routine driving 0 231. The diagnostic system before the system is ready for can detect if the adapter has inspection. This can happen if been left installed in the vehicle, the 12-volt battery has recently allowing fuel to evaporate into been replaced or run down, or if the atmosphere. A few driving the vehicle has been recently trips with the adapter removed serviced. may turn off the light. The DLC is under the instrument See your dealer if the vehicle will . Poor fuel quality can cause panel to the left of the steering not pass or cannot be made ready inefficient engine operation and wheel. Connecting devices that are for the test. poor driveability, which may go not used to perform an Emissions away once the engine is warmed Inspection/Maintenance test or to up. If this occurs, change the service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation. See Add-On fuel brand. It may require at 0 least one full tank of the proper Electrical Equipment 246. See fuel to turn the light off. See your dealer if assistance is needed. Recommended Fuel 0 230. The vehicle may not pass inspection if: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 127 Brake System Warning Parking Brake system. A message { Warning may also display in the Driver Light Information Center (DIC). The brake system might not be working properly if the brake If the light does not come on, system warning light is on. or remains flashing, see your dealer. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a Service Electric Parking crash. If the light is still on after Brake Light Metric English the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, This light should come on briefly have the vehicle towed for when the vehicle is turned on. If it service. does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Electric Parking Brake If the light comes on and stays on at Light This light should come on briefly start up, there is a brake problem. when starting the vehicle. If it does Have the brake system inspected not come on, have it fixed so it will right away. be ready to warn if there is a If the light comes on while driving, problem. pull off the road and stop carefully. If this light stays on, take the vehicle The brake pedal might be harder to to your dealer as soon as possible. Metric English push, or the brake pedal may go See the information for the Electric closer to the floor. It could take This light comes on when the Parking Brake under Electric longer to stop. If the light is still on, 0 parking brake is applied. If the light Parking Brake 196. A message have the vehicle towed for service. may also display in the Driver See Towing the Vehicle 0 315. continues flashing after the parking brake is released, or while driving, Information Center (DIC). there is a problem with the Electric Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

128 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System If both the ABS warning light and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) the brake system warning light are (ABS) Warning Light on, ABS is not functioning and there Light is a problem with the regular . See your dealer for service. See Brake System Warning Light 0 127. Tow/Haul Mode Light This warning light should come on After the vehicle is started, this light briefly when the vehicle is turned turns off and stays off if LKA has not on. If the light does not come on, been turned on or is unavailable. have it fixed so it will be ready to This light is green if LKA is turned warn if there is a problem. on and is ready to assist. If the light comes on while driving, LKA may assist by gently turning safely stop as soon as it is possible the steering wheel if the vehicle and turn off the vehicle. Then turn For vehicles with the Tow/Haul Mode feature, this light comes on approaches a detected lane on the vehicle again to reset the marking. The LKA light is amber system. when the Tow/Haul Mode has been activated. when assisting. If the ABS warning light stays on, See Tow/Haul Mode 0 194. This light flashes amber as a Lane or comes on again while driving, the Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to vehicle needs service. A chime may indicate that the lane marking has also sound when the light stays on. been crossed. If the ABS warning light is the only light on, the vehicle has regular brakes, but ABS is not functioning. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 129 LKA will not assist or alert if the turn Pedestrian Ahead dealer. If the system is working signal is active in the direction of normally, the indicator light then lane departure, or if LKA detects Indicator turns off. that you are accelerating, braking, The traction off light comes on when or actively steering. the Traction Control System (TCS) See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 227. has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak/ Vehicle Ahead Indicator Electronic Stability Control (ESC) button. If equipped, this indicator will This light and the StabiliTrak OFF display amber when a nearby light come on when StabiliTrak/ESC pedestrian is detected in front of the is turned off. vehicle. If the TCS is off, wheel speed will See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) be limited when necessary to System 0 223. protect the driveline from damage. If equipped, this indicator will Adjust driving accordingly. display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when Traction Off Light See Traction Control/Electronic 0 you are following a vehicle ahead Stability Control 198. much too closely. StabiliTrak OFF Light See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 219.

This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

130 Instruments and Controls This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly when the Tire Pressure Light starting the engine. If it does not, engine is started. have the vehicle serviced by your If the light does not come on, have dealer. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light comes on when the If the system is working normally, StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability the indicator light turns off. Control (ESC) system is turned off. If the light is on and not flashing, the If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the Traction TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak/ Control System (TCS) is also off. ESC system have been disabled. For vehicles with the Tire Pressure If StabiliTrak/ESC and TCS are off, A Driver Information Center (DIC) Monitor System (TPMS), this light the system does not assist in message may display. Check the comes on briefly when the engine is controlling the vehicle. Turn on the DIC messages to determine which started. It provides information TCS and the StabiliTrak/ESC feature(s) is no longer functioning about tire pressures and the TPMS. systems, and the warning light and whether the vehicle requires When the Light Is On Steady turns off. service. This indicates that one or more of See Traction Control/Electronic If the light is on and flashing, the 0 the tires are significantly Stability Control 198. TCS and/or the StabiliTrak/ESC underinflated. system is actively working. A Driver Information Center (DIC) Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic 0 tire pressure message may also (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Stability Control 198. display. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure 0 290. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 131 When the Light Flashes First and If the light comes on and stays on, it Then Is On Steady Caution means that oil is not flowing through If the light flashes for about a minute the engine properly. The vehicle Lack of proper engine oil could be low on oil and might have and then stays on, there may be a maintenance can damage the problem with the TPMS. If the some other system problem. See engine. Driving with the engine oil your dealer. problem is not corrected, the light low can also damage the engine. will come on at every ignition cycle. The repairs would not be covered Low Fuel Warning Light See Tire Pressure Monitor by the vehicle warranty. Check Operation 0 292. the oil level as soon as possible. (Base Level) Add oil if required, but if the oil Engine Oil Pressure Light level is within the operating range Oil pressure can vary with engine and the oil pressure is still low, speed, outside temperature, and oil have the vehicle serviced. Always viscosity. follow the maintenance schedule On some models, the oil pump will for changing engine oil. vary engine oil pressure according to engine needs. Oil pressure may change quickly as the engine speed or load varies. This is normal. If the oil pressure warning light or Driver Information Center (DIC) message indicates oil pressure outside the Metric Shown, English Similar normal operating range, check the This light comes on for a few vehicle's oil as soon as possible. This light should come on briefly as seconds when the ignition is turned the engine is started. If it does not on as a check to indicate it is come on, have the vehicle serviced working. If it does not come on, by your dealer. have it fixed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

132 Instruments and Controls The low fuel warning light comes on Security Light This light comes on when the and a chime sounds when the high-beam headlamps are in use. vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns See Headlamp High/Low-Beam off when fuel is added to the Changer 0 149. fuel tank. IntelliBeam Light Low Fuel Warning Light (Uplevel) The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the This light comes on when the indicator light turns off. IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is If the light stays on and the engine enabled. See Exterior Lamp This light is near the fuel gauge and does not start, there could be a Controls 0 147. comes on briefly when the ignition is problem with the theft-deterrent turned on as a check to show it is system. See Immobilizer Operation Front Fog Lamp Light working. 0 30. It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. The light turns off High-Beam On Light when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced.

The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 133 The light goes out when the fog The cruise control light is white This light comes on when a door is lamps are turned off. See Fog when the cruise control is on and open or not securely latched. Before Lamps 0 151 for more information. ready, and turns green when the driving, check that all doors are cruise control is set and active. properly closed. Lamps On Reminder See Cruise Control 0 203. Adaptive Cruise Control Light

This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use, except when only the Daytime Running This light is white when the Adaptive Lamps (DRL) are active. See Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147. on and ready, and turns green when the ACC is set and active. See Cruise Control Light Adaptive Cruise Control 0 205. Door Ajar Light Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

134 Instruments and Controls Information Displays w or x : Press to move up or 6. Press V while an item is down in a list. highlighted to select or Driver Information o or p : Press to move between deselect that item. When an Center (DIC) the interactive display zones in the item is selected, a checkmark cluster. will appear next to it. The DIC displays are shown in the V Uplevel center of the instrument cluster in : Press to open a menu or select the Info app. See Instrument Cluster a menu item. Press and hold to The info pages on the DIC can be (Uplevel) 0 115 or reset values on certain screens. turned on or off through the Instrument Cluster (Base Level) DIC Info Page Options Options menu. 0 118. The displays show the status 1. Press or to scroll to the of many vehicle systems. The Base Level o p Options application controls for the DIC are on the right The info pages on the DIC can be steering wheel control. turned on or off through the 2. Scroll to Info Page Options and Options menu. press V. 1. Press o to access the cluster 3. Press w or x to move applications. through the list of possible information displays. 2. Press w or x to scroll to the Options application. 4. Press V while an item is V highlighted to select or 3. Press to enter the deselect that item. When an Options menu. item is selected, a checkmark 4. Scroll to Info Pages and will appear next to it. press p. DIC Info Pages 5. Press w or x to move The following is the list of all through the list of possible possible DIC info page displays. information displays. Some may not be available for your Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 135 particular vehicle. Some items may Press and hold V while this display The oil should be changed as soon not be turned on by default but can as possible. See Engine Oil 0 253. is active to reset the trip odometer be turned on through the Options In addition to the engine oil life app. See “DIC Info Page Options” and the average fuel economy. Trip system monitoring the oil life, earlier in this section. A and Trip B can also be reset by additional maintenance is Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in pressing p and choosing reset. recommended in the Maintenance either kilometers per hour (km/h) or Schedule. See Maintenance Fuel Range : Shows the Schedule 0 329. miles per hour (mph). If equipped, approximate distance the vehicle The Oil Life display must be reset press p to open the menu and can be driven without refueling. after each oil change. It will not select to display speed limit signs. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel reset itself. Do not to reset the Oil Trip A or Trip B : Shows the range estimate is based on an Life display at any time other than current distance traveled, in either average of the vehicle's fuel when the oil has just been changed. kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since economy over recent driving history It cannot be reset accurately until the trip odometer was last reset. and the amount of fuel remaining in the next oil change. To reset the This also shows the approximate the fuel tank. engine oil life system, press and average liters per 100 kilometers (L/ hold V for several seconds while Follow Distance : If equipped, the 100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). current follow time to the vehicle the Oil Life display is active. See This number is calculated based on ahead is displayed as a time value Engine Oil Life System 0 255. the number of L/100 km (mpg) on this page. recorded since the last time this Tire Pressure : Shows the menu item was reset. This number Remaining Oil Life : Shows an approximate pressures of all four reflects only the approximate estimate of the oil's remaining useful tires. Tire pressure is displayed in average fuel economy that the life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds vehicle has right now, and will displayed, that means 99% of the per square inch (psi). If the pressure change as driving conditions current oil life remains. change. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

136 Instruments and Controls is low, the value for that tire is average of fuel economy for the Timer : This display can be used as shown in amber. See Tire Pressure most recently traveled selected a timer. To start the timer, press V Monitor System 0 291 and distance. Displayed below the bar while this display is active. The Tire Pressure Monitor Operation graph is the best average fuel 0 292. economy that has been achieved for display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was Instantaneous Fuel Economy : the selected distance. The selected Displays the current fuel economy in distance is displayed at the top of last reset. To stop the timer, press V the page as “last xxx mi/km.” liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) briefly while this display is active or miles per gallon (mpg). This Press p to select the distance or and the timer is running. To reset number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the reset best value. Use w and x to the timer to zero, press and hold V vehicle has right now and changes choose the distance and press V. while this display is active, or press frequently as driving conditions p and select reset. change. This display cannot be Press w and x to select “Reset Battery Voltage : Displays the reset. Best Score. Press V to reset the ” current battery voltage, if equipped. Average Vehicle Speed : Displays best average fuel economy. After Battery voltage changes are normal the average vehicle speed of the reset, the best value displays “-,-” while driving. See Charging System vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) until the selected distance has been Light 0 124. If there is a problem or miles per hour (mph). This traveled. with the battery charging system, average is based on the various the DIC will display a message. vehicle speeds recorded since the The display provides information on last reset. Reset the average speed how current driving behavior affects Transmission Fluid Temperature : Shows the by pressing V when it is displayed. the running average and how well recent driving compares to the best temperature of the automatic Fuel Economy : The center that has been achieved for the transmission fluid in either degrees displays the approximate selected distance. Celsius (°C) or degrees instantaneous fuel economy as a Fahrenheit (°F). number and bar graph. Displayed above the bar graph is a running Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 137 Off Road Page : This page shows Vehicle Messages . Brakes the traction, four wheel drive, and . Steering steering angle states. When the Messages displayed on the DIC front or rear axles are locked, a lock indicate the status of the vehicle or . Ride Control Systems icon is displayed. some action that may be needed to . Driver Assistance Systems correct a condition. Multiple Blank Page : Shows no messages may appear one after . Cruise Control information. another. . Lighting and Bulb Replacement The messages that do not require . Wiper/Washer Systems immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by . Doors and Windows pressing V. The messages that . Seat Belts require immediate action cannot be . Airbag Systems cleared until that action is performed. . Engine and Transmission All messages should be taken . Tire Pressure seriously; clearing the message . Battery does not correct the problem. If a SERVICE message appears, Engine Power Messages see your dealer. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Follow the instructions given in the This message displays when the messages. The system displays vehicle's propulsion power is messages regarding the following reduced. A reduction in propulsion topics: power can affect the vehicle's ability . Service Messages to accelerate. If this message is on, . Fluid Levels but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your . Vehicle Security destination. The performance may Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

138 Instruments and Controls be reduced the next time the vehicle Vehicle The menu may contain the is driven. The vehicle may be driven following: while this message is on, but Personalization maximum acceleration and speed Rear Seat Reminder The following are all possible may be reduced. Anytime this vehicle personalization features. This allows for a chime and a message stays on, or displays Depending on the vehicle, some message when the rear door has repeatedly, the vehicle should be may not be available. been opened before or during taken to your dealer for service as operation of the vehicle. soon as possible. For System, Apps, and Personal features and functions, see Touch Off or On. Under certain operating conditions, Settings in the infotainment propulsion will be disabled. Try “ ” Climate and Air Quality manual. restarting after the vehicle has been Touch and the following may off for 30 seconds. To access the vehicle display: personalization menu: . Auto Fan Speed Vehicle Speed Messages 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page of the infotainment . Auto Cooled Seats SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/ display. H (MPH) . Auto Heated Seats 2. Touch Vehicle to display a list . Auto Defog This message shows that the of available options. vehicle speed has been limited to . Auto Rear Defog the speed displayed. The limited 3. Touch to select the desired Auto Fan Speed speed is a protection for various feature setting. This setting specifies the amount of propulsion and vehicle systems, 4. Touch 9 or to turn a feature such as lubrication, thermal, brakes, R airflow when the climate control fan off or on. suspension, Teen Driver if setting is Auto Fan. equipped, or tires. 5. Touch z to go to the top level Touch Low, Medium, or High. of the Settings menu. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 139 Auto Cooled Seats Auto Rear Defog Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. This setting automatically turns on This setting automatically turns the Front Pedestrian Detection and regulates the ventilated seats rear defogger on when the engine is when the cabin temperature is started. This feature may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by warm. See Heated and Ventilated Touch Off or On. Front Seats 0 48. front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians. Touch Off or On. Collision / Detection Systems See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Touch and the following may Auto Heated Seats System 0 223. display: This setting automatically turns on Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Forward Collision System and regulates the heated seats . when the cabin temperature is cool. . Front Pedestrian Detection Park Assist The auto heated seats can be . Park Assist If equipped, this allows the feature turned off by using the heated seat to be turned on or off. See buttons on the center stack. See . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Assistance Systems for Parking or 0 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Backing 215. 0 48. . Lane Change Alert Touch Off or On. If equipped with Auto Heated Steering Wheel, this feature will turn Forward Collision System Rear Cross Traffic Alert on when the Auto Heated Seats This setting controls the vehicle This setting specifies if an alert will turn on. response when detecting a vehicle display when the vehicle detects approaching rear cross traffic when Touch Off or On. ahead of you. The Off setting disables all FCA and AEB functions. in R (Reverse). See Assistance Auto Defog With the Alert and Brake setting, Systems for Parking or Backing 0 This setting automatically turns the both FCA and AEB are available. 215. front defogger on when the engine The Alert setting disables AEB. See Touch Off or On. is started. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 221. Touch Off or On. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

140 Instruments and Controls Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier . Reverse Tilt Mirror shifted out of R (Reverse) or the engine is turned off. See Reverse This setting determines if an alert . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear 0 will appear when Adaptive Cruise Tilt Mirrors 32. Control brings the vehicle to a Chime Volume Touch Off, On - Driver and complete stop and the vehicle This setting determines the chime Passenger, On - Driver, or On - ahead of you starts moving again. volume level. Passenger. See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 205. Touch the controls on the Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Touch Off or On. infotainment display to adjust the volume. When on and the front wiper is on, Lane Change Alert the rear wiper will automatically This setting specifies if an alert will Hands Free Liftgate Control activate when the vehicle is shifted display on the outside mirror to help The liftgate may be operated with a to R (Reverse). you avoid crashing into a vehicle in kicking motion under the left corner Touch Off or On. your blind spot, or rapidly of the rear bumper. See Liftgate approaching your blind spot, during 0 22. Lighting a lane change maneuver. See Lane Touch and the following may 0 Touch Off, On-Open and Close, Change Alert (LCA) 225. or On-Open Only. display: When Lane Change Alert is Vehicle Locator Lights Reverse Tilt Mirror . disabled, Side Blind Zone Alert is . Exit Lighting also disabled. When on, both the driver and passenger, driver, or passenger Touch Off or On. Vehicle Locator Lights outside mirrors will tilt downward This setting flashes the headlamps Comfort and Convenience when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse) to improve visibility of of your vehicle when you press K Touch and the following may the ground near the rear wheels. on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) display: They will return to their previous transmitter. . Chime Volume driving position when the vehicle is Touch Off or On. . Hands Free Liftgate Control Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 141 Exit Lighting Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Remote Lock Feedback This setting specifies how long the Delayed Door Lock This setting specifies how the headlamps stay on after the vehicle vehicle responds when the vehicle is turned off and exited. This setting delays the locking of is locked with the RKE transmitter. the vehicle’s doors. Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights or 120 Seconds. Touch Off or On. Only, or Horn Only. Power Door Locks Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Touch and the following may Touch and the following may This setting specifies whether all display: display: doors, or just the driver door, unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback . Open Door Anti Lock Out . when pressing K on the RKE Remote Lock Feedback transmitter. . Auto Door Unlock . Remote Door Unlock Touch All Doors or Driver Door. . Delayed Door Lock . . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Open Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This setting automatically turns on This setting prevents the driver door the ventilated seats when using the . Remote Window Operation from locking when the door is open. remote start function on warm days. If this setting is on, the Delayed . Passive Door Unlock See Heated and Ventilated Front Door Lock menu will not be 0 . Passive Door Lock Seats 48 and available. Remote Vehicle Start 0 16. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Touch Off or On. Touch Off or On. Remote Unlock Light Feedback Auto Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This setting flashes the exterior This setting allows selection of This setting automatically turns on which doors will automatically lamps when the vehicle is unlocked with the RKE transmitter. the heated seats when using the unlock when the vehicle is shifted remote start function on cold days. into P (Park). Touch Off or Flash Lights. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

142 Instruments and Controls See Heated and Ventilated Front Passive Door Lock changed from off to on or ACC/ Seats 0 48 and ACCESSORY. See Memory Seats 0 This setting specifies if the vehicle 0 Remote Vehicle Start 16. will automatically lock, or lock and 45. If equipped with Auto Heated provide an alert after all the doors Touch Off or On. Steering Wheel, this feature will turn are closed, and you walk away from on when the Remote Start Auto the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Seat Exit Memory Heated Seats turn on. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) This feature automatically recalls 0 Touch Off or On. System Operation 8. the previously stored exit button Touch Off, On with Horn positions when the ignition is Remote Window Operation Chirp, or On. changed from on or ACC/ If equipped, this feature enables ACCESSORY to off if the driver Remote Left in Vehicle Alert door is open or opened. See remote operation of the windows 0 with the RKE transmitter. See This feature sounds an alert when Memory Seats 45. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the RKE transmitter is left in the Touch Off or On. System Operation 0 8. vehicle. This menu also enables Teen Driver Touch Off or On. Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert. Touch Off or On. See “Teen Driver” under “Settings” Passive Door Unlock in the infotainment manual. Seating Position This setting specifies which doors Valet Mode unlock when using the button on the Touch and the following may driver door handle to unlock the display: This will lock the infotainment vehicle. system and steering wheel controls. . Seat Entry Memory It may also limit access to vehicle Touch Off, All Doors or Driver Seat Exit Memory storage locations, if equipped. Door Only. . Seat Entry Memory To enable valet mode: This feature automatically recalls 1. Enter a four-digit code on the the previously stored 1 or 2 button keypad. positions when the ignition is Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 143 2. Touch Enter to go to the Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door confirmation screen. opener, but can be used for other 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. System devices. See Radio Frequency Statement Do not use the Universal Remote Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or 0 unlock the system. Touch Back to 355. system with any garage door opener go back to the previous menu. that does not have the stop and Universal Remote System reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model Programming manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read these instructions completely before programming the Universal Remote system. It may help to have another person assist with the programming process. Keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming. Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated. See “Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons” later in this If equipped, these buttons are in the section. overhead console. To program a garage door opener, This system can replace up to three park outside directly in line with and remote control transmitters used to facing the garage door opener activate devices such as garage receiver. Clear all people and door openers, security systems, and objects near the garage door. home automation devices. These Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

144 Instruments and Controls Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and . If the indicator light does has a new battery for quicker and hold both the hand-held not come on or the garage more accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of door does not move, a radio-frequency signal. the three Universal Remote second button press may system buttons to be used to be required. For a second Programming the Universal operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the Remote System not release either button until newly programmed button For questions or programming help, the indicator light changes from for five seconds. If the light see www.homelink.com/gm or call a slow to a rapid flash. Then stays on or the garage door 1-800-355-3515. For calls placed release both buttons. moves, programming is outside the U.S., Canada, or Puerto Some garage door openers complete. Rico, international rates will apply may require substitution of . If the indicator light blinks and may differ based on landline or Step 2 with the procedure rapidly for two seconds, mobile phone. under “Radio Signals for Some then changes to a solid light Programming involves Gate Operators” later in this and the garage door does time-sensitive actions, and may time section. not move, continue with out causing the procedure to be 3. Press and hold the newly programming Steps 4–6. repeated. programmed Universal Remote To program up to three devices: system button for five seconds while watching the indicator 1. Hold the end of the hand-held light and garage door transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 activation. to 3 in) away from the Universal Remote system . If the indicator light stays on buttons with the indicator light continuously or the garage in view. The hand-held door moves when the transmitter was supplied by the button is pressed, then manufacturer of the garage programming is complete. door opener receiver. There is no need to complete Steps 4–6. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Instruments and Controls 145 and hold the same button a This may not be long enough for the second time for two seconds, Universal Remote system to pick up then release it. Again, if the the signal during programming. door does not move or the If the programming did not work, garage door lamp does not replace Step 2 under “Programming flash, press and hold the same the Universal Remote System” with button a third time for the following: two seconds, then release it. Press and hold the Universal The Universal Remote system Learn or Smart Button Remote system button while should now activate the pressing and releasing the 4. After completing Steps 1 3, – garage door. hand-held transmitter button every locate the Learn or Smart Repeat the process for two seconds until the signal has button inside the garage on the programming the two remaining been successfully accepted by the garage door opener receiver. buttons. Universal Remote system. The The name and color of the Universal Remote system indicator button may vary by Radio Signals for Some Gate light will flash slowly at first and then manufacturer. Operators rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under 5. Press and release the Learn or For questions or programming help, “Programming the Universal Remote Smart button. Step 6 must be see www.homelink.com/gm or call System” to complete. completed within 30 seconds of 1-800-355-3515. For calls placed pressing this button. outside the U.S., Canada, or Puerto 6. Inside the vehicle, press and Rico, international rates will apply hold the newly programmed and may differ based on landline or Universal Remote system mobile phone. button for two seconds, then Some radio-frequency laws and release it. If the garage door gate operators require transmitter does not move or the lamp on signals to time out or quit after the garage door opener several seconds of transmission. receiver does not flash, press Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

146 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Operation Universal Remote System Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons. Do not release the at least one-half second. The button. indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed System Buttons with Step 1 under Erase all programmed buttons when “Programming the Universal vehicle ownership is terminated. Remote System.” To erase: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash. This should take about 10 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Lighting 147 Exterior Lighting Battery Exterior Lighting Lighting Saver ...... 155 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 147 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...... 149 Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 149 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 150 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 151 Turn and Lane-Change The exterior lamp control is on the Signals ...... 151 instrument panel to the left of the Fog Lamps ...... 151 steering column. Interior Lighting There are four positions. Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...... 152 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and Courtesy Lamps ...... 152 deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn Dome Lamps ...... 152 to O again to reactivate the Reading Lamps ...... 153 AUTO mode. Lighting Features In Canada, the headlamps will Entry Lighting ...... 154 automatically reactivate when the Exit Lighting ...... 154 vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Battery Load Management . . . 154 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on Battery Power Protection . . . . . 155 and off automatically depending on outside lighting. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

148 Lighting ; : Turns on the parking lamps Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield including all lamps, except the IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best headlamps. system performance. 5 : Turns on the headlamps The high-beam headlamps remain together with the parking lamps and on, under the automatic control, instrument panel lights. until one of the following situations occurs: IntelliBeam® System . The system detects an If equipped, this system turns the approaching vehicle's vehicle's high-beam headlamps on headlamps. and off according to surrounding . The system detects a preceding traffic conditions. To enable the IntelliBeam system, vehicle's taillamps. The system turns the high-beam press b on the turn signal lever The outside light is bright headlamps on when it is dark . when it is dark outside and the enough that high-beam enough and there is no other traffic exterior lamp control is in AUTO headlamps are not required. present. 5 or . . The vehicle's speed drops below Driving with IntelliBeam 20 km/h (12 mph). The system only activates the high . The IntelliBeam system is beams when driving over 40 km/h disabled by the button on (25 mph). the turn signal lever. If this The blue high-beam on light happens, press b on the appears on the instrument cluster turn signal lever when the This light comes on in the exterior lamp control is in instrument cluster when the when the high beams are on. the AUTO or 5 position to IntelliBeam system is enabled. There is a sensor near the top reactivate the IntelliBeam center of the windshield that system. The instrument cluster automatically controls the system. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Lighting 149 light will come on to indicate the . The vehicle is loaded such that Flash-to-Pass IntelliBeam system is the front end points upward, reactivated. causing the light sensor to aim To flash the high beams, pull the high and not detect headlamps turn signal lever toward you, and . The IntelliBeam system will turn release. off if the fog lamps are and taillamps. turned on. . The vehicle is being driven on Daytime Running winding or hilly roads. The high beams may not turn off Lamps (DRL) automatically if the system cannot The IntelliBeam system may need to detect another vehicle's lamps be disabled if any of the above DRL can make it easier for others to because of any of the following: conditions exist. see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRL are . The other vehicle's lamps are Headlamp High/ required on all vehicles first sold in missing, damaged, obstructed Canada. from view, or otherwise Low-Beam Changer undetected. The dedicated DRL will come on Push the turn signal lever away when all of the following conditions . The other vehicle's lamps are from you and release, to turn the are met: covered with dirt, snow, and/or high beams on. To return to low road spray. beams, push the lever again or pull . The ignition is on. . The other vehicle's lamps cannot it toward you and release. . The exterior lamp control is be detected due to dense in AUTO. exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road . The light sensor determines it is spray, mist, or other airborne daytime. obstructions. . The parking brake is released or . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, the vehicle is not in P (Park). cracked, or obstructed by something that blocks the view The taillamps, instrument panel of the light sensor. This indicator light turns on in the lights, and other lamps will not instrument cluster when the be on. high-beam headlamps are on. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

150 Lighting The DRL turn off when the There is a light sensor on top of the The automatic headlamp system headlamps are turned to O or the instrument panel. Do not cover the turns off when the exterior lamp ignition is off. For vehicles sold in sensor; otherwise the headlamps control is turned to O or the ignition Canada, this control only works will come on when they are not is off. when the vehicle is parked. needed. Lights On with Wipers The system may also turn on the Automatic Headlamp headlamps when driving through a If the windshield wipers are System parking garage or tunnel. activated in daylight with the engine on, and the exterior lamp control is If the vehicle is started in a dark When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking garage, the automatic headlamp set to AUTO and it is dark enough lamps, and other exterior lamps system comes on immediately. If it outside, the headlamps come on come on. The transition time for the is light outside when the vehicle automatically. lamps coming on varies based on leaves the garage, there is a slight wiper speed. When the wipers are delay before the automatic not operating, these lamps turn off. headlamp system changes to the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Move the exterior lamp control to O During that delay, the instrument or ; to disable this feature. cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 152. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to DRL. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Lighting 151 Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 278. Fog Lamps

Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.

| : Press to make the front and An arrow on the instrument cluster rear turn signal lamps flash on and will flash in the direction of the turn off. This warns others that you are or lane change. having trouble. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Press | again to turn the change. Hold it there until the lane The fog lamps button is on the flashers off. change is complete. If the lever is instrument panel beside the steering moved momentarily to the lane wheel. change position, the arrow will flash three times. It will flash six times if To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition Tow/Haul Mode is active. and the headlamps or parking lamps must be on. The lever returns to its starting position when it is released. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

152 Lighting # : If equipped, press to turn on or Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps off. An indicator light on the The courtesy lamps come on when instrument cluster comes on when Instrument Panel any door is opened unless the dome the fog lamps are on. Illumination Control lamp override is activated. To Some localities have laws that deactivate the dome lamp override, require the headlamps to be on press j OFF and the indicator along with the fog lamps. light on the button will turn off. The reading lamps, located on the front overhead console and the headliner above the rear seat passengers, can be controlled independent of the courtesy lamps. Dome Lamps The brightness of the instrument cluster display, infotainment display and controls, steering wheel controls, and all other illuminated controls, as well as feature status indicators can be adjusted. The knob for this feature is on the instrument panel beside the steering column. Push the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Lighting 153 The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console. To operate, press the following buttons: j OFF : Press to turn off the dome lamps when a door is open. An indicator light on the button will turn on when the dome lamp override is activated. Press j Rear Reading Lamps OFF again to deactivate this feature The rear reading lamps are over the and the indicator light will turn off. rear seats. Front Reading Lamps The dome lamps will come on when Press the lamp lens to turn the rear doors are opened. The front reading lamps are in the passenger reading lamps on or off. overhead console. + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually. Press again to Press the lamp lenses to turn the turn the dome lamps off. front reading lamps on or off. Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear seats. These lamps come on when any door is opened. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

154 Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to Some exterior lamps and interior prevent overcharging. If the vehicle Entry Lighting lights come on at night, or in areas has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage Some exterior lamps and most of with limited lighting, when the driver display on the Driver Information the interior lights turn on briefly at door is opened after the ignition is Center (DIC), you may see the night, or in areas of limited lighting turned off. The dome lamp comes voltage move up or down. This is on after the ignition is turned off. when K is pressed on the Remote normal. If there is a problem, an The exterior lamps and dome lamp alert will be displayed. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. remain on for a set amount of time, See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) then automatically turn off. The battery can be discharged at System Operation 0 8. When the idle if the electrical loads are very driver door is opened, all control The exterior lamps turn off high. This is true for all vehicles. lights, Driver Information Center immediately by turning the exterior This is because the generator (DIC) lights, and door pocket lights lamp control off. (alternator) may not be spinning fast turn on. After about 30 seconds the This feature can be changed. See enough at idle to produce all of the exterior lamps turn off, then the Vehicle Personalization 0 138. power needed for very high remaining interior lights dim to off. electrical loads. Entry lighting can be disabled Battery Load A high electrical load occurs when manually by turning the ignition on Management several of the following are on, such or to ACC/ACCESSORY, or by as: headlamps, high beams, rear pressing Q on the RKE transmitter. The vehicle has Electric Power window defogger, climate control fan Management (EPM) that estimates This feature can be changed. See at high speed, heated seats, engine the battery's temperature and state cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads “Vehicle Locator Lights” under of charge. It then adjusts the voltage Vehicle Personalization 0 138. plugged into accessory power for best performance and extended outlets. life of the battery. EPM works to prevent excessive When the battery's state of charge discharge of the battery. It does this is low, the voltage is raised slightly by balancing the generator's output to quickly bring the charge back up. and the vehicle's electrical needs. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Lighting 155 It can increase engine idle speed to . The doors are closed and then generate more power whenever re-opened. needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some Exterior Lighting Battery accessories. Saver Normally, these actions occur in The exterior lamps turn off about steps or levels, without being 10 minutes after the ignition is noticeable. In rare cases at the turned off, if the parking lamps or highest levels of corrective action, headlamps have been manually left this action may be noticeable to the on. This protects against draining driver. If so, a DIC battery voltage the battery. To restart the 10-minute and charging message displays. It is timer, turn the exterior lamp control recommended that the driver reduce to the off position and then back to the electrical loads as much as the parking lamp or headlamp possible. See Driver Information position. Center (DIC) 0 134. To keep the lamps on for more than Battery Power Protection 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps or reading lamps are accidentally left on. If any of these lamps are left on, they automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The lamps will not come back on again until one of the following occurs: . The ignition is turned on. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

156 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio Infotainment ...... 156 players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the factory-installed audio system, radio, speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction system, and to work properly. Deactivation is required by your dealer if related aftermarket equipment is installed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Climate Controls 157 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems

Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Dual Automatic Climate The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Control System ...... 157 this system. Rear Climate Control System ...... 161 Air Vents Air Vents ...... 163 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 164 Service ...... 164

1. Driver and Passenger 6. Driver and Passenger Heated Ventilated Seats (If Equipped) Seats (If Equipped) 2. Driver and Passenger 7. SYNC Temperature Controls 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 3. MAX Defrost 9. Fan Controls 4. Air Delivery Mode Controls 10. Power (On/Off) 5. A/C (Air Conditioning) 11. Recirculation Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

158 Climate Controls 12. Rear Window Defogger The fan, air delivery mode, air adjusted. The air delivery mode can conditioning, driver and passenger be adjusted on the climate control Climate Control Display temperatures, and Sync settings display. can be controlled by touching CLIMATE on the infotainment Automatic Operation display Home Page or the climate The system automatically controls button in the application tray display. the fan speed, air delivery, air A selection can then be made on conditioning, and recirculation in the front climate control page order to heat or cool the vehicle to displayed. See the infotainment the desired temperature. manual. When AUTO is lit, all four functions Climate Control Status Display operate automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically 1. Driver and Passenger controlled, even if the AUTO Temperature Controls indicator is not lit. 2. Fan Control For automatic operation: 3. Sync (Synchronized 1. Press AUTO. Temperature) 2. Set the temperature. Allow the 4. Outside Temperature Display system time to stabilize. Adjust 5. Recirculation the temperature as needed for 6. Air Delivery Mode Control best comfort. 7. Auto (Automatic Operation) The climate control status display To improve and to appears briefly when the climate cool the vehicle faster with A/C on, 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) controls on the center stack are recirculation may be automatically 9. On/Off (Power) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Climate Controls 159 selected in warm weather. Press ^ : Press to increase or decrease Y : Air is directed to the instrument @ to select recirculation; press it the fan speed. The fan speed panel outlets. again to select outside air. setting appears on the main display. [ : Air is directed to the floor Driver and Passenger Pressing any air flow mode button outlets. Temperature Controls : The cancels automatic fan control and temperature can be adjusted the fan is controlled manually. Press 0 MAX : Air is directed to the separately for the driver and the AUTO to return to automatic windshield, the fan runs at a higher passenger. Turn the knob clockwise operation. speed, and the temperature of the or counterclockwise to increase or air is increased if not already at Air Delivery Mode Controls : maximum. This mode overrides the decrease the driver or passenger Press X, Y, or [ to change the temperature setting. previous mode selected and clears direction of the airflow. Any fog or frost from the windshield SYNC : Press to link all passenger combination of the three buttons more quickly. When the button is temperature settings to the driver pressed again, the system returns can be selected. The indicator light setting. The SYNC indicator light will to the previous mode setting and turn on. When the passenger in the button will turn on. The fan speed. settings are adjusted, the SYNC current mode appears in the display indicator light turns off. For best results, clear all snow and screen. Pressing either button ice from the windshield before Manual Operation cancels automatic air delivery defrosting. O : Press to turn the fan off or on. control and the direction of the A/C : Press to turn the air When off is selected, the system will airflow is controlled manually. Press conditioning system on or off. If the prevent air from flowing into the AUTO to return to automatic climate control system is turned off cabin. If on is selected, or any other operation. or the outside temperature falls button is pressed, the climate below freezing, the air conditioner control system will turn on and To change the current mode, select will not run. return to delivering airflow as set. one or more of the following modes: Pressing this button cancels The temperature control and air X : Clears the windows of fog or automatic air conditioning and turns delivery mode can still be adjusted. moisture. Air is directed to the off the air conditioner. Press AUTO windshield. to return to automatic operation and Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

160 Climate Controls the air conditioner runs system does not detect possible If the vehicle is equipped with automatically as needed. When the window fogging, it returns to normal heated outside mirrors, they turn on indicator light is on, the air operation. when the rear window defogger conditioner runs automatically to To turn Auto Defog off or on, see button is on and help to clear fog or cool the air inside the vehicle or to frost from the surface of the mirror. “Climate and Air Quality” under 0 dry the air needed to defog the Vehicle Personalization 0 138. See Heated Mirrors 32. windshield faster. @ : Press to turn on recirculation. Rear Window Defogger Caution An indicator light comes on. Air is K : Press to turn the rear window recirculated to quickly cool the defogger on or off. An indicator light Do not try to clear frost or other inside of the vehicle or to reduce the on the button comes on to show that material from the inside of the entry of outside air and odors. the rear window defogger is on. The front windshield and rear window rear window defogger only works with a razor blade or anything If selected during cool or cold else that is sharp. This may weather, the windshield and when the ignition is on. The damage the rear window windows may fog. Turn off defogger turns off when the ignition defogger grid and affect the recirculation to help clear the is off or in ACC/ACCESSORY. radio's ability to pick up stations windshield and windows. The rear window defogger can be set to automatic operation. See clearly. The repairs would not be Auto Defog : The climate control covered by the vehicle warranty. system may have a sensor to “Climate and Air Quality” under 0 automatically detect high humidity Vehicle Personalization 138. inside the vehicle. When high When Auto Rear Defog is selected, L or M : If equipped, press L or M humidity is detected, the climate the rear window defogger turns on to heat the driver or passenger seat. automatically when the interior control system may adjust to See Heated and Ventilated Front temperature is cold and the outside outside air supply and turn on the Seats 0 48. air conditioner. The fan speed may temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) slightly increase to help prevent and below. The auto rear defogger fogging. If the climate control turns off automatically. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Climate Controls 161 { or C : If equipped, press { or steering wheel indicator light may C to ventilate the driver or not come on. See Vehicle Personalization 0 138, Remote passenger seat. See Heated and Vehicle Start 0 16, and Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 48. Ventilated Front Seats 0 48. Remote Start Climate Control Sensor Operation : If equipped with remote start, the climate control system The solar sensor, on top of the may run when the vehicle is started instrument panel near the remotely. The system will use the windshield, monitors the solar heat. defrost setting if it is cold outside or The climate control system uses the turn on using the coldest settings if sensor information to adjust the it is hot outside. The rear defog may temperature, fan speed, Rear Climate Controls come on during remote start based recirculation, and air delivery mode 1. Fan Control on cold ambient conditions. The for best comfort. rear defog indicator light does not 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) come on during a remote start. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the automatic climate control system 3. MODE (Air Delivery Mode If equipped, the heated seats will may not work properly. Control) turn on if it is cold outside or the 4. TEMP (Temperature Control) ventilated seats will turn on if it is Rear Climate Control hot outside. The heated and 5. Heated Rear Seats (If ventilated seat indicator lights may System Equipped) not come on during a remote start. The rear climate control system is If equipped, the heated steering on the rear of the center console wheel will come on in a remote start storage. The settings can be if it is cold outside. The heated adjusted by either the rear climate control or the rear climate display app on the front infotainment display. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

162 Climate Controls front climate control driver The display on the rear of the center temperature. The SYNC button will console storage only indicates be lit. Adjust the rear climate control climate control functions when the temperature to change the linked system is in rear independent mode. temperature. The SYNC button turns off. When SYNC is active the Manual Operation display is not shown. 9 : Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise or touch and hold Rear Control Lockout : Press H ] or 9 on the rear climate display on the rear climate display to lock or to increase or decrease the fan unlock control of the rear climate speed. control system from the front seat. Rear Climate Display When locked the rear climate TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise or press and hold 1. Rear Climate Temperature control system cannot be adjusted the rear climate display temperature Control from the rear climate controls. controls to adjust the rear 2. Fan Control Automatic Operation passenger temperature. If SYNC is lit, the rear climate temperature is 3. Outside Temperature Display AUTO : Press AUTO or touch Rear linked to the driver temperature 4. Sync (Synchronized Auto on the rear climate display to setting. Temperatures) automatically control air delivery /\/Y or MODE : Touch the and fan speed. A is indicated in the 2 5. Rear Control Lockout desired mode on the rear climate display on the rear of the center display or press MODE on the rear 6. Air Delivery Mode Control console storage when automatic climate controls to change the operation is active. If any of the 7. Auto (Automatic Operation) direction of the airflow in the rear climate control settings are manually seating area. Repeatedly press 8. On/Off (Power) adjusted, this cancels full automatic MODE until the desired mode operation. SYNC : Press SYNC on the rear appears on the display. climate display to match the rear climate control temperature to the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Climate Controls 163 M or L : If equipped, press M or L Air Vents . Keep the path under all seats to heat the left or right rear outboard clear of objects to help circulate Use the slider switch on the air 0 the air inside the vehicle more seat. See Heated Rear Seats 52. outlets to change the direction of the effectively. airflow, or to open and close off the . If fogging reoccurs while in vent airflow. or bi-level modes with mild There are also outlets overhead in temperature throughout the the rear passenger area; adjust as vehicle, turn on the air needed. conditioner to reduce windshield Keep all outlets open whenever fogging. possible for best system performance. Operation Tips . Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle. . Clear snow off the hood to improve visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into the vehicle. . Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

164 Climate Controls Maintenance During service, all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting refrigerants Passenger Compartment directly to the atmosphere is harmful Air Filter to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on The filter reduces dust, pollen, and inhalation, combustion, frostbite, other airborne irritants from outside or other health-based concerns. air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part The air conditioning system requires of routine scheduled maintenance. periodic maintenance. See See Maintenance Schedule 0 329. Maintenance Schedule 0 329. See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter. Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 165 Retained Accessory Cruise Control Driving and Power (RAP) ...... 187 Cruise Control ...... 203 Operating Shifting Into Park ...... 188 Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 205 Shifting out of Park ...... 189 Parking over Things Driver Assistance Systems Driving Information That Burn ...... 189 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 213 Extended Parking ...... 189 Assistance Systems for Driving for Better Fuel Parking or Backing ...... 215 Economy ...... 166 Engine Exhaust Assistance Systems for Distracted Driving ...... 166 Engine Exhaust ...... 190 Driving ...... 219 Defensive Driving ...... 167 Running the Vehicle While Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Drunk Driving ...... 167 Parked ...... 190 System ...... 219 Control of a Vehicle ...... 168 Automatic Emergency Braking ...... 168 Automatic Transmission Braking (AEB) ...... 221 Steering ...... 168 Automatic Transmission ...... 191 Front Pedestrian Braking Off-Road Recovery ...... 169 Manual Mode ...... 193 (FPB) System ...... 223 Loss of Control ...... 169 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 194 Side Blind Zone Off-Road Driving ...... 170 Alert (SBZA) ...... 225 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 174 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...... 194 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 225 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 175 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 227 Winter Driving ...... 176 Brakes If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 177 Antilock Brake Fuel Vehicle Load Limits ...... 178 System (ABS) ...... 195 Top Tier Fuel ...... 229 Starting and Operating Electric Parking Brake ...... 196 Recommended Fuel ...... 230 Prohibited Fuels ...... 230 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 182 Brake Assist ...... 197 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 197 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 230 Ignition Positions ...... 182 Fuel Additives ...... 230 Starting the Engine ...... 184 Ride Control Systems Filling the Tank ...... 231 Stop/Start System ...... 185 Traction Control/Electronic Filling a Portable Fuel Engine Heater ...... 186 Stability Control ...... 198 Container ...... 232 Driver Mode Control ...... 200 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

166 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Information . Keep vehicle tires properly General Towing inflated. Information ...... 233 Driving for Better Fuel . Combine several trips into a Driving Characteristics and single trip. Towing Tips ...... 233 Economy Trailer Towing ...... 237 . Replace the vehicle's tires with Driving habits can affect fuel the same TPC Spec number Towing Equipment ...... 241 mileage. Here are some driving tips Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 244 molded into the tire's sidewall to get the best fuel economy near the size. Conversions and Add-Ons possible. Add-On Electrical . Follow recommended scheduled . Set the climate controls to the maintenance. Equipment ...... 246 desired temperature after the engine is started, or turn them off when not required. Distracted Driving . On AWD vehicles, see Driver Distraction comes in many forms Mode Control 0 200. and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good . Avoid fast starts and accelerate judgment and do not let other smoothly. activities divert your attention away . Brake gradually and avoid from the road. Many local abrupt stops. governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction. Become . Avoid idling the engine for long familiar with the local laws in periods of time. your area. . When road and weather To avoid distracted driving, keep conditions are appropriate, use your eyes on the road, keep your cruise control. hands on the steering wheel, and . Always follow posted speed focus your attention on driving. limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 167 . Do not use a phone in . Avoid stressful conversations . Allow enough following distance demanding driving situations. while driving, whether with a between you and the driver in Use a hands-free method to passenger or on a cell phone. front of you. place or receive necessary . Focus on the task of driving. phone calls. { Warning . Watch the road. Do not read, Drunk Driving take notes, or look up Taking your eyes off the road too information on phones or other long or too often could cause a Death and injury associated with electronic devices. crash resulting in injury or death. drinking and driving is a global Focus your attention on driving. tragedy. . Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential { Warning distractions. Refer to the infotainment manual for more information on using that . Become familiar with vehicle Drinking and then driving is very system and the navigation system, features before driving, such as dangerous. Your reflexes, if equipped, including pairing and programming favorite radio perceptions, attentiveness, and using a cell phone. stations and adjusting climate judgment can be affected by even control and seat settings. Defensive Driving a small amount of alcohol. You Program all trip information into can have a serious — or even any navigation device prior to Defensive driving means “always fatal — collision if you drive after driving. expect the unexpected.” The first drinking. . Wait until the vehicle is parked step in driving defensively is to wear the seat belt. See Seat Belts 0 55. Do not drink and drive or ride with to retrieve items that have fallen a driver who has been drinking. to the floor. . Assume that other road users Ride home in a cab; or if you are . Stop or park the vehicle to tend (pedestrians, bicyclists, and with a group, designate a driver to children. other drivers) are going to be who will not drink. careless and make mistakes. . Keep pets in an appropriate Anticipate what they may do and carrier or restraint. be ready. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

168 Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes. Doing so could make the control a vehicle while driving. pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some Braking power brake assist but it will be Braking action involves perception used when the brake is applied. time and reaction time. Deciding to Once the power assist is used up, it push the brake pedal is perception can take longer to stop and the time. Actually doing it is brake pedal will be harder to push. reaction time. Steering Average driver reaction time is The vehicle has electric power about three-quarters of a second. In Electric Power Steering steering. It does not have power that time, a vehicle moving at steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m Caution (66 ft), which could be a lot of If power steering assist is lost due distance in an emergency. To avoid damage to the steering to a system malfunction, the vehicle Helpful braking tips to keep in mind system, do not drive over curbs, can be steered, but may require include: parking barriers, or similar objects increased effort. at speeds greater than 3 km/h . Keep enough distance between If the steering assist is used for an (1 mph). Use care when driving you and the vehicle in front extended period of time while the of you. over other objects such as lane vehicle is not moving, power assist dividers and speed bumps. may be reduced. . Avoid needless heavy braking. Damage caused by misuse of the . Keep pace with traffic. vehicle is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 169 If the steering wheel is turned until it . Holding both sides of the 1. Ease off the accelerator and reaches the end of its travel and is steering wheel allows you to turn then, if there is nothing in the held against that position for an 180 degrees without removing way, steer the vehicle so that it extended period of time, power a hand. straddles the edge of the steering assist may be reduced. . The Antilock Brake System pavement. Normal use of the power steering (ABS) allows steering while 2. Turn the steering wheel about assist should return when the braking. one-eighth of a turn, until the system cools down. right front tire contacts the See your dealer if there is a Off-Road Recovery pavement edge. problem. 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Curve Tips . Take curves at a reasonable Loss of Control speed. Skidding . Reduce speed before entering a curve. There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three . Maintain a reasonable steady control systems: speed through the curve. . Braking Skid — wheels are not . Wait until the vehicle is out of rolling. the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway. . Steering or Cornering Skid — The vehicle's right wheels can drop too much speed or steering in a Steering in Emergencies off the edge of a road onto the curve causes tires to slip and . There are some situations when shoulder while driving. Follow lose cornering force. steering around a problem may these tips: . Acceleration Skid — too much be more effective than braking. causes the driving wheels to spin. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

170 Driving and Operating Defensive drivers avoid most skids . Try to avoid sudden steering, by taking reasonable care suited to acceleration, or braking, { Warning existing conditions, and by not including reducing vehicle speed overdriving those conditions. But by shifting to a lower gear. Any When driving off-road, bouncing skids are always possible. sudden changes could cause and quick changes in direction the tires to slide. can easily throw you out of If the vehicle starts to slide, follow position. This could cause you to these suggestions: Remember: Antilock brakes help lose control and crash. You and . Ease your foot off the avoid only the braking skid. your passengers should always accelerator pedal and steer the wear seat belts. way you want the vehicle to go. Off-Road Driving The vehicle may straighten out. All-wheel-drive vehicles can be Before Driving Off-Road Be ready for a second skid if it used for off-road driving. Vehicles occurs. without all-wheel drive and vehicles . Have all necessary maintenance . Slow down and adjust your not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or and service work completed. driving according to weather On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not . Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, conditions. Stopping distance be driven off-road except on a level, and check inflation pressure in can be longer and vehicle solid surface. To contact the tire all tires, including the spare, control can be affected when manufacturer for more information if equipped. traction is reduced by water, about the original equipment tires, . Read all the information about snow, ice, gravel, or other see the warranty manual. all-wheel-drive vehicles in this material on the road. Learn to Controlling the vehicle is the key to manual. recognize warning clues — such successful off-road driving. One of as enough water, ice, or packed the best ways to control the vehicle . Make sure all underbody snow on the road to make a is to control the speed. shields, if equipped, are properly mirrored surface — and slow attached. down when you have any doubt. . Know the local laws that apply to off-road driving. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 171 To gain more ground clearance if . Do not damage shrubs, flowers, needed, it may be necessary to Warning (Continued) trees, or grasses or disturb remove the front fascia lower air wildlife. . Keep cargo in the cargo dam. However, driving without the . Do not park over things that air dam reduces fuel economy. area as far forward and as low as possible. The burn. See Parking over Things heaviest things should be That Burn 0 189. Caution on the floor, forward of the Driving on Hills rear axle. Operating the vehicle for Driving safely on hills requires good . Heavy loads on the roof extended periods without the front judgment and an understanding of raise the vehicle's center of fascia lower air dam installed can what the vehicle can and cannot do. cause improper airflow to the gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be engine. Reattach the front fascia { Warning air dam after off-road driving. seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads inside the Many hills are simply too steep Loading the Vehicle for cargo area, not on the roof. for any vehicle. Driving up hills Off-Road Driving can cause the vehicle to stall. Driving down hills can cause loss For more information about loading { Warning of control. Driving across hills can the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits cause a rollover. You could be 0 178. . Unsecured cargo on the injured or killed. Do not drive on load floor can be tossed Environmental Concerns steep hills. about when driving over . Always use established trails, rough terrain. You or your roads, and areas that have been Before driving on a hill, assess the passengers can be struck set aside for public off-road steepness, traction, and by flying objects. Secure the recreational driving and obey all obstructions. If the terrain ahead cargo properly. posted regulations. cannot be seen, get out of the (Continued) vehicle and walk the hill before driving further. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

172 Driving and Operating When driving on hills: . When driving down a hill, keep 2. Shift into P (Park) and then . Use a low gear and keep a firm the vehicle headed straight restart the engine. grip on the steering wheel. down. Use a low gear because . If driving uphill when the the engine will work with the . Maintain a slow speed. vehicle stalls, shift to brakes to slow the vehicle and R (Reverse), release the . When possible, drive straight up help keep the vehicle under parking brake, and back or down the hill. control. straight down. . Slow down when approaching { Warning . Never try to turn the vehicle the top of the hill. around. If the hill is steep . Use headlamps even during the Heavy braking when going down enough to stall the vehicle, day to make the vehicle more a hill can cause your brakes to it is steep enough to cause visible. overheat and fade. This could it to roll over. cause loss of control and you or . If you cannot make it up the { Warning others could be injured or killed. hill, back straight down Apply the brakes lightly when the hill. Driving to the top of a hill at high descending a hill and use a low . Never back down a hill in speed can cause a crash. There gear to keep vehicle speed under N (Neutral) using only the could be a drop-off, embankment, control. brake. cliff, or even another vehicle. You could be seriously injured or . The vehicle can roll If the vehicle stalls on a hill: killed. As you near the top of a backward quickly and you hill, slow down and stay alert. 1. Apply the brakes to stop the could lose control. vehicle, and then apply the . If driving downhill when the parking brake. vehicle stalls, shift to a . Never go downhill forward or lower gear, release the backward with the transmission parking brake, and drive in N (Neutral). The brakes could straight down the hill. overheat and you could lose control. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 173 3. If the vehicle cannot be . Hidden obstacles can make the Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, restarted after stalling, set the steepness of the incline more or Ice parking brake, shift the severe. If a rock is driven across transmission into P (Park), and with the uphill wheels, or if the Use a low gear when driving in mud turn the vehicle off. downhill wheels drop into a rut – the deeper the mud, the lower the or depression, the vehicle can tilt gear. Keep the vehicle moving to 3.1. Leave the vehicle and avoid getting stuck. seek help. even more. Traction changes when driving on 3.2. Stay clear of the path the . If an incline must be driven across, and the vehicle starts to sand. On loose sand, such as on vehicle would take if it beaches or sand dunes, the tires rolled downhill. slide, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle tend to sink into the sand. This . Avoid turns that take the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. affects steering, accelerating, and across the incline of the hill. braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt A hill that can be driven straight { Warning up or down might be too steep to maneuvers. drive across. Driving across an Getting out of the vehicle on the Traction is reduced on hard packed incline puts more weight on the downhill side when stopped snow and ice and it is easy to lose downhill wheels which could across an incline is dangerous. control. Reduce vehicle speed when cause a downhill slide or a If the vehicle rolls over, you could driving on hard packed snow rollover. be crushed or killed. Always get and ice. . Surface conditions can be a out on the uphill side of the problem. Loose gravel, muddy vehicle and stay well clear of the { Warning spots, or even wet grass can rollover path. cause the tires to slip sideways, Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, downhill. If the vehicle slips or rivers can be dangerous. Ice sideways, it can hit something conditions vary greatly and the that will trip it – a rock, a rut, etc. vehicle could fall through the ice; – and roll over. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

174 Driving and Operating After operation in mud or sand, Warning (Continued) Caution have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can you and your passengers could Do not drive through standing cause glazing and uneven braking. drown. Drive your vehicle on safe water if it is deep enough to cover Check the body structure, steering, surfaces only. the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust suspension, wheels, tires, and pipe. Deep water can damage the exhaust system for damage and Driving in Water axle and other vehicle parts. check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. { Warning If the standing water is not too deep, More frequent maintenance service drive through it slowly. At faster is required. See Maintenance Driving through rushing water can speeds, water can get into the Schedule 0 329. be dangerous. Deep water can engine and cause it to stall. Stalling sweep your vehicle downstream can occur if the exhaust pipe is Driving on Wet Roads and you and your passengers under water. Do not turn off the Rain and wet roads can reduce could drown. If it is only shallow ignition when driving through water. If the exhaust pipe is under water, vehicle traction and affect your water, it can still wash away the ability to stop and accelerate. ground from under your tires. the engine will not start. When going through water, the brakes get wet Always drive slower in these types Traction could be lost, and the and it may take longer to stop. See of driving conditions and avoid vehicle could roll over. Do not Driving on Wet Roads 0 174. driving through large puddles and drive through rushing water. deep-standing or flowing water. After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody or , or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 175 wet enough and you are going fast Hill and Mountain Roads { Warning enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no Driving on steep hills or through Wet brakes can cause crashes. contact with the road. mountains is different than driving They might not work as well in a on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: quick stop and could cause There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to . Keep the vehicle serviced and in pulling to one side. You could good shape. lose control of the vehicle. slow down when the road is wet. Other Rainy Weather Tips . Check all fluid levels and brakes, After driving through a large tires, cooling system, and puddle of water or a car/vehicle Besides slowing down, other wet transmission. wash, lightly apply the brake weather driving tips include: pedal until the brakes work . Shift to a lower gear when going . Allow extra following distance. down steep or long hills. normally. . Pass with caution. Flowing or rushing water creates { Warning strong forces. Driving through . Keep windshield wiping flowing water could cause the equipment in good shape. Using the brakes to slow the vehicle to be carried away. If this . Keep the windshield washer fluid vehicle on a long downhill slope happens, you and other vehicle reservoir filled. can cause brake overheating, can occupants could drown. Do not . Have good tires with proper reduce brake performance, and ignore police warnings and be tread depth. See Tires 0 283. could result in a loss of braking. very cautious about trying to drive Shift the transmission to a lower through flowing water. . Turn off cruise control. gear to let the engine assist the . Activate All-Wheel Drive (AWD) brakes on a steep downhill slope. Hydroplaning mode. See Driver Mode Control 0 200. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

176 Driving and Operating Winter Driving . Allow greater following distance { Warning and watch for slippery spots. Icy Driving on Snow or Ice patches can occur on otherwise Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Snow or ice between the tires and clear roads in shaded areas. or with the ignition off is The surface of a curve or an dangerous. This can cause the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can overpass can remain icy when overheating of the brakes and the surrounding roads are clear. loss of steering assist. Always occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid Avoid sudden steering have the engine running and the driving on wet ice or in freezing rain maneuvers and braking while vehicle in gear. until roads can be treated. on ice. . Turn off cruise control. For Slippery Road Driving: . Drive at speeds that keep the . Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Accelerate gently. Accelerating vehicle in its own lane. Do not . Mode for vehicles equipped with swing wide or cross the too quickly causes the wheels to AWD. Select Snow/Ice Mode for center line. spin and makes the surface FWD only vehicles. See Driver under the tires slick. . Be alert on top of hills; Mode Control 0 200 and something could be in your lane . Turn on Traction Control. See All-Wheel Drive 0 194. (e.g., stalled car, crash). Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 198. Blizzard Conditions . Pay attention to special road signs (e.g., falling rocks area, . The Antilock Brake System Stop the vehicle in a safe place and winding roads, long grades, (ABS) improves vehicle stability signal for help. Stay with the vehicle passing or no-passing zones) during hard stops, but the unless there is help nearby. and take appropriate action. brakes should be applied sooner If possible, use Roadside than when on dry pavement. Assistance. See Roadside . Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) 0 See Antilock Brake System Assistance Program 349. To get Mode. See Driver Mode Control help and keep everyone in the 0 (ABS) 0 195. 200 and vehicle safe: All-Wheel Drive 0 194. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 177 . Tie a red cloth to an outside If the Vehicle Is Stuck mirror. Warning (Continued) Slowly and cautiously spin the . Adjust the climate control wheels to free the vehicle when { Warning system to circulate the air stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. inside the vehicle and set Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest If stuck too severely for the traction under the vehicle. This may system to free the vehicle, turn the setting. See “Climate cause exhaust gases to get traction system off and use the Control Systems.” inside. Engine exhaust contains rocking method. See Traction carbon monoxide (CO), which For more information about CO, Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 cannot be seen or smelled. It can see Engine Exhaust 190. 0 198. cause unconsciousness and even death. To save fuel, run the engine for { Warning If the vehicle is stuck in snow: short periods to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and If the vehicle's tires spin at high . Clear snow from the base of partially close the window. Moving speed, they can explode, and you the vehicle, especially any about to keep warm also helps. or others could be injured. The blocking the exhaust pipe. vehicle can overheat, causing an If it takes time for help to arrive, engine compartment fire or other . Open a window about 5 cm when running the engine, push the damage. Spin the wheels as little (2 in) on the vehicle side accelerator pedal slightly so the that is away from the wind, engine runs faster than the idle as possible and avoid going to bring in fresh air. speed. This keeps the battery above 56 km/h (35 mph). . Fully open the air outlets on charged to restart the vehicle and to or under the instrument signal for help with the headlamps. Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) panel. Do this as little as possible, to Mode. See Driver Mode Control save fuel. 0 (Continued) 200 and All-Wheel Drive 0 194. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

178 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get vehicle capacity weight and Tire and Loading Information it Out includes the weight of all Label Turn the steering wheel left and occupants, cargo, and all right to clear the area around the nonfactory-installed options. front wheels. Turn off any traction Two labels on the vehicle may system. Shift back and forth show how much weight it may between R (Reverse) and a low properly carry, the Tire and forward gear, spinning the wheels Loading Information label and as little as possible. To prevent the Certification/Tire label. transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the accelerator { Warning pedal while shifting, and press Do not load the vehicle any lightly on the accelerator pedal heavier than the Gross when the transmission is in gear. Example Label Slowly spinning the wheels in the Vehicle Weight Rating forward and reverse directions (GVWR), or either the A vehicle-specific Tire and causes a rocking motion that could maximum front or rear Gross Loading Information label is free the vehicle. If that does not get Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). attached to the center pillar the vehicle out after a few tries, it This can cause systems to (B-pillar). The tire and loading might need to be towed out. If the break and change the way the information label shows the vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle handles. This could number of occupant seating see Towing the Vehicle 0 315. cause loss of control and a positions (1), and the maximum crash. Overloading can also vehicle capacity weight (2) in Vehicle Load Limits reduce stopping distance, kilograms and pounds. It is very important to know how damage the tires, and shorten The Tire and Loading much weight the vehicle can the life of the vehicle. Information label also shows the carry. This weight is called the size of the original equipment Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 179 tires (3) and the recommended 2. Determine the combined exceed the available cargo cold tire inflation pressures (4). weight of the driver and and luggage load capacity For more information on tires passengers that will be calculated in Step 4. 0 and inflation see Tires 283 riding in your vehicle. 6. If your vehicle will be towing and 0 3. Subtract the combined a trailer, load from your Tire Pressure 290. weight of the driver and trailer will be transferred to There is also important loading passengers from XXX kg or your vehicle. Consult this information on the vehicle XXX lbs. manual to determine how Certification/Tire label. It may 4. The resulting figure equals this reduces the available show the Gross Vehicle Weight the available amount of cargo and luggage load Rating (GVWR) and the Gross cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.” Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for capacity. For example, if the See Trailer Towing 0 237 for the front and rear axle. See "XXX" amount equals important information on towing Certification/Tire Label later in “ ” 1400 lbs. and there will be a trailer, towing safety rules and this section. five 150 lb passengers in trailering tips. “Steps for Determining Correct your vehicle, the amount of Load Limit– available cargo and luggage 1. Locate the statement "The load capacity is 650 lbs. combined weight of (1400-750 (5 x 150) = occupants and cargo should 650 lbs.) never exceed XXX kg or 5. Determine the combined XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s weight of luggage and cargo placard. being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Example 1 Example 2 Example 3

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 91 kg × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg 3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight (1,000 lbs). Cargo Weight = 317 kg = 113 kg (250 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight (700 lbs). = 0 kg (0 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 181 weight of the driver, passengers, Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). and cargo should never exceed The GVWR includes the weight { Warning the vehicle's capacity weight. of the vehicle, all occupants, Things inside the vehicle can fuel, and cargo. Certification/Tire Label strike and injure people in a The Certification/Tire label may sudden stop or turn, or in a also show the maximum weights crash. for the front and rear axles, . Put things in the cargo called the Gross Axle Weight area of the vehicle. In the Rating (GAWR). To find out the cargo area, put them as actual loads on the front and far forward as possible. rear axles, weigh the vehicle at Try to spread the weight a weigh station. Your dealer can evenly. help with this. Be sure to spread the load equally on both sides of . Never stack heavier the centerline. things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that Label Example Caution some of them are above A vehicle-specific Certification/ the tops of the seats. Overloading the vehicle may Tire label is attached to the . Do not leave an center pillar (B-pillar). cause damage. Repairs would not unsecured child restraint be covered by the vehicle in the vehicle. The label may show the size of warranty. Do not overload the the vehicle's original tires and vehicle. . Secure loose items in the the inflation pressures needed to vehicle. obtain the gross weight capacity (Continued) of the vehicle. The label shows the gross weight capacity of the vehicle. This is called the Gross Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Warning (Continued) Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating . Do not leave a seat breaking-in guideline every folded down unless New Vehicle Break-In time you get new brake needed. linings. Caution Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually The vehicle does not need an increased. elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if Ignition Positions you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 800 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Avoid making hard stops for the first 300 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier This vehicle has pushbutton replacement. Follow this starting. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 183 The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Driver Information Center (DIC). 4. Set the parking brake. See transmitter must be in the vehicle for When the vehicle is shifted into Electric Parking Brake 0 196. the system to operate. If the P (Park), the ignition will turn off. pushbutton start is not working, the Do not turn the engine off when the { Warning vehicle may be near a strong radio vehicle is moving. This will cause a antenna signal causing interference loss of power assist in the brake Turning off the vehicle while to the Keyless Access system. See and steering systems and disable moving may cause loss of power Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the airbags. assist in the brake and steering System Operation 0 8. systems and disable the airbags. If the vehicle must be shut off in an While driving, only shut the To shift out of P (Park), the ignition emergency: must be on or in service mode and vehicle off in an emergency. the brake pedal must be applied. 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the Stopping the Engine/OFF (No brakes repeatedly. This may If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Indicator Lights) : When the deplete power assist, requiring and must be shut off while driving, vehicle is stopped, press ENGINE increased brake pedal force. press and hold ENGINE START/ START/STOP once to turn the STOP for longer than two seconds, engine off. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). or press twice in five seconds. This can be done while the If the vehicle is in P (Park), the vehicle is moving. After shifting ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber ignition will turn off, and Retained to N (Neutral), firmly apply the Indicator Light) : This mode allows Accessory Power (RAP) will remain brakes and steer the vehicle to some electrical accessories to be active. See Retained Accessory a safe location. used when the engine is off. Power (RAP) 0 187. 3. Come to a complete stop, shift With the ignition off, pressing the If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the to P (Park), and turn the button one time without the brake ignition will return to ACC/ ignition off. The shift lever must pedal applied will place the ignition ACCESSORY and display the be in P (Park) to turn the system in ACC/ACCESSORY. message SHIFT TO PARK in the ignition off. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

184 Driving and Operating The ignition will switch from ACC/ not be able to be driven. The engine ACCESSORY to OFF after will not start in Service Mode. Press Caution (Continued) five minutes to prevent battery the button again to turn the rundown. vehicle off. covered by the vehicle warranty. See Add-On Electrical Equipment ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator 0 246. Light) : This mode is for driving and Starting the Engine starting. With the ignition off, and Move the shift lever to P (Park) or the brake pedal applied, pressing N (Neutral). The engine will not start Starting Procedure the button once will place the in any other position. To restart the 1. With the Keyless Access ignition system in ON/RUN/START. engine when the vehicle is already system, the RKE transmitter Once engine cranking begins, moving, use N (Neutral) only. must be in the vehicle. Press release the button. Engine cranking ENGINE START/STOP with the will continue until the engine starts. brake pedal applied. When the 0 Caution See Starting the Engine 184. The engine begins cranking, let go ignition will then remain in ON/RUN. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the of the button. Service Mode vehicle is moving. If you do, you The idle speed will go down as could damage the transmission. This power mode is available for the engine gets warm. Do not Shift to P (Park) only when the service and diagnostics, and to race the engine immediately vehicle is stopped. verify the proper operation of the after starting it. malfunction indicator lamp as may If the RKE transmitter is not in be required for emission inspection the vehicle, if there is purposes. With the vehicle off, and Caution interference, or if the RKE the brake pedal not applied, battery is low, the Driver pressing and holding ENGINE If you add electrical parts or Information Center (DIC) will START/STOP for more than accessories, you could change display a message. five seconds will place the vehicle in the way the engine operates. Any Service Mode. The instruments and resulting damage would not be audio systems will operate as they do in ON/RUN, but the vehicle will (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 185 starts briefly but then stops Auto Engine Stop/Start Caution again, do the same thing. This When the brakes are applied and clears the extra gasoline from the vehicle is at a complete stop, Cranking the engine for long the engine. Do not race the periods of time, by trying to start the engine may turn off. When engine immediately after stopped, the tachometer displays the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine cranking has ended, can overheat AUTO STOP. See Tachometer and transmission gently until 0 120. When the brake pedal is and damage the cranking motor, the oil warms up and lubricates and drain the battery. Wait at released or the accelerator pedal is all moving parts. pressed, the engine will restart. least 15 seconds between each try, to let the cranking motor Stop/Start System To maintain vehicle performance, cool down. other conditions may cause the This vehicle has a Stop/Start engine to automatically restart system to shut off the engine to help before the brake pedal is released. 2. If the engine does not start conserve fuel. It has components after five to 10 seconds, designed for the increased number Auto Stops may not occur and/or especially in very cold weather of starts. auto restarts may occur because: (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could . The climate control settings be flooded with too much { Warning require the engine to be running gasoline. Try pushing the to cool or heat the vehicle accelerator pedal all the way to The automatic engine Stop/Start interior. the floor and holding it there as feature causes the engine to shut you press ENGINE START/ . The vehicle battery charge off while the vehicle is still on. Do is low. STOP, for up to a maximum of not exit the vehicle before shifting 15 seconds. Wait at least to P (Park). The vehicle may . The vehicle battery has recently 15 seconds between each try, restart and move unexpectedly. been disconnected. to allow the cranking motor to Always shift to P (Park), and then . Minimum vehicle speed has not cool down. When the engine been reached since the last starts, let go of the button and turn the ignition off before exiting Auto Stop. the accelerator. If the vehicle the vehicle. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

186 Driving and Operating . The accelerator pedal is engine heater should be plugged in pressed. at least four hours before starting. . The engine or transmission is Some models may have an internal not at the required operating thermostat in the cord which will temperature. prevent engine heater operation at temperatures above 0 °F (−18 °C). . The outside temperature is not in the required operating range. { Warning . The vehicle is in any gear other than D (Drive). Do not plug in the engine block heater while the vehicle is parked . Tow/Haul Mode or other driver in a garage or under a carport. modes have been selected. Property damage or personal 2. Open the hood and unwrap the The vehicle is on a steep hill or . injury may result. Always park the electrical cord. The bundled grade. vehicle in a clear open area away cord is on the driver side of the . The driver door has been from buildings or structures. engine compartment, in front of opened or driver seat belt has the battery. See Engine 0 been unbuckled. To Use the Engine Heater Compartment Overview 252. . The hood has been opened. 1. Turn off the engine. Check the heater cord for . The Auto Stop has reached the damage. If it is damaged, do maximum allowed time. not use it. See your dealer for a replacement. Inspect the Engine Heater cord for damage yearly. 3. Plug the cord into a normal, The engine heater can provide grounded 110-volt AC outlet. easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0 °F (−18 °C). Vehicles with an Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 187 away from moving engine { Warning Warning (Continued) parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. Improper use of the heater cord it overheat and cause a fire, or an extension cord can damage property damage, electric The length of time the heater should the cord and may result in shock, and injury. remain plugged in depends on overheating and fire. several factors. Ask a dealer in the . Do not operate the vehicle area where you will be parking the . Plug the cord into a with the heater cord vehicle for the best advice on this. three-prong electrical utility permanently attached to the receptacle that is protected vehicle. Possible heater Retained Accessory by a ground fault detection cord and thermostat function. An ungrounded damage could occur. Power (RAP) outlet could cause an . While in use, do not let the When the ignition is turned from on electric shock. heater cord touch vehicle to off, the following features (if . Use a weatherproof, parts or sharp edges. Never equipped) will continue to function heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated close the hood on the for up to 10 minutes, or until the extension cord if needed. heater cord. driver door is opened. These features will also work when the Failure to use the . Before starting the vehicle, ignition is in RUN or ACC/ recommended extension unplug the cord, reattach ACCESSORY: cord in good operating the cover to the plug, and condition, or using a securely fasten the cord. . Infotainment System damaged heater or Keep the cord away from extension cord, could make . Power Windows (during RAP any moving parts. this functionality will be lost (Continued) when any door is opened) 4. Before starting the engine, be . Sunroof (during RAP this sure to unplug and store the functionality will be lost when cord as it was before to keep it any door is opened) . Auxiliary Power Outlet Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

188 Driving and Operating . Audio System see if you can move the shift lever Warning (Continued) . OnStar System away from P (Park) without first pressing the button. It is dangerous to get out of the Shifting Into Park vehicle if the shift lever is not fully If you can, it means that the shift in P (Park) with the parking brake lever was not fully locked in 1. Hold the brake pedal down and P (Park). set the parking brake. See firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Electric Parking Brake 0 196. Do not leave the vehicle when the Torque Lock 2. Move the shift lever into engine is running. If you have left Torque lock is when the weight of P (Park) by holding in the the engine running, the vehicle the vehicle puts too much force on button on the shift lever and can move suddenly. You or others the parking pawl in the pushing the shift lever all the could be injured. To be sure the transmission. This happens when way toward the front of the vehicle will not move, even when parking on a hill and shifting the vehicle. you are on fairly level ground, transmission into P (Park) is not 3. Turn the ignition off. always set the parking brake and done properly and then it is difficult move the shift lever to P (Park). to shift out of P (Park). To prevent Leaving the Vehicle with the See Shifting Into Park 0 188. torque lock, set the parking brake Engine Running If you are towing a trailer, see and then shift into P (Park). To find Driving Characteristics and out how, see “Shifting Into Park” { Warning Towing Tips 0 233. listed previously. If torque lock does occur, your It can be dangerous to leave the If you have to leave the vehicle with vehicle may need to be pushed vehicle with the engine running. the engine running, be sure the uphill by another vehicle to relieve It could overheat and catch fire. vehicle is in P (Park) and the the parking pawl pressure, so you (Continued) parking brake is set before you can shift out of P (Park). leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into P (Park), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 189 Shifting out of Park 1. Fully release the shift lever Extended Parking button. The vehicle is equipped with an It is best not to park with the vehicle electronic shift lock release system. 2. While holding down the brake running. If the vehicle is left running, The shift lock release is designed to pedal, press the shift lever be sure it will not move and there is prevent movement of the shift lever button again. adequate ventilation. out of P (Park), unless the ignition is 3. Move the shift lever to the See Shifting Into Park 0 188 and on or in Service Mode and the desired position. Engine Exhaust 0 190. regular brake pedal is applied. This vehicle may have the Buckle to If the vehicle is left parked and The shift lock release is always Drive feature, which may prevent running with the RKE transmitter functional except in the case of an the vehicle from shifting out of outside the vehicle, it will continue 0 uncharged or low voltage (less than P (Park). See Seat Belts 55. to run for up to half an hour. 9-volt) battery. If you still cannot move the shift If the vehicle is left parked and If the vehicle has an uncharged lever from P (Park), see your dealer. running with the RKE transmitter battery or a battery with low voltage, inside the vehicle, it will continue to try charging or jump starting the Parking over Things run for up to an hour. battery. See Jump Starting - North America 0 312. That Burn The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is parked on a hill, due to lack of To shift out of P (Park): { Warning available fuel. 1. Turn the ignition on. The timer will reset if the vehicle is Things that can burn could touch 2. Apply the brake pedal. taken out of P (Park) while it is hot exhaust parts under the running. 3. Press the shift lever button. vehicle and ignite. Do not park 4. Move the shift lever to the over papers, leaves, dry grass, desired position. or other things that can burn. If you still are unable to shift out of P (Park): Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

190 Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust If the vehicle is left with the engine Warning (Continued) running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. { Warning . There are holes or openings See Shifting Into Park 0 188 and in the vehicle body from Engine Exhaust 0 190. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket monoxide (CO), which cannot be modifications that are not If parking on a hill and pulling a seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed. trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 233. can cause unconsciousness and If unusual fumes are detected or even death. if it is suspected that exhaust is Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle: . The vehicle idles in areas . Drive it only with the with poor ventilation windows completely down. (parking garages, tunnels, . Have the vehicle repaired deep snow that may block immediately. underbody airflow or tail pipes). Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed . The exhaust smells or area such as a garage or a sounds strange or different. building that has no fresh air . The exhaust system leaks ventilation. due to corrosion or damage. . The vehicle exhaust system Running the Vehicle has been modified, damaged, or improperly While Parked repaired. It is better not to park with the (Continued) engine running. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 191 Automatic and move the shift lever into Warning (Continued) another gear. See Shifting out of Transmission Park 0 189. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running. If you have left R: Use this gear to back up. the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others Caution could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when Shifting to R (Reverse) while the you are on fairly level ground, vehicle is moving forward could always set the parking brake and damage the transmission. The move the shift lever to P (Park). repairs would not be covered by See Shifting Into Park 0 188 and the vehicle warranty. Shift to Driving Characteristics and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle Towing Tips 0 233. is stopped.

Make sure the shift lever is fully in To rock the vehicle back and forth to P: This position locks the drive P (Park) before starting the engine. get out of snow, ice, or sand without wheels. Use P (Park) when starting The vehicle has an automatic damaging the transmission, see If 0 the engine because the vehicle transmission shift lock control the Vehicle Is Stuck 177. cannot move easily. system. With the ignition on, fully N: In this position, the engine does apply the regular brake, then press not connect with the wheels. To { Warning the button on the shift lever before restart the engine when the vehicle shifting from P (Park). If you cannot is already moving, use It is dangerous to get out of the shift out of P (Park), ease pressure N (Neutral) only. vehicle if the shift lever is not fully on the shift lever, then push the shift in P (Park) with the parking brake lever all the way into P (Park) as firmly set. The vehicle can roll. you maintain brake application. (Continued) Then press the shift lever button Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

192 Driving and Operating designed to improve fuel economy { Warning Caution and performance. Use the brake to hold the vehicle on a hill. Do not use Shifting into a drive gear while the A transmission hot message may the accelerator pedal. engine is running at high speed is display if the automatic dangerous. Unless your foot is transmission fluid is too hot. L: This position gives you access firmly on the brake pedal, the Driving under this condition can to gear ranges. This provides more vehicle could move very rapidly. damage the vehicle. Stop and idle engine braking but lower fuel You could lose control and hit the engine to cool the automatic economy than D (Drive). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep people or objects. Do not shift transmission fluid. This message snow or mud. See Manual Mode into a drive gear while the engine clears when the transmission fluid 0 193. is running at high speed. has cooled sufficiently. Operating Modes : The transmission may operate in a lower D: This position is for normal gear than normal to improve vehicle Caution driving. If more power is needed for performance. The engine speed passing, press the accelerator may be higher and there may be an Shifting out of P (Park) or pedal down. increase in noise during the N (Neutral) with the engine following conditions: running at high speed may Caution . When climbing a grade. damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by If the vehicle does not shift gears, . When driving downhill. the transmission could be the vehicle warranty. Be sure the . When driving in hot engine is not running at high damaged. Have the vehicle temperatures, or at high altitude. speed when shifting the vehicle. serviced right away.

If the vehicle is stopped on a hill, with your foot off the brake pedal, the vehicle may roll. This is normal and is due to the torque converter Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 193 Manual Mode 1. Press the shift lever button and commanded. If in 8 (Eighth) through move the shift lever to L (Low). 2 (Second) a single downshift will Electronic Range Select 2. Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on occur. (ERS) Mode the shift lever to increase or While in L (Low), the transmission ERS mode allows you to choose the decrease the gear range will prevent shifting to a lower gear top-gear limit of the transmission available. range if the engine speed is too and the vehicle's speed while When you shift from D (Drive) to high. You have a brief period of time driving downhill or towing a trailer. L (Low), the transmission will shift to to slow the vehicle. If vehicle speed The vehicle has an electronic shift a pre-determined lower gear range. is not reduced within the time position indicator within the The highest gear available for this allowed, the lower gear range shift instrument cluster. When using the pre-determined range is displayed will not be completed. You must ERS mode a number will display next to the L in the DIC. See Driver further slow the vehicle, then press next to the L, indicating the highest Information Center (DIC) 0 134. The − (Minus) to the desired lower gear gear available for the range number displayed in the DIC is the range. selected. highest gear that the transmission Automatic Engine Grade Braking is will be allowed to operate in. This not available when the ERS is means that all gears below that active. It is available in D (Drive) for number are available. For example, both normal driving and Tow/Haul when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the Mode. While using the ERS, cruise L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears control and the Tow/Haul Mode can are automatically shifted by the be used. See “Tow/Haul Mode” vehicle. The transmission will not following. shift into 5 (Fifth) until the + (Plus) button is used or you shift back into D (Drive). If the transmission is in 9 (Ninth) gear when L (Low) is selected, a downshift to 7 (Seventh) will be To use this feature: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

194 Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode Automatic Engine Grade Drive Systems Braking Automatic Engine Grade Braking All-Wheel Drive assists when driving downhill. Vehicles with this feature can It maintains vehicle speed by operate in All-Wheel automatically implementing a shift Drive (AWD) Mode. pattern that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. The system will automatically command downshifts to reduce vehicle speed. The normal shift pattern will return once the vehicle is on a low grade or when the accelerator pedal is pressed. This feature can assist when towing While in the Electronic Range or hauling a heavy load. Select (ERS) mode, grade braking is _ : Select Tow/Haul Mode with deactivated, allowing the driver to the knob on the center console. select a range and limiting the highest gear available. Grade When Tow/Haul Mode is activated, braking is available for normal a message is displayed on the driving and in Tow/Haul Mode. Turn the knob to 4 to select AWD. Driver Information Center (DIC). 0 See Driving Characteristics and See Automatic Transmission 191. The AWD Mode will stay selected Towing Tips 0 233 and until the mode is changed. See 0 Driver Mode Control 0 200. Driver Mode Control 200. When operated in Two-wheel drive, the vehicle will deliver power to the front wheels only and may provide better fuel economy. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 195 When using a compact spare tire on Brakes ABS does not change the time an AWD vehicle, the system needed to get a foot on the brake automatically detects the compact pedal and does not always spare and reduces AWD Antilock Brake decrease stopping distance. If you performance to protect the system. System (ABS) get too close to the vehicle ahead, To restore full AWD operation and there will not be enough time to The Antilock Brake System (ABS) prevent excessive wear on the apply the brakes if that vehicle helps prevent a braking skid and system, replace the compact spare suddenly slows or stops. Always maintain steering while with a full-size tire as soon as leave enough room ahead to stop, braking hard. possible. See Compact Spare Tire even with ABS. 0 311. ABS performs a system check when the vehicle is first driven. Using ABS A momentary motor or clicking noise Do not pump the brakes. Just hold may be heard while this test is going the brake pedal down firmly. on, and the brake pedal may move Hearing or feeling ABS operate is slightly. This is normal. normal. Braking in Emergencies ABS allows steering and braking at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help even more than braking.

If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light 0 128. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

196 Driving and Operating Electric Parking Brake Service Parking Brake light. See Do not drive the vehicle if the Y or 0 Electric Parking Brake Light 127 PARK light is flashing. See your and dealer. See Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking Brake Light Light 0 127. 0 127. If the 8 light is on or the Y or Before leaving the vehicle, check for Y PARK light flashes when the ignition the or PARK light to ensure that is turned on, pull the EPB switch the parking brake is applied. and hold it. Continue to hold the EPB Apply switch until the Y or PARK light To apply the EPB: remains on. If the 8 light remains on, see your dealer. 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is moving, the vehicle will The vehicle has an Electric Parking 2. Lift up the EPB switch decelerate as long as the switch is Brake (EPB). The EPB can always momentarily. pulled. If the switch is pulled until be activated, even if the ignition is The Y or PARK light will flash and the vehicle comes to a stop, the off. To prevent draining the battery, then stay on once the EPB is fully EPB will remain applied. avoid repeated cycles of the EPB system when the engine is not applied. If the Y or PARK light The vehicle may automatically apply running. flashes continuously, then the EPB the EPB in some situations when is only partially applied, the vehicle the vehicle is not moving. This is The system has a Y or PARK is in Service Mode, or there is a normal, and is done to periodically Electric Parking Brake light, and problem with the EPB. A Driver check the correct operation of the some vehicles may have a 8 Information Center (DIC) message EPB system. will display. Release the EPB and If the EPB fails to apply, block the try to apply it again. If the light does rear wheels to prevent vehicle not come on, or keeps flashing, movement. have the vehicle serviced. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 197 EPB Release pedal pulsation, and/or pedal Caution (Continued) movement during this time may To release the EPB: occur. Continue to apply the brake 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ Make sure that the parking brake pedal as the driving situation ACCESSORY. is fully released and the brake dictates. Brake Assist disengages warning light is off before driving. 2. Apply and hold the brake when the brake pedal is released. pedal. If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle Hill Start Assist (HSA) 3. Press the EPB switch is pulling a trailer, see Driving momentarily. Characteristics and Towing Tips { Warning The EPB is released when the Y 0 233. Do not rely on the HSA feature. or PARK light is off. Automatic EPB Release HSA does not replace the need to If the 8 light is on or the Y or The EPB will automatically release if pay attention and drive safely. PARK light flashes, release the EPB the vehicle is running, placed into You may not hear or feel alerts or by pressing and holding the EPB gear, and an attempt is made to warnings provided by this system. switch. Continue to hold the switch drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration Failure to use proper care when until the Y or PARK light is off. when the EPB is applied, to driving may result in injury, death, If either light stays on after release preserve parking brake lining life. or vehicle damage. See is attempted, see your dealer. Defensive Driving 0 167. Brake Assist Caution Brake Assist detects rapid brake When the vehicle is stopped on a pedal applications due to Driving with the parking brake on grade, Hill Start Assist (HSA) emergency braking situations and prevents the vehicle from rolling in can overheat the brake system provides additional braking to an unintended direction during the and cause premature wear or activate the Antilock Brake System transition from brake pedal release damage to brake system parts. (ABS) if the brake pedal is not to accelerator pedal apply. The (Continued) pushed hard enough to activate brakes release when the accelerator ABS normally. Minor noise, brake pedal is applied. If the accelerator Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

198 Driving and Operating pedal is not applied within a few Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the minutes, the Electric Parking Brake driver in keeping the vehicle on the will apply. The brakes may also Traction Control/ intended path. release under other conditions. Do If cruise control is being used and not rely on HSA to hold the vehicle. Electronic Stability TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to HSA is available when the vehicle is Control limit wheel spin, cruise control will facing uphill in a forward gear, disengage. Cruise control may be or when facing downhill in System Operation turned back on when road R (Reverse). The vehicle must The vehicle has a Traction Control conditions allow. TCS and come to a complete stop on a grade System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/ StabiliTrak/ESC will automatically for HSA to activate. Electronic Stability Control (ESC), turn on when cruise control is set. an electronic stability control Both systems come on system. These systems help limit automatically when the vehicle is wheel slip and assist the driver in started and begins to move. The maintaining control, especially on systems may be heard or felt while slippery road conditions. they are operating or while TCS activates if it senses that any performing diagnostic checks. This of the drive wheels are spinning or is normal and does not mean there beginning to lose traction. When this is a problem with the vehicle. happens, TCS applies the brakes to It is recommended to leave both the spinning wheels and reduces systems on for normal driving engine power to limit wheel spin. conditions, but it may be necessary StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets vehicle senses a difference between stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. the intended path and the direction See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 177 the vehicle is actually traveling. and “Turning the Systems Off and StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies On” later in this section. braking pressure to any one of the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 199 2. Turn the engine off and wait To turn TCS on again, press and 15 seconds. release g. The Traction Off light i 3. Start the engine. displayed in the instrument cluster will turn off. 4. Drive the vehicle. If TCS is limiting wheel spin when If d comes on and stays on, see g is pressed, the system will not turn The indicator light for both systems your dealer. is in the instrument cluster. This off until the wheels stop spinning. light will: Turning the Systems Off To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ . Flash when TCS is limiting and On ESC, press and hold g until the wheel spin. Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak/ . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is ESC OFF light g come on and stay activated. on in the instrument cluster. . Turn on and stay on when either To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on system is not working. again, press and release g. The If either system fails to turn on or to Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak/ activate, a message displays in the Caution Driver Information Center (DIC), and ESC OFF light g in the instrument d comes on and stays on to Do not repeatedly brake or cluster turn off. indicate that the system is inactive accelerate heavily when TCS is Adding accessories can affect the and is not assisting the driver in off. The vehicle driveline could be vehicle performance. See maintaining control. The vehicle is damaged. Accessories and Modifications safe to drive, but driving should be 0 249. adjusted accordingly. To turn off only TCS, press and d If comes on and stays on: release g on the center console. 1. Stop the vehicle. The Traction Off light i displays in the instrument cluster. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

200 Driving and Operating Driver Mode Control vehicle in Two-Wheel Drive (AWD vehicles) or is the normal drive If equipped with Front-Wheel Drive mode (FWD vehicles). Use this (FWD), the Driver Mode Control mode for normal driving conditions. may have the following modes: This is the most fuel efficient drive FWD, Snow, and Tow/Haul. mode. See Driving for Better Fuel If equipped with All-Wheel Drive Economy 0 166. (AWD), the Driver Mode Control may have AWD, Two-Wheel Drive 4 (AWD Only) : Vehicle is in AWD (2WD), Off-Road, and Tow/Haul. Mode. This mode will remain active There may be Driver Information through future ignition cycles. AWD Center (DIC) messages displayed Mode provides drive torque to all for each drive mode. four wheels. Use this mode for Driver Mode Control Knob driving conditions that require for AWD improved traction such as gravel, sand, wet pavement, snow, and ice. Rotate the Driver Mode Control AWD may turn off and display a knob to make a mode selection. The message on the DIC in instances of icons on the knob will illuminate to extensive use or overheating. indicate which mode is active. A Driver Information Center (DIC) When in AWD Mode, the AWD message will indicate that the mode Mode indicator will be on. For more is on when switching to different information on AWD Mode, see modes. All-Wheel Drive 0 194. 5 (AWD Only) or q (FWD 6 (FWD Only) : Vehicle is in Snow Only) : Vehicle is in either Mode. This mode will not remain Driver Mode Control Knob Front-Wheel Drive for non AWD active through future ignition cycles. for FWD vehicles, or Two-Wheel Drive for The vehicle will be in Front-Wheel AWD vehicles. This mode will Drive when the engine is restarted. remain active through future ignition Snow Mode improves vehicle cycles. This setting either puts the acceleration on snow and ice Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 201 covered roads. The accelerator provide more torque necessary pedal will be more sensitive to when towing heavy loads. This will provide finer control of the torque at also increase fuel consumption. Use the wheels in slippery conditions. this mode to assist in maintaining 7 (AWD Only) : Vehicle is in desired vehicle speeds when driving Off-Road Mode. This mode will not on downhill grades by using the remain active through future ignition engine and transmission to slow the cycles. The vehicle will be in vehicle. This helps prevent the Two-Wheel Drive when the engine brakes from overheating. For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode is restarted. This mode will 0 automatically activate AWD. The 194. accelerator pedal will be more The following table shows how the sensitive to provide finer control of different modes affect the various the torque at the wheels. subsystem functions that may be on StabiliTrak/ESC, ABS, and TCS will the vehicle. change for optimal off-road performance. Use this mode for public off-road recreational driving. See Off-Road Driving 0 170. _ Tow/Haul : Vehicle is in Tow/ Haul Mode. This mode will not remain active through future ignition cycles. The vehicle will be in Front-Wheel Drive or Two-Wheel Drive when the engine is restarted. This mode will automatically activate AWD. See All-Wheel Drive 0 194. The transmission holds lower gears longer before shifting to Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Modes: Front-Wheel AWD Snow Off-Road Tow/Haul Drive/ Two-Wheel Drive Mode Availability AWD & FWD AWD FWD AWD Towing Vehicles Vehicles Only Vehicles Only Vehicles Only Package (AWD & FWD) Retained In Future Ignition Cycles Yes Yes No No No Accelerator Pedal Sensitivity Normal Normal Snow Off-Road Normal Automatic Transmission Shifting Normal Normal Normal Normal Tow/Haul AWD Status (If Equipped) Off Normal AWD Not Available Off-Road Normal AWD (Two-Wheel Active AWD Active Active Drive) StabiliTrak/ESC, ABS, and TCS Normal Normal Normal Off-Road Normal Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 203 Cruise Control automatically disengages. See J : Press to turn the system on Traction Control/Electronic Stability and off. A white indicator appears in Control 0 198. If a collision alert the instrument cluster when cruise { Warning occurs when cruise control is is turned on. activated, cruise control is Cruise control can be dangerous disengaged. See Forward Collision RES+ : If there is a set speed in where you cannot drive safely at Alert (FCA) System 0 219. When memory, press briefly to resume to a steady speed. Do not use road conditions allow the cruise that speed or press and hold to cruise control on winding roads or control to be safely used, cruise accelerate. If the cruise control is in heavy traffic. control can be turned back on. already active, use to increase vehicle speed. Cruise control can be dangerous Turning off the TCS or StabiliTrak/ on slippery roads. On such roads, ESC system will disengage the SET− : Press briefly to set the fast changes in tire traction can cruise control. speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already cause excessive wheel slip, and If the brakes are applied, cruise you could lose control. Do not use active, use to decrease vehicle control disengages. speed. cruise control on slippery roads. * : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set With cruise control, a speed of speed from memory. about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your Setting Cruise Control foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds If J is on when not in use, SET− or below about 40 km/h (25 mph). RES+ could get pressed and go into If the Traction Control System (TCS) cruise when not desired. Keep J or StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability off when cruise is not being used. Control (ESC) system begins to limit 1. Press J. wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control 2. Get up to the desired speed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

204 Driving and Operating 3. Press and release SET−. The . Press and hold RES+ up until The speedometer reading can be desired set speed briefly the desired speed is reached, displayed in either English or metric appears in the instrument then release it. units. See Instrument Cluster 0 cluster. . To increase vehicle speed in (Uplevel) 115 or Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 4. Remove your foot from the small increments, briefly press 0 accelerator. RES+. For each press, the 118. The increment value used depends on the units displayed. When the cruise control has been vehicle goes about 1 km/h set to the desired speed, a green (1 mph) faster. Passing Another Vehicle While cruise control indicator appears on The speedometer reading can be Using Cruise Control the instrument cluster. displayed in either English or metric Use the accelerator pedal to units. See Instrument Cluster Resuming a Set Speed increase the vehicle speed. When (Uplevel) 0 115 or you take your foot off the pedal, the If the cruise control is set at a Instrument Cluster (Base Level) vehicle will slow down to the desired speed and then the brakes 0 118. The increment value used previous set cruise speed. * depends on the units displayed. are applied or is pressed, the While pressing the accelerator pedal cruise control is disengaged without Reducing Speed While Using or shortly following the release to erasing the set speed from memory. Cruise Control override cruise, briefly applying SET Once the vehicle speed reaches If the cruise control system is − will result in cruise set to the about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, already activated: current vehicle speed. press RES+ briefly. The vehicle Using Cruise Control on Hills returns to the previous set speed. . Press and hold SET− until the desired lower speed is reached, How well the cruise control will work Increasing Speed While Using then release it. on hills depends upon the vehicle Cruise Control . To decrease the vehicle speed in speed, load, and the steepness of If the cruise control system is small increments, briefly press the hills. When going up steep hills, already activated: SET−. For each press, the you might have to step on the vehicle goes about 1 km/h accelerator pedal to maintain your (1 mph) slower. speed. While on a hill, the transmission may downshift in order Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 205 to use engine braking to slow the section before using this system. vehicle and maintain the set speed. The following gap is the following { Warning Also, you may have to brake or shift time between your vehicle and a to a lower gear to keep your speed vehicle detected directly ahead in ACC has limited braking ability down. If the brake pedal is applied, your path, moving in the same and may not have time to slow cruise control disengages. direction. If no vehicle is detected in the vehicle down enough to avoid your path, ACC works like regular a collision with another vehicle Ending Cruise Control cruise control. ACC uses camera you are following. This can occur There are four ways to end cruise and radar sensors. See Radio when vehicles suddenly slow or control: Frequency Statement 0 355. stop ahead, or enter your lane. Also see Alerting the Driver in . Step lightly on the brake pedal. If a vehicle is detected in your path, “ ” this section. Complete attention is * ACC can apply acceleration or . Press . limited, moderate braking to always required while driving and you should be ready to take . Shift the transmission to maintain the selected following gap. N (Neutral). To disengage ACC, apply the brake. action and apply the brakes. See If ACC is controlling your vehicle Defensive Driving 0 167. . Press J. speed when the Traction Control Erasing Speed Memory System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The cruise control set speed is system activates, the ACC may { Warning erased from memory if J is automatically disengage. See ACC will not detect or brake for pressed or if the ignition is Traction Control/Electronic Stability children, pedestrians, animals, Control 0 198. When road turned off. or other objects. conditions allow ACC to be safely Adaptive Cruise Control used, the ACC can be turned Do not use ACC when: back on. (Continued) If equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it allows the driver to Turning off the TCS or StabiliTrak/ select the cruise control set speed ESC system will disengage the and following gap. Read this entire cruise control. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

206 Driving and Operating * : Press to disengage ACC Warning (Continued) without erasing the selected set . On winding and hilly roads speed. or when the sensors are [ : Press to select a following gap blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. time (or distance) setting for ACC of The system may not detect Far, Medium, or Near. a vehicle ahead. Keep the The speedometer reading can be entire front of the vehicle displayed in either English or metric clean. units. See Instrument Cluster . Visibility is low, such as in (Uplevel) 0 115 or fog, rain, or snow Instrument Cluster (Base Level) conditions. ACC 0 118. The increment value used performance is limited under J : Press to turn the system on or depends on the units displayed. these conditions. off. The indicator turns white on the Switching Between ACC and . On slippery roads where instrument cluster when ACC is Regular Cruise Control fast changes in tire traction turned on. To switch between ACC and regular can cause excessive RES+ : Press briefly to resume the cruise control, press and hold * wheel slip. previous set speed or to increase . vehicle speed. If ACC is already A Driver Information Display (DIC) message displays. See Vehicle activated, use to increase vehicle 0 speed. Messages 137. ACC can also be set while the SET– : Press briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and decrease vehicle speed. If ACC is the brake pedal is applied. already activated, use to decrease vehicle speed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 207 1. Press . Warning (Continued) J 2. Get up to the desired speed. control is in before using the 3. Press and release SET . feature. If ACC is not active, the – vehicle will not automatically 4. Remove foot from the accelerator. ACC Indicator Regular Cruise brake for other vehicles, which Control Indicator could cause a crash if the brakes After ACC is set, it may immediately are not applied manually. You and apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead When ACC is engaged, a green o others could be seriously injured is detected closer than the selected indicator will be lit on the instrument or killed. following gap. cluster and the following gap will be ACC can also be set while the displayed. When the regular cruise Setting Adaptive Cruise Control vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and control is engaged, a green the brake pedal is applied. J If is on when not in use, it could indicator will be lit on the instrument J get pressed and go into cruise when cluster; the following gap will not display. not desired. Keep J off when cruise is not being used. When the vehicle is turned on, the cruise control mode will be set to Select the set speed desired for the last mode used before the cruise. This is the vehicle speed vehicle was turned off. when no vehicle is detected in its path. When ACC is turned on, the indicator will be lit white. When ACC While the vehicle is moving, ACC { Warning is engaged, the indicator will turn will not set at a speed less than green. Always check the cruise control 25 km/h (16 mph), although it can be indicator on the instrument cluster resumed when driving at lower Be mindful of speed limits, to determine which mode cruise speeds. surrounding traffic speeds, and weather conditions when selecting (Continued) To set ACC while moving: the set speed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

208 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed exited a sharp curve, then the . To increase vehicle speed in If the ACC is set at a desired speed vehicle speed will increase to the larger increments, press and and then the brakes are applied, set speed. hold RES+. For each press, the ACC is disengaged without erasing vehicle goes 5 km/h (5 mph) Increasing Speed While ACC Is at faster. the set speed from memory. a Set Speed When it is determined that there is To begin using ACC again, press Do one of the following: RES+ up briefly. The vehicle returns no vehicle ahead or the vehicle to the previous set speed. . Use the accelerator to get to the ahead is beyond the selected higher speed. Press SET– . following gap, then the vehicle . If the vehicle is moving, it returns Release the control and the speed will increase to the set speed. to the previous set speed. accelerator pedal. The vehicle The set speed can also be will now cruise at the higher . If the vehicle is stopped with the increased while the vehicle is brake pedal applied, press RES speed. stopped. + and release the brake pedal. When the accelerator pedal is ACC will hold the vehicle until . If stopped with the brake pressed, ACC will not brake applied, press RES+ until the RES+ or the accelerator pedal is because it is overridden. The desired set speed is displayed. pressed. ACC indicator will turn blue on A green ACC indicator and the set the instrument cluster. . If ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop and there is another vehicle speed display on the instrument . Press and hold RES+ until the cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator directly ahead, pressing RES+ desired set speed appears on will increase the set speed. may be flashing if a vehicle ahead the display, then release it. was present and moved. See Pressing RES+ when there is no To increase vehicle speed in Approaching and Following a . longer a vehicle ahead will “ small increments, press RES+. Vehicle later in this section. cause ACC to resume. ” For each press, the vehicle goes Once ACC has resumed, if there is 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. Reducing Speed While ACC Is at a no vehicle ahead, if the vehicle Set Speed ahead is beyond the selected Do one of the following: following gap, or if the vehicle has Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 209 . Use the brake to get to the vehicle's speed and attempt to or Near) for the Forward Collision desired lower speed. Release maintain the follow distance gap Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward the brake and press SET–. The selected. Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 219. vehicle will now cruise at the lower speed. Press [ on the steering wheel to Alerting the Driver adjust the following gap. Each press . Press and hold SET– until the cycles the gap button through three desired lower speed is reached, settings: Far, Medium, or Near. then release it. When pressed, the current gap . To decrease the vehicle speed in setting displays briefly on the smaller increments, press SET−. instrument cluster. The gap setting For each press, the vehicle goes will be maintained until it is about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. changed. If ACC is engaged, driver action . To decrease the vehicle speed in Since each gap setting corresponds may be required when ACC cannot larger increments, press and to a following time (Far, Medium, apply sufficient braking because of hold SET−. For each press, the or Near), the following distance will approaching a vehicle too rapidly. vehicle goes about 5 km/h vary based on vehicle speed. The When this condition occurs, six red (5 mph) slower. faster the vehicle speed, the further lights will flash on the windshield . To decrease speed while the back your vehicle will follow a and eight beeps will sound from the vehicle is stopped, press SET− vehicle detected ahead. Consider front. See “Collision/Detection until the desired set speed is traffic and weather conditions when Systems” under Vehicle displayed. selecting the following gap. The Personalization 0 138. range of selectable gaps may not be See Defensive Driving 0 167. Selecting the Follow Distance Gap appropriate for all drivers and When a slower moving vehicle is driving conditions. detected ahead within the selected Changing the gap setting following gap, ACC will adjust the automatically changes the alert timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

210 Driving and Operating Approaching and Following a braking may feel or sound different ACC Automatically Disengages Vehicle than if the brakes were applied ACC may automatically disengage manually. This is normal. and the driver will need to manually Stationary or Very Slow-Moving apply the brakes to slow the Objects vehicle if: . The sensors are blocked. { Warning . The Traction Control System ACC may not detect and react to (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ESC system The vehicle ahead indicator is in the stopped or slow-moving vehicles has activated or been disabled. instrument cluster. ahead of you. For example, the . There is a fault in the system. The vehicle ahead indicator only system may not brake for a . The radar falsely reports displays when a vehicle is detected vehicle it has never detected blockage when driving in a in your vehicle’s path moving in the moving. This can occur in desert or remote area with no same direction. stop-and-go traffic or when a other vehicle or roadside If this symbol is not displaying, ACC vehicle suddenly appears due to objects. A DIC message may will not respond to or brake for a vehicle ahead changing lanes. display to indicate that ACC is vehicles ahead. Your vehicle may not stop and temporarily unavailable. could cause a crash. Use caution ACC automatically slows the vehicle The ACC indicator will turn white down and adjusts vehicle speed to when using ACC. Your complete when ACC is no longer active. follow the vehicle in front at the attention is always required while driving and you should be ready In some cases, when ACC will not selected follow gap. The vehicle activate, regular cruise control may speed increases or decreases to to take action and apply the be used. See “Switching Between follow the vehicle in front of you, but brakes. ACC and Regular Cruise Control” will not exceed the set speed. It may previously in this section. Always apply limited braking, if necessary. consider driving conditions before When braking is active, the brake using either cruise control system. lights will come on. The automatic Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 211 Notification to Resume ACC A DIC warning message may ACC Override ACC will maintain a follow gap display indicating to shift to P (Park) If using the accelerator pedal while before exiting the vehicle. See behind a detected vehicle and slow 0 ACC is active, the ACC indicator your vehicle to a stop behind that Vehicle Messages 137. turns blue on the instrument cluster. vehicle. ACC will resume operation when the { Warning If the stopped vehicle ahead has accelerator pedal is not being pressed. driven away and ACC has not If ACC has stopped the vehicle, resumed, the vehicle ahead and if ACC is disengaged, turned { Warning indicator will flash and three beeps off, or canceled, the vehicle will will sound as a reminder to check no longer be held at a stop. The The ACC will not automatically traffic ahead before proceeding. See vehicle can move. When ACC is Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier in apply the brakes if your foot is “ ” holding the vehicle at a stop, Collision/Detection Systems under resting on the accelerator pedal. “ ” always be prepared to manually Vehicle Personalization 0 138. You could crash into a vehicle apply the brakes. ahead of you. When the vehicle ahead drives away, press RES+ or the accelerator pedal to resume ACC. Curves in the Road If stopped for more than { Warning two minutes or if the driver door is { Warning opened and the driver seat belt is Leaving the vehicle without unbuckled, the ACC automatically placing it in P (Park) can be On curves, ACC may not detect a applies the Electric Parking Brake dangerous. Do not leave the vehicle ahead in your lane. You (EPB) to hold the vehicle. The vehicle while it is being held at a could be startled if the vehicle Electric Parking Brake status light stop by ACC. Always place the accelerates up to the set speed, will turn on. See Electric Parking vehicle in P (Park) and turn off especially when following a 0 Brake 196. To resume ACC and the ignition before leaving the vehicle exiting or entering exit release the EPB, press the vehicle. ramps. You could lose control of accelerator pedal. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

212 Driving and Operating ACC may occasionally provide an Warning (Continued) alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could the vehicle or crash. Do not use respond to vehicles in different ACC while driving on an entrance lanes, signs, guardrails, and other or exit ramp. Always be ready to stationary objects when entering or use the brakes if necessary. exiting a curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does not need service. { Warning When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes entering a curve, ACC may not On curves, ACC may respond to detect the vehicle ahead and a vehicle in another lane, or may accelerate to the set speed. When not have time to react to a vehicle this happens, the vehicle ahead in your lane. You could crash into indicator will not appear. a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra attention in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane. The brakes may need to be manually ACC may operate differently in a applied. sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC may detect a vehicle that is sharp. not in your lane and apply the brakes. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 213 Do Not Use ACC on Hills and Erasing Speed Memory Driver Assistance When Towing a Trailer The cruise control set speed is Systems erased from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is This vehicle may have features that turned off. work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while Cleaning the Sensing System driving, backing, and parking. Read The camera sensor on the this entire section before using windshield behind the rearview these systems. mirror and the radar sensors on the front of the vehicle can become { Warning blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. Do not use ACC when driving on These areas need to be cleaned for Do not rely on the Driver steep hills or when towing a trailer. ACC to operate properly. Assistance Systems. These ACC will not detect a vehicle in the systems do not replace the need lane while driving on steep hills. The If ACC will not operate, regular for paying attention and driving driver will often need to take over cruise control may be available. See safely. You may not hear or see acceleration and braking on steep “Switching Between ACC and hills, especially when towing a Regular Cruise Control” previously alerts or warnings provided by trailer. If the brakes are applied, the in this section. Always consider these systems. Failure to use ACC disengages. driving conditions before using proper care when driving may either cruise control system. result in injury, death, or vehicle Disengaging ACC damage. See Defensive Driving For cleaning instructions, see There are three ways to 0 167. “Washing the Vehicle” under disengage ACC: Exterior Care 0 318. Under many conditions, these . Step lightly on the brake pedal. System operation may also be systems will not: . Press *. limited under snow, heavy rain, (Continued) or road spray conditions. . Press J. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

. Detect children, Complete attention is always pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you or animals. should be ready to take action . Detect vehicles or objects and apply the brakes and/or steer outside the area monitored the vehicle to avoid crashes. by the system. . Work at all driving speeds. Audible Alert . Warn you or provide you Some driver assistance features with enough time to avoid a alert the driver of obstacles by crash. beeping. To change the volume of the warning chime, see “Comfort . Work under poor visibility or and Convenience” under Vehicle bad weather conditions. Personalization 0 138. . Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered Cleaning by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. Depending on vehicle options, keep . Work if the detection sensor these areas of the vehicle clean to is covered up, such as with ensure the best driver assistance a sticker, magnet, or metal feature performance. Driver plate. Information Center (DIC) messages may display when the systems are . Work if the area surrounding unavailable or blocked. the detection sensor is . Front and rear bumpers and the damaged or not properly area below the bumpers repaired. . Front and headlamps (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 215 . Front camera lens in the front Rear Vision Camera (RVC) grille or near the front emblem When the vehicle is shifted into . Front side and rear side panels R (Reverse), the RVC displays an . Outside of the windshield in front image of the area behind the vehicle of the rearview mirrors in the infotainment display. The previous screen displays when the . Side camera lens on the bottom vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) of the outside mirrors after a short delay. To return to the . Rear side corner bumpers previous screen sooner, press any button on the infotainment system, 1. View Displayed by the . Rear Vision Camera above the shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle Camera license plate speed of approximately 12 km/h (8 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper Radio Frequency mph). The RVC is above the license Displayed images may be farther or plate. This vehicle may be equipped with closer than they appear. The area driver assistance systems that displayed is limited and objects that operate using radio frequency. See are close to either corner of the Radio Frequency Statement 0 355. bumper or under the bumper do not display. Assistance Systems for A warning triangle may display to Parking or Backing show that RPA has detected an object. This triangle changes from If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera amber to red and increases in size (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA), the closer the object. Surround Vision, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the Hitch Guidance driver park or avoid objects. Always If equipped, this feature displays a check around the vehicle when single, centered guideline on the parking or backing. 1. View Displayed by the camera display to assist with Camera aligning a vehicle’s hitch ball with a Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

216 Driving and Operating trailer coupler. Select the trailer infotainment system, shift into guidance line button, then align the Warning (Continued) P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed trailer guidance line over the trailer of approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). coupler. Continuously steer the making lane change decisions. Before making a lane change, vehicle to keep the guidance line { Warning centered on the coupler when always check the mirrors and backing. RVC Park Assist overlays glance over your shoulder. The Surround Vision cameras will not display when the trailer Improper use could result in have blind spots and will not guidance line is active. Hitch serious injury to you or others. display all objects near the Guidance is only available in corners of the vehicle. Folding Standard View. Surround Vision outside mirrors that are out of To check the trailer when in a If equipped, Surround Vision shows position may not display surround forward gear above 12 km/h an image of the area surrounding view correctly. Always check (8 mph), touch CAMERA on the the vehicle, along with the front or around the vehicle when parking infotainment display to view the rear rear camera views on the or backing. camera. Touch X to exit the view or infotainment display. The front it will be removed automatically after camera is in the grille or near the eight seconds. front emblem, the side cameras are on the bottom of the outside mirrors, { Warning and the rear camera is above the license plate. Use Hitch Guidance only to help back the vehicle to a trailer hitch The Surround Vision system can be or, when traveling above 12 km/h accessed by selecting CAMERA in the infotainment display or when the (8 mph), to briefly check the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). status of your trailer. Do not use To return to the previous screen for any other purpose, such as sooner, press any button on the 1. Views Displayed by the (Continued) Surround Vision Cameras 2. Area Not Shown Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 217 infotainment display when a camera Warning (Continued) view is active. Touching the button multiple times will toggle between vehicle before driving. Failure to front and rear camera views. use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. If equipped, the front view camera also displays when the Park Assist system detects an object within Camera Views 30 cm (12 in). Front/Rear Junction View : 1. Views Displayed by the Displays a front or rear cross traffic Surround Vision Cameras view that shows objects directly to 2. Area Not Shown the left and right of the front or back of the vehicle. Touch Junction View { Warning on the infotainment display when a camera view is active. Touching the The camera(s) do not display button multiple times will toggle children, pedestrians, bicyclists, between front and rear camera crossing traffic, animals, or any views. other object outside of the Front/Rear Overhead View : cameras’ field of view, below the Displays a front or rear overhead bumper, or under the vehicle. view of the vehicle. Touching the Shown distances may be different Touch the camera view buttons along the bottom of the infotainment button will toggle between the two from actual distances. Do not views. drive or park the vehicle using display. Available views will differ only these camera(s). Always depending on vehicle options. Front/Rear Bowl View : Displays a check behind and around the Front/Rear Standard View : view of the vehicle from either the front or the back of the vehicle. (Continued) Displays an image of the area in front or behind the vehicle. Touch Touch Bowl View on the Front/Rear Standard View on the infotainment display when a camera Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

218 Driving and Operating view is active. Touching the button Top Down View : Displays an of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; multiple times will toggle between image of the area surrounding the and clean sensors after a car wash forward and rearward views. Park vehicle, along with the rear camera in freezing temperatures. Assist and RCTA overlays are not view in the infotainment display. The available when Bowl View is active. rear camera view will be replaced { Warning Side Forward/Rearward View : by the front camera view after Displays a view that shows objects shifting from R (Reverse) to a The Park Assist system does not next to the front or rear sides of the forward gear or when the vehicle is detect children, pedestrians, vehicle. Touch Side Forward/ moving forward slower than 12 km/h bicyclists, animals, or objects Rearward View on the infotainment (8 mph). This view can only be below the bumper or that are too display when a camera view is enabled in Front/Rear Standard close or too far from the vehicle. active. Touching the button multiple View by touching the Top Down It is not available at speeds times will toggle between forward View button when a camera view is greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To active. and rearward views. Park Assist prevent injury, death, or vehicle and RCTA overlays are not Park Assist damage, even with Park Assist, available when Side Forward/ always check the area around the Rearward View is active. With RPA, as the vehicle backs up at speeds of less than 8 km/h vehicle and check all mirrors Hitch View : Assists while (5 mph), the sensors on the rear before backing. connecting to a trailer. Displays a bumper may detect objects up to zoomed-in view of the hitch to help 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle within align the vehicle’s hitch ball with the a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the trailer coupler. Shifting into P (Park) ground and below bumper level. while in this view will automatically These detection distances may be engage the Electronic Parking shorter during warmer or humid Brake (EPB). weather. Guidance Lines : Displays Blocked sensors will not detect available guidelines, including objects and can also cause false standard and Hitch Guidance. detections. Keep the sensors clean Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 219 The instrument cluster may have a from the back of the vehicle do not Forward Collision Alert Park Assist display with bars that move further back when a trailer is (FCA) System show “distance to object” and object towed. location information for RPA. As the If equipped, the FCA system may object gets closer, more bars light Turning the Features On or Off help to avoid or reduce the harm up and the bars change color from RPA, RCTA, and Rear Park Assist caused by front-end crashes. When yellow to amber to red. symbols can be turned on or off approaching a vehicle ahead too When an object is first detected in through vehicle personalization. See quickly, FCA provides a red flashing the rear, one beep will be heard “Collision/Detection Systems” under alert on the windshield and rapidly 0 from the rear. When an object is Vehicle Personalization 138. beeps. FCA also lights an amber visual alert if following another very close, <0.6 m (2 ft) in the Turn off RPA when towing a trailer. vehicle rear, five beeps will sound vehicle much too closely. from the rear. Assistance Systems for FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60 m Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Driving (197 ft) and operates at speeds If equipped, RCTA shows a red If equipped, when driving the above 8 km/h (5 mph). If the vehicle warning triangle with a left or right vehicle in a forward gear, Forward has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), pointing arrow on the infotainment Collision Alert (FCA), Lane it can detect vehicles to distances of display to warn of traffic coming Departure Warning (LDW), Lane approximately 110 m (360 ft) and from the left or right. This system Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone operates at all speeds. See detects objects coming from up to Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert Adaptive Cruise Control 0 205. 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side (LCA), Automatic Emergency of the vehicle. When an object is Braking (AEB), and/or the Front { Warning detected, three beeps sound from Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System the left or right, depending on the can help to avoid a crash or reduce FCA is a warning system and direction of the detected vehicle. crash damage. does not apply the brakes. When Use caution while backing up when approaching a slower-moving or towing a trailer, as the RCTA stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, detection zones that extend out (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

220 Driving and Operating FCA warnings will not occur unless Warning (Continued) the FCA system detects a vehicle Warning (Continued) ahead. When a vehicle is detected, or when following a vehicle too the vehicle ahead indicator will proper condition. Keep the closely, FCA may not provide a display green. Vehicles may not be windshield, headlamps, and FCA warning with enough time to help detected on curves, highway exit sensors clean and in good repair. avoid a crash. It also may not ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; provide any warning at all. FCA or if a vehicle ahead is partially Collision Alert does not warn of pedestrians, blocked by pedestrians or other animals, signs, guardrails, objects. FCA will not detect another bridges, construction barrels, vehicle ahead until it is completely or other objects. Be ready to take in the driving lane. action and apply the brakes. See Defensive Driving 0 167. { Warning

FCA does not provide a warning FCA can be disabled through When your vehicle approaches to help avoid a crash, unless it vehicle personalization. See another detected vehicle too rapidly, detects a vehicle. FCA may not “Collision/Detection Systems” under the red FCA display will flash on the Vehicle Personalization 0 138. detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA windshield. Also, eight rapid sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, high-pitched beeps will sound from Detecting the Vehicle Ahead or ice, or if the windshield is the front. When this Collision Alert damaged. It may also not detect a occurs, the brake system may vehicle on winding or hilly roads, prepare for driver braking to occur or in conditions that can limit more rapidly which can cause a visibility such as fog, rain, brief, mild deceleration. Continue to or snow, or if the headlamps or apply the brake pedal as needed. windshield are not cleaned or in Cruise control may be disengaged (Continued) when the Collision Alert occurs. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 221 Tailgating Alert conditions when selecting the alert Cleaning the System timing. The range of selectable alert If the FCA system does not seem to timings may not be appropriate for operate properly, this may correct all drivers and driving conditions. the issue: If your vehicle is equipped with . Clean the outside of the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), windshield in front of the changing the FCA timing setting rearview mirror. automatically changes the following The vehicle ahead indicator will gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near). . Clean the entire front of the display amber when you are vehicle. following a vehicle ahead much too Following Distance Indication . Clean the headlamps. closely. The following distance to a moving Selecting the Alert Timing vehicle you are following is Automatic Emergency indicated in following time in The Collision Alert control is on the seconds on the DIC. See Driver Braking (AEB) steering wheel. Press [ to set the Information Center (DIC) 0 134. The If the vehicle has Forward Collision FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near. minimum following time is Alert (FCA), it also has AEB, which The first button press shows the 0.5 seconds away. If there is no includes Intelligent Brake current setting on the Driver vehicle detected ahead, or the Assist (IBA). When the system Information Center (DIC). Additional vehicle ahead is out of sensor detects a vehicle ahead in your path button presses will change this range, dashes will be displayed. that is traveling in the same setting. The chosen setting will Unnecessary Alerts direction that you may be about to remain until it is changed and will crash into, it can provide a boost to affect the timing of both the Collision FCA may provide unnecessary braking or automatically brake the Alert and the Tailgating Alert alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles vehicle. This can help avoid or features. The timing of both alerts in other lanes, objects that are not lessen the severity of crashes when will vary based on vehicle speed. vehicles, or shadows. These alerts driving in a forward gear. Depending The faster the vehicle speed, the are normal operation and the on the situation, the vehicle may farther away the alert will occur. vehicle does not need service. automatically brake moderately or Consider traffic and weather Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

222 Driving and Operating hard. This automatic emergency braking can only occur if a vehicle is Warning (Continued) { Warning detected. This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit. . Detect all vehicles, AEB may automatically brake the See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations System 0 219. trailer, tractors, muddy where it is unexpected and vehicles, etc. undesired. It could respond to a The system works when driving in a . Detect a vehicle when turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, forward gear between 8 km/h signs, and other non-moving (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph), weather limits visibility, such objects. To override AEB, firmly or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise as in fog, rain, or snow. press the accelerator pedal, if it is Control (ACC), above 4 km/h . Detect a vehicle ahead if it (2 mph). It can detect vehicles up to is partially blocked by safe to do so. approximately 60 m (197 ft). pedestrians or other objects. Complete attention is always Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) { Warning required while driving, and you IBA may activate when the brake should be ready to take action pedal is applied quickly by providing AEB is an emergency crash and apply the brakes and/or steer a boost to braking based on the preparation feature and is not the vehicle to avoid crashes. speed of approach and distance to designed to avoid crashes. Do a vehicle ahead. not rely on AEB to brake the vehicle. AEB will not brake AEB may slow the vehicle to a Minor brake pedal pulsations or outside of its operating speed complete stop to try to avoid a pedal movement during this time is range and only responds to potential crash. If this happens, AEB normal and the brake pedal should detected vehicles. may engage the Electric Parking continue to be applied as needed. Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a IBA will automatically disengage AEB may not: stop. Release the EPB or firmly only when the brake pedal is . Detect a vehicle ahead on press the accelerator pedal. released. winding or hilly roads. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 223 . Heavy rain or snow is interfering may also respond to pedestrians. { Warning with object detection. See Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 221. IBA may increase vehicle braking . There is a problem with the in situations when it may not be StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability The FPB system can detect and necessary. You could block the Control (ESC) system. alert to pedestrians in a forward flow of traffic. If this occurs, take The AEB system does not need gear at speeds between 8 km/h your foot off the brake pedal and service. (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). then apply the brakes as needed. During daytime driving, the system detects pedestrians up to a distance Front Pedestrian Braking of approximately 40 m (131 ft). AEB and IBA can be disabled (FPB) System During nighttime driving, system through vehicle personalization. See If equipped, the Front Pedestrian performance is very limited. Collision/Detection Systems under “ ” Braking (FPB) system may help Vehicle Personalization 0 138. avoid or reduce the harm caused by { Warning front-end crashes with nearby { Warning pedestrians when driving in a FPB does not provide an alert or forward gear. FPB displays an automatically brake the vehicle, Using AEB or IBA while towing a amber indicator, ~, when a nearby unless it detects a pedestrian. trailer could cause you to lose FPB may not detect pedestrians, control of the vehicle and crash. pedestrian is detected ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian including children: Turn the system to Alert, or if the too quickly, FPB provides a red . When the pedestrian is not vehicle has ACC to Off, when flashing alert on the windshield and directly ahead, fully visible, towing a trailer. rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a or standing upright, or when boost to braking or automatically part of a group. A system unavailable message may brake the vehicle. This system (Continued) display if: includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA), and the Automatic . The front of the vehicle or Emergency Braking (AEB) system windshield is not clean. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

224 Driving and Operating Detecting the Pedestrian the front. When this Pedestrian Alert Warning (Continued) Ahead occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur . Due to poor visibility, more rapidly which can cause a including nighttime brief, mild deceleration. Continue to conditions, fog, rain, apply the brake pedal as needed. or snow. Cruise control may be disengaged . If the FPB sensor is blocked when the Front Pedestrian Alert by dirt, snow, or ice. occurs. . If the headlamps or FPB alerts and automatic braking Automatic Braking windshield are not cleaned will not occur unless the FPB If FPB detects it is about to crash or in proper condition. system detects a pedestrian. When into a pedestrian ahead, and the a nearby pedestrian is detected in Be ready to take action and apply brakes have not been applied, FPB front of the vehicle, the pedestrian the brakes. For more information, may automatically brake moderately ahead indicator will display amber. see Defensive Driving 0 167. or brake hard. This can help to Keep the windshield, headlamps, Front Pedestrian Alert avoid some very low speed and FPB sensor clean and in pedestrian crashes or reduce good repair. pedestrian injury. FPB can automatically brake to detected pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph) FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic and Brake through vehicle braking levels may be reduced personalization. See Collision/ “ under certain conditions, such as Detection Systems under Vehicle ” higher speeds. Personalization 0 138. When the vehicle approaches a pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the If this happens, Automatic Braking red FPB alert display will flash on may engage the Electric Parking the windshield. Eight rapid Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a high-pitched beeps will sound from stop. Release the EPB. A firm press Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 225 of the accelerator pedal will also and a vehicle is also detected on release Automatic Braking and { Warning the same side, the display will flash the EPB. as an extra warning not to change Using the Front Pedestrian lanes. Since this system is part of Braking system while towing a { Warning the Lane Change Alert (LCA) trailer could cause you to lose system, read the entire LCA section FPB may alert or automatically control of the vehicle and crash. before using this feature. brake the vehicle suddenly in Turn the system to Alert or Off situations where it is unexpected when towing a trailer. Lane Change Alert (LCA) and undesired. It could falsely If equipped, the LCA system is a alert or brake for objects similar in Cleaning the System lane-changing aid that assists shape or size to pedestrians, If FPB does not seem to operate drivers with avoiding lane change including shadows. This is normal properly, cleaning the outside of the crashes that occur with moving operation and the vehicle does windshield in front of the rearview vehicles in the side blind zone (or not need service. To override mirror may correct the issue. spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly Automatic Braking, firmly press approaching these areas from the accelerator pedal, if it is safe Side Blind Zone behind. The LCA warning display to do so. will light up in the corresponding Alert (SBZA) outside mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. Automatic Braking can be disabled If equipped, the SBZA system is a through vehicle personalization. See lane-changing aid that assists “Front Pedestrian Detection” in drivers with avoiding crashes that { Warning “Collision/Detection Systems” under occur with moving vehicles in the Vehicle Personalization 0 138. side blind zone (or spot) areas. LCA does not alert the driver to When the vehicle is in a forward vehicles outside of the system gear, the left or right side mirror detection zones, pedestrians, display will light up if a moving bicyclists, or animals. It may not vehicle is detected in that blind (Continued) zone. If the turn signal is activated Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

226 Driving and Operating (11 ft). The height of the zone is Warning (Continued) approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The provide alerts when changing Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) lanes under all driving conditions. warning area starts at approximately Failure to use proper care when the middle of the vehicle and goes changing lanes may result in back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also Left Outside Right Outside injury, death, or vehicle damage. warned of vehicles rapidly Mirror Display Mirror Display Before making a lane change, approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) always check mirrors, glance over behind the vehicle. When the vehicle is started, both your shoulder, and use the turn outside mirror LCA displays will signals. How the System Works briefly come on to indicate the The LCA symbol lights up in the system is operating. When the LCA Detection Zones outside mirrors when the system vehicle is in a forward gear, the left detects a moving vehicle in the next or right outside mirror display will lane over that is in the side blind light up if a moving vehicle is zone or rapidly approaching that detected in the next lane over in that zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol blind zone or rapidly approaching indicates it may be unsafe to that zone. If the turn signal is change lanes. Before making a lane activated in the same direction as a change, check the LCA display, detected vehicle, this display will check mirrors, glance over your flash as an extra warning not to shoulder, and use the turn signals. change lanes. LCA can be disabled through 1. SBZA Detection Zone vehicle personalization. When you disable LCA, Side Blind Zone Alert 2. LCA Detection Zone is also disabled. See “Collision/ The LCA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 227 Detection Systems” under Vehicle with the detection of vehicles. This system is clean, the system may Personalization 0 138. If LCA is is normal system operation; the need service. Take the vehicle to disabled by the driver, the LCA vehicle does not need service. your dealer. mirror displays will not light up. LCA may not always alert the driver Radio Frequency Information When the System Does Not to vehicles in the next lane over, especially in wet conditions or when See Radio Frequency Statement Seem to Work Properly 0 driving on sharp curves. The system 355. The LCA system requires some does not need to be serviced. The driving for the system to calibrate to system may light up due to Lane Keep Assist (LKA) maximum performance. This guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and If equipped, LKA may help avoid calibration may occur more quickly if other non-moving objects. This is crashes due to unintentional lane the vehicle is driving on a straight normal system operation; the departures. This system uses a highway road with traffic and vehicle does not need service. camera to detect lane markings roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 barriers). LCA may not operate when the LCA sensors in the left or right corners of km/h (112 mph). It may assist by LCA displays may not come on the rear bumper are covered with gently turning the steering wheel if when passing a vehicle quickly, for mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in the vehicle approaches a detected a stopped vehicle, or when towing a heavy rainstorms. For cleaning lane marking. It may also provide a trailer. The LCA detection zones instructions, see "Washing the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) that extend back from the side of Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 318. alert if the vehicle crosses a the vehicle do not move further back If the DIC still displays the system detected lane marking. LKA can be when a trailer is towed. Use caution unavailable message after cleaning overridden by turning the steering while changing lanes when towing a both sides of the vehicle toward the wheel. This system is not intended trailer. LCA may alert to objects rear corners of the vehicle, see your to keep the vehicle centered in the attached to the vehicle, such as a dealer. lane. LKA will not assist and alert if trailer, bicycle, or object extending the turn signal is active in the If the LCA displays do not light up out to either side of the vehicle. direction of lane departure, or if it when moving vehicles are in the Attached objects may also interfere detects that you are accelerating, side blind zone or are rapidly braking or actively steering. approaching this zone and the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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The LKA system does not If LKA only detects lane markings Using LKA while towing a trailer continuously steer the vehicle. on one side of the road, it will or on slippery roads could cause It may not keep the vehicle in the only assist or provide an LDW loss of control of the vehicle and lane or give a Lane Departure alert when approaching the lane a crash. Turn the system off. Warning (LDW) alert, even if a on the side where it has detected lane marking is detected. a lane marking. Even with LKA How the System Works The LKA and LDW systems and LDW, you must steer the LKA uses a camera sensor installed may not: vehicle. Always keep your attention on the road and on the windshield ahead of the . Provide an alert or enough maintain proper vehicle position rearview mirror to detect lane steering assist to avoid a within the lane, or vehicle markings. It may provide brief lane departure or crash. damage, injury, or death could steering assist if it detects an unintended lane departure. It may . Detect lane markings under occur. Always keep the further provide an audible alert that poor weather or visibility windshield, headlamps, and a lane marking has been crossed. conditions. This can occur if camera sensors clean and in the windshield or good repair. Do not use LKA in To turn LKA on and off, press A headlamps are blocked by bad weather conditions or on on the center console. If equipped, dirt, snow, or ice; if they are roads with unclear lane markings, the indicator light on the button not in proper condition; or if such as construction zones. comes on when LKA is on and turns the sun shines directly into off when LKA is disabled. the camera. A is green if LKA is ready to . Detect road edges. assist. LKA may assist by gently . Detect lanes on winding or turning the steering wheel if the hilly roads. vehicle approaches a detected (Continued) lane marking. A is amber when assisting. It may also provide a Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 229 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) A camera blocked message may Fuel alert by flashing A amber if the display if the camera is blocked. vehicle crosses a detected lane Some driver assistance systems Top Tier Fuel marking. Additionally, there may be may have reduced performance or three beeps on the right or left, not work at all. An LKA or LDW GM recommends the use of TOP depending on the lane departure unavailable message may display if TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep direction. the systems are temporarily the engine clean, reduce engine unavailable. This message could be deposits, and maintain optimal Take Steering due to a blocked camera. The LKA vehicle performance. Look for the The LKA system does not system does not need service. TOP TIER Logo or see continuously steer the vehicle. Clean the outside of the windshield www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP If LKA does not detect active driver behind the rearview mirror. TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers steering, an alert and chime may be LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts and applicable countries. provided. Steer the vehicle to may occur due to tar marks, dismiss. LKA may become shadows, cracks in the road, temporarily unavailable after temporary or construction lane repeated take steering alerts. markings, or other road When the System Does Not imperfections. This is normal system operation; the vehicle does not need Seem to Work Properly service. Turn LKA off if these The system performance may be conditions continue. affected by: . Close vehicles ahead. . Sudden lighting changes, such as when driving through tunnels. . Banked roads. . Roads with poor lane markings, such as two-lane roads. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

230 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel Prohibited Fuels Caution (Continued) Caution (MMT), which can damage the emissions control Do not use fuels with any of the system and spark plugs. following conditions; doing so . Fuel with a posted octane may damage the vehicle and void rating of less than the its warranty: recommended fuel. Using Use regular unleaded gasoline . For vehicles that are not this fuel will lower fuel meeting ASTM specification D4814 FlexFuel, fuel labeled economy and performance, with a posted octane rating of 87 — greater than 15% ethanol by and may decrease the life of (R+M)/2 — or higher. Do not use volume, such as mid-level the emissions catalyst. gasoline with a posted octane rating ethanol blends (16–50% of less than 87, as this may cause ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel. engine knock and will lower fuel Fuels in Foreign economy. . Fuel with any amount of methanol, methylal, Countries Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or ferrocene, and aniline. The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with These fuels can corrode fuel octane ratings in anti-knock ethanol levels greater than 15% by metal fuel system parts or index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a volume. damage plastic and rubber foreign country, see Prohibited parts. Fuels 0 230. . Fuel containing metals such as methylcyclopentadienyl Fuel Additives manganese tricarbonyl TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is (Continued) highly recommended for use with your vehicle. If your country does not have TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 231 System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to the vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) every oil change or 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever occurs first. . Turn off the engine when weather. Insert the fill nozzle TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and refueling. slowly and wait for any hiss ACDelco Fuel System Treatment . Keep sparks, flames, and noise to stop before Plus−Gasoline will help keep your smoking materials away beginning to flow fuel. vehicle’s engine fuel deposit free from fuel. and performing optimally. . Do not leave the fuel pump unattended. Filling the Tank . Avoid using electronic An arrow on the fuel gauge devices while refueling. indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See Fuel Gauge . Do not re-enter the vehicle 0 121. while pumping fuel. . Keep children away from { Warning the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn . Before touching the fill violently and can cause injury or nozzle, touch a metallic death. object to discharge static To open the fuel door, push and Follow these guidelines to help electricity from your body. release the rearward center edge of avoid injuries to you and others: . Fuel can spray out if the fill the door. . Read and follow all the nozzle is inserted too The capless refueling system does instructions on the fuel quickly. This spray can not have a fuel cap. Fully insert and pump island. happen if the tank is nearly latch the fill nozzle, begin fueling. full, and is more likely in hot (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Overfilling the fuel tank by more shutting off the pump or by Attempting to refuel from a than three clicks of a standard fill notifying the station attendant. portable fuel container without nozzle may cause: Leave the area immediately. using the funnel adapter may . Vehicle performance issues, cause fuel spillage and damage including engine stalling and Filling the Tank with a Portable the capless fuel system. This damage to the fuel system. Fuel Container could cause a fire. You or others could be badly burned and the . Fuel spills. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and vehicle could be damaged. . Under certain conditions, must be filled from a portable fuel fuel fires. container: 3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return it to the Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait storage location. five seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the fill Filling a Portable Fuel nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Container surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care 0 318. Push the fuel 1. Locate the capless funnel door closed until it latches. { Warning adapter from the rear cargo area under the load floor. Never fill a portable fuel container { Warning 2. Insert and latch the funnel into while it is in the vehicle. Static If a fire starts while you are the capless fuel system. electricity discharge from the refueling, do not remove the fill container can ignite the fuel nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by vapor. You can be badly burned (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) and the vehicle damaged if this General Towing trailer brakes are inadequate for occurs. To help avoid injury to you Information the load, the vehicle may not stop and others: as expected. You and others Only use towing equipment that has could be seriously injured. The . Dispense fuel only into been designed for the vehicle. approved containers. vehicle may also be damaged, Contact your dealer or trailering and the repairs would not be . Do not fill a container while dealer for assistance with preparing covered by the vehicle warranty. the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read the it is inside a vehicle, in a Pull a trailer only if all the steps in entire section before towing a trailer. vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, this section have been followed. or on any surface other than To tow a disabled vehicle, see Ask your dealer for advice and the ground. Towing the Vehicle 0 315. To tow information about towing a trailer . Bring the fill nozzle in the vehicle behind another vehicle with the vehicle. contact with the inside of such as a motor home, see the fill opening before Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 315. operating the nozzle. Driving with a Trailer Contact should be Driving Characteristics Trailering is different than just maintained until the filling is and Towing Tips driving the vehicle by itself. complete. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, . Do not smoke while { Warning pumping fuel. durability, and fuel economy. You can lose control when towing Successful, safe trailering takes . Avoid using electronic correct equipment, and it has to be devices. a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not used properly. driven properly. For example, The following information has many if the trailer is too heavy or the time-tested, important trailering tips (Continued) and safety rules. Many of these are Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

234 Driving and Operating important for your safety and that of . Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). . Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) your passengers. Read this section Tow/Haul Mode is recommended If equipped with Lane Change Alert carefully before pulling a trailer. for heavier trailers. See Tow/ 0 (LCA), the LCA detection zones that When towing a trailer: Haul Mode 194. If the extend back from the side of the transmission downshifts too vehicle do not move further back . Become familiar with and follow often, a lower gear may be all state and local laws that when a trailer is towed. Use caution selected using Manual Mode while changing lanes when towing a apply to trailer towing. These See Manual Mode 0 193. requirements vary from state to trailer. state. If equipped, the following driver If equipped with Rear Cross Traffic assistance features should be Alert (RCTA), use caution while . State laws may require the use turned off when towing a trailer: of extended side view mirrors. backing up when towing a trailer, as Even if not required, you should . Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) the RCTA detection zones that install extended side view . Super Cruise Control extend out from the back of the vehicle do not move further back mirrors if your visibility is limited . Lane Keep Assist (LKA) or restricted while towing. when a trailer is towed. . Park Assist . Do not tow a trailer during the { Warning first 800 km (500 mi) of vehicle . Automatic Parking Assist (APA) use to prevent damage to the . Reverse Automatic To prevent serious injury or death engine, axle, or other parts. Braking (RAB) from carbon monoxide (CO), . It is recommended to perform If equipped, the following driver when towing a trailer: the first oil change before heavy assistance features should be . Do not drive with the towing. turned to alert or off when towing a liftgate, trunk/hatch, . During the first 800 km (500 mi) trailer: or rear-most window open. of trailer towing, do not drive . Automatic Emergency (Continued) over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do Braking (AEB) not make starts at full throttle. . Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 235 an unexpected or unsafe manner. Passing Warning (Continued) Before driving, inspect all trailer More passing distance is needed hitch parts and attachments, safety when towing a trailer. The . Fully open the air outlets on chains, electrical connectors, lamps, combination of the vehicle and or under the instrument tires, and mirrors. See Towing trailer will not accelerate as quickly panel. Equipment 0 241. If the trailer has and is much longer than the vehicle . Adjust the climate control electric brakes, start the alone. It is necessary to go much system to a setting that combination moving and then farther beyond the passed vehicle brings in only outside air. manually apply the trailer brake before returning to the lane. Pass See Climate Control controller to check the trailer brakes “ on level roadways. Avoid passing Systems in the Index. work. During the trip, occasionally ” on hills if possible. check that the cargo and trailer are For more information about secure and that the lamps and any carbon monoxide, see Engine Backing Up trailer brakes are working. Exhaust 0 190. Hold the bottom of the steering Towing with a Stability Control wheel with one hand. To move the Towing a trailer requires experience. System trailer to the left, move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the The combination of the vehicle and When towing, the stability control trailer is longer and not as right, move that hand to the right. system might be heard. The system Always back up slowly and, responsive as the vehicle itself. Get reacts to vehicle movement caused used to the handling and braking of if possible, have someone by the trailer, which mainly occurs guide you. the combination by driving on a during cornering. This is normal level road surface before driving on when towing heavier trailers. public roads. Following Distance The trailer structure, the tires, and the brakes must be all be rated to Stay at least twice as far behind the carry the intended cargo. vehicle ahead as you would when Inadequate trailer equipment can driving without a trailer. This can cause the combination to operate in help to avoid heavy braking and sudden turns. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

236 Driving and Operating Making Turns The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). When parking your vehicle and your Shift the transmission to a lower trailer on a hill: Caution gear if the transmission shifts too 1. Press the brake pedal, but do often under heavy loads and/or hilly not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn Turn more slowly and make wider conditions. the wheels into the curb if arcs when towing a trailer to When towing at higher altitudes, facing downhill or into traffic if prevent damage to your vehicle. engine coolant will boil at a lower facing uphill. Making very sharp turns could temperature than at lower altitudes. 2. Have someone place chocks cause the trailer to contact the If the engine is turned off under the trailer wheels. vehicle. immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the 3. When the wheel chocks are in vehicle could show signs similar to place, gradually release the Make wider turns than normal when engine overheating. To avoid this, brake pedal to allow the chocks towing, so trailer will not go over soft let the engine run, preferably on to absorb the load of the trailer. shoulders, over curbs, or strike road level ground, with the transmission signs, trees, or other objects. 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then in P (Park) for a few minutes before Always signal turns well in advance. apply the parking brake and turning the engine off. If the Do not steer or brake suddenly. shift into P (Park). overheat warning comes on, see Driving on Grades Engine Overheating 0 262. 5. Release the brake pedal. Reduce speed and shift to a lower Parking on Hills Leaving After Parking on a Hill gear before starting down a long or 1. Apply and hold the brake steep downhill grade. If the { Warning pedal. transmission is not shifted down, the . Start the engine. brakes may overheat and result in To prevent serious injury or death, reduced braking efficiency. always park your vehicle and . Shift into a gear. trailer on a level surface when . Release the parking brake. possible. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 237 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is Trailer Towing Trailer Weight Ratings clear of the chocks. When towing a trailer, the combined 4. Stop and have someone pick Caution weight of the vehicle, vehicle up and store the chocks. contents, trailer, and trailer contents Towing a trailer improperly can must be below all of the maximum Maintenance When Trailer damage the vehicle and result in weight ratings for the vehicle Towing costly repairs not covered by the including: The vehicle needs service more vehicle warranty. To tow a trailer . GCWR: Gross Combined Weight often when used to tow trailers. See correctly, follow the directions in Rating Maintenance Schedule 0 329. It is this section and see your dealer especially important to check the for important information about . GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, towing a trailer with the vehicle. Rating cooling system, and brake system . Maximum Trailer Weight Rating before and during each trip. Trailer Weight . Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on the trailer hitch are tight. See “Weight-Distributing Hitch { Warning Adjustment” under Towing Engine Cooling When Trailer Equipment 0 241 to determine if Towing Never exceed the towing capacity equalizer bars are required to obtain for your vehicle. the maximum trailer weight rating. The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating See “Trailer Brakes” under Towing conditions. See Engine Overheating Safe trailering requires monitoring Equipment 0 241 to determine if 0 262. the weight, speed, altitude, road brakes are required based on your grades, outside temperature, trailer's weight. dimensions of the front of the trailer, The only way to be sure the weight and how frequently the vehicle is is not exceeding any of these used to tow a trailer. ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

238 Driving and Operating and trailer combination, fully loaded To check that the weight of the The gross combined weight can for the trip, getting individual vehicle and trailer are within the also be confirmed by weighing the weights for each of these items. GCWR for the vehicle, follow these and trailer on a public scale. steps: The truck and trailer should be { Warning 1. Start with the "curb weight" loaded for the trip with passengers from the Trailering Information and cargo. You and others could be seriously Label. injured or killed if the trailer is too heavy or the trailer brakes are 2. Add the weight of the trailer inadequate for the load. The loaded with cargo and ready vehicle may be damaged, and the for the trip. repairs would not be covered by 3. Add the weight of all the vehicle warranty. passengers. Only tow a trailer if all the steps in 4. Add the weight of all cargo in this section have been followed. the vehicle. Ask your dealer for advice and 5. Add the weight of hitch information about towing a trailer. hardware such as a draw bar, ball, load equalizer bars, Gross Combined Weight or sway bars. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GCWR) 6. Add the weight of any Rating (GVWR) accessories or aftermarket For information about the vehicle's GCWR is the total allowable weight equipment added to the maximum load capacity, see Vehicle of the completely loaded vehicle vehicle. and trailer including any fuel, Load Limits 0 178. When calculating passengers, cargo, equipment, and The resulting weight cannot exceed the GVWR with a trailer attached, accessories. Do not exceed the the GCWR value shown on the the trailer tongue weight must be GCWR for your vehicle. The GCWR Trailering Information Label. included as part of the weight the for the vehicle is on the Tow Rating vehicle is carrying. Chart following. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 239 Maximum Trailer Weight the heaviest trailer the vehicle can Use the tow rating chart to Rating tow, but it may be necessary to determine how much the trailer can reduce the trailer weight to stay weigh, based on the vehicle model, The maximum trailer weight rating is within the GCW, GVWR, maximum powertrain and trailering options. calculated assuming the tow vehicle trailer tongue load, or GAWR-RR for has a driver, a front seat passenger, the vehicle. and all required trailering equipment. This value represents Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR Front-Wheel Drive 680 kg (1,500 lb) 3 050 kg (6,725 lb) Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 650 kg (10,250 lb) All-Wheel Drive 680 kg (1,500 lb) 3 200 kg (7,055 lb) All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 750 kg (10,470 lb) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded.

Maximum Trailer Tongue The trailer tongue weight contributes Weight Rating to the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). GVW includes the CURB WEIGHT The Maximum Trailer Tongue of your vehicle, any passengers, Weight Rating is the allowable cargo, equipment and the trailer trailer tongue weight that the vehicle tongue weight. Vehicle options, can support using a conventional passengers, cargo, and equipment trailer hitch. It may be necessary to reduce the maximum allowable reduce the overall trailer weight to tongue weight the vehicle can carry, stay within the maximum trailer which also reduces the maximum tongue weight rating while still allowable trailer weight. maintaining the correct trailer load balance. Trailer Load Balance Do not exceed a maximum trailer tongue weight of 226 kg (500 lb) for The correct trailer load balance a conventional trailer hitch. must be maintained to ensure trailer stability. Incorrect load balance is a leading cause of trailer sway. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 241 possible to transfer some of the Towing Equipment cargo into your vehicle. If the trailer tongue weight is too high or too low, Hitches it may be possible to rearrange Always use the correct hitch some of the cargo inside of the equipment for your vehicle. trailer. Crosswinds, large going by, Do not exceed the maximum and rough roads can affect the allowable tongue weight for your trailer and the hitch. vehicle. Use the shortest hitch Never attach rental hitches or other extension available to position the bumper-type hitches. Only use hitch ball closer to your vehicle. This frame-mounted hitches that do not will help reduce the effect of the attach to the bumper. The trailer tongue weight (1) should trailer tongue weight on the trailer be 10–15% of the loaded trailer hitch and the rear axle. Hitch Cover weight (2). Some specific trailer If a cargo carrier is used in the types, such as boat trailers, fall trailer hitch receiver, choose a outside of this range. Always refer carrier that positions the load as to the trailer owner’s manual for the close to the vehicle as possible. recommended trailer tongue weight Make sure the total weight, for each trailer. Never exceed the including the carrier, is no more than maximum loads for your vehicle, half of the maximum allowable hitch and trailer. tongue weight for the vehicle or After loading the trailer, separately 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less. weigh the trailer and then the trailer Ask your dealer for trailering tongue and calculate the trailer load information or assistance. balance percentage to see if the weights and distribution are appropriate for your vehicle. If the To remove hitch cover, if equipped: trailer weight is too high, it may be Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

242 Driving and Operating 1. Remove the two fasteners on Weight-Distributing Hitch Tires the lower tabs. Adjustment . Do not tow a trailer while using a 2. Pull the lower edge of the A weight-distributing hitch may be compact spare tire on the cover to about a 45 degree useful with some trailers. vehicle. angle. . Tires must be properly inflated to 3. Pull the cover downward to support loads while towing a disengage the upper trailer. See Tires 0 283 for attachments. instructions on proper tire To reinstall hitch cover: inflation. 1. Hold cover at a 45 degree Safety Chains angle to the vehicle and push Always attach chains between the the upper tabs into the slots in vehicle and the trailer, and attach the bumper. the chains to the holes on the trailer 2. Push the bottom of the cover hitch platform. Instructions about forward until the lower tabs line safety chains may be provided by up with the lower slots. the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. 3. Snap the hitch cover into place 1. Front of Vehicle by pushing the upper corners 2. Body to Ground Distance Cross the safety chains under the forward. When using a weight-distributing tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road 4. Reinstall the two fasteners on hitch, measure the front if it becomes separated from the the lower tabs. height above the front axle distance (2) before and after hitch. Always leave just enough Consider using mechanical sway connecting the trailer. Adjust the slack so the combination can turn. controls with any trailer. Ask a spring bars until the front fender Never allow safety chains to drag on trailering professional about sway height distance (2) is approximately the ground. controls or refer to the trailer half way between the first and manufacturer's recommendations second measurements. and instructions. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 243 Trailer Brakes Trailer Wiring The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Loaded trailers over 450 kg The trailer wiring harness (if Stop/Turn (1,000 lb) must be equipped with equipped), with a 7-pin connector is 1 Yellow/Blue brake systems and with brakes for located at the rear of the vehicle, Signal Left each axle. Trailer braking equipment and it is tied to the vehicle's frame. Tail/Parking 2 Gray/Brown conforming to Canadian Standards Lamps Association (CSA) requirement Reverse CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is 3 White/Green recommended. Lamps State or local regulations may 4 Battery Feed Red/Green require trailers to have their own Stop/Turn 5 Green/Brown braking system if the loaded weight Signal Right of the trailer exceeds certain Electric Trailer minimums that can vary from state 6 Blue to state. Brake* Read and follow the instructions for 7 Ground Black the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted, and maintained * Circuit powered by electric trailer properly. If the vehicle is not equipped with a brake control wiring provisions. 7-pin trailer connector, the body Never attempt to tap into your harness has provisions to connect a Electric Trailer Brake Control vehicle's hydraulic brake system. trailer harness and a 7-pin trailer Wiring Provisions If you do, both the vehicle anti-lock connector which is available through Wiring provisions for an aftermarket brakes and the trailer brakes may your dealer. not function, which could result in a electric trailer brake controller are crash. Use only a round, seven-wire included with the vehicle as part of connector with flat blade terminals the trailer wiring package. The meeting SAE J2863 specifications harness contains the following for proper electrical connectivity. circuits: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Electric Trailer Trailer Lamps Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). Blue See Weight of the Trailer under Brakes Always check all trailer lamps are “ ” Trailer Towing 0 237. Red/Green or working at the beginning of each Battery Feed Tow/Haul Mode is most useful when Red/Blue trip, and periodically on longer trips. pulling a heavy trailer or a large or Brake Apply Turn Signals When Towing a heavy load: White/Blue Signal Trailer . through rolling terrain Ground Black When properly connected, the trailer turn signals will illuminate to indicate . in stop-and-go traffic Refer to the aftermarket electric the vehicle is turning, changing . in busy parking lots trailer brake controller owner's lanes, or stopping. When towing a Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul manual to determine wire color trailer, the arrows on the instrument Mode when lightly loaded or not coding of the electric trailer brake cluster will illuminate even if the towing will not cause damage; controller. The wire colors on the trailer is not properly connected or however, it is not recommended and brake controller may be different the bulbs are burned out. may result in unpleasant engine and from the vehicle. The electric trailer Tow/Haul Mode transmission driving characteristics brake controller should be installed and reduced fuel economy. by your dealer or a qualified service For instructions on how to enter center. Tow/Haul mode, see Driver Mode Trailer Sway Control 0 200. If equipped, there are four blunt cut Control (TSC) wires inside the front driver side Tow/Haul assists when pulling a instrument panel. It will be heavy trailer or a large or heavy Vehicles with StabiliTrak/Electronic necessary to have a technician load. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 194. Stability Control (ESC) have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. connect the 12-volt power to the Tow/Haul Mode is designed to be engine compartment fuse block. Trailer sway is unintended most effective when the vehicle and side-to-side motion of a trailer while trailer combined weight is at least towing. If the vehicle is towing a 75% of the vehicle's Gross trailer and the TSC detects that sway is increasing, the vehicle Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Driving and Operating 245 brakes are selectively applied at loads. These features can make it each wheel, to help reduce { Warning difficult to determine if the trailer tire excessive trailer sway. If equipped pressures are low only based on a with the Integrated Trailer Brake Trailer sway can result in a crash visual inspection. and in serious injury or death, Control (ITBC) system, and the Always check all trailer tire trailer has an electric brake system, even if the vehicle is equipped with TSC. pressures before each trip when the StabiliTrak/ESC may also apply the tires are cool. Low trailer tire trailer brakes. If the trailer begins to sway, pressure is a leading cause of trailer reduce vehicle speed by tire blow-outs. gradually removing your foot from Trailer tires deteriorate over time. the accelerator. Then pull over to The trailer tire sidewall will show the check the trailer and vehicle to week and year the tire was help correct possible causes, manufactured. Many trailer tire including an improperly or manufacturers recommend overloaded trailer, unrestrained replacing tires more than six If TSC is enabled, the Traction cargo, improper trailer hitch years old. Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak/ configuration, or improperly ESC warning light will flash on the inflated or incorrect vehicle or Overloading is another leading cause of trailer tire blow-outs. Never instrument cluster. Reduce vehicle trailer tires. See Towing speed by gradually removing your load your trailer with more weight Equipment 0 241 for trailer ratings foot from the accelerator. If trailer than the tires are designed to and hitch setup sway continues, StabiliTrak/ESC support. The load rating is located can reduce engine torque to help recommendations. on the trailer tire sidewall. slow the vehicle. TSC will not Always know the maximum speed function if StabiliTrak/ESC is turned Trailer Tires rating for the trailer tires before off. See Traction Control/Electronic driving. This may be significantly Stability Control 0 198. Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from vehicle tires. Trailer tires are lower than the vehicle tire speed designed with stiff sidewalls to help rating. The speed rating may be on prevent sway and to support heavy the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

246 Driving and Operating rating is not shown, the default Conversions and trailer tire speed rating is 105 km/h Caution (65 mph). Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can Add-On Electrical damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check { Warning with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection/Maintenance Add-on equipment can drain the testing. See Malfunction Indicator vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 125 . A device connected to the DLC The vehicle has an airbag system. — such as an aftermarket fleet or Before attempting to add anything driver-behavior tracking device — electrical to the vehicle, see may interfere with vehicle Servicing the Airbag-Equipped 0 systems. This could affect vehicle Vehicle 75 and operation and cause a crash. Adding Equipment to the 0 Such devices may also access Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 76. information stored in the vehicle’s systems. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 247 Battery - North America ...... 266 Instrument Panel Fuse Vehicle Care All-Wheel Drive ...... 267 Block ...... 278 Starter Switch Check ...... 267 Rear Compartment Fuse Automatic Transmission Shift Block ...... 280 General Information Lock Control Function General Information ...... 248 Check ...... 267 Wheels and Tires California Proposition Park Brake and P (Park) Tires ...... 283 65 Warning ...... 248 Mechanism Check ...... 267 All-Season Tires ...... 284 California Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 268 Winter Tires ...... 284 Materials Requirements . . . . . 249 Windshield Replacement . . . . . 269 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 284 Accessories and Gas Strut(s) ...... 269 Tire Designations ...... 286 Modifications ...... 249 Tire Terminology and Headlamp Aiming Definitions ...... 287 Vehicle Checks Front Headlamp Aiming ...... 271 Tire Pressure ...... 290 Doing Your Own Tire Pressure for High-Speed Service Work ...... 249 Bulb Replacement Operation ...... 291 Hood ...... 250 Bulb Replacement ...... 271 Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Compartment High Intensity Discharge (HID) System ...... 291 Overview ...... 252 Lighting ...... 271 Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Oil ...... 253 LED Lighting ...... 271 Operation ...... 292 Engine Oil Life System ...... 255 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Tire Inspection ...... 296 Automatic Transmission and Sidemarker ...... 271 Tire Rotation ...... 297 Fluid ...... 256 License Plate Lamp ...... 272 When It Is Time for New Engine Air Filter Life Electrical System Tires ...... 298 System ...... 257 Buying New Tires ...... 298 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 257 High Voltage Devices and Wiring ...... 273 Different Size Tires and Cooling System ...... 258 Wheels ...... 300 Engine Overheating ...... 262 Electrical System Overload . . . 273 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 274 Uniform Tire Quality Washer Fluid ...... 263 Grading ...... 300 Brakes ...... 264 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 274 Wheel Alignment and Tire Brake Fluid ...... 265 Balance ...... 302 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

248 Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement ...... 302 General Information California Proposition Tire Chains ...... 303 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 303 For service and parts needs, visit 65 Warning Tire Changing ...... 305 your dealer. You will receive Compact Spare Tire ...... 311 genuine GM parts and GM-trained { Warning and supported service people. Jump Starting Most motor vehicles, including Jump Starting - North Genuine GM parts have one of this one, as well as many of its these marks: America ...... 312 service parts and fluids, contain Towing the Vehicle and/or emit chemicals known to Towing the Vehicle ...... 315 the State of California to cause Recreational Vehicle cancer and birth defects or other Towing ...... 315 reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and Appearance Care systems, many fluids, and some Exterior Care ...... 318 component wear by-products Interior Care ...... 323 contain and/or emit these Floor Mats ...... 326 chemicals. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ passenger-vehicle.

See Battery - North America 0 266 and Jump Starting - North America 0 312 and the back cover. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 249 California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks caused by modifying vehicle height Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components Service Work initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the and lithium batteries contained in installation or use of non-GM { Warning electronic keys, may contain certified parts, including control perchlorate materials. Perchlorate module or software modifications, is It can be dangerous to work on Material – special handling may not covered under the terms of the your vehicle if you do not have apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ vehicle warranty and may affect the proper knowledge, service hazardouswaste/perchlorate. remaining warranty coverage for manual, tools, or parts. Always affected parts. follow owner’s manual procedures Accessories and and consult the service manual GM Accessories are designed to Modifications complement and function with other for your vehicle before doing any service work. Adding non-dealer accessories or systems on the vehicle. See your making modifications to the vehicle dealer to accessorize the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and using genuine GM Accessories If doing some of your own service safety, including such things as installed by a dealer technician. work, use the proper service airbags, braking, stability, ride and Also, see Adding Equipment to the manual. It tells you much more handling, emissions systems, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 76. about how to service the vehicle aerodynamics, durability, and than this manual can. To order the electronic systems like antilock proper service manual, see brakes, traction control, and stability Publication Ordering Information control. These accessories or 0 354. modifications could even cause This vehicle has an airbag system. malfunction or damage not covered Before attempting to do your own by the vehicle warranty. service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 75. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

250 Vehicle Care If equipped with remote vehicle start, open the hood before Warning (Continued) performing any service work to prevent remote starting the vehicle vehicle is on, the engine will start accidentally. See Remote Vehicle when the hood is opened. You or Start 0 16. others could be injured. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See { Warning Maintenance Records 0 340. Components under the hood can Caution get hot from running the engine. To help avoid the risk of burning 2. Go to the front of the vehicle Even small amounts of unprotected skin, never touch and locate the secondary contamination can cause damage these components until they have release lever under the front to vehicle systems. Do not allow cooled, and always use a glove or center of the hood. Push the contaminants to contact the fluids, towel to avoid direct skin contact. secondary hood release lever reservoir caps, or dipsticks. to the right to release. Clear any snow from the hood 3. After you have partially lifted Hood before opening. the hood, the gas strut system will automatically lift the hood To open the hood: and hold it in the fully open { Warning 1. Pull the hood release lever with position. For vehicles with auto engine the i symbol. It is on the To close the hood: stop/start, turn the vehicle off lower left side of the instrument panel. 1. Before closing the hood, be before opening the hood. If the sure all filler caps are on (Continued) properly, and all tools are removed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 251 2. Pull the hood down until the strut system is no longer holding up the hood. 3. Allow the hood to fall. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely. Repeat this process with additional force if necessary.

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Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is not latched completely. The hood could open fully, block your vision, and cause a crash. You or others could be injured. Always close the hood completely before driving. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Vehicle Care 253 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 257. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See To ensure proper engine Check the engine oil level regularly, 0 Engine Oil 253. performance and long life, careful every 650 km (400 mi), especially 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See attention must be paid to engine oil. prior to a long trip. The engine oil Engine Oil 0 253. Following these simple, but dipstick handle is a loop. See important steps will help protect Engine Compartment Overview 4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of your investment: 0 252 for the location. View). See Cooling System 0 258. . Use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the { Warning 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See proper viscosity grade. See Brake Fluid 0 265. The engine oil dipstick handle Selecting the Right Engine Oil “ ” may be hot; it could burn you. 6. Battery - North America 0 266. in this section. Use a towel or glove to touch the 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank . Check the engine oil level dipstick handle. and Pressure Cap. See regularly and maintain the Cooling System 0 258. proper oil level. See “Checking If a low oil Driver Information Center 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil” in this section. (DIC) message displays, check the See Jump Starting - North oil level. America 0 312. . Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Follow these guidelines: 9. Windshield Washer Fluid 0 Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Life System 255. . To get an accurate reading, park 0 263. . Always dispose of engine oil the vehicle on level ground. properly. See “What to Do with Check the engine oil level after 10. Engine Compartment Fuse the engine has been off for at 0 Used Oil” in this section. Block 274. least two hours. Checking the 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery engine oil level on steep grades Terminal. See Jump Starting - or too soon after engine shutoff North America 0 312. can result in incorrect readings. Accuracy improves when Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

254 Vehicle Care checking a cold engine prior to an explanation of what kind of oil to Add enough oil to put the level starting. Remove the dipstick use. For engine oil crankcase somewhere in the proper operating and check the level. capacity, see Capacities and range. Push the dipstick all the way 0 . If unable to wait two hours, the Specifications 342. back in when through. engine must be off for at least Selecting the Right Engine Oil 15 minutes if the engine is Caution warm, or at least 30 minutes if Selecting the right engine oil the engine is not warm. Pull out Do not add too much oil. Oil depends on both the proper oil the dipstick, wipe it with a clean levels above or below the specification and viscosity grade. paper towel or cloth, then push it acceptable operating range See Recommended Fluids and 0 back in all the way. Remove it shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants 338. again, keeping the tip down, and to the engine. If the oil level is Specification check the level. above the operating range (i.e., the engine has so much oil that Ask for and use full synthetic engine When to Add Engine Oil the oil level gets above the oils that meet the dexos1 cross-hatched area that shows specification. Engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the proper operating range), the the dexos1 specification are marked engine could be damaged. Drain with the dexos1 approved logo. See the excess oil or limit driving of www.gmdexos.com. the vehicle, and seek a service professional to remove the excess oil. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick and See Engine Compartment Overview the engine has been off for at least 0 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the 252 for the location of the engine recommended oil and then recheck oil fill cap. the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” later in this section for Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 255 Engine Oil Additives/Engine dispose of oil by putting it in the Caution Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The bodies of water. Recycle it by taking engine oil or equivalent can result recommended oils meeting the it to a place that collects used oil. in engine damage not covered by dexos1 specification are all that is the vehicle warranty. needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine Oil Life System Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not When to Change Engine Oil recommended and could cause Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade This vehicle has a computer system engine damage not covered by the that indicates when to change the engine oil. Cold Temperature vehicle warranty. Operation: In an area of extreme engine oil and filter. This is based cold, where the temperature falls What to Do with Used Oil on a combination of factors which below −29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE include engine revolutions, engine Used engine oil contains certain 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of temperature, and miles driven. elements that can be unhealthy for this viscosity grade will provide Based on driving conditions, the your skin and could even cause easier cold starting for the engine at mileage at which an oil change is cancer. Do not let used oil stay on extremely low temperatures. indicated can vary considerably. For your skin for very long. Clean your the oil life system to work properly, When selecting an oil of the skin and nails with soap and water, the system must be reset every time appropriate viscosity grade, it is or a good hand cleaner. Wash or the oil is changed. recommended to select an oil of the properly dispose of clothing or rags correct specification. See containing used engine oil. See the On some vehicles, when the system has calculated that oil life has been “Specification” earlier in this section. manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. diminished, a CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on to Used oil can be a threat to the indicate that an oil change is environment. If you change your necessary. Change the oil as soon own oil, be sure to drain all the oil as possible within the next 1 000 km from the filter before disposal. Never (600 mi). It is possible that, if driving Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

256 Vehicle Care under the best conditions, the oil life engine oil change. Always reset the started and/or the OIL LIFE system might indicate that an oil engine oil life to 100% after every oil REMAINING is near 0%, the engine change is not necessary for up to a change. It will not reset itself. To oil life system has not been reset. year. The engine oil and filter must reset the engine oil life system: Repeat the procedure. be changed at least once a year 1. Display the OIL LIFE and, at this time, the system must REMAINING on the DIC. See Automatic Transmission be reset. For vehicles without the Driver Information Center (DIC) Fluid CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 0 134. message, an oil change is needed It is not necessary to check the when the OIL LIFE REMAINING 2. Press and hold V for several transmission fluid level. percentage is near 0%. Your dealer seconds. The oil life will A transmission fluid leak is the only has trained service people who will change to 100%. reason for fluid loss. If a leak perform this work and reset the occurs, take the vehicle to the system. It is also important to check The oil life system can also be reset dealer and have it repaired as soon the oil regularly over the course of as follows: as possible. an oil drain interval and keep it at 1. Display the OIL LIFE Change the fluid at the intervals the proper level. REMAINING on the DIC. See listed in Maintenance Schedule Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 If the system is ever reset 0 329, and be sure to use the accidentally, the oil must be 134. transmission fluid listed in changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) 2. Fully press the accelerator Recommended Fluids and since the last oil change. pedal slowly three times within Lubricants 0 338. Remember to reset the oil life five seconds. system whenever the oil is changed. 3. Display the OIL LIFE Caution REMAINING on the DIC. If the How to Reset the Engine Oil Use of the incorrect automatic Life System display shows 100%, the system is reset. transmission fluid may damage Reset the system whenever the the vehicle, and the damage may engine oil is changed so that the If the vehicle has a CHANGE not be covered by the vehicle system can calculate the next ENGINE OIL SOON message and it comes back on when the vehicle is (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 257 When the REPLACE ENGINE AIR Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Caution (Continued) FILTER SOON message displays, the engine air filter should be The engine air cleaner/filter is in the warranty. Always use the correct replaced at the earliest engine compartment on the automatic transmission fluid. See convenience. The system must be passenger side of the vehicle. See Recommended Fluids and reset after the engine air filter is Engine Compartment Overview 0 Lubricants 0 338. changed. 252. If the CHECK AIR FILTER SYSTEM When to Inspect the Engine Air If you need to check the message displays, see your dealer. Cleaner/Filter transmission fluid level, take the vehicle to your dealer. How to Reset Engine Air Filter . For intervals on changing and Life System inspecting the engine air filter, Engine Air Filter Life see Maintenance Schedule Reset the system whenever the 0 329. System engine air filter is replaced so that the system can calculate the next . If equipped with Engine Air Filter If equipped, this feature provides engine air filter change. Life System, see Engine Air the engine air filter’s remaining life Filter Life System 0 257. and best timing for a change. The To reset: . If driving in very dusty areas, timing to change an engine air filter 1. Place the vehicle in P (Park). depends on driving and follow the engine air filter environmental conditions. 2. Display the Air Filter Life on the inspecting and changing DIC. See Driver Information intervals, see Maintenance When to Change Engine Air Center (DIC) 0 134. Schedule 0 329. Filter 3. Press p to move to the Reset/ How to Inspect the Engine Air When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL Disable display area. Select Cleaner/Filter CHANGE message displays, the Reset then press V for several engine air filter should be replaced Do not start the engine or have the seconds. at the next engine oil change. engine running with the engine air V cleaner/filter housing open. Before 4. Press to confirm the reset. removing the engine air cleaner/ Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

258 Vehicle Care filter, make sure that the engine air 1. Remove the five screws and lift cleaner/filter housing and nearby the cover out of the assembly. Caution components are free of dirt and 2. Inspect or replace the engine If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt debris. Remove the engine air air cleaner/filter. cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake can easily get into the engine, the engine air cleaner/filter (away 3. Lower the cover and secure which could damage it. Always from the vehicle), to release loose with the five screws. have the air cleaner/filter in place when driving. dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air 4. If equipped with Engine Air cleaner/filter for damage, and Filter Life System, reset the replace if damaged. Do not clean system after replacing the Cooling System the engine air cleaner/filter or engine air filter. See Engine Air components with water or Filter Life System 0 257. The cooling system allows the compressed air. engine to maintain the correct To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ { Warning working temperature. filter: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. Use caution when working on the engine. Do not start the engine or drive the vehicle with the air cleaner/filter off, as flames may be present if the engine backfires.

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Vehicle Care 259 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Engine Coolant Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, and Pressure Cap drinkable water and DEX-COOL The cooling system in the vehicle is coolant. This mixture: filled with DEX-COOL engine { Warning coolant. This coolant needs to be . Gives freezing protection down checked and replaced at to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside An underhood electric fan can appropriate intervals. See temperature. start up even when the engine is Maintenance Schedule 0 329. not running and can cause injury. . Gives boiling protection up to Keep hands, clothing, and tools The following explains the cooling 129 °C (265 °F), engine away from any underhood system and how to check and add temperature. electric fan. coolant when it is low. If there is a . Protects against rust and problem with engine overheating, corrosion. see Engine Overheating 0 262. . Will not damage aluminum parts. What to Use { Warning . Helps keep the proper engine temperature. Do not touch heater or radiator { Warning hoses, or other engine parts. Caution They can be very hot and can Plain water, or other liquids such as alcohol, can boil before the burn you. Do not run the engine if Do not use anything other than a proper coolant mixture will. With there is a leak; all coolant could mix of DEX-COOL coolant that plain water or the wrong mixture, leak out. That could cause an meets GM Standard the engine could get too hot but engine fire and can burn you. Fix GMW3420 and clean, drinkable there would not be an overheat any leak before driving the water. Anything else can cause warning. The engine could catch vehicle. damage to the engine cooling fire and you or others could be system and the vehicle, which burned. would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

260 Vehicle Care Never dispose of engine coolant by Check to see if coolant is visible in putting it in the trash, pouring it on the coolant surge tank. If the coolant Warning (Continued) the ground, or into sewers, streams, inside the coolant surge tank is or bodies of water. Have the coolant boiling, do not do anything else until cap, even a little, can cause them changed by an authorized service it cools down. If coolant is visible to come out at high speed and center, familiar with legal but the coolant level mark is not you could be burned. Never turn requirements regarding used visible, add a 50/50 mixture of the cap when the cooling system, coolant disposal. This will help clean, drinkable water and including the pressure cap, is hot. protect the environment and your DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant Wait for the cooling system and health. surge tank to the top rib on the pressure cap to cool. middle of the tank, but be sure the Checking Coolant cooling system is cool before this is The vehicle must be on a level done. See Engine Overheating surface when checking the coolant 0 262. { Warning level. The coolant surge tank is located in Plain water, or other liquids such the engine compartment on the as alcohol, can boil before the driver side of the vehicle. See proper coolant mixture will. With Engine Compartment Overview plain water or the wrong mixture, 0 252. the engine could get too hot but How to Add Coolant to the there would not be an overheat Coolant Surge Tank warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. { Warning

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Vehicle Care 261 cooling system, including the { Warning coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.

Caution 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling Failure to follow the specific system, including the coolant 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with coolant fill procedure could cause surge tank pressure cap and the proper mixture to the the engine to overheat and could upper radiator hose, is no indicated level mark. cause system damage. If coolant longer hot. 4. With the coolant surge tank is not visible in the surge tank, Turn the pressure cap slowly pressure cap off, start the contact your dealer. counterclockwise about engine and let it run until you one-quarter of a turn. If you can feel the upper radiator If no problem is found, check to see hear a hiss, wait for that to hose getting hot. Watch out for if coolant is visible in the coolant stop. This will allow any the engine cooling fan. surge tank. If coolant is visible but pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose. By this time, the coolant level the coolant level is not at the inside the coolant surge tank indicated level mark, add a 50/ 2. Keep turning the pressure cap may be lower. If the level is 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water slowly and remove it. lower, add more of the proper and DEX-COOL coolant at the mixture to the coolant surge coolant surge tank, but be sure the tank until the level reaches the indicated level mark. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

262 Vehicle Care 5. Replace the pressure cap The vehicle may also display a If Steam Is Coming from the tightly. message on the Driver Information Engine Compartment 6. Verify coolant level after the Center (DIC). engine is shut off and the If the decision is made not to lift the { Warning coolant is cold. If necessary, hood when this warning appears, repeat coolant fill procedure get service help right away. See Steam and scalding liquids from a Steps 1–6. Roadside Assistance Program hot cooling system are under 0 pressure. Turning the pressure If the coolant still is not at the 349. proper level when the system If the decision is made to lift the cap, even a little, can cause them cools down again, see your hood, make sure the vehicle is to come out at high speed and dealer. parked on a level surface. Then you could be burned. Never turn check to see if the engine cooling the cap when the cooling system, Caution fan is running. If the engine is including the pressure cap, is hot. overheating, the fan should be Wait for the cooling system and If the pressure cap is not tightly running. If it is not, do not continue pressure cap to cool. installed, coolant loss and engine to run the engine. Have the vehicle damage may occur. Be sure the serviced. If No Steam Is Coming from cap is properly and tightly the Engine Compartment secured. Caution If an engine overheat warning is Do not run the engine if there is a displayed but no steam can be seen Engine Overheating leak in the engine cooling system. or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine The vehicle has several indicators This can cause a loss of all can get a little too hot when the to warn of the engine overheating. coolant and can damage the system and vehicle. Have any vehicle: There is an engine coolant leaks fixed right away. . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. temperature gauge on the instrument cluster. See Engine . Stops after high-speed driving. 0 Coolant Temperature Gauge 122. . Idles for long periods in traffic. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 263 If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the Open the cap with the washer with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until 1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still the tank is full. See Engine displayed, turn off the engine until it Compartment Overview 0 252 for 2. Turn the heater on to the cools down. reservoir location. highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the Washer Fluid Caution windows as necessary. 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off What to Use . Do not use washer fluid that the road, shift to P (Park) or When windshield washer fluid is contains any type of water N (Neutral), and let the needed, be sure to read the repellent coating. This can engine idle. manufacturer's instructions before cause the wiper blades to chatter or skip. If the engine coolant temperature use. If operating the vehicle in an gauge is no longer in the area where the temperature may fall . Do not use engine coolant overheated area, the vehicle can be below freezing, use a fluid that has (antifreeze) in the driven. Continue to drive the vehicle sufficient protection against windshield washer. It can slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a freezing. damage the windshield safe distance from the vehicle in Adding Washer Fluid washer system and paint. front. If the warning does not come . Do not mix water with back on, continue to drive normally ready-to-use washer fluid. and have the cooling system Water can cause the checked for proper fill and function. solution to freeze and If the warning continues, pull over, damage the washer fluid stop, and park the vehicle tank and other parts of the right away. washer system. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

264 Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) { Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 342. . When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will Brake pads should be replaced as manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to complete sets. adding water. a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel . Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, it is very cold. This allows or if there is a rapid increase in for fluid expansion if pedal travel. This could be a sign freezing occurs, which could that brake service may be required. damage the tank if it is Caution completely full. Continuing to drive with worn-out Replacing Brake System Parts brake pads could result in costly Always replace brake system parts Brakes brake repair. with new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes pads have built-in wear Some driving conditions or climates may not work properly. The braking indicators that make a high-pitched performance expected can change warning sound when the brake pads can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly in many other ways if the wrong are worn and new pads are needed. replacement brake parts are The sound can come and go or can applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes. installed or if parts are improperly be heard all the time when the installed. vehicle is moving, except when Properly torqued wheel nuts are applying the brake pedal firmly. necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 265 Brake Fluid . A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system. Have the level, the brake warning light comes brake hydraulic system fixed. on. See Brake System Warning With a leak, the brakes will not Light 0 127. work well. Brake fluid absorbs water over time Always clean the brake fluid which degrades the effectiveness of reservoir cap and the area around the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid the cap before removing it. at the specified intervals to prevent The brake master cylinder reservoir increased stopping distance. See Do not top off the brake fluid. 0 is filled with GM approved DOT 3 Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Maintenance Schedule 329. brake fluid as indicated on the If fluid is added when the linings are What to Add reservoir cap. See Engine worn, there will be too much fluid Compartment Overview 0 252 for when new brake linings are Use only GM approved DOT 3 the location of the reservoir. installed. Add or remove fluid, as brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. See Recommended Checking Brake Fluid necessary, only when work is done 0 on the brake hydraulic system. Fluids and Lubricants 338. With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level surface, the brake fluid level { Warning { Warning should be between the minimum and maximum marks on the brake If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake fluid reservoir. can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the brake system. This could result in There are only two reasons why the if the engine is hot enough. You brake fluid level in the reservoir may or others could be burned, and the loss of braking leading to a go down: the vehicle could be damaged. possible injury. Always use the proper GM approved brake fluid. . Normal brake lining wear. When Add brake fluid only when work is new linings are installed, the done on the brake hydraulic fluid level goes back up. system. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

266 Vehicle Care When using a 12-volt battery Vehicle Storage Caution charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, some chargers have an AGM { Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the battery setting on the charger. vehicle's painted surfaces, the If available, use the AGM setting on Batteries have acid that can burn paint finish can be damaged. the charger, to limit charge voltage you and gas that can explode. Immediately wash off any painted to 14.8 volts. You can be badly hurt if you are surface. not careful. See Jump Starting - { Warning North America 0 312 for tips on Battery - North America working around a battery without WARNING: Battery posts, getting hurt. The original equipment battery is terminals, and related maintenance free. Do not remove accessories contain lead and lead the cap and do not add fluid. compounds, chemicals known to Infrequent Usage: Remove the 12-volt battery black, negative (−) Refer to the replacement number on the State of California to cause cable from the battery to keep the the original battery label when a cancer and birth defects or other battery from running down. new battery is needed. For reproductive harm. Batteries also replacement of the battery, see your contain other chemicals known to Extended Storage: Remove the dealer. the State of California to cause 12-volt battery black, negative (−) cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER cable from the battery or use a Stop/Start System HANDLING. For more information battery trickle charger. The vehicle has a Stop/Start system go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ Remember to reconnect the battery to shut off the engine to help passenger-vehicle. when ready to drive the vehicle. conserve fuel. See Stop/Start System 0 185. See California Proposition It has an Absorbed Glass Mat 65 Warning 0 248 and the back (AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of cover. a standard 12-volt battery will result in reduced 12-volt battery life. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 267 All-Wheel Drive Do not use the accelerator 2. Apply the parking brake. Be pedal, and be ready to turn off ready to apply the regular Transfer Case the engine immediately if it brake immediately if the vehicle Under normal driving conditions, starts. begins to move. transfer case fluid does not require 3. Try to start the engine in each 3. With the engine off, turn the maintenance unless there is a fluid gear. The vehicle should start ignition on, but do not start the leak or unusual noise. If required, only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). engine. Without applying the have the transfer case serviced by If the vehicle starts in any other regular brake, try to move the your dealer. position, contact your dealer for shift lever out of P (Park) with service. normal effort. If the shift lever Starter Switch Check moves out of P (Park), contact Automatic Transmission your dealer for service. { Warning Shift Lock Control Park Brake and P (Park) Function Check When you are doing this Mechanism Check inspection, the vehicle could { Warning move suddenly. If the vehicle { Warning moves, you or others could be When you are doing this injured. inspection, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, move suddenly. If the vehicle the vehicle could begin to move. 1. Before starting this check, be moves, you or others could be You or others could be injured sure there is enough room injured. and property could be damaged. around the vehicle. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to 2. Apply both the parking brake 1. Before starting this check, be roll. Be ready to apply the regular and the regular brake. sure there is enough room brake at once should the vehicle around the vehicle. It should be begin to move. parked on a level surface. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

268 Vehicle Care Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Replacement blades come in vehicle facing downhill. Keeping different types and are removed in your foot on the regular brake, set different ways. For proper type and the parking brake. length, see Maintenance 0 . To check the parking brake's Replacement Parts 339. holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in Caution N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake Allowing the wiper arm to touch pedal. Do this until the vehicle is the windshield when no wiper held by the parking brake only. blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that . To check the P (Park) occurs would not be covered by mechanism's holding ability: 2. Lift up on the latch in the the vehicle warranty. Do not allow With the engine running, shift to middle of the wiper blade the wiper arm to touch the P (Park). Then release the where the wiper arm attaches. windshield. parking brake followed by the 3. With the latch open, pull the regular brake. wiper blade down toward the Contact your dealer if service is Front Wiper Blade windshield far enough to required. Replacement release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. To replace the front wiper blades: Wiper Blade Replacement 4. Remove the wiper blade. 1. Pull the windshield wiper Windshield wiper blades should be assembly away from the 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper inspected for wear and cracking. windshield. blade replacement. See Maintenance Schedule 0 329. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 269 Windshield Replacement Caution Driver Assistance Systems Damage may occur if the wiper blades are not in contact with the If the windshield needs to be windshield before turning on the replaced and the vehicle is wiper system. equipped with a front camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a GM replacement windshield is Rear Wiper Blade Replacement recommended. The replacement 5. Push the release lever (2) to To replace the rear wiper blade: windshield must be installed disengage the hook and push according to GM specifications for the wiper arm (1) out of the proper alignment. If it is not, these blade assembly (3). systems may not work properly, they 6. Push the new blade assembly may display messages, or they may securely on the wiper arm until not work at all. See your dealer for the release lever clicks into proper windshield replacement. place. Gas Strut(s) 1. Slide a plastic tool under the 7. To reinstall the cover, ensure cover and push upward to that the cover hook slides into This vehicle is equipped with gas unsnap. the slot in the blade assembly. strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood/ 2. Slide the cover toward the 8. Snap the cover down to trunk/liftgate system in full open wiper blade tip to unhook it secure. position. from the blade assembly. 3. Remove the cover. 4. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

270 Vehicle Care

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If the gas struts that hold open the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others could be seriously injured. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service immediately. Visually inspect the gas struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage periodically. Check to make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with enough force. Hood Liftgate If struts are failing to hold the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate. Have the vehicle serviced.

Caution

Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts. Also do not push down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle. Trunk

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Vehicle Care 271 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a For the proper type of replacement slightly different shade than it was Front Headlamp Aiming bulbs, or any bulb changing originally. This is normal. Headlamp aim has been preset and procedure not listed in this section, should need no further adjustment. contact your dealer. LED Lighting If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, This vehicle has several LED lamps. the headlamp aim may be affected. Caution For replacement of any LED lighting If adjustment to the headlamps is Do not replace incandescent assembly, contact your dealer. necessary, see your dealer. bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can Headlamps, Front Turn cause damage to the vehicle Signal, and Sidemarker electrical system. The headlamp is either an HID or an LED. See “High Intensity Discharge High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting” and “LED Lighting” earlier in this section. (HID) Lighting

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The High Intensity Discharge (HID) lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

272 Vehicle Care 4. Pull the bulb straight out from 2. Pull the lamp assembly down the socket. gently to remove it from the 5. Push the new bulb into the liftgate. socket and reinstall the socket into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise. License Plate Lamp This applies only to vehicles without rear camera mirrors. All other vehicles are equipped with LED Driver Side Shown, Passenger license plate lamps. Side Similar To replace one of these bulbs:

1. Sidemarker Bulb 2. Front Turn Signal 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) To replace the front turn signal or counterclockwise to remove it sidemarker: from the lamp assembly (3). 1. Open the hood. See Hood 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of 0 250. the bulb socket. 2. Locate the bulb socket on the 5. Push the replacement bulb headlamp assembly. straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket 3. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the counterclockwise to remove it lamp assembly. from the headlamp assembly. 1. Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 273 6. Replace the lamp in the liftgate Electrical System Electrical System applique engaging the right Overload side with the clip first. High Voltage Devices and 7. Push on the lamp side opposite The vehicle has fuses and circuit the clip until the lamp assembly Wiring breakers to protect against an snaps into place. electrical system overload. { Warning When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens Exposure to high voltage can and closes, protecting the circuit cause shock, burns, and even until the current load returns to death. The high voltage normal or the problem is fixed. This components in the vehicle can greatly reduces the chance of circuit only be serviced by technicians overload and fire caused by with special training. electrical problems. High voltage components are Fuses and circuit breakers protect identified by labels. Do not power devices in the vehicle. remove, open, take apart, Replace a bad fuse with a new one or modify these components. of the identical size and rating. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels. Do not If there is a problem on the road and probe, tamper with, cut, or modify a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be high voltage cable or wiring. borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

274 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from An electrical overload may cause Breakers another fuse location, if a fuse goes the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are out. Replace the fuse as soon as some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a possible. headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers. This greatly reduces the remain off. Engine Compartment chance of damage caused by Fuse Block Windshield Wipers electrical problems. The underhood fuse block is in the If the wiper motor overheats due to { Danger engine compartment, on the driver heavy snow or ice, the windshield side of the vehicle. wipers will stop until the motor cools Fuses and circuit breakers are and will then restart. marked with their ampere rating. Although the circuit is protected Do not exceed the from electrical overload, overload specified amperage rating when due to heavy snow or ice may replacing fuses and circuit cause wiper linkage damage. breakers. Use of an oversized Always clear ice and heavy snow fuse or circuit breaker can result from the windshield before using the in a vehicle fire. You and others windshield wipers. could be seriously injured or If the overload is caused by an killed. electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed. To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Caution

Do not pull the engine compartment fuse block lever, since it is intended only for service purposes. If pulled, vehicle malfunction may occur.

To remove the fuse block cover, press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up.

Caution

Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.

To remove fuses, use the fuse puller and pull straight out.

The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. F1 Antilock brake system pump Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F2 Starter 1 F20 – F36 – F3 DC DC F21 – F37 Right low – beam transformer 1 F22 Electronic brake headlamp F4 – control module F38 Automatic F5 DC DC F23 Parking/Trailer headlamp leveling transformer 2 lamps motor F39 Transmission F6 – F24 Right trailer stoplamp/Turnlamp control module F7 – F25 Steering F40 Left rear bus F8 – column lock electrical center/ F9 Vacuum pump Ignition F26 – F10 Front wiper F41 Instrument cluster F27 Left trailer F11 – stoplamp/Turnlamp F42 Heating, ventilation, and air F12 – F28 – conditioning F13 Starter 2 F29 – F43 Head-up display F14 – F30 Washer pump F44 Communication F15 Rear wiper F31 – gateway module/ Run/Crank F16 – F32 Left low – beam F45 – F17 – headlamp F46 – F18 – F33 Front fog lamps F47 – F19 – F34 Horn F35 – F48 – Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F49 Interior rearview F61 O2 sensor 1/ F75 – mirror Air flow F76 – F50 Fuel system control F62 – F77 – module F63 O2 sensor 2/ F51 Heated steering Canister/Engine oil/ Relays Usage wheel Turbo K1 Starter 1 F52 Folding seats F64 Aeroshutter K2 Run/Crank switch F65 Engine control F53 – module K3 Vacuum pump F54 Coolant pump powertrain 1 K4 – F55 Air conditioning F66 Engine control K5 Air conditioning module powertrain 2 K6 Coolant pump F56 Integrated chassis F67 Engine control K7 Engine control control module module module – odd F57 Engine control K8 Folding seats module/Ignition F68 – K9 – F58 Transmission F69 – K10 Starter 2 control module/ F70 – Ignition F71 – F59 Engine control F72 – module battery F73 – F60 Engine control module – even F74 – Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Block F1 Body control module 6 F2 Diagnostic link F3 Electric steering column lock F4 Rear USB port F5 – F6 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning F7 Body control module 3 The instrument panel fuse block is F8 inside the center console on the – passenger side of the vehicle. F9 Right front heated seat Remove the fuse access door by inserting a coin or tool into the slot F10 Airbag of the access door. F11 Electronic precision To remove a fuse, use the fuse shift puller located in the Engine F12 Amplifier Compartment Fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and F13 Body control features shown. module 7 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F14 Left front F28 Radio/Heating, F39 Steering wheel heated seat ventilation, and air controls conditioning backlighting F15 – display F16 Sunroof F29 Radio Circuit Usage F17 Communication Breakers gateway module F30 Steering wheel controls F40 – F18 Instrument cluster F31 Front blower F41 – F19 Body control F32 DC AC inverter F42 Auxiliary power module 1 outlet/Lighter F20 Wireless charger F33 Driver power seat module F34 Passenger F21 Body control power seat module 4 F35 Feed/Body control F22 Infotainment module 4 F23 Body control F36 Electric power module 2 steering F37 Power outlet/ F24 – Wireless charger/ F25 Park assist Accessory F26 Communications F38 Body control integration module module 8 F27 Video Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

280 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse The fuse block label is on the back of the access door in the driver side Block rear trim panel.

The rear compartment fuse block is behind a trim panel on the driver side of the rear storage compartment. The trim panel is removed by prying along the top edge of the trim panel at two notched locations. Remove the trim panel to access the fuse block. To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse block. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Fuses Usage F4 Rear blower F5 Rear drive control F6 – F7 Right window F8 Rear defogger F9 Left window F10 – F11 Trailer reverse F12 USB port/Third row seats F13 – F14 – F15 – F16 – F17 Air quality sensor F18 – F19 Ventilated seats/ Massage Fuses Usage F20 – Fuses Usage F2 Trailer F21 – F1 – F3 Folding seats Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F22 – F40 Memory seat F55 – module F23 – F56 Universal remote F24 Lumbar F41 Automatic system/Overhead occupancy sensor console F25 – F42 – F57 Hands free closure F26 Trailer brake lamps release F43 – F27 Massage F44 – F28 Passive entry/ Circuit Usage Passive start F45 Liftgate motor Breakers F46 Rear heated seats CB1 F29 – – F30 Canister vent F47 – CB2 – F48 CB3 Rear auxiliary F31 – – power outlet F32 Heated mirrors F49 – F33 USB port/Second F50 – Relays Usage row seats F51 – K1 – F34 Liftgate module F52 Semi-active K2 – F35 Fuel system control dampening system module module F53 F36 – – F54 External object F37 – calculating remote F38 Window module system/Side blind F39 Rear closure zone alert Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc. the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair, manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and are cold. mount the tires. { Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in more likely to be cut, . Poorly maintained and excess of 56 km/h punctured, or broken by (35 mph) on slippery improperly used tires are a sudden impact — such dangerous. surfaces such as snow, as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive . Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode. result of too much . Worn or old tires can flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the See Tire Pressure for blowout and a serious tread is badly worn, High-Speed Operation 0 291 for crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. inflation pressure adjustment for Limits 0 178. (Continued) high-speed driving. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

284 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Winter Tires Winter tires with the same speed rating as the original equipment tires This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally may not be available for H, V, W, Y, all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter and ZR speed rated tires. If winter designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased tires with a lower speed rating are performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered chosen, never exceed the tire's and weather conditions. Original roads. Consider installing winter maximum speed capability. equipment tires designed to GM's tires on the vehicle if frequent specific tire performance criteria driving on ice or snow covered Tire Sidewall Labeling have a TPC specification code roads is expected. See your dealer molded onto the sidewall. Original for details regarding winter tire Useful information about a tire is equipment all-season tires can be availability and proper tire selection. molded into its sidewall. The identified by the last two characters Also, see Buying New Tires 0 298. examples show a typical of this TPC code, which will With winter tires, there may be passenger vehicle tire and a be “MS.” decreased dry road traction, compact spare tire sidewall. Consider installing winter tires on increased road noise, and shorter the vehicle if frequent driving on tread life. After changing to winter snow or ice-covered roads is tires, be alert for changes in vehicle expected. All-season tires provide handling and braking. adequate performance for most If using winter tires: winter driving conditions, but they may not offer the same level of . Use tires of the same brand and traction or performance as winter tread type on all four wheel tires on snow or ice-covered roads. positions. 0 See Winter Tires 284. . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and speed rating as the original equipment tires. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 285 code molded onto the sidewall. Tire Identification Number (TIN). GM's TPC specifications meet or The TIN shows the exceed all federal safety manufacturer and plant code, guidelines. tire size, and date the tire was (3) DOT (Department of manufactured. The TIN is Transportation) : The molded onto both sides of the Department of Transportation tire, although only one side may (DOT) code indicates that the have the date of manufacture. tire is in compliance with the (5) Tire Ply Material : The type U.S. Department of of cord and number of plies in Transportation Motor Vehicle the sidewall and under the tread. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Safety Standards. (6) Uniform Tire Quality (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a DOT Tire Date of Grading (UTQG) : Tire combination of letters and Manufacture : The last four manufacturers are required to numbers used to define a digits of the TIN indicate the tire grade tires based on three particular tire's width, height, manufactured date. The first two performance factors: treadwear, aspect ratio, construction type, digits represent the week (01– traction, and temperature and service description. See the 52) and the last two digits, the resistance. For more information “Tire Size” illustration later in this year. For example, the third see Uniform Tire Quality section. week of the year 2010 would Grading 0 300. (2) TPC Spec (Tire have a four-digit DOT date (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Performance Criteria of 0310. Load Limit : Maximum load that Specification) : Original (4) Tire Identification Number can be carried and the equipment tires designed to (TIN) : The letters and numbers maximum pressure needed to GM's specific tire performance following the DOT (Department support that load. criteria have a TPC specification of Transportation) code are the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

286 Vehicle Care (3) Tire Identification Number (6) Tire Size : A combination of (TIN) : The letters and numbers letters and numbers define a following the DOT (Department tire's width, height, aspect ratio, of Transportation) code are the construction type, and service Tire Identification Number (TIN). description. The letter “T” as the The TIN shows the first character in the tire size manufacturer and plant code, means the tire is for temporary tire size, and date the tire was use only. manufactured. The TIN is (7) TPC Spec (Tire molded onto both sides of the Performance Criteria tire, although only one side may Specification) : Original Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture. equipment tires designed to (1) Tire Ply Material : The type (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance of cord and number of plies in Load Limit : Maximum load that criteria have a TPC specification the sidewall and under the tread. can be carried and the code molded onto the sidewall. maximum pressure needed to GM's TPC specifications meet or (2) Temporary Use Only : The support that load. exceed all federal safety compact spare tire or temporary guidelines. use tire should not be driven at (5) Tire Inflation : The speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). temporary use tire or compact Tire Designations The compact spare tire is for spare tire should be inflated to emergency use when a regular 420 kPa (60 psi). For more Tire Size information on tire pressure and road tire has lost air and gone The example shows a typical inflation see Tire Pressure flat. If the vehicle has a compact passenger vehicle tire size. spare tire, see Compact Spare 0 290. Tire 0 311 and If a Tire Goes Flat 0 303. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 287 (4) Construction Code : A letter Accessory Weight : The code is used to indicate the type combined weight of optional of ply construction in the tire. accessories. Some examples of The letter “R” means radial ply optional accessories are construction; the letter “D” automatic transmission, power means diagonal or bias ply windows, power seats, and air (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : construction. conditioning. The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of Aspect Ratio : The relationship the wheel in inches. of a tire's height to its width. letter “P” as the first character in the tire size means a passenger (6) Service Description : These Belt : A rubber coated layer of vehicle tire engineered to characters represent the load cords between the plies and the standards set by the U.S. Tire index and speed rating of the tread. Cords may be made from and Rim Association. tire. The load index represents steel or other reinforcing (2) Tire Width : The three-digit the load carrying capacity a tire materials. number indicates the tire section is certified to carry. The speed Bead : The tire bead contains width in millimeters from rating is the maximum speed a steel wires wrapped by steel sidewall to sidewall. tire is certified to carry a load. cords that hold the tire onto (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit Tire Terminology and the rim. number that indicates the tire Definitions Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire height-to-width measurements. in which the plies are laid at For example, if the tire size Air Pressure : The amount of alternate angles less than aspect ratio is 60, as shown in air inside the tire pressing 90 degrees to the centerline of item (3) of the illustration, it outward on each square inch of the tread. would mean that the tire's the tire. Air pressure is sidewall is 60 percent as high as expressed in kPa (kilopascal) it is wide. or psi (pounds per square inch). Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

288 Vehicle Care Cold Tire Pressure : The GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure : amount of air pressure in a tire, Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits The maximum air pressure to measured in kPa (kilopascal) 0 178. which a cold tire can be inflated. or psi (pounds per square inch) GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight The maximum air pressure is before a tire has built up heat Rating for the front axle. See molded onto the sidewall. from driving. See Tire Pressure Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. Maximum Load Rating : The 0 290. GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight load rating for a tire at the Curb Weight : The weight of a Rating for the rear axle. See maximum permissible inflation motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. pressure for that tire. optional equipment including the Maximum Loaded Vehicle maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight : The sum of curb and coolant, but without weight, accessory weight, passengers and cargo. that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and DOT Markings : A code molded production options weight. into the sidewall of a tire Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air pressure. Normal Occupant Weight : The signifying that the tire is in number of occupants a vehicle compliance with the U.S. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A is designed to seat multiplied by Department of Transportation tire used on light duty trucks and 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety some multipurpose passenger Limits 0 178. Standards. The DOT code vehicles. includes the Tire Identification Occupant Distribution : Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned Designated seating positions. number ranging from 1 to 279 designator which can also Outward Facing Sidewall : The identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. side of an asymmetrical tire that production plant, brand, and has a particular side that faces date of production. outward when mounted on a Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 289 vehicle. The side of the tire that Rim : A metal support for a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality contains a whitewall, bears and upon which the tire beads Grading Standards) : A tire white lettering, or bears are seated. information system that provides manufacturer, brand, and/or Sidewall : The portion of a tire consumers with ratings for a model name molding that is between the tread and the bead. tire's traction, temperature, and higher or deeper than the same treadwear. Ratings are moldings on the other sidewall Speed Rating : An determined by tire of the tire. alphanumeric code assigned to manufacturers using a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A speed at which a tire can tire used on passenger and The ratings are molded into the operate. sidewall of the tire. See Uniform some light duty trucks and 0 multipurpose vehicles. Traction : The between Tire Quality Grading 300. the tire and the road surface. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The Recommended Inflation The amount of grip provided. Pressure : Vehicle number of designated seating manufacturer's recommended Tread : The portion of a tire that positions multiplied by tire inflation pressure as shown comes into contact with 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated on the tire placard. See Tire the road. cargo load. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. Pressure 0 290 and Treadwear Indicators : Narrow Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. bands, sometimes called wear Vehicle Maximum Load on the Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic bars, that show across the tread Tire : Load on an individual tire tire in which the ply cords that of a tire when only 1.6 mm due to curb weight, accessory extend to the beads are laid at (1/16 in) of tread remains. See weight, occupant weight, and 90 degrees to the centerline of When It Is Time for New Tires cargo weight. the tread. 0 298. Vehicle Placard : A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

290 Vehicle Care capacity weight and the original How the vehicle is loaded equipment tire size and Warning (Continued) affects vehicle handling and ride recommended inflation pressure. . Poor handling. comfort. Never load the vehicle See “Tire and Loading with more weight than it was Information Label” under Vehicle . Reduced fuel economy. designed to carry. Load Limits 0 178. Overinflated tires, or tires that When to Check have too much air, can Tire Pressure result in: Check the pressure of the tires once a month or more. Do not Tires need the correct amount of . Unusual wear. forget the compact spare, if the air pressure to operate . Poor handling. vehicle has one. The cold effectively. . Rough ride. compact spare tire pressure should be at 420 kPa (60 psi). { Warning . Needless damage from See Compact Spare Tire 0 311. road hazards. Neither tire underinflation nor How to Check overinflation is good. Underinflated tires, or tires The Tire and Loading Use a good quality pocket-type that do not have enough air, Information label on the vehicle gauge to check tire pressure. can result in: indicates the original equipment Proper tire inflation cannot be tires and the correct cold tire determined by looking at the tire. . Tire overloading and inflation pressures. The Check the tire inflation pressure overheating, which could recommended pressure is the when the tires are cold, meaning lead to a blowout. minimum air pressure needed to the vehicle has not been driven . Premature or support the vehicle's maximum for at least three hours or no irregular wear. load carrying capacity. See more than 1.6 km (1 mi). (Continued) Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 291 Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for the vehicle at speeds of tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set gauge firmly onto the valve to the cold inflation pressure to the get a pressure measurement. maximum inflation pressure shown { Warning If the cold tire inflation pressure on the tire sidewall, or 280 kPa (41 psi), whichever is lower. Return matches the recommended Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h the tires to the recommended cold pressure on the Tire and (100 mph) or higher, puts tire inflation pressure when Loading Information label, no additional strain on tires. high-speed driving has ended. See further adjustment is necessary. Sustained high-speed driving Vehicle Load Limits 0 178 and If the inflation pressure is low, causes excessive heat buildup Tire Pressure 0 290. and can cause sudden tire failure. add air until the recommended The maximum load and inflation pressure is reached. If the This could cause a crash, and pressure is molded on the tire inflation pressure is high, press you or others could be killed. sidewall, in small letters, near the on the metal stem in the center Some high-speed rated tires rim flange. It will read something like of the tire valve to release air. require inflation pressure this: Maximum load adjustment for high-speed 690 kg (1,521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi) Recheck the tire pressure with operation. When speed limits and Max. Press. the tire gauge. road conditions allow the vehicle Put the valve caps back on the to be driven at high speeds, make Tire Pressure Monitor valve stems to keep out dirt and sure the tires are rated for System moisture and prevent leaks. Use high-speed operation, are in excellent condition, and are set to The Tire Pressure Monitor System only valve caps designed for the (TPMS) uses radio and sensor vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load. technology to check tire pressure could be damaged and would levels. The TPMS sensors monitor not be covered by the vehicle the air pressure in your tires and warranty. Vehicles with 255/65R18 or 255/ transmit tire pressure readings to a 55R20 size tires require inflation receiver located in the vehicle. pressure adjustment when driving Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

292 Vehicle Care Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or monthly when cold and inflated to ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent the inflation pressure recommended Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly. by the vehicle manufacturer on the substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction vehicle placard or tire inflation maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more pressure label. (If your vehicle has responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to tires of a different size than the size pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or indicated on the vehicle placard or not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the tire inflation pressure label, you illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function should determine the proper tire pressure telltale. properly. inflation pressure for those tires.) See Tire Pressure Monitor Your vehicle has also been 0 As an added safety feature, your equipped with a TPMS malfunction Operation 292. vehicle has been equipped with a indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency Statement tire pressure monitoring system system is not operating properly. 0 355. (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire The TPMS malfunction indicator is pressure telltale when one or more combined with the low tire pressure of your tires is significantly Tire Pressure Monitor telltale. When the system detects a Operation under-inflated. malfunction, the telltale will flash for Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then This vehicle may have a Tire pressure telltale illuminates, you remain continuously illuminated. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). should stop and check your tires as This sequence will continue upon The TPMS is designed to warn the soon as possible, and inflate them subsequent vehicle start-ups as driver when a low tire pressure to the proper pressure. Driving on a long as the malfunction exists. condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel significantly under-inflated tire When the malfunction indicator is assembly, excluding the spare tire causes the tire to overheat and can illuminated, the system may not be and wheel assembly. The TPMS lead to tire failure. Under-inflation able to detect or signal low tire sensors monitor the air pressure in also reduces fuel efficiency and tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 293 the tires and transmit the tire additional information and details pressure readings to a receiver about the DIC operation and Caution located in the vehicle. displays see Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 134. Tire sealant materials are not all the same. A non-approved tire The low tire pressure warning light sealant could damage the TPMS may come on in cool weather when sensors. TPMS sensor damage the vehicle is first started, and then caused by using an incorrect tire turn off as the vehicle is driven. This sealant is not covered by the could be an early indicator that the vehicle warranty. Always use only air pressure is getting low and the GM approved tire sealant When a low tire pressure condition needs to be inflated to the proper is detected, the TPMS illuminates pressure. available through your dealer or the low tire pressure warning light included in the vehicle. A Tire and Loading Information located on the instrument cluster. label, attached to your vehicle, If the warning light comes on, stop shows the size of the original TPMS Malfunction Light and as soon as possible and inflate the equipment tires and the correct Message tires to the recommended pressure inflation pressure for the tires when shown on the Tire and Loading The TPMS will not function properly they are cold. See Vehicle Load Information label. See Vehicle Load if one or more of the TPMS sensors Limits 0 178, for an example of the Limits 0 178. are missing or inoperable. When the Tire and Loading Information label system detects a malfunction, the A message to check the pressure in and its location. Also see Tire low tire pressure warning light 0 a specific tire displays in the Driver Pressure 290. flashes for about one minute and Information Center (DIC). The low The TPMS can warn about a low then stays on for the remainder of tire pressure warning light and the tire pressure condition but it does the ignition cycle. A DIC warning DIC warning message come on at not replace normal tire message also displays. The each ignition cycle until the tires are maintenance. See Tire Inspection malfunction light and DIC warning inflated to the correct inflation 0 296, Tire Rotation 0 297 and message come on at each ignition pressure. Using the DIC, tire Tires 0 283. pressure levels can be viewed. For Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

294 Vehicle Care cycle until the problem is corrected. the sensor matching process is When the low tire pressure warning Some of the conditions that can performed successfully. See light comes on: cause these to come on are: your dealer for service. 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level . One of the road tires has been . Replacement tires or wheels do place. replaced with the spare tire. The not match the original equipment 2. Set the parking brake firmly. spare tire does not have a tires or wheels. Tires and wheels TPMS sensor. The malfunction other than those recommended 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). light and DIC message should could prevent the TPMS from 4. Add air to the tire that is go off after the road tire is functioning properly. See Buying underinflated. The turn signal 0 replaced and the sensor New Tires 298. lamp will flash. matching process is performed . Operating electronic devices or successfully. See “TPMS Sensor When the recommended being near facilities using radio pressure is reached, the horn Matching Process” later in this wave frequencies similar to the section. sounds once and the turn TPMS could cause the TPMS signal lamp will stop flashing . The TPMS sensor matching sensors to malfunction. and briefly turn solid. process was not done or not If the TPMS is not functioning completed successfully after Repeat these steps for all properly it cannot detect or signal a underinflated tires that have rotating the tires. The low tire pressure condition. See malfunction light and the DIC illuminated the low tire pressure your dealer for service if the TPMS warning light. message should go off after malfunction light and DIC message successfully completing the come on and stay on. sensor matching process. See { Warning "TPMS Sensor Matching Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) Process" later in this section. Overinflating a tire could cause This feature provides visual and the tire to rupture and you or . One or more TPMS sensors are audible alerts outside the vehicle to others could be injured. Do not missing or damaged. The help when inflating an underinflated exceed the maximum pressure malfunction light and the DIC tire to the recommended cold tire message should go off when the pressure. (Continued) TPMS sensors are installed and Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 295 . There is interference from an vehicle’s tires or replacing one or Warning (Continued) external device or transmitter. more of the TPMS sensors. The . The air pressure from the TPMS sensor matching process listed on the tire sidewall. See should also be performed after 0 inflation device is not sufficient Tire Sidewall Labeling 284 and replacing a spare tire with a road 0 to inflate the tire. Vehicle Load Limits 178. tire containing the TPMS sensor. . There is a malfunction in The malfunction light and the DIC If the tire is overinflated by more the TPMS. message should go off at the next than 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will . There is a malfunction in the ignition cycle. The sensors are sound multiple times and the turn horn or turn signal lamps. matched to the tire/wheel positions, signal lamp will continue to flash for using a TPMS relearn tool, in the . The identification code of the several seconds after filling stops. following order: driver side front tire, TPMS sensor is not registered to To release and correct the pressure, passenger side front tire, passenger the system. while the turn signal lamp is still side rear tire, and driver side rear. flashing, briefly press the center of . The battery of the TPMS sensor See your dealer for service or to the valve stem. When the is low. purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool can also be purchased. recommended pressure is reached, If the tire fill alert does not operate the horn sounds once. See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor due to TPMS interference, move the Activation Tool at If the turn signal lamp does not flash vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or within 15 seconds after starting to forward and try again. If the tire fill call 1-800-GM TOOLS inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has alert feature is not working, use a (1-800-468-6657). not been activated or is not working. tire pressure gauge. There are two minutes to match the If the hazard warning flashers are TPMS Sensor Matching first tire/wheel position, and on, the tire fill alert visual feedback Process five minutes overall to match all four will not work properly. Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes The TPMS will not activate the tire identification code. The identification longer, the matching process stops fill alert properly under the following code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted. conditions: tire/wheel position after rotating the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

296 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching 7. Place the relearn tool against 12. Set all four tires to the process is: the tire sidewall, near the valve recommended air pressure 1. Set the parking brake. stem. Then press the button to level as indicated on the Tire activate the TPMS sensor. and Loading Information label. 2. Place the vehicle in Service A horn chirp confirms that the Mode. See Ignition Positions sensor identification code has Tire Inspection 0 182. been matched to this tire and We recommend that the tires, 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure wheel position. info page option is turned on. including the spare tire, if the 8. Proceed to the passenger side vehicle has one, be inspected The info pages on the DIC can front tire, and repeat the be turned on and off through procedure in Step 7. for signs of wear or damage at the Options menu. See Driver least once a month. Information Center (DIC) 0 134. 9. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the Replace the tire if: 4. Use the DIC controls on the procedure in Step 7. . The indicators at three or right side of the steering wheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure 10. Proceed to the driver side rear more places around the tire screen under the DIC tire, and repeat the procedure can be seen. info page. in Step 7. The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor . There is cord or fabric 5. Press and hold V in the center identification code has been showing through the tire's of the DIC controls. matched to the driver side rear rubber. tire, and the TPMS sensor The horn sounds twice to . The tread or sidewall is matching process is no longer cracked, cut, or snagged signal the receiver is in relearn active. The TIRE LEARNING mode and the TIRE ACTIVE message on the DIC deep enough to show cord or LEARNING ACTIVE message display screen goes off. fabric. displays on the DIC screen. 11. Turn the vehicle off. . The tire has a bump, bulge, 6. Start with the driver side or split. front tire. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 297 . The tire has a puncture, cut, Check that all wheel nuts are or other damage that cannot properly tightened. See “Wheel be repaired well because of Nut Torque” under Capacities the size or location of the and Specifications 0 342. damage. { Warning Tire Rotation Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on Tires should be rotated every the parts to which it is 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See fastened, can make wheel 0 Maintenance Schedule 329. nuts become loose after time. Tires are rotated to achieve a The wheel could come off and uniform wear for all tires. The Use this rotation pattern when cause a crash. When first rotation is the most rotating the tires. changing a wheel, remove any important. If the vehicle has a compact rust or dirt from places where Anytime unusual wear is spare tire, do not include it in the the wheel attaches to the noticed, rotate the tires as soon tire rotation. vehicle. In an emergency, a as possible, check for proper tire Adjust the front and rear tires to cloth or a paper towel can be inflation pressure, and check for the recommended inflation used; however, use a scraper damaged tires or wheels. If the pressure on the Tire and or wire brush later to remove unusual wear continues after the Loading Information label after all rust or dirt. rotation, check the wheel the tires have been rotated. See alignment. See When It Is Time Tire Pressure 0 290 and Lightly coat the inner diameter of for New Tires 0 298 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. the wheel hub opening with 0 wheel bearing grease after a Wheel Replacement 302. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor wheel change or tire rotation to System. See Tire Pressure prevent corrosion or rust Monitor Operation 0 292. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

298 Vehicle Care build-up. Do not get grease on or less of tread remaining. See Tire Vehicle Storage Inspection 0 296 and the wheel mounting surface or Tires age when stored normally Tire Rotation 0 297. on the wheel nuts or bolts. mounted on a parked vehicle. Park The rubber in tires ages over time. a vehicle that will be stored for at When It Is Time for New This also applies to the spare tire, least a month in a cool, dry, clean Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is area away from direct sunlight to never used. Multiple factors slow aging. This area should be free Factors such as maintenance, including temperatures, loading of grease, gasoline, or other temperatures, driving speeds, conditions, and inflation pressure substances that can deteriorate vehicle loading, and road conditions maintenance affect how fast aging rubber. affect the wear rate of the tires. takes place. GM recommends that Parking for an extended period can tires, including the spare if cause flat spots on the tires that equipped, be replaced after six may result in vibrations while years, regardless of tread wear. To driving. When storing a vehicle for identify the age of a tire, use the tire at least a month, remove the tires or manufacture date which is the last raise the vehicle to reduce the four digits of the DOT Tire weight from the tires. Identification Number (TIN) which is molded into one side of the tire sidewall. The first two digits Buying New Tires represent the week (01–52) and the GM has developed and matched last two digits, the year. For specific tires for the vehicle. The example, the third week of the year original equipment tires installed 2010 would have a four-digit DOT date of 0310. were designed to meet General Treadwear indicators are one way to Motors Tire Performance Criteria tell when it is time for new tires. Specification (TPC Spec) Treadwear indicators appear when system rating. When the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) replacement tires are needed, Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 299 GM strongly recommends affected if all the tires are not buying tires with the same TPC replaced at the same time. Warning (Continued) Spec rating. If proper rotation and Only your dealer or authorized GM's exclusive TPC Spec maintenance have been done, tire service center should system considers over a dozen all four tires should wear out at mount or dismount the tires. about the same time. See Tire critical specifications that impact 0 the overall performance of the Rotation 297. However, if it is necessary to replace only one vehicle, including brake system { Warning performance, ride and handling, axle set of worn tires, place the new tires on the rear axle. traction control, and tire Mixing tires of different sizes, pressure monitoring Winter tires with the same speed tread patterns, or types on the performance. GM's TPC Spec rating as the original equipment same axle may cause loss of number is molded onto the tire's tires may not be available for H, control of the vehicle, resulting sidewall near the tire size. If the V, W, Y and ZR speed rated in a crash or other vehicle tires have an all-season tread tires. Never exceed the winter damage. Use the same size, design, the TPC Spec number tires’ maximum speed capability load range, and type of tires will be followed by MS for mud when using winter tires with a as the original tires. and snow. See Tire Sidewall lower speed rating. Labeling 0 284. GM recommends replacing worn { Warning { Warning tires in complete sets of four. Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the Uniform tread depth on all tires improper service. Attempting will help to maintain the vehicle may cause the wheel to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks performance of the vehicle. could cause injury or death. Braking and handling after many miles of driving. (Continued) performance may be adversely (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

300 Vehicle Care Different Size Tires and Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Wheels A tire and/or wheel could fail If wheels or tires are installed that developed for the vehicle, and suddenly and cause a crash. are a different size than the original have them properly installed by a Use only radial-ply tires with equipment wheels and tires, vehicle GM certified technician. the wheels on the vehicle. performance, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, See Buying New Tires 0 298 and If the vehicle tires must be stability, and resistance to rollover Accessories and Modifications may be affected. If the vehicle has 0 249. replaced with a tire that does not electronic systems such as antilock have a TPC Spec number, make brakes, rollover airbags, traction Uniform Tire Quality sure they are the same size, control, electronic stability control, load range, speed rating, and or All-Wheel Drive, the performance Grading construction (radial) as the of these systems can also be The following information relates original tires. affected. to the system developed by the Vehicles that have a tire United States National Highway pressure monitoring system { Warning Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by could give an inaccurate If different sized wheels are used, low-pressure warning if non-TPC there may not be an acceptable treadwear, traction, and Spec rated tires are installed. level of performance and safety if temperature performance. This See Tire Pressure Monitor tires not recommended for those applies only to vehicles sold in System 0 291. wheels are selected. This the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of The Tire and Loading increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. Only use GM most passenger car tires. The Information label indicates the Uniform Tire Quality Grading original equipment tires on the specific wheel and tire systems (Continued) (UTQG) system does not apply vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits to deep tread, winter tires, 0 178. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 301 compact spare tires, tires with Treadwear specified government test nominal rim diameters of The treadwear grade is a surfaces of asphalt and 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), comparative rating based on the concrete. A tire marked C may or to some limited-production wear rate of the tire when tested have poor traction performance. tires. under controlled conditions on a Warning: The traction grade While the tires available on specified government test assigned to this tire is based on General Motors passenger cars course. For example, a tire straight-ahead braking traction and light trucks may vary with graded 150 would wear one and tests, and does not include respect to these grades, they one-half (1½) times as well on acceleration, cornering, must also conform to federal the government course as a tire hydroplaning, or peak traction safety requirements and graded 100. The relative characteristics. additional General Motors Tire performance of tires depends Temperature Performance Criteria (TPC) upon the actual conditions of The temperature grades are A standards. their use, however, and may (the highest), B, and C, depart significantly from the Quality grades can be found representing the tire's resistance norm due to variations in driving where applicable on the tire to the generation of heat and its habits, service practices and sidewall between tread shoulder ability to dissipate heat when differences in road and maximum section width. For tested under controlled characteristics and climate. example: conditions on a specified indoor Treadwear 200 Traction AA Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Temperature A The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate All Passenger Car Tires Must and reduce tire life, and Conform to Federal Safety and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet excessive temperature can lead Requirements In Addition To to sudden tire failure. The grade These Grades. pavement as measured under controlled conditions on C corresponds to a level of Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

302 Vehicle Care performance which all vehicle is significantly pulling to one Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel passenger car tires must meet side or the other. Some slight pull to nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor under the Federal Motor Safety the left or right, depending on the System (TPMS) sensors with new Standard No. 109. Grades B and crown of the road and/or other road GM original equipment parts. A represent higher levels of surface variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is { Warning performance on the laboratory vibrating when driving on a smooth test wheel than the minimum road, the tires and wheels may need Using the wrong replacement required by law. Warning: The to be rebalanced. See your dealer wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel temperature grade for this tire is for proper diagnosis. nuts can be dangerous. It could established for a tire that is affect the braking and handling of properly inflated and not Wheel Replacement the vehicle. Tires can lose air, overloaded. Excessive speed, Replace any wheel that is bent, and cause loss of control, causing underinflation, or excessive cracked, or badly rusted or a crash. Always use the correct loading, either separately or in corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel combination, can cause heat loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts for replacement. buildup and possible tire failure. wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels can be Wheel Alignment and Tire Caution Balance repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. The wrong wheel can also cause The tires and wheels were aligned Your dealer will know the kind of and balanced at the factory to problems with bearing life, brake wheel that is needed. provide the longest tire life and best cooling, speedometer or overall performance. Adjustments to Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp wheel alignment and tire balancing same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle are not necessary on a regular diameter, width, offset, and be ground clearance, and tire or tire basis. Consider an alignment check mounted the same way as the one it chain clearance to the body and if there is unusual tire wear or the replaces. chassis. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 303 Used Replacement Wheels Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued)

{ Warning cause loss of control and a crash. that are the proper size for the Use another type of traction tires. Install them on the tires of Replacing a wheel with a used device only if its manufacturer the front axle. Do not use chains one is dangerous. How it has recommends it for the vehicle's on the tires of the rear axle. been used or how far it has been tire size combination and road Tighten them as tightly as driven may be unknown. It could conditions. Follow that possible with the ends securely fail suddenly and cause a crash. manufacturer's instructions. To fastened. Drive slowly and follow When replacing wheels, use a avoid vehicle damage, drive slow the chain manufacturer's new GM original equipment and readjust or remove the instructions. If the chains contact wheel. traction device if it contacts the the vehicle, stop and retighten vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If them. If the contact continues, Tire Chains traction devices are used, install slow down until it stops. Driving them on the front tires. too fast or spinning the wheels { Warning with chains on will damage the vehicle. If the vehicle has a tire size other Caution than 255/65R18, do not use tire If a Tire Goes Flat chains. There is not enough If the vehicle is equipped with clearance. Tire chains used on a 255/65R18 size tires, use tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out vehicle without the proper amount chains only where legal and only while driving, especially if the tires of clearance can cause damage are maintained properly. See Tires when necessary. Use low profile 0 to the brakes, suspension, chains that add no more than 283. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. or other vehicle parts. The area 12 mm thickness to the tire tread damaged by the tire chains could But if there ever is a blowout, here and inner sidewall. Use chains are a few tips about what to expect (Continued) (Continued) and what to do: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

304 Vehicle Care If a front tire fails, the If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle Warning (Continued) and wheel damage by driving slowly toward that side. Take your foot off to a level place, well off the road, the accelerator pedal and grip the that has been driven on while if possible. Turn on the hazard steering wheel firmly. Steer to severely underinflated or flat. warning flashers. See Hazard maintain lane position, and then Have your dealer or an authorized Warning Flashers 0 151. gently brake to a stop, well off the tire service center repair or road, if possible. replace the flat tire as soon as { Warning possible. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and Changing a tire can be may require the same correction as dangerous. The vehicle can slip used in a skid. Stop pressing the { Warning off the jack and roll over or fall accelerator pedal and steer to causing injury or death. Find a straighten the vehicle. It may be Lifting a vehicle and getting under level place to change the tire. To very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake it to do maintenance or repairs is help prevent the vehicle from to a stop, well off the road, dangerous without the moving: if possible. appropriate safety equipment and 1. Set the parking brake firmly. training. If a jack is provided with { Warning the vehicle, it is designed only for 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a changing a flat tire. If it is used for manual transmission in Driving on a flat tire will cause anything else, you or others could 1 (First) or R (Reverse). permanent damage to the tire. be badly injured or killed if the Re-inflating a tire after it has been vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 3. Turn off the engine and do driven on while severely is provided with the vehicle, only not restart while the vehicle underinflated or flat may cause a use it for changing a flat tire. is raised. blowout and a serious crash. 4. Do not allow passengers to Never attempt to re-inflate a tire remain in the vehicle. (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 305 Tire Changing Warning (Continued) Removing the Spare Tire and 5. Place wheel blocks, Tools if equipped, on both sides of the tire at the opposite To access the spare tire and tools: corner of the tire being 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate changed. 0 22.

When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. 4. Turn the wing nut (3) counterclockwise to remove the jack (1) and wheel wrench (2). Place the tool container near the tire being changed. 5. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the tire being changed. 2. Lift the load floor. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) 3. Remove the cargo management system. See 2. Flat Tire 1. Do a safety check before Cargo Management System proceeding. See If a Tire Goes The following information explains 0 101. Flat 0 303. how to repair or change a tire. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

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Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can 2. Turn the wheel wrench 4. Position the jack lift head at the damage the vehicle and even counterclockwise to loosen all jack location nearest the make the vehicle fall. To help the wheel nuts, but do not flat tire. avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift remove them yet. The jacking location is 3. Place the jack near the flat tire. indicated by a half circle notch head into the proper location in the metal flange. The jack before raising the vehicle. Caution must not be used in any other position. Make sure that the jack lift head { Warning is in the correct position or you { Warning may damage your vehicle. The Lifting a vehicle and getting under repairs would not be covered by Getting under a vehicle when it is it to do maintenance or repairs is your warranty. lifted on a jack is dangerous. dangerous without the If the vehicle slips off the jack, appropriate safety equipment and you could be badly injured or training. If a jack is provided with (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire.

Caution 5. Turn the wheel wrench 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. clockwise to raise the jack lift 9. Remove the flat tire. Using a jack to raise the vehicle head until the slots in the jack without positioning it correctly head fit into the metal flange could damage your vehicle. When behind the cut out on the { Warning plastic molding. Do not raise raising your vehicle on a jack, be Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on sure to position it correctly under the vehicle yet. the parts to which it is the frame and avoid contact with 6. Put the compact spare tire the plastic molding. fastened, can make wheel near you. nuts become loose after time. 7. Turn the wrench clockwise in The wheel could come off and the jack to raise the vehicle. cause a crash. When Raise the vehicle far enough changing a wheel, remove any off the ground so that there is rust or dirt from places where enough room for the spare tire the wheel attaches to the to fit under the wheel well. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Warning (Continued) { Warning Warning (Continued) vehicle. In an emergency, a Never use oil or grease on bolts using accessory locking wheel cloth or a paper towel can be or nuts because the nuts might nuts. See Capacities and used; however, use a scraper come loose. The vehicle's wheel Specifications 0 342 for original or wire brush later to remove could fall off, causing a crash. equipment wheel nut torque all rust or dirt. specifications. 12. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against Caution the hub. 13. Lower the vehicle by turning Improperly tightened wheel nuts the jack handle can lead to brake pulsation and counterclockwise. rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the { Warning wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper Wheel nuts that are improperly or torque specification. See incorrectly tightened can cause Capacities and Specifications the wheels to become loose or 0 342 for the wheel nut torque come off. The wheel nuts should specification. 10. Remove any rust or dirt from be tightened with a torque wrench the wheel bolts, mounting to the proper torque specification surfaces, and spare wheel. after replacing. Follow the torque 11. Place the compact spare tire specification supplied by the on the wheel-mounting surface. aftermarket manufacturer when (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 309 Storing the Flat Tire Caution

Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged.

{ Warning

14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in Storing a jack, a tire, or other a crisscross sequence, as equipment in the passenger shown. compartment of the vehicle could 1. Liftgate Hinges cause injury. In a sudden stop or 15. Lower the jack all the way and 2. Cable remove the jack from under the collision, loose equipment could 3. Center of the Wheel strike someone. Store all these in vehicle. 4. Door Striker the proper place. 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly To store the flat tire: with the wheel wrench. When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full-size tire, tighten all six plastic caps hand snug with the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional one-quarter of a turn. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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1. Remove the cable package 5. Lower the liftgate enough to be 8. Make sure the metal tube is from under the spare tire, jack, able to hook the cable onto the centered at the striker. Push and tools. outside portion of the liftgate the tube toward the front of the 2. Remove the small cap by hinges. vehicle. tapping the back of the cap 6. Hook the other end of the cable 9. Close the liftgate and make with the extension of the shaft, onto the outside portion of the sure it is fully latched. if the vehicle has aluminum liftgate hinge on the other side The compact spare is for temporary wheels. of the vehicle. use only. Replace the compact 3. Put the flat tire in the rear 7. Pull on the cable to make sure spare tire with a full-size tire as storage area with the valve it is secure. soon as you can. stem facing the rear of the vehicle. Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools 4. Pull the cable through the door striker and the center of the To store the spare tire and tools: wheel. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 22. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 311 2. Lift the load floor. If this vehicle has a compact spare Performance of the All-Wheel 3. Remove the cargo tire, it was fully inflated when new; Drive (AWD) system will be management system. however, it can lose air over time. automatically reduced to protect the Check the inflation pressure system when using the compact 4. Put back the spare tire and all regularly. It should be 420 kPa spare. To restore the AWD and tools as they were stored in the (60 psi). prevent excessive wear on the rear storage compartment. Stop as soon as possible and check clutch in the AWD, replace the 5. Install the cargo management that the spare tire is correctly compact spare tire with a full-size system and load floor. inflated after being installed on the tire as soon as possible. The compact spare is for temporary vehicle. The compact spare tire is use only. Replace the compact designed for temporary use only. Caution The vehicle will perform differently spare tire with a full-size tire as When the compact spare is soon as you can. with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle installed, do not take the vehicle Compact Spare Tire speed be limited to 80 km/h (50 through an automatic car wash mph). To conserve the tread of the with guide rails. The compact spare tire, have the standard tire spare can get caught on the rails { Warning repaired or replaced as soon as which can damage the tire, wheel, convenient and return the spare tire and other parts of the vehicle. Driving with more than one to the storage area. compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and When using a compact spare tire, Do not use the compact spare on handling. This could lead to a the ABS and Traction Control other vehicles. systems may engage until the spare crash and you or others could be Do not mix the compact spare tire or tire is recognized by the vehicle, injured. Use only one compact wheel with other wheels or tires. especially on slippery roads. Adjust spare tire at a time. They will not fit. Keep the spare tire driving to reduce possible and its wheel together. wheel slip. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Caution Jump Starting Warning (Continued) Tire chains will not fit the compact Jump Starting - North HANDLING. For more information spare. Using them can damage America go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ the vehicle and the chains. Do not passenger-vehicle. use tire chains on the compact For more information about the spare. vehicle battery, see Battery - North America 0 266. See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 248 and the back If the battery has run down, try to cover. use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to { Warning do it safely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: { Warning . They contain acid that can WARNING: Battery posts, burn you. terminals, and related . They contain gas that can accessories contain lead and lead explode or ignite. compounds, chemicals known to . They contain enough the State of California to cause electricity to burn you. cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Batteries also If you do not follow these steps contain other chemicals known to exactly, some or all of these the State of California to cause things can hurt you. cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 313 3. Good Battery Negative (-) Caution Terminal Caution (Continued) 4. Good Battery Positive (+) Ignoring these steps could result damaged. Only use a vehicle that Terminal in costly damage to the vehicle has a 12-volt system with a that would not be covered by the The jump start positive (+) negative ground for jump starting. vehicle warranty. Trying to start Terminal (1) and the negative the vehicle by pushing or pulling it remote negative terminal (2) for the discharged battery are on the driver 2. Position the two vehicles so will not work, and it could damage that they are not touching. the vehicle. side of the vehicle. The jump start positive (+) 3. Set the parking brake firmly terminal (4) and negative (-) and put the shift lever in terminal (3) are on the battery of the P (Park) with an automatic vehicle providing the jump start. transmission, or Neutral with a manual transmission. See The positive jump start connection Shifting Into Park 0 188. for the discharged battery is under a cover. Remove the cover to expose the terminal. Caution 1. Check the other vehicle. If any accessories are left on or It must have a 12-volt battery plugged in during the jump with a negative ground system. starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not Caution be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, turn 1. Discharged Battery If the other vehicle does not have off or unplug all accessories on Positive (+) Terminal a 12-volt system with a negative either vehicle when jump starting. 2. Discharged Battery Remote ground, both vehicles can be Negative (-) Terminal (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

314 Vehicle Care 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all 10. Try to start the vehicle that had lights and accessories in both { Warning the dead battery. If it will not vehicles, except the hazard start after a few tries, it warning flashers if needed. Fans or other moving engine probably needs service. parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving { Warning Caution parts once the engine is running. An electric fan can start up even If the jumper cables are when the engine is not running 5. Connect one end of the red connected or removed in the and can injure you. Keep hands, positive (+) cable to the wrong order, electrical shorting clothing, and tools away from any positive (+) terminal on the may occur and damage the underhood electric fan. discharged battery. vehicle. The repairs would not be 6. Connect the other end of the covered by the vehicle warranty. red positive (+) cable to the Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, { Warning positive (+) terminal of the good battery. making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other Using a match near a battery can 7. Connect one end of the black metal. cause battery gas to explode. negative (–) cable to the People have been hurt doing this, negative (–) terminal of the and some have been blinded. good battery. Jumper Cable Removal Use a flashlight if you need more 8. Connect the other end of the Reverse the sequence exactly when light. black negative (–) cable to the removing the jumper cables. Battery fluid contains acid that remote negative (–) terminal for After starting the disabled vehicle can burn you. Do not get it on the discharged battery. and removing the jumper cables, you. If you accidentally get it in 9. Start the engine in the vehicle allow it to idle for several minutes. your eyes or on your skin, flush with the good battery and run the place with water and get the engine at idle speed for at medical help immediately. least four minutes. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 315 Towing the Vehicle GM recommends a flatbed tow truck Recreational Vehicle to transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to help reduce approach Towing Caution angles, if necessary. A towed Recreational vehicle towing means vehicle should have its drive wheels towing the vehicle behind another Incorrectly towing a disabled off the ground. Contact Roadside vehicle – such as behind a motor vehicle may cause damage. The Assistance or a professional towing home. The two most common types damage would not be covered by service if the disabled vehicle must of recreational vehicle towing are the vehicle warranty. Do not lash be towed. known as dinghy towing and dolly or hook to suspension towing. Dinghy towing is towing the components. Use the proper Front Attachment Points vehicle with all four wheels on the straps around the tires to secure ground. Dolly towing is towing the the vehicle. Do not drag a locked vehicle with two wheels on the wheel/tire. Use tire skates or ground and two wheels up on a dollies under any locked wheel/ device known as a dolly. tire while loading the vehicle. Do Before recreational vehicle towing, not use a sling type lift to tow the consider: vehicle. This could damage the vehicle. . Before towing the vehicle, become familiar with the local laws that apply to recreational vehicle towing. These laws may Caution vary by region. . The towing capacity of the If the vehicle cannot be shifted The vehicle is equipped with towing vehicle. Be sure to read into Neutral (N), do not use the specific attachment points to be the tow vehicle manufacturer's tow eye to tow the vehicle. used by the towing provider. These recommendations. Vehicle damage may occur. holes may be used to pull the vehicle from a flat road surface onto the flatbed tow truck. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

316 Vehicle Care . How far the vehicle will be Dinghy Towing 2. Remove the shift lever boot by towed. Some vehicles have pulling up on the rear of the For vehicles being dinghy towed, restrictions on how far and how trim plate. the vehicle should be run at the long they can be towed. beginning of each day and at each 3. Use a small screwdriver or tool . The proper towing equipment. RV fuel stop for about five minutes. to press and hold the manual See your dealer or trailering This will ensure proper lubrication of release button on the rear right. professional for additional advice transmission components. Reinstall 4. Put the vehicle in N (Neutral). and equipment the fuses to start the vehicle. recommendations. To tow the vehicle from the front Caution . Whether the vehicle is ready to with all four wheels on the ground: be towed. Just as preparing the 1. Position the vehicle that will be If the vehicle is towed without vehicle for a long trip, make sure towed and secure it to the performing each of the steps the vehicle is prepared to be towing vehicle. listed under “Dinghy Towing,” the towed. automatic transmission could be damaged. Be sure to follow all Caution steps of the dinghy towing procedure prior to and after Use of a shield mounted in front towing the vehicle. of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle Caution warranty. If using a shield, only use one that attaches to the If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded towing vehicle. while towing the vehicle, it could be damaged. Never exceed 105 km/h (65 mph) while towing the vehicle. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 317 Once the destination is reached: 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Caution (Continued) 1. Shift the vehicle to P (Park). 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's 2. Reinstall the shift lever boot by different tire sizes on the front of instructions for preparing the inserting the front edge and the vehicle can cause severe vehicle and dolly for towing. pressing the rear of the trim damage to the transmission. 6. Release the parking brake. plate until it snaps into place. 7. Turn off the vehicle. 3. Start the engine and let it idle Dolly Towing for more than three minutes Towing the Vehicle from before driving the vehicle. the Rear

Caution

Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission. Be sure that the transmission fluid is at the proper level before towing with all four wheels on the ground.

Caution To tow a vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground: Do not tow a vehicle with the front 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. drive wheels on the ground if one 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park). of the front tires is a compact See Shifting Into Park 0 188. spare tire. Towing with two 3. Set the parking brake. (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all manufacturer directions regarding Locks correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product. locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 338. Caution Washing the Vehicle Caution Avoid using high-pressure To preserve the vehicle's finish, washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) Towing the vehicle from the rear wash it often and out of direct to the surface of the vehicle. Use could damage it. Also, repairs sunlight. of power washers exceeding would not be covered by the 8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result vehicle warranty. Never have the Caution in damage or removal of paint vehicle towed from the rear. Do not use petroleum-based, and decals. acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Caution parts. If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle Do not power wash any warranty. Approved cleaning component under the hood that products can be obtained from has this e symbol. (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 319 have the damage assessed and Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as Caution calcium chloride and other salts, ice This could cause damage that melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Machine compounding or would not be covered by the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from aggressive polishing on a vehicle warranty. industrial chimneys, etc., can basecoat/clearcoat paint finish damage the vehicle's finish if they may damage it. Use only If using an automatic car wash, remain on painted surfaces. Wash non-abrasive waxes and polishes follow the car wash instructions. The the vehicle as soon as possible. that are made for a basecoat/ windshield wiper and rear window If necessary, use non-abrasive clearcoat paint finish on the wiper, if equipped, must be off. cleaners that are marked safe for vehicle. Remove any accessories that may painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. be damaged or interfere with the car To keep the paint finish looking new, wash equipment. Occasional hand waxing or mild keep the vehicle garaged or Rinse the vehicle well, before polishing should be done to remove covered whenever possible. washing and after, to remove all residue from the paint finish. See your dealer for approved cleaning Protecting Exterior Bright Metal cleaning agents completely. If they Moldings are allowed to dry on the surface, products. they could stain. Do not apply waxes or polishes to Caution Dry the finish with a soft, clean uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, chamois or an all-cotton towel to decals, simulated wood, or flat paint Failure to clean and protect the avoid surface scratches and water as damage can occur. bright metal moldings can result spotting. in a hazy white finish or pitting. Finish Care This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

320 Vehicle Care The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or vehicle are aluminum, chrome, Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and covers while the lamps are or stainless steel. To prevent Stripes illuminated, due to excessive damage always follow these heat generated cleaning instructions: Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap . Be sure the molding is cool to to clean exterior lamps, lenses, Caution the touch before applying any emblems, decals, and stripes. cleaning solution. Failure to clean lamps properly Follow instructions under "Washing can cause damage to the lamp the Vehicle" previously in this . Use only approved cleaning cover that would not be covered section. solutions for aluminum, chrome, by the vehicle warranty. or stainless steel. Some Lamp covers are made of plastic, cleaners are highly acidic or and some have a UV protective contain alkaline substances and coating. Do not clean or wipe them can damage the moldings. when dry. Caution . Always dilute a concentrated Do not use any of the following on cleaner according to the Using wax on low gloss black lamp covers: finish stripes can increase the manufacturer’s instructions. . Abrasive or caustic agents gloss level and create a . Do not use cleaners that are not non-uniform finish. Clean low intended for automotive use. . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentrations gloss stripes with soap and . Use a nonabrasive wax on the than suggested by the water only. vehicle after washing to protect manufacturer and extend the molding finish. . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes or other harsh cleaners Clear debris from the air intakes, . Ice scrapers or other hard items between the hood and windshield, when washing the vehicle. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 321 Windshield and Wiper Blades can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth. See Recommended Caution Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants 0 338. with glass cleaner. Chrome wheels and chrome Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Tires wheel trim may be damaged if the cloth or paper towel soaked with Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to vehicle is not washed after driving windshield washer fluid or a mild clean the tires. on roads that have been sprayed detergent. Wash the windshield with magnesium chloride or thoroughly when cleaning the Caution calcium chloride. These are used blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and on roads for conditions such as a buildup of vehicle wash/wax Using petroleum-based tire dust and ice. Always wash the treatments may cause wiper dressing products on the vehicle chrome with soap and water after streaking. may damage the paint finish and/ exposure. Replace the wiper blades if they are or tires. When applying a tire worn or damaged. Damage can be dressing, always wipe off any caused by extreme dusty overspray from all painted Caution conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, surfaces on the vehicle. snow, and ice. To avoid surface damage on Weatherstrips Wheels and Wheel Trim wheels and wheel trim, do not use strong soaps, chemicals, Apply weatherstrip lubricant on Use a soft, clean cloth with mild abrasive polishes, cleaners, weatherstrips to make them last soap and water to clean the wheels. or brushes. Use only GM longer, seal better, and not stick or After rinsing thoroughly with clean approved cleaners. Do not drive squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at water, dry with a soft, clean towel. the vehicle through an automatic least once a year. Hot, dry climates A wax may then be applied. car wash that uses silicon carbide may require more frequent application. Black marks from tire/wheel cleaning brushes. rubber material on painted surfaces (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

322 Vehicle Care Visually check constant velocity joint Sheet Metal Damage Caution (Continued) boots and axle seals for leaks. If the vehicle is damaged and Damage could occur and the Body Component Lubrication requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repairs would not be covered by Lubricate all key lock cylinders, the vehicle warranty. repair shop applies anti-corrosion hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the material to parts repaired or steel fuel door hinges, unless the replaced to restore corrosion Brake System components are plastic. Applying protection. silicone grease on weatherstrips Visually inspect brake lines and with a clean cloth will make them Original manufacturer replacement hoses for proper attachment, last longer, seal better, and not stick parts will provide the corrosion connections, binding, leaks, cracks, or squeak. protection while maintaining the chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake vehicle warranty. pads for wear and rotors for surface Underbody Maintenance condition. Inspect Finish Damage At least twice a year, spring and fall, linings/shoes for wear or cracks. use plain water to flush any Quickly repair minor chips and Inspect all other brake parts for corrosive materials from the scratches with touch-up materials cracks and leaks. underbody. Take care to thoroughly available from your dealer to avoid Steering, Suspension, and clean any areas where mud and corrosion. Larger areas of finish Chassis Components other debris can collect. damage can be corrected in your dealer's body and paint shop. Visually inspect steering, Do not directly power wash the suspension, and chassis transfer case and/or front/rear axle Chemical Paint Spotting output seals. High pressure water components for damaged, loose, Airborne pollutants can fall upon can overcome the seals and or missing parts or signs of wear at and attack painted vehicle surfaces contaminate the fluid. Contaminated least once a year. causing blotchy, ring-shaped fluid will decrease the life of the discolorations, and small, irregular Inspect power steering for proper transfer case and/or axles and dark spots etched into the paint electrical connections, binding, should be replaced. cracks, chafing, etc. surface. See “Finish Care” previously in this section. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 323 Interior Care To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric To prevent dirt particle abrasions, cleaners or techniques: regularly clean the vehicle's interior. dampened with water. Wipe droplets Immediately remove any soils. . Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth. Newspapers or dark garments can sharp object to remove soil from If necessary, use a commercial transfer color to the vehicle’s any interior surface. glass cleaner after cleaning with interior. . Never use a brush with stiff plain water. Use a soft bristle brush to remove bristles. Caution dust from knobs and crevices on the . Never rub any surface instrument cluster. Using a mild aggressively or with too much To prevent scratching, never use soap solution, immediately remove pressure. abrasive cleaners on automotive hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or . Do not use laundry detergents or glass. Abrasive cleaners or dishwashing soaps with permanent damage may result. aggressive cleaning may damage degreasers. For liquid cleaners, the rear window defogger. Use cleaners specifically designed use approximately 20 drops per for the surfaces being cleaned to 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. prevent permanent damage. Apply A concentrated soap solution will Cleaning the windshield with water all cleaners directly to the cleaning create streaks and attract dirt. during the first three to six months cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any Do not use solutions that contain of ownership will reduce tendency switches or controls. Remove strong or caustic soap. to fog. cleaners quickly. . Do not heavily saturate the Speaker Covers Before using cleaners, read and upholstery when cleaning. Vacuum around a speaker cover follow all safety instructions on the Do not use solvents or cleaners gently, so that the speaker will not label. While cleaning the interior, . containing solvents. be damaged. Clean spots with water open the doors and windows to get and mild soap. proper ventilation. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

324 Vehicle Care Coated Moldings 2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces gently wringing until water does Coated moldings should be cleaned. and Vehicle Information and not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays . When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3. Start on the outside edge of the sponge or soft, lint-free cloth Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss soil and gently rub toward the dampened with water. surfaces or vehicle displays. First, center. Fold the cleaning cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove . When heavily soiled, use warm to a clean area frequently to dirt that can scratch the surface. soapy water. prevent forcing the soil in to the Then gently clean by rubbing with a fabric. Fabric/Carpet/Suede microfiber cloth. Never use window 4. Continue gently rubbing the cleaners or solvents. Periodically Start by vacuuming the surface soiled area until there is no hand wash the microfiber cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a longer any color transfer from separately, using mild soap. Do not rotating vacuum brush attachment is the soil to the cleaning cloth. use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse being used, only use it on the floor thoroughly and air dry before 5. If the soil is not completely carpet. Before cleaning, gently next use. remove as much of the soil as removed, use a mild soap possible: solution followed only by plain water. Caution . Gently blot liquids with a paper towel. Continue blotting until no If the soil is not completely Do not attach a device with a more soil can be removed. removed, it may be necessary to suction cup to the display. This use a commercial upholstery may cause damage and would . For solid soils, remove as much cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small as possible prior to vacuuming. not be covered by the vehicle hidden area for colorfastness before warranty. To clean: using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. If ring 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free formation occurs, clean the entire colorfast cloth with water. fabric or carpet. Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint After cleaning, use a paper towel to transfer to the fabric or carpet. blot excess moisture. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Vehicle Care 325 Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Caution (Continued) Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of If equipped, wash with warm water Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not and mild detergent. Do not use Surfaces recommended. chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold Use a soft microfiber cloth water, and then dry completely. dampened with water to remove Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Seat Belts dust and loose dirt. For a more gloss, especially on the instrument Keep belts clean and dry. thorough cleaning, use a soft panel. Reflected glare can decrease microfiber cloth dampened with a visibility through the windshield mild soap solution. under certain conditions. { Warning

Caution Do not bleach or dye seat belt Caution webbing. It may severely weaken Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause the webbing. In a crash, they especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics might not be able to provide well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air adequate protection. Clean and may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with rinse seat belt webbing only with Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in mild soap and lukewarm water. surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and Allow the webbing to dry. them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. solvents can permanently change (Continued) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

326 Vehicle Care Floor Mats . Do not use a floor mat if the Some vehicles have floor mats with vehicle is not equipped with a a button-type retainer. floor mat retainer on the driver { Warning side floor. Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat If a floor mat is the wrong size or . Use the floor mat with the 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat is not properly installed, it can correct side up. Do not turn to unlock and remove. interfere with the pedals. it over. 2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining Interference with the pedals can . Do not place anything on top of cause unintended acceleration the driver side floor mat. up the floor mat opening over and/or increased stopping the carpet retainer and distance which can cause a crash . Use only a single floor mat on snapping into position. the driver side. and injury. Make sure the floor 3. Make sure the floor mat is mat does not interfere with the . Do not place one floor mat on properly secured. Verify the pedals. top of another. floor mat does not interfere Button Retainer with the pedals. Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal. Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Service and Maintenance 327 General Information for routine maintenance such as oil Service and changes and tire rotations and Maintenance Your vehicle is an important additional maintenance items like investment. This section describes tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper the required maintenance for the blades. General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information ...... 327 protect against major repair Caution expenses resulting from neglect or Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may Damage caused by improper Maintenance Schedule ...... 329 also help to maintain the value of maintenance can lead to costly the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Special Application Services repairs and may not be covered responsibility of the owner to have by the vehicle warranty. Special Application all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 334 Maintenance intervals, checks, Your dealer has trained technicians inspections, recommended fluids, Additional Maintenance who can perform required and lubricants are important to and Care maintenance using genuine keep the vehicle in good working Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have condition. and Care ...... 335 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Do not have chemical flushes that Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and are not approved by GM Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy performed on the vehicle. The Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online use of flushes, solvents, cleaners, Lubricants ...... 338 scheduling to assist with service or lubricants that are not Maintenance Replacement needs. approved by GM could damage Parts ...... 339 the vehicle, requiring expensive Your dealer recognizes the repairs that are not covered by Maintenance Records importance of providing Maintenance Records ...... 340 competitively priced maintenance the vehicle warranty. and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

328 Service and Maintenance The Tire Rotation and Required The Additional Required Services - Services are the responsibility of the Severe are for vehicles that are: Warning (Continued) vehicle owner. It is recommended to . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic have a trained technician do the have your dealer perform these in hot weather. services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. work. See Doing Your Own 0 Proper vehicle maintenance helps to . Mainly driven in hilly or Service Work 249. keep the vehicle in good working mountainous terrain. condition, improves fuel economy, . Frequently towing a trailer. and reduces vehicle emissions. . Used for high speed or Because of the way people use competitive driving. vehicles, maintenance needs vary. There may need to be more . Used for taxi, police, or delivery frequent checks and services. The service. Additional Required Services - Refer to the information in the Normal are for vehicles that: Maintenance Schedule Additional . Carry passengers and cargo Required Services - Severe chart. within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information { Warning label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause . Are driven on reasonable road serious injury. Perform surfaces within legal driving maintenance work only if the limits. required information, proper tools, . Use the recommended fuel. See and equipment are available. Recommended Fuel 0 230. If they are not, see your dealer to Refer to the information in the (Continued) Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal chart. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Service and Maintenance 329 Maintenance filter must be changed at least once and efficient operation of the air a year and the oil life system must conditioning system. This service Schedule be reset. Your trained dealer can be complex. See your dealer. technician can perform this work. Owner Checks and Services If the engine oil life system is reset Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ At Each Fuel Stop accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the 7,500 mi . Check the engine oil level. See last service. Reset the oil life Engine Oil 0 253. Rotate the tires, if recommended for system when the oil is changed. the vehicle, and perform the 0 Once a Month See Engine Oil Life System 255. following services. See Tire 0 . Check the tire inflation Engine Air Filter Change Rotation 297. pressures. See Tire Pressure . Check engine oil level and oil 0 When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL 290. CHANGE message displays, the life percentage. If needed, . Inspect the tires for wear. See engine air filter should be replaced change engine oil and filter, and 0 reset oil life system. See Engine Tire Inspection 296. at the next engine oil change. When 0 the REPLACE ENGINE AIR FILTER Oil 253 and . Check the windshield washer Engine Oil Life System 0 255. fluid level. See Washer Fluid SOON message displays, the 0 263. engine air filter should be replaced . If equipped with the engine air at the earliest convenience. Reset filter life system, check the air Engine Oil Change the engine air filter life system after filter life percentage. the engine air filter is replaced. See If necessary, replace the engine When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Engine Air Filter Life System 0 257. air filter and reset the engine air SOON message displays, have the filter life system. See Engine Air engine oil and filter changed within Air Conditioning Desiccant Filter Life System 0 257. If the the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven (Replace Every Seven Years) vehicle is not equipped with the under the best conditions, the engine air filter life system, engine oil life system may not The air conditioning system requires inspect the engine air cleaner indicate the need for vehicle service maintenance every seven years. filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/ for up to a year. The engine oil and This service requires replacement of the desiccant to help the longevity Filter 0 257. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

330 Service and Maintenance . Check engine coolant level. See universal joint looseness, . Check parking brake and Cooling System 0 258. cracked or missing boots, loose automatic transmission park . Check windshield washer fluid or missing boot clamps, center mechanism. See Park Brake and level. See Washer Fluid 0 263. bearing excessive looseness, P (Park) Mechanism Check loose or missing fasteners, and 0 267. . Check tire inflation pressures. axle seal leaks. See Tire Pressure 0 290. . Check accelerator pedal for . Check restraint system damage, high effort, or binding. . Inspect tire wear. See Tire components. See Safety System Replace if needed. Inspection 0 296. 0 Check 63. . Visually inspect gas strut for . Visually check for fluid leaks. . Visually inspect fuel system for signs of wear, cracks, or other . Inspect brake system. See damage or leaks. damage. Check the hold open Exterior Care 0 318. . Visually inspect exhaust system ability of the strut. If the hold open ability is low, service the . Visually inspect steering, and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts. gas strut. See Gas Strut(s) suspension, and chassis 0 269. components for damage, . Lubricate body components. See including cracks or tears in the 0 . Inspect sunroof track and seal, Exterior Care 318. 0 rubber boots, loose or missing if equipped. See Sunroof 37. . Check starter switch. See Starter parts, or signs of wear at least 0 once a year. See Exterior Care Switch Check 267. 0 318. . Check automatic transmission . Inspect power steering for shift lock control function. See proper electrical connections, Automatic Transmission Shift binding, cracks, chafing, etc. Lock Control Function Check 0 267. . Visually inspect halfshafts and drive shafts for excessive wear, lubricant leaks, and/or damage including: tube dents or cracks, constant velocity joint or Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Check @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system, replace engine air cleaner @ @ @ filter. (3) Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires @ and/or boots. Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (4) @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7) Replace windshield wiper blades. (8) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas @ @ struts. (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant. (10) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

332 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance contaminate the transfer case fluid. Schedule Additional Required Contaminated fluid will decrease the Services - Normal life of the transfer case and/or axles (1) Or every two years, whichever and should be replaced. comes first. More frequent (5) Or every five years, whichever passenger compartment air filter comes first. See Cooling System replacement may be needed if 0 258. driving in areas with heavy traffic, (6) Or every 10 years, whichever poor air quality, high dust levels, comes first. Inspect for fraying, or environmental allergens. excessive cracking, or damage; Passenger compartment air filter replace, if needed. replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window (7) Replace brake fluid every five fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer years. See Brake Fluid 0 265. can help determine when to replace (8) Or every 12 months, whichever the filter. comes first. See Wiper Blade (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines Replacement 0 268. and hoses for proper hook-up, (9) Or every 10 years, whichever routing, and condition. comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 269. (3) Or every four years, whichever (10) Replace air conditioning comes first. If driving in dusty desiccant every seven years. conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 257. (4) Do not directly power wash the transfer case and/or front/rear axle output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Check @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life system, replace engine air cleaner @ @ @ filter. (3) Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires @ and/or boots. Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (4) @ @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7) Replace windshield wiper blades. (8) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas @ @ struts. (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant. (10) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

334 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance contaminate the transfer case fluid. Special Application Schedule Additional Required Contaminated fluid will decrease the Services - Severe life of the transfer case and/or axles Services and should be replaced. (1) Or every two years, whichever . Severe Commercial Use comes first. More frequent (5) Or every five years, whichever Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis passenger compartment air filter comes first. See Cooling System components every oil change. replacement may be needed if 0 258. . Have underbody flushing service driving in areas with heavy traffic, (6) Or every 10 years, whichever performed. See "Underbody poor air quality, high dust levels, comes first. Inspect for fraying, Maintenance" in Exterior Care or environmental allergens. excessive cracking, or damage; 0 318. Passenger compartment air filter replace, if needed. replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window (7) Replace brake fluid every five fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer years. See Brake Fluid 0 265. can help determine when to replace (8) Or every 12 months, whichever the filter. comes first. See Wiper Blade (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines Replacement 0 268. and hoses for proper hook-up, (9) Or every 10 years, whichever routing, and condition. comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 269. (3) Or every four years, whichever (10) Replace air conditioning comes first. If driving in dusty desiccant every seven years. conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 257. (4) Do not directly power wash the transfer case and/or front/rear axle output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Service and Maintenance 335 Additional . To avoid break-down or failure to . Trained dealer technicians have start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Your vehicle is an important . Trained dealer technicians have engineered for the vehicle. investment and caring for it properly the diagnostic equipment to test may help to avoid future costly the battery and ensure that the Fluids repairs. To maintain vehicle connections and cables are Proper fluid levels and approved performance, additional corrosion-free. fluids protect the vehicle s systems maintenance services may be ’ Belts and components. See required. . Belts may need replacing if they Recommended Fluids and It is recommended that your dealer 0 squeak or show signs of Lubricants 338 for GM approved perform these services their — cracking or splitting. fluids. trained dealer technicians know . Engine oil and windshield your vehicle best. Your dealer can . Trained dealer technicians have washer fluid levels should be also perform a thorough access to tools and equipment checked at every fuel fill. assessment with a multi-point to inspect the belts and inspection to recommend when your recommend adjustment or . Instrument cluster lights may vehicle may need attention. replacement when necessary. come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be The following list is intended to Brakes filled. explain the services and conditions Brakes stop the vehicle and are to look for that may indicate crucial to safe driving. Hoses services are required. . Signs of brake wear may include Hoses transport fluids and should Battery chirping, grinding, or squealing be regularly inspected to ensure that there are no cracks or leaks. The 12-volt battery supplies power noises, or difficulty stopping. With a multi-point inspection, your to start the engine and operate any dealer can inspect the hoses and additional electrical accessories. advise if replacement is needed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

336 Service and Maintenance Lamps of leaking, blown seals, Vehicle Care Properly working headlamps, or damage, and can advise To help keep the vehicle looking like taillamps, and brake lamps are when service is needed. new, vehicle care products are important to see and be seen on Tires available from your dealer. For the road. information on how to clean and Tires need to be properly inflated, protect the vehicle’s interior and . Signs that the headlamps need rotated, and balanced. Maintaining 0 attention include dimming, failure exterior, see Interior Care 323 and the tires can save money and fuel, Exterior Care 0 318. to light, cracking, or damage. and can reduce the risk of tire The brake lamps need to be failure. Wheel Alignment checked periodically to ensure that they light when braking. . Signs that the tires need to be Wheel alignment is critical for replaced include three or more ensuring that the tires deliver . With a multi-point inspection, visible treadwear indicators; cord optimal wear and performance. your dealer can check the lamps or fabric showing through the and note any concerns. . Signs that the alignment may rubber; cracks or cuts in the need to be adjusted include Shocks and Struts tread or sidewall; or a bulge or pulling, improper vehicle split in the tire. Shocks and struts help aid in control handling, or unusual tire wear. for a smoother ride. . Trained dealer technicians can . Your dealer has the required inspect and recommend the right . Signs of wear may include equipment to ensure proper tires. Your dealer can also wheel alignment. steering wheel vibration, bounce/ provide tire/wheel balancing sway while braking, longer services to ensure smooth Windshield stopping distance, or uneven vehicle operation at all speeds. tire wear. For safety, appearance, and the Your dealer sells and services best viewing, keep the windshield . As part of the multi-point name brand tires. clean and clear. inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect . Signs of damage include the shocks and struts for signs scratches, cracks, and chips. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Service and Maintenance 337 . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed. Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. . Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. . Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

338 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 258. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 253. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in Canada 19353127). Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinges Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or equivalent. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Service and Maintenance 339 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23321606 A3212C Engine Oil Filter 12690385 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Spark Plugs 12622561 41-109 Wiper Blades Front Driver – 60.0 cm (23.6 in) 84580856 — Front Passenger – 50.0 cm (19.7 in) 84580859 — Rear – 25.0 cm (9.8 in) 84166522 — Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

340 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Technical Data 341 Vehicle Identification parts. See “Engine Specifications” Technical Data under Capacities and Specifications 0 Vehicle Identification 342 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Service Parts Number (VIN) ...... 341 Identification Service Parts Identification . . . 341 There may be a large barcode on Vehicle Data the certification label on the center Capacities and pillar that you can scan for the Specifications ...... 342 following information: Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 344 . Vehicle Identification This legal identifier is in the front Number (VIN) corner of the instrument panel, on . Model designation the driver side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from . Paint information outside. The Vehicle Identification . Production options Number (VIN) also appears on the If there is not a large barcode on Vehicle Certification and Service this label, then you will find this Parts labels and certificates of title same information on a label under and registration. the hatch area on the Engine Identification passenger side. The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

342 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 338 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System* 3.6L V6 Engine Without the V92 towing package 14.6 L 15.4 qt 3.6L V6 Engine With the V92 towing package 14.7 L 15.5 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt Fuel Tank Front-Wheel Drive 73.4 L 19.4 gal All-Wheel Drive 82.1 L 21.7 gal Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. *Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Technical Data 343 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine (LFY) W Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.030– 0.035 in) Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

344 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing

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Customer Information 345 Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 355 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 356 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 345 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ...... 356 Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 347 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 348 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 348 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 357 Cybersecurity ...... 357 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 349 can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance Event Data Recorders ...... 357 OnStar ...... 358 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 349 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Infotainment System ...... 358 Appointments ...... 351 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership Program ...... 351 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 352 can be quickly resolved at that level. Publication Ordering If the matter has already been Information ...... 354 reviewed with the sales, service, Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner Statement ...... 355 of your dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

346 Customer Information resolved by your dealership without STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Chevrolet Customer Assistance dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Center at 1-800-222-1020. In sure you are completely satisfied the following address: Canada, call General Motors of with your new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program Canada Customer Care Centre at if you continue to remain unsatisfied BBB National Programs, Inc. 1-800-263-3777 (English), after following the procedure 3033 Wilson Boulevard or 1-800-263-7854 (French). outlined in Steps One and Two, you Suite 600 We encourage you to call the can file with the Better Business Arlington, VA 22201 toll-free number in order to give your Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 inquiry prompt attention. Have the http://www.bbb.org/council/ following information available to The BBB Auto Line Program is an programs-services/ give the Customer Assistance out-of-court program administered dispute-handling-and-resolution/ representative: by BBB National Programs, Inc. to bbb-auto-line settle automotive disputes regarding . Vehicle Identification This program is available in all Number (VIN). This is available vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited 50 states and the District of from the vehicle registration or Columbia. Eligibility is limited by title, or the plate at the top left of Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal vehicle age, mileage, and other the instrument panel and visible factors. General Motors reserves through the windshield. dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the the right to change eligibility . Dealership name and location. program is free of charge and your limitations and/or discontinue its . Vehicle delivery date and case will generally be heard within participation in this program. present mileage. 40 days. If you do not agree with the STEP THREE — Canadian decision given in your case, you Owners : In the event that you do When contacting Chevrolet, may reject it and proceed with any remember that your concern will not feel your concerns have been other venue for relief available addressed after following the likely be resolved at a dealer's to you. facility. That is why we suggest procedure outlined in Steps One following Step One first. and Two, General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Customer Information 347 Company wants you to be aware of The Mediation/Arbitration Program United States and Puerto Rico its participation in a no-charge c/o Customer Care Centre Chevrolet Motor Division Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Company Center Company has committed to binding Mail Code: CA1-163-005 P.O. Box 33170 arbitration of owner disputes 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Detroit, MI 48232-5170 involving factory-related vehicle Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.Chevrolet.com service claims. The program Your inquiry should be accompanied 1-800-222-1020 provides for the review of the facts by the Vehicle Identification 1-800-833-2438 (For Text involved by an impartial third party Number (VIN). arbiter, and may include an informal Telephone Devices (TTYs)) hearing before the arbiter. The Roadside Assistance: program is designed so that the Customer Assistance 1-800-243-8872 entire dispute settlement process, Offices From U.S. Virgin Islands: from the time you file your complaint Chevrolet encourages customers to 1-800-496-9994 to the final decision, should be call the toll-free number for completed in about 70 days. We assistance. However, if a customer Canada believe our impartial program offers wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, General Motors of Canada advantages over courts in most the letter should be addressed to: jurisdictions because it is informal, Company quick, and free of charge. Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 For further information concerning 1908 Colonel Sam Drive eligibility in the Canadian Motor Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), www.gm.ca call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call the General Motors Customer Care 1-800-263-3777 (English) Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-7854 (French), 1-800-263-3830 (For Text or write to: Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

348 Customer Information Telephone devices (TTYs)) Online Owner Center J : View active recalls by Vehicle Roadside Assistance: Identification Number (VIN). See 1-800-268-6800 Online Owner Experience Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 0 Overseas 341. The Chevrolet online owner H : Compare and shop for Please contact the local General experience allows access to videos, Motors Business Unit. Chevrolet and OnStar plans and articles, and vehicle health specific services. View GM Card and to your Chevrolet as well as your Customer Assistance for SiriusXM information (if equipped). OnStar Account information all in F Text Telephone (TTY) one place. : Chat with online help representatives. Users Membership Benefits See my.chevrolet.com to register To assist customers who are deaf, E : Download owner’s manuals your vehicle. hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and view vehicle-specific how-to and who use Text Telephones videos. Chevrolet Owner Centre (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY (Canada) mychevrolet.ca G : View maintenance schedules, equipment available at its Customer alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre at Assistance Center. Any TTY user in Information. Schedule service mychevrolet.ca (English) or the U.S. can communicate with appointments. my.chevrolet.ca (French) to access Chevrolet by dialing: similar benefits to the U.S. site. 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in I : View and print dealer-recorded Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. service records and self-recorded service records. D : Select a preferred dealer and view locations, maps, phone numbers, and hours. r : Track your vehicle’s warranty information. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Customer Information 349 GM Mobility Roadside Assistance Coverage Reimbursement Program Program Services are provided for the duration of the vehicle s powertrain For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call ’ warranty. 1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438.) In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In Canada, a For Canadian-purchased vehicles, person driving the vehicle without call 1-800-268-6800. permission from the owner is not Service is available 24 hours a day, covered. 365 days a year. This program is available to Roadside Assistance is not a part of qualified applicants for cost Calling for Assistance the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reimbursement, up to certain limits, General Motors North America and of eligible aftermarket adaptive When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet reserve the right to make equipment required for the vehicle, have the following information any changes or discontinue the such as hand controls or a ready: Roadside Assistance program at wheelchair/scooter lift for the . Your name, home address, and any time without notification. vehicle. home telephone number General Motors North America and To learn about the GM Mobility . Telephone number of your Chevrolet reserve the right to limit program, see www.gmmobility.com location services or payment to an owner or or call the GM Mobility Assistance driver if they decide the claims are . Location of the vehicle Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text made too often, or the same type of Telephone (TTY) users, call . Model, year, color, and license claim is made many times. 1-800-833-9935. plate number of the vehicle Services Provided General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and . Emergency Fuel Delivery: or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE delivery date of the vehicle Delivery of enough fuel for the (800-463-7483) for details. TTY vehicle to get to the nearest . Description of the problem users call 1-800-263-3830. service station. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

350 Customer Information . Lock-Out Service: Service to event, incidental expenses may Services Specific to unlock the vehicle if you are be reimbursed within the Canadian-Purchased Vehicles locked out. A remote unlock may Powertrain warranty period. be available if you have OnStar. Items considered are reasonable . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement For security reasons, the driver and customary hotel, meals, is up to 7 liters. If available, must present identification rental car, or a vehicle being diesel fuel delivery may be before this service is given. delivered back to the customer, restricted. Propane and other up to 500 miles. fuels are not provided through . Emergency Tow from a Public this service. Road or Highway: Tow to the Services Not Included in . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle nearest Chevrolet dealer for Roadside Assistance warranty service, or if the vehicle registration is required. was in a crash and cannot be . Impound towing caused by . Trip Interruption Benefits and driven. Assistance is not given violation of any laws Assistance: Must be over when the vehicle is stuck in the . Legal fines 150 km from where your trip was sand, mud, or snow. started to qualify. . Mounting, dismounting, . Flat Tire Change: Service to Pre-authorization, original or changing of snow tires, detailed receipts, and a copy of change a flat tire with the spare chains, or other traction devices tire. The spare tire, if equipped, the repair orders are required. must be in good condition and Service is not provided if a vehicle Once authorization has been properly inflated. It is the owner's is in an area that is not accessible received, the Roadside responsibility for the repair or to the service vehicle or is not a Assistance advisor will help to replacement of the tire if it is not regularly traveled or maintained make arrangements and explain covered by the warranty. public road, which includes ice and how to receive payment. winter roads. Off-road use is not . Alternative Service: If . Battery Jump Start: Service to covered. jump start a dead battery. assistance cannot be provided right away, the Roadside . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance advisor may give Assistance: If your trip is permission to get local interrupted due to a warranty emergency road service. You will Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Customer Information 351 receive payment, up to $100, If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle after sending the original receipt the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage to Roadside Assistance. urged to do so as early in the work information. Mechanical failures may be day as possible to allow for covered, however any cost for same-day repair. Transportation Options parts and labor for repairs not Warranty service can generally be covered by the warranty are the Courtesy Transportation completed while you wait. However, owner responsibility. Program if you are unable to do so, your dealer may offer the following Scheduling Service To enhance your ownership transportation options: experience, we and our participating Appointments dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Shuttle Service When the vehicle requires warranty Transportation, a customer support This includes one-way or round-trip service, contact your dealer and program for vehicles with the shuttle service within reasonable request an appointment. By Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty time and distance parameters of scheduling a service appointment Coverage period in Canada), your dealer's area. and advising the service consultant extended powertrain, and/or of your transportation needs, your hybrid-specific warranties in both Public Transportation or Fuel dealer can help minimize your the U.S. and Canada. Reimbursement inconvenience. Several Courtesy Transportation If overnight warranty repairs are If the vehicle cannot be scheduled options are available to assist in needed, and public transportation is into the service department reducing inconvenience when used, the expense must be immediately, keep driving it until it warranty repairs are required. supported by original receipts and within the maximum amount allowed can be scheduled for service, Courtesy Transportation is not a unless, of course, the problem is by GM. If U.S. customers arrange part of the New Vehicle Limited their own transportation, limited safety related. If it is, please call Warranty. A separate manual your dealership, let them know this, reimbursement for reasonable fuel entitled “Limited Warranty and and ask for instructions. expenses may be available. Claim Owner Assistance Information” amounts should reflect actual costs Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

352 Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. All program options, such as shuttle parts made with the same materials Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at and construction methods as the parts with which the vehicle was For an overnight warranty repair, the every dealer. Contact your dealer originally built. Genuine GM dealer may provide an available for specific availability. Collision parts are the best choice to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed reimbursement of a rental vehicle. unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety Reimbursement is limited and must or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine be supported by original receipts as Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM well as a signed and completed resolve all questions of claim New Vehicle Limited Warranty. rental agreement and meet state/ eligibility pursuant to the terms and provincial, local, and rental vehicle conditions described herein at its Recycled original equipment parts provider requirements. sole discretion. may also be used for repair. These Requirements vary and may include parts are typically removed from minimum age requirements, Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in insurance coverage, credit card, etc. prior crashes. In most cases, the Additional fees such as fuel, rental If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from vehicle insurance, taxes, levies, collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle. usage fees, excessive mileage, damage repaired by a qualified A recycled original equipment GM or rental usage beyond the technician using the proper part may be an acceptable choice to completion of the repair are also equipment and quality replacement maintain the vehicle's originally your responsibility. parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of It may not be possible to provide a value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts like vehicle as a courtesy rental. be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Customer Information 353 Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs. vehicle with comprehensive and not have been tested for the vehicle. collision insurance coverage. There As a result, these parts may fit If a Crash Occurs are significant differences in the poorly, exhibit premature durability/ quality of coverage afforded by If there has been an injury, call corrosion problems, and may not various insurance policy terms. emergency services for help. Do not perform properly in subsequent Many insurance policies provide leave the scene of a crash until all collisions. Aftermarket parts are not reduced protection to the GM matters have been taken care of. covered by the GM New Vehicle vehicle by limiting compensation for Move the vehicle only if its position Limited Warranty, and any vehicle damage repairs through the use of puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not aftermarket collision parts. Some instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. insurance companies will not officer. Repair Facility specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you recommend that you ensure that the in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that vehicle will be repaired with GM For emergency towing see meets your needs before you ever original equipment collision parts. need collision repairs. Your dealer Roadside Assistance Program If such insurance coverage is not 0 349. may have a collision repair center available from your current with GM-trained technicians and insurance carrier, consider switching Gather the following information: state-of-the-art equipment, or be to another insurance carrier. able to recommend a collision repair . Driver name, address, and center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing telephone number technicians and comparable company may require you to have . Driver license number equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment . Owner name, address, and Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle license plate number Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

354 Customer Information . Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Publication Ordering model year recycled parts will not be covered by Information . Vehicle Identification the GM vehicle warranty. Number (VIN) Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals . Insurance company and policy but you must live with the repair. Service manuals have the diagnosis number Depending on your policy limits, and repair information on the your insurance company may engine, transmission, axle, . General description of the initially value the repair using suspension, brakes, electrical damage to the other vehicle aftermarket parts. Discuss this with system, steering system, body, etc. Choose a reputable repair facility the repair professional, and insist on that uses quality replacement parts. Genuine GM parts. Remember, Customer Literature if the vehicle is leased, you may be See “Collision Parts” earlier in this Owner’s manuals are written section. obligated to have the vehicle specifically for owners and are repaired with Genuine GM parts, If the airbag has inflated, see What intended to provide basic even if your insurance coverage operational information about the Will You See after an Airbag does not pay the full cost. Inflates? 0 70. vehicle. The owner’s manual If another party's insurance includes the Maintenance Schedule Managing the Vehicle Damage company is paying for the repairs, for all models. Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a Customer literature publications repair valuation based on that In the event that the vehicle requires available for purchase include insurance company's collision policy damage repairs, GM recommends owner’s manuals, warranty repair limits, as you have no that you take an active role in its manuals, infotainment manuals, and contractual limits with that company. repair. If you have a pre-determined portfolios. Portfolios include an In such cases, you can have control repair facility of choice, take the owner’s manual, warranty manual, of the repair and parts choices as vehicle there, or have it towed there. infotainment manual, if applicable, long as the cost stays within Specify to the facility that any and zip lock bag or pouch. reasonable limits. required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Customer Information 355 Current and Past Models Innovation, Science and Economic Reporting Safety Development (ISED) Canada's Service manuals and customer RSP-100 / ICES-GEN. Defects literature are available for many current and past model year GM Operation is subject to the following vehicles. two conditions: Reporting Safety Defects To order, call 1-800-551-4123 1. The device may not cause to the United States Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. harmful interference. Government eastern time 2. The device must accept any If you believe that your vehicle For credit card orders only (VISA, interference received, including has a defect which could cause MasterCard, or Discover), see interference that may cause a crash or could cause injury or Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. undesired operation of the death, you should immediately device. To order by mail, write to: inform the National Highway Changes or modifications to any of Helm, Incorporated Traffic Safety Administration these systems by other than an Attention: Customer Service (NHTSA) in addition to notifying authorized service facility could void 47911 Halyard Drive General Motors. authorization to use this equipment. Plymouth, MI 48170 If NHTSA receives similar Make checks payable in U.S. funds. complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that Radio Frequency a safety defect exists in a group Statement of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that However, NHTSA cannot complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the become involved in individual Federal Communications problems between you, your Commission (FCC) rules and with dealer, or General Motors. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

356 Customer Information To contact NHTSA, you may call www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) General Motors of Canada the Vehicle Safety Hotline or write to: Company toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: 1-800-424-9153); go to http:// Transport Canada CA1-163-005 www.safercar.gov; or write to: Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Defect Investigations and Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Administrator, NHTSA Recalls Division In Mexico, call 01-800-466-0811 or 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. 80 Noel Street 01-800-508-0000. Washington, D.C. 20590 Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 In other Central America and You can also obtain other Caribbean Countries, call information about motor vehicle Reporting Safety Defects 52-722-236-0680. safety from http:// to General Motors www.safercar.gov. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like Reporting Safety Defects this, notify General Motors. to the Canadian In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1020, Government or write: If you live in Canada, and you Chevrolet Motor Division believe that the vehicle has a Chevrolet Customer Assistance safety defect, notify Transport Center Canada immediately, and notify P.O. Box 33170 General Motors of Canada Detroit, MI 48232-5170 Company. Call Transport In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 Canada at 1-800-333-0510; (English) or 1-800-263-7854 go to: (French), or write: www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Customer Information 357 Vehicle Data Cybersecurity your vehicle to any unknown or untrusted networks (such as Recording and GM collects information about the Bluetooth, WIFI or similar use of your vehicle including technology). In the event you Privacy operational and safety related suspect any security incident The vehicle has a number of information. We collect this impacting your data or the safe computers that record information information to provide, evaluate, operation of your vehicle, please about the vehicle’s performance and improve, and troubleshoot our stop operating your vehicle and how it is driven or used. For products and services and to contact your dealer. example, the vehicle uses computer develop new products and services. modules to monitor and control The protection of vehicle electronics Event Data Recorders engine and transmission systems and customer data from performance, to monitor the unauthorized outside electronic This vehicle is equipped with an conditions for airbag deployment access or control is important to (EDR). The and deploy them in a crash, and, GM. GM maintains appropriate main purpose of an EDR is to if equipped, to provide antilock security standards, practices, record, in certain crash or near braking to help the driver control the guidelines and controls aimed at crash-like situations, such as an air vehicle. These modules may store defending the vehicle and the bag deployment or hitting a road data to help the dealer technician vehicle service ecosystem against obstacle, data that will assist in service the vehicle or to help GM unauthorized electronic access, understanding how a vehicle’s improve safety or features. Some detecting possible malicious activity systems performed. The EDR is modules may also store data about in related networks, and responding designed to record data related to how the vehicle is operated, such as to suspected cybersecurity incidents vehicle dynamics and safety rate of fuel consumption or average in a timely, coordinated and effective systems for a short period of time, speed. These modules may retain manner. Security incidents could typically 30 seconds or less. The personal preferences, such as radio impact your safety or compromise EDR in this vehicle is designed to presets, seat positions, and your private data. To minimize record such data as: temperature settings. security risks, please do not connect . How various systems in your your vehicle electronic systems to vehicle were operating; unauthorized devices or connect Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

358 Customer Information . Whether or not the driver and To read data recorded by an EDR, OnStar passenger safety belts were special equipment is required, and buckled/fastened; access to the vehicle or the EDR is If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service . How far (if at all) the driver was needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as plan, additional data may be depressing the accelerator and/ collected and transmitted through or brake pedal; and, law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the the OnStar system. This includes . How fast the vehicle was information if they have access to information about the vehicle’s traveling. the vehicle or the EDR. operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or its features, including infotainment; better understanding of the share it with others except: with the and the location and approximate circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the the OnStar Terms and Conditions Note consent of the lessee; in response and Privacy Statement on the EDR data are recorded by your to an official request by police or OnStar website. vehicle only if a non-trivial crash similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through See OnStar Additional Information situation occurs; no data are 0 361. recorded by the EDR under normal the discovery process; or, as required by law. Data that GM driving conditions and no personal Infotainment System data (e.g., name, gender, age, and collects or receives may also be crash location) are recorded. used for GM research needs or may If the vehicle is equipped with a However, other parties, such as law be made available to others for navigation system as part of the enforcement, could combine the research purposes, where a need is infotainment system, use of the EDR data with the type of shown and the data is not tied to a system may result in the storage of personally identifying data routinely specific vehicle or vehicle owner. destinations, addresses, telephone acquired during a crash numbers, and other trip information. investigation. See the infotainment manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

OnStar 359 OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and OnStar Software Terms for more details including system limitations at OnStar Overview www..com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ...... 359 The OnStar system status light is OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the Emergency ...... 360 status light is: Security ...... 361 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Additional Information . Flashing Green: On a call. OnStar Additional Q Blue OnStar Button Information ...... 361 > Red Emergency Button . Red: Indicates a problem. This vehicle may be equipped with a . Off: System is off. Press Q comprehensive, in-vehicle system twice to speak with an OnStar that can connect to an OnStar Advisor. Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR Diagnostics Services. OnStar (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an services may require a paid service Advisor. plan and data plan. OnStar requires Functionality of the Voice Command the vehicle battery and electrical button may vary by vehicle and system, cellular service, and GPS region. satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts as a link to Press = to: existing emergency service providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

360 OnStar . Open the OnStar app on the Press > to get a priority connection OnStar Services infotainment display. See the to an OnStar Advisor available 24/ infotainment manual for 7 to: information on how to use the Emergency OnStar app. . Get help for an emergency. Emergency Services require an Or . Be a Good Samaritan or active safety and security plan. With respond to an AMBER Alert. Automatic Crash Response, built-in . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn sensors can automatically alert a Navigation voice commands. . Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis situations specially trained OnStar Advisor . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi and find evacuation routes. who is immediately connected in to hotspot name or SSID and the vehicle to help. password, if equipped. Press > for a priority connection to Press Q to connect to an an OnStar Advisor who can contact Advisor to: emergency service providers, direct them to your exact location, and . Verify account information or relay important information. update contact information. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially Get driving directions. . trained Advisors are available . Receive a Diagnostic check of 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to the vehicle's key operating provide a central point of contact, systems. assistance, and information during a . Receive Roadside Assistance. crisis. . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, With Roadside Assistance, Advisors if equipped. can locate a nearby service provider to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

OnStar 361 Security OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners If equipped, OnStar provides these Information services: Press Q and follow the prompts to In- Messages . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update pinpoint the vehicle and help information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar or connected service options. authorities quickly recover it. . Prior to vehicle purchase. . With Remote Ignition Block, Press Q to set up an account. How OnStar Service Works if equipped, OnStar can block Automatic Crash Response, the engine from being restarted. . After change in ownership and at 90 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote if equipped, OnStar can work Transferring Service Services, and Roadside Assistance with law enforcement to Q are available on most vehicles. Not gradually slow the vehicle down. Press to request account transfer all OnStar services are available eligibility information. The Advisor everywhere or on all vehicles. For Theft Alarm Notification can cancel or change account more information, a full description If equipped, if the doors are locked information. of OnStar services, system and the vehicle alarm sounds, a Selling/Transferring the limitations, and OnStar User Terms, notification by text, e-mail, or phone Vehicle Privacy Statement, and Software call will be sent. If the vehicle is Terms: stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) immediately to . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR with authorities to recover the (1-888-466-7827). vehicle. terminate your OnStar or connected services if the vehicle is disposed . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). of, sold, transferred, or if the . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). lease ends. . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

362 OnStar . Press Q to speak with an to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Advisor. phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar jamming — may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStar or connected services cannot work unless the vehicle is in See Radio Frequency Statement If equipped, TTY mode can be 0 a place where OnStar has an 355. turned on or off by touching agreement with a wireless service Settings, then Apps, and then Services for People with Phone. When TTY mode is on, provider for service in that area. The Disabilities wireless service provider must also phone calls can be made or have coverage, network capacity, Advisors provide services to help received with OnStar using the reception, and technology with physical disabilities and infotainment display. compatible with OnStar or medical conditions. OnStar Personal Identification connected services. Service Q Number (PIN) involving location information about Press to help: the vehicle cannot work unless GPS . Locate a gas station with an A PIN is needed to access some signals are available, unobstructed, attendant to pump gas. OnStar services. The PIN will need and compatible with the OnStar to be changed the first time when . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., hardware. OnStar or connected speaking with an Advisor. To that meets accessibility needs. services may not work if the OnStar change the OnStar PIN, contact an equipment is not properly installed . Provide directions to the closest OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or or it has not been properly hospital or pharmacy in urgent calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. maintained. If equipment or software situations. is added, connected, or modified, Warranty TTY Users OnStar or connected services may OnStar equipment may be not work. Other problems beyond OnStar has the ability to warranted as part of the vehicle the control of OnStar — such as communicate to deaf, warranty. hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired electrical system design and customers while in the vehicle. The architecture of the vehicle, damage available dealer-installed TTY system can provide in-vehicle Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

OnStar 363 Languages call OnStar. However, OnStar may come on. Press Q to try the could have difficulty identifying The vehicle can be programmed to call again or try again after driving a the exact location. respond in multiple languages. few miles into another cellular area. Press Q and ask for an Advisor. . In emergency situations, OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues Advisors are available in English, can use the last stored GPS Spanish, and French. Available location to send to emergency OnStar services require a vehicle languages may vary by country. responders. electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be A temporary loss of GPS can cause available and operating for features Potential Issues loss of the ability to send a to function properly. These systems OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The may not operate if the battery is Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or discharged or disconnected. Assistance after the vehicle has may ask for a call back after the been off continuously for 10 days vehicle is driven into an open area. Add-on Electrical Equipment without an ignition cycle. If the vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the 10 days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for vehicle. Do not add any electrical Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to equipment. See Add-On Electrical to help gain access to the vehicle. the vehicle. Do not place items over Equipment 0 246. Added electrical or near the antenna to prevent equipment may interfere with the Global Positioning blocking cellular and GPS signal operation of the OnStar system and System (GPS) reception. cause it to not operate. . Obstruction of the GPS can Unable to Connect to OnStar occur in a large city with tall Vehicle Software Updates buildings; in parking garages; Message OnStar or GM may remotely deliver around airports; in tunnels and If there is limited cellular coverage software updates or changes to the underpasses; or in an area with or the cellular network has reached vehicle without further notice or very dense trees. If GPS signals maximum capacity, this message consent. These updates or changes are not available, the OnStar may enhance or maintain safety, system should still operate to Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

364 OnStar security, or the operation of the Privacy libcurl: vehicle or the vehicle systems. The complete OnStar Privacy COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION Software updates or changes may Statement may be found at NOTICE affect or erase data or settings that www.onstar.com (U.S.), are stored in the vehicle, such as Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We saved navigation destinations or Stenberg, . recommend that you review it. If you pre-set radio stations. Neither have any questions, call All rights reserved. OnStar nor GM is responsible for 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) any affected or erased data or Permission to use, copy, modify, settings. These updates or changes or press Q to speak with an and distribute this software for any may also collect personal Advisor. Users of wireless purpose with or without fee is information. Such collection is communications are cautioned that hereby granted, provided that the described in the OnStar privacy the privacy of any information sent above copyright notice and this statement or separately disclosed at via wireless cellular communications permission notice appear in all the time of installation. These cannot be assured. Third parties copies. updates or changes may also cause may unlawfully intercept or access THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED a system to automatically transmissions and private “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF communicate with GM servers to communications without consent. ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR collect information about vehicle OnStar - Software IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT system status, identify whether Acknowledgements LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES updates or changes are available, OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS or deliver updates or changes. An Certain OnStar components include FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE active OnStar agreement constitutes libcurl and unzip software and other AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF consent to these software updates third party software. Below are the THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO or changes and agreement that notices and licenses associated with EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR either OnStar or GM may remotely libcurl and unzip and for other third COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE deliver them to the vehicle. party software please see http:// LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, opensource.lge.com/index DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, www.onstar.com/us/en/ WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

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Connected Services 367 Connected Connected Services OnStar app on the infotainment display. For other vehicles press = Services Navigation as follows. Navigation requires a specific Cancel Route Connected Services OnStar or connected service plan. 1. Press =. System responds: Navigation ...... 367 Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections ...... 368 Diagnostics ...... 369 directions or have them sent to the 2. Say “Cancel route.” System vehicle’s navigation screen, responds: “Do you want to if equipped. cancel directions?” Turn-by-Turn Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, request completed, thank 1. Press Q to connect to an you, goodbye.” Advisor. Route Preview 2. Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle. 1. Press =. System responds: 3. Follow the voice-guided “OnStar ready,” then a tone. commands. 2. Say “Route preview.” System responds with the next three Using Voice Commands maneuvers. During a Planned Route Repeat Functionality of the Voice Command button, if equipped, may vary by 1. Press =. System responds: vehicle and region. For some “OnStar ready,” then a tone. vehicles, press = to open the Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

368 Connected Services 2. Say “Repeat.” System See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) responds with the last direction www.onstar.ca (Canada). The vehicle may have a built-in given, then responds with Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections to the Internet and web content at Get My Destination The following services help with 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile staying connected. devices can be connected. A data 1. Press =. System responds: plan is required. Use the in-vehicle “OnStar ready,” then a tone. For coverage maps, see controls only when it is safe to www.onstar.com (U.S.) or do so. 2. Say “Get my destination.” www.onstar.ca (Canada). System responds with the 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot address and distance to the Ensuring Security information, press = to open destination, then responds with . Change the default passwords the OnStar app on the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. for the Wi-Fi hotspot and infotainment display, then Send Destination to Vehicle myChevrolet mobile application. select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some Make these passwords different vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Directions can be sent to the from each other and use a Settings on the screen. vehicle’s navigation screen, combination of letters and 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display if equipped. numbers to increase the the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), security. Press Q, then ask the Advisor to password, and on some download directions to the vehicle’s . Change the default name of the vehicles, the connection type navigation system, if equipped. After SSID (Service Set Identifier). (no Internet connection, 3G, the call ends, the navigation screen This is your network’s name that 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality will provide prompts to begin driving is visible to other wireless (poor, good, excellent). directions. Routes that are sent to devices. Choose a unique name 3. To change the SSID or the navigation screen can only be and avoid family names or canceled through the navigation vehicle descriptions. password, press Q or call system. 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor. On some Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Connected Services 369 vehicles, the SSID and . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil factory-installed remote start, and password can be changed in life, or tire pressure, power locks are required. Data rates the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. if factory-equipped with the Tire apply. See www.onstar.com for Pressure Monitor System. details and system limitations. After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Wi-Fi hotspot will connect . Send destinations to the vehicle. Remote Services automatically to your mobile . Locate the vehicle on a map Contact an OnStar Advisor to devices. Manage data usage by (U.S. market only). turning Wi-Fi on or off on your unlock the doors or sound the horn mobile device, using the . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot and flash the lamps. myChevrolet mobile app, or by on/off, manage settings, and Marketplace contacting an OnStar Advisor. On monitor data consumption, some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be if equipped. OnStar Advisors can provide offers from restaurants and retailers on managed from the Wi-Fi . Locate a dealer and schedule your route, help locate hotels, Hotspot menu. service. or book a room. These services MyChevrolet Mobile App (If . Request roadside assistance. vary by market. Available) . Set a parking reminder with pin Download the myChevrolet mobile drop, take a photo, make a note, Diagnostics app to compatible Apple and and set a timer. By monitoring and reporting on the Android smartphones. Chevrolet vehicle's key systems, OnStar users can access the following . Connect with Chevrolet on social media. Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, services from a smartphone: provides a way to keep up on . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, Features are subject to change. For maintenance. Capabilities vary by if factory-equipped. myChevrolet mobile app information model. See www.onstar.com for and compatibility, see details and system limitations. . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped my.chevrolet.com. with automatic locks. Features are subject to change. For An active OnStar or connected updates on feature capabilities, see . Activate the horn and lamps. service plan may be required. my.chevrolet.com. Message and A compatible device, data rates may apply. Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

370 Index Index A Airbag System (cont'd) Accessories and When Should an Airbag Modifications ...... 249 Inflate? ...... 68 Accessory Power ...... 187 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 67 Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 205 Airbags Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 246 Adding Equipment to the Additional Information Vehicle ...... 76 OnStar ...... 361 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 123 Additional Maintenance Readiness Light ...... 123 and Care ...... 335 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Adjustments Vehicles ...... 75 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 43 System Check ...... 65 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 257 Alarm Air Conditioning ...... 157, 161 Vehicle Security ...... 29 Air Filter Alert Life System ...... 257 Lane Change ...... 225 Air Filter, Passenger Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 225 Compartment ...... 164 All-Season Tires ...... 284 Air Vents ...... 163 All-Wheel Drive ...... 194, 267 Airbag System Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 195 Check ...... 77 Warning Light ...... 128 How Does an Airbag Appearance Care Restrain? ...... 69 Exterior ...... 318 Passenger Sensing System . . . .71 Interior ...... 323 What Makes an Airbag Assistance Program, Inflate? ...... 69 Roadside ...... 349 What Will You See after an Assistance Systems for Airbag Inflates? ...... 70 Driving ...... 219 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Index 371 Assistance Systems for Brakes (cont'd) California Parking and Backing ...... 215 Antilock ...... 195 Perchlorate Materials Auto Stop Assist ...... 197 Requirements ...... 249 Stop/Start System ...... 185 Fluid ...... 265 California Automatic Braking ...... 168 Proposition Dimming Mirrors ...... 32 Automatic 65 Warning ...... 248,266, 312, Door Locks ...... 20 Emergency (AEB) ...... 221 Back Cover Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . . 221 Braking System Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Headlamp System ...... 150 Front Pedestrian (FPB) ...... 223 Capacities and Transmission ...... 191 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 182 Specifications ...... 342 Transmission Fluid ...... 256 Bulb Replacement Carbon Monoxide Automatic Transmission Headlamp Aiming ...... 271 Engine Exhaust ...... 190 Manual Mode ...... 193 Headlamps ...... 271 Liftgate ...... 22 Shift Lock Control Function Headlamps, Front Turn Winter Driving ...... 176 Check ...... 267 Signal, and Sidemarker . . . . . 271 Cargo High Intensity Discharge B Management System ...... 101 (HID) Lighting ...... 271 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2 Battery License Plate Lamps ...... 272 Center Console Storage ...... 101 Exterior Lighting Battery Buying New Tires ...... 298 Chains, Tire ...... 303 Saver ...... 155 Charging Load Management ...... 154 C Wireless ...... 111 Power Protection ...... 155 Calibration ...... 109 Charging System Light ...... 124 Battery - North America . . . .266, 312 Check Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 268 Engine Light (Malfunction Brake Indicator) ...... 125 Parking, Electric ...... 196 Child Restraints System Warning Light ...... 127 Infants and Young Children . . . . .79 Brakes ...... 264 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

372 Index Child Restraints (cont'd) Control D Lower Anchors and Tethers Traction and Electronic Damage Repair, Collision ...... 352 for Children ...... 84 Stability ...... 198 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 2 Older Children ...... 77 Control of a Vehicle ...... 168 Data Collection Securing ...... 94, 96 Convex Mirrors ...... 31 Infotainment System ...... 358 Systems ...... 81 Coolant OnStar ...... 358 Circuit Breakers ...... 274 Engine Temperature Gauge . . 122 Data Recorders, Event ...... 357 Cleaning Cooling ...... 157, 161 Daytime Running Exterior Care ...... 318 Cooling System ...... 258 Lamps (DRL) ...... 149 Interior Care ...... 323 Courtesy Lamps ...... 152 Defensive Driving ...... 167 Climate Control Systems Courtesy Transportation Delayed Locking ...... 20 Dual Automatic ...... 157 Program ...... 351 Diagnostics Rear ...... 161 Cruise Control ...... 203 Connected Services ...... 369 Clock ...... 110 Light ...... 133 Distracted Driving ...... 166 Cluster, Instrument ...... 115, 118 Cruise Control, Adaptive ...... 205 Dome Lamps ...... 152 Collision Damage Repair ...... 352 Customer Assistance ...... 348 Door Compact Spare Tire ...... 311 Offices ...... 347 Ajar Light ...... 133 Compartments Text Telephone (TTY) Delayed Locking ...... 20 Storage ...... 100 Users ...... 348 Locks ...... 17 Compass ...... 109 Customer Information Power Locks ...... 20 Connected Services Publications Ordering Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 344 Connections ...... 368 Information ...... 354 Drive Systems Diagnostics ...... 369 Customer Satisfaction All-Wheel Drive ...... 194, 267 Navigation ...... 367 Procedure ...... 345 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 213 Connections Cybersecurity ...... 357 Driver Information Connected Services ...... 368 Center (DIC) ...... 134 Driver Mode Control ...... 200 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Index 373 Driving Electrical System (cont'd) Event Data Recorders ...... 357 Assistance Systems ...... 219 Instrument Panel Fuse Exit Lighting ...... 154 Better Fuel Economy ...... 166 Block ...... 278 Extended Parking ...... 189 Characteristics and Overload ...... 273 Extender, Seat Belt ...... 63 Towing Tips ...... 233 Rear Compartment Fuse Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 147 Defensive ...... 167 Block ...... 280 Exterior Lighting Battery Drunk ...... 167 Emergency Saver ...... 155 OnStar ...... 360 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 175 F If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 177 Engine Filter, Loss of Control ...... 169 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 257 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 257 Off-Road ...... 170 Check Light (Malfunction Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 Off-Road Recovery ...... 169 Indicator) ...... 125 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 151 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 178 Compartment Overview ...... 252 Flat Tire ...... 303 Wet Roads ...... 174 Coolant Temperature Changing ...... 305 Winter ...... 176 Gauge ...... 122 Floor Mats ...... 326 Dual Automatic Climate Cooling System ...... 258 Fluid Control System ...... 157 Drive Belt Routing ...... 344 Automatic Transmission ...... 256 Exhaust ...... 190 E Brakes ...... 265 Heater ...... 186 Electric Parking Brake ...... 196 Washer ...... 263 Oil Life System ...... 255 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 127 Fog Lamps ...... 151 Oil Pressure Light ...... 131 Electrical Equipment, Folding Mirrors ...... 31 Overheating ...... 262 Add-On ...... 246 Forward Collision Alert Power Messages ...... 137 Electrical System (FCA) System ...... 219 Running While Parked ...... 190 Engine Compartment Fuse Frequency Statement Starting ...... 184 Block ...... 274 Radio ...... 355 Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . 257 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 274 Front Fog Lamp Entry Lighting ...... 154 Light ...... 132 Equipment, Towing ...... 241 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

374 Index Front Pedestrian Braking G Headlamps (cont'd) (FPB) System ...... 223 Garage Door Opener ...... 143 Bulb Replacement ...... 271 Front Seats Programming ...... 143 Daytime Running Adjustment ...... 42 Gas Strut(s) ...... 269 Lamps (DRL) ...... 149 Heated and Ventilated ...... 48 Gauges Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 Fuel Engine Coolant High Intensity Discharge Additives ...... 230 Temperature ...... 122 (HID) Lighting ...... 271 Economy, Driving for Better . . . 166 Fuel ...... 121 High-Beam On Light ...... 132 Filling a Portable Fuel Odometer ...... 120 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 149 Container ...... 232 Speedometer ...... 120 Lamps On Reminder ...... 133 Filling the Tank ...... 231 Tachometer ...... 120 Heated Foreign Countries ...... 230 Trip Odometer ...... 120 Rear Seats ...... 52 Gauge ...... 121 Warning Lights and Steering Wheel ...... 106 Low Fuel Warning Indicators ...... 114 Heated and Ventilated Front Light ...... 131, 132 General Information Seats ...... 48 Prohibited Fuels ...... 230 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 327 Heated Mirrors ...... 32 Recommended ...... 230 Towing ...... 233 Heater Top Tier ...... 229 Vehicle Care ...... 248 Engine ...... 186 Fuses Glove Box ...... 100 Heating ...... 157, 161 Engine Compartment Fuse GM Mobility Reimbursement High Voltage Devices and Block ...... 274 Program ...... 349 Wiring ...... 273 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 274 High-Beam On Light ...... 132 H Instrument Panel Fuse High-Speed Operation ...... 291 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 151 Block ...... 278 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 175 Head Restraints ...... 40 Rear Compartment Fuse Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 197 Headlamps Block ...... 280 Hood ...... 250 Aiming ...... 271 Horn ...... 107 Automatic ...... 150 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Index 375 How to Wear Seat Belts K LED Lighting ...... 271 Properly ...... 57 Keyless Entry Liftgate ...... 22 HVAC ...... 157, 161 Remote (RKE) System ...... 8 Lighting I Keys ...... 7 Entry ...... 154 Exit ...... 154 Ignition Positions ...... 182 L Illumination Control ...... 152 Immobilizer ...... 30 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 284 LED ...... 271 Indicator Lamps Lights Pedestrian Ahead ...... 129 Courtesy ...... 152 Airbag Readiness ...... 123 Vehicle Ahead ...... 129 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 149 Antilock Brake System Infants and Young Children, Dome ...... 152 (ABS) Warning ...... 128 Restraints ...... 79 Exterior Controls ...... 147 Brake System Warning ...... 127 Information Exterior Lighting Battery Charging System ...... 124 Publication Ordering ...... 354 Saver ...... 155 Check Engine (Malfunction Infotainment ...... 156 License Plate ...... 272 Indicator) ...... 125 Infotainment System ...... 358 Malfunction Indicator Cruise Control ...... 133 Instrument Cluster ...... 115, 118 (Check Engine) ...... 125 Door Ajar ...... 133 Instrument Panel On Reminder ...... 133 Electric Parking Brake ...... 127 Storage Area ...... 100 Reading ...... 153 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 131 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 5 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 225 Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 32 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 227 Front Fog Lamp ...... 132 Introduction ...... 2 Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 128 High-Beam On ...... 132 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 59 J High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 149 LATCH System Jump Starting - North Lane Keep Assist ...... 128 Replacing Parts after a America ...... 312 Low Fuel Warning ...... 131, 132 Crash ...... 94 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 122 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Security ...... 132 Tethers for Children ...... 84 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

376 Index Lights (cont'd) Maintenance and Care Monitor System, Tire Service Electric Parking Additional ...... 335 Pressure ...... 291 Brake ...... 127 Maintenance Schedule ...... 329 N StabiliTrak OFF ...... 129 Recommended Fluids and Navigation Tire Pressure ...... 130 Lubricants ...... 338 Connected Services ...... 367 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 128 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 125 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 182 Traction Control System Manual Mode ...... 193 (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 130 Memory Seats ...... 45 O Traction Off ...... 129 Messages Odometer ...... 120 Locks Engine Power ...... 137 Trip ...... 120 Automatic Door ...... 20 Vehicle ...... 137 Off-Road ...... 170 Delayed Locking ...... 20 Vehicle Speed ...... 138 Driving ...... 170 Door ...... 17 Mirror Recovery ...... 169 Lockout Protection ...... 20 Rear Camera ...... 33 Oil Power Door ...... 20 Mirrors Engine ...... 253 Safety ...... 21 Automatic Dimming ...... 32 Engine Oil Life System ...... 255 Loss of Control ...... 169 Automatic Dimming Pressure Light ...... 131 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . .131, 132 Rearview ...... 32 Older Children, Restraints ...... 77 Lower Anchors and Tethers Convex ...... 31 Online Owner Center ...... 348 for Children (LATCH Folding ...... 31 OnStar ...... 358 System) ...... 84 Heated ...... 32 OnStar Additional Lumbar Adjustment ...... 43 Manual Rearview ...... 32 Information ...... 361 Front Seats ...... 43 Power ...... 31 OnStar Emergency ...... 360 OnStar Overview ...... 359 M Tilt in Reverse ...... 32 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 32 OnStar Security ...... 361 Maintenance Mode ...... 200 Operation Records ...... 340 Driver Control ...... 200 Fog Lamps ...... 151 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Index 377 Outlets Power Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 215 Power ...... 110 Door Locks ...... 20 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 108 Overheating, Engine ...... 262 Mirrors ...... 31 Rearview Mirrors ...... 32 Overview Outlets ...... 110 Automatic Dimming ...... 32 Instrument Panel ...... 5 Protection, Battery ...... 155 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 43 P Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 187 Recommended Seat Adjustment ...... 42 Fuel ...... 230 Park Windows ...... 35 Recommended Fluids and Shifting Out of ...... 189 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 62 Lubricants ...... 338 Park Assist ...... 215 Privacy Records Parking Vehicle Data Recording ...... 357 Maintenance ...... 340 Brake and P (Park) Program Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 315 Mechanism Check ...... 267 Courtesy Transportation ...... 351 Reimbursement Program, Extended ...... 189 Prohibited Fuels ...... 230 GM Mobility ...... 349 Over Things That Burn ...... 189 Proposition Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Parking or Backing 65 Warning, System ...... 8 Assistance Systems ...... 215 California ...... 248,266, 312, Remote Vehicle Start ...... 16 Passenger Airbag Status Back Cover Replacement Parts Indicator ...... 123 Publication Ordering Airbags ...... 77 Passenger Compartment Air Information ...... 354 Maintenance ...... 339 Filter ...... 164 Replacing Airbag System ...... 77 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 71 R Replacing LATCH System Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 129 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 355 Parts after a Crash ...... 94 Perchlorate Materials Reading Lamps ...... 153 Replacing Seat Belt System Requirements, California ...... 249 Rear Camera Mirror ...... 33 Parts after a Crash ...... 64 Personalization Rear Climate Control System . . . 161 Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle ...... 138 Rear Seats ...... 49 Canadian Government ...... 356 Heated ...... 52 General Motors ...... 356 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

378 Index Reporting Safety Defects (cont'd) Seat Belts (cont'd) Service (cont'd) U.S. Government ...... 355 Care ...... 63 Accessories and Restraints Extender ...... 63 Modifications ...... 249 Where to Put ...... 83 How to Wear Seat Belts Doing Your Own Work ...... 249 Retained Accessory Properly ...... 57 Maintenance Records ...... 340 Power (RAP) ...... 187 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 59 Maintenance, General Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 32 Reminders ...... 122 Information ...... 327 Roads Replacing after a Crash ...... 64 Parts Identification ...... 341 Driving, Wet ...... 174 Use During Pregnancy ...... 62 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 351 Roadside Assistance Seats Service Electric Parking Program ...... 349 Adjustment, Front ...... 42 Brake Light ...... 127 Roof Head Restraints ...... 40 Services Sunroof ...... 37 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . .48 Special Application ...... 334 Roof Rack System ...... 103 Heated, Rear ...... 52 Servicing the Airbag ...... 75 Rotation, Tires ...... 297 Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 43 Shift Lock Control Function Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 344 Memory ...... 45 Check, Automatic Running the Vehicle While Power Adjustment, Front ...... 42 Transmission ...... 267 Parked ...... 190 Rear ...... 49 Shifting S Reclining Seatbacks ...... 43 Into Park ...... 188 Third Row Seat ...... 53 Out of Park ...... 189 Safety Defects Reporting Securing Child Restraints . . . . 94, 96 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 225 Canadian Government ...... 356 Security Signals, Turn and General Motors ...... 356 Light ...... 132 Lane-Change ...... 151 U.S. Government ...... 355 OnStar ...... 361 Spare Tire Safety Locks ...... 21 Vehicle ...... 29 Compact ...... 311 Safety System Check ...... 63 Vehicle Alarm ...... 29 Special Application Services . . . . 334 Scheduling Appointments ...... 351 Service ...... 164 Specifications and Seat Belts ...... 55 Capacities ...... 342 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

Index 379 Speedometer ...... 120 System (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) StabiliTrak Forward Collision Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 291 OFF Light ...... 129 Alert (FCA) ...... 219 Rotation ...... 297 Start Assist, Hill ...... 197 Infotainment ...... 156, 358 Sidewall Labeling ...... 284 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 16 Roof Rack ...... 103 Terminology and Definitions . . 287 Starter Switch Check ...... 267 Systems Uniform Tire Quality Starting the Engine ...... 184 Driver Assistance ...... 213 Grading ...... 300 Steering ...... 168 T Wheel Alignment and Tire Heated Wheel ...... 106 Balance ...... 302 Tachometer ...... 120 Wheel Adjustment ...... 106 Wheel Replacement ...... 302 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 348 Wheel Controls ...... 106 When It Is Time for New Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 30 Stop/Start System ...... 185 Tires ...... 298 Immobilizer ...... 30 Storage Areas Winter ...... 284 Third-Row Seats ...... 53 Cargo Management Top Tier Fuel ...... 229 Time ...... 110 System ...... 101 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 194 Tires ...... 283 Center Console ...... 101 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 128 All-Season ...... 284 Glove Box ...... 100 Towing Buying New Tires ...... 298 Instrument Panel ...... 100 Driving Characteristics ...... 233 Chains ...... 303 Roof Rack System ...... 103 Equipment ...... 241 Changing ...... 305 Storage Compartments ...... 100 General Information ...... 233 Compact Spare ...... 311 Struts Recreational Vehicle ...... 315 Designations ...... 286 Gas ...... 269 Trailer ...... 237 Different Size ...... 300 Stuck Vehicle ...... 177 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 244 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 303 Sun Visors ...... 37 Vehicle ...... 315 Inspection ...... 296 Sunroof ...... 37 Traction Pressure ...... 290, 291 Symbols ...... 3 Control System Pressure Light ...... 130 System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light ...... 130 Pressure Monitor Operation . . 292 Engine Air Filter Life ...... 257 Off Light ...... 129 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13527526) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19

380 Index Traction Control/Electronic Vehicle (cont'd) When It Is Time for New Stability Control ...... 198 Personalization ...... 138 Tires ...... 298 Trailer Remote Start ...... 16 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 83 Sway Control (TSC) ...... 244 Security ...... 29 Windows ...... 34 Towing ...... 237 Speed Messages ...... 138 Power ...... 35 Transmission Towing ...... 315 Windshield Automatic ...... 191 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 129 Replacement ...... 269 Fluid, Automatic ...... 256 Vehicle Care Wiper/Washer ...... 107 Transportation Program, Tire Pressure ...... 290 Winter Courtesy ...... 351 Vehicle Data Recording and Driving ...... 176 Trip Odometer ...... 120 Privacy ...... 357 Winter Tires ...... 284 Turn and Lane-Change Ventilation, Air ...... 163 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 268 Signals ...... 151 Visors ...... 37 Wipers Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 273 U Rear Washer ...... 108 Wireless Charging ...... 111 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 300 W Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 273 Universal Remote System ...... 143 Warning Operation ...... 146 Brake System Light ...... 127 Programming ...... 143 Caution and Danger ...... 2 Using This Manual ...... 2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...... 114 V Warnings Vehicle Hazard Flashers ...... 151 Alarm System ...... 29 Washer Fluid ...... 263 Canadian Owners ...... 2 Wheels Control ...... 168 Alignment and Tire Balance . . 302 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 341 Different Size ...... 300 Load Limits ...... 178 Replacement ...... 302 Messages ...... 137 20_CHEV_Traverse_COV_en_US_84337754B_2019SEP11.ai 1 8/22/2019 2:55:38 PM

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