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Instruments and Controls drive, however, you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly. on page 9‑28 for more information. This message clears itself after 10 seconds. 5-37 THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the content theft-deterrent system has detected a break-in attempt while you were away from your vehicle. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13 for more information. SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service. See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑28 for more information. Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your dealer inspect the system for problems. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑15 and Airbag System on page 3‑23 for more information. Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning) SYSTEM This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. TRACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly. See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑28 for more information. This message clears itself after 10 seconds. Anti-theft Alarm System Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the theft-deterrent system. The vehicle may or may not restart so you may want to take the vehicle to your dealer before turning off the engine. See Immobilizer Operation on page 2‑14 for more information. SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays when a problem is detected with the power steering system. When this message is displayed, you may notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle increases or feels TRACTION CONTROL ON This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned on. See StabiliTrak® System

Section	Page
2012 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	3
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	10
Door Locks	11
Liftgate	11
Windows	12
Seat Adjustment	12
Memory Features	14
Second Row Seats	15
Third Row Seats	15
Heated and Ventilated Seats	16
Head Restraint Adjustment	16
Safety Belts	16
Passenger Sensing System	17
Mirror Adjustment	17
Steering Wheel Adjustment	18
Interior Lighting	19
Exterior Lighting	20
Windshield Wiper/Washer	20
Climate Controls	21
Transmission	22
Vehicle Features	23
Radio(s)	23
Satellite Radio	24
Portable Audio Devices	24
Bluetooth®	24
Steering Wheel Controls	25
Cruise Control	25
Navigation System	26
Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons)	26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	27
Storage Compartments	27
Power Outlets	27
Sunroof	28
Performance and Maintenance	28
StabiliTrak® System	28
Tire Pressure Monitor	28
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	29
Engine Oil Life System	29
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	30
Roadside Assistance Program	30
OnStar®	31
Keys, Doors, and Windows	33
Keys and Locks	34
Keys	34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	35
Remote Vehicle Start	37
Door Locks	39
Power Door Locks	40
Delayed Locking	40
Automatic Door Locks	40
Lockout Protection	41
Safety Locks	41
Doors	42
Liftgate	42
Vehicle Security	45
Anti-theft Alarm System	45
Immobilizer	46
Immobilizer Operation	46
Exterior Mirrors	48
Convex Mirrors	48
Power Mirrors	48
Folding Mirrors	49
Heated Mirrors	50
Blind Spot Mirrors	50
Park Tilt Mirrors	51
Interior Mirrors	51
Manual Rearview Mirror	51
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	51
Windows	52
Power Windows	52
Sun Visors	54
Roof	54
Sunroof	54
Seats and Restraints	57
Head Restraints	58
Front Seats	59
Seat Adjustment	59
Power Seat Adjustment	60
Lumbar Adjustment	60
Reclining Seatbacks	61
Memory Seats	63
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats	64
Rear Seats	65
Third Row Seats	67
Safety Belts	70
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	71
Lap-Shoulder Belt	72
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	77
Safety Belt Extender	78
Safety System Check	78
Safety Belt Care	78
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	79
Airbag System	79
Where Are the Airbags?	81
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	83
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	84
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	84
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	85
Passenger Sensing System	87
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	92
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	92
Airbag System Check	93
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	94
Child Restraints	94
Older Children	94
Infants and Young Children	97
Child Restraint Systems	99
Where to Put the Restraint	101
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	103
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	110
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	110
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)	112
Storage	115
Storage Compartments	115
Instrument Panel Storage	115
Glove Box	115
Cupholders	115
Armrest Storage	116
Center Console Storage	116
Floor Console Storage	117
Additional Storage Features	118
Cargo Cover	118
Cargo Tie-Downs	118
Cargo Management System	118
Convenience Net	118
Roof Rack System	119
Instruments and Controls	121
Controls	122
Steering Wheel Adjustment	122
Steering Wheel Controls	122
Horn	124
Windshield Wiper/Washer	125
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	125
Compass	126
Clock	128
Power Outlets	128
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	130
Instrument Cluster	131
Speedometer	132
Odometer	132
Tachometer	132
Fuel Gauge	132
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	133
Voltmeter Gauge	134
Safety Belt Reminders	134
Airbag Readiness Light	135
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	136
Charging System Light	137
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	137
Brake System Warning Light	140
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	141
Tow/Haul Mode Light	141
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	141
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	142
Tire Pressure Light	142
Engine Oil Pressure Light	142
Security Light	143
High-Beam On Light	143
Cruise Control Light	144
Information Displays	144
Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons)	144
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons)	149
Vehicle Messages	151
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	152
Brake System Messages	152
Cruise Control Messages	152
Door Ajar Messages	152
Engine Cooling System Messages	153
Engine Oil Messages	154
Engine Power Messages	155
Fuel System Messages	155
Key and Lock Messages	156
Lamp Messages	156
Object Detection System Messages	156
Ride Control System Messages	156
Airbag System Messages	157
Anti-theft Alarm System Messages	157
Service Vehicle Messages	157
Tire Messages	158
Transmission Messages	159
Vehicle Reminder Messages	160
Vehicle Speed Messages	160
Washer Fluid Messages	160
Vehicle Personalization	160
Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons)	160
Universal Remote System	168
Universal Remote System Programming	168
Universal Remote System Operation	171
Lighting	173
Exterior Lighting	173
Exterior Lamp Controls	173
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	174
Flash-to-Pass	174
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System	175
Delayed Headlamps	175
Hazard Warning Flashers	176
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	176
Interior Lighting	177
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	177
Courtesy Lamps	177
Dome Lamps	177
Reading Lamps	178
Lighting Features	178
Entry Lighting	178
Delayed Entry Lighting	178
Delayed Exit Lighting	179
Parade Dimming	179
Battery Load Management	179
Battery Power Protection	180
Infotainment System	181
Introduction	182
Infotainment	182
Theft-Deterrent Feature	182
Operation	183
Radio	187
AM-FM Radio	187
Satellite Radio	188
Radio Reception	192
Multi-Band Antenna	193
Audio Players	193
CD Player	193
CD/DVD Player	195
MP3 (Radios with CD/USB)	202
MP3 (Radios with CD/DVD)	208
Auxiliary Devices	214
Rear Seat Infotainment	216
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System	216
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System	225
Phone	226
Bluetooth	226
Trademarks and License Agreements	234
Climate Controls	235
Climate Control Systems	235
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	238
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control Only)	243
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio)	244
Air Vents	245
Maintenance	246
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	246
Driving and Operating	249
Driving Information	250
Distracted Driving	250
Defensive Driving	251
Drunk Driving	251
Control of a Vehicle	251
Braking	251
Steering	252
Off-Road Recovery	253
Loss of Control	253
Driving on Wet Roads	254
Highway Hypnosis	254
Hill and Mountain Roads	255
Winter Driving	255
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	257
Vehicle Load Limits	258
Starting and Operating	262
New Vehicle Break-In	262
Ignition Positions	263
Starting the Engine	265
Engine Heater	266
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	267
Shifting Into Park	267
Shifting out of Park	268
Parking over Things That Burn	269
Engine Exhaust	269
Running the Vehicle While Parked	270
Automatic Transmission	270
Manual Mode	272
Tow/Haul Mode	273
Drive Systems	274
All-Wheel Drive	274
Brakes	274
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	274
Parking Brake	275
Brake Assist	276
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	276
Ride Control Systems	276
StabiliTrak® System	276
Cruise Control	279
Object Detection Systems	281
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	281
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	282
Fuel	286
Recommended Fuel	287
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)	287
California Fuel Requirements	287
Fuels in Foreign Countries	287
Fuel Additives	288
Filling the Tank	289
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	290
Towing	291
General Towing Information	291
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	291
Trailer Towing	295
Towing Equipment	297
Conversions and Add-Ons	299
Add-On Electrical Equipment	299
Vehicle Care	301
General Information	302
California Proposition 65 Warning	303
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	303
Accessories and Modifications	303
Vehicle Checks	304
Doing Your Own Service Work	304
Hood	305
Engine Compartment Overview	306
Engine Cover	307
Engine Oil	308
Engine Oil Life System	310
Automatic Transmission Fluid	311
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	311
Cooling System	313
Engine Coolant	313
Engine Overheating	317
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	319
Power Steering Fluid	319
Washer Fluid	320
Brakes	321
Brake Fluid	322
Battery	323
All-Wheel Drive	324
Starter Switch Check	324
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	324
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	325
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	325
Wiper Blade Replacement	325
Headlamp Aiming	326
Bulb Replacement	326
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Stoplamps	326
License Plate Lamp	328
Replacement Bulbs	328
Electrical System	328
High Voltage Devices and Wiring	328
Electrical System Overload	329
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	330
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	330
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	333
Wheels and Tires	336
Tires	336
Tire Sidewall Labeling	337
Tire Designations	339
Tire Terminology and Definitions	339
Tire Pressure	342
Tire Pressure Monitor System	343
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	344
Tire Inspection	347
Tire Rotation	348
When It Is Time for New Tires	349
Buying New Tires	350
Different Size Tires and Wheels	351
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	352
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	353
Wheel Replacement	353
Tire Chains	354
If a Tire Goes Flat	355
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	357
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	364
Tire Changing	365
Compact Spare Tire	373
Jump Starting	374
Towing	379
Towing the Vehicle	379
Recreational Vehicle Towing	379
Appearance Care	383
Exterior Care	383
Interior Care	386
Floor Mats	388
Technical Data	407
Vehicle Identification	407
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	407
Service Parts Identification Label	407
Vehicle Data	408
Capacities and Specifications	408
Engine Drive Belt Routing	409
Customer Information	411
Customer Information	411
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)	411
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)	413
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)	414
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)	415
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)	416
Online Owner Center	416
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)	417
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)	417
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)	419
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)	422
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)	423
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)	424
Service Publications Ordering Information	426
Reporting Safety Defects	427
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	427
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	428
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	428
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	429
Event Data Recorders	429
OnStar®	430
Navigation System	430
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	430
Radio Frequency Statement	430
OnStar	431
OnStar Overview	431
OnStar Services	432
Emergency	432
Security	432
Navigation	432
Connections	434
Diagnostics	435
OnStar Additional Information	435
Index	439
Index_A	439
Index_B	440
Index_C	440
Index_D	441
Index_E	442
Index_F	442
Index_G	443
Index_H	443
Index_I	444
Index_J	444
Index_K	444
Index_L	444
Index_M	445
Index_N	445
Index_O	446
Index_P	446
Index_R	447
Index_S	447
Index_T	449
Index_U	449
Index_V	450

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Instruments and Controls

5-37

drive, however, you do not have the

benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce

your speed and drive accordingly.

SERVICE TRACTION

CONTROL

This message displays when there

is a problem with the Traction

Control System (TCS). When this

message is displayed, the system

will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your

driving accordingly. See your dealer

for service. See

StabiliTrak

System

on page 9

‑

for more information.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF

This message displays when the

Traction Control System (TCS) is

turned off. Adjust your driving

accordingly. See

StabiliTrak

System on page 9

‑

for more

information. This message clears

itself after 10 seconds.

TRACTION CONTROL ON

This message displays when the

Traction Control System (TCS) is

turned on. See

StabiliTrak

System

on page 9

‑

for more information.

This message clears itself after

10 seconds.

Airbag System Messages

SERVICE AIR BAG

This message displays if there is a

problem with the airbag system.

Have your dealer inspect the

system for problems. See

Airbag

Readiness Light on page 5

‑

and

Airbag System on page 3

‑

for

more information.

Anti-theft Alarm System

Messages

SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT

SYSTEM

This message displays when there

is a problem with the theft-deterrent

system. The vehicle may or may not

restart so you may want to take the

vehicle to your dealer before turning

off the engine. See

Immobilizer

Operation on page 2

‑

for more

information.

THEFT ATTEMPTED

This message displays if the content

theft-deterrent system has detected

a break-in attempt while you were

away from your vehicle. See

Anti-theft Alarm System on

page 2

‑

for more information.

Service Vehicle Messages

SERVICE A/C (Air

Conditioning) SYSTEM

This message displays when the

electronic sensors that control the

air conditioning and heating

systems are no longer working.

Have the climate control system

serviced by your dealer if you notice

a drop in heating and air

conditioning efficiency.

SERVICE POWER STEERING

This message displays when a

problem is detected with the power

steering system. When this

message is displayed, you may

notice that the effort required to

steer the vehicle increases or feels