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Instruments and Controls blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush. This message may also display during heavy rain or due to road spray. It may also come on when driving in isolated areas with no guardrails, trees, or road signs and light traffic. Your vehicle does not need service. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing Your Vehicle" in Exterior Care on page 10‑73. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9‑32 for more information. drive, however, you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly. 5-37 on page 9‑27 for more information. This message clears itself after 10 seconds. 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 9‑27 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. Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak® system. If this message appears, try to reset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. See your dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to TRACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly. See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑27 for more information. This message clears itself after 10 seconds. Security 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 2‑13 for more information. TRACTION CONTROL ON This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned on. See StabiliTrak® System

Section	Page
2013 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	11
Door Locks	11
Liftgate	12
Windows	13
Seat Adjustment	13
Memory Features	14
Second Row Seats	14
Third Row Seats	15
Heated and Ventilated Seats	15
Head Restraint Adjustment	16
Safety Belts	16
Passenger Sensing System	16
Mirror Adjustment	17
Steering Wheel Adjustment	18
Interior Lighting	18
Exterior Lighting	19
Windshield Wiper/Washer	20
Climate Controls	21
Transmission	22
Vehicle Features	23
Radio(s)	23
Satellite Radio	25
Portable Audio Devices	26
Bluetooth®	26
Steering Wheel Controls	26
Cruise Control	27
Infotainment System	27
Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons)	27
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	28
Power Outlets	28
Universal Remote System	29
Sunroof	29
Performance and Maintenance	29
StabiliTrak® System	29
Tire Pressure Monitor	30
Engine Oil Life System	30
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	31
Roadside Assistance Program	31
OnStar®	31
Keys, Doors, and Windows	33
Keys and Locks	33
Keys	33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	34
Remote Vehicle Start	36
Door Locks	38
Power Door Locks	39
Delayed Locking	39
Automatic Door Locks	39
Lockout Protection	40
Safety Locks	40
Doors	40
Liftgate	40
Vehicle Security	43
Vehicle Alarm System	43
Immobilizer	44
Immobilizer Operation	45
Exterior Mirrors	46
Convex Mirrors	46
Power Mirrors	46
Folding Mirrors	47
Heated Mirrors	48
Blind Spot Mirrors	48
Park Tilt Mirrors	49
Interior Mirrors	49
Manual Rearview Mirror	49
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	49
Windows	50
Power Windows	50
Sun Visors	52
Roof	52
Sunroof	52
Seats and Restraints	55
Head Restraints	56
Front Seats	57
Seat Adjustment	57
Power Seat Adjustment	58
Lumbar Adjustment	58
Reclining Seatbacks	59
Memory Seats	60
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats	62
Rear Seats	63
Third Row Seats	65
Safety Belts	67
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	69
Lap-Shoulder Belt	70
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	75
Safety Belt Extender	75
Safety System Check	75
Safety Belt Care	76
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	76
Airbag System	77
Where Are the Airbags?	79
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	81
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	82
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	82
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	82
Passenger Sensing System	84
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	88
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	88
Airbag System Check	89
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	90
Child Restraints	90
Older Children	90
Infants and Young Children	92
Child Restraint Systems	95
Where to Put the Restraint	96
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	98
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	104
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	105
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)	107
Storage	111
Storage Compartments	111
Instrument Panel Storage	111
Glove Box	111
Cupholders	111
Armrest Storage	112
Center Console Storage	112
Additional Storage Features	113
Cargo Cover	113
Cargo Tie-Downs	113
Cargo Management System	113
Convenience Net	114
Roof Rack System	114
Instruments and Controls	117
Controls	118
Steering Wheel Adjustment	118
Steering Wheel Controls	118
Heated Steering Wheel	120
Horn	120
Windshield Wiper/Washer	120
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	121
Compass	121
Clock (Radio without Touchscreen)	123
Clock (Radio with Touchscreen)	124
Power Outlets	124
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	126
Instrument Cluster	127
Speedometer	128
Odometer	128
Tachometer	128
Fuel Gauge	128
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	129
Voltmeter Gauge	130
Safety Belt Reminders	130
Airbag Readiness Light	131
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	132
Charging System Light	132
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	133
Brake System Warning Light	135
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	136
Tow/Haul Mode Light	137
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	137
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	137
Tire Pressure Light	137
Engine Oil Pressure Light	138
Security Light	138
High-Beam On Light	139
Cruise Control Light	139
Information Displays	139
Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons)	139
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons)	144
Vehicle Messages	147
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	147
Brake System Messages	148
Cruise Control Messages	148
Door Ajar Messages	148
Engine Cooling System Messages	149
Engine Oil Messages	150
Engine Power Messages	150
Fuel System Messages	151
Key and Lock Messages	151
Lamp Messages	151
Object Detection System Messages	152
Ride Control System Messages	153
Airbag System Messages	153
Security Messages	153
Service Vehicle Messages	154
Tire Messages	154
Transmission Messages	155
Vehicle Reminder Messages	156
Vehicle Speed Messages	156
Washer Fluid Messages	156
Vehicle Personalization	157
Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons)	157
Universal Remote System	164
Universal Remote System Programming	164
Universal Remote System Operation	167
Lighting	169
Exterior Lighting	169
Exterior Lamp Controls	169
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	170
Flash-to-Pass	170
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System	170
Delayed Headlamps	171
Hazard Warning Flashers	171
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	172
Fog Lamps	172
Interior Lighting	173
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	173
Courtesy Lamps	173
Dome Lamps	173
Reading Lamps	174
Lighting Features	174
Entry Lighting	174
Delayed Entry Lighting	175
Delayed Exit Lighting	175
Parade Dimming	175
Battery Load Management	175
Battery Power Protection	176
Infotainment System	177
Introduction	177
Infotainment	177
Theft-Deterrent Feature	178
Overview (Radio without Touchscreen)	179
Overview (Radio with Touchscreen)	181
Operation (Radio without Touchscreen)	181
Operation (Radio with Touchscreen)	184
Radio	187
AM-FM Radio (Radio without Touchscreen)	187
AM-FM Radio (Radio with Touchscreen)	188
Satellite Radio (Radio without Touchscreen)	191
Satellite Radio (Radio with Touchscreen)	194
Radio Reception	196
Multi-Band Antenna	196
Audio Players	197
CD Player (Radio without Touchscreen)	197
CD Player (Radio with Touchscreen)	199
MP3 (Radio with Touchscreen)	200
MP3 (Radio without Touchscreen)	204
Auxiliary Devices	210
Rear Seat Infotainment	211
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System	211
Rear Audio Controller (RAC)	220
Phone	221
Bluetooth	221
Settings	228
Trademarks and License Agreements	230
Climate Controls	233
Climate Control Systems	233
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	236
Rear Climate Control System	240
Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio)	241
Air Vents	242
Maintenance	243
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	243
Driving and Operating	245
Driving Information	246
Distracted Driving	246
Defensive Driving	246
Drunk Driving	247
Control of a Vehicle	247
Braking	247
Steering	247
Off-Road Recovery	248
Loss of Control	249
Driving on Wet Roads	249
Highway Hypnosis	250
Hill and Mountain Roads	250
Winter Driving	251
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	253
Vehicle Load Limits	253
Starting and Operating	257
New Vehicle Break-In	257
Ignition Positions	258
Starting the Engine	260
Engine Heater	261
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	262
Shifting Into Park	262
Shifting out of Park	263
Parking over Things That Burn	264
Engine Exhaust	264
Running the Vehicle While Parked	265
Automatic Transmission	265
Manual Mode	267
Tow/Haul Mode	268
Drive Systems	268
All-Wheel Drive	268
Brakes	269
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	269
Parking Brake	270
Brake Assist	270
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	271
Ride Control Systems	271
StabiliTrak® System	271
Cruise Control	273
Object Detection Systems	275
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	275
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)	276
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	279
Fuel	282
Recommended Fuel	282
Gasoline Specifications	283
California Fuel Requirements	283
Fuels in Foreign Countries	283
Fuel Additives	283
Filling the Tank	284
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	285
Towing	286
General Towing Information	286
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	286
Trailer Towing	289
Towing Equipment	291
Conversions and Add-Ons	293
Add-On Electrical Equipment	293
Vehicle Care	295
General Information	296
California Proposition 65 Warning	296
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	296
Accessories and Modifications	296
Vehicle Checks	297
Doing Your Own Service Work	297
Hood	298
Engine Compartment Overview	299
Engine Cover	300
Engine Oil	301
Engine Oil Life System	303
Automatic Transmission Fluid	304
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	305
Cooling System	306
Engine Coolant	307
Engine Overheating	310
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	312
Power Steering Fluid	312
Washer Fluid	313
Brakes	313
Brake Fluid	314
Battery	316
All-Wheel Drive	316
Starter Switch Check	316
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	317
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	317
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	317
Wiper Blade Replacement	318
Headlamp Aiming	319
Bulb Replacement	320
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	320
License Plate Lamp	321
Replacement Bulbs	321
Electrical System	322
High Voltage Devices and Wiring	322
Electrical System Overload	322
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	323
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	323
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	326
Wheels and Tires	329
Tires	329
All-Season Tires	330
Winter Tires	330
Summer Tires	331
Tire Sidewall Labeling	331
Tire Designations	333
Tire Terminology and Definitions	334
Tire Pressure	336
Tire Pressure Monitor System	338
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	339
Tire Inspection	342
Tire Rotation	342
When It Is Time for New Tires	343
Buying New Tires	344
Different Size Tires and Wheels	346
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	346
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	348
Wheel Replacement	348
Tire Chains	349
If a Tire Goes Flat	349
Tire Changing	351
Compact Spare Tire	359
Jump Starting	360
Towing	363
Towing the Vehicle	363
Recreational Vehicle Towing	364
Appearance Care	367
Exterior Care	367
Interior Care	370
Floor Mats	373
Service and Maintenance	375
General Information	375
Maintenance Schedule	377
Special Application Services	382
Additional Maintenance and Care	383
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	386
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	386
Maintenance Replacement Parts	387
Maintenance Records	388
Technical Data	391
Vehicle Identification	391
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	391
Service Parts Identification Label	391
Vehicle Data	392
Capacities and Specifications	392
Engine Drive Belt Routing	394
Customer Information	395
Customer Information	396
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)	396
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)	398
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)	399
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)	399
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)	400
Online Owner Center	400
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)	401
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)	401
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)	405
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)	407
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)	407
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)	408
Service Publications Ordering Information	411
Reporting Safety Defects	412
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	412
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	412
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	413
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	413
Event Data Recorders	413
OnStar®	414
Infotainment System	414
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	415
Radio Frequency Statement	415
OnStar	417
OnStar Overview	417
OnStar Services	418
Emergency	418
Security	418
Navigation	418
Connections	419
Diagnostics	421
OnStar Additional Information	421
Index	427
Index_A	427
Index_B	428
Index_C	428
Index_D	429
Index_E	430
Index_F	430
Index_G	431
Index_H	431
Index_I	432
Index_J	432
Index_K	432
Index_L	432
Index_M	433
Index_N	433
Index_O	434
Index_P	434
Index_R	435
Index_S	436
Index_T	437
Index_U	438
Index_V	438

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Instruments and Controls

5-37

blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice,

or slush. This message may also

display during heavy rain or due to

road spray. It may also come on

when driving in isolated areas with

no guardrails, trees, or road signs

and light traffic. Your vehicle does

not need service. For cleaning

instructions, see

“

Washing Your

Vehicle

”

Exterior Care on

page 10

‑

. See

Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) on page 9

‑

for more

information.

Ride Control System

Messages

SERVICE STABILITRAK

This message displays if there is a

problem with the StabiliTrak

system. If this message appears, try

to reset the system. Stop; turn off

the engine for at least 15 seconds;

then start the engine again. If this

message still comes on, it means

there is a problem. See your dealer

for service. The vehicle is safe to

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.

Security 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.