2013 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual - Page 248

9-4 Driving and Operating Curve Tips . If the vehicle seems harder to steer than normal when parking or driving slowly, there may be a problem with the system. You will still have power steering, but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds. See your dealer for service. Off-Road Recovery Take curves at a reasonable speed. Reduce speed before entering a curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed through the curve. Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway. There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand. Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking. . . Hydraulic Power Steering If your vehicle has hydraulic power steering, it may require maintenance. See Power Steering Fluid on page 10‑18. If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops, or there is a system malfunction, the vehicle can be steered but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem. . Steering in Emergencies . . The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips: 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement. 2. Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. .