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Chevrolet Traverse 2012 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 121: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..5-14 Vehicle Messages Airbag Readiness Light ..5-15 Vehicle Messages ... 5-31 Controls Passenger Airbag Status Battery Voltage and Charging...

  • Page 122: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) ....5-40 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Universal Remote System Adjustment Universal Remote System .

  • Page 123: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls To select preset or favorite radio To select tracks on an iPod or USB 2. Press and release stations: device for vehicles with a navigation to go back to the system: previous folder list. Press and release 1.

  • Page 124: Horn

    Instruments and Controls SRCE (Source/Voice For vehicles with a navigation 3. Press and release Recognition): Press to switch system: scroll through the selected music between the radio, CD, and for list. Touch the track label on the 1. Press and hold until a beep is equipped vehicles, DVD, front touch screen to highlight and...

  • Page 125: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer Clear ice and snow from the wiper WARNING blades before using them. If frozen The windshield wiper/washer lever to the windshield, carefully loosen or In freezing weather, do not use is located on the left side of the thaw them.

  • Page 126: Compass

    Instruments and Controls Release the button when enough Under certain circumstances, Press the vehicle information fluid has been sprayed on the such as during a long distance button until PRESS window. The rear wiper will run a cross-country trip or moving to a CHANGE COMPASS ZONE few more cycles after it is released.
  • Page 127 Instruments and Controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button until If the DIC display does not show a Do not operate any switches the vehicle heading, for heading, for example, N for North, such as window, sunroof, example, N for North, is or the heading does not change climate controls, seats, etc.

  • Page 128: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Clock 5. To decrease the time or date, do Power Outlets one of the following: To adjust the time and date: The vehicle has 12 volt outlets that Press SEEK. can be used to plug in electrical 1.
  • Page 129 Instruments and Controls Leaving electrical Power Outlet 110 Volt An indicator light on the outlet turns equipment plugged in for an on to show it is in use. The light Alternative Current extended period of time while comes on when the ignition is in The vehicle may have a power the vehicle is off will drain the ON/RUN and equipment requiring...

  • Page 130: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators

    5-10 Instruments and Controls The power outlet is not designed for Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there and may not work properly, if the could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and following are plugged in: function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators Equipment with high initial peak...

  • Page 131: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Uplevel Shown, Metric Similar...

  • Page 132: Speedometer

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left The speedometer shows the in the tank. vehicle's speed in either kilometers An arrow on the fuel gauge per hour (km/h) or miles per indicates the side of the vehicle the hour (mph).

  • Page 133: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 Here are some situations that may Engine Coolant occur with the fuel gauge. None of Temperature Gauge these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.

  • Page 134: Voltmeter Gauge

    5-14 Instruments and Controls Voltmeter Gauge This is normal. Readings between Safety Belt Reminders the low and high warning zones Driver Safety Belt Reminder indicate the normal operating range. Light Readings in the low warning zone can occur when a large number of There is a driver safety belt electrical accessories are operating reminder light on the instrument...

  • Page 135: Airbag Readiness Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-15 Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn Reminder Light on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove The airbag readiness light comes on the object from the seat or buckle...

  • Page 136: Passenger Airbag Status

    5-16 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status for on and off, for several seconds If, after several seconds, both status as a system check. If you use indicator lights remain on, or if there Indicator remote start, if equipped, to start the are no lights at all, there may be a vehicle, you may not see the system problem with the lights or the...

  • Page 137: Charging System Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-17 Charging System Light for more information. 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. If the malfunction indicator lamp Malfunction comes on and stays on while the engine is running, this indicates that...
  • Page 138 5-18 Instruments and Controls Modifications made to the This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission engine, transmission, exhaust, malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has intake, or fuel system of the been detected on the vehicle. Light Flashing: A misfire condition vehicle or the replacement Diagnosis and service might be...

  • Page 139: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 or stumbling on acceleration. Emissions Inspection and The vehicle may not pass These conditions might go away inspection if: Maintenance Programs once the engine is warmed up. The malfunction indicator lamp is Some local governments may If one or more of these conditions on with the engine running, or if have programs to inspect the...

  • Page 140: Brake System Warning

    5-20 Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning When the ignition is on, the brake WARNING system warning light also comes on Light when the parking brake is set. The The brake system might not be light stays on if the parking brake The vehicle brake system consists working properly if the brake does not fully release.

  • Page 141: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 ® Antilock Brake System vehicle needs service. If the regular StabiliTrak Indicator brake system warning light is not (ABS) Warning Light Light on, there are still brakes, but no antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, there are no antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes.

  • Page 142: Engine Coolant Temperature

    5-22 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady Temperature Warning If the light flashes for about a minute Light and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle.

  • Page 143: Security Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 Lack of proper engine oil Security Light For information regarding this light maintenance can damage the and the vehicle's security system, engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance High-Beam On Light schedule for changing engine oil.

  • Page 144: Cruise Control Light

    5-24 Instruments and Controls Cruise Control Light Information Displays The outside air temperature and compass, if equipped, also display on the DIC when viewing the trip Driver Information Center and fuel information. The outside air (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) temperature automatically appears in the top right corner of the DIC If your vehicle has DIC buttons, the display.
  • Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-25 DIC Buttons will alert you to change the oil on a (Vehicle Information): Press schedule consistent with your this button to display the oil life, The DIC has different displays driving conditions. park assist on vehicles with this which can be accessed by pressing feature, units, tire pressure readings the DIC buttons located in the...
  • Page 146 5-26 Instruments and Controls PARK ASSIST UNITS If a low tire pressure condition is detected by the system while If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Press the vehicle information button driving, a message advising you to Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, until UNITS displays.
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Trip/Fuel Menu Items Each trip odometer can be reset to begins moving, the display will then zero separately by pressing the set/ increase to 8.2 km (5.1 mi), 8.4 km (Trip/Fuel): Press this button reset button or the trip odometer (5.2 mi), etc.
  • Page 148 5-28 Instruments and Controls number may change even though For example, if the vehicle is To stop the timer, press the set/reset the same amount of fuel is in the accelerating and achieving low fuel button briefly while TIMER is fuel tank.

  • Page 149: Buttons)

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 Blank Display for vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear each trip odometer. Both trip Parking Assist (URPA) system, odometers can be used at the This display shows no information. units, and display language. same time. Driver Information Center If your vehicle has DIC buttons, you Each trip odometer can be reset to can use the trip odometer reset...
  • Page 150 5-30 Instruments and Controls 8 km (5 mi) before it is started again, When the remaining oil life is low, PARK ASSIST and then the retroactive reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON To access this display, the vehicle feature is activated, the display will message will appear on the display.

  • Page 151: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 UNITS DISPLAY LANGUAGE Vehicle Messages To access this display, the vehicle To access this display, the vehicle Messages are displayed on the DIC must be in P (Park). Press the trip must be in P (Park). This display to notify the driver that the status of odometer reset stem until UNITS allows you to select the language in...

  • Page 152: Battery Voltage And Charging

    5-32 Instruments and Controls The following are the possible SERVICE BATTERY on the DIC display. If the message messages that can be displayed is still displayed or appears again CHARGING SYSTEM and some information about them. when you begin driving, the brake On some vehicles, this message system needs service as soon as displays if there is a problem with...

  • Page 153: Engine Cooling System

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 HOOD OPEN PASSENGER DOOR OPEN Engine Cooling System Messages On some models, this message This message displays and a chime displays and a chime sounds if the sounds if the passenger door is ENGINE HOT A/C (Air hood is not fully closed.

  • Page 154: Engine Oil Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP Engine Oil Messages ENGINE ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON If you drive the vehicle If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, engine oil needs to be changed.

  • Page 155: Engine Power Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW If you drive the vehicle This message displays and a chime This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure sounds when the cooling system sounds if the fuel level is low.

  • Page 156: Key And Lock Messages

    5-36 Instruments and Controls Key and Lock Messages TURN SIGNAL ON and clear it from the DIC display. For more information see This message displays and a chime REPLACE BATTERY IN sounds if a turn signal is left on for REMOTE KEY 1.2 km (0.75 mi).

  • Page 157: Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 drive, however, you do not have the for more information. THEFT ATTEMPTED benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce This message clears itself after This message displays if the content your speed and drive accordingly. 10 seconds. theft-deterrent system has detected a break-in attempt while you were SERVICE TRACTION Airbag System Messages...

  • Page 158: Tire Messages

    5-38 Instruments and Controls heavier, but you will still be able to This message also displays LEFT steer the vehicle. Have your vehicle FRT (left front), RIGHT FRT (right serviced by your dealer immediately. front), LEFT RR (left rear), or RIGHT RR (right rear) to indicate SERVICE VEHICLE SOON SERVICE TIRE MONITOR...

  • Page 159: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-39 rotating the tires or after replacing a warning message, turn the ignition TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE tire or sensor. See off and then back on again after ENGINE 30 seconds. If the message stays If you drive the vehicle , and on, see your dealer right away.

  • Page 160: Vehicle Reminder

    5-40 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Messages Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE Vehicle Personalization WITH CARE This message displays when the (With DIC Buttons) windshield washer fluid is low. Fill This message displays when the the windshield washer fluid reservoir outside air temperature is cold Your vehicle may have...
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-41 The customization preferences are Feature Settings Menu Items Press the customization button until automatically recalled. the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen The following are customization appears on the DIC display. Press To change customization features that allow you to program the set/reset button once to access preferences, use the following settings to the vehicle:...
  • Page 162 5-42 Instruments and Controls AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors will unlock when the key is taken This feature allows you to select This feature allows you to select out of the ignition. when the doors will automatically whether or not to turn off the lock.
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-43 Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the set/ LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on reset button while the desired lamps will flash when you press the the DIC display. Press the set/reset setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 164 5-44 Instruments and Controls lock button on the RKE transmitter is dark enough outside. This APPROACH LIGHTING twice. See happens after the key is turned from This feature allows you to select for more information. ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. whether or not to have the exterior Press the customization button until lights turn on briefly during low light Press the customization button until...
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-45 NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on more information. setting will remain. the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings There is no default for chime NO CHANGE: No change will be for this feature.
  • Page 166 5-46 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until reset button while the desired movement will only occur one time MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears setting is displayed on the DIC. after the key is removed from the on the DIC display.
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-47 outside of the vehicle using the FACTORY SETTINGS Press the customization button until Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FEATURE SETTINGS PRESS This feature allows you to set all of transmitter. See TO EXIT appears in the DIC display. the customization features back to for more Press the set/reset button once to...

  • Page 168: Universal Remote System

    5-48 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Home When programming a garage door, Remote with any garage door park outside of the garage. Park System opener that does not have the stop directly in line with and facing the and reverse feature.
  • Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-49 To program up to three devices: in view. The hand-held the frequency signal from the transmitter was supplied by the hand-held transmitter. Release manufacturer of your garage both buttons. door opener receiver (motor 5. Press and hold the newly-trained head unit).
  • Page 170 5-50 Instruments and Controls it. If the garage door does not Canadian radio-frequency laws move, press and hold the require transmitter signals to time same button a second time for out or quit after several seconds two seconds, and then release of transmission.

  • Page 171: Universal Remote System Operation

    Instruments and Controls 5-51 rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under Erasing Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single Programming Universal Home Buttons Universal Remote Button Remote to complete the training All programmed buttons should be To reprogram any of the three procedure. erased when the vehicle is sold or Universal Remote buttons, repeat the lease ends.
  • Page 172 5-52 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
  • Page 411 Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
  • Page 412 If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, case will generally be heard within member of dealership management, remember that your concern will 40 days. If you do not agree with the it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's...
  • Page 413 For further information concerning In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), Limited wants you to be aware of...
  • Page 414 Explain your case to your dealer Phone number assistance. However, if a customer service agent, service manager, wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Model year dealer sales agent, or sales the letter should be addressed to: manager, depending on your case.
  • Page 415 Customer assistance is available Monday through Friday, 08:00 to 1-888-751-5301 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from Please contact the local General 08:00 to 15:00 hours. Motors Business Unit. All e-mail inquiries to the Customer 800-6273 Assistance Center (CAC) should be sent to: cac.chevrolet@gm.com. 800-0122-6101...
  • Page 416 Chevrolet dealer locator for Here are a few of the valuable service nationwide. tools and services you will have access to: Exclusive privileges and offers. My Showroom: Find and save Recall notices for your specific To assist customers who are deaf, information on vehicles and vehicle.
  • Page 417 For more information on the limited the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance have the following information Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Canada Limited reserve the right to...
  • Page 418 Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of change a flat tire with the spare Canada Limited reserve the right to tire. The spare tire, if equipped, limit services or payment to an Reimbursement must be in good condition and owner or driver if they decide the is approximately $5 Canadian.
  • Page 419 Chevrolet of the program. The Roadside right away, the Roadside Customer Assistance Center at...
  • Page 420 : Information choose one of the following If the vehicle cannot be received regarding addresses and alternatives, within the limits of by the nearest Chevrolet dealer telephone numbers for Chevrolet existing Roadside Assistance due to scheduling conflicts, the dealers. program guidelines. If the costs...
  • Page 421 A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle : Transportation to pick up must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles cover or reimburse services for the complete.
  • Page 422 To contact Roadside Assistance by of your transportation needs, your Cost of towing a trailer when phone, use the following numbers: dealer can help minimize your choosing a Chevrolet dealer that inconvenience. is nearest to the temporary storage facility for the disabled 01-800-466-0800 If the vehicle cannot be scheduled vehicle.
  • Page 423 original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by Warranty service can generally be GM for shuttle service. In addition, completed while you wait. However, for U.S. customers, should you if you are unable to wait, GM helps arrange transportation through To enhance your ownership to minimize inconvenience by...
  • Page 424 insurance coverage, credit card, Recycled original equipment parts etc. You are responsible for fuel may also be used for repair. These usage charges and may also be parts are typically removed from responsible for taxes, levies, usage vehicles that were total losses in If the vehicle is involved in a fees, excessive mileage, or rental prior crashes.
  • Page 425 Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Move the vehicle only if its position failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not puts you in danger, or you are covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts. instructed to move it by a police When purchasing insurance, we officer.
  • Page 426 Insurance company and policy Insurance pays the bill for the repair, number. but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, General description of the your insurance company may damage to the other vehicle. initially value the repair using Choose a reputable repair facility Service Manuals have the diagnosis aftermarket parts.
  • Page 427 Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle. The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
  • Page 428 Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Administrator, NHTSA immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Motors of Canada Limited. Chevrolet Customer Assistance Washington, D.C. 20590 Call Transport Canada at...
  • Page 429 This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. Recorder (EDR). The main purpose EDR data is recorded of an EDR is to record, in certain by the vehicle only if a non-trivial crash or near crash-like situations, This GM vehicle has a number of...
  • Page 430 GM will not access this data or speaking to an advisor. See personal information or link with share it with others except: with the for more any other GM system containing consent of the vehicle owner or, information. personal information. if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee;...

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