Table Of Contents - Chevrolet 2010 Traverse Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Using This Manual4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System10
Remote Vehicle Start11
Door Locks11
Liftgate11
Windows12
Seat Adjustment12
Power Liftgate12
Second Row Seats13
Third Row Seats13
Heated Front Seats14
Heated And Ventilated Seats14
Head Restraint Adjustment14
Safety Belt14
Sensing System For Passenger Airbag15
Exterior Mirror Adjustment15
Steering Wheel Adjustment16
Interior Mirror Adjustment16
Interior Lighting17
Dome Lamps17
Dome Lamp Override17
Reading Lamps17
Exterior Lighting18
Windshield Wiper/Washer18
Climate Controls19
Vehicle Features21
Radio(S)21
Storing A Favorite Station21
Setting The Clock22
Satellite Radio22
Portable Audio Devices/Bluetooth22
Xm Satellite Radio Service22
Steering Wheel Controls23
Navigation System23
Drive Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)24
Cruise Control24
Storage Compartments25
Power Outlets25
Performance And Maintenance26
Sunroof26
Stabilitrak26
Tire Pressure Monitor27
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit27
Engine Oil Life System27
Driving For Better Fuel Economy28
Resetting The Oil Life System28
Roadside Assistance29
Keys, Doors And Windows33
Keys And Locks34
Remote Keyless Entry System34
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle36
Battery Replacement36
Starting The Engine Using Remote Start37
Extending Engine Run Time38
Shutting The Engine Off After A Remote Start38
Conditions In Which The Remote Start Will Not Work38
Power Door Locks39
Delayed Locking39
Automatic Door Locks40
Lockout Protection40
Safety Locks40
Manual Liftgate Operation41
Power Liftgate Operation42
Obstacle Detection Features44
Manual Operation Of Power Liftgate44
Vehicle Security45
Anti-Theft Alarm System45
Testing The Alarm46
Immobilizer46
Exterior Mirrors48
Convex Mirrors48
Power Mirrors49
Folding Mirrors49
Heated Mirrors49
Blind Spot Mirrors49
Driving With The Blind Spot Mirror50
Using The Obstacle Mirror With The Blind Spot Mirror50
Park Tilt Mirrors51
Interior Mirrors51
Manual Rearview Mirror51
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror51
Power Windows52
Cleaning The Mirror52
Express-Up/Express-Down Windows53
Sun Visors54
Programming The Power Windows54
Anti-Pinch Feature54
Window Lockout54
Roof55
Manual Sunshades55
Rear Power Sunshade56
Seats And Restraints57
Head Restraints58
Front Seats Adjustment59
Power Seat Adjustment60
Memory Seat And Mirrors60
Lumbar Adjustment62
Easy Exit Seat62
Manual Reclining Seatbacks63
Power Reclining Seatbacks64
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats Adjustment66
Rear Seats Adjustment66
Entering And Exiting The Third Row67
Returning The Seat To The Seating Position67
Third Row Seats Adjustment68
Reclining The Seatbacks68
Folding The Rear Seat68
Second Row Seats Adjustment68
Removing The Third Row Seats70
Installing The Third Row Seats70
Safety Belts71
Why Safety Belts Work72
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts74
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly75
Lap-Shoulder Belt80
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster82
Safety Belt Pretensioners83
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides83
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy86
Safety Belt Extender86
Safety System Check86
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash87
Airbag System88
Where Are The Airbags90
When Should An Airbag Inflate92
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?93
How Does An Airbag Restrain?93
What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates?94
Passenger Sensing System96
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint98
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Size Occupant99
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation99
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle100
Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle101
Airbag System Check102
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash102
Child Restraints103
Older Children103
Infants And Young Children105
Child Restraint Systems108
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle109
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint109
Where To Put The Restraint110
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)111
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations112
Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System114
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash117
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)118
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)120
Storage123
Cupholders123
Armrest Storage123
Center Console Storage123
Floor Console Storage124
Cargo Cover125
Cargo Tie Down125
Cargo Management System125
Convenience Net125
Roof Rack System126
Instruments And Controls127
Steering Wheel Adjustments128
Controls128
Steering Wheel Controls Overview129
Horn131
Windshield Wiper And Washer131
Rear Window Wiper/Washer132
Compass132
Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure133
Compass Calibration133
Clock135
Power Outlets Description135
Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators136
Instrument Cluster View137
Speedometer138
Odometer138
Fuel Gage138
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage138
Tachometer138
Voltmeter Gage139
Safety Belt Reminders139
Airbag Readiness Light140
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator141
Charging System Light142
Malfunction Indicator Lamp142
Brake System Warning Light144
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs144
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light145
Tow/Haul Mode Light146
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light146
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light146
Tire Pressure Light147
Engine Oil Pressure Light147
Security Light/High-Beam On Light148
Cruise Control Light148
Driver Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)148
Information Displays Driver Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)148
Dic Buttons149
Park Assist150
Units150
Front Tires Or Rear Tires150
Relearn Remote Key151
Compass Recalibration151
Trip A And Trip B152
Range152
Avg (Average) Economy153
Timer153
Fuel Used153
Avg (Average) Speed153
Driver Information Center (Dic) (Without Dic Buttons154
Buttons)154
Oil Life155
Display Language156
Vehicle Messages157
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages157
Battery Saver Active157
Service Battery Charging System157
Brake System Messages158
Door Ajar Messages158
Cruise Control Messages158
Engine Cooling System Messages159
Engine Overheated Stop Engine Message159
Engine Oil Messages160
Engine Power Messages160
Fuel System Messages160
Key And Lock Messages161
Lamp Messages161
Object Detection System Messages161
Ride Control System Messages162
Airbag System Messages162
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages162
Service Theft Deterrent System Message162
Service Vehicle Messages163
Tire Messages163
Theft Attempted Message163
Service Power Steering Message163
Transmission Messages164
Service Tire Monitor System Message164
All Wheel Drive Off Message164
Service All Wheel Drive Message164
Vehicle Reminder Messages165
Vehicle Speed Messages165
Washer Fluid Messages165
Vehicle Personalization (With Dic Buttons)166
Entering The Feature Settings Menu166
Feature Settings Menu Items166
Driver In Park167
Remote Door Lock167
Auto Door Lock167
Auto Door Unlock167
Remote Door Unlock168
Delay Door Lock169
Exit Lighting169
Approach Lighting170
Chime Volume170
Memory Seat Recall171
Remote Stat172
Factory Settings172
Universal Remote System Programming173
Exiting The Feature Settings Menu173
Programming The Universal Home Remote System174
Gate Operator And Canadian Programming176
Universal Remote System Operation177
Reprogramming A Single Universal Remote Button177
Lighting179
Exterior Lamp Controls179
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer180
Flash-To-Pass180
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)/Automatic Headlamp System181
Delayed Headlamps181
Hazard Warning Flashers181
Turn And Lane-Change Signals182
Instrument Panel Illumination Control182
Turn Signal On Chime182
Courtesy Lamps182
Lighting Features183
Entry Lighting183
Delayed Entry Lighting184
Delayed Exit Lighting184
Parade Dimming184
Battery Load Management184
Battery Power Protection185
Infotainment System187
Radios With Cd, Dvd, And Usb189
Playing The Radio190
Auto Text (Satellite Radio Service, Cd, Mp3, And Wma Features)190
Speed Compensated Volume (Scv)191
Setting The Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble)191
Eq (Equalization)192
Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)192
Am-Fm Radio193
Radio Messages193
Radio Data System (Rds)193
Finding A Station193
Storing A Radio Station As A Favorite194
Xm Satellite Radio Service Description194
Finding A Category (Cat) Station195
Xm Radio Messages197
Radio Reception198
Cellular Phone Usage198
Audio Players199
Multi-Band Antenna199
Cd Player199
Care Of Cds200
Care Of The Cd Player200
Playing An Mp3/Wma Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Disc201
Cd Messages201
Cd/Dvd Player201
Care Of Cds And Dvds203
Radios With Cd And Dvd Audio Output204
Care Of The Cd And Dvd Player204
Using The Dvd Player205
Dvd-V (Video) Display Buttons206
Dvd-A (Audio) Display Buttons207
Inserting A Disc208
Stopping And Resuming Playback208
Ejecting A Disc208
Mp3 (Radio With Cd And Radio With Cd/Usb)209
Dvd Error Messages209
Compressed Audio Or Mixed Mode Discs209
Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Supported File And Folder Structure209
Usb Supported File And Folder Structure210
Root Directory210
Empty Folder210
Order Of Play210
Playing A Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Mp3211
File System And Naming211
Preprogrammed Playlists211
Connecting A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod212
Using The Radio To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod213
Using Softkey To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod213
Repeat Functionality214
Mp3 (Radio With Cd/Dvd)215
Shuffle Functionality215
Playing An Mp3/Wma File From A Disc (In Either The Dvd Or Cd Slot)217
Using Softkeys To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod220
Auxiliary Devices222
Using The 3.5 Mm (1/8 In) Auxiliary Input Jack222
Rear Seat Infortainment223
Rear Seat Entertainment (Rse) System223
Using The Usb Port223
Before Driving (Rse)224
Parental Control224
Headphones224
Battery Replacement (Headphones)225
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks226
How To Change The Rse Video Screen Settings226
Audio Output226
Video Screen227
Remote Control227
Battery Replacement (Remote Control)230
Infotainment Tips And Troubleshooting230
Dvd Display Error Messages231
Rear Seat Audio (Rsa) System232
Dvd Distortion232
Cleaning The Rse Overhead Console232
Cleaning The Video Screen232
Phone234
Bluetooth234
Prog (Program)234
Voice Recognition234
Bluetooth Controls235
Pairing235
Listing All Paired And Connected Phones236
Deleting A Paired Phone236
Linking To A Different Phone236
Storing Name Tags237
Using The Store Command237
Deleting Name Tags238
Using The Digit Store Command238
Using The Directory Command238
Using The Delete All Name Tags Command239
Making A Call239
Using The Dial Command239
Using The Digit Dial Command240
Using The Call Command240
Receiving A Call241
Call Waiting241
Using The Re-Dial Command241
Three-Way Calling242
Ending A Call242
Muting A Call242
Transferring A Call242
Voice Pass-Thru243
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (Dtmf) Tones243
Sending A Number During A Call243
Sending A Stored Name Tag During A Call243
Clearing The Bluetooth System244
Climate Control Systems245
Temperature Control246
Air Delivery Mode Control246
Defrost246
Air Conditioning246
Rear Window Defogger247
Recirculation247
Dual Automatic Climate Control System248
Auto (Automatic)249
Driver Side Temperature Control249
Passenger Side Temperature Control250
Manual Operation - Fan Control/Air Delivery Mode250
Sensors253
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control Only)254
Mimic Mode254
Independent Mode254
Fan Control254
Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate With Rear Seat Audio)255
Air Vents256
Driving And Operation257
Defensive Driving258
Drunk Driving258
Control Of A Vehicle259
Braking259
Power Steering260
Variable Effort Steering260
Steering Tips260
Steering In Emergencies260
Off-Road Recovery261
Loss Of Control261
Skidding261
Driving On Wet Roads262
Highway Hypnosis263
Hill And Mountain Roads263
Hydroplaning263
Other Rainy Weather Tips263
Winter Driving264
Driving On Snow Or Ice264
Blizzard Conditions265
If The Vehicle Is Stuck266
Vehicle Load Limits266
Tire And Loading Information Label267
To Determine Correct Load Limit268
Certification/Tire Label269
Starting And Operating271
New Vehicle Break-In271
Ignition Positions271
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)272
Starting The Engine273
Engine Heater274
To Use The Engine Coolant Heater274
Shifting Into Park275
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running275
Torque Lock275
Shifting Out Of Park276
Parking Over Things That Burn276
Engine Exhaust277
Running The Vehicle While Parking277
Automatic Transmission278
P (Park)278
R (Reverse)279
N (Neutral)279
D (Drive)279
Manual Mode280
Tow/Haul Mode280
Electronic Range Select (Ers) Mode280
Drive Systems281
Automatic Engine Grade281
All-Wheel Drive281
Antilock Brake System (Abs)281
Parking Brake282
Braking In Emergencies282
Ride Control System283
Brake Assist283
Stabilitrak System283
Traction Control Operation285
Setting Cruise Control286
Resuming A Set Speed287
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control287
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control287
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control287
Object Detection Systems288
Ultrasonic Parking Assist288
Using Cruise Control On Hills288
Ending Cruise Control/Erasing Speed Memory288
When The Urpa System Does Not Seem To Work Properly289
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)290
Vehicles Without Navigation System290
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System Off Or On290
Vehicles With Navigation System291
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System On Or Off291
Adjusting The Brightness And Contrast Of The Screen291
Symbols (Navigation System)292
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages292
Service Rear Vision Camera Message292
Rear Vision Camera Location292
When The Rear Vision System Does Not Seem To Work Properly293
Fuel294
Recommended Fuel295
Gasoline Specifications295
Fuels In Foreign Countries296
Fuel Additives296
Filling The Tank297
Towing299
Filling A Portable Fuel Container299
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips300
Pulling A Trailer300
Driving With A Trailer301
Towing With A Stability Control System301
Following Distance302
Passing302
Backing Up302
Making Turns/Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer302
Driving On Grades303
Parking On Hills303
Leaving After Parking On A Hill304
Maintenance When Trailer Towing304
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing304
Weight Of The Trailer304
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue305
Towing Equipment307
Total Weight On The Vehicle's Tires307
Hitches307
Weight-Distributing Hitches And Weight Carrying Hitches308
Safety Chains308
Trailer Brakes308
Trailer Wiring Harness308
Conversions And Add-Ons309
Add-On Electrical Equipment309
Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Provisions309
Vehicle Care311
Accessories And Modifications313
Vehicle Checks314
Doing Your Own Service Work314
Hood Opening315
Engine Compartment Overview316
Engine Cover317
Checking Engine Oil318
When To Add Engine Oil318
What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use319
Cold Temperature Operation319
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes320
When To Change Engine Oil320
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System320
Automatic Transmission Fluid321
What To Do With Used Oil321
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspection322
Cooling System324
Engine Coolant324
What Coolant To Use325
Checking Coolant325
How To Add Coolant To The Recovery Tank326
How To Add Coolant To The Radiator326
Engine Overheating328
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment329
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment329
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode330
Power Steering Fluid Check330
Washer Fluid331
Brakes332
Brake Pedal Travel332
Brake Adjustment332
Replacing Brake System Parts332
Brake Fluid333
Battery Care334
Vehicle Storage334
Starter Switch Check335
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check335
Ignition Transmission Lock Check335
Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check336
Headlamp Aiming337
Backglass Wiper Blade337
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidmarker, And Stoplamps338
Electrical System Overload339
Replacement Bulbs339
High Voltage Devices And Wiring339
Fuses And Circuit Breakers340
Engine Compartment Fuse Block340
Headlamp Wiring340
Windshield Wipers340
Instrument Panel Fuse Block343
Tires346
Tire Sidewall Labeling346
Tire Designations348
Tire Size348
Tire Terminology And Definitions349
Tire Pressure352
Tire Pressure Monitor System353
Tire Pressure Checks353
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation354
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message356
Tpms Sensor Matching Process356
Tire Inspection358
Tire Rotation358
When It Is Time For New Tires359
Buying New Tires360
Different Size Tires And Wheels361
Uniform Tire Quality Grading362
Treadwear 200 Traction Aa Temperature A362
Treadwear362
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance363
Traction - Aa, A, B, C363
Temperature - A, B, C363
Wheel Replacement364
Tire Chains365
Used Replacement Wheels365
If A Tire Goes Flat366
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Info368
To Use The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit To Seal A Tire370
Using Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Without Sealant To Inflate Tire373
Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit375
Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister375
Tire Changing376
Removing The Spare Tire377
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire379
Storing The Spare Tire382
Storing The Flat Tire383
Secondary Latch System385
Storing The Tools385
Compact Spare Tire387
Jump Starting388
Jumper Cable Removal391
Towing The Vehicle392
Recreational Vehicle Towing392
Dinghy Towing393
Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)394
Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only)395
Towing The Vehicle From The Rear395
Appearance Care396
Exterior Care396
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses396
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts396
Weatherstrips397
Wheels And Trim - Aluminium Or Chrome397
Windshield And Wiper Blades Cleaning398
Tires Cleaning398
Interiror Care399
Sheet Metal Damage/Finish Damage399
Underbody Maintenance399
Chemical Paint Spotting399
Fabric/Carpet Cleaning400
Leather Cleaning401
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces401
Floot Mats Care402
Care Of Safety Belts402
Service And Maintenance403
Scheduled Maintenance404
When The Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays404
Maintenance I/Ii405
Additional Required Services406
At Each Fuel Stop406
Once A Month406
Once A Year406
First Engine Oil Change After Every 40 000 Km/25,000 Miles407
First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 Km/50,000 Miles407
First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 Km/100,000 Mile407
First Engine Oil Change After Every 240 000 Km/150,000 Miles407
Maintenance Table408
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants409
Maintenance Replacement Parts411
Technical Data415
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)415
Engine Identification415
Service Parts Identification Label415
Vehicle Data416
Capacities And Specifications416
Engine Specifications417
Engine Drive Belt Routing417
Customer Information419
Index437