Table Of Contents - Chevrolet 2011 Traverse Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System10
Remote Vehicle Start10
Starting The Vehicle10
Door Locks11
Liftgate11
Power Door Locks11
Power Liftgate11
Windows12
Seat Adjustment12
Manual Seats12
Power Seats13
Memory Features13
Storing Memory Positions13
Second Row Seats14
Easy Exit Driver Seat14
Third Row Seats15
Heated Sets15
Head Restraint Adjustment15
Heated Front Seats15
Safety Belt16
Sensing System For Passenger Airbag16
Mirror Adjustment17
Exterior Mirrors17
Interior Mirror17
Steering Wheel Adjustment18
Interior Lighting18
Dome Lamps18
Dome Lamp Override18
Exterior Lighting19
Windshield Wiper/Washer19
Reading Lamps19
Climate Controls20
Rear Window Wiper/Washer20
Dual Automatic Climate Control System21
Vehicle Features22
Electronic Range Select (Ers) Mode22
Satellite Radio23
Storing A Favorite Station23
Setting The Clock23
Xm Satellite Radio Service23
Portable Audio Devices24
Steering Wheel Controls24
Bluetooth24
Cruise Control25
Navigation System25
Driver Information Center25
Storage Compartments26
Power Outlets26
Performance And Maintenance27
Sunroof27
Stabilitrak System27
Tire Pressure Monitor27
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit28
Engine Oil Life System28
Resetting The Oil Life System28
Driving For Better Fuel Economy29
Roadside Assistance Program29
Onstar30
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls31
Keys, Doors And Windows33
Keys34
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 Work39
Delayed Locking40
Automatic Door Locks40
Lockout Protection40
Safety Locks40
Doors41
Manual Liftgate Operation41
Power Liftgate Operation42
Obstacle Detection Features43
Vehicle Security44
Manual Operation Of Power Liftgate44
Anti-Theft Alarm System44
Testing The Alarm45
Immobilizer46
Immobilizer Operation46
Convex Mirrors48
Power Mirrors48
Folding Mirrors48
Heated Mirrors48
Park Tilt Mirrors49
Driving With The Blind Spot Mirror49
Using The Outside Mirror With The Blind Spot Mirror49
Interior Mirrors50
Manual Rearview Mirror50
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror50
Cleaning The Mirror50
Power Windows51
Express-Up/Express-Down Windows52
Programming The Power Windows52
Anti-Pinch Feature52
Window Lockout52
Sun Visors53
Manual Sunshades54
Rear Power Sunshade54
Seats And Restraints55
Head Restraints56
Front Seats57
Power Seat Adjustment58
Memory Seat And Mirrors58
Memory Remote Recall59
Lumbar Adjustment60
Manual Lumbar60
Power Lumbar60
Reclining Seatbacks61
Manual Reclining Seatbacks62
Power Reclining Seatbacks63
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats64
Remote Start Heated Seats64
Rear Seats65
Entering And Exiting The Third Row65
Returning The Seat To The Searing Position66
Reclining The Seatbacks66
Folding The Rear Seat66
Adjusting The Seats67
Removing The Third Row Seats69
Installing The Third Row Seats69
Safety Belts70
Why Safety Belts Work71
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts72
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly73
Lap-Shoulder Belt78
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster80
Safety Belt Pretensioners80
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides81
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy83
Safety Belt Extender83
Safety System Check84
Safety Belt Care84
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash84
Airbag System85
Where Are The Airbags?87
When Shoulder An Airbag Inflate?89
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?90
How Does An Airbag Restrain?91
What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates?92
Passenger Sensing System93
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint96
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Size Occupant97
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation97
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle98
Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle99
Airbag System Check100
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash100
Child Restraints101
Older Children101
Infants And Young Children103
Child Restraint Systems106
Rear-Facing Infant Seat106
Forward-Facing Child Seat106
Booster Seats106
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle107
Where To Put The Restraint108
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint108
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children110
Lower Anchors110
Top Tether Anchor111
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)117
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)120
Storage123
Cupholders123
Armrest Storage123
Glove Box123
Center Console Storage124
Floor Console Storage124
Additional Storage Features125
Cargo Cover125
Cargo Tie Downs125
Cargo Management System126
Convenience Net126
Roof Rack System127
Instruments And Controls129
Table Of Contents129
Horn132
Rear Window Wiper134
Compass134
Compass Zone134
Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure134
Washer134
Compass Calibration135
Compass Calibration Procedure135
Clock136
To Adjust The Time And Date136
Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternating Current137
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators138
Instrument Cluster139
Speedometer140
Odometer140
Tachometer140
Fuel Gauge140
Engine Coolant Temperature141
Voltmeter Gauge141
Safety Belt Reminders142
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light142
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light142
Airbag Readiness Light143
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator143
Charging System Light144
Malfunction Indicator Lamp144
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs146
Light On Steady146
Brake System Warning Light147
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light148
Tow/Haul Mode Light148
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light149
Tire Pressure Light149
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light149
Engine Oil Pressure Light150
When The Light Flashes First And Then Is On Steady150
Security Light151
High-Beam On Light151
Cruise Control Light151
Driver Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)152
Information Displays Driver Information Center (Dic) (With Dic Buttons)152
Vehicle Information Menu Items153
Oil Life153
Park Assist153
Units154
Front Tire Or Rear Tires154
Compass Zone Setting154
Compass Recalibration154
Range155
Avg (Average0 Economy155
Timer156
Fuel Used156
Fuel Economy156
Without Dic Buttons157
Vehicle Messages159
Display Language159
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages160
Brake System Messages160
Cruise Control Messages160
Door Ajar Messages160
Engine Cooling System Messages161
Hood Open161
Liftgate Open161
Passenger Door Open161
Engine Oil Messages162
Engine Overheated Idle Engine162
Engine Overheated Stop Engine162
Change Engine Oil Soon162
Engine Power Messages163
Fuel System Messages163
Key And Lock Messages164
Lamp Messages164
Object Detection System164
Replace Battery In Remote Key164
Ride Control System Messages165
Airbag System Messages165
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages165
Traction Control Off165
Service Vehicle Messages166
Tire Messages166
Service Power Steering166
Service Vehicle Soon166
Transmission Messages167
Service Tire Monitor System167
Tire Learning Active167
All Wheel Drive Off167
Vehicle Reminder Messages168
Vehicle Speed Messages168
Washer Fluid Messages168
Transmission Hot Idle Engine168
Vehicle Personalization169
Entering The Feature Settings Menu169
Feature Settings Menu Items169
Display In English169
With Dic Buttons169
Auto Door Lock170
Auto Door Unlock170
Remote Door Lock171
Remote Door Unlock172
Delay Door Lock172
Lights Off172
No Change172
Exit Lighting173
Approach Lighting173
Chime Volume174
Easy Exit Seat174
Passenger Mirror174
Memory Seat Recall175
Factory Settings175
Universal Remote System176
Universal Remote System Programming176
Exit Feature Settings176
Exiting The Feature Settings Menu176
Programming The Universal Home Remote System177
Gate Operator And Canadian Programming179
Universal Remote System Operation180
Using Universal Remote180
Erasing Universal Remote Buttons180
Reprogramming A Single Universal Remote Button180
Exterior Lamp Controls181
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer182
Flash-To-Pass182
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System183
Delayed Headlamps183
Hazard Warning Flashers183
Turn And Lane-Change Signals184
Instrument Panel Illumination Control184
Turn Signal On Chime184
Lighting Features185
Courtesy Lamps185
Entry Lighting185
Delayed Entry Lighting186
Delayed Exit Lighting186
Parade Dimming186
Battery Load Management186
Battery Power Protection187
Infotainment System189
Theft-Deterrent Feature190
Radios With Cd, Dvd And Usb191
Playing The Radio191
Speed Compensated Volume192
Setting The Tone193
Adjusting The Speakers193
Radio194
Radio Messages194
Am-Fm Radio194
Radio Data System (Rds)194
Storing A Radio Station As Favorite195
Finding A Category Station196
Xm Radio Messages198
Radio Reception199
Cellular Phone Usage199
Audio Players200
Multi-Band Antenna200
Playing A Cd200
Care Of Cds201
Care Of The Cd Player201
Playing An Mp3/Wma Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Disc201
Cd Messages202
Cd/Dvd Player202
Using The Dvd Player206
Playing A Dvd206
Dvd-V Display Buttons207
Dvd-A Display Buttons207
Inserting A Disc208
Stopping And Resuming208
Dvd Error Messages209
Ejecting A Disc209
Compressed Audio Or Mixed Mode Discs209
Usb Supported File And Folder Structure210
Root Directory210
Empty Folder210
Order Of Play210
Playing A Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Mp3211
Preprogrammed Playlists211
Connecting A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod212
Using The Radio To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod213
Using Softkeys To Control A Usb Storage Or Ipod213
Repeat Functionality214
Mp3215
Format215
File System And Naming217
Rear Seat Infotainment223
Parental Control223
Before Driving223
Headphones224
Audio/Video Jacks225
Audio Output226
How To Change The Rse Video Screen Settings226
Video Screen226
Remote Control227
Tips And Troubleshooting Chart230
Dvd Display Error Messages231
Rear Seat Audio (Rsa) System232
Dvd Distortion232
Cleaning The Rse Overhead Console232
Phone234
Bluetooth Controls235
Pairing235
Storing And Deleting Phone Numbers236
Listing All Paired And Connected Phones236
Deleting A Paired Phone236
Making A Call237
Using The Store Command237
Using The Digit Store Command237
Using The Delete Command237
Using The Dial Or Call Command238
Using The Digit Dial Command238
Using The Re-Dial Command238
Call Waiting238
Three-Way Calling239
Ending A Call239
Muting A Call239
Transferring A Call239
Voice Pass-Thru240
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones240
Clearing The System240
Temperature Control242
Air Delivery Mode Control242
Rear Window Defogger243
Automatic Operation245
Manual Operation246
Driver Side Temperature Control246
Passenger Side Temperature Control246
Air Conditioning247
Sensors249
Rear Climate Control System250
Independent Mode250
Fan Control250
Air Vents252
Operation Tips252
Driving And Operating253
Driving Information254
Defensive Driving254
Control Of A Vehicle255
Braking255
Variable Effort Steering256
Steering Tips256
Steering In Emergencies256
Off-Road Recovery257
Loss Of Control257
Skidding258
Driving On Wet Roads259
Hydroplaning259
Other Rainy Weather Tips259
Highway Hypnosis259
Hill And Mountain Roads260
Winter Driving261
Driving On Snow Or Ice261
Blizzard Conditions261
If The Vehicle Is Stuck263
Rocking The Vehicle To Get It Out263
Vehicle Load Limits264
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit265
Certification/Tire Label266
Starting And Operating268
New Vehicle Break-In268
Ignition Positions268
Retained Accessory Power270
Starting The Engine270
Engine Heater271
To Use The Engine Coolant Heater271
Shifting Into Park272
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running272
Shifting Out Of Park273
Torque Lock273
Parking Over Things That Burn274
Engine Exhaust274
Running The Vehicle While Parked275
Automatic Transmission276
Manual Mode278
Electronic Range Select Mode278
Drive Systems279
Tow/Haul Mode279
Automatic Engine Grade Braking279
All-Wheel Drive279
Brakes280
Antilock Brake System280
Using Abs280
Braking In Emergencies280
Parking Brake281
Brake Assist281
Ride Control Systems282
Traction Control Operation283
Setting Cruise Control284
Resuming A Set Speed285
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control285
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control285
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control285
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)288
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System Off Or On289
Vehicles With Navigation System289
Turning The Rear Vision Camera System On Or Off289
Adjusting The Brightness And Contrast Of The Screen290
Symbols290
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages290
Rear Vision Camera Location291
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly291
Fuel292
Recommended Fuel293
Gasoline Specifications293
California Fuel Requirements293
Fuels In Foreign Countries294
Fuel Additives294
Filling The Tank296
Filling A Portable Fuel Container297
Towing298
Pulling A Trailer299
Driving With A Trailer299
Towing With A Stability Control System299
Following Distance301
Passing301
Backing Up301
Making Turns301
Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer302
Driving On Grades302
Parking On Hills303
Leaving After Parking On A Hill303
Trailer Towing304
Maintenance When Trailer Towing304
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing304
Weight Of The Trailer304
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue305
Total Weight On The Vehicle's Tires306
Towing Equipment307
Hitches307
Safety Chains307
Trailer Brakes307
Trailer Wiring Harness308
Basic Trailer Wiring308
Conversions And Add-Ons309
Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Provisions309
Add-On Electrical Equipment309
Vehicle Care311
General Information312
Accessories And Modifications313
Vehicle Checks314
Hood315
Engine Compartment Overview316
Engine Cover317
Engine Oil318
Checking Engine Oil318
When To Add Engine Oil318
Selecting The Right Engine Oil319
Viscosity Grade319
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes320
What To Do With Used Oil320
When To Change Engine Oil321
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System321
Automatic Transmission Fluid322
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter322
When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter322
How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter322
Cooling System324
Engine Coolant324
Checking Coolant326
How To Add Coolant To The Recovery Tank326
How To Add Coolant To The Radiator327
Engine Overheating328
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment329
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment330
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode330
Power Steering Fluid331
When To Check Power Steering Fluid331
How To Check Power Steering Fluid331
Washer Fluid332
Adding Washer Fluid332
Brake Pedal Travel333
Brake Adjustment333
Replacing Brake System Parts333
Brake Fluid334
Battery336
Starter Switch Check336
Vehicle Storage336
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check337
Ignition Transmission Lock Check337
Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check338
Wiper Blade Replacement338
Headlamp Aiming339
Bulb Replacement339
Halogen Bulbs339
Backglass Wiper Blade339
Electrical System341
High Voltage Devices And Wiring341
Electrical System Overload341
Replacement Bulbs341
Fuses And Circuit Breakers342
Engine Compartment Fuse Block342
Headlamp Wiring342
Windshield Wipers342
Wheels And Tires348
Tire Sidewall Labeling349
Tire Ply Material350
Temporary Use350
Tire Identification Number350
Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit350
Tire Designations351
Tire Size351
Tire Terminology And Definitions351
Air Pressure351
Maximum Load Rating353
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight353
Normal Occupant Weight353
Outward Facing Sidewall353
Tire Pressure354
Vehicle Capacity Weight354
Vehicle Maximum Load On The Tire354
Tire Pressure Monitor System355
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation357
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message358
Tpms Sensor Matching Process359
Tire Inspection360
Tire Rotation360
When It Is Time For New Tires362
Different Size Tires And Wheels364
Uniform Tire Quality Grading365
Treadwear365
Traction366
Temperature366
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance366
Wheel Replacement367
Used Replacement Wheels367
Tire Chains368
If A Tire Goes Flat368
Tire Sealant372
Restoring The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit378
Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister378
Tire Changing379
Removing Tools379
Removing The Spare Tire379
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire381
Storing The Spare Tire385
Storing The Flat Tire386
Secondary Latch System388
Storing The Tools388
Copmact Spare Tire390
Jump Starting391
Recreational Vehicle Towing395
Dinghy Towing396
Dolly Towing397
Appearance Care399
Exterior Care399
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses399
Finish Care399
Washing The Vehicle400
Weatherstrips400
Wheels And Trim - Aluminum Or Chrome400
Windshield And Wiper Blades401
Tires401
Interior Care402
Sheet Metal Damage402
Finish Damage402
Underbody Maintenance402
Fabric/Carpet403
Leather404
Floor Mats405
Care Of Safety Belts405
Button Retainer406
Knob Retainer406
Service And Maintenance407
Scheduled Maintenance408
Rotation Of New Tires408
When The Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays408
Every Engine Oil Change409
Additional Required Services410
Every 12 000 Km/7.500 Miles410
At Each Fuel Stop410
Once A Month410
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants412
Maintenance Replacement Parts414
Technical Data419
Vehicle Identification419
Vehicle Identification Number419
Service Parts Identification Label419
Vehicle Data420
Capacities And Specifications420
Engine Drive Belt Routing421
Customer Information423
Courtesy Transportation Program433
Transportation Options433
Collision Damage Repair434
Courtesy Rental Vehicle434
Additional Program Information434
Collision Parts434
Repair Facility435
Insuring Your Vehicle435
If A Crash Occurs436
Managing The Vehicle Damage Repair Process436
Reporting Safety Defects438
Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy439
Event Data Recorders439
Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)441
Radio Frequency Statement441
Index443