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Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

10603118) - 2018 - crc - 8/25/17

Seats and Restraints

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Warning

Remove the child from the child
restraint before moving the seat
forward for third row entry or exit.
Failure to do so may result in
injury to the child.

1. Remove objects on the floor in

front of the second row seat,
or in the seat tracks on the
floor.

Captain

’

s Chair Shown, Bench

Similar

2. Pull the handle on the top or

side of the seat forward and
pull the seat forward.

Returning the Seat to the
Seating Position

To return the second row seat to its
normal seating position:

1. Remove objects on the floor

behind the second row seat or
in the seat tracks on the floor.

2. Push on the seatback until the

seat is locked into place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback

and seat cushion to make sure
they are locked in place.

4. Check that the seat belt is not

under the seat cushion.

Reclining the Seatbacks

To recline the seatbacks:

1. Leaning rearward in the seat,

pull the reclining seatback
lever.

2. Move the seatback to the

desired position, and then
release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.

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Summary of Contents for Traverse 2018

Page 1: ...23168733 B C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 18_CHEV_Traverse_COV_en_US_23168733B_2017SEP01 ai 1 8 25 2017 2 13 40 PM 18_CHEV_Traverse_COV_en_US_23168733B_2017SEP01 ai 1 8 25 2017 2 13 40 PM ...

Page 2: ...Brief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 31 Seats and Restraints 61 Storage 118 Instruments and Controls 123 Lighting 166 Infotainment System 175 Climate Controls 200 Driving and Operating 207 Vehicle Care 282 Service and Maintenance 364 Technical Data 377 Customer Information 381 Reporting Safety Defects 391 OnStar 395 Index 407 ...

Page 3: ... in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner s manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en...

Page 4: ...xt describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner s manual has additional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on th...

Page 5: ...g U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 4 Introduction Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power Remote Vehicle Start Seat Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak a Under Pressure M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...sher 19 Climate Controls 20 Transmission 20 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 21 Radio s 21 Satellite Radio 22 Portable Audio Devices 22 Bluetooth 22 Steering Wheel Controls 22 Cruise Control 23 Driver Information Center DIC 24 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 24 Forward Automatic Braking FAB 24 Front Pedestrian Braking FPB System 25 Lane Keep Assist LKA 25 Lane Change Alert LCA 25 Surround V...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 6 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 8: ...pped 11 Power Outlets 0 129 12 Wireless Charging 0 131 If Equipped 13 USB Port 0 184 Auxiliary Jack See Auxiliary Devices 0 190 14 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 239 Driver Mode Control Knob See Driver Mode Control 0 241 If Equipped Lane Keep Assist LKA 0 267 If Equipped 15 Electric Parking Brake 0 237 16 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 232 Manual Mode 0 234 17 Steering W...

Page 9: ...less Entry RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m 197 ft away from the vehicle With Remote Start and Power Liftgate Shown Press the button on the side of the RKE transmitter to remove the key The key can be used for all locks K Press to unlock the driver door or all doors depending on vehicle personalization settings For vehicles with the manual liftgate unlocking all doors will also unlock the liftg...

Page 10: ...on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start 0 38 Door Locks To lock or unlock the vehicle from the outside press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter To lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside press Q or K on the power door lock switch Pulling an interior door handle will unlock the door Pulling the handle again unlatches it Power Door ...

Page 11: ...is on the driver door The vehicle must be in P Park Choose the power liftgate mode by selecting MAX or 3 4 Press 8 The driver door must be unlocked On the RKE transmitter press b twice quickly until the liftgate starts moving Press any liftgate button while the liftgate is moving to stop it Pressing again reverses the direction To close press l on the bottom of the liftgate To disable the power li...

Page 12: ...ower the seat Use the lever 1 to adjust the seatback See Seat Adjustment 0 64 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 66 Power Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or ...

Page 13: ...and then press and release SET a beep will sound Then immediately press and hold 1 2 or B Exit on the driver door until two beeps sound To manually recall these positions press and hold 1 2 or B until the saved position is reached When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in vehicle personalization positions previously stored to memory buttons 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from off to...

Page 14: ... pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Push on the head restraint to return it to the upright locked position See Rear Seats 0 71 Third Row Seats Folding the Seatback To fold the third row seatback 1 Remove objects on the floor in front of or on the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor 2 If the second row seat is in the full rear position adjust it forward to allow the third...

Page 15: ...cle raise the seatback to the upright position using the pull strap on the back of the third row seat or lift the seatback and push it into place from inside the vehicle 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place 3 Reconnect the center seat belt mini latch to the mini buckle Do not let it twist 4 Pull on the seat belt to be sure the mini latch is secure Power Seatback Foldi...

Page 16: ... lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest If the heated seats are on high the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 70 The heated and ventilated front seats can also be programmed to come on during a remote start See Vehicle Personalization 0 154 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not driv...

Page 17: ...er mirror 2 Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction See Power Mirrors 0 53 Interior Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle Manual Rearview Mirror For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid the glare of the headlamps from behind See...

Page 18: ...hile driving Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel If equipped the control is on the left side of the steering column Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are in th...

Page 19: ...he lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps are over the rear seats Press the lamp lens to turn the rear reading lamps on or off For more information on interior lighting see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 171 Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column There are four posit...

Page 20: ... Windshield Wiper Washer With the ignition on or in ACC ACCESSORY move the lever to select the wiper speed HI Use for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes INT Move the windshield wiper lever to INT Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes OFF Use to turn the wipers off 1X For a single wipe briefly move the lever down For several wipes hold the lever down f Pull the leve...

Page 21: ...ar Window Defogger See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 200 For more information about the rear climate control see Rear Climate Control System 0 203 Transmission Electronic Range Select ERS Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top gear limit of the transmission and the vehicle s speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within...

Page 22: ... with the operation center stack controls and infotainment display controls Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability Set up your Bluetooth CarPlay or Android Auto device Some devi...

Page 23: ...om or call 1 888 601 6296 U S www siriusxm ca or call 1 877 438 9677 Canada See Satellite Radio 0 181 Portable Audio Devices This vehicle has USB ports in the center stack There is also a USB port in the storage area behind the radio if equipped External devices such as iPods MP3 players and USB storage devices may be connected There are also charging only USB ports on the rear of the center conso...

Page 24: ...on w or x Press to go to the next or previous selection V Press to select a highlighted menu option The favorite and volume switches are on the back of the steering wheel 1 Favorite When on a radio source press to select the next or previous favorite When on a media source press to select the next or previous track 2 Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume See Steering Wheel Controls 0 124...

Page 25: ...select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Driver Information Center DIC 0 150 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a green indicator V when a vehicle is detected ahead This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely When approaching a vehicle ahead too quic...

Page 26: ...marking is crossed The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering Override LKA by turning the steering wheel LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km h 37 mph and 180 km h 112 mph See Lane Departure Warning LDW 0 267 and Lane Keep Assist LKA 0 267 Lane Change Alert LCA If equipped the LCA system is a lane changing aid that assists drivers with avoid...

Page 27: ...o assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse It operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph RPA may show a warning triangle on the infotainment display and a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance In addition multiple beeps or seat pulses may occur if very close to an object The vehicle may also have the Front Parking Assist system See Assistance Systems fo...

Page 28: ... 1 to close the sunroof Release to stop at the desired position Tilt Switch Vent Feature Press E 2 to vent the sunroof Press again and hold to open the sunroof Release to stop at the desired position The sunshade automatically opens and will stay open Press g 2 to express close the sunroof Press again to stop the movement See Sunroof 0 59 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Sta...

Page 29: ...irst started and then turn off as the vehicle is driven This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 328 Tire Fill Alert If Equipped This feature provides visual and audible alerts outside...

Page 30: ...FE on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 150 2 Press and hold V on the DIC while the Oil Life display is active The oil life will change to 100 See Engine Oil Life System 0 291 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible On AWD vehicles see Driver Mode Control 0 241 Avoid fast starts and accelerate...

Page 31: ...co 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 30 In Brief Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 800 243 8872 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program See Roadside Assistance Program 0 385 ...

Page 32: ...irrors 53 Folding Mirrors 53 Heated Mirrors 54 Automatic Dimming Mirror 54 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 54 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 54 Manual Rearview Mirror 54 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 54 Rear Camera Mirror 55 Windows Windows 56 Power Windows 57 Sun Visors 59 Roof Sunroof 59 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is...

Page 33: ...less Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 391 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see ...

Page 34: ...tion 0 154 The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking has occurred See Vehicle Personalization 0 154 Pressing K may also disarm the theft deterrent system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 51 For vehicles with the manual liftgate unlocking all doors will also unlock the liftgate b If equipped press twice quickly to open or close the liftgate Press again to stop the power liftgate 7 Press ...

Page 35: ...f the following occur It has been more than five seconds since the first lock unlock button press Two lock unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed Keyless Unlocking Locking from Passenger Doors When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the door handle pressing the lock unlock button on that door hand...

Page 36: ... the DIC will display NO REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp three times This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven See Vehicle Personalization 0 154 Keyless Liftgate Opening Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work If a t...

Page 37: ...rs are not available follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters This feature is not available in Canada This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters you wish to program must be with you 1 Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle See Door Locks 0 40 Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into th...

Page 38: ...re programmed press and hold ENGINE START STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode 7 Put the key back into the transmitter Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery When the vehicle is started if the transmitter battery is weak the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY...

Page 39: ...with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter Remote Vehicle Start If equipped this feature allows the engine to be started from outside of the vehicle This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start The rear defog may come on during a remote start ba...

Page 40: ... by another 10 minutes if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the engine is still running An extension can be requested 30 seconds after starting This provides a total of 20 minutes The remote start can only be extended once When the remote start is extended the second 10 minute period is added on to the first 10 minutes for a total of 20 minutes A maximum of two remote st...

Page 41: ...an be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock the doors from the outside Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote K...

Page 42: ... 1 to the open position and hold it open until cap removal is complete 2 Insert the key into the slot 3 on the bottom of the cap 2 and lift the key upward 3 Move the cap 2 rearward and remove 4 Use the key in the cylinder To replace the cap 1 Pull the door handle 1 to the open position and hold it open until cap installation is complete 2 Insert the two tabs 6 at the back of the cap between the se...

Page 43: ...Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature has been turned off When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active The doors will lock automatically five seconds after...

Page 44: ...f RKE transmitters inside has not reduced the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch Unlocked Door Anti Lockout If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is turned on and the vehicle is off the driver door is open and locking is requested all the doors will lock ...

Page 45: ... gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully ope...

Page 46: ...ected or has low voltage the liftgate will not open The liftgate will resume operation when the battery is reconnected and charged Power Liftgate Operation Warning You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing Caution Driving with an open and unsecured liftgate may result in damage to the...

Page 47: ...over a short period of time If this occurs the liftgate can still be operated manually If the vehicle is shifted out of P Park while the power function is in progress the liftgate will continue to completion If the vehicle is accelerated before the liftgate has completed moving the liftgate may stop or reverse direction Check for DIC messages and make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before...

Page 48: ...ted again or closed manually Setting the 3 4 Mode To change the position the liftgate stops at when opening 1 Select MAX or 3 4 mode and power open the liftgate 2 Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch Manually adjust the liftgate position if needed 3 Press and hold l at the bottom of the liftgate until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds This indicat...

Page 49: ...ter away from the rear bumper detection area or turn the liftgate mode to OFF when cleaning or working near the rear bumper to avoid accidental opening Do not sweep your foot side to side Do not keep your foot under the bumper the liftgate will not activate Do not touch the liftgate until it has stopped moving This feature may be temporarily disabled under some conditions If the liftgate does not ...

Page 50: ...ll be reset The projected logo will not work under these conditions The vehicle battery is low The transmission is not in P Park Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to off in vehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 154 Power liftgate is turned off The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours or more with no RKE transmitter use or Keyless Access operation To re enable press any button on th...

Page 51: ...e for minimum 10 mins Operative On for 1 min Off until RKE button press or a door is opened and closed RKE Transmitter brought in and out of detection zone 5 times within 10 min Operative On for 1 min Off for 1 hour or until RKE button press or door is opened and closed Vehicle remains parked for more than 72 hours Operative Off Vehicle battery is low Non operative Off Transmission is not in P Par...

Page 52: ...system With a door open press the inside Q 3 After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30 second delay and immediately arm the alarm system The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key If the driver door is opened...

Page 53: ...equency Statement 0 391 Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the transmitter leaves the vehicle The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition is turned on or in ACC ACCESSORY and a valid Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is in the vehicle The secur...

Page 54: ...ansmitters see Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 32 Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Warning A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a v...

Page 55: ...ust for the glare of headlamps behind you Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with memory seats the passenger and or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R Reverse This allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking The mirror s return to the original position when The vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse or remains in R Reverse for about 30 seconds The ignition is tu...

Page 56: ...the area behind the vehicle while the display is off To adjust the brightness press the button 1 on the back of the rearview mirror without covering the light sensor 2 Each button press cycles the brightness between five settings Warning The Rear Camera Mirror RCM has a limited view Portions of the road vehicles and other objects may not be seen Do not drive or park the vehicle using only this cam...

Page 57: ...ealer for service The RCM may not work properly or display a clear image if There is glare from the sun or headlamps This may obstruct objects from view Dirt snow or other debris blocks the camera lens Clean the lens with a soft damp cloth The back of the vehicle has been damaged and the position and mounting angle of the camera has changed Windows Warning Never leave a child a helpless adult or a...

Page 58: ... power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter The power windows work when the ignition is on in ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 ...

Page 59: ...ll not reverse automatically You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before using automatic reversal system override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path When the engine is on override the automatic reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing Programming the Power Windows Programming may be...

Page 60: ...IDE 2 Vent Switch TILT Slide Switch Express Open Express Close Press and release D 1 to express open the sunroof The sunshade automatically opens and will stay open Press and release g 1 to express close the sunroof Open Close Manual Mode Fully press D 1 to open the sunroof The sunshade automatically opens and will stay open Release to stop at the desired position Fully press g 1 to close the sunr...

Page 61: ...atic Reversal System The sunroof has an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof is operated in express close mode If an object is in the path while express closing the reversal system will detect an object stop and open the sunroof again If frost or other conditions prevent closing override the feature by closing the sunroof in manual mode To stop movement release the switch...

Page 62: ... Belt System Parts after a Crash 84 Airbag System Airbag System 84 Where Are the Airbags 86 When Should an Airbag Inflate 88 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 89 How Does an Airbag Restrain 89 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 90 Passenger Sensing System 91 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 95 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 95 Airbag System Check 96 Replacing Airbag System...

Page 63: ...itions Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The height of the head restraint can be adjusted To raise or lower the head restraint press the button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint down and release the button Pull ...

Page 64: ...Restraint The head restraint can be folded rearward to allow for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied To fold the head restraint press the button on the side of the head restraint The head restraint will fold rearward automatically When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat always return the head restraint to the full upright position Pull the head restraint up and forward un...

Page 65: ...folding the seatback down the head restraint will automatically fold out of the way as the seat is folded down Return the lowered head restraint to the upright position until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure it is locked When an occupant is in the seat always return the head restraint to the upright position Pull the head restraint up and push it rearward until ...

Page 66: ...ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear o...

Page 67: ...otection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Manual Reclining Seatbacks Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sur...

Page 68: ... ignition on and then press and release SET a beep will sound Then immediately press and hold 1 2 or B Exit on the driver door until two beeps sound To manually recall these positions press and hold 1 2 or B until the saved position is reached The vehicle identifies the current driver s RKE transmitter number 1 8 See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 32 Only RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can ...

Page 69: ... vehicle with the initial key or RKE transmitter The DIC should display the other driver number not shown in step 1 Saving Memory Positions Read these instructions completely before saving memory positions To save preferred driving positions 1 and 2 1 Turn the ignition on or to ACC ACCESSORY A DIC welcome message may be displayed indicating number 1 or 2 for memory recalls 2 Adjust all available m...

Page 70: ...must be in P Park to initiate Auto Memory Recall Auto Memory Recall will complete if the vehicle is shifted out of P Park prior to reaching the stored memory position To stop Auto Memory Recall movement turn the ignition off or press any of the following memory controls Power seat Memory SET 1 2 or B Power mirror with the driver or passenger side mirror selected Power steering wheel If the stored ...

Page 71: ...overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown Heated Seat Buttons Similar If equipped the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack To operate the ignition must be on Press L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat Press or C if available to ventilate the driver or passenger seat A ventilated seat has a fan tha...

Page 72: ... the message REAR SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat Check before exiting the vehicle This feature will activate when a second row door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned on There will be an alert when the vehicle is turned off The alert does not directly det...

Page 73: ...re the seatback and seat base are locked Caution Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat To access the third row from the driver side bench seat only 1 Remove objects on the floor in front of or on the second row seat or in the seat...

Page 74: ... seat forward and pull the seat forward Returning the Seat to the Seating Position To return the second row seat to its normal seating position 1 Remove objects on the floor behind the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor 2 Push on the seatback until the seat is locked into place 3 Push and pull on the seatback and seat cushion to make sure they are locked in place 4 Check that the s...

Page 75: ...ture change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 70 If equipped the buttons are on the rear of the center console With the ignition on press M or L to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion An indicator on the climate control display appears when this feature is on This feature turns on at the highest setting With each ...

Page 76: ...at belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat To fold the third row seatback 1 Remove objects on the floor in front of or on the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor 2 If the second row seat is in the full rear position adjust it forward to allow the third row seat to fold fully flat 3 Remove anything on or under the seat 4 Disconnect the center ...

Page 77: ...rson sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Warning A seat belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the ...

Page 78: ...to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Always wear a seat belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts See Seat Belt Reminders 0 139 Why Seat Belts Work When riding in a vehicle you travel as fast as the vehicle does If the vehicle stops suddenly you keep going until som...

Page 79: ...istics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing seat belts There are important things to know about wearing a seat belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this appli...

Page 80: ...o see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may...

Page 81: ...he seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out If this happens pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing and then release it If the webbing is still locked in the retractor see your dealer Before a door is closed be sure the seat belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a seat belt damage can occur to both t...

Page 82: ...at Belt Comfort Guides Warning A seat belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Continued Warning Continued and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide added seat belt comf...

Page 83: ...e sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the seat belt can be removed from the guide Slide the guide back into its storage pocket on the side of the seatback Third Row Seating Positions Comfort guides are available through your dealer for the third row sea...

Page 84: ...ed for adults Never use it for securing child restraints For more information on the proper use and fit of seat belt extenders see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Safety System Check Periodically check the seat belt reminder seat belts buckles latch plates retractors shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped and seat belt anchorages to make sure they are all in working order Lo...

Page 85: ... soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of seat belts may not be necessary But the seat belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the seat belt assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the seat belt system was not being used at the time of the crash Have the seat belt pretensioners chec...

Page 86: ...ring your seat belt even with airbags Airbags are designed to work with seat belts not replace them Also airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash In some crashes seat belts are the only restraint See When Should an Airbag Inflate 0 88 Wearing your seat belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restr...

Page 87: ...ho are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Always secure children properly in the vehicle To read how see Older Children 0 97 or Infants and Young Children 0 99 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there ...

Page 88: ...passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second and third row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force ...

Page 89: ...system determine the severity of the impact Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast...

Page 90: ...e vehicle damage or repair costs What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag module For airbag locations see Where Are the Airbags 0 86 How Does an ...

Page 91: ...hould get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning fl...

Page 92: ...g System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started The words ON and OFF will be visible during the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or OFF will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 141 The passenger sensing sy...

Page 93: ...passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag if The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines an infant is present in a child restraint A front outboard passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger sensi...

Page 94: ... Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 113 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 115 Make sure the seat belt retractor is locked by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor when installing the child restraint even if the child restraint is equipped with a seat belt lock off When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tigh...

Page 95: ...ocking feature will be engaged This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult sized occupants If this happens unbuckle the belt let the belt go back all the way and then buckle the belt again without pulling the belt out all the way 6 Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes after the on indicator is...

Page 96: ...rbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information 0 390 Warning For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an...

Page 97: ...enger Sensing System 0 91 If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 336 for additional important information If you have to modify your vehicle because you have a disability and you have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle s airbag system or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle ...

Page 98: ...e outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s seat belts The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap s...

Page 99: ...elt 0 79 According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use seat belts properly Warning Never allow more than one child to wear the same seat belt The seat belt cannot properly spread the impact for...

Page 100: ...ulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Continued Warning Continued Never leave children unattended in a vehicle...

Page 101: ... in a rear seat If a forward facing child restraint must be secured in the front passenger seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go If a child restraint is installed in the second row center seat move the second row seat to the rearward position whenever possible to minimize contact with the front center airbag Child restraints are devices used to restrain seat or positi...

Page 102: ...dlers should be secured in a rear facing child restraint until age two or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint Warning A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area tha...

Page 103: ... 0 97 Securing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s seat belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chanc...

Page 104: ...office Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in an appropriate ch...

Page 105: ... on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent seat belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the seat belt Wherever a child restraint is installed be sure to follow the instructions ...

Page 106: ...of the child plus the child restraint is 29 5 kg 65 lbs Use the seat belt alone instead of the LATCH anchorage system once the combined weight is more than 29 5 kg 65 lbs See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 113 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 115 Child restraints built after March 2014 will be labeled with the specific child weigh...

Page 107: ...r 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment hook 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and fo...

Page 108: ...chor Second Row Captain s Chairs Shown Bench Similar The top tether anchors are on the rear of the seatback for each seating position in the second row Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Third Row The top tether anchors are on the rear of the seatback for each seating position in the third row Be sure to use an ...

Page 109: ... than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the ret...

Page 110: ...rs and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether 1 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation at the end of this section 2 Attach and tighten the lower attachme...

Page 111: ...s and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the he...

Page 112: ...ther around the head restraint 4 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation The second row outboard head restraints can be removed ...

Page 113: ...aint 1 Insert the head restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback The notches on the posts must face the driver side of the vehicle 2 Push the head restraint down 3 Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure ...

Page 114: ...ldren LATCH System 0 104 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be att...

Page 115: ...ul to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System ...

Page 116: ...int can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passen...

Page 117: ... or the seatback to an upright position if needed to get a tight installation of the child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 141 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up th...

Page 118: ...to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more tha...

Page 119: ...121 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage If equipped with storage behind the radio press P and hold to open There is a charging only USB port inside See USB Port 0 184 Press P and hold again to close Caution To avoid damage do not manually for...

Page 120: ...re is a removable organizer on top of the storage bin The center console also has the following A forward bin An open storage bin on the back of the console There are also charging only USB ports on the rear of the center console and in the third row seating area See Power Outlets 0 129 and USB Port 0 184 Additional Storage Features Cargo Management System Lift the load floor to access the cargo m...

Page 121: ... organize storage in the cargo area There are two convenience hooks that can support up to 5 kg 11 lb After storing items in the cargo management system make sure to properly latch the load floor Removal Procedure To access the spare tire the cargo management system must be removed 1 Open the cargo cover 2 Remove the four wing nuts 3 Lift up on the handles on both sides to remove the cargo managem...

Page 122: ...ts Someone could be injured Be sure to return the cover to the closed position and latch before driving Roof Rack System Warning If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn off and this could cause a collision and da...

Page 123: ...f cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds sudden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on rough roads or at high speeds occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the carg...

Page 124: ... 142 Brake System Warning Light 144 Electric Parking Brake Light 144 Service Electric Parking Brake Light Uplevel Only 144 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 145 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 145 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 145 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator 146 Traction Off Light 146 StabiliTrak OFF Light 146 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 146 Tire Pressure Light 147 Engine Oil Pressure ...

Page 125: ...coping Steering Wheel If equipped the control is on the left side of the steering column Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down Push the control forward or rearward to move the steering wheel toward the front or rear of the vehicle Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls If equipped some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel ...

Page 126: ...t the next or previous favorite When on a media source press to select the next or previous track 2 Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume Heated Steering Wheel If equipped press to turn it on or off A light next to the button displays when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating If equipped with a remote start heated steering wheel the heate...

Page 127: ...asher had been activated See Washer Fluid 0 299 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir Warning In freezing weather do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and windshield before using them If frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw ...

Page 128: ... in N Neutral or the vehicle speed has increased Reverse Gear Wipes If the rear wiper control is off the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the vehicle is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes If the rear wiper control is off the vehicle is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes then the rear wiper a...

Page 129: ...ew time zone 1 Press then touch SETTINGS 2 Touch Time and Date then Auto Set 3 Choose from the available selections 4 Touch 0 Setting the 12 24 Hour Format 1 Press then touch SETTINGS 2 Touch Time and Date then select 12h or 24h format 3 Touch 0 Setting the Month and Day Format 1 Press then touch SETTINGS 2 Touch Time and Date then Set Date Format 3 Select DD MM YYYY day month year MM DD YYYY mont...

Page 130: ...er Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current The vehicle has two 12 volt outlets that can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The power outlets are located On the center stack below the climate controls In the rear cargo area Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace when not in use There are also charging only USB ports on the rear of the center console and in th...

Page 131: ...ion is on equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet and no system fault is detected The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is off or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset ...

Page 132: ...vices If you have one it is Continued Warning Continued recommended to consult with your doctor before using the wireless charging system The vehicle must be on in ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active The wireless charging feature may not correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 228 The operating temperature is 20 C 4 F to 60...

Page 133: ...o the source code all referred license terms warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution such as the cost of media shipping and handling upon email request to opensource lge com This offer is valid for three 3 years from the date on which you p...

Page 134: ...EGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning lights come on br...

Page 135: ...Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 134 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 136: ...Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 Instruments and Controls 135 Uplevel English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 137: ...hange the audio source Use w or x to change the station or go to the next or previous track Phone Press V to select the Phone app then press p to enter the Phone menu In the Phone menu if there is no active phone call view recent calls or scroll through contacts If there is an active call mute the phone or switch to handset operation Navigation Press V to select the Navigation app then press p to ...

Page 138: ...r hour km h or miles per hour mph Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either kilometers or miles Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 150 Tachometer The tachometer displays th...

Page 139: ...left but the fuel tank should be filled soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service station the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the...

Page 140: ...rmal driving conditions pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating 0 298 Seat Belt Reminders Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt Then the light stays on solid...

Page 141: ...onic device To turn off the reminder light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the seat belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor s the passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on ...

Page 142: ... system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer for service Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoi...

Page 143: ...on control system may not work as well the fuel economy may be lower and the vehicle may not run smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Modifications to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications can cause this light to come on This could lead t...

Page 144: ...he light off See Fuel 0 269 If the light remains on see your dealer Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection Maintenance test the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Connecting devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspecti...

Page 145: ...riving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Electric Parking Brake Light Metric English This light comes on when the parking brake is applied If the light continues flashing after the parking brake is released or while driving there is a problem wit...

Page 146: ... brakes are not functioning If both the ABS and the brake system warning light are on the vehicle s antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes See your dealer for service See Brake System Warning Light 0 144 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light If equipped this light is green if LKA is available to assist LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehi...

Page 147: ...button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel speed will be limited when necessary to protect the driveline from damage Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 239 StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer ...

Page 148: ...essage may also display Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 326 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute 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 See Tire P...

Page 149: ...have some other system problem See your dealer Low Fuel Warning Light Base Level Metric Shown English Similar This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on as a check to indicate it is working If it does not come on have it fixed The low fuel warning light comes on and a chime sounds when the vehicle is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added to the fuel tank Low ...

Page 150: ...his light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 168 IntelliBeam Light This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system if equipped is enabled See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 166 Front Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps 0 170 for more information Lamps...

Page 151: ...nter of the instrument cluster in the Info app See Instrument Cluster 0 134 The displays show the status of many vehicle systems The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control w or x Press to move up or down in a list o or p Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster V Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain scr...

Page 152: ...y is active to reset the trip odometer and the average fuel economy Trip A and Trip B can also be reset by pressing p and choosing reset Fuel Range Shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of ...

Page 153: ...played below the bar graph is the best average fuel economy that has been achieved for the selected distance The selected distance is displayed at the top of the page as last xxx mi km Press p to select the distance or reset best value Use w and x to choose the distance and press V Press w and x to select Reset Best Score Press V to reset the best average fuel economy After reset the best value di...

Page 154: ...action is performed All messages should be taken seriously clearing the message does not correct the problem If a SERVICE message appears see your dealer Follow the instructions given in the messages The system displays messages regarding the following topics Service Messages Fluid Levels Vehicle Security Brakes Ride Control Systems Driver Assistance Systems Cruise Control Lighting and Bulb Replac...

Page 155: ...stem controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features The following are all possible personalization features Depending on the vehicle some may not be available Base Radio Audio System Controls Press to access the Home Page Menu Q or R Touch to scroll through the menus or setup items 0 Touch to exit or return to the previous screen or menu Uplevel Radio Audio System Co...

Page 156: ...git code on the keypad 2 Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen 3 Re enter the four digit code Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the system Touch Back to go back to the previous menu Teen Driver See Teen Driver under Settings in the infotainment manual Radio Touch and the following may display Manage Favorites Number of Favorites Shown Audible Touch Feedback Auto Volume Maximum Startup...

Page 157: ...tions that may cause fogging Select Off or On Auto Rear Defog If equipped this allows the Auto Rear Defog to be turned on or off This feature will automatically turn on the rear window defogger when it is cold outside Select Off or On Collision Detection Systems Select the Collision Detection Systems menu and the following may be displayed if equipped Alert Type Forward Collision System Front Pede...

Page 158: ...is allows the feature to be turned on or off See Lane Change Alert LCA 0 265 Select Off or On Comfort and Convenience Select and the following may display Auto Memory Recall Easy Exit Options Chime Volume Hands Free Liftgate Control Reverse Tilt Mirror Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Extended Hill Start Assist Auto Memory Recall This feature automatically recalls the current driver s previously stored 1...

Page 159: ...e interior lamps to turn on briefly when K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle Select Off or On Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside Select Off 30 Seconds 60 Seconds or 120 Seconds Power Door Locks Select and the following may display Unlocked Door Anti Lockout Auto D...

Page 160: ...t Off or On Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This setting automatically turns on the heated seats when using the remote start function on cold days If equipped with Remote Start Heated Steering Wheel this feature will turn on when the Remote Start Auto Heated Seats turn on Select Off or On Remote Window Operation If equipped this feature enables the remote operation of all windows from the RKE transmi...

Page 161: ...ist Select First Last or Last First Voice Mail Numbers This feature displays the voice mail number for all connected phones To change the voice mail number select EDIT Type a new number then select Save Text Message Alerts This allows the feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On Apple CarPlay Select and the following may display Apple CarPlay Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Apple CarPlay This ...

Page 162: ... Say Tips This feature gives voice command tips Select Off or On Display Select and the following may display Mode Calibrate Touchscreen Turn Display Off Mode Select to change the display screen for day or night driving Select Auto Day or Night Calibrate Touchscreen Select to calibrate the touchscreen then follow the prompts Turn Display Off Select to turn the display off Touch anywhere on the inf...

Page 163: ... infotainment system software Wi Fi Select and the following may display Wi Fi Manage Wi Fi Networks Wi Fi This feature allows Wi Fi networks to be turned of or on Select Off or On Manage Wi Fi Networks Select to manage Wi Fi networks Wi Fi must be on for this feature to be accessed Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 391 Universal Remote System Programming If equipped these bu...

Page 164: ... programming help see www homelink com gm or call 1 800 355 3515 For calls placed outside the U S A Canada or Puerto Rico international rates will apply and may differ based on landline or mobile phone Programming involves time sensitive actions and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm 1 to 3 in...

Page 165: ...eted within 30 seconds of pressing this button 6 Inside the vehicle press and hold the newly programmed Universal Remote system button for two seconds then release it If the garage door does not move or the lamp on the garage door opener receiver does not flash press and hold the same button a second time for two seconds then release it Again if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does ...

Page 166: ...nder Programming the Universal Remote System to complete Universal Remote System Operation Using the Universal Remote System Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote system button for at least one half second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle ownership is terminated To eras...

Page 167: ...171 Dome Lamps 171 Reading Lamps 172 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 173 Exit Lighting 173 Battery Load Management 173 Battery Power Protection 174 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 174 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column There are four positions O Turns the exterior lamps off and deactivates the AUTO mode ...

Page 168: ...is in AUTO or 5 The blue high beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are on Driving with IntelliBeam The system only activates the high beams when driving over 40 km h 25 mph There is a sensor near the top center of the windshield that automatically controls the system Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance The high beam h...

Page 169: ... high and not detect headlamps and taillamps The vehicle is being driven on winding or hilly roads The IntelliBeam system may need to be disabled if any of the above conditions exist Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Push the turn signal lever away from you and release to turn the high beams on To return to low beams push the lever again or pull it toward you and release This indicator light turns on...

Page 170: ...atic headlamp system comes on immediately If it is light outside when the vehicle leaves the garage there is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp system changes to the Daytime Running Lamps DRL During that delay the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 17...

Page 171: ...tarts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is complete If the lever is moved momentarily to the lane change position the arrow will flash three times It will flash six times if Tow Haul Mode is active The lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may...

Page 172: ...all other illuminated controls as well as feature status indicators can be adjusted The knob for this feature is on the instrument panel beside the steering column Push the knob in all the way until it extends out and then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened unless the dome lamp override is acti...

Page 173: ...ture and the indicator light will turn off The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened ON OFF Press to turn the dome lamps on manually Press again to turn the dome lamps off Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead console and over the rear seats These lamps come on when any door is opened Front Reading Lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console Press the lamp len...

Page 174: ...ly by turning the exterior lamp control off This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 154 Battery Load Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management EPM that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quick...

Page 175: ...ction This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained if the interior courtesy lamps or reading lamps are accidentally left on If any of these lamps are left on they automatically turn off after 10 minutes if the ignition is off The lamps will not come back on again until one of the following occurs The ignition is turned on The doors are closed and then re opened Exterior Lighting Batte...

Page 176: ...e Phone 197 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 199 Introduction Infotainment Base radio information is included in this manual See the infotainment manual for information on other available infotainment systems Read the following pages to become familiar with these features Warning Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment...

Page 177: ...they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability Set up your Bluetooth CarPlay or Android Auto device Some devices will require a series of setup steps to be taken or a default app to be chosen prior to using the feature Not completing these steps could prevent the feature from functioning properly See Defensive D...

Page 178: ...o access Projection supported devices when connected 2 g Radio Press and release to go to the previous station or channel Press and hold to fast seek the previous strongest station or channel USB Bluetooth Music Pictures Press to go to the previous content Press and hold to fast rewind 3 O Press to turn the power on Press and hold to turn the power off Press to mute unmute the system when on ...

Page 179: ...s to go to the Home Page Audio Touch to select AM FM SiriusXM if equipped USB iPod Bluetooth Audio or AUX Gallery Touch to view a picture or movie Phone Touch to activate the phone features if equipped Press and hold to start a Voice session with a paired device See Bluetooth Overview 0 191 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 192 Projection Touch to access supported devices when connected See USB...

Page 180: ...re Updates Over the Air Software Updates If equipped the infotainment system can download and install select software updates over a wireless connection The system will prompt for certain updates to be downloaded and installed There is also an option to check for updates manually To manually check for updates touch SETTINGS on the Home Page followed by Software Information and then System Update F...

Page 181: ...m Press and hold to turn off the system Selecting a Band 1 Press 2 Touch AUDIO 3 Touch Source 4 Touch AM or FM The last station that was playing starts playing again Selecting a Station Seek Tuning If the radio station is not known Press g or d to automatically search for available radio stations Direct Tune From the AM or FM menu 1 Touch Tune 2 Enter the station number 3 Touch Go Favorites 1 Touc...

Page 182: ...ume 1 Touch Auto Volume See Auto Volume under Operation 0 178 2 Touch 3 to return to the previous menu Categories 1 Touch Categories 2 Touch Q or R to find the desired category Touch the category to select it Storing a Station as a Favorite Stations from all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages Up to 25 stations can be stored Storing Stations To store the station to a position in...

Page 183: ...rce 4 Touch SXM and the most recent listened to SiriusXM channel will display Selecting a Category From Menu touch Categories then touch the desired category or from Categories touch Q or R to find the desired channel Touch the channel to select it Selecting a Channel Press g or d to seek the previous or next channel Using the Preset Buttons Up to five favorites pages can be saved and each page ca...

Page 184: ...5 km 10 to 40 mi Although the radio has a built in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference some static can occur especially around tall buildings or hills causing the sound to fade in and out AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur when things...

Page 185: ... the vehicle The antenna is used for OnStar the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service System and GPS Global Positioning System if the vehicle has these features Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception If the vehicle has a sunroof and it is open reception can also be affected Audio Players Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices When using media devices such as CDs DVDs Blu ray Discs SD card...

Page 186: ...otainment system supports FAT16 FAT32 exFAT Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod iPhone To connect a USB storage device connect the device to the USB port To connect an iPod iPhone connect one end of the device s cable to the iPod iPhone and the other end to the USB port The iPod iPhone charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the ignition is on or in ACC ACCESSORY See Ignition Positions...

Page 187: ... two USB devices and one iPod can be played through a USB hub All devices may not be supported depending on the performance of the USB hub If there is not enough power supply it may not operate normally Do not disconnect the USB storage device while it is playing This may cause damage to the product or affect the performance of the USB device Disconnect the USB storage device when the ignition is ...

Page 188: ...playback functions and the information displayed may be different when played on the infotainment system Refer to the table for the classification items related to the search function provided by the iPod iPhone USB Player Playing Music from a USB Device Connect the USB device to the USB port Play will start automatically after the system has finished reading the USB device If a non readable USB d...

Page 189: ...Touch Menu during playback Touch the desired menu Applicable audio extensions are asx m3u pls wpl b4s and xspf Browse Music 1 Touch Browse Music 2 Touch the desired music Tone Settings Touch Tone Settings The Tone Settings menu is displayed See Tone Settings under Radio Controls in Operation 0 178 Auto Volume Touch Auto Volume The Auto Volume menu is displayed See Auto Volume under Radio Controls ...

Page 190: ... to pause Touch r to resume Changing to Next Previous Song Touch l to change to the next song Touch g within two seconds of the playback time to play the previous song Returning to the Beginning of the Current Song Touch g after two seconds of the playback time Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold g or l during playback to rewind or fast forward Release to resume playback at normal speed Pl...

Page 191: ...how playback Viewing a Previous or Next Picture Touch S or T from the picture screen Rotating a Picture Touch w from the picture screen Enlarging a Picture Touch x from the picture screen Using the USB Picture Menu 1 Touch MENU from the picture screen 2 Touch the appropriate menu Slide Show Time Allows selection of the slide show interval Clock Temp Display Allows selection of On or Off to show th...

Page 192: ...of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries If possible program speed dial or other shortcuts Review the controls and operation of the infotainment system Pair cell phone s to the vehicle The system may not work with all cell phones See Pairing later in this section Warning When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too...

Page 193: ...ooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available See OnStar Overview 0 395 Pairing Information A Bluetooth phone with MP3 capabi...

Page 194: ...ss 2 Touch SETTINGS 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the desired device to pair When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired Z 5 is displayed on the pair device screen If no desired device is available go to Step 5 5 Touch Search Device to search for the desired device 6 Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 7 Touch Yes on the pop...

Page 195: ...n Device Management 4 Touch the desired device to pair When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired Z 5 is displayed on the pair device screen If no desired device is available go to Step 5 5 Touch Search Device to search for the desired device 6 Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 7 Input the Personal Identification Number PIN code default 123...

Page 196: ...ar on the screen if the stereo headset is successfully connected The sound played by the Bluetooth device is delivered through the infotainment system Bluetooth music can be played only when a Bluetooth device has been connected To play Bluetooth music connect the Bluetooth phone to the infotainment system If the Bluetooth device is disconnected while playing phone music the music is discontinued ...

Page 197: ...tooth device options this order to play stop may take time to activate If the Bluetooth music playback is not functioning then check to see if the Bluetooth device is in the waiting screen mode Sounds may be cut off during the Bluetooth music playback The infotainment system outputs the audio from the cell phone or Bluetooth device as it is transmitted Apple CarPlay and Android Auto If equipped An...

Page 198: ... or Google may change or suspend availability at any time Android Auto Android Google Google Play and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc Hands Free Phone General Information Vehicles with a Hands Free Phone system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a hands free profile to make and receive phone calls The infotainment system and voice command...

Page 199: ...ess g on the steering wheel controls touch 5 on the infotainment display or press 5 on the center stack To decline the call press c on the steering wheel controls or touch Reject on the infotainment display Using the Contacts Menu 1 Touch contacts on the phone screen 2 Touch Q or R to scroll through the list 3 Touch the phone book entry to call 4 If there is more than one number associated with th...

Page 200: ...issed calls X Received calls 3 Select the contact entry to call Making a Call with Speed Dial Numbers Touch and hold the speed dial number using the keypad on the phone screen Only speed dial numbers already stored on the cell phone can be used for speed dial calls Up to two digit speed dial numbers are supported For two digit speed dial numbers press and hold the second digit to make a call to th...

Page 201: ...mpartment Air Filter 206 Service 206 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system 1 Driver and Passenger Ventilated Seats If Equipped 2 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 3 MAX Defrost 4 Air Delivery Mode Controls 5 A C Air Conditioning 6 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 7 SY...

Page 202: ...k all passenger temperature settings to the driver setting The SYNC indicator light will turn on When the passenger settings are adjusted the SYNC indicator light turns off Manual Operation O Press to turn the fan off or on When off is selected the system will prevent air from flowing into the cabin If on is selected or any other button is pressed the climate control system will turn on and return...

Page 203: ...e the entry of outside air and odors If selected during cool or cold weather the windshield and windows may fog Turn off recirculation to help clear the windshield and windows Auto Defog The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air ...

Page 204: ...t settings if it is hot outside The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start If equipped the heated seats will turn on if it is cold outside or the ventilated seats will turn on if it is hot outside The heated and ventilated seat indicator lights may not come on during a remote start If equippe...

Page 205: ...climate display to match the rear climate control temperature to the front climate control driver temperature The SYNC button will be lit Adjust the rear climate control temperature to change the linked temperature The SYNC button turns off When SYNC is active the display is not shown Rear Control Lockout Press Rear Control Lockout on the rear climate display to lock or unlock control of the rear ...

Page 206: ...r MODE Touch the desired mode on the rear climate display or press MODE on the rear climate controls to change the direction of the airflow in the rear seating area Repeatedly press MODE until the desired mode appears on the display M or L If equipped press M or L to heat the left or right rear outboard seat See Heated Rear Seats 0 74 Air Vents Use the slider switch on the air outlets to change th...

Page 207: ...placed as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule 0 366 See your dealer regarding replacement of the filter Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvag...

Page 208: ...231 Running the Vehicle While Parked 231 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 232 Manual Mode 234 Tow Haul Mode 235 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 235 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 236 Electric Parking Brake 237 Brake Assist 238 Hill Start Assist HSA 239 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 239 Driver Mode Control 241 Cruise Control Cruise Control 244 Adapt...

Page 209: ...ng keep your eyes on the road keep your hands on the steering wheel and focus your attention on driving Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become familia...

Page 210: ...ceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle Braking steering and accelerating are important factors in helping ...

Page 211: ...d Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down See your dealer if there is a problem Curve Tips 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 Steering in Emergencies There are some situations wh...

Page 212: ...d vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other material on the road Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes cou...

Page 213: ...low to the engine Reattach the front fascia air dam after off road driving Loading the Vehicle for Off Road Driving Warning Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible The Continued Warning Continued heaviest t...

Page 214: ...ing wheel Maintain a slow speed When possible drive straight up or down the hill Slow down when approaching the top of the hill Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible Warning Driving to the top of a hill at high speed can cause an accident There could be a drop off embankment cliff or even another vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a...

Page 215: ...cle and seek help 3 2 Stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Avoid turns that take the vehicle across the incline of the hill A hill that can be driven straight up or down might be too steep to drive across Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem Loose gravel ...

Page 216: ... surfaces only Driving in Water Warning Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is only shallow water it can still wash away the ground from under your tires Traction could be lost and the vehicle could roll over Do not drive through rushing water Caution Do not drive through standing water if it is d...

Page 217: ... of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dan...

Page 218: ... in gear Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane Do not swing wide or cross the center line Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane e g stalled car accident Pay attention to special road signs e g falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Select All Wheel Drive AWD Mode See Driver Mode Control 0 241 and All W...

Page 219: ...aust under the vehicle This may cause exhaust gases to get inside Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in snow Clear snow from the base of the vehicle especially any blocking the exhaust pipe Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the vehicle side that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Ful...

Page 220: ...revent transmission wear wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towe...

Page 221: ...hicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in you...

Page 222: ...d luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing 0 276 for important information on towing a trailer towing safety rules and trailering tips Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Su...

Page 223: ...ached to the center pillar B pillar The label may show the size of the vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of the vehicle The label shows the gross weight capacity of the vehicle This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label may als...

Page 224: ...ed Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 800 km 500 mi Do not...

Page 225: ...the engine off If the vehicle is in P Park the ignition will turn off and Retained Accessory Power RAP will remain active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 228 If the vehicle is not in P Park the ignition will return to ACC ACCESSORY and display the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver Information Center DIC When the vehicle is shifted into P Park the ignition will turn off Do not turn the engine ...

Page 226: ...gnition system in ON RUN START Once engine cranking begins release the button Engine cranking will continue until the engine starts See Starting the Engine 0 225 The ignition will then remain in ON RUN Service Mode This power mode is available for service and diagnostics and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes With th...

Page 227: ... If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 18 C or 0 F it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you press ENGINE START STOP for up to a maximum of 15 seconds Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to allow the cranking motor to cool down When the engine starts l...

Page 228: ...he interior comfort level has not reached the required level for the climate control system or defog settings The Auto Stop time is greater than two minutes Engine Heater The engine heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up in cold weather conditions at or below 0 F 18 C Vehicles with an engine heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting S...

Page 229: ...Do not operate the vehicle with the heater cord permanently attached to the vehicle Possible heater cord and thermostat damage could occur While in use do not let the heater cord touch vehicle parts or sharp edges Never close the hood on the heater cord Before starting the vehicle unplug the cord reattach the cover to the plug and securely fasten the cord Keep the cord away from any moving parts 4...

Page 230: ...k See Shifting Into Park 0 229 If you are towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 273 If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running be sure the vehicle is in P Park and the parking brake is set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into P Park hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without fir...

Page 231: ...l press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still cannot move the shift lever from P Park see your dealer Parking over Things That Burn Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Extended Parking It is best not to park with the vehicle r...

Page 232: ...y repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed ar...

Page 233: ...he shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition on fully apply the regular brake then press the button on the shift lever before shifting from P Park If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever then push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake application ...

Page 234: ...id This message clears when the transmission fluid has cooled sufficiently D This position is for normal driving If more power is needed for passing press the accelerator pedal down Caution If the vehicle does not shift gears the transmission could be damaged Have the vehicle serviced right away If the vehicle is stopped on a hill with your foot off the brake pedal the vehicle may roll This is nor...

Page 235: ...e DIC is the highest gear that the transmission will be allowed to operate in This means that all gears below that number are available For example when 4 Fourth is shown next to the L 1 First through 4 Fourth gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle The transmission will not shift into 5 Fifth until the Plus button is used or you shift back into D Drive If the transmission is in 6 Sixth gea...

Page 236: ...and the transmission to slow the vehicle The system will automatically command downshifts to reduce vehicle speed The normal shift pattern will return once the vehicle is on a low grade or when the accelerator pedal is pressed While in the Electronic Range Select ERS mode grade braking is deactivated allowing the driver to select a range and limiting the highest gear available Grade braking is ava...

Page 237: ...is is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 0 145 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ...

Page 238: ... Light Uplevel Only 0 144 Before leaving the vehicle check for the Y or PARK light to ensure that the parking brake is applied EPB Apply To apply the EPB 1 Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop 2 Lift up the EPB switch momentarily The Y or PARK light will flash and then stay on once the EPB is fully applied If the Y or PARK light flashes continuously then the EPB is only partially applied the ...

Page 239: ...that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving If parking on a hill or if the vehicle is pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 273 Automatic EPB Release The EPB will automatically release if the vehicle is running placed into gear and an attempt is made to drive away Avoid rapid acceleration when the EPB is applied to preserve p...

Page 240: ...mpting to drive away If Standard Hold is selected it will hold the vehicle for two seconds unless the driver door is opened or the driver seat belt is unbuckled after releasing the brake pedal If Extended Hold is selected it will hold the vehicle for five minutes unless the driver door is opened and the driver seat belt is unbuckled prior to releasing the brake pedal When deactivated after five mi...

Page 241: ...n sand mud ice or snow See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 219 and Turning the Systems Off and On later in this section The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster This light will Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Flash when StabiliTrak is activated Turn on and stay on when either system is not working If either system fails to turn on or to activate a message displays in the D...

Page 242: ...rmance See Accessories and Modifications 0 284 Driver Mode Control If equipped with Front Wheel Drive FWD the Driver Mode Control may have the following modes FWD Snow and Tow Haul If equipped with All Wheel Drive AWD the Driver Mode Control may have AWD Two Wheel Drive 2WD Off Road and Tow Haul There may be Driver Information Center DIC messages displayed for each drive mode Driver Mode Control K...

Page 243: ...ontrol of the torque at the wheels in slippery conditions 7 AWD Only Vehicle is in Off Road Mode This mode will not remain active through future ignition cycles The vehicle will be in Two Wheel Drive when the engine is restarted This mode will automatically activate AWD The accelerator pedal will be more sensitive to provide finer control of the torque at the wheels StabiliTrak ABS and TCS will ch...

Page 244: ...icles Only FWD Vehicles Only AWD Vehicles Only Towing Package AWD FWD Retained In Future Ignition Cycles Yes Yes No No No Accelerator Pedal Sensitivity Normal Normal Snow Off Road Normal Automatic Transmission Shifting Normal Normal Normal Normal Tow Haul AWD Status If Equipped Off Two Wheel Drive Normal AWD Active Not Available Off Road AWD Active Normal AWD Active StabiliTrak ABS and TCS Normal ...

Page 245: ... Stability Control 0 239 If a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 259 When road conditions allow the cruise control to be safely used cruise control can be turned back on Turning off the TCS or StabiliTrak system will disengage the cruise control If the brakes are applied cruise control disengages J Press to ...

Page 246: ...mph faster The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster 0 134 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold SET until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To decrease the vehicle speed in small increments briefly pre...

Page 247: ...cle detected directly ahead in your path moving in the same direction If no vehicle is detected in your path ACC works like regular cruise control ACC uses camera and radar sensors See Radio Frequency Statement 0 391 If a vehicle is detected in your path ACC can apply acceleration or limited moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap To disengage ACC apply the brake If ACC is controll...

Page 248: ...is turned on RES Press briefly to resume the previous set speed or to increase vehicle speed If ACC is already activated use to increase vehicle speed SET Press briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed If ACC is already activated use to decrease vehicle speed Press to disengage ACC without erasing the selected set speed Press to select a following gap time or distance...

Page 249: ... other vehicles which could cause an accident if the brakes are not applied manually You and others could be seriously injured or killed Setting Adaptive Cruise Control If J is on when not in use it could get pressed and go into cruise when not desired Keep J off when cruise is not being used Select the set speed desired for cruise This is the vehicle speed when no vehicle is detected in its path ...

Page 250: ...the selected following gap or if the vehicle has exited a sharp curve then the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed Increasing Speed While ACC Is at a Set Speed Do one of the following Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed Press SET Release the control and the accelerator pedal The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed When the accelerator pedal is pressed ACC will not brake...

Page 251: ... Near When pressed the current gap setting displays briefly on the instrument cluster The gap setting will be maintained until it is changed Since each gap setting corresponds to a following time Far Medium or Near the following distance will vary based on vehicle speed The faster the vehicle speed the further back your vehicle will follow a vehicle detected ahead Consider traffic and weather cond...

Page 252: ... of you For example the system may not brake for a vehicle it has never detected moving This can occur in stop and go traffic or when a vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle ahead changing lanes Your vehicle may not stop and could cause a crash Use caution when using ACC Your complete attention is always required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes ACC Aut...

Page 253: ...icle The Electric Parking Brake status light will turn on See Electric Parking Brake 0 237 To resume ACC and release the EPB press the accelerator pedal A DIC warning message may display indicating to shift to P Park before exiting the vehicle See Vehicle Messages 0 153 Warning If ACC has stopped the vehicle and if ACC is disengaged turned off or canceled the vehicle will no longer be held at a st...

Page 254: ... a vehicle ahead of you or lose control of your vehicle Give extra attention in curves and be ready Continued Warning Continued to use the brakes if necessary Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too sharp When following a vehicle and entering a curve ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and...

Page 255: ...ere are three ways to disengage ACC Step lightly on the brake pedal Press Press J Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Cleaning the Sensing System The camera sensor on the windshield behind the rearview mirror and the radar sensors on the front of the vehicle can become blocked by snow ice dirt or mud These areas n...

Page 256: ...l not Detect children pedestrians bicyclists or animals Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored by the system Work at all driving speeds Warn you or provide you with enough time to avoid a crash Work under poor visibility or bad weather conditions Work if the detection sensor is not cleaned or is covered by ice snow mud or dirt Continued Warning Continued Work if the detection sensor...

Page 257: ...ious screen sooner press any button on the infotainment display shift into P Park or reach a vehicle speed of approximately 12 km h 8 mph Select Guidance Lines on the infotainment display to enable or disable the guidance lines 1 View Displayed by the Rear Vision Camera 1 View Displayed by the Rear Vision Camera 2 Corners of the Rear Bumper Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appea...

Page 258: ...f the vehicle displays The view displays after shifting from R Reverse to a forward gear or by touching CAMERA in the infotainment display and when the vehicle is moving forward slower than 8 km h 5 mph Warning The camera s do not display children pedestrians bicyclists crossing traffic animals or any other object outside of the cameras field of view below the bumper or under the vehicle Shown dis...

Page 259: ...ght up and the bars change color from yellow to amber to red When an object is first detected in the rear one beep will be heard from the rear When an object is very close 0 6 m 2 ft in the vehicle rear five beeps will sound from the rear Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA If equipped RCTA shows a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow on the infotainment display to warn of traffic co...

Page 260: ... to distances of approximately 110 m 360 ft and operates at all speeds See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 246 Warning FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes When approaching a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash It also may not provide any warning at all FCA does no...

Page 261: ...eration Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs Tailgating Alert The vehicle ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely Selecting the Alert Timing The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel Press to set the FCA timing to Far Medium or Near or on some vehicles Off The first...

Page 262: ...as FAB which includes Intelligent Brake Assist IBA When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear Depending on the situation the vehicle may automatically brake mod...

Page 263: ...o override FAB firmly press the accelerator pedal if it is safe to do so Intelligent Brake Assist IBA IBA may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based on the speed of approach and distance to a vehicle ahead Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal and the brake pedal should continue to be applied as needed IBA will aut...

Page 264: ...atic Braking FAB 0 261 The FPB system can detect and alert to pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds between 8 km h 5 mph and 80 km h 50 mph During daytime driving the system detects pedestrians up to a distance of approximately 40 m 131 ft During nighttime driving system performance is very limited Warning FPB does not provide an alert or automatically brake the vehicle unless it detects a pedes...

Page 265: ...d and the brakes have not been applied FPB may automatically brake moderately or brake hard This can help to avoid some very low speed pedestrian crashes or reduce pedestrian injury FPB can automatically brake to detected pedestrians between 8 km h 5 mph and 80 km h 50 mph Automatic braking levels may be reduced under certain conditions such as higher speeds If this happens Automatic Braking may e...

Page 266: ...a warning not to change lanes Since this system is part of the Lane Change Alert LCA system read the entire LCA section before using this feature Lane Change Alert LCA If equipped the LCA system is a lane changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone or spot areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behi...

Page 267: ...or rapidly approaching that zone If the turn signal is activated in the same direction as a detected vehicle this display will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes LCA can be disabled through vehicle personalization using the Side Blind Zone Alert option See Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 154 If LCA is disabled by the driver the LCA mirror displays will not li...

Page 268: ...u Radio Frequency Information See Radio Frequency Statement 0 391 Lane Departure Warning LDW If equipped LDW may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures It may provide a warning if the vehicle is crossing a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in the lane departure direction Since this system is part of the Lane Keep Assist LKA system read the entire LKA section before...

Page 269: ...ions Warning Using LKA while towing a trailer or on slippery roads could cause loss of control of the vehicle and a crash Turn the system off How the System Works The LKA camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror To turn LKA on and off press A on the center console When on A is green if LKA is available to assist and provide LDW alerts It may assist by gently turning the stee...

Page 270: ...r a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers and applicable countries Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels greater than 15 by volume For the 2 0L L4 engine use premium unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 93 is highly recommended for best performance and fuel economy Unleaded gasoline with an octane ra...

Page 271: ...rate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California Emissions Standards the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle may not pass a smog check test S...

Page 272: ...he refueling nozzle is inserted too quickly This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Insert the refueling nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop prior to beginning to flow fuel To open the fuel door push and release the rearward center edge of the door The vehicle has a capless refueling system and does not have a fuel cap The filling nozzle mus...

Page 273: ...fire and you or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged 3 Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return it to the storage location Filling a Portable Fuel Container Warning Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be ...

Page 274: ... mi of trailer towing do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle Vehicles can tow in D Drive The Tow Haul Mode may be used in both modes See Tow Haul Mode 0 235 Turn off parking assist when towing Turn off Lane Keep Assist LKA when towing See Lane Keep Assist LKA 0 267 Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control ACC when towing See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 246 The Forward Aut...

Page 275: ...e vehicle movement caused by the trailer which mainly occurs during cornering This is normal when towing heavier trailers Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer Because the...

Page 276: ...h altitude on steep uphill grades engine coolant boils at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades the vehicle could show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission in P Park for a few minutes before turning the eng...

Page 277: ...erheating 0 298 Trailer Towing Do not tow a trailer during break in See New Vehicle Break In 0 223 Warning The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly For example if the trailer is too heavy or the trailer brakes are inadequate for the load the vehicle may not stop as expected The driver and passengers could be serio...

Page 278: ...ount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry must be considered See Weight of the Trailer Tongue later in this section Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Use the follow...

Page 279: ...argo equipment and conversions The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the people who wil...

Page 280: ...s is to weigh the vehicle and trailer Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tires Inflate the vehicle s tires to the upper limit for cold tires These numbers can be found on the Certification label or see Vehicle Load Limits 0 219 for more information Do not go over the GVW limit for the vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue If using a weight distributing hitch do not go over the ...

Page 281: ...ork well or at all Trailer Wiring Harness Basic Trailer Wiring The trailer wiring harness with a seven pin connector is located at the rear of the vehicle and is tied to the vehicle s frame The harness connector can be plugged into a seven pin universal heavy duty trailer connector available through your dealer Use only a round seven wire connector with flat blade terminals meeting SAE J2863 speci...

Page 282: ...trical Equipment Warning The Data Link Connector DLC is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection Maintenance testing See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 142 A device connected to the DLC such as an aftermarket fleet or driver behavior tracking device may interfere with vehicle systems This could affect vehicle operation and cause a crash Such devices may also access informa...

Page 283: ...shield Replacement 306 Gas Strut s 306 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 307 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 307 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 307 LED Lighting 308 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Sidemarker 308 License Plate Lamp 308 Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring 309 Electrical System Overload 309 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 310 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 310 Instrume...

Page 284: ... will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Warning Most motor vehicles including this one as well as many of its service parts and fluids contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and s...

Page 285: ... covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle...

Page 286: ... on the driver side of the vehicle 2 At the front of the vehicle pull up on the center of the hood and push the secondary hood release to the right 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are properly installed 2 Pull the hood down to c...

Page 287: ...Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 286 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 2 0L L4 Engine ...

Page 288: ...oling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 294 5 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 301 6 Battery North America 0 302 7 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 294 8 Positive Battery Terminal Under Cover See Jump Starting North America 0 349 9 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid 0 299 10 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 310 11 Remote Negative Battery Term...

Page 289: ...Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 288 Vehicle Care 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 290: ...cification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System 0 291 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Chec...

Page 291: ...nation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications 0 378 Caution Do not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the Continued Caution Continued operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above t...

Page 292: ... all that is needed for good performance and engine protection Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and wa...

Page 293: ...eset accidentally the oil must be changed at 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change Always reset the engine oil life to 100 after every oil change It will not reset itself To re...

Page 294: ...mpartment Overview 0 286 for location When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter For intervals on changing and inspecting the engine air cleaner filter see Maintenance Schedule 0 366 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Do not start the engine or have the engine running with the engine air cleaner filter housing open Before removing the engine air cleaner filter make sure that the engin...

Page 295: ...others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it Continued Warning Continued helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when driving Cooling System The c...

Page 296: ...the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant needs to be checked and replaced at appropriate intervals See Maintenance Schedule 0 366 The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low If there is a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating 0 298 What to Use Warning Plain water or other liquids such as alcohol can boil before t...

Page 297: ... checking the coolant level Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If coolant is visible but the coolant level mark is not visible add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank to the top rib on the middle of the tank but be sure th...

Page 298: ...se system damage If coolant is not visible in the surge tank contact your dealer If no problem is found check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the indicated level mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank ...

Page 299: ...ured Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of the engine overheating There is an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 139 The vehicle may also display a message on the Driver Information Center DIC If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears get service help right away See Roadside Assis...

Page 300: ...and let the engine idle If the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheated area the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop ...

Page 301: ...und when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound can come and go or can be heard all the time when the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly Warning The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to drive with worn ...

Page 302: ...en new linings are installed the fluid level goes back up A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system Have the brake hydraulic system fixed With a leak the brakes will not work well Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too...

Page 303: ...Start System The vehicle has a stop start system to shut off the engine to help conserve fuel See Starting the Engine 0 225 It has an Absorbed Glass Mat AGM 12 volt battery Installation of a standard 12 volt battery will result in reduced 12 volt battery life When using a 12 volt battery charger on the 12 volt AGM battery some chargers have an AGM battery setting on the charger If available use th...

Page 304: ...icle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Apply both the parking brake and the regular brake Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the ...

Page 305: ...al slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and crackin...

Page 306: ...ntact with the windshield before turning on the wiper system Rear Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the rear wiper blade 1 Slide a plastic tool under the cover and push upward to unsnap 2 Slide the cover toward the wiper blade tip to unhook it from the blade assembly 3 Remove the cover 4 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 5 Push the release lever 2 to disengage the hook and push the wipe...

Page 307: ...ment Gas Strut s This vehicle is equipped with gas strut s to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood trunk liftgate system in full open position Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood trunk and or liftgate fail you or others could be seriously injured Take the vehicle to your dealer for service immediately Visually inspect the gas struts for signs of wear cracks or othe...

Page 308: ...r Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting Warning The High Intensity Discharge HID lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service th...

Page 309: ...gnal To replace the front turn signal or sidemarker 1 Open the hood See Hood 0 285 2 Locate the bulb socket on the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstall the socket into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise License Plate Lamp This applie...

Page 310: ...training High voltage components are identified by labels Do not remove open take apart or modify these components High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels Do not probe tamper with cut or modify high voltage cable or wiring Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too...

Page 311: ... fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Danger Fuses and circuit breakers are marked with their ampere rating Do not exceed the specified amperage rating when replacing fuses and circuit breakers Use of an oversized fu...

Page 312: ...ever since it is intended only for service purposes If pulled vehicle malfunction may occur To remove the fuse block cover press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component To remove fuses use the fuse puller and pull straight out ...

Page 313: ...ear wiper F16 Fuses Usage F17 F18 F19 F20 F21 F22 Electronic brake control module F23 Parking Trailer lamps F24 Right trailer stoplamp Turnlamp F25 Steering column lock F26 F27 Left trailer stoplamp Turnlamp F28 F29 F30 Washer pump F31 F32 Left low beam headlamp Fuses Usage F33 Front fog lamps F34 Horn F35 F36 F37 Right low beam headlamp F38 Automatic headlamp leveling motor if equipped F39 Transm...

Page 314: ...56 Integrated chassis control module Fuses Usage F57 Engine control module Ignition F58 Transmission control module Ignition F59 Engine control module battery F60 F61 O2 sensor 1 MAF Aeroshutter F62 Engine control module even 1 F63 O2 sensor 2 Canister Engine oil Turbo F64 Engine control module even 2 F65 Engine control module powertrain 1 F66 Engine control module powertrain 2 Fuses Usage F67 Eng...

Page 315: ... 2 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is inside the center console on the passenger side of the vehicle Remove the fuse access door by inserting a coin or tool into the slot of the access door To remove a fuse use the fuse puller located in the Engine Compartment Fuse block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown ...

Page 316: ...front heated seat F15 F16 Sunroof F17 Communication gateway module if equipped F18 Instrument cluster F19 Body control module 1 F20 Wireless charger module F21 Body control module 4 F22 Infotainment F23 Body control module 2 F24 F25 Parking assist F26 Communications integration module F27 Video Fuses Usage F28 Radio Heating ventilation and air conditioning display F29 Radio F30 Steering wheel cont...

Page 317: ...Auxiliary power outlet Lighter Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is behind a trim panel on the driver side of the rear storage compartment The trim panel is removed by prying along the top edge of the trim panel at two notched locations Remove the trim panel to access the fuse block The fuse block label is on the back of the access door in the driver side rear trim panel ...

Page 318: ... 8 25 17 Vehicle Care 317 Rear Compartment Fuse Block Fuses Usage F1 F2 Trailer F3 Folding seats F4 Rear blower F5 Rear drive control F6 F7 Right window F8 Rear defogger F9 Left window F10 F11 Trailer reverse F12 USB Third row seats F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 Camera F18 F19 Ventilated seats ...

Page 319: ...le F35 Fuel system control module F36 F37 Fuses Usage F38 Window module F39 Rear closure F40 Memory seat module F41 Automatic occupancy sensor F42 F43 F44 F45 Liftgate motor F46 Rear heated seats F47 F48 F49 F50 F51 F52 Semi active dampening system module F53 Fuses Usage F54 External object calculating remote system Blind zone alert F55 F56 Universal garage door opener Overhead console F57 Hands f...

Page 320: ...rash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn or old tires can cause a crash If the tread is badly worn replace them Continued Warning ...

Page 321: ... driving on ice or snow covered roads is expected See your dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires 0 335 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking If using winter tires Use tires of the sam...

Page 322: ...he examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example 1 Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section 2 TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original eq...

Page 323: ...g 0 337 7 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 2 Temporary Use Only The compact spare tire or temporary use tire should not be driven at speeds over 80 km h 50 mph The compact spare tire is for eme...

Page 324: ...icle tire size 1 Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association 2 Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall 3 Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indic...

Page 325: ...e rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch before a tire has built up heat from driving See Tire Pressure 0 326 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment in...

Page 326: ...l Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb See Vehicle Load Limits 0 219 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer ...

Page 327: ...into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 337 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits 0 219 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a ve...

Page 328: ... How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Proper tire inflation cannot be determined by looking at the tire Check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold meaning the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure me...

Page 329: ... and inflation pressure is molded on the tire sidewall in small letters near the rim flange It will read something like this Maximum load 690 kg 1 521 lbs 300 kPa 44 psi Max Press Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure reading...

Page 330: ...S from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 329 See Radio Frequency Statement 0 391 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor Syst...

Page 331: ...ed by the vehicle warranty Always use only the GM approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable When the system detects a malfunction the low tire pressure warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder ...

Page 332: ...t is underinflated The turn signal lamp will flash When the recommended pressure is reached the horn sounds once and the turn signal lamp will stop flashing and briefly turn solid Repeat these steps for all underinflated tires that have illuminated the low tire pressure warning light If the tire is overinflated by more than 35 kPa 5 psi the horn will sound multiple times and the turn signal lamp w...

Page 333: ...be purchased See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation Tool at www gmtoolsandequipment com or call 1 800 GM TOOLS 1 800 468 6657 There are two minutes to match the first tire wheel position and five minutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer the matching process stops and must be restarted The TPMS sensor matching process is 1 Set the parking brake 2 Place the vehi...

Page 334: ...ne be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired wel...

Page 335: ...n make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or ...

Page 336: ...at may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating When replacement tires a...

Page 337: ...ly tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original...

Page 338: ...walls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG system does not apply to deep tread winter tires compact spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requ...

Page 339: ...tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is p...

Page 340: ...be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Caution The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearan...

Page 341: ...the chains contact the vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage the vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving especially if the tires are maintained properly See Tires 0 319 If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if there ...

Page 342: ...el damage by driving slowly to a level place well off the road if possible Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 170 Warning Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death Find a level place to change the tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transm...

Page 343: ...to remove the jack 1 and wheel wrench 2 Place the tool container near the tire being changed 5 Remove the spare tire and place it next to the tire being changed Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 340 2 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts but do not remove them yet 3 Place the jack near...

Page 344: ...even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with Continued Warning Continued the vehicle it is designed only for chan...

Page 345: ...ough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well 8 Remove all of the wheel nuts 9 Remove the flat tire Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a...

Page 346: ...et manufacturer when Continued Warning Continued using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications 0 378 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Caution Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacit...

Page 347: ...partment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire 1 Liftgate Hinges 2 Cable 3 Center of the Wheel 4 Door Striker To store the flat tire 1 Remove the cable package from under the spare tire jack and tools 2 Remove the small cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of th...

Page 348: ...y latched The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools To store the spare tire and tools 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate 0 44 2 Lift the load floor 3 Remove the cargo management system 4 Put back the spare tire and all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment 5 Install ...

Page 349: ...ABS and Traction Control systems may engage until the spare tire is recognized by the vehicle especially on slippery roads Adjust driving to reduce possible wheel slip Performance of the All Wheel Drive AWD system will be automatically reduced to protect the system when using the compact spare To restore the AWD and prevent excessive wear on the clutch in the AWD replace the compact spare tire wit...

Page 350: ...micals known to the State of California to cause cancer WASH HANDS AFTER Continued Warning Continued HANDLING For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 283 and the back cover Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enoug...

Page 351: ...ehicles so that they are not touching 3 Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P Park with an automatic transmission or Neutral with a manual transmission See Shifting Into Park 0 229 Caution If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Whenever possible turn off or un...

Page 352: ...eds service Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumpe...

Page 353: ...heels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing The towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far the vehicle will be towed Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can be towed The proper towing equipment See your deale...

Page 354: ...is not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If the vehicle must be towed a dolly should be used See the following information on dolly towing Dolly Towing To tow the vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Shift the transmission to P Park 3 Set the parking brake 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clampi...

Page 355: ...sh wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Approved cleaning products can be obtained from Continued Caution Continued your dealer Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct product usage nece...

Page 356: ... and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue ...

Page 357: ...r a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses emblems decals and stripes Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle previously in this section Lamp covers are made of plastic and some have a UV protective coating Do not clean or wipe them when dry Do not use any of the following on lamp covers Abrasive or caustic agents Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher co...

Page 358: ...weatherstrips to make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year Hot dry climates may require more frequent application Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 374 Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires Caution Using petroleu...

Page 359: ...is Components Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect power steering for proper attachment connections binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joint boots and axle seals for leaks Body Component Lubrication Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood hinges liftgate hinges and t...

Page 360: ...crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage Apply all cleaners directly to the cleaning cloth Do not spray cleaners on any switches or controls Remove cleaners quickly...

Page 361: ...ed only use it on the floor carpet Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible Gently blot liquids with a paper towel Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed For solid soils remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 Re...

Page 362: ...and loose dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Caution Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces may cause permanent damage Wipe excess moisture from these surfaces after cleaning and allow them to dry naturally Never use heat steam or spot removers Do not use cleaners that contain sili...

Page 363: ...e pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor m...

Page 364: ...ats with a button type retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat 1 Pull up on the rear of the mat to unlock and remove 2 Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the floor mat opening over the carpet retainer and snapping into position 3 Make sure the floor mat is properly secured Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals ...

Page 365: ...r dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair...

Page 366: ...Load Limits 0 219 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Fuel 0 269 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing...

Page 367: ...ife system when the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System 0 291 Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Rotate the tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform the following services See Tire Rotation 0 333 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil 0 289 and Engine Oil Life System 0 29...

Page 368: ...switch See Starter Switch Check 0 303 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 0 304 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut If the hold open ability is low service the gas strut See Gas Strut...

Page 369: ... 5 6 0 0 0 k m 9 7 5 0 0 mi 1 6 8 0 0 0 k m 1 0 5 0 0 0 mi 1 8 0 0 0 0 k m 11 2 5 0 0 mi 1 9 2 0 0 0 k m 1 2 0 0 0 0 mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m 1 2 7 5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m 1 3 5 0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m 1 4 2 5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m 1 5 0 0 0 0 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartme...

Page 370: ...tment air filter replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every five ye...

Page 371: ...ck engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change automatic transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires 2 0L L4 Engine Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires 3 6L V6 Engine Drain and fill engine cooling system 4 Visual...

Page 372: ...l Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every oil change Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care 0 354 Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs To maintain vehicle performance additional maintenance services may be required It is recommended that y...

Page 373: ...uality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 374 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled Hoses Hoses transport f...

Page 374: ...d services name brand tires Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new vehicle care products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care 0 359 and Exterior Care 0 354 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance Signs that the alignment ma...

Page 375: ...grade ACDelco dexos1 is recommended See Engine Oil 0 289 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19353126 in Canada 19299819 Key Lock Cylinders Hood and Door Hinges Multi ...

Page 376: ...e obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 23321606 A3212C Engine Oil Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 12640445 PF64 3 6L V6 Engine 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Spark Plugs 2 0L L4 Engine 12647827 41 125 3 6L V6 Engine 12622561 41 109 Wiper Blades Front Driver 60 0 cm 23 6 in 84142870 Front Passenger 50 0 cm 19 7 in 23360287...

Page 377: ... 376 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 378: ...mber VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 378 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification La...

Page 379: ...etric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 2 0L L4 Engine 11 0 L 11 6 qt 3 6L V6 Engine not equipped with the V92 towing package 14 2 L 15 0 qt 3 6L V6 Engine equipped with the V92 towing package 14 5 L 15 3 qt Engine Oil with Filter 2 0L L...

Page 380: ...0 85 L 0 9 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 Engine X Automatic 0 75 0 90 mm 0 030 0 035 in 3 6L V6 Engine W Automatic 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in ...

Page 381: ...Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 380 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 0L L4 Engine 3 6L V6 Engine ...

Page 382: ... Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 393 Event Data Recorders 393 OnStar 394 Infotainment System 394 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments...

Page 383: ...e with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing ...

Page 384: ...n Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Company Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Your inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification ...

Page 385: ...nload owner s manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G View maintenance schedules alerts and OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Information Schedule service appointments I View and print dealer recorded service records and self recorded service records D Select a preferred dealer and view locations maps phone numbers and hours r Track your vehicle s warranty information J View active recalls by Ve...

Page 386: ...888 889 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle I...

Page 387: ...nterruption Benefits and Assistance If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty event incidental expenses may be reimbursed within the Powertrain warranty period Items considered are reasonable and customary hotel meals rental car or a vehicle being delivered back to the customer up to 500 miles Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fin...

Page 388: ...o so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Cana...

Page 389: ...change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Collision Damage Repair If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collis...

Page 390: ...s provide reduced protection to the GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs through the use of aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts When purchasing insurance we recommend that you ensure that the vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts If such insurance coverage is not available from your curren...

Page 391: ... limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not o...

Page 392: ...s Commission FCC rules and with Innovation Science and Economic Development ISED Canada s RSP 100 license exempt RSS s ICES 001 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 The device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to any of these systems...

Page 393: ...ada Company Call Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0510 go to www tc gc ca recalls English www tc gc ca rappels French or write to Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate Defect Investigations and Recalls Division 80 Noel Street Gatineau QC J8Z 0A1 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this notify General Motors Call...

Page 394: ...in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driv...

Page 395: ...o a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service plan additional data may be collected through the OnStar system This includes information about the vehicle s operation collisions involving the vehicle the use of the vehicle and its features and in certain situations the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle Refer to the OnSt...

Page 396: ...ata plan OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at w...

Page 397: ...n to an OnStar Advisor available 24 7 to Get help for an emergency Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert Get assistance in severe weather or other crisis situations and find evacuation routes OnStar Services Emergency Emergency Services require an active OnStar service plan excludes Basic Plan With Automatic Crash Response built in sensors can automatically alert a specially trained OnS...

Page 398: ...ervice plan Press Q to receive Turn by Turn directions or have them sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Turn by Turn Navigation 1 Press Q to connect to an Advisor 2 Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle 3 Follow the voice guided commands Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Functionality of the Voice Command button may vary by vehicle and region For some vehicle...

Page 399: ...t mobile application Make these passwords different from each other and use a combination of letters numbers and symbols to increase the security Change the default name of the SSID Service Set Identifier This is your network s name that is visible to other wireless devices Choose a unique name and avoid family names or vehicle descriptions OnStar Wi Fi Hotspot If Equipped The vehicle may have a b...

Page 400: ...e vehicle s Wi Fi hotspot on off manage settings and monitor data consumption if equipped Locate a dealer and schedule service Request roadside assistance Set a parking reminder with pin drop take a photo make a note and set a timer Connect with Chevrolet on social media For myChevrolet mobile app information and compatibility see my chevrolet com An active OnStar service compatible device factory...

Page 401: ...y monitoring and reporting on the vehicle s key systems OnStar Advanced Diagnostics provides a way to keep up on maintenance Capabilities vary by model See www onstar com for details and system limitations Message and data rates may apply Advanced Diagnostics requires an active OnStar paid service plan e mail address on file and enrollment in Advanced Diagnostics Includes Diagnostic Alerts Set pre...

Page 402: ...their affiliates are not insurance providers Obtain insurance only from licensed insurance providers In Vehicle Audio Messages Audio messages may play important information at the following times Prior to vehicle purchase Press Q to set up an account With the OnStar Basic Plan every 60 days After change in ownership and at 90 days Transferring Service Press Q to request account transfer eligibilit...

Page 403: ... may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or it has not been properly maintained If equipment or software is added connected or modified OnStar services may not work Other problems beyond the control of OnStar such as hills tall buildings tunnels weather electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle damage to the vehicle in a crash or wireless phone network congest...

Page 404: ...ar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency responders A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a verbal route or may ask for a call back after the vehicle is driven into an open area Cellular and GPS Antennas ...

Page 405: ...ges An active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to these software updates or changes and agreement that either OnStar or GM may remotely deliver them to the vehicle Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada We recommend that you review it If you have any questions call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press Q to speak with an Advisor...

Page 406: ...Ed Gordon Ian Gorman Chris Herborth Dirk Haase Greg Hartwig Robert Heath Jonathan Hudson Paul Kienitz David Kirschbaum Johnny Lee Onno van der Linden Igor Mandrichenko Steve P Miller Sergio Monesi Keith Owens George Petrov Greg Roelofs Kai Uwe Rommel Steve Salisbury Dave Smith Steven M Schweda Christian Spieler Cosmin Truta Antoine Verheijen Paul von Behren Rich Wales Mike White This software is p...

Page 407: ...nal source Such altered versions also must not be misrepresented as being Info ZIP releases including but not limited to labeling of the altered versions with the names Info ZIP or any variation thereof including but not limited to different capitalizations Pocket UnZip WiZ or MacZip without the explicit permission of Info ZIP Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use...

Page 408: ...206 Air Vents 205 Airbag System Check 96 How Does an Airbag Restrain 89 Passenger Sensing System 91 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 89 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 90 Airbag System cont d When Should an Airbag Inflate 88 Where Are the Airbags 86 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 95 Passenger Status Indicator 141 Readiness Light 140 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 95 System Chec...

Page 409: ...merica 302 349 Blade Replacement Wiper 304 Bluetooth Overview 191 192 Brake Parking Electric 237 System Warning Light 144 Brakes 300 Antilock 236 Assist 238 Fluid 301 Braking 209 Automatic Forward 261 Braking System Front Pedestrian FPB 263 Break In New Vehicle 223 Bulb Replacement Headlamp Aiming 307 Headlamps 307 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Sidemarker 308 Bulb Replacement cont d High Intensi...

Page 410: ...le 209 Convex Mirrors 53 Coolant Engine Temperature Gauge 139 Cooling 200 203 Cooling System 294 Courtesy Lamps 171 Courtesy Transportation Program 387 Cruise Control 244 Light 149 Cruise Control Adaptive 246 Customer Assistance 384 Offices 383 Text Telephone TTY Users 384 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 390 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 381 D Damage Repair Collisi...

Page 411: ...verload 309 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 316 Emergency OnStar 396 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 293 Check Light Malfunction Indicator 142 Compartment Overview 286 Coolant Temperature Gauge 139 Cooling System 294 Drive Belt Routing 380 Exhaust 231 Heater 227 Oil Life System 291 Oil Pressure Light 147 Overheating 298 Power Messages 153 Running While Parked 231 Starting 225 Entry Lighting 173 Equipment To...

Page 412: ...139 Fuel 138 Odometer 137 Speedometer 137 Tachometer 137 Trip Odometer 137 Warning Lights and Indicators 133 General Information Service and Maintenance 364 Towing 273 Vehicle Care 283 Glove Box 118 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 385 H Hands Free Phone 197 Hazard Warning Flashers 170 Head Restraints 62 Headlamps Aiming 307 Headlamps cont d Automatic 169 Bulb Replacement 307 308 Daytime Running ...

Page 413: ... License Plate 308 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 142 On Reminder 149 Reading 172 Lane Change Alert LCA 265 Lane Departure Warning LDW 267 Lane Keep Assist LKA 267 Lane Keep Assist Light 145 Lap Shoulder Belt 79 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 112 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 104 LED Lighting 308 Liftgate 44 Lighting Entry 173 Exit 173 Illumination Control 171 LED 30...

Page 414: ...r Lamp 142 Manual Mode 234 Media Avoiding Untrusted Devices 184 Memory Features 12 Memory Seats 67 Messages Engine Power 153 Vehicle 153 Vehicle Speed 154 Mirror Rear Camera 55 Mirrors Automatic Dimming 54 Automatic Dimming Rearview 54 Convex 53 Folding 53 Heated 54 Manual Rearview 54 Power 53 Tilt in Reverse 54 Mirrors Interior Rearview 54 Mode 241 Driver Control 241 Monitor System Tire Pressure ...

Page 415: ... Personalization Vehicle 154 Phone Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 196 Bluetooth 191 192 Hands Free 197 Port USB 184 Power Door Locks 42 Mirrors 53 Outlets 129 Protection Battery 174 Retained Accessory RAP 228 Seat Adjustment 65 Windows 57 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 82 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 393 Program Courtesy Transportation 387 Proposition 65 Warning California 283 302 349 Back Cover R R...

Page 416: ...nadian Government 392 General Motors 392 U S Government 391 Safety Locks 43 Safety System Check 83 Satellite Radio 181 Scheduling Appointments 387 Seat Belts 77 Care 83 Extender 83 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 78 Lap Shoulder Belt 79 Reminders 139 Replacing after a Crash 84 Use During Pregnancy 82 Seats Adjustment Front 64 Head Restraints 62 Heated and Ventilated Front 70 Heated Rear 74 Lumbar ...

Page 417: ...19 Glove Box 118 Instrument Panel 118 Roof Rack System 121 Storage Compartments 118 Struts Gas 306 Stuck Vehicle 219 Summer Tires 320 Sun Visors 59 Sunroof 59 Symbols 3 System Forward Collision Alert FCA 259 Infotainment 175 394 Roof Rack 121 Systems Driver Assistance 255 T Tachometer 137 Text Telephone TTY Users 384 Theft Deterrent Systems 52 Immobilizer 52 Third Row Seats 74 Time 128 Tires 319 A...

Page 418: ... 165 Programming 162 Updates Software 179 USB Port 184 Using This Manual 2 V Vehicle Alarm System 51 Canadian Owners 2 Control 209 Identification Number VIN 377 Load Limits 219 Messages 153 Personalization 154 Remote Start 38 Security 51 Speed Messages 154 Towing 351 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 145 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 326 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 393 Ventilation Air 205 Visors 59 Volt...

Page 419: ...wner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 10603118 2018 crc 8 25 17 418 Index Winter Driving 217 Winter Tires 320 Wiper Blade Replacement 304 Wipers Rear Washer 126 Wireless Charging 131 Wiring High Voltage Devices 309 ...

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