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Chevrolet Traverse User Manual

Chevrolet Traverse
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Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
6014422) - 2014 - crc - 3/26/13
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-42
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-49
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-35
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-22
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-28
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-32
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-43
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-54

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Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandChevrolet
ModelTraverse
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel and its controls.

Initial Drive Information

Brief overview of important features for initial driving.

Vehicle Features

Summary of various features available on the vehicle.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on vehicle performance and maintenance aspects.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry, and lock operations.

Doors

Information on liftgate operation and security features.

Vehicle Security

Overview of theft-deterrent features and the vehicle alarm system.

Windows

Operation of power windows, including express features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper installation and adjustment of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Manual and power seat adjustment, lumbar, and reclining features.

Safety Belts

Proper use, care, and system checks for safety belts.

Airbag System

Details on airbag types, inflation, and system operation.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for securing older children and infants in restraints.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Overview of interior storage areas like glove box and cupholders.

Additional Storage Features

Information on cargo cover, tie-downs, and management system.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel adjustment and controls.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Information Displays

Overview of the Driver Information Center (DIC) features and displays.

Vehicle Messages

Description of various messages displayed on the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Operation of exterior lamp controls, including auto and manual modes.

Interior Lighting

Control of instrument panel illumination and courtesy/dome lamps.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the infotainment system and safe usage guidelines.

Radio

Operation of AM/FM radio, including finding and storing stations.

Audio Players

Playing CDs, MP3s, and connecting auxiliary devices.

Phone

Bluetooth connectivity, voice commands, and phone management.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Overview of the heating, cooling, and ventilation system.

Air Vents

Operation and adjustment of interior air vents for airflow.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Guidance on distracted driving, drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

Information on new vehicle break-in and ignition positions.

Automatic Transmission

Operation of automatic transmission, including manual mode and tow/haul.

Drive Systems

Information on the All-Wheel Drive system.

Brakes

Details on antilock brakes, parking brake, and brake assist.

Cruise Control

Operation and safety tips for using cruise control.

Driver Assistance Systems

Features like Forward Collision Alert, Parking Assist, and Lane Departure Warning.

Fuel

Recommended fuel, specifications, additives, and filling procedures.

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Guidelines for performing basic vehicle maintenance and service.

Engine Oil

Checking and adding engine oil, and selecting the correct oil type.

Cooling System

Overview of the cooling system and checking/adding coolant.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire types, maintenance, and safety.

Tire Pressure Monitor System

Operation and malfunction indicators of the TPMS.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Towing the Vehicle

General information and procedures for towing a disabled vehicle.

Appearance Care

Tips for cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's exterior and interior.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of required maintenance and dealer services.

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of owner checks, services, and replacement intervals.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

List of recommended fluids, lubricants, and GM part numbers.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and Service Parts Label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for various vehicle fluids and components.

Engine Specifications

Details on engine type, VIN code, transmission, and spark plug gap.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving customer concerns with dealership or GM.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to US and Canadian governments.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording, EDRs, and privacy policies.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Overview of the OnStar system and its status indicator light.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, and Connection services.

Phone

Bluetooth connectivity, voice commands, and phone management.

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