CHEVROLET TRAVERSE 2017 1.G Owners Manual

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Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and
Wiring
{Warning
Exposure to high voltage can
cause shock, burns, and even
death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians
with special 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 heavy, the circuit breaker opens
and closes, protecting the circuit
until the current load returns to
normal or the problem is fixed. This
greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by
electrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect
power devices in the vehicle.
Replace a bad fuse with a new one
of the identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road and
a fuse needs to be replaced, the
same amperage fuse can be
borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.
Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause
the lamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. Have the
headlamp wiring checked right away
if the lamps go on and off or
remain off.
Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to
heavy snow or ice, the windshield
wipers will stop until the motor cools
and will then restart.
Although the circuit is protected
from electrical overload, overload
due to heavy snow or ice may
cause wiper linkage damage.
Always clear ice and heavy snow
from the windshield before using the
windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an
electrical problem and not snow or
ice, be sure to get it fixed.

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Fuses and Circuit
Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle
are protected from short circuits by
a combination of fuses, circuit
breakers and fusible thermal links.
This greatly reduces the chance of
fires caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver-colored band
inside the fuse. If the band is broken
or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure
you replace a bad fuse with a new
one of the identical size and rating.
Fuses of the same amperage can
be temporarily borrowed from
another fuse location, if a fuse goes
out. Replace the fuse as soon as
you can.
Engine Compartment
Fuse Block
The underhood fuse block is in the
engine compartment, on the
passenger side of the vehicle.
Lift the cover for access to the fuse/
relay block.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical
component.
To remove fuses, hold the end of
the fuse between your thumb and
index finger and pull straight out.

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The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.Fuses Usage
A/C CLTCH A/C clutch
ABS MTR ABS motor Fuses Usage
AIRBAG Airbag system
AUX POWER Auxiliary power
AUX
VAC PUMP Auxiliary
vacuum pump
AWD AWD system
BATT 1 Battery 1
BATT 2 Battery 2
BATT 3 Battery 3 CIGAR
LIGHTER Cigarette lighter
ECM 1 Engine control module 1
ECM/
FPM IGN Engine control
module/Fuel pump
control module
ignition
EMISSION 1 Emission 1
EMISSION 2 Emission 2
EVEN COILS Injector coils –even
FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1
FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2

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FusesUsage
FPM Fuel pump power module
HORN Horn
HTD MIR Heated exterior rearview mirror
HTD
STR WHL Heated steering
wheel
HUMIDITY/ MAF Humidity sensor/
MAF sensor
HVAC BLWR HVAC blower LT HI BEAM Left high-beam headlamp
LT LO BEAM Left low-beam headlamp
LT PRK Left parking lamp
LT TRLR
STOP/TRN Left trailer
stoplamp/Turn
signal lamp
ODD COILS Injector Coils –odd
PWR L/GATE Power liftgate
PWR
OUTLET Power outlet Fuses
Usage
RR APO Rear accessory power outlet
RR DEFOG Rear defogger RR HVAC Rear climate control system
RT HI BEAM Right high-beam headlamp
RT LO BEAM Right low-beam headlamp
RT PRK Right parking lamp
RT TRLR
STOP/TRN Right trailer
stoplamp/Turn
signal lamp
RVC SNSR Regulated voltage control sensor
S/ROOF/
SUNSHADE Sunroof
SERVICE Service repair SPARE –
STOP LAMP Stoplamps
STRTR StarterTCM Transmission control module Fuses
Usage
TRANS Transmission TRLR
BCK/UP Trailer reverse
lamps
TRLR BRK Trailer brake lamps TRLR
PRK LAMP Trailer parking
lamps
TRLR PWR Trailer power WPR/WSW Windshield wiper/ Washer
Relays Usage
A/C
CMPRSR CLTCH A/C clutch
AUX
VAC PUMP Auxiliary
vacuum pump
CRNK Switched power
FAN 1 Cooling fan 1
FAN 2 Cooling fan 2
FAN 3 Cooling fan 3
HI BEAM High-beam headlamps

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RelaysUsage
HID/
LO BEAM Low-beam HID
headlamps
HORN Horn IGN Ignition –main
LT TRLR
STOP/TRN Left trailer
stoplamp/Turn
signal lamp
PRK LAMP Parking lamps PWR/TRN Powertrain
RR DEFOG Rear window defogger
RT LO BEAM Right low-beam headlamp
RT TRLR
STOP/TRN Right trailer
stoplamp/Turn
signal lamp
STOP LAMP Stoplamps TRLR
BCK/UP Trailer reverse
lamps
WPR Windshield wiper
WPR HI Windshield wiper –
high speedInstrument Panel Fuse
Block
The instrument panel fuse block is
under the instrument panel on the
passenger side of the vehicle. Pull
down on the cover to access the
fuse block.
Fuse Side

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The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.Fuses Usage
# GMC Non-HID = Low-beam
)GMC Non-HID =
High-shutter
) )Chevy = Fog lamps
) ) )Buick China = Rear
fog lamps
AIRBAG Airbag AMP Amplifier
BCK
UP/STOP Reverse lamps/
Stoplamps
BCM Body control module
CNSTR VENT Canister vent
CTSY Courtesy lamps
DR LCK Door locks DRL/
LO BEAM Daytime running
lamps relay/
Low-beam
headlamps relay Fuses Usage
DSPLY Display
FRT WSW Front windshield washer
HTD/
COOL SEAT Heated/Cooling
seats
HVAC HVAC
INADV PWR INT LAMPS Inadvertent power/
Interior light pipe
lamps
INFOTMNT/ MSM Infotainment/
Memory seat
module
LT TRN SIG Left turn signal lamp
OBS
DET/URS Rear park assist/
Side blind zone
alert/Forward
collision alert/
Universal remote
system
PDM Power mirrors/ Liftgate release
PWR MODE Power mode PWR MIR Power mirrors Fuses Usage
RDO Radio
REAR WPR Rear wiper
RT TRN SIG Right turn signal lamp
STR WHL ILLUM Steering wheel
illumination
USB CHRG USB charging

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Relay SideRelays Usage
LT/
PWR/SEAT Left power seat
relay
RT/
PWR/SEAT Right power seat
relay
PWR/WNDW Power windows relay
PWR/
COLUMN Power steering
column relay
L/GATE Liftgate relay
LCK Power lock relay
REAR/WSW Rear window washer relay
UNLCK Power unlock relay
DRL/
LO BEAM Daytime running
lamps relay/
Low-beam
headlamps relay Relays Usage
LT/UNLCK Left unlock relay DRL/
LO BEAM Daytime running
lamps relay (if
equipped)
FOG LAMPS Fog lamps relay
FRT/WSW Front windshield washer relay

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Wheels and Tires
Tires
Every new GM vehicle has
high-quality tires made by a
leading tire manufacturer. See
the warranty manual for
information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get
service. For additional
information refer to the tire
manufacturer.
{Warning
.Poorly maintained and
improperly used tires are
dangerous.
.Overloading the tires can
cause overheating as a
result of too much
flexing. There could be a
blowout and a serious
crash. SeeVehicle Load
Limits 0223.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.Underinflated tires pose
the same danger as
overloaded tires. The
resulting crash 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 (Continued)
.Replace any tires that
have been damaged by
impacts with potholes,
curbs, etc.
.Improperly repaired tires
can cause a crash. Only
the dealer or an
authorized tire service
center should repair,
replace, dismount, and
mount the tires.
.Do not spin the tires in
excess of 56 km/h
(35 mph) on slippery
surfaces such as snow,
mud, ice, etc. Excessive
spinning may cause the
tires to explode.
All-Season Tires
This vehicle may come with
all-season tires. These tires are
designed to provide good overall
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and weather conditions. Original
equipment tires designed to GM's
specific tire performance criteria
have a TPC specification code
molded onto the sidewall. Original
equipment all-season tires can be
identified by the last two characters
of this TPC code, which will
be“MS.”
Consider installing winter tires on
the vehicle if frequent driving on
snow or ice-covered roads is
expected. All-season tires provide
adequate performance for most
winter driving conditions, but they
may not offer the same level of
traction or performance as winter
tires on snow or ice-covered roads.
See Winter Tires 0298.
Winter Tires
This vehicle was not originally
equipped with winter tires. Winter
tires are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice-covered
roads. Consider installing winter
tires on the vehicle if frequent
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 0311.
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 same brand and
tread type on all four wheel
positions.
. Use only radial ply tires of the
same size, load range, and
speed rating as the original
equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment tires
may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
and ZR speed rated tires. If winter
tires with a lower speed rating are
chosen, never exceed the tire's
maximum speed capability.
Summer Tires
This vehicle may come with high
performance summer tires. These
tires have a special tread and
compound that are optimized for
maximum dry and wet road
performance. This special tread and
compound will have decreased
performance in cold climates, and
on ice and snow. It is recommended
that winter tires be installed on the
vehicle if frequent driving at
temperatures below approximately
5 °C (40 °F) or on ice or snow
covered roads is expected. See
Winter Tires 0298.
Caution
High performance summer tires
have rubber compounds that lose
flexibility and may develop
surface cracks in the tread area
at temperatures below −7 °C (20 °
F). Always store high
performance summer tires
indoors and at temperatures
above −7 °C (20 °F) when not in
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Caution (Continued)
use. If the tires have been
subjected to−7 °C (20 °F) or less,
let them warm up in a heated
space to at least 5 °C (40 °F) for
24 hours or more before being
installed or driving a vehicle on
which they are installed. Do not
apply heat or blow heated air
directly on the tires. Always
inspect tires before use. See Tire
Inspection 0309.
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is
molded into its sidewall. The
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
equipment tires designed to
GM's specific tire performance
criteria have a TPC specification
code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or
exceed all federal safety
guidelines.
(3) DOT (Department of
Transportation)
:The
Department of Transportation
(DOT) code indicates that the
tire is in compliance with the
U.S. Department of
Transportation Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards.
DOT Tire Date of
Manufacture
:The last four
digits of the TIN indicate the tire
manufactured date. The first two
digits represent the week (01–
52) and the last two digits, the
year. For example, the third
week of the year 2010 would
have a four-digit DOT date
of 0310.
(4) Tire Identification Number
(TIN)
:The letters and numbers
following the DOT (Department
of Transportation) code are the
Tire Identification Number (TIN).
The TIN shows the