reset CHEVROLET TRAVERSE 2013 1.G Owners Manual
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Radio with Touchscreen
PUSH/O:Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to adjust the
volume.
Z: Press to eject a disc from the
CD. See CD Player (Radio without
Touchscreen) on page 7‑21 orCD
Player (Radio with Touchscreen) on
page 7‑23. AUX Port:
3.5 mm (1/8 in)
connection for external audio
devices.
PUSH/SEL: Turn to manually find a
station or highlight a menu
selection. Press to select a
highlighted selection.
D: Press to go to the Home Page.
See “Home Page” inOperation
(Radio without Touchscreen) on
page 7‑6 orOperation (Radio with
Touchscreen) on page 7‑8.
SRCE: Press to change the audio
source to AM, FM, SiriusXM
®(if
equipped), CD, USB, iPod®,
or AUX.
FAV: Press to display the favorite
list or add a favorite. See Operation
(Radio without Touchscreen) on
page 7‑6 orOperation (Radio with
Touchscreen) on page 7‑8.
©SEEK or SEEK¨: Seek or scan
stations and tracks. See Operation
(Radio without Touchscreen) on
page 7‑6 orOperation (Radio with
Touchscreen) on page 7‑8.
/BACK: Press to return to the
previous screen in a menu.
Storing Radio Station Presets
Up to 30 preset stations can be
stored. AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if
equipped) can be mixed.
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1. From the AM, FM, or SiriusXMmain page, press and hold any
1−5 buttons or one of the preset
screen buttons at the bottom of
the screen. After a few seconds,
a beep is heard and the new
preset information displays on
that screen button.
2. Repeat for each preset.
Setting the Time and Date
Press Settings on the Home Page,
then press the Set Time or Set Date
settings screen button to display the
different options for setting the time
and date.
Set Time:
.Press the up or down arrows to
increase or decrease the Hours,
Minutes, AM, PM, or 24 hr on
the clock.
.Press and hold to quickly
increase or decrease the time
settings.
.Press OK or the Back screen
button to save the adjustments
that were made.
Set Date:
.Press the up or down arrows to
increase or decrease the Month,
Day, and Year settings.
.Press and hold to quickly
increase or decrease the date
settings.
.Press OK or the Back screen
button to save the adjustments
that were made.
See Clock (Radio with Touchscreen)
on page 5‑8 orClock (Radio without
Touchscreen) on page 5‑7.
Satellite Radio
Vehicles with a SiriusXM®satellite
radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM
satellite radio subscription can
receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
based in the 48 contiguous United
States and 10 Canadian provinces.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
A fee is required to receive the
SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
.www.siriusxm.com or call
1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
.www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio (Radio without
Touchscreen) on page 7‑15 or
Satellite Radio (Radio with
Touchscreen) on page 7‑19.
Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle may have an auxiliary
input on the radio faceplate and a
USB port in the instrument panel
storage area. External devices such
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as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3
players, CD changers, USB storage
devices, etc. can be connected to
the auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm
(1/8 in) input jack or the USB port
depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑35.
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth®system allows users
with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone to make and receive
hands-free calls using the vehicle
audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone must be paired with the
in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it
can be used in the vehicle. Not all
phones will support all functions.
See Bluetooth on page 7‑46.
Steering Wheel Controls
Vehicles with audio steering wheel
controls could differ depending on
the vehicle's options. Some audio
controls can be adjusted at the
steering wheel.
worc/x:Press to select
preset or favorite radio stations,
select tracks on a CD or select
tracks and navigate folders on an
iPod
®or USB device.
b/g: For vehicles without
Touchscreen, press to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles
with OnStar
®systems, press and
hold for longer than two seconds to
interact with those systems.
For vehicles with Touchscreen,
press and hold to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again
to turn the sound on. Press to
interact with OnStar
®or Bluetooth
systems.
For vehicles with OnStar
®systems.
See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.
c/x:Press to reject an
incoming call, or end a current call.
SRCE: Press to switch between
the radio, CD, and for equipped
vehicles, front auxiliary, and rear
auxiliary.
¨: Press to go to the next radio
station while in AM, FM,
or SiriusXM
®.
Press
¨to go to the next track or
chapter while sourced to the
CD slot.
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Press¨to select a track or a folder
when navigating folders on an iPod
or USB device.
+
eor −e:Press to increase or to
decrease the volume.
See Steering Wheel Controls on
page 5‑2.
Cruise Control
T: Press to turn cruise control on
and off. The indicator comes on
when cruise control is on. + RES:
Press briefly to make the
vehicle resume to a previously set
speed, or press and hold to
accelerate.
SET–: Press to set the speed and
activate cruise control or to make
the vehicle decelerate.
[: Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
See Cruise Control on page 9‑29.
Infotainment System
If the vehicle has a base radio it is
included in this manual. See the
separate infotainment manual for
information on the connected radios,
audio players, phone, navigation
system, and voice or speech
recognition. There is also
information on settings and
downloadable applications (if
equipped).
Driver Information Center
(DIC) (With DIC Buttons)
To access the DIC, some vehicles
have buttons located on the
instrument panel.
V:Press to set or reset certain
functions and to turn off or
acknowledge messages on the DIC.
U: Press to customize the feature
settings on your vehicle. See
Vehicle Personalization (With DIC
Buttons) on page 5‑41 for more
information.
T: Press to display the oil life,
park assist on vehicles with this
feature, units, tire pressure readings
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on vehicles with this feature, and
compass calibration and zone
setting on vehicles with this feature.
3:Press this button to display
the odometer, trip odometers, fuel
range, average economy, timer, fuel
used, and average speed.
Some vehicles do not have the
buttons shown, however some of
the menus can be viewed by using
the trip odometer reset stem.
See Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Without DIC Buttons) on page 5‑29
or Driver Information Center (DIC)
(With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑24.
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
If available, this system uses
sensors on the rear bumper to
assist with parking and avoiding
objects while in R (Reverse).
It operates at speeds less than
8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible
beeps to provide distance and
system information. Keep the sensors on the vehicle's
rear bumper clean to ensure proper
operation.
See
Ultrasonic Parking Assist on
page 9‑31.
Power Outlets
The vehicle has 12-volt accessory
power outlets which can be used to
plug in electrical equipment, such as
a cell phone or MP3 player.
The power outlets are located:
.On the instrument panel below
the climate controls.
.Inside the center floor console.
.At the rear of the center floor
console.
.In the rear cargo area.
To use the outlets, remove the
cover.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑8.
Universal Remote System
The Universal Home Remote
System allows for garage door
openers, security systems, and
home automation devices to be
programmed to work with these
buttons in the vehicle.
SeeUniversal Remote System on
page 5‑48.
Sunroof
The ignition must be in ON/RUN,
ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) must be
active to operate the sunroof and
power sunshade. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 9‑18.
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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.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System
on page 10‑44.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates
engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time
to change the engine oil and filter.
The oil life system should be reset
to 100% only following an oil
change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off. 2. If the vehicle has Driver
Information Center (DIC)
buttons: Press the vehicle
information button until OIL LIFE
REMAINING displays.
If the vehicle does not have
Driver Information Center (DIC)
buttons: The vehicle must be in
P (Park) to access this display.
Press the trip odometer reset
stem until OIL LIFE REMAINING
displays.
3. If the vehicle has Driver Information Center (DIC)
buttons: Press and hold the set/
reset button until “100%”is
displayed. Three chimes sound
and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message goes off.
If the vehicle does not have
Driver Information Center (DIC)
buttons: Press and hold the trip
odometer reset stem until OIL
LIFE REMAINING shows
“100%.” Three chimes sound
and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message goes off. 4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
See
Engine Oil Life System on
page 10‑9.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel
mileage. Here are some driving tips
to get the best fuel economy
possible.
.Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
.When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use
cruise control.
.Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
conditions require.
.Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
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Folding Mirrors
For vehicles with manual folding
mirrors, push the mirror toward the
vehicle. Pull the mirror out to return
to its original position.
For vehicles with power folding
mirrors:
1. Press (1) to fold the mirrors outto the driving position.
2. Press (2) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position.
Resetting the Power Folding
Mirrors
Reset the power folding mirrors if:
.The mirrors are accidentally
obstructed while folding.
.They are accidentally manually
folded/unfolded.
.The mirrors vibrate at normal
driving speeds.
To reset the mirrors, fold and unfold
the mirrors one time using the
power folding mirror controls.
A popping noise may be heard
during the resetting. This sound is
normal during the reset operation.
Heated Mirrors
For vehicles with heated mirrors:
1(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to heat the mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8‑4.
Blind Spot Mirrors
The blind spot mirror is a small
convex mirror built into the upper
and outer corner of both outside
mirrors. It can show objects that
may be in the vehicle's blind zone.
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Express-Up/Express-Down
Windows
A window with the express-up/down
feature allows it to be raised or
lowered without holding the switch.
Press or pull the window switch fully
and release it to activate the
express feature. The express mode
can be canceled by pressing or
pulling the switch.
Programming the Power
Windows
If the battery on the vehicle has
been recharged, disconnected,
or replaced, windows with the
express-up feature need to be
reprogrammed for this feature to
work. To program the window:
1. Close all doors with the ignitionin the ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/
RUN position, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is
active. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 9‑18.
2. Press and continue to hold the window switch until the window
is fully open.
3. Pull up and hold the window switch to close the window.
Continue to hold it briefly after
the window is fully closed.
4. Repeat for each window that has the express-up feature.
Anti-Pinch Feature
The anti-pinch feature is on
windows with the express-up
feature. If an object is in the way of
the window as it is express-closing,
or in certain weather conditions like
severe icing, the window will stop
and open to a factory preset
position. The window functions
normally once the obstruction is
removed.
Rear Window Lockout
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5-2 Instruments and Controls
Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-39
Vehicle ReminderMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-40
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-41
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
Universal Remote System
Universal Remote System . . . 5-48
Universal Remote SystemProgramming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-48
Universal Remote System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-51
Controls
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
Steering Wheel Controls
Vehicles with audio steering wheel
controls could differ depending on
the vehicle's options. Some audio
controls can be adjusted at the
steering wheel.
worc/x(Next/Previous):
Press to select preset or favorite
radio stations, select tracks on a CD
or select tracks and navigate folders
on an iPod or USB device.
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To select preset or favorite radio
stations:
.Press and releaseworc/x
to go to the next or previous
radio station stored as a preset
or favorite.
To select tracks on a CD:
Press and release
worc/xto
go to the next or previous track.
To select tracks on an iPod or USB
device:
1. Press and hold
worc/x
while listening to a song until the
contents of the current folder
display on the radio display.
2. Press and release
worc/x
to scroll up or down the list, then
press and hold , or press to play
the highlighted track.
1. Press and hold
worc/x
while listening to a song until the
contents of the current folder
display on the radio display. 2. Press and release
worc/x
to go back to the previous
folder list.
3. Press and release
worc/x
to scroll up or down the list
.To select a folder, press
and hold
w, or press¨
when the folder is
highlighted.
.To go back further in the
folder list, press and hold
c/x.
b/g(Mute/Push to Talk): For
vehicles without Touchscreen, press
to silence the vehicle speakers only.
Press again to turn the sound on.
For vehicles with OnStar
®systems,
press and hold for longer than
two seconds to interact with those
systems.
For vehicles with Touchscreen,
press and hold to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again
to turn the sound on. Press to
interact with OnStar
®or Bluetooth
systems. For vehicles with OnStar
®systems.
See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.
c/x(End): Press to reject an
incoming call, or end a current call.
SRCE (Source): Press to switch
between the radio, CD, and for
equipped vehicles, front auxiliary,
and rear auxiliary.
¨(Seek): Press to go to the next
radio station while in AM, FM,
or SiriusXM
®.
Press
¨to go to the next track or
chapter while sourced to the
CD slot.
Press
¨to select a track or a folder
when navigating folders on an iPod
or USB device.
+
eor −e(Volume): Press to
increase or to decrease the volume.