2017 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE ECU

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108 Instruments and Controls
Instruments and
Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 109
Steering Wheel Controls(Radio without
Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Steering Wheel Controls (Radio with Touchscreen) . . . 110
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 111
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 111
Rear Window Wiper/ Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Clock (Radio without Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Clock (Radio with Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 121
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 122
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 123
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 124
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . 127
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 127
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light . . . 127
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 128
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 129
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 130
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) . . . . . . . . . . 130
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons) . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Battery Voltage and ChargingMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Brake System Messages . . . . . 138
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 138
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 138
Engine Cooling System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 140
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 140
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 141
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 141
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Object Detection System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Ride Control System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Airbag System Messages . . . . 143
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 144
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 145
Vehicle Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

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Caution
Lack of proper engine oil
maintenance can damage the
engine. Driving with the engine oil
low can also damage the engine.
The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Check
the oil level as soon as possible.
Add oil if required, but if the oil
level is within the operating range
and the oil pressure is still low,
have the vehicle serviced. Always
follow the maintenance schedule
for changing engine oil.
This light should come on briefly as
the engine is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.If the light comes on and stays on, it
means that oil is not flowing through
the engine properly. The vehicle
could be low on oil and might have
some other system problem. See
your dealer.
Security Light
The security light should come on
briefly as the engine is started. If the
system is working normally, the
indicator light turns off. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.
If the light stays on and the engine
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent
system.
This light is also used to indicate the
status of the anti-theft alarm system
when the ignition is turned off. The
light will flash rapidly if the alarmsystem is arming and one or more
of the monitored entry points is not
closed. The light will stay on if the
alarm is arming and all entry points
are closed.
For information regarding this light
and the vehicle's security system,
see
Vehicle Alarm System 042.
High-Beam On Light
This light comes on when the
high-beam headlamps are in use.
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0157 for more information.

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SIDE DETECTION SYS
TEMPORARILY OFF
If your vehicle has the Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this
message displays when the SBZA
system is disabled because the
sensor cannot detect vehicles in
your blind zone. The sensor may be
blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice,
or slush. This message may also
display during heavy rain or due to
road spray. It may also come on
when driving in isolated areas with
no guardrails, trees, or road signs
and light traffic. Your vehicle does
not need service. For cleaning
instructions, see“Washing the
Vehicle” inExterior Care 0333. See
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0250.
Ride Control System
Messages
SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there is a
problem with the StabiliTrak®
system. If this message appears, try
to reset the system. Stop; turn off
the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this
message still comes on, it means
there is a problem. See your dealer
for service. The vehicle is safe to
drive, however, you do not have the
benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce
your speed and drive accordingly.
SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when there
is a problem with the Traction
Control System (TCS). When this
message is displayed, the system
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your
driving accordingly. See your dealer
for service. See
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control 0240 for
more information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is
turned off. Adjust your driving
accordingly. See Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control 0240.
TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is
turned on. See Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control 0240.
This message clears itself after
10 seconds.
Airbag System Messages
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays if there is a
problem with the airbag system.
Have your dealer inspect the
system for problems. See Airbag
Readiness Light 0122 andAirbag
System 072 for more information.
Security Messages
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT
SYSTEM
This message displays when there
is a problem with the theft-deterrent
system. The vehicle may or may not
restart so you may want to take the
vehicle to your dealer before turning
off the engine. See Immobilizer
Operation 043 for more information.

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for this feature. Then press the
customization button to scroll
through the following settings:
RESTORE ALL (default) :The
customization features will be set to
their factory default settings.
DO NOT RESTORE : The
customization features will not be
set to their factory default settings.
To select a setting, press the set/
reset button while the desired
setting is displayed on the DIC.
EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS
This feature allows you to exit the
feature settings menu.
Press the customization button until
FEATURE SETTINGS PRESS
V
TO EXIT appears in the DIC display.
Press the set/reset button once to
exit the menu.
If you do not exit, pressing the
customization button again will
return you to the beginning of the
feature settings menu.
Exiting the Feature
Settings Menu
The feature settings menu will be
exited when any of the following
occurs:
. The vehicle is shifted out of
P (Park).
. The vehicle is no longer in
ON/RUN.
. The trip/fuel or vehicle
information DIC buttons are
pressed.
. The end of the feature settings
menu is reached and exited.
. A 40-second time period has
elapsed with no selection made.
Universal Remote
System
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0369.
Universal Remote System
Programming
If equipped, these buttons are in the
overhead console.
This system can replace up to three
remote control transmitters used to
activate devices such as garage
door openers, security systems, and
home automation devices. These
instructions refer to a garage door
opener, but can be used for other
devices.
Do not use the Universal Remote
system with any garage door opener
that does not have the stop and

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No Artist Info :No artist
information is available at this time
on this channel. The system is
working properly.
No Title Info : No song title
information is available at this time
on this channel. The system is
working properly.
No CAT Info : No category
information is available at this time
on this channel. The system is
working properly.
No Information : No text or
informational messages are
available at this time on this
channel. The system is working
properly.
No Subscription Please Renew :
SiriusXM subscription needs to be
reactivated. Contact SiriusXM at
www.siriusxm.com or
1-866-635-2349 (U.S) and
www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
CAT Not Found : There are no
channels available for the selected
category. The system is working
properly. SXM Theftlocked :
The SXM
receiver in the vehicle could have
previously been in another vehicle.
For security purposes, SXM
receivers cannot be swapped
between vehicles. If this message is
received after having the vehicle
serviced, check with your dealer.
SXM Radio ID : If tuned to
channel 0, this message alternates
with the SXM Radio eight-digit radio
ID label. This label is needed to
activate the service.
Unknown : If this message is
received when tuned to channel 0,
there could be a receiver fault.
Consult with your dealer.
Check SXM Receivr : If this
message does not clear within a
short period of time, the receiver
could have a fault. Consult with your
dealer.
SXM Not Available : If this
message does not clear within a
short period of time, the receiver
could have a fault. Consult with your
dealer.Satellite Radio (Radio
with Touchscreen)
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio
Service
If equipped, vehicles with a valid
SiriusXM®satellite radio
subscription can receive SiriusXM
programming.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
A service fee is required to receive
the SiriusXM service. If SiriusXM
Service needs to be reactivated, the
radio will display “No Subscription
Please Renew” on channel SXM1.
For more information, see
www.siriusxm.com or call
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.) and
www.siriusxm.ca or call
1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
When SiriusXM is active, the station
name, number, category name,
song title, and artist display on the
screen. SiriusXM may update the
background picture at any time.

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{Warning
Things inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
.Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
.Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above
the tops of the seats.
.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 805 km (500 mi).
Do not make full-throttle
starts. Avoid downshifting to
brake or slow the vehicle.
. Avoid making hard stops for
the first 322 km (200 mi) or
so. During this time the new
brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
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Caution (Continued)
breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake
linings.
Following break-in, engine speed
and load can be gradually
increased.
Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different
positions.

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{Warning
Improper use of the heater cord
or an extension cord can damage
the cord and may result in
overheating and fire.. Plug the cord into a
three-prong electrical utility
receptacle that is protected
by a ground fault detection
function. An ungrounded
outlet could cause an
electric shock.
. Use a weatherproof,
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated
extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the
recommended extension
cord in good operating
condition, or using a
damaged heater or
extension cord, could make
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Warning (Continued)
it overheat and cause a fire,
property damage, electric
shock, and injury.
. 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. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine
parts. If you do not, it could be
damaged.
The length of time the heater should
remain plugged in depends on
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be
used for up to 10 minutes after the
ignition key is turned off:
. Audio System
. Power Windows
. Sunroof (if equipped)
Power to the windows and sunroof
will work up to 10 minutes or until a
door is opened.
The radio continues to work for
10 minutes or until the driver door is
opened.
For an additional 10 minutes of
operation, close all the doors and
turn the key to ON/RUN and then
back to LOCK/OFF.

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.Do not tow a trailer during the
first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent
damage to the engine, axle or
other parts.
. Then, during the first 800 km
(500 mi) trailer towing, do not
drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and
do not make starts at full throttle.
. The vehicle can tow in D (Drive)
but M (Manual Mode) is
recommended. See Manual
Mode 0236. Use a lower gear if
the transmission shifts too often.
. Turn off Park Assist when
towing.
{Warning
When towing a trailer, exhaust
gases may collect at the rear of
the vehicle and enter if the
liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most
window is open.
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Warning (Continued)
When towing a trailer:
. Do not drive with the
liftgate, trunk/hatch,
or rear-most window open.
. Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
panel.
. Also adjust the climate
control system to a setting
that brings in only outside
air. See “Climate Control
Systems” in the Index.
For information about carbon
monoxide, see Engine
Exhaust 0234.
Towing a trailer requires a certain
amount of experience. The
combination you are driving is
longer and not as responsive as the
vehicle itself. Get acquainted with
the handling and braking of the rig
before setting out for the open road. Before starting, check all trailer hitch
parts and attachments, safety
chains, electrical connectors, lamps,
tires and mirrors. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start the
combination moving and then apply
the trailer brake controller by hand
to be sure the brakes work.
During the trip, check occasionally
to be sure that the load is secure
and the lamps and any trailer
brakes still work.
Towing with a Stability Control
System
When towing, the sound of the
stability control system might be
heard. The system is reacting to the
vehicle movement caused by the
trailer, which mainly occurs during
cornering. This is normal when
towing heavier trailers.