2020 Chevrolet Traverse Owner's Manual

2020 Chevrolet Traverse owners manual
Year:
2020
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Traverse
Rating:
(8)

Online manual

Size:
5.86 MB

Table of Contents

Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Symbols
4
Keys
8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
9
Remote Vehicle Start
16
Door Locks
17
Power Door Locks
20
Delayed Locking
20
Automatic Door Locks
20
Lockout Protection
21
Vehicle Alarm System
29
Immobilizer
30
Convex Mirrors
31
Power Mirrors
31
Folding Mirrors
31
Heated Mirrors
32
Automatic Dimming Mirror
32
Interior Rearview Mirrors
32
Manual Rearview Mirror
32
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
32
Power Windows
35
Seat Adjustment
42
Power Seat Adjustment
42
Lumbar Adjustment
43
Reclining Seatbacks
43
Memory Seats
45
Heated Rear Seats
52
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
57
Lap-Shoulder Belt
59
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
62
Seat Belt Extender
63
Safety System Check
63
Seat Belt Care
63
Where Are the Airbags?
67
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
68
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
69
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
69
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
70
Passenger Sensing System
71
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
75
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
76
Airbag System Check
77
Older Children
77
Infants and Young Children
79
Child Restraint Systems
81
Where to Put the Restraint
83
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
84
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
94
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
94
Instrument Panel Storage
100
Glove Box
100
Cargo Management System
101
Steering Wheel Adjustment
106
Steering Wheel Controls
106
Heated Steering Wheel
106
Horn
107
Windshield Wiper/Washer
107
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
108
Compass
109
Clock
110
Power Outlets
110
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
115
Instrument Cluster (Base Level)
118
Speedometer
120
Odometer
120
Trip Odometer
120
Tachometer
120
Fuel Gauge
121
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
122
Seat Belt Reminders
122
Airbag Readiness Light
123
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
123
Charging System Light
124
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
125
Brake System Warning Light
127
Electric Parking Brake Light
127
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
127
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
128
Tow/Haul Mode Light
128
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
128
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
129
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
129
Traction Off Light
129
StabiliTrak OFF Light
129
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
130
Tire Pressure Light
130
Engine Oil Pressure Light
131
Low Fuel Warning Light (Base Level)
131
Low Fuel Warning Light (Uplevel)
132
Security Light
132
High-Beam On Light
132
Front Fog Lamp Light
132
Lamps On Reminder
133
Cruise Control Light
133
Engine Power Messages
137
Vehicle Speed Messages
138
Universal Remote System Programming
143
Exterior Lamp Controls
147
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
149
Flash-to-Pass
149
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
149
Automatic Headlamp System
150
Hazard Warning Flashers
151
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
151
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
152
Courtesy Lamps
152
Dome Lamps
152
Entry Lighting
154
Exit Lighting
154
Battery Load Management
154
Battery Power Protection
155
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
157
Rear Climate Control System
161
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
164
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
166
Distracted Driving
166
Defensive Driving
167
Drunk Driving
167
Control of a Vehicle
168
Braking
168
Steering
168
Off-Road Recovery
169
Loss of Control
169
Off-Road Driving
170
Driving on Wet Roads
174
Hill and Mountain Roads
175
Winter Driving
176
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
177
New Vehicle Break-In
182
Ignition Positions
182
Starting the Engine
184
Stop/Start System
185
Engine Heater
186
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
187
Shifting Into Park
188
Shifting out of Park
189
Parking over Things That Burn
189
Manual Mode
193
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
195
Electric Parking Brake
196
Brake Assist
197
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
198
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
215
Assistance Systems for Driving
219
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
219
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
221
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
223
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
225
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
225
Top Tier Fuel
229
Recommended Fuel
230
Prohibited Fuels
230
Fuels in Foreign Countries
230
Fuel Additives
230
Filling the Tank
231
General Towing Information
233
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
233
Towing Equipment
241
California Proposition 65 Warning
248
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
249
Doing Your Own Service Work
249
Hood
250
Engine Compartment Overview
252
Engine Oil
253
Engine Oil Life System
255
Automatic Transmission Fluid
256
Engine Air Filter Life System
257
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
257
Cooling System
258
Engine Overheating
262
Washer Fluid
263
Brakes
264
Brake Fluid
265
Battery - North America
266
All-Wheel Drive
267
Starter Switch Check
267
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
267
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
267
Wiper Blade Replacement
268
Windshield Replacement
269
Gas Strut(s)
269
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
271
LED Lighting
271
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Sidemarker
271
High Voltage Devices and Wiring
273
Electrical System Overload
273
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
274
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
274
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
278
Tires
283
All-Season Tires
284
Winter Tires
284
Tire Sidewall Labeling
284
Tire Designations
286
Tire Terminology and Definitions
287
Tire Pressure
290
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
291
Tire Pressure Monitor System
291
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
292
Tire Inspection
296
Tire Rotation
297
When It Is Time for New Tires
298
Buying New Tires
298
Different Size Tires and Wheels
300
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
300
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
302
Wheel Replacement
302
Tire Chains
303
If a Tire Goes Flat
303
Tire Changing
305
Exterior Care
318
Interior Care
323
General Information
327
Maintenance Schedule
329
Special Application Services
334
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
338
Maintenance Replacement Parts
339
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
341
Capacities and Specifications
342
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
344
Customer Assistance Offices
346
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
347
Online Owner Center
347
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
348
Roadside Assistance Program
348
Scheduling Service Appointments
350
Courtesy Transportation Program
350
Collision Damage Repair
351
Publication Ordering Information
353
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
354
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
355
Cybersecurity
356
Event Data Recorders
356
OnStar
357
Emergency
360
Security
361
Navigation
367
Connections
368
Index_A
370
Index_B
371
Index_C
371
Index_D
372
Index_E
373
Index_F
373
Index_G
374
Index_H
374
Index_I
375
Index_J
375
Index_K
375
Index_L
375
Index_M
376
Index_N
376
Index_O
376
Index_P
377
Index_R
377
Index_S
378
Index_T
379
Index_U
380
Index_V
380
Index_W
380

FAQ about the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse Manual

What contains the 2020 Traverse manual?

The Chevrolet Traverse owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Chevrolet to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Chevrolet Traverse. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Chevrolet Traverse 2020 owner's manual:

  • Best practice for driving your Chevrolet Traverse
  • A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
  • Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
  • Maintenance for your Chevrolet Traverse, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
  • Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support

Where to download the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse Owners Manual?

The Chevrolet Traverse owner manual for the 2020 model year is to be found on this page.

Is the manual for the Chevrolet Traverse year 2020 free?

Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2020 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

The Chevrolet Traverse (2020) owner's manual is available in English?

Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2020 is available in English.

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