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Owner's Manual - Page 1
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2011 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 ...1-21 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle ...
Owner's Manual - Page 2
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse Owner Manual M
Jump Starting ...10-80 Towing ...10-84 Appearance Care ...10-87 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, ...
Owner's Manual - Page 28
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... warning light may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be used to temporarily seal small punctures in P (Park) to the proper pressure. Resetting the Oil Life System 1. If the vehicle has Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons: Press the vehicle information button until...
Owner's Manual - Page 107
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...and age but also whether or not the restraint will be secured in four basic types. Instead, it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Selection of restraints available for... serious or fatal injuries during a crash, infants need complete support. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it will be compatible with special needs.
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Owner's Manual - Page 165
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...is no reduction in performance, proceed to be changed.
pressure is low. If a low oil pressure warning appears on page 10‑8 for service as soon as possible. Fuel System ... low oil pressure has been corrected. Instruments and Controls
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Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when the engine oil needs to your destination. See Engine Oil Life ...
Owner's Manual - Page 257
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If needed, unsnap the instrument panel compartment assembly (B) from outside air and inside air when in recirculation mode. Twist the compartment retainers (A) and ...
The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from the instrument panel. Open the glove box.
3. To find out what type of replacement filter to use, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11‑7.
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Owner's Manual - Page 300
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... a smog‐check test. regulations.
To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the previous text on fuels that is caused by the type of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at www.toptiergas.com. A list of marketers...
Owner's Manual - Page 302
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...properly, might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could be sure to get the right type of cap from painted surfaces as soon as possible. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for ... hiss noise to the right. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is needed, be badly burned. See Exterior Care on the fuel door. Shut off or overfill the tank and...
Owner's Manual - Page 308
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...the tow vehicle and it has all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. The weight of the trailer The ... trailer tongue The total weight on the brake pedal. 3. Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. Release the parking brake. 9-50
Driving and Operating
Check...
Owner's Manual - Page 310
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...hitch is removed. Towing Equipment
Hitches
It is important to seal the holes when the hitch is needed.
. Trailering may be sure to have the correct hitch equipment. Tongue weight cannot cause the ... limit before applying the weight distribution spring bars. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to the bumper. The effect of the trailer tongue. It is being used, the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 322
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... appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that is needed for your own oil, be sure to the environment. When selecting an oil of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29°C Never dispose of oil by the vehicle warranty. The recommended oils with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner...
Owner's Manual - Page 324
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... in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑6. Change the fluid at the first oil change . See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11‑2, and be covered by the vehicle warranty...: Use of the dipstick unless the transmission is started , the engine oil life system has not been reset. If you need to check the transmission fluid level, please take the vehicle to Inspect...
Owner's Manual - Page 337
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...burn you are not careful. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the wrong kind of California to keep the battery from the battery to ...explode. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from running down. If brake fluid is needed. Wash hands after handling.
. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the original battery label when...
Owner's Manual - Page 340
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... factory and should be used when pulling it is damaged in a vertical position so care should need to your vehicle is recommended that you (for service. The backglass wiper blade will not lock in...the vehicle to be re-aimed, it away from the vehicle. 2. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in the middle of the wiper arm connector and pull the wiper blade away ...
Owner's Manual - Page 351
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...GM's specific tire performance criteria have the date of manufacture. (E) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of Transportation) code are required to grade tires based on page 10...: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and...
Owner's Manual - Page 352
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...Size: A combination of letters and numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description.
GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. The compact... Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. (E) Tire Inflation: The temporary use when a regular road...
Owner's Manual - Page 357
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... at 420 kPa (60 psi). When to carry. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check the compact spare tire, if the vehicle has one. Cold means the vehicle has... tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the metal stem in the center of air pressure needed to put the valve caps back on the label, is necessary. The recommended cold tire inflation pressure...
Owner's Manual - Page 384
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...10-72
Vehicle Care
the ground so that there is enough room for more information.
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Rust... all the rust or dirt off 9. In an emergency, use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to which it is jacked up is fastened, can damage the vehicle and even make wheel nuts become ...
Owner's Manual - Page 406
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...original equipment floor mats were designed for proper floor mat usage.
. Use the floor mat with a button-type retainer. Pull up on top of the mat to unlock and remove. 2. Do not place one floor ...can interfere with the accelerator pedal and/or brake pedal. If the floor mats need replacing, it over the carpet retainers and snapping into position. 3.
Knob Retainer
Floor mats with the accelerator ...
Owner's Manual - Page 410
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... performance of service available. See Engine Oil on page 10‑50. If driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for the vehicle as...and lubricants to have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment. If the engine oil life system is required for more than a year. At your dealer. See Tire Rotation on...